Shifting the control lever forward to the 11 o’clock position engages
forward gear, in which throttle can be adjusted until the 9 o’clock po-
sition. Shifting the control lever backward to the 1 o’clock position
engages reverse, in which the throttle can be controlled through the
3 o’clock position.
Practice shifting! You will become more familiar with the procedure
and self-confi dence will build especially in tight docking situations.
Most importantly, stay alert!
Typical Control Lever Showing Five Positions
Stopping______________________________________
Remember to never turn off the engine while in forward or reverse
gear, since water could enter the engine through the exhaust system
and cause extensive damage.
After an outing, let the engine cool down at idle speeds for
a few minutes before turning the ignition off.
Before turning the ignition off, glance at the gauges one
last time to monitor their readings. DO NOT pull on the
safety lanyard verses using the ignition switch to stop the
engine.
Rotate the ignition key to the off position and remove the
key.
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