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4. Gear Ratio 2 0 1 Recommended Gasoline Refer to Fuel Section Recommended Oil Refer to Fuel Section Gear Case Lubricant Capacity 14 68 fl oz 440ml Battery Rating 465 Marine Cranking Amps MCA or 350 Cold Cranking Amps CCA COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 1 Water Pump Indicator Hole Bottom Cowl Drive Shaft Housing Anti Ventilation Plate Trim Tab Tilt Lock Lever Steering Friction Adjustment Non Tiller Handle Models 9 Transom Brackets SE 10 10 Case 11 Shallow Water Drive Trailering Le ver Non Power Trim 12 Secondary Cooling Water Intake 13 Shift Handle 14 Throttle Friction Adjustment Knob 15 Lanyard Stop Switch 16 Steering Friction Adjustment Le ver Tiller Handle Models 17 Tilt Up Lock Pin 18 Primary Cooling Water Intake 90 10116R40 INSTALLATION INSTALLING OUTBOARD Before operation the outboard must be correctly installed with the re quired mounting hardware as shown Failure to correctly fasten outboard could result in outboard ejecting off boat transom causing serious injury death or property damage We strongly recommend that your dealer install your outboard and related accessories to ensure proper installation and good performance If you install the outboard yourself follow instructions in the outboard installation manual which is provided with the outboard Models Without T
5. MARINE POWER EUROPE Inc Parc Industriel de Petit Rechain B 4800 VERVIERS BELGIUM Declares that the product detailed below has been manufactured in accordance with the requirements of Annex B Module D Production Quality Assurance system as approved by Lloyd s Register Notified Body n5 0038 to conform to type as described in the following EC Type Examination Certificate as issued by Lloyd s Register Notified Body n5 0038 in accordance with Annex B Module B In addition the product detailed below bears the conformity mark ship s wheel mark on the transom bracket Certificate N MED0050424 MED0050421 Issued November 17 2000 Issued November 17 2000 Product Reference MERCURY 40 MARINER 40 all versions all versions Product description Rescue Boat Propulsion Engine J BRONCHART General Manager IMPORTANT NOTICE In accordance with the above mentioned certificate 1 Each engine shall be fitted with the manufacturer s recommended propeller which when fitted to a rescue boat shall also be fitted with a guard THE PROPELLER MAY NOT BE SUPPLIED AS FACTORY STANDARD EQUIPMENT THE PROPELLER GUARD IS NOT SUPPLIED AS FACTORY STANDARD EQUIPMENT 2 When supplied for use on Fast Rescue Boats on Ro ro Passenger ships to which IMO MSC Circ 809 Annex applies for compliance with Annex paragraph 4 1 8 the engine is to be equipped with the facilities necessary to enable it to be re started following a capsize
6. of OPERATION EMERGENCY STARTING MANUAL START MODELS To prevent getting an electrical shock DO NOT touch any ignition com ponent wiring or spark plug wire when starting or running the engine The exposed moving flywheel can cause serious injury Keep your hands hair clothing tools and other objects away from engine when starting or running the engine Do not attempt to reinstall a flywheel cover rewind starter assembly or top cowl when engine is running 4 Remote Control Models Move ON OFF switch to the ON position 5 Place the starter rope knot into the flywheel notch and wind the rope clockwise around the flywheel 6 If engine is cold push in the fuel primer button 4 to 6 times 7 Pull the starter to start the engine MAINTENANCE OUTBOARD CARE To keep your outboard in the best operating condition it is important that your outboard receive the periodic inspections and maintenance listed in the Inspection and Maintenance Schedule We urge you to keep it maintained properly to ensure the safety of you and your passengers and retain its dependability oh Neglected inspection and maintenance service of your outboard or at tempting to perform maintenance or repair on your outboard if you are not familiar with the correct service and safety procedures could cause personal injury death or product failure Record maintenance performed in Maintenance Log at the back of this book Save all mainte
7. 11 Checking Power Trim Fluid ears 23 A _ Trailering Boat Outboard Models Without Power Trim 11 Submerged Outboard EEN 24 Trailering Boat Outboard Models With Power Trim 11 Transporting Portable Fuel lt 12 TER Storage Preparation 24 Gasoline Recommendations 12 Oil Recommendation 12 Troubleshooting Fuel And Oil Ratio BEE 12 Troubleshoot a NW roubleshooting doit eee os Mixing Gasoline e Local Repair Service 25 Filling Oil Injection System EE 12 Service Away From 25 Filling Fuel Tank eee 12 Parts and Accessories Inquiries 25 Service Assistance 25 Features amp Controls Mercury Marine Service Offices 25 Remote Control Features 13 Maintenance Log Warning System Electric Start 13 Warning Horn System Manual Start 13 Maintenance EEN 25 ic sa mes peer Aen ke The description and specifications contained her
8. uso e manutenzione per tutti i dettagli sulla garanzia oWillkommen an Bord Sorgfaltige Behandlung und regelm iger Kundendienst sind eine wichtige Voraussetzung um die dauernde Funktionstuchtigkeitlhres Mercury Motors zu erhalten um seine Maximalleistung und Wirtschaftlichkeit nutzen zu k nnen Die beigefugte Eigner Registrierkarte ist Ihr Schlussel den ungetrubten Familienspa Bitte informieren sie sich anhand der Bedienuingsanleitung und Kundendienst und Gewahrlestungsinformation Uber die Einzelheiten der Garantiebestimmungen CE Bienvenido a bordo El cuidado y mantenimiento adecuado de su motor Mercury es de gran importancia si desea conseguir las mejores prestaciones por tanto el maximo rendimiento menor consumo de combustible La Tarjeta de Venta adjunta es su seguro de diversion familiar sin problemas Para mas informacion sobre la cobertura de la garantia consulte el Manual de Uso Mantenimiento Aboard CPO Bem vindo a bordo Para que o seu motor Mercury tenha uma boa efici ncia um maior rendimento e economia s o necess rios cuidados adequados e uma manuten o regular O cart o de registro de propriedade anexo a sua chave para o divertimento familiar liver de problemos Queira consultar o seu Manual de Opera o e Manuten o que lhe fornece todos os detalhes sobre a garantia do seu motor Velkommen ombord Omhyggelig og regelm ssig pleje er en vigtig ting for
9. 3 Generally improve the ride in choppy water 4 Increase steering torque or pull to the right with the normal right hand rotation propeller 5 In excess lower the bow of some boats to a point at which they begin to plow with their bow in the water while on plane This can result in an unexpected turn in either direction called bow steering or over steering if any turn is attempted or if a significant wave is encountered POWER TRIM AND TILT CONTINUED Power Trim Operation continued Avoid possible serious injury or death Adjust outboard to an intermedi ate trim position as soon as boat is on plane to avoid possible ejection due to boat spin out Do not attempt to turn boat when on plane if out board is trimmed extremely in or down and there is a pull on the steering wheel or tiller handle 6 In rare circumstances the owner may decide to limit the trim in This can be accomplished by repositioning the tilt stop pins into whatever adjustment holes in the transom brackets is desired Trimming Out or Up can 1 Lift the bow higher out of the water 2 Generally increase top speed 3 Increase clearance over submerged objects or a shallow bottom 4 Increase steering torque or pull to the left at a normal installation height with the normal right hand rotation propeller In excess cause boat porpoising bouncing or propeller ventilation 6 Cause engine overheating if any cooling water intake hol
