Teleflex MV-2 Series User manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL
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Manual # 055001-518 Revision 1
OWNER’S MANUAL
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF MV-2
SERIES SIDE MOUNT CONTROL
For Single Station Only
INSTALLER: THESE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAIN IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION AND MUST BE FORWARDED TO THE BOAT OWNER.
These“saftey alerts” alone cannot elim-
inate the hazards they signal. Strict
compliance to these special instruc-
tions when installing, operating or
performing maintanence and using
common sence are the most effective
accident prevention measures.
Hazards or unsafe practices
which COULD result in sever
personel injury or death.
WARNING
!
NOTICE Throughout this manual, Warnings and Cautions, accompa-
nied by the International Hazard Symbol , are used to alert the manufacturer or installer to special
instructions concerning a particular service or operation that may be hazardous if preformed incor-
rectly or carelessly.
Warnings alone do not eliminate dangers, nor are the a substitute for safe boat handling and proper
accident prevention measures. Observe these alerts carefully!
!
DANGER
!
Immediate Hazards which
WILL result in severe
personel injury or death.
Hazards or unsafe practices
which COULD result in injury,
product and/or property
damage.
CAUTION
!NOTICE
Information that is important to
the proper installation,
operation and maintenance, but
is not hazard related.

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Before starting installation, read these instructions and the
engine maker’s instructions thorought or incorrect assembly
can result in loss of control and cause property damage or
injury.
Do not substitute parts from other manufacturers. They may
cause a safety hazard which Teleflex Inc. (USA) cannot
accept responsibility.
Cable installation and connections must be made in accor-
dance with the motor manufacturer’s instructions.
To insure best performance and free operation of all
linkages and the remote control is essential. Follow the
manufacturer’s recommended procedures for adjustment
and lubrication.
All specifications and features are subject to change with-
out notice.
NOTICE
NOTICE TELEFLEX MARINE HIGHLY RECOMMENDS THE INSTALLATION,
AND USAGE OF AN ENGINE SHUT OFF SWITCH (SOMETIMES
CALLED A“KILL” SWITCH) AS AN IMPORTANT EMERGENCY SAFETY
FEATURE FOR BOATS. THIS SWITCH SHOULD BE CONNECTED BY
A CORD TO THE BOAT DRIVER. SHOULD THE DRIVER BE THROWN
FROM THE HELM POSITION, THE ENGINE WILL AUTOMATICALLY
SHUT OFF.
THIS SHUT OFF SWITCH IS NOT A STANDARD PART OF THE CON-
TROL YOU ARE USING. IT CAN, HOWEVER, BE OBTAINED FROM
MOST MARINE DEALERS AND DISTRIBUTORS.

The Morse MV-2 Control is designed to provide convenient,one hand, single lever
operation of shift and throttle for most popular outboards, inboard/outdrives and
inboards equipped with hydraulic reverse gears.
A safety feature of the MV-2 is a Neutral Locking Hand Lever. It can only be dis-
engaged from Neutral by raising the collar under the ball knob.The MV-2 accepts
Teleflex Marine 3300 Cables or 3300 TFXtreme cables.
A neutral safety switch is standard, except on MV-2 controls assembled for in-
board ski boats.
Introduction
The following information shows the procedures necessary to make a correct
installation.
General operation and adjustment information is provided, along with periodic
maintaniance information.
A replacement part availability for the control is provided should the need for
replacements become necessary.
Control Configuration
This Section is provided to make sure you have the correctly configured control
for your application.
Note: To determine the correct control assembly for inboards with hydraulic
clutches, it is first necessary to determine whether the control cables must exert a
“push”or “p ull” action at the transmission to engage forward gear and a“push” or
a“pull” action at the carborator lever to open the throttle.
Operate the MV-2 control hand lever to learn which way shift and throttle arms
function, for push or pull of control cables.
If the control is not assembled for propper action of shift and throttle function
required by the engine, or left hand configuration is required, reassemble control
as shown in the following instructions (figures 1 thru 5).
Repositioning Shift Arm If the transmission shift function is different from tha action of the control shift
arm, reposition the arm by removing the hex head screw, large flat washer and
black switch cam.
Pay attention to the 2 hole pattern on the arm of the cable pivot mount.Refer to
fi g ures 1 and 4 for an understanding of these holes.
Should it be necessary to change shift direction from right hand to left hand or
from pull to push, the neutral safty switch must also be relocated in the opposite
position.
The following figures 1, 2, 3 and 4 show all possible shift positions in which the
control may be assembled for horizontal side mounting.
Hand lever may be relocated at any 30 degree increment from right hand to
left hand. To do this, the insert behind the hand lever hub must be repositioned
so the notch is aligned with the hand lever interlock pawl.
R.H. CABLE FROM REAR-PULL TO GO FORWARD
L.H. CABLE FROM FRONT-PUSH TO GO FORWARD
FIGURE 1
If the neutral safety switch is
not relocated when the shift
arm is repositioned, damage to
the switch and electrical wiring
will occur.
WARNING
!
NOTICE

