Operation

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Stopping boat

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WARNING

●Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the boat as it could cause you to lose control, be ejected, or impact the steering wheel or other parts of the boat. This could increase the risk of se- rious injury. It could also damage the shift mechanism.

●Do not shift into reverse while traveling at planing speeds. Loss of control, boat swamping, or damage to the boat could occur.

The boat is not equipped with a separate braking system. Water resistance stops it after the throttle lever is moved back to idle. The stopping distance varies depending on gross weight, water surface conditions, and wind di- rection.

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Stopping engine

Before stopping the engine, first let it cool off for a few minutes at idle or low speed. Stopping the engine immediately after operating at high speed is not recommended.

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Procedure

1.Push and hold the engine stop button un- til the engine comes to a complete stop.

2.After stopping the engine, tighten the air vent screw on the fuel tank cap and set the fuel cock lever or knob to the closed position, if equipped.

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3.Disconnect the fuel line if you are using an external fuel tank.

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If the outboard motor is equipped with an engine shut-off cord, the engine can also be stopped by pulling the cord and removing the clip from the engine shut-off switch.

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Trimming outboard motor

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WARNING

Excessive trim for the operating conditions (either trim up or trim down) can cause boat instability and can make steering the boat more difficult. This increases

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