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Using Your Evinrude E-TEC Outboard
Outboard may be stopped by turning the key
switch to the OFF position, or by pressing the
engine cut–off switch until the outboard stops
running.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to turn key OFF when
outboard is not in use to avoid discharging the
battery.
Disconnecting the Fuel Hose
Disconnect the fuel hose from the fuel con-
nector.
If equipped, close vent screw on fuel tank cap.
Shifting and Speed Control - Tiller
Models
Shifting
With engine running, twist the throttle grip to
SLOWEST speed position.
Move the shift lever with a firm, quick motion,
to FORWARD or REVERSE gear.
Speed Control
With the outboard running, twist throttle grip:
• Clockwise to decrease speed; or
• Counterclockwise to increase speed
WARNING
A small amount of fuel may be released
when the fuel connector is discon-
nected. Always wipe off any fuel spillage.
1. Fuel connector (typical)
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WARNING
Do not operate the outboard in
REVERSE with the tilt/run lever in TILT.
The outboard may tilt out of the water,
resulting in loss of control.
NOTICE
When shifting from FORWARD to
REVERSE or from REVERSE to FOR-
WARD, pause at NEUTRAL until the
engine is at idle speed and the boat has
slowed.
1. Shift lever
2. FORWARD
3. REVERSE
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1. Decrease speed
2. Increase speed
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