10. Models Lubricate through fitting Move the steering friction lever back and forth while lubricating Lubricate threads on transom clamp screws if equipped 6 Shift Handle Tiller Handle Models Lubricate through fittings 90 10116R40 23 oho43 LUBRICATION POINTS CONTINUED T Steering Cable Grease Fitting If Equipped Rotate steering wheel to fully retract the steering cable end a into the outboard tilt tube Lubricate through fitting b The end of the steering cable must be fully retracted into the outboard tilt tube before adding lubricant Adding lubricant to steering cable when ful ly extended could cause steering cable to become hydraulically locked An hydraulically locked steering cable will cause loss of steering control possibly resulting in serious injury or death Lubricate Point 8 with light weight oil 8 Steering Link Rod Pivot Points Lubricate points CHECKING POWER TRIM FLUID H Tilt outboard to the full up position and engage the tilt support lock 10 Remove fill cap and check fluid level The fluid level should be even with the bottom of the fill hole Add Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants Power Trim amp Steering Fluid If not available use automotive ATF automatic transmission fluid ohq14 GEAR CASE LUBRICATION When adding or changing gear case lubricant visually check for the presence of water in the lubricant
11. Operation and Maintenance Manual must be timely performed in order to maintain warranty coverage If this maintenance is performed by the retail customer Mercury Marine reserves the right to make future warranty coverage contingent on proof of proper maintenance WHAT MERCURY WILL DO Mercury s sole and exclusive obligation under this warranty is limited to at our option repairing a defective part replacing such part or parts with new or Mercury Marine certified re manufactured parts or refunding the purchase price of the Mercury product Mercury reserves the right to improve or modify products from time to time without assuming an obligation to modify products previously manufactured HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE The customer must provide Mercury with a reasonable opportunity to repair and reasonable access to the product for warranty service Warranty claims shall be made by delivering the product for inspection to a Mercury dealer authorized to service the product If purchaser cannot deliver the product to such a dealer written notice must be given to Mercury We will then arrange for the inspection and any covered repair Purchaser in that case shall pay for all related transportation charges and or travel time If the service provided is not covered by this warranty purchaser shall pay for all related laborand material and any other expenses associated with that service Purchaser shall not unless requested by Mercury shipthe p
12. Power Trim Operation With most boats operating around the middle of the range will give satisfactory results However to take full advantage of the trimming capability there may be times when you choose to trim your outboard all the way in or out Along with an improvement in some performance aspects comes a greater responsibility for the operator and this is being aware of some potential control hazards ogc3 POWER TRIM AND TILT CONTINUED Power Trim Operation continued The most significant control hazard is a pull or torque that can be felt on the steering wheel or tiller handle This steering torque results from the outboard being trimmed so that the propeller shaft is not parallel to the water surface 90 10116R40 Avoid possible serious injury or death When the outboard is trimmed in or out beyond a neutral steering condition a pull on the steering wheel or tiller handle in either direction may result Failure to keep a continuous firm grip on the steering wheel or tiller handle when this condition exists can result in loss of boat control as the outboard can turn freely The boat can now spin out or go into a very tight maximum turn which if unex pected can result in occupants being thrown within the boat or out of the boat Consider the following lists carefully Trimming In or Down Can 1 Lower the bow 2 Result in quicker planing off especially with a heavy load or a stern heavy boat
13. adjustments 12 Remove engine deposits with Mercury Precision or Quicksilver Power Tune Engine Cleaner 13 Check tightness of bolts nuts and other fasteners Every 300 Hours of Use or Three Years 1 Replace water pump impeller more often if overheating occurs or reduced water pressure is noted Before Periods of Storage 1 Refer to Storage procedure page 24 These items should be serviced by an authorized dealer 90 10116R40 MAINTENANCE FLUSHING THE COOLING SYSTEM Flush the internal water passages of the outboard with fresh water after each use in salt polluted or muddy water This will help prevent a buildup of deposits from clogging the internal water passages Use a Mercury Precision or Quicksilver accessory or equivalent flushing attachment To avoid possible injury when flushing remove the propeller Refer to Propeller Replacement Remove propeller refer to Propeller Replacement Install the flushing attachment so the rubber cups fit tightly over the cooling water intake holes N Attach a water hose to the flushing attachment Turn on the water and adjust the flow so water is leaking around the rubber cups to ensure the engine receives an adequate supply of cooling water Start the engine and run at idle speed in neutral shift position Adjust water flow if necessary so excess water continues leaking out from around the rubber cups to ensure the engine is receiving a
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15. cleaner are preferred for added internal engine cleanliness Leaded gasoline is acceptable in areas where unleaded gasoline is not available Alcohol in Gasoline We do not recommend the use of gasoline which contains alcohol because of the possible adverse effect the alcohol may have on the fuel system In general if only gasoline containing alcohol is available it must not contain more than 10 ethanol or 5 methanol and the addition of a Water Separating Fuel Filter is recommended If gasoline containing alcohol is used or if you suspect the presence of alcohol in your gasoline increase your inspection of the fuel system visually checking for fuel leaks or abnormalities Gasoline containing alcohol may cause the following problems to your outboard and fuel system e Corrosion of metal parts e Deterioration of elastomers and plastic parts e Wear and damage of internal engine parts e Starting and operating difficulties e Vapor lock or fuel starvation Some of these adverse effects are due to the tendency of gasoline containing alcohol to absorb moisture from the air resulting in a phase of water and alcohol which separates from the gasoline in the fuel tank The adverse effects of alcohol are more severe with methanol and are worse with increasing content of alcohol OIL RECOMMENDATION Mercury or Quicksilver Premium TC W3 2 cycle oil is recommended for your engine For added protection and lubrication Mercury
16. first put into service whichever occurs first Commercial users of these products receive warranty coverage of one 1 years from the date of first retail sale or the accumulation of 500 hours of operation whichever occurs first Commercial use is defined as any work or employment related use of the product or any use of the product which generates income for any part of the warranty period even if the product is only occasionally used for such purposes The repair or replacement of parts or the performance of service under this warranty does not extend the life of this warranty beyond its original expiration date Unexpired warranty coverage can be transferred to a subsequent purchaser upon proper re registration of the product CONDITIONS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE Warranty coverage is available only to retail customers that purchase from a Dealer authorized by Mercury Marine to distribute the product in the country in which the sale occurred and then only after the Mercury Marine specified pre delivery inspection process is completed and documented Warranty coverage becomes available upon proper registration of the product by the authorized dealer Inaccurate warranty registration information regarding recreational use or subsequent change of use from recreational to commercial unless properly re registered may void the warranty at the sole discretion of Mercury Marine Routine maintenance outlined in the
