Controls Twin Unit Maneuvering When leaving or approaching the dock, or for any close maneuvering at slow speed, place the starboard engine in neutral, on standby, and use the port engine with the control nearest the operator. The use of one control is very effective and more convenient. In the event that the port engine (which is being used for maneuvering) stops, you can immediately go to the starboard engine (which has been on standby). CAUTION! Both engines must be running dur- ing close maneuvering or at slow speeds. If only one engine is running, water may be forced back through the underwater exhaust outlet and cause serious engine damage.
Do not attempt to plane boat while operating on a single engine; operat- ing with a single engine at full throttle could cause engine or transmission damage. 22763 How to Shift and Control Speed 7743722 - Downloaded from www.volvopenta.com 13/05/2008 20:17:06 NOTE! If your boat is equipped with a non-Volvo Penta remote control system, ask your deal- er how to properly operate it. IMPORTANT! Carefully check function of all con- trol and engine systems before leaving the dock. 1. Move control handle ( 1 ) to the neutral detent (idle) position. Check in front and behind boat for people or obstructions before shifting. 2. To go forward:
Move the shift handle forward from neutral detent to forward gear engagement detent position. Throttle movement will begin after the detent position for forward gear engagement. After the throttle is activated, continue to move the control handle slowly in the desired direction to increase speed. 3. To go in reverse: Move the shift handle backward until you reach the detent position for reverse gear engagement. Throttle movement will begin after reverse gear engagement. After the throttle is activated, continue to move the control handle slowly in the desired direction to increase speed. 21185 CAUTION! Do not shift gears if engine speed is above 800 RPM. 30 VPA 7743722 English 10-2004