Controls Shifting between Forward and Reverse To go from forward to reverse, or reverse to for- ward, always pause at neutral ( N ) and allow engine speed to return to idle. After shifting is completed, continue to move the control handle slowly in the desired direction to increase speed. CAUTION! Do not shift gears if engine speed is above 800 RPM. Do not shift from forward to re- verse when boat is planing. There is a danger that water will get into the engine and cause seri- ous damage, while causing serious damage to the drive. 22764 CAUTION! Any time the boat is operated, be aware of changes in shift system operation.
A sudden increase in shift effort at the remote con- trol handle, or other abnormal operation, indi- cates a possible problem in the shift system. If you suspect there is a problem, see your Volvo Penta dealer as soon as possible for proper diag- nosis and required service or adjustment. Contin- ued operation could result in damage to the shift mechanism and loss of shift and throttle control that could result in personal injury. 7743722 - Downloaded from www.volvopenta.com 13/05/2008 20:17:06 Cruising Speed Operating the engine at wide open throttle (WOT) should be avoided since it is both uneconomical and uncomfortable.
Volvo Penta recommends a cruising speed 25% lower than maximum RPM at WOT. De- pending on hull type, choice of propeller, load and conditions, etc., the maximum engine speed at top speed can vary, but it should be within the WOT range. Engine WOT Range (RPM) 3.0 GLP-C 4200–4600 4.3 GL-D 4200–4600 4.3 GXi-E (F) 4400–4800 22765 5.0 GL-E 4400–4800 5.0 GXi-E (F) 4600–5000 5.7 Gi-E (F) 4600–5000 5.7 GXi-F (F) 4600–5000 8.1 Gi-F (F) 4200–4600 8.1 GXi-E (F) 4600–5000 VPA 7743722 English 10-2004 31