17. levels to exceed their predetermined factory specifications INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Before Each Use 1 Check that lanyard stop switch stops the engine Visually inspect the fuel system for deterioration or leaks Check outboard for tightness on transom Check steering system for binding or loose components Remote Control Models Visually check steering link rod fasteners for proper tightness page 22 6 Check propeller blades for damage After Each Use 1 Flush out the outboard cooling system if operating in salt or polluted water page 21 2 Wash off all salt deposits and flush out the exhaust outlet of the propeller and gear case with fresh water if operating in salt water Every 100 Hours of Use or Once yearly Whichever occurs first 1 Lubricate all lubrication points Lubricate more frequently when used in salt water page 21 Inspect and clean spark plugs page 23 Check engine fuel filter for contaminants page 21 Adjust carburetor s if required Check engine timing setup D a VN Check corrosion control anodes Check more frequently when used in salt water page 22 These items should be serviced an authorized dealer Every 100 Hours of Use or Once yearly Whichever occurs first 7 Drain and replace gear case lubricant page 23 8 Lubricate splines on the drive shaft 9 Check power trim fluid page 23 10 Inspect battery page 21 11 Check control cable
18. manual venting type tanks 2 3 Connect the fuel line to the outboard 4 Squeeze the fuel line primer bulb several times until it feels firm 5 Set the lanyard stop switch to RUN position Read the Lanyard Stop Switch safety explanation and Warning in the General Information Section 6 Shift outboard to neutral N position 90 10116R40 17 ofq9 STARTING THE ENGINE ELECTRIC START REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 7 Models without power trim Position the tilt lock lever down to the lock position Models without power trim Before operating the outboard must be locked in its tilt position Failure to lock the outboard in its tilt position could result in the outboard lifting out of the water when operating in re verse resulting in possible loss of boat control Loss of boat control can result in serious injury death or boat damage 8 If engine is cold advance the fast idle lever a or throttle only feature b to an approximate halfway 1 2 setting After engine start up immediately adjust neutral fast idle setting so engine speed drops below 2000 RPM Return back to normal idle speed after engine is warmed up H Turn ignition key to START position and start the engine If engine is cold push in on key to prime the engine while cranking If engine fails to start in ten seconds wait 30 seconds and try again If engine begins to stall re prime push key in until engine is running smoothly Note St
19. position 3 Remove flywheel cover 90 10116R40 To prevent getting an electrical shock DO NOT touch any ignition com ponent wiring or spark plug wire when starting or running the engine The exposed moving flywheel can cause serious injury Keep your hands hair clothing tools and other objects away from engine when starting or running the engine Do not attempt to reinstall a flywheel cover rewind starter assembly or top cowl when engine is running If engine is cold hold the fuel primer button in and pump up the fuel pressure with the fuel line primer bulb 5 Place the starter rope knot into the flywheel notch and wind the rope clockwise around the flywheel 6 Pull the starter rope to start the engine EMERGENCY STARTING MANUAL START MODELS If the starter system fails use the spare starter rope provided and follow procedure 1 Shift outboard to neutral position When using emergency starter rope to start engine the start in gear protection provided by the remote control is inoperative Make sure to set the outboard gear shift into neutral to prevent outboard from starting in gear Sudden unexpected acceleration could result in serious injury or death 2 If starter rope is intact pull rope out of the rewind housing and tie a knot a in the rope as shown Remove retainer b from end of rope and untie the retainer knot 3 Remove the rewind starter
20. system or tilt support pin to maintain proper ground clearance for trailering The outboard tilt support pin is not intended to support the outboard for trailering Shift the outboard to forward gear This prevents the propeller from spinning freely TRANSPORTING TRANSPORTING PORTABLE FUEL TANKS Manual venting Type Fuel Tank 1 Close fuel tank air vent when transporting tank This will prevent escape of fuel or vapors from tank Auto venting Type Fuel Tank 2 Disconnect the remote fuel line from tank This will close the air vent and prevent escape of fuel or vapors from tank Install tether cap a over the fuel line connector stem b This will protect the connector stem from being accidently pushed in thus allowing fuel or vapor to escape Avoid serious injury or death from a gasoline fire or explosion Follow portable fuel tank transporting instructions Transport the fuel tank in a well ventilated area away from open flame or sparks oe FUEL amp OIL GASOLINE RECOMMENDATIONS United States and Canada Use a major brand of automotive unleaded gasoline with a minimum posted octane rating of 87 Mid grade automotive gasolines that contain fuel injector cleaner are preferred for added internal engine cleanliness Leaded gasoline is recommended International Use a major brand of automotive unleaded gasoline with a minimum posted octane rating of 9ORON Automotive gasolines that contain fuel injector
21. the starter engage then pull rapidly to crank the engine Allow rope to return slowly Repeat until engine starts If engine begins to stall reprime until engine is running smoothly 1 12 Electric Starting Models Turn ignition key to START position and start the engine If engine is cold push in on key to prime the engine while cranking If engine fails to start in ten seconds wait 30 seconds and try again If engine begins to stall re prime push key in until engine is running smoothly RAPID ACCELERATION HAZARD Before shifting your outboard from neutral into gear decrease engine speed to slow This will prevent a rapid acceleration that can cause people in the boat to be thrown from their seats or out of the boat causing injury or death STARTING THE ENGINE TILLER HANDLE MODELS AND MANUAL START REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 13 Check for a steady stream of water flowing out of the water pump indicator hole IMPORTANT If no water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole stop engine and check cooling water intake for obstruction No obstruction may indicate a water pump failure or blockage in the cooling system These conditions will cause the engine to overheat Have the outboard checked by your dealer Operating the engine while overheated may cause serious engine damage 90 10116R40 OPERATION ofj4 GEAR SHIFTING IMPORTANT Observe the following e Never shift outboard into gear unless engine speed i
22. wax often using marine cleaners and waxes MAINTENANCE STEERING LINK ROD FASTENERS IMPORTANT The steering link rod that connects the steering cable to the engine must be fastened using special washer head bolt a Part Number 10 14000 and self locking nylon insert locknuts b amp c Part Number 11 34863 These locknuts must never be replaced with common nuts non locking as they will work loose and vibrate off freeing the link rod to disengage Disengagement of a steering link rod can result in the boat taking a full sudden sharp turn This potentially violent action can cause occupants to be thrown overboard exposing them to serious injury or death Assemble steering link rod to steering cable with two flat washers d and nylon insert locknut b Part Number 11 34863 Tighten locknut b until it seats then back nut off 1 4 turn Assemble steering link rod to engine with special washer head bolt a Part Number 10 14000 self locking nylon insert locknut c Part Number 11 34863 and spacer e Part Number 12 71970 First torque bolt a to 20 Ib ft 27 N m then torque locknut to 20 Ib ft 27 N m FUSE REPLACEMENT ELECTRIC START MODELS IMPORTANT Always carry spare SFE 20 AMP fuses The electric starting circuit is protected from overload by an SFE 20 AMP fuse If the fuse is blown the electric starter motor will not operate T