R.H. CABLE FROM FRONT-PULL TO GO FORWARD
L.H. CABLE FROM REAR-PUSH TO GO FORWARD
R.H. CABLE FROM REAR-PUSH TO GO FORWARD
L.H. CABLE FROM FRONT-PULL TO GO FORWARD
R.H. CABLE FROM FRONT-PUSH TO GO FORWARD
L.H. CABLE FROM REAR-PULL TO GO FORWARD
Reversing Throttle Action
Check the carburetor throttle arm to determine whether Push or Pull is required
to open the throttle.
If action is incorrect, reverse throttle arm by unscrewing Hex Head Bolt and
large Flat Washer. Remove arm and assemble in opposite position as shown in
FIGURE 5.
Also reverse position of Dwell Block and Spring by remoning the Round Head
Slotted Screw,Flat Washer and Nut.Reassemble in the opposite position as shown
in Figure 5.
Throttle Arm and Dwell Block
must both point with cable en-
try for “Push To Open” or both
must point against cable entry
for “Pull To Open, as shown in
FIGURE 5.
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WARNING
!

Choose a mounting location for the control head which will pro-
vide comfortable operation of the hand lever, unobstructed
movement of mechanism arms and a clear path for cables to engine.
Figure 6 shows the control dimensions and the recommended clearance behind
the mounting surface.
The recommended position for the control head is shown below. The vertical
center line of the hand lever should be in line with the front edge of the seat and
the hand lever hub should be 2-1/2 inches (63 mm) above the seat.
Using the template provided, cut the appropriate mounting hole in the panel
as shown in Figure 7.
Mounting Location
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Should it be necessary to re-
move the hanger plate from
the back of the control, DO NOT
remove the two (2) recessed
screws which retain the back of
the Gear Unit Assembly. Disas-
sembly of the gear unit could
result in loss of inner compo-
nents and incorrect re-assem-
bly.
CAUTION
!

Insert shift cable through opening at rear of hanger assembly in line with the
shift arm pivot attachment holes and lock cable anchor groove in the hanger
slot.
Screw pivot onto the cable rod, allowing threads to protrude through pivot 1/8
inch for standard travel, or 1/4 inch for long travel.
Lubricate pivot with lithium marine grease, then insert into required hole in shift
arm (See Figure 8).Fasten with cotter pin,Tighten cable nut against pivot.
To obtain standard (2-3/4 inch) cable shift travel at the engine, use shift arm on
control at short pivot hole location as shown in Figure 8.
For Mercury, long (3 inch) cable shift travel at the engine is necessary. Assemble
shift arm to control using longest pivot hole location.
Shift Cable Connection
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Maximum thickness panel is 3/4
inches. Control will install more
easily in a 1/2 inch thick panel.
NOTICE
The pivot must be in the hole
nearest the cable entry end of
the control. Using the hole in the
shift arm farthest away from the
cable mounting support will pro-
duce unequal shift cable travel
between “neutral to forward”
and “neutral to reverse”, resulting
in impropper shift action.
CAUTION
!
The control shift lever and the
transmission shift lever must
coincide at the forward, neutral
and reverse positions. Different
makers of transmissions may
require different amounts of
shift travel. For this reason the
control shift lever is provided
with two (2) holes for attach-
ing the shift cable. One (1) for
standard travel and one for the
longest travel (see Figure 8).
NOTICE

Throttle Cable Connection
With the opening in the swivel bracket nearest to the cable entry end of the
control, insert the throttle cable through the opening in the swivel bracket and
secure the cable anchor groove in the swivel bracket slot.
Screw the pivot on to cable rod end and allow cable rod threads to protrude
through the pivot 3/16 inch minimum.
Lubricate the pinion with lithium marine grease, then insert into the hole in the
throttle arm. Fasten with a cotter pin.Tighten cable nut against pivot.
Neutral Safety Switch
Connect the neutral start switch between the ignition switch and the starter
solenoid as shown in Figure 9.
Use the terminals and insulators provided with the control to insure against an
electrical short circuit.
Mounting Control Run the cables connected to the control back to the throttle and shift locations
of the engine and drive.
The cables should run as straight as possible, avoiding any sharp bends. Make
no bends in the cable tighter than that specified for the cable style you are us-
ing.
Cables should be supported by using cable hangers or running them through
straight sections of conduit for extremely long runs.
Place hand lever in forward position so that,as a result,the shift arm and throttle
arm will take the least amount of space to feed hanger bracket through the panel
cutout (See Figure 7).
Fastening recommendation for normal mounting:
3 each oval head #10 x 1-1/4 inch long self tapping screws are furnished.
Optional method:
3 each #1- x 1-1/2 inch long bolts with flat washers and nylock nuts.
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Check to make sure that there is
electrical continuity only when
the control is in neutral. When
the control is in gear, there must
not be any electrical continuity.
CAUTION
!
Do not restrict movement of
the throttle cable within 2 feet
of the control (see Figure 10).
To do so may damage or impair
proper operation of throttle
cable.
Do not use cable hangers or
clamps which may crush or
stress the cables in anyway. Do-
ing so may impair the function
of the cables.
CAUTION
!

Engine Connection
Connect the shift and throttle cables to the shift and throttle levers at the en-
gine, following the instructions provided with the appropriate connection kit or
with the engine.
Shift cable must connect so that the “FORWARD”, “NEUTRAL” a nd “REVERSE”
positions of the control’s shift lever will coinside with the forward, neutral and
reverse positions of the transmission’s lever.
Re-adjust the cable terminal until the correct function of the shift lever is
achieved.
Proper adjustment of the shift cable will result in a much better operation of
the control.
For Throttle cable connection, adjust the engine to a smooth idle as recom-
mended by the engine manufacturer. This must be done BEFORE connecting the
control throttle cable to the carburetor or governor arm.
Place the hand lever of the control into the forward detent position.
Place the carburetot arm slightly against the idle stop.
Adjust the throttle cable terminal (at the engine end) to line up with the hole
on the carburetor arm.
Proper adjustment of the throttle cables will assure having a long life from this
control. When the throttle cable is correctly adjusted, the engine speed will re-
main at idle while the control is shifted, and will increase only when the hand
lever is moved beyond the shift detent.
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Over jamming the transmis-
sion stop at either at either end
of the shift travel may 1) cause
excessive wear of the drive and
shift gear 2) result in a heavy feel
of the hand lever and/or 3) over
stress and damage the cable.
The throttle cable must be dis-
connected from the engine
before making engine idle ad-
justments. Adjustment of the
engine idle while the throttle
cable is still connected to the
engine may cause a jamming
action against the idle stop. As a
result, the control may not func-
tion properly and damage to the
control cable and/or the engine
could result.
Unless the above procedures
are followed, engine RPM will
raise excessively during the
shift cycle.
For this reason there is a com-
pression spring-type throttle
dwell built into the cable an-
chor assembly, which allows the
throttle cable action to remain
stationary during the shift cycle
(See Figure 5).
As a result, the hand lever
must be in the forward detent
position and the carburetor
arm must be at the idle position
while connecting the throttle
cable to the engine.
The full open throttle position
usually varies with the make of
the engine. If the throttle travel
is less than the full stop position
of the control, an effort should
be made to limit the hand lever
travel by means of a shelf, or a
stop of some sort, under the
hand lever. Excessive pressure
on the hand lever at full open
throttle position may cause
damage to the control and/or
the engine.
CAUTION
!

Preliminary Check
Check to make sure there is no interference with either the hand lever or the
control mechanism movement.
Place the control handle lever in the Neutral position, then grasp the button
next to the hand lever hub. Pull out the button (Approximately 0.20 inches) to
DIS-ENGAGE shift (See figure 6).
Move the hand lever through the forward range to operate the carburetor throt-
tle lever to full open position.When the hand lever is returned to the neutral posi-
tion, the button must be pushed back in so that the shift gear is re-engaged and
the control may be operated in both shift and throttle range.
For starting or warmup, place the control in the Neutral detent position, then
grasp the button beside the hand lever and pull out to dis-engage shift. Lift col-
lar under hand lever knob and move hand lever beyond shift detent to advance
throttle for neutral warmup.
When warmup is completed, return hand lever to neutral detent position, then
push button back in,to re-engage the shift.The control is ready for shift and throt-
tle operation.
When operating the control, always lift the collar under the knob to release the
hand lever from neutral.
Move hand lever “c risply”from neutral into forward or reverse.When the throttle
cable is correctly adjusted, the engine speed will remain at idle, and will advance
only when the hand lever moves beyond the shift detent.
Maintenance
For Maximum protection, especially in saltwater areas, wipe all metalic parts
such as screw heads and cable sleeves with light oil or light marine grease.
The chrome plated hand lever should be washed with fresh water and waxed
regularly.
Periodically check the control mechanism for loose fastenings and signs of wear
on moving parts, particularly the cable terminals. Lubricate all moving parts with
a good quality lithium marine grease.
Periodically examine the cables and engine connections for signs of physi-
cal damage, wear and/or corrosion. Replace all faulty or damaged cables as re-
quired.
Periodically check the neutral safety switch for proper electrical function.
Periodically check the wiring for abrasion which may cause a short circuit.
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Do not force shift when the en-
gine is not running.To do so may
damage the control, the cables
and/or the engine, especially
outboards and stern drives.
CAUTION
!
To operate the hand lever, it is
necessary to lift the collar, under
the ball knob, upward to disen-
gage the Neutral Interlock.
NOTICE
Do not shift too quickly from
forward to reverse. Stay in the
idle position or neutral,until the
boat has lost most of its head-
way before completing the shift
action to reverse.
WARNING
!
Periodically is a time frame
which depends upon the actual
usage of the boat. For a boat
used only a few weekends in
the summer, periodically could
mean annually. For a boat used
continually day after day all
year, periodically could mean
monthly or even weekly.
NOTICE

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