High‑Speed and High‑Performance Boat Operation
If your power package is to be used on a high‑speed or high‑performance boat
with which you are unfamiliar, we recommend that you never operate it at its
high‑speed capability without first requesting an initial orientation and
familiarization demonstration ride with your dealer or an operator experienced
with your boat/power package combination. For additional information, obtain a
copy of our High‑Performance Boat Operation booklet from your dealer,
distributor, or Mercury Marine.
Paddle Wheel and Water Temperature Sensors
Paddle wheels cannot be utilized on vessels that are capable of speeds in
excess of 50 mph. Water temperature sensors cannot be connected to Race
sterndrive engines that are equipped with a propulsion control module (PCM).
The water temperatue sensor connection is utilized by the PCM for monitoring
engine oil temperature.
Lanyard Stop Switch
The purpose of a lanyard stop switch is to turn off the engine when the operator
moves far enough away from the operator's position (as in accidental ejection
from the operator's position) to activate the switch. A lanyard stop switch can
be installed as an accessory ‑ generally on the dashboard or side adjacent to
the operator's position.
While activation of the lanyard stop switch will stop the engine immediately, a
boat will continue to coast for some distance depending upon the velocity and
degree of any turn at shut down. However, the boat will not complete a full
circle. While the boat is coasting, it can cause injury to anyone in the boat's
path as seriously as the boat would when under power.
a - Lanyard cord
b - Lanyard stop switch
We strongly recommend that other occupants be instructed on proper starting
and operating procedures should they be required to operate the engine in an
emergency (e.g. if the operator is accidentally ejected).
GENERAL INFORMATION
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