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ELECTRICAL AND IGNITION
REMOTE CONTROL SWITCH TESTS
Neutral Start Switch Test
Use an ohmmeter or a continuity light to test neu-
tral start switch operation.
IMPORTANT: All wiring must b e disco nnected
from the switch before proceeding with this test.
Disassemble the remote co ntrol an d remove the
neutral start switch.
Connect on e mete r lead to each terminal o f the
switch.
• Meter must indicate continuity when the plunger
is depressed
• Meter must indicate no con tinuity when the
plunger is released.
Replace switch if results are incorrect.
Emergency Stop Switch Test
This switc h can be part of the ke y switc h or
installed as a separate swit ch. Either st yle con-
nects the “M” terminals of the key switch.
The emergency stop switch function grounds the
stop circuit wire (black/yellow) whe n th e lanya rd
clip is removed. One “M” terminal is the grou nd
wire (black) and one “M” terminal is the stop circuit
wire (black/yellow).
Install th e clip on the emergency stop switch or
key switch. S tart the outb oard. Pull the clip from
the switch. The outboard must stop running.
TYPICAL
1. Plunger
2. Neutral start switch
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1. Lanyard and clip assembly
2. Emergency stop switch, separate from key switch
3. Stop circuit wire (black/yellow)
4. Ground wire (black)
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