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Helm Control Systems
CAUTION
The controls have a single lever for the engine
that operates as a gearshift and a throttle. Gen-
eral operation will include a position for neutral
(straight up and down or slightly aft of vertical),
a forward position (the 1st detent forward of neu-
tral) and a reverse position (the 1st detent aft of
neutral). Advancing the control lever beyond the
shift range advances the throttle in forward or
reverse. Each control is equipped with a means of
permitting the engine to be operated at a higher
than idle RPM while in neutral for cold starting and
warm-up purposes. The control lever is equipped
with an adjustable control head detent and fric-
tion settings.
The engine control and key pad has integrated
switches and indicator lights which allow the op-
erator to control all aspects of the boat’s propul-
sion system. LED lights on the control indicate
that the control is activated and the engine can
be started.
The most common features activated or
monitored by the keypad are:
• Starter lockout, which prevents the engine
from being started in gear.
• Gear lockout, which allows the engine RPM to
be advanced in neutral safely.
• Battery voltage warning indicator that warns
the operator of high or low voltage supplied
to the system (audible alarm).
• Trolling feature that allows the operator
to increase the engine speed in 50 RPM
increments while operating at trolling speeds
between 600 - 1000 RPM.
These features and others not mentioned require
specic procedures to activate and operate them
properly. Some of the procedures and features are
unique to the engine and other options installed on
your boat. It is essential that you read the owner’s
manual for the controls and be completely familiar
with their operation before using your boat.
ALWAYS RETURN THE ENGINE THROTTLE LEVER TO THE
EXTREME LOW SPEED POSITION BEFORE SHIFTING. NEVER
SHIFT THE UNIT WHILE ENGINE SPEED IS ABOVE IDLE RPM.
4.3 Neutral Safety Switch
Every control system has a neutral safety switch
incorporated into it. This device prohibits the
engine from being started while the shift lever is
in any position other than the neutral position. If
the engine will not start, slight movement of the
shift lever may be necessary to locate the neutral
position and disengage the safety cutout switch.
Control or cable adjustments may be required to
correct this condition should it persist. See your
Everglades dealer for necessary control and/or
cable adjustments.
The neutral safety switch should be tested pe-
riodically to ensure that it is operating properly.
To test the neutral safety switch, make sure the
engine is tilted down and move the shift lever to
the forward position. Make sure the control lever
is not advanced past the idle position. Turn the
ignition key to the start position just long enough
to briey engage the starter for the engine. Do not
hold the key in the start position long enough to
start the engine. The starter should not engage.
Repeat this test with the shift lever in reverse
and the engine throttle at idle. Again, the starter
should not engage. If the starter engages with
the shift control in any position other than the
neutral position, then the neutral safety switch is
not functioning properly and you should contact
your dealer and have the neutral safety switch
repaired before using your boat. If the engine
starts in gear during this test, immediately move
the control lever to the neutral position.
IN SOME SITUATIONS, IT MAY BE POSSIBLE TO ACCIDENTALLY
START THE ENGINE IN GEAR WITH THE THROTTLE ABOVE
IDLE IF THE NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH IS NOT OPERATING
PROPERLY. THIS WOULD CAUSE THE BOAT TO ACCELERATE
UNEXPECTEDLY IN FORWARD OR REVERSE AND COULD
RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL, DAMAGE TO THE BOAT OR
INJURY TO PASSENGERS. ALWAYS TEST THE NEUTRAL
SAFETY SWITCH PERIODICALLY AND CORRECT ANY
PROBLEMS BEFORE USING THE BOAT.
4.4 Engine Power Tilt and Trim
All outboard engines have a tilt and trim feature.
Most outboard engines a have tilt/trim switch
built into the engine shift and throttle control that
allows the operator to control the position of the
outboard from the helm. The switch on the control
lever grip activates the tilt/trim for the engine.
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