PURSUIT OS 315 Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 21)

Helm Systems

2-1

Section 2

OS 315

Helm Systems

2.1 General

The helm controls consist of engine throttle

and shift controls, steering system, trim tab

control switches and the optional bow

thruster controls.

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 Helm Access

The helm and engine controls are located on

an opening helm station. The helm station is

hinged at the bottom and opens to provide

access to service the helm equipment. To

open, slide the seat back, tilt the steering

wheel to the full upright position and open

the two latches securing the helm in place. A

strap holds the helm in the open position. To

secure the helm in place, close the helm and

secure the two latches. The helm station

must be secured before operating or trans-

porting your boat, injury or damage can

occur. Do not open helm station with

engines running, accidental engagement of

shift and throttle can occur.

2.3 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

binnacle style control with a single gear shift

and a throttle lever for each engine; a posi-

tion for neutral (straight up and down), for-

ward position (first detent forward of neutral)

and reverse position (the first detent aft of

neutral). 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.

The handles of dual lever controls may not

always align with each other at all RPM set-

tings because of variations in the routing of

control cables, 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.

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.

! 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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