Features And Controls; Lanyard Stop Switch - Mercury MerCruiser Owner's Manual

Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
The serial number is also stamped on the gimbal housing. This is used as a permanent
reference for authorized MerCruiser Dealers.

Features and Controls

Lanyard Stop Switch

The purpose of a lanyard stop switch is to turn off the engine when the operator moves
outside the operator's position (as in accidental ejection from the operator's position).
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Accidental ejections, such as falling overboard, are more likely to occur in:
• low‑sided sport boats
• bass boats
• high performance boats
Accidental ejections can also occur from:
• poor operating practices
• sitting on the seat or gunwale at planing speeds
• standing at planing speeds
• operating at planing speeds in shallow or obstacle infested waters
• releasing your grip on the steering wheel that is pulling in one direction
• consuming alcohol or drugs
• high speed boating maneuvers
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Gimbal housing with serial number stamping
a - Transom assembly serial Number
b
a - Stop switch
b - Lanyard
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RUN
74608
c - Clips to the operator
90-899883295 JUNE 2008
25905
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