Teleflex Marine KE-4A User Manual

Morse KE-4a controls

premium

engine control

(electronic control

— each lever controls

throttle AND shift)

The KE-4 set the standard for reliability
in marine electronic controls. Its

simplicity and proven design make it the
choice for most multi-station/multi-engine
control pleasure and work boats. KE-4a
controls are available in either single or twin
lever binnacle mount versions for single or
multiple stations and up to two engines.

Applications:

(accepts these cables:)

Universal 3300/33C Types

Use KE-4a if . . .

• There are more than 2 stations.

CONTROLS electronic stand-alone

• Throttle and Shift are actuated
mechanically (KE-4a has no electronic
throttle interface).

• Trolling valve control required.

• Throttle Sync only is needed.

• Electrical system is 12 or 24 volt.

• Hand-held remote desired.

• CANBus interface is not needed.
(If needed, see i6000.)

NOTE: When properly installed, these engine
controls will connect to outboard, stern drive and
inboard engines, utilizing an electronic interface,
universal 3300/33C type cables and appropriate
engine connection kits.

The boat's original mechanical control and 3300/33C
cables (if so equipped) can be reused for the "get home"
(emergency back-up) feature. The back-up control does not
have to be mounted, but be certain that the cables used
with this control are long enough so that the control can be
operated from the steering station.

Electronic stand-alone controls are ideal
for larger, multi-station boats, especially
those applications in which a mechanical
control cannot deliver the desired feel and
performance. For nearly all engine types.

Features:

Works with most engines: outboard, stern

drive or inboard.

Single or twin engine control; dual function

for each lever.
Up to 4 control heads.
Optional hand-held remote control: great

for docking and fi shing!
Built-in Station Select switch.
Engine Sync option available.
Gear shift delay available.
Neutral engine warm-up provision.
Mechanical backup (easy to use “get

home” system).
Built-in overload protection & diagnostics.
Visual failure alarm standard (audio alarm

optional).
Uses standard 3300/33C type control

cables on throttle/shift actuator.
Easy to install. Plug-in connectors.
12 and 24 volt capability.
Meets/exceeds all applicable industry

standards.

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electronic control: mechanical throttle/shift, up to 4 stations

KE-4a
Engine
Controls
Basic
Ordering
Guide:

KE-4a
TOP MOUNT

ITEM DESCRIPTION PART # QTY. NOTES

BASIC SYSTEM COMPONENTS:

CONTROL HEAD - GOLD FINISH See next pages (SINGLE OR TWIN ENGINE)
ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT See next pages (12 or 24 VDC)
THROTTLE/SHIFT ACTUATOR NM0165-00
COMMUNICATION HARNESS NM0619-05 FOR TWIN ENGINE BOATS ONLY
REMOTE CONTROL HARNESS See next pages CONTROL STATION 1 (IN METERS)
REMOTE CONTROL HARNESS See next pages CONTROL STATION 2 (IN METERS)
REMOTE CONTROL HARNESS See next pages CONTROL STATION 3 (IN METERS)
REMOTE CONTROL HARNESS See next pages CONTROL STATION 4 (IN METERS)
5 METER POWER NM0414-28 2 PER CONTROL UNIT
SUPPLY HARNESS

OR

10 METER POWER NM0414-33 2 PER CONTROL UNIT
SUPPLY HARNESS
20 AMP CIRCUIT BREAKER NJ0514-00 2 PER CONTROL UNIT RECOMMENDED OPTION
BUZZER See next pages (12 or 24 VDC)
3300/33C SERIES CONTROL CABLE CC633XX CC633XX RECOMMENDED

OPTIONAL UPGRADES:

HAND HELD REMOTE:

HAND HELD CONTROL KIT NM0906-00 TWIN ENGINE (26’ WIRE)
HAND HELD CONTROL KIT NM0907-00 SINGLE ENGINE (26’ WIRE)
REMOTE CONTROL HARNESS NM0616-XX XX=LENGTH IN METERS
RELAY KIT (ENGINE CUT-OFF) (12 or 24 VDC)

SUGGESTED MANUAL “GET HOME” BACKUP SYSTEM:

3300/33C SERIES CONTROL CABLES (2 PER ENGINE – 1 FOR THROTTLE, 1 FOR SHIFT)
MECHANICAL CONTROL (ONE SINGLE FUNCTION TWIN LEVER CONTROL PER ENGINE, ONE DUAL FUNCTION
SINGLE LEVER CONTROL PER ENGINE OR ONE DUAL FUNCTION TWIN LEVER CONTROL FOR TWIN ENGINES)

CONTROLS electronic stand-alone

ACTUATOR

ECU
(ELECTRONIC
CONTROL
UNIT)

NOTES:

Controls listed have popular gold tone fi nish. Several other fi nishes available. Contact Telefl ex Marine for details.
All Wiring harnesses are measured in meters (1 meter = 39.37 inches).
XX = Control cable length in feet. Telefl ex Control Cables are measured by the foot. For Morse, XXX = inches.
Check with Engine Manufacturer for Engine Output information.

QUESTIONS? CALL TECH SUPPORT AT 610-495-7011.

Hand
Held
Remote
Control
Overview:

HAND HELD
REMOTE
CONTROL

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