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Control function operation

N
Neutral
The shift gates are dropped down part way F 1 R
over the jet thrust nozzles. The neutral posi-
tion balances forward and reverse thrust to
help keep the boat from moving, although
some movement may occur.

1
1 TDE position

2

1

1 Shift gate 2
2 Jet thrust nozzle
Forward
When the remote control levers are initially
moved to the forward position and the boat is
1 Shift gate
operating at a slow speed, the shift gates are
2 Jet thrust nozzle
lifted up slightly from the neutral position and
jet thrust is directed downward at an angle. When the remote control levers are moved
This function, which is called the thrust direc- farther forward, the shift gates are lifted all the
tional enhancer (TDE), helps to provide good way up. All jet thrust is to the rear, which
handling response when the steering wheel is moves the boat forward.
turned, even though there is less thrust avail-
able at low engine speeds.

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