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Quicksilver 555OP — System & Component Overview and Operation
7. Emergency Engine Shutdown Switch
Your boat is equipped with an engine shutdown safety switch. The switch is located at the helm
between the steering wheel and the engine control unit. The ignition shutdown switch incorporates a
shut-off switch and a lanyard. Before operating the boat, one end of the lanyard must be connected to
the shut-off switch while the other end is connected to the operator. If an emergency arises where
the engine must be shut down, pull the lanyard cord to release it from the shut-off switch, which in
turn shuts down the engine. This switch is designed to shut the engine off when the operator of the
boat leaves the control station, either accidently by falling into the boat, or by being ejected
overboard.
The lanyard should be long enough to prevent inadvertent activation. Do not let the lanyard become
entangled.
Emergency Engine Shutdown Switch
8. Instrumentation Package
Depending on the type of engine installed on your boat, you will either have analog or SmartCraft
gauges installed. For boats with engines 60HP or less, analog gauges come standard. This gauge
package includes a tachometer, speedometer, fuel gauge and an engine trim gauge.
If the engine installed on your boat is larger than 60HP, the instrument package includes a
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SmartCraft
tachometer and speedometer multi-gauge system. By pressing the "mode" button on
the gauge, specific information vital to the safe operation of the vessel can be displayed. Refer to
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your SmartCraft
multi-gauge display.
In addition, Quicksilver® offers an optional factory installed GPS along with Mercury's Vessel Link
system. If both are installed, the same engine data that you see on your SmartCraft
displayed on your GPS. Refer to the GPS owner's manual for more specific information regarding
instructions and warranty.
Wear the lanyard at all times when operating the boat. Use
it to stop only in an emergency. DO NOT use it to shut off
the engine during normal operation
gauge owner's manual for specific information on how to get the most out of the
Engine shutdown safety switch
Switch clip (attached to switch)
Lanyard
Switch clip (attached to operator)
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gauges can be
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