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3070 EXPRESS

Chapter 2:

HELM CONTROL SYSTEMS

2.1 General

The helm controls consist of three systems: the engine throttle and shift controls, the steering

system, and the trim tab control switches. These systems provide the operator with the ability

to control the direction and attitude of the boat from the helm station.

Each manufacturer of the control components provides an owner’s manual with its product. It

is important that you read the manuals and become familiar with the proper care and operation

of the control systems.

2.2 Engine Throttle and Shift Controls

The shift and throttle controls on your boat may vary depending on

the engines used. The following control description is typical of

most outboard remote controls. Refer to the engine or control

manuals for specific information on the controls installed on your

Pursuit.

The engine throttle and shift control systems consist of three major

components: the control handles, the throttle cable and the shift

cable. The cables are all the push-pull type. Two cables are

required for each engine. One cable connects the remote throttle

control to the carburetor or fuel injectors and the other connects the

remote shift control to the engine shift rod linkage.

The helm on your Pursuit is designed for a binnacle style control with a single lever for each

engine that operates as a gear shift and a throttle. General operation will include a position for

neutral (straight up and down), a forward position (the 1st detent forward of neutral), and a

reverse position (the 1st detent aft of neutral). Advancing the control lever beyond the shift range

advances the throttle in forward or reverse. Each control is equipped with a means of permitting

the engine to be operated at a higher than idle RPM while in neutral for cold starting and warm-

up purposes.

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.

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