Owner`s manual
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The handles of dual lever controls may not always align with each other at all RPM settings due to variations
in control cable routing, cable length and adjustments at the engine. Usually the alignment of the handles can
be optimized at a chosen RPM, but may vary at other settings.
ALWAYS RETURN THE ENGINE THROTTLE LEVERS TO THE EXTREME LOW SPEED
POSITION BEFORE SHIFTING. NEVER SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION AT ANY THROTTLE
SETTING ABOVE IDLE RPM.
2.3 Neutral Safety Switch
Every control system has a neutral safety switch. This device prohibits the engine from being started while
the shift lever is in any position other than the neutral position. If the engine will not start, slight movement
of the shift lever may be necessary to locate the neutral position and disengage the safety cutout switch. Control
or cable adjustments may be required to correct this condition, should it persist. See your Pursuit dealer for
necessary control and cable adjustments.
The neutral safety switch should be tested periodically to ensure that it is operating properly. To test the neutral
safety switch, move the shift levers to the forward position with the engines off.
Make sure the throttle levers
are set to the idle position. Activate the starter switch for each engine just long enough to briefly engage
the starter.
Do not hold the starter switch in the start position long enough to start the engine. The starter
should not engage for either engine. Repeat this test with the shift levers in reverse and the engine throttles
at idle. Again the starter should not engage for either engine. If the starter for either engine engages with
the shift controls in any position other than the neutral position, then the neutral safety switch is not functioning
properly and you should contact your dealer and have the neutral safety switch repaired before using your boat.
If an engine starts in gear during this test, immediately move the shift levers to the neutral position. Turn the
engines off and have the problem corrected by a qualified marine mechanic before using the boat.
IN SOME SITUATIONS, IT MAY BE POSSIBLE TO ACCIDENTALLY START THE ENGINES
IN GEAR WITH THE THROTTLES ABOVE IDLE IF THE NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH IS
NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. THIS WOULD CAUSE THE BOAT TO ACCELERATE UN-
EXPECTEDLY IN FORWARD OR REVERSE AND COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL,
DAMAGE TO THE BOAT OR INJURY TO PASSENGERS. ALWAYS TEST THE NEUTRAL
SAFETY SWITCH PERIODICALLY AND CORRECT ANY PROBLEMS BEFORE USING THE
BOAT.
2.4 Automatic Fire Extinguisher System
This system protects the engine compartment in the case of fire. The
helm mounted display unit provides systems status - charged (visual),
discharged (visual and audible) - and an override switch to allow for
engine restart. For additional important information on this system,
read the Automatic Fire Extinguishing System section in the Safety
Equipment chapter of this owner's manual. Also read the automatic fire
extinguisher owner's manual in the Engine Compartment section of this
binder.
Automatic Fire Extinguisher
Display Unit