If engine floods:
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•
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Disengage shift. Move handle to full throttle position.
Turn key switch to the START position.
DO NOT shift from forward to reverse when the
boat is planing.
NOTICE
Immediately move the throttle levers to the idle posi-
tion when the engine starts.
DONOTshiftifenginespeedisabove800RPM.
4.
To go from FORWARD to REVERSE, or REVERSE
to FORWARD; always pause at NEUTRAL and al-
low engine speed to return to idle.
NOTICE
Failure to move the throttle handle to the idle po-
sition immediately when engine starts will allow
engineto“over-rev”andenginedamagecouldre-
sult. “Over-revving” engine after off-season stor-
age could also damage the water pump impeller.
When starting engine for the first time after
off-season storage, always idle engine for
one minute to allow the water pump to prime.
5. Aftershiftingiscompleted,continuetomovethecon-
trolhandleslowlyinthedesireddirectiontoincrease
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:
3.
As soon as engine starts:
a. Release key to the ON or RUN position.
NOTICE
Priming is not necessary for EFI engines. Refer
to the engine owner’s manual for additional
information.
•
With engine running and boat securely tied
to the dock, shift drive into forward and re-
verse to ensure there is gear engagement.
E. Shifting and Control Speed
•
Whendockingtheboat,alldockingmaneu-
versmustbeperformedatslowspeed. Pay
special attention to other boaters. Passen-
gers should be informed of potential prob-
lems and precautions taken.
1.
Move control handle to the neutral detent (idle) posi-
tion. This will engage neutral start switch and allow
engine to start.
If you suspect there is a problem, see your Volvo Penta/
Mercruiser dealerassoonaspossibleforproperdiagno-
sis and required service or adjustment. Continued op-
eration could result in damage to the shift mechanism
and loss of control.
DO NOT shift 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.
F. Stopping Engine
2.
3.
To go FORWARD - actuate the neutral lock mecha-
nismandbrisklymovetheshifthandleforward. Throttle
movementwillbeginafterforwardgearengagement.
1. Move control handle to the NEUTRAL position.
2. Turn ignition key to the OFF position.
To go in REVERSE - actuate the neutral lock mecha-
nism and briskly move the shift handle rearward.
Throttle movement will begin after reverse gear en-
gagement.
NOTICE
DO NOT stop engine at speeds above idle or
“speed up” engine while turning off ignition.
Engine damage could result.
Freedom™/Horizon™ Owner’s Manual
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