CONTROL SYSTEMS
C - 1
GENERAL
B. Multi-port Fuel Injected Engines (EFI)
Control systems permit operation of the engine’s throttle On Multi-port Fuel Injected engines, starting the engine
and shift mechanisms. They consist of three major com- is much easier and faster. It is not necessary to use the
ponents; the control, and the throttle and shift cables.
throttle while in neutral to cold-start the engine. Simply
turn the key and allow the engine to warm up.
All Vista models with single engine installations are
equipped with single lever controls. This lever actuates For additional information, refer to the section on “Start-
both the throttle and shift function. Neutral is in the cen- ing and Operation” in the engine manufacturer’s manual.
ter or straight up position. Rotating the control forward
shifts the engine into forward. Rotating the control aft For additional information, please refer to the sections
shifts the engine into reverse. Moving the lever further Section B-8 Trim/Tilt, Section B-9 Trim Tabs, and Sec-
forward or aft increases engine speed.
tion D Steering System.
The 278 Vista with twin engines is equipped with a dual
lever control. Each lever controls an engine. Additional C - 3 NEUTRAL SAFETY SWITCH
information on controls and their operation is discussed
in Section C-2 and the engine manufacturer’s informa- Every control system has a neutral safety switch incor-
tion included with this manual.
porated into it. This device prohibits the engine from
being started while the drive is not in neutral. If the
engine will not start, slight movement of the shift lever
may be necessary to locate the neutral position and dis-
engage the safety cut-out switch. Control or cable ad-
justments are required to correct this condition should it
persist. See your Four Winns dealer for necessary con-
C - 2 CONTROL OPERATION
A. Standard Engines
All controls provide some means of increasing the en- trol and cable adjustments.
gine speed during cold starting. On single lever con-
trols, this is usually activated by placing the shift lever in
neutral and pulling it outward. This disengages the shift C - 4 CONTROL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
control mechanism and allows higher engine rpm. Re-
fer to the control manufacturers information for additional Periodic inspections of the control, cables, and all con-
details.
nections should be made. Signs of looseness, rust, cor-
rosion, wear, cable jacket cracks or other deterioration
During the operation of a 278 Vista with twin engines, require immediate system servicing. Replace all dam-
the dual-lever controls is operated in the same manner aged components.
as single lever controls. However, it is advantageous
forbothenginestobeoperatedatthesameenginespeed Generally, periodic lubrication of all moving parts and
(rpm). This reduces noise and vibration, and can in- connections with a light, waterproof grease is in order.
crease propulsion system efficiency. Setting the throttles Cables can be lubricated by positioning them to their
so the engines are running at the same rpm (synchro- fullest extension and applying light grease to the inner
nized) can be done by engine sounds or by the tach cable near the jacket. Working the cables back and forth
readings. When the engines are in proper syn- will distribute the grease in the inner cable. Re-apply
chronization, the throttle levers may not necessarily be the grease if necessary.
in the same position.
Vista Owners Manual
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Section C
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