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Control function operation

“START/STOP” buttons swamping, or damage to the boat could
(222SE / 222SD / 222XE / 222XD) occur.
The engines can be started or stopped by
The remote control lever for each engine con-
pushing the “START/STOP” buttons. It is
trols both throttle and shifting. In normal op-
possible to start or stop the engines individu-
eration, the levers are moved together.
ally.
Moving the remote control levers forward
 PORT: Port engine
from the neutral position shifts into the for-
 STBD: Starboard engine
ward position, and then as the levers are
moved farther, accelerates the engines for
more thrust. Moving the levers back from the
neutral position shifts into the reverse posi-
tion, and then as the levers are moved farther,
accelerates the engines for more thrust.
AR220 / SX220 / 222S: For cruising, adjust
the remote control levers so both engines are
running at the same engine speed.
1 TIP:
Because of the mechanical throttle linkage,
1 “START/STOP” button
the remote control levers may not be exactly
even with one another when the engines are
TIP:
running at the same engine speed.
 The engine will not start when the clip is re-
moved from the engine shut-off switch.
 The main switch will not operate (the starter N
motor will not turn over) if the “START” F 2 5 1 5 R
switch is turned to the OFF position. (See 3 4
page 42 for more information.)
7 7
6 6
Remote control levers
8 8
WARNING
 Before shifting, make sure there are no
swimmers or obstacles in the water
near you. 1 Neutral position
 When operating in reverse, go slowly. 2 TDE position
Do not open the throttle more than half. 3 Forward position
4 Reverse position
Otherwise, the boat may become unsta-
5 Shift
ble, which could result in loss of control
6 Fully closed
and an accident.
7 Throttle
 Do not shift into reverse while traveling
8 Fully open
at planing speeds. Loss of control, boat
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