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Helm Control Systems
4.5 Engine Stop Switch
Your boat is equipped with an engine stop switch
and lanyard. When the lanyard is pulled it will
engage the switch and shut o the engines. We
strongly recommend that the lanyard be attached
to the driver whenever the engines are running.
If an engine will not start, it could be because the
lanyard is not properly inserted into the engine
stop switch. Always make sure the lanyard is
properly attached to the engine stop switch before
attempting to start the engines.
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for more in-
formation on the engine stop switch.
4.6 Hydraulic Jack Plate (Optional)
Your boat could be equipped with an optional hy-
draulic jack plate engine mounting system that
allows the operator to raise and lower the engine
with a switch at the helm. The engine can be
moved up for shallow water operation and moved
down for normal operation.
Most Jack plates provide lift beyond the operation
range of an outboard. If the engine is set too high,
it can cause handling diculties or raise the intake
for the cooling system above the waterline and
cause the engine to overheat and/or damage to
the water pump. You should know the maximum
safe height for your engine and never operate the
boat with the engine set too high.
On some engine installations, the hydraulic steer-
ing cylinder and the boat transom can be damaged
if the engine is tilted to the full up position with
the Jack Plate set too low. Typically, the Jack Plate
should be raised to at least level 2 before tilting
the engine to the full up position. The minimum
safe setting is dependant on the engine and other
features unique to your boat. You should be aware
of the proper setting for the Jack Plate on your
boat and monitor the engine when it is tilted to
prevent damage.
Typical Single Engine Stop Switch
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