23. GAL RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND COUNTRY TO COUNTRY 90 10116R40 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY AGAINST CORROSION FAILURE WHAT IS COVERED Mercury Marine warrants each new Mercury outboard Mariner outboard Mercury Racing Jet Products Thruster Electric Motor Mercury Racing Tracker by Mercury Marine Outboard Mercruiser Inboard or sterndrive engine Product rendered inoperative as a direct result of corrosion for the period of time described below DURATION OF COVERAGE This limited corrosion warranty provides coverage for three 3 years from the date the product is first sold or the date on which the product is first put into service whichever occurs first The repair or replacement of parts or the performanceof service under this warranty does not extend the life of this warranty beyond its original expiration date Unexpired warrantycoverage can be transferred to subsequent noncommercial use purchaser upon proper re registration of the product CONDITIONS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE Warranty coverage is available only to retail customers that purchase from a Dealer authorized by Mercury Marine to distribute the product in the country in which the sale occurred and then only after the Mercury Marine specified pre deliveryinspection process is completed and documented Warranty coverage becomes available upon proper registration of theproduct by the authorized dealer Corrosion prevention
24. IFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVEOTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND COUNTRY TO COUNTRY OU WARRANTY INFORMATION WARRANTY COVERAGE AND EXCLUSIONS The purpose of this section is to help eliminate some of the more common misunderstandings regarding warranty coverage The following information explains some of the types of services that are not covered by warranty The provisions set forth following have been incorporated by reference into the Three Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Failure the International Limited Outboard Warranty and the United States and Canada Limited Outboard Warranty Keep in mind that warranty covers repairs that are needed within the warranty period because of defects in material and workmanship Installation errors accidents normal wear and a variety of other causes that affect the product are not covered Warranty is limited to defects in material or workmanship but only when the consumer sale is made in the country to which distribution is authorized by us Should you have any questions concerning warranty coverage contact your authorized dealer They will be pleased to answer any questions that you may have General exclusions from warranty 1 Minor adjustments and tune ups including checking cleaning or adjusting spark plugs ignition components carburetor settings filters belts controls and checking lubrication made in connection with normal service
25. If water is present it may have settled to the bottom and will drain out prior to the lubricant or it may be mixed with the lubricant giving it a milky colored appearance If water is noticed have the gear case checked by your dealer Water in the lubricant may result in premature bearing failure or in freezing temperatures will turn to ice and damage the gear case Examine the drained gear case lubricant for metal particles A small amount of fine metal particles indicates normal gear wear An excessive amount of metal filings or larger particles chips may indicate abnormal gear wear and should be checked by an authorized dealer Draining Gear Case 1 Place outboard in a vertical operating position 2 Place a drain pan below outboard 3 Remove vent plug and fill drain plug and drain lubricant ohv4 Gear Case Lubricant Capacity Gear case lubricant capacity is approximately 14 68 fl oz 440 ml 0101 Gear Case Lubricant Recommendation Mercury or Quicksilver Premium or High Performance gear Lube oh MAINTENANCE Checking Gear Case Lubricant Level and Refilling Gear Case 1 Place outboard in a vertical operating position 2 Remove vent plug a 3 lubricant tube b into the fill hole and add lubricant until it appears at the vent hole c IMPORTANT Replace sealing washers if damaged 4 Stop adding lubricant Install the vent plug and sealing washer a before
26. MODELS WITHOUT POWER TRIM Tilting Outboard to Full Up Position 1 Stop the engine 2 Push the tilt lock lever up to the release position a hold of the top cowl grip and raise outboard to the full up position 4 Push in the tilt support pin c Lower the outboard to rest on the tilt support pin Lowering Outboard Down To Run Position 5 Raise outboard slightly and pull out the tilt support pin Lower the outboard 6 Move the tilt lock lever down to the lock position b SHALLOW WATER OPERATION MODELS WITHOUT POWER TRIM The shallow water drive feature on the outboard allows you to position the outboard at a higher tilt angle to prevent hitting bottom IMPORTANT While in shallow water operate the outboard at slow speed and keep the cooling water intake submerged Engaging Shallow Water Drive 1 Reduce engine speed to idle 2 Push the tilt lock lever up to the release position a 3 Rotate knob to engage the shallow water drive bracket 4 Take hold of the top cowl grip and raise outboard to enable the shallow water drive bracket d to swing down 5 Lower the outboard to rest on the shallow water drive bracket 6 Move the tilt lock lever down to the lock position b Releasing Outboard From Shallow Water Drive Position 7 Push the tilt lock lever up to the release position 8 Raise outboard slightly and rotate knob c to disengage the shallow water drive bracket d Lower the outboard
27. THESE FACILITIES ARE NOT SUPPLIED AS FACTORY STANDARD EQUIPMENT lt 90 10116R40 TABLE OF CONTENTS Pre staning Check List 16 Operating In Freezing Temperatures 16 We REESEN e Operating In Salt Water Or Polluted Water 16 Warranty aaaea 2 Mercury Marine Two Years Limited 3 Operating At High Elevations 16 Mercury Marine ONE Year Limited Warranty Engine Break in Procedure 17 Confederation of Independent States Middle East Africa 4 Starting The Engine Electric Start Remote Control Models 17 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Failure 5 Starting The Engine Tiller Handle Models And Manual Warranty Coverage and exclusions 6 Start Remote Control Models 18 19 Stopping The Engine All Models 19 Boaters Responsibilities EEN 7 Emergency Starting Electric Start Models 19 Before Operating Your Outboard 7 Emergency Starting Manual Start 19 Boat Horsepower Capacity zg Ar Seege deg 7 High speed And High performance Boat Operation 7 Ou
28. Welco Proper care and regular maintenance is an important part in Keeping your Mercury Product operating at peak efficien cy for maximum performance and economy The enclosed Owner s Registration Card is your key to trouble free family fun Refer to your Operation and Maintenance Manual for full details of your warranty coverage Bienvenue a bord Il convient de prendre soin de son mat riel Mercury et de entretenir r guli rement de pr server des performaces et un rendement optimaux La carte d inscription du propri tion propri taire ci include vous garanitit des loisirs en famille sans soucis Reportez vous au manuel d utilisation et de maintenance pour obtenir de plus amples informations sur votre garantie M Welkom aan boord Een juiste behandeling en regelmatig onderhoud zijn een belangrijk gegeven om uw Mercury product optimaal te laten fungeren voor maximum prestaties en economisch gebruik De bijgesloten eigenaars Registratiekaart is de sleutel tot probleemloos vaarplezier Raadpleeg uw Operation and Maintenance Manual voor een volledige beschrijving van gebruik en onderhoud Cl Benvenuti a bordo Un uso appropriato ed una manutenzione regolare sono garanzia di perfetta efficienza del vostro prodotto Mercury per ottenere il massimo rendimento con consumi ottimali L accluso tagliando di registrazione la chiave per risolvere i problemi tecnici ove si presentassero Consultate il manuale d
