3. Control handle tension adjustment screw ‑ This screw can be adjusted to increase or decrease the tension on the control
handle. This will help prevent unwanted motion of the remote control handle in rough water. Turn the screw clockwise to
increase tension and counterclockwise to decrease tension. Adjust to the desired tension.
a - Caps (2)
b - Detent tension adjustment
c - Control handle tension adjustment
NOTE: The control handle tension and detent tension screws may require periodic maintenance adjustment.
Special Digital Throttle and Shift (DTS) Features
The DTS system features several alternate operational modes for the electronic remote control (ERC) levers.
STOP/
START
THROTTLE - ONLY
DOCK
TRANSFER
N
Slim binnacle ERC
Item Control Function
a Stop/Start
Allows the operator to start or stop the engine without the use of the key switch. The key switch must be in
the run position for the start/stop switch to function.
b Transfer Allows boat control to be transferred to a different helm.
c Throttle‑only Allows the boat operator to increase engine RPM for warm‑up without shifting the transmission into gear.
d + Increases brightness settings for the CAN pad, VesselView, and SmartCraft gauges.
e – Decreases brightness settings for the CAN pad, VesselView, and SmartCraft gauges.
f Dock
Reduces control lever operation throttle capacity to approximately 50% of normal control lever throttle
demand.
g Neutral light
Illuminates when the drive is in the neutral gear position. The lights flash when the engine is in throttle
only mode.
Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
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