2001 Four Winns Funship 214 234 264 Boat Owners Manual

D.   Shifting and Control Speed
Any time  the boat  is operated,  be aware  of
changes in shift system operation.  A sudden
increase in  shift effort  at the  remote control
handle, or other abnormal operation, indicates
a possible problem in the shift system.  If this
occurs,thefollowingprecautionsmustbetaken:
1.
Move control handle to the neutral detent (idle) posi-
tion.  This will engage neutral start switch and allow
engine to start.
DO NOTshift into FORWARD or REVERSE un-
less engine is running. Damage to the shift sys-
tem could result from trying to shift without  the
engine running.  Carefully check function of all
control and engine systems before leaving  the
dock.
With engine running and boat securely tied
to the dock, shift drive into forward and re-
verse to ensure there is gear engagement.
When docking  the boat, all  docking ma-
neuvers must be performed at slow speed.
Payspecialattentiontootherboaters.    Pas-
sengers should  be informed  of potential
problems and precautions taken.
2.
To go FORWARD - actuate the neutral lock mecha-
nism and  briskly  move the  shift  handle forward.
Throttle movement will begin after forward gear en-
gagement.
If you suspect there is a problem, see your Volvo Penta/
3.
To go in REVERSE - actuate the neutral lock mecha-  Mercruiser dealer as soon as possible for proper diag-
nism and  briskly move  the shift  handle rearward.     nosis and  required service or adjustment.  Continued
Throttle movement will begin after reverse gear en-    operation  could result in  damage to the shift  mecha-
gagement.
nism and loss of control.
E.   Stopping Engine
DO NOT shift from forward to reverse when the
boat is planing.
1.
2.
Move control handle to the NEUTRAL position.
Turn ignition key to the OFF position.
NOTICE
DO NOTshift if engine speed is above 800 RPM.
NOTICE
DO NOT stop engine at speeds above idle or
“speed up”  engine while  turning off  ignition.
Engine damage could result.
4.
5.
To go from FORWARD to REVERSE, or REVERSE
to FORWARD; always pause at NEUTRAL and al-
low engine speed to return to idle.
After shifting is completed, continue to move the con-
trol handle slowly in the desired direction to increase
speed.
A - 10   GROUNDING AND TOWING
If the boat should become disabled, or if assist-
ing another  craft that  is disabled, great  care
must be taken.   The stress applied to  a boat
during towing may become excessive. Exces-
sivestresscandamagethestructureoftheboat
and create a safety hazard for those aboard.
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