New Boater, What is this red dot?

[maanbr]

Hello everybody, I'm a fairly new boater who just purchased a 1998 Mirrocraft w/ a 40 hp mariner on the back. The dealer went through everything with me about the motor but there is a red "dot or button" on the hand throttle. What is this for? There is no manual for the motor yet, but the dealer is going to get me one.

 

[The Marine Doctor]

Re: New Boater, What is this red dot?

That should be the kill button. Turns the ignition off so the engine stop.<br /><br />TMD

 

[maanbr]

Re: New Boater, What is this red dot?

Appreciate the quick answer, I figured it would be something simple like that, but didn't want to go pushing all the pretty buttons!!