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22 KODIAK

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 insure that it is operating properly. To

test the neutral safety switch, make sure the outdrive is tilted down and move the shift lever to the

forward position. Make sure the control lever is not advanced past the idle position. Turn the

ignition key to the start position just long enough to briefly engage the starter for the engine. Do

not hold the key in the start position long enough to start the engine. The starter should not

engage. Repeat this test with the shift lever in reverse and the engine throttle at idle. Again, the

starter should not engage. If the starter engages with the shift control 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 the engine starts

in gear during this test, immediately move the control lever to the neutral position. Turn the engine

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 ENGINE

IN GEAR WITH THE THROTTLE ABOVE IDLE IF THE NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH IS NOT

OPERATING PROPERLY. THIS WOULD CAUSE THE BOAT TO ACCELERATE UNEXPECT-

EDLY IN FORWARD OR REVERSE AND COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF CONTROL, DAM-

AGE TO THE BOAT, OR INJURY TO PASSENGERS. ALWAYS TEST THE NEUTRAL

SAFETY SWITCH PERIODICALLY AND CORRECT ANY PROBLEMS BEFORE USING THE

BOAT.

2.4 Engine Stop Switch

All Pursuit boats rigged with outboard motors are equipped with

an engine stop switch and lanyard. When the lanyard is pulled it

will engage the switch and shut off the engine. We strongly

recommend that the lanyard be attached to the driver whenever the

engine is running. If the engine will not start, it could be because

the lanyard is not properly inserted into the switch. Always make

sure the lanyard is properly attached to the engine stop switch

before attempting to start the engine.

Please refer to the engine owner's manual for additional informa-

tion on the engine stop switch.

Engine Stop Switch

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