OPERATION
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IMPORTANT: If no water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole, stop engine and check cooling water
intake for obstruction. No obstruction may indicate a water pump failure or blockage in the cooling system. These
conditions will cause the engine to overheat. Have the outboard checked by your dealer. Operating the engine
while overheated may cause serious engine damage.
Gear Shifting
• The outboard has three gear shift positions to provide operation. Forward (F), Neutral (N) and Reverse (R).
• Tiller handle models - Reduce engine speed to idle before shifting.
• After shifting outboard into gear, advance the remote control lever or rotate the throttle grip (tiller handle) to
increase speed.
Stopping The Engine
1. Remote Control Models - Reduce engine speed and shift outboard to neutral position. Turn ignition key to
"OFF" position.
2. Tiller Handle Models - Reduce engine speed and shift outboard to neutral position. Push in the engine stop
button or turn ignition key to "OFF" position.