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30. arting Flooded Engine Advance the fast idle lever or throttle only feature to the full maximum position Without activating primer crank engine for 10 seconds Wait 30 seconds and repeat until engine starts Immediately start to reduce engine speed after engine starts STARTING THE ENGINE ELECTRIC START REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 10 Check for a steady stream of water flowing out of the water pump indicator hole IMPORTANT If no water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole stop engine and check cooling water intake holes for obstruction No obstruction may indicate a water pump failure or blockage in the cooling system These conditions will cause the engine to overheat Have the outboard checked by your dealer Operating the engine while overheated will cause engine damage OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE TILLER HANDLE MODELS AND MANUAL START REMOTE CONTROL MODELS Before starting read the Pre Starting Check List Special Operating Instructions and Engine Break in Procedure on the first three pages in the Operation Section Never start or run your outboard even momentarily without water circu lating through all the cooling water intake holes in the gear case to pre vent damage to the water pump running dry or overheating of the en gine Lower the outboard to the run position Make sure all the cooling water intake holes are submerged Open fuel tank vent screw in filler cap on manual ven
31. ater in bilge Boat bottom is dirty or damaged BATTERY WILL NOT HOLD CHARGE Possible Causes Battery connections are loose or corroded Low electrolyte level in battery Worn out or inefficient battery Excessive use of electrical accessories Defective rectifier alternator or voltage regulator 90 10116R40 25 OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE LOCAL REPAIR SERVICE Always return your outboard to your local authorized dealer should the need for service arise Only he has the certified mechanics knowledge special tools and equipment and the genuine parts and accessories to properly service your engine should the need occur He knows your engine best SERVICE AWAY FROM HOME If you are away from your local dealer and the need arises for service contact the nearest authorized dealer Refer to the Yellow Pages of the telephone directory If for any reason you cannot obtain service contact the nearest Mercury Marine International Marine Power Service Office PARTS AND ACCESSORIES INQUIRES All inquiries concerning genuine replacement parts and accessories should be directed to your local authorized dealer The dealer has the necessary information to order parts and accessories for you When inquiring on parts and accessories the dealer requires the model and serial number to order the correct parts SERVICE ASSISTANCE Your satisfaction with your outboard product is very important to your dealer and to us If you ever have a p
32. can lead to unconsciousness brain damage or death Good Ventilation Ventilate passenger area open side curtains or forward hatches to remove fumes 1 Example of desired air flow through the boat Poor Ventilation Under certain running and or wind conditions permanently enclosed or canvas enclosed cabins or cockpits with insufficient ventilation may draw in carbon monoxide Install one or more carbon monoxide detectors in your boat Although the occurrence is rare on a very calm day swimmers and passengers in an unclosed area of a stationary boat that contains or is near a running engine may be exposed to a hazardous level of carbon monoxide 2 Examples of Poor Ventilation While boat is stationary a Running the engine when the boat is moored in a confined space b Mooring close to another boat that has its engine running While boat is moving c Running the boat with the trim angle of the bow too high d Running the boat with no forward hatches open station wagon effect SELECTING ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR OUTBOARD Genuine Mercury Precision or Quicksilver Accessories have been specifically designed and tested for your outboard These accessories are avialable from Mercury Marine dealers Some accessories not manufactured or sold by Mercury Marine are not designed to be safely used with your outboard or outboard operating system Acquire and read the installation operation and maintenance manuals for all y
33. d for such use This includes backs of seats gunwales transom bow decks raised fishing seats any rotating fishing seat anywhere that sudden unexpected acceleration sudden stopping unexpected loss of boat control or sudden boat movement could cause a person to be thrown overboard or into the boat Never be under the influence of alcohol or drugs while boating it is the law They impair your judgment and greatly reduce your ability to react quickly Prepare other boat operators Instruct at least one person on board in the basics of starting and operating the outboard and boat handling in case the driver becomes disabled or falls overboard Passenger boarding Stop the engine whenever passengers are boarding unloading or are near the back stern of the boat Just shifting the outboard into neutral is not sufficient Be alert The operator of the boat is responsible by law to maintain a proper lookout by sight and hearing The operator must have an unobstructed view particularly to the front No passengers load or fishing seats should block the operators view when operating the boat above idle speed Never drive your boat directly behind a water skier in case the skier falls As an example your boat traveling at 25 miles per hour 40 km hr in 5 seconds will overtake a fallen skier who was 200 feet 61m in front of you Watch fallen skiers When using your boat for water skiing or similar activities always keep a fallen or do
34. daring high speed boat maneuvers While activation of the lanyard stop switch will stop the engine immediately a boat will continue to coast for some distance depending upon the velocity and degree of any turn at shut down However the boat will not complete a full circle While the boat is coasting it can cause injury to anyone in the boat s path as seriously as the boat would when under power We strongly recommend that other occupants be instructed on proper starting and operating procedures should they be required to operate the engine in an emergency e g if the operator is accidentally ejected Should the operator fall out of the boat the possibility of serious injury or death from being run over by the boat can be greatly reduced by stop ping the engine immediately Always properly connect both ends of the stop switch lanyard to the stop switch and the operator Accidental or unintended activation of the switch during normal operation is also a possibility This could cause any or all of the following potentially hazardous situations 1 Occupants could be thrown forward due to unexpected loss of forward motion a particular concern for passengers in the front of the boat who could be ejected over the bow and possibly struck by the gear case or propeller 2 Loss of power and directional control in heavy seas strong current or high winds 3 Loss of control when docking Avoid serious injury or death from d
35. ddress The distributor dealer also certifies that you are the original purchaser and user of the product copy of the Warranty Registration Card designated as the Purchaser s Copy MUST be given to you immediately after the card has been completely filled out by the selling distributor dealer This card represents your factory registration identification and should be retained by you for future use when required Should you ever require warranty service on this product your dealer may ask you for the Warranty Registration Card to verify date of purchase and to use the information on the card to prepare the warranty claim form s 4 In some countries the Marine Power Service Center will issue you a permanent plastic Warranty Registration Card within 30 days after receiving the Factory Copy of the Warranty Registration Card from your distributor dealer If you receive a plastic Warranty Registration Card may discard the Purchaser s Copy that you received from the distributor dealer when you purchased the product Ask your distributor dealer if this plastic card program applies to you 5 For further information concerning the Warranty Registration Card and its relationship to Warranty Claim processing refer to the International Warranty IMPORTANT Registration lists must be maintained by the factory and dealer in some countries by law It is our desire to have ALL products registered at the factor
