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Helm Systems

2-1

Section 2

C230

Helm Systems

2.1 General

The helm controls consist of engine throttle

and shift controls, steering system, trim tab

control switches and the optional spotlight

control.

Each manufacturer of the control compo-

nents provides an owner’s manual with its

product. It is important that you read, under-

stand and become familiar with the proper

care and operation of all control systems.

2.2 Engine Throttle and Shift

Controls

The shift and throttle controls on your boat

may vary depending on the engines. The fol-

lowing control description is typical to most

outboard remote controls. Refer to the

engine or control manuals for specific infor-

mation on the controls installed on your Pur-

suit.

The helm on your Pursuit is designed for a

side mount control with a single gear shift

and a throttle lever for the engine; a position

for neutral (straight up and down), forward

position (first detent forward of neutral) and

reverse position (the first detent aft of neu-

tral). Advancing the control lever beyond the

shift range will advance throttle, forward or

reverse. Each control is equipped to allow

the engine to be operated above idle RPM

while in neutral for cold starting or warming

up.

See your Pursuit dealer for necessary con-

trol and cable adjustments. If the starter for

either engine engages with the shift controls

in any position other than neutral, the neutral

safety switch is not functioning properly and

must be repaired before using your boat.

2.3 Neutral Safety Switch

Every control has a neutral safety switch to

prevent the engine from being started while

in gear. Control or cable adjustments must

be performed if the engine will start in for-

ward or reverse.

Test the neutral safety switch periodically to

ensure they are operating. To test the neu-

tral safety switch; tilt the engine down and

move the shift lever to the forward position,

past first detent. DO NOT advance past the

idle position. Turn the ignition key to the start

position. The starter should not engage.

Repeat test with the shift lever in reverse

and the engine throttle at idle, the starter

should not engage. If the engine starts in

gear during this test, immediately move the

control levers to the neutral position and turn

the engine off. Ejection or sudden loss of

control can occur if an engine can start in

gear and neutral safety switch system does

not function properly.

! WARNING

LOSS OF CONTROL AND UNSAFE

BOAT HAZARD

Hazard from improper securing of

helm is hazardous and can cause

death or serious injury from sudden

loss of control. Make sure the helm is

secure before getting underway and

during transporting the boat.

! CAUTION

Avoid possible injury or engine dam-

age when shifting:

• Pause in neutral before shifting

from FORWARD to REVERSE, or

REVERSE to NEUTRAL.

• DO NOT shift into reverse while

the boat is traveling forward at

speed.

• Keep area around shifter control

clear of obstructions.

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