Fast idle lever on 95 Force 120 does what?

1995120

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New boat owner and new to the forum. Looks like my Force idle problem is a common one. I have a fast idle lever on my control box that seems to do nothing when lifted. Can any one tell me what it is supposed to do? Is it a mechanical or electrical control? FYI when lifted it will not allow shifting into gear. Thks
 

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Re: Fast idle lever on 95 Force 120 does what?

Fast idle lever should advance the throttle a bit.<br />No shift when lifted is normal, to prevent you from putting it into gear at too high of rpm.<br /><br />If you are not able to advance the throttle, you will have trouble getting her started and keeping it running when engine is cold.<br /><br />What brand or type of control box do you have.<br />Sounds like it is either older than the motor, or not specifically made for it.<br /><br />Most Force controls for mid 90's motors were Quicksilver Commander units. They did not have a lever, but instead had a release button to push, then you advanced the throttle lever.
 

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Re: Fast idle lever on 95 Force 120 does what?

Roscoe - thks for the prompt response and right you are. Mechanical action, figured it out this evening - I was simply not moving the lever enough to advance the throttle.
 

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Re: Fast idle lever on 95 Force 120 does what?

Happy boating.
 
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