36. devices specified in the Operation and Maintenance Manual mustbe in use on the boat and routine maintenance outlined in the Operation and Maintenance Manual must be timely per formed including without limitation the replacement of sacrificial anodes use of specified lubricants and touch up of nicksand scratches in order to maintain warranty coverage If this maintenance is performed by the retail customer MercuryMarine reserves the right to make future warranty coverage contingent on proof of proper maintenance WHAT MERCURY WILL DO Mercury s sole and exclusive obligation under this warranty is limited to at our option repairing a corroded part replacing such part or parts with new or Mercury Marine certified re manufactured parts or refunding the purchase price of the Mercuryproduct Mercury reserves the right to improve or modify products from time to time without assuming an obligationto modify products previously manufactured HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE The customer must provide Mercury with a reasonable opportunity to repair and reasonable access to the product for warranty service Warranty claims shall be made by delivering the product for inspection to a Mercury dealer authorizedto service the product If purchaser cannot deliver the product to such a dealer written notice must be given to Mercury We will then arrange for the inspection and any covered repair Purchaser in that case shall pay for all related transportat
37. down H Move the tilt lock lever down to the lock position b SETTING THE OPERATING ANGLE OF YOUR OUTBOARD MODELS WITHOUT POWER TRIM The vertical operating angle of your outboard is adjusted by changing the position of the tilt pin a in the five adjustment holes provided Proper adjustment allows the boat to run stable achieve optimum performance and minimize steering effort Note Refer to lists on the following page when adjusting the operating angle of your outboard The tilt pin should be adjusted so the outboard is positioned to run perpendicular to the water when the boat is running at full speed This allows the boat to be driven parallel to the water Arrange passengers and load in the boat so the weight is distributed evenly 1 Too Much Angle Stern Down Bow Up 2 Not Enough Angle Stern Up Bow Down 3 Angle Adjusted Properly Bow Slightly Up 90 10116R40 09 FEATURES amp CONTROLS Consider the following lists carefully when adjusting the operating angle of your outboard Adjusting the outboard close to the boat transom can 1 Lower the bow 2 Result in quicker planing off especially with a heavy load or a stern heavy boat 3 Generally improve the ride in choppy water 4 Increase steering torque or pull to the right with the normal right hand rotation propeller 5 In excess lower the bow of some boats to a point at which they begin to plow with their bow in the water whi
38. e Models With Oil Injection Engine Break in Fuel Mixture Use a 50 1 2 gasoline oil mixture in the first tank of fuel Use of this fuel mixture combined with oil from the oil injection system will supply adequate lubrication during engine break in Engine Break in Procedure Vary the throttle setting during the first hour of operation During the first hour of operation avoid remaining at a constant speed for more than two minutes and avoid sustained wide open throttle Models Without Oil Injection Engine Break in Fuel Mixture Use a 25 1 4 gasoline oil mixture in the first tank of fuel Engine Break in Procedure Vary the throttle setting during the first hour of operation During the first hour of operation avoid remaining at a constant speed for more than two minutes and avoid sustained wide open throttle es gt STARTING THE ENGINE ELECTRIC START REMOTE CONTROL MODELS Before starting read the Pre Starting Check List Special Operating Instructions and Engine Break in Procedure on the first three pages in the Operation Section Never start or run your outboard even momentarily without water circu lating through all the cooling water intake holes in the gear case to pre vent damage to the water pump running dry or overheating of the en gine 1 Lower the outboard to the run position Make sure all the cooling water intake holes are submerged Open fuel tank vent screw in filler cap on
39. e accepted without presentation of this card 4 Atemporary Owner Warranty Registration Card will be presented to you when you purchase the product It is valid only for 30 days from date of sale while your plastic Owner Warranty Registration Card is being processed Should your product need service during this period present the temporary registration card to the dealer He will attach it to your warranty claim form 5 Because of your selling dealer s continuing personal interest in your satisfaction the product should be returned to him for warranty service 6 If your plastic card is not received within 30 days from date of new product sale please contact your selling dealer 7 The limited warranty is not effective until the product is registered at the factory Note Registration lists must be maintained by factory and dealer on marine products sold in the United States should notification under the Federal Boat Safety Act be required WARRANTY REGISTRATION Outside The United States And Canada 1 Itis important that your selling dealer fills out the Warranty Registration Card completely and mails it to the distributor or Marine Power Service Center responsible for administering the warranty registration claim program for your area 2 The Warranty Registration Card identifies your name and address product model and serial number s date of sale type of use and the selling distributor s dealer s code number name and a
40. eceleration forces resulting from ac cidental or unintended stop switch activation The boat operator should never leave the operator s station without first disconnecting the stop switch lanyard from the operator PROTECTING PEOPLE IN THE WATER While You are Cruising It is very difficult for a person standing or floating in the water to take quick action to avoid a boat heading in his her direction even at slow speed Always slow down and exercise extreme caution any time you are boating in an area where there might be people in the water Whenever a boat is moving coasting and the outboard gear shift is in neutral position there is sufficient force by the water on the propeller to cause the propeller to rotate This neutral propeller rotation can cause serious injury While Boat is Stationary Shift outboard into neutral and shut off the engine before allowing people to swim or be in the water near your boat Stop your engine immediately whenever anyone in the water is near your boat Serious injury to the person in the water is likely if contacted by a rotating propeller a moving boat a moving gear case or any solid device rigidly attached to a moving boat or gear case AND DECK BOATS Whenever the boat is in motion observe the location of all the passengers Do not allow any passengers to stand or use seats other than those designated for traveling faster than idle speed beca
