How does a boat control box work?

For the most part your typical recreational boat will have what is called a Dual-Function Control Box. This means that both the shifting and throttle control is all operated by one lever. Pushing the lever forward past neutral shifts the motor into gear and the farther you push increases your speed.

Why do some boats have two throttle controls?

I suspect the reason for separate controls can be traced back to simplicity. It is easier to run one set of cables for the transmission and another for the throttle. That design probably just evolved to become the norm for inboard boats.

How do you throttle a boat motor?

Hand-grip Throttle Move the gear lever on the side of the motor to either the forward or reverse position. Twist the throttle to speed up. Twist it in the other direction to slow down. Bring the engine to an idle and change the gear lever to neutral to stop the boat.

Is it bad to go full throttle on a boat?

Absolutely not. Modern engines are designed to handle WOT. Also, during break-in going to WOT, as prescribed by the owner’s manual, is necessary to properly seat the pistons’ rings. It’s also good to do it once in a while to check the engine’s health.

What does a shift cable do on a boat?

With the jacket stationary, movement of the shift lever causes the cable core to move smoothly. If, however, the jacket is not secure, it will move with the core, preventing the latter from telegraphing movement to the engine.

How do you remove a throttle handle on a boat?

Place the control handle in the throttle-only position. Push “In” on button and place control handle forward. Throttle-only but- ton can now be removed. If button cannot be re- moved with fingers, use a small screwdriver and pry out gently.

Does a boat have a throttle?

There are a variety of shift and throttle controls on boats; some have separate controls, some combine them. Shifting from neutral should be done decisively, but without exceeding idle throttle. If you shift too slowly, you’ll probably hear the gears grind.

Can you steer a boat in neutral?

Neutral is your best friend. Spend most of your time in neutral. You only need short thrusts of forward and reverse power to maneuver the boat. If you “gear before steer” the boat will not go in the direction you want until approximately 3 seconds after you stop turning the wheel.

What RPM should I run my boat at?

The full-throttle limit for modern marine gasoline motors ranges from 4800 to 6000 rpm. (By comparison, your car’s engine probably turns less than 2500 rpm at freeway speeds.) Most mechanics and engineers suggest the best cruising speeds are achieved at 3400 and 3800 rpm respectively.

How often should you run your boat?

How often you service your boat is dependent on how often you take your boat out, as in how many hours you rack up. The rule of thumb is to service after every 100-hour interval.

How do you control the throttle on a boat?

You twist the hand grip to control the throttle. Move the gear lever on the side of the motor to either the forward or reverse position. Twist the throttle to speed up. Twist it in the other direction to slow down. Bring the engine to an idle and change the gear lever to neutral to stop the boat.

How does the throttle work on a Suzuki outboard?

The throttle control is a lever that can be pressed forward to increase the speed of the boat. When the throttle level is pushed forward, it opens the engine throttle in the outboard, which means that more air and fuel is being allowed into the combustion chamber at a higher rate of frequency.

How does outboard motor shifter and throttle controls work?

Motor Shifter or Trim. On the control panel which contains the throttle and gear levers are buttons that control the position of the outboard motors–this is called trim.

What happens when you push the throttle button?

When you move the lever forward, the first thing that happens is the drive goes into forward gear and the boat begins to move. Continuing to move the lever forward increases the speed. The same happens in reverse. You put the lever straight up when you stop and the lever again locks in neutral.