899883192 - Valiant

Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
Throttle Lever - Throttle functions are controlled by the movement of the throttle lever.
Increase the RPM by moving the throttle lever forward. Achieve Wide Open Throttle (WOT)
by placing the throttle lever in its full forward position. Decrease RPM by moving the throttle
lever back. Achieve minimum RPM (idle) by placing the throttle lever in its full aft position.
Remote Controls (DTS Models)
Remote Controls
IMPORTANT: Your boat must be equipped with a Mercury Marine electronic remote
control. Start in gear protection is provided by this control system and prevents the engine
from starting when the control is actuated in forward or reverse. Refer to the Mercury
Precision Parts/Quicksilver Accessories Guide.
The Digital Throttle and Shift System (DTS) required to operate this engine package
provides start and stop functions, throttle control, shift control, start in gear protection, and
emergency lanyard stop functions. The DTS system works with specialized helm
components such as a command module kit and electronic remote control. Consult your
dealer for a description and/or demonstration of your remote control.
Panel Mount Features
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b
d
e
f
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a - Lanyard stop switch
b - Control handle
c - Shift lock
d - Trim/tilt switch
e - Throttle only button
f - Detent tension adjustment screw
g - Control handle friction adjustment screw
Lanyard Stop Switch - Turns the ignition off whenever the operator (when attached to the
lanyard) moves far enough away from the operator's position to activate the switch. Refer
to Lanyard Stop Switch for information on the use of this switch.
Control Handle - Operation of the shift and throttle are controlled by the movement of the
control handle. Push the control handle forward from neutral with a quick, firm motion to
the first detent for forward gear. Continue pushing forward to increase speed. Pull the
control handle back from neutral with a quick, firm motion to the first detent for reverse gear
and continue pushing back to increase speed.
Shift Lock - Pressing the shift lock allows the engine to shift. The shift lock must always
be pressed when moving the control handle out of the neutral position.
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