41. ection of the Operation and Maintenance Manual neglect accident submersion improper installation proper installation specifications and techniques are set forth in the installation instructions for the product improper service use of an accessory or part not manufactured or sold by us jet pump impellers and liners operation with fuels oils or lubricants which are not suitable for use with the product see the Operation and Maintenance Manual alteration or removal of parts or water entering the engine through the fuel intake air intake or exhaust system Use of the product for racing or other competitive activity or operating with a racing type lower unit at any point even by a prior owner of the product voids the warranty Expenses related to haul out launch towing storage telephone rental inconvenience slip fees insurance coverage loan payments loss of time loss of income or any other type of incidental or consequential damages are not covered by this warranty Also expenses associated with the removal and or replacement of boat partitions or material caused by boat design for access to the product are not covered by this warranty No individual or entity including Mercury Marine authorized dealers has been given authority by Mercury Marine to make any affirmation representation or warranty regarding the product other than those contained in this limited warranty and if made shall not be enforceable against Mercu
42. ein were in effect at the time this Tilt Lock Lever Models Without Power Trim 14 manual was approved for printing Mercury Marine whose policy is one of Tilting Outboard Models Without Power Trim 14 continued improvement reserves the right to discontinue models at any time to Shallow Water Operation Models Without Power Trim 14 change specifications designs methods or procedures without notice and without incurring obligation Setting The Operating Angle Of Your Outboard Models Without Power Trim 14 Mercury Marine Fond du Lac Wisconsin U S A Power Trim And Tilt If Equipped 15 2003 Mari DS 5 anp RANGE Eesen We The following are registered trademarks of Brunswick Corporation Auto blend Steering Friction Adjustment fovea Br aay 16 Force Jet Prop Mariner Merc Mercathode MerCruiser Mercury Mercury Ugen ENEE 16 Marine Quicksilver Ride Guide and Thruster 90 10116R40 1 oq WARRANTY INFORMATION TRANSFER OF WARRANTY The limited warranty is transferable to a subsequent purchaser but only for the remainder of the unused portion of the limited warranty This will not apply to products used for commercial applications DIRECT SALE BY OWNER The second owner can be registered as the new owner and retain the un
43. ement parts when making warranty repairs 9 Oils lubricants or fluids changed as a matter of normal maintenance is customer s responsibility unless loss or contamination of same is caused by product failure that would be eligible for warranty consideration 10 Participating in or preparing for racing or other competitive activity or operating with a racing type lower unit 11 Engine noise does not necessarily indicate a serious engine problem If diagnosis indicates a serious internal engine condition which could result a failure condition responsible for noise should be corrected under the warranty 12 Lower unit and or propeller damage caused by striking a submerged object is considered a marine hazard 13 Water entering engine through the fuel intake air intake or exhaust system or submersion 14 Failure of any parts caused by lack of cooling water which results from starting motor out of water foreign material blocking inlet holes motor being mounted too high or trimmed too far out 15 Use of fuels and lubricants which are not suitable for use with or on the product Refer to the Maintenance Section 16 Our limited warranty does not apply to any damage to our products caused by the installation or use of parts and accessories which are not manufactured or sold by us Failures which are not related to the use of those parts or accessories are covered under warranty if they otherwise meet the terms of the limited
44. er leaks Operating a damaged outboard could cause additional damage to other parts of the outboard or could affect control of the boat If continued running is necessary do so at greatly reduced speeds Avoid serious injury or death from loss of boat control Continued boat ing with major impact damage can result in sudden outboard component failure with or without subsequent impacts Have the outboard thorough ly inspected and any necessary repairs made Additional safety instructions for Hand tilled outboards When operating a hand tilled outboard no operator passenger or cargo should occupy the space directly in front of the outboard This space may be violently filled by the outboard if the outboard should kick up from striking an underwater obstacle 90 10116R40 Courtesy of ABYC EXHAUST EMISSIONS Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Carbon monoxide is present in the exhaust fumes of all internal combustion engines including the outboards stern drives and inboard engines that propel boats as well as the generators that power various boat accessories Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas that is odorless colorless and tasteless Early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning which should not be confused with seasickness or intoxication include headache dizziness drowsiness and nausea Avoid the combination of a running engine and poor ventilation Prolonged exposure to carbon monoxide in sufficient concentration
45. er nut retainer A N eh Place a block of wood between gear case and propeller to hold propeller and remove propeller nut 5 Pull propeller straight off shaft If propeller is seized to the shaft and cannot be removed have the propeller removed by an authorized dealer PROPELLER REPLACEMENT CONTINUED 6 Coat the propeller shaft with Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants Anti Corrosion Grease or 2 4 C Marine Lubricant with Teflon IMPORTANT To prevent the propeller hub from corroding and seizing to the propeller shaft especially in salt water always apply a coat of the recommended lubricant to the entire propeller shaft at the recommended maintenance intervals and also each time the propeller is removed 7 Flo Torque Drive Hub Propellers Install forward thrust hub a propeller b propeller nut retainer c and propeller nut d onto the shaft 8 Flo Torque II Drive Hub Propellers Install forward thrust hub a propeller b replaceable drive sleeve c rear thrust hub d propeller nut retainer e and propeller nut f onto the shaft H Place propeller nut retainer over pins a Place a block of wood between gear case and propeller and tighten propeller nut to 55 Ib ft 75 N m aligning flat sides of the propeller nut with tabs on the propeller nut retainer 10Secure propeller nut by bending tabs b up and against the flats on the propeller nut 11 Reinstall spa
46. er passages of your outboard with fresh water after each use in salt or polluted water This will prevent a buildup of deposits from clogging the water passages Refer to Flushing The Cooling System procedure in the Maintenance Section If you keep your boat moored in the water always tilt the outboard so the gear case is completely out of water except in freezing temperature when not in use Wash down the outboard exterior and flush out the exhaust outlet of the propeller and gear case with fresh water after each use Each month spray Mercury Precision or Quicksilver Corrosion Guard on external metal surfaces do not spray on corrosion control anodes as this will reduce the effectiveness of the anodes OPERATING AT HIGH ELEVATIONS Operating your outboard at an elevation higher than 2500 ft 750 m above sea level may require a carburetor jet change and or different pitch propeller Consult your dealer This will reduce the normal performance loss experienced as a result of reduced oxygen in the air causing an overly rich fuel mixture IMPORTANT To prevent serious damage to the engine caused by a lean fuel mixture DO NOT operate your outboard if the jets were changed for high elevation at a lower elevation unless the jets are changed again to correspond to the new elevation 90 10116R40 of OPERATION ENGINE BREAK IN PROCEDURE Severe damage to the engine can result by not complying with the Engine Break in Procedur
47. er to break loose 90 10116R40 11 TRANSPORTING TRAILERING BOAT OUTBOARD MODELS WITHOUT POWER TRIM Trailer your boat with the outboard tilted down vertical operating position H additional ground clearance is required the outboard should be tilted up using the shallow water drive trailering bracket c Additional clearance may be required for railroad crossings driveways and trailer bouncing To Engage Bracket For Trailering 1 Set the tilt lock lever up to the release position a 2 Tilt up the outboard and engage the swallow water drive trailering bracket 3 Lower the outboard onto the bracket 4 Push the tilt lock lever down to the lock position b This will lock the outboard down against the bracket IMPORTANT The tilt lock lever should be used to lock the outboard down when trailering This will prevent the outboard from bouncing and causing possible damage to the outboard Shift the outboard to forward gear This prevents the propeller from spinning freely TRAILERING BOAT OUTBOARD MODELS WITH POWER TRIM Trailer your boat with the outboard tilted down vertical operating position H additional ground clearance is required the outboard should be tilted up using an accessory outboard support device Refer to your local dealer for recommendations Additional clearance may be required for railroad crossings driveways and trailer bouncing IMPORTANT Do not rely on the power trim tilt
48. es are above the water line Tilting Operation To tilt outboard shut off the engine and press the trim tilt switch or auxiliary tilt switch to the up position The outboard will tilt up until the switch is released or it reaches its maximum tilt position 1 Push in the tilt support pin a 2 Lower outboard to rest on the tilt support pin 3 Disengage the tilt support pin by raising the outboard off the support pin and pulling out the support pin Lower the outboard Manual Tilting If the outboard cannot be tilted using the power trim tilt switch the outboard can be manually tilted 4 Turn out the manual tilt release valve 3 turns counterclockwise This allows manual tilting of the outboard Tilt the outboard to the desired position and tighten the manual tilt release valve Note The manual tilt release valve must be tightened before operating the outboard to prevent the outboard from tilting up during reverse operation 09 FEATURES amp CONTROLS POWER TRIM AND TILT CONTINUED Auxiliary Tilt Switch 1 This switch can be used to tilt the outboard up or down using the power trim system Shallow Water Operation When operating your boat in shallow water you can tilt the outboard beyond the maximum trim range to prevent hitting bottom 1 Reduce engine speed below 2000 RPM 2 Tilt outboard up Make sure all the water intake holes stay submerged at all times 3 Operate the engine at slow speed on
49. f the Mercury Precision or Quicksilver remote controls shown If not consult your dealer for a description of the functions and operations of the remote control 1 Control Handle Forward Neutral Reverse 2 Neutral Release Lever Trim Tilt Switch if Equipped Refer to Power Trim Operation 4 Lanyard Stop Switch Read the Lanyard Stop Switch safety explanation and Warning in the General Information Section 5 Lanyard Read the lanyard stop switch safety explanation and warning in the General Information Section 6 Throttle Friction Adjustment Console Controls require cover removal for adjustment T Ignition Key Switch Off On Start Choke 8 Fast Idle Lever Raising lever will increase engine idle speed in neutral Refer to Starting the Engine in the Operation Section 9 Throttle Only Button Pushing in the button will enable you to advance the control handle for increasing engine idle speed without shifting outboard into gear Refer to Starting the Engine in the Operation Section WARNING SYSTEM ELECTRIC START MODELS 1 The outboard warning system incorporates a warning horn inside the boat The warning horn may be located inside the remote control a or under the dash connected to the ignition key switch b On tiller handle models the warning horn is located on the remote key switch panel c The warning horn will emit a continuous beep This will alert the operator to one of two p
50. gine begins to stall quickly sprayQuicksilver or Mercury Precision Storage Seal into carburetor until engine stops from lack of fuel 9 Remove the spark plugs and inject a five second spray of Storage Seal around the inside of each cylinder 10 Rotate the flywheel manually several times to distribute the storage seal in the cylinders Reinstall spark plugs oie1 Gear Case 11 Drain and refill the gear case lubricant refer to maintenance procedure oif3 Positioning Outboard for Storage Store outboard in an upright vertical position to allow water to drain out of outboard If outboard is stored tilted up in freezing temperature trapped cooling water or rain water that may have entered the propeller exhaust outlet in the gear case could freeze and cause damage to the outboard 0191 Battery Storage 1 Follow the battery manufacturers instructions for storage and recharging 2 Remove the battery from the boat and check water level Recharge if necessary 3 Store the battery in a cool dry place 4 Periodically check the water level and recharge the battery during storage TROUBLESHOOTING 1 STARTER MOTOR WILL NOT CRANK THE ENGINE ELECTRIC START MODELS Possible Causes e Remote control models Blown 20 Amp fuse in the starting circuit Refer to Maintenance Section e Outboard is not shifted to neutral position e Weak battery or battery connections are loose or corroded e Ignition key switch fa
51. he area while servicing any part of the fuel system Before servicing any part of the fuel system stop engine and disconnect the battery Drain the fuel system completely Use an approved container to collect and store fuel Wipe up any spillage immediately Material used to contain spillage must be disposed of in an approved receptacle Any fuel system service must be performed in a well ventilated area Inspect any completed service work for sign of fuel leakage Fuel Line Inspection Visually inspect the fuel line and primer bulb for cracks swelling leaks hardness or other signs of deterioration or damage any of these conditions are found the fuel line or primer bulb must be replaced FUEL SYSTEM CONTINUED Engine Fuel Filter Inspect the sight bowl for water accumulation and inspect the filter element for sediment Clean filter as follows Removal 1 Turn the engine off 2 Hold onto the cover to prevent it from turning off the sight bowl 4 Pull out the filter element and wash it with cleaning solvent Installation 5 Push the filter element with open end toward cover into cover 6 Place the O ring seal into the sight bowl and screw the sight bowl hand tight into the cover 7 Visually inspect for fuel leakage around the sight bowl by squeezing the primer bulb until firm forcing fuel into the sight bowl EXTERIOR CARE 8 Your outboard is protected with a durable baked enamel finish Clean and
52. ible it is the law A ring type life buoy or buoyant cushion designed to be thrown to a person in the water Know your boats maximum load capacity Look at the boat capacity plate Check fuel supply and oil level oil injection models Arrange passengers and load in the boat so the weight is distributed evenly and everyone is seated in a proper seat Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return It is illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Know the waters and area you will be boating tides currents sand bars rocks and other hazards Make inspection checks listed in the Inspection and Maintenance Schedule Refer to Maintenance Section OPERATING IN FREEZING TEMPERATURES When using your outboard or having your outboard moored in freezing or near freezing temperature keep the outboard tilted down at all times so the gear case is submerged This prevents trapped water in gear case from freezing and causing possible damage to the water pump and other components If there is a chance of ice forming on the water the outboard should be removed and drained completely of water If ice should form at the water level inside the outboard drive shaft housing it will block water flow to the engine causing possible damage OPERATING IN SALT WATER OR POLLUTED WATER We recommend that you flush the internal wat
53. ilure e Wiring or electrical connection faulty e Starter motor or starter solenoid failure 2 ENGINE WILL NOT START Possible Causes e Lanyard stop switch not in RUN position e Incorrect starting procedure Refer to Operating Section e Old or contaminated gasoline e Engine flooded Refer to Operating Section e Fuel is not reaching the engine Fuel tank is empty Fuel tank vent not open or restricted Fuel line is disconnected or kinked