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Maneuvering
All shifting between ahead and astern must be done at engine idle
speed. Shifting at higher speeds may damage the drive or reverse
gear and will also be uncomfortable for those on board.
1. Reduce engine speed to idling and, if possible, let the boat lose
most of its speed.
2. Move the reverse gear control lever quickly and firmly into the neu-
tral position. Wait for a moment.
3. Move the gear control lever quickly and firmly into astern, then in-
crease the speed.
When sailing
If the boat has a fixed propeller the control lever must be in the neu-
tral position when sailing. If the boat has a folding propeller the con-
trol lever must be in the astern position.
IMPORTANT! If you are sailing far, run the engine every 10
hours if the boat has a fixed propeller. This is to ensure the
drive/reverse gear is lubricated and cooled. If this is not pos-
sible then a propeller shaft brake must be installed.
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