GASOLINE ENGINES SKI MODELS
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ATTACHING/ADJUSTING SHIFT CABLE - ALL MODELS
IMPORTANT: Velvet Drive Transmission Warranty is jeopardized if the shift lever pop-
pet ball or spring is permanently removed, if the shift lever is repositioned or changed
in any manner or if remote control and cable do not position shift lever correctly.
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d
e
c
b
F
N
R
a
F
R
a-Transmission Shift Lever
b-Shift Lever MUST BE Over This Letter When Propelling Boat FORWARD
c-Shift Lever MUST BE Over This Letter When Propelling Boat IN REVERSE
d-Poppet Ball MUST BE Centered in Detent Hole for Each F-N-R Position (For-
ward Gear Shown)
e-Install Shift Lever Stud in This Hole, If Necessary, To Center Poppet Ball in For-
ward and Reverse Detent Holes
IMPORTANT: When installing shift cables, be sure that cables are routed to avoid
sharp bends and/or contact with moving parts. All bends must make greater than an
8 inch (203 mm) radius. DO NOT fasten any items to shift cables.
NOTE: Refer to shift cable manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting the cable. Shift lever
must be positioned as stated in the preceding steps.
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a
b
c
a-Throttle Lever Stud
b-Cable End
c-Locknut