Owner`s manual

Helm Systems
2-3
Section 2
OS 315
Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a
strong piece of clothing on the operator. The
engines will not start if the clip is not inserted
into the stop switch. Make sure the lanyard
is properly attached to the engine stop
switch before attempting to start the engine.
Do not use the engine stop switch for stop-
ping the engines during normal operation. If
the engine stop switch system does not stop
the engines, the engine stop switch is not
functioning properly and must be repaired
before using your boat.
Refer to the engine owner's manual for more
information on the engine stop switch.
DO NOT use the switch to stop the boat
under normal operation. Test the switch peri-
odically, if the switch is not operating prop-
erly, DO NOT use the boat. Contact your
Pursuit Dealer and have it repaired.
2.7 Automatic Fire Extinguisher
System (with Optional
Generator)
This system protects the generator compart-
ment in the case of fire. The helm mounted
display 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 Automatic Fire Extin-
guishing System in the Safety Equipment
and the automatic fire extinguisher owner's
manual in the Generator Compartment of
this binder.
2.8 Steering System
The steering system is hydraulic and made
of two main components: the helm assembly
and the hydraulic cylinder. The helm unit
acts as both a fluid reservoir and pump.
Turning of the helm, or steering wheel,
pumps the fluid in the hydraulic hoses and
activates the hydraulic cylinder causing the
motors to turn. A slight clicking sound may
be heard as the wheel is turned. This sound
is the opening and closing of valves in the
helm unit and is normal. Refer to the steer-
ing manufacturer owner’s manual for spe-
cific information on the steering system.
Dual engine outboards are coupled at the
tiller arms by a tie bar. The outboards must
be aligned with each other to provide maxi-
mum stability on straight ahead runs and
proper tracking through corners. If damage
has ever occurred with the outboards or
! WARNING
LOSS OF CONTROL AND UNSAFE
BOAT HAZARD
An engine stop switch system that
does not function properly or is not
used can cause death or serious
injury. DO NOT operate the boat if the
emergency stop switch system does
not function properly.
Engine Stop Switch
Automatic Fire Extinguisher Display Unit