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Operation

TIP:
The engines can also be stopped by pulling
the engine shut-off cord (lanyard).

(2) Push the “START/STOP” buttons.

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1 “START/STOP” button

On this boat, the engines are connected di-
rectly to the drive units. Starting either engine
generates some thrust immediately. Only 1
enough throttle should be applied to keep the
1 “START/STOP” button
engine at a fast enough idle to stay running.
TIP:
TIP: The engines can also be stopped by pulling
Immediately after starting the engines, the the engine shut-off cord (lanyard).
engine speed will not increase even if you ap- (3) Turn the main switch key to the off posi-
ply the throttle. To increase the engine speed tion.
after starting the engines, wait a few seconds
before applying the throttle.

Stopping the engines
WARNING
Once the engines have stopped, you have
NO STEERING CONTROL over the boat.
You could collide with another boat, a
dock, or other obstacle.
Stopping the engines immediately after oper- (4) Remove the main switch key and the en-
ating at high engine speeds is not recom- gine shut-off cord (lanyard) if the boat will
mended. Let the engines cool off at idle or be left unattended.
low speed for a few minutes first.
To stop the engines: Leaving a dock
(1) Return the remote control levers to the Because boats steer from the stern, the stern
neutral position. first moves in the direction opposite your de-
sired turn. It is especially important to under-
stand this characteristic when leaving a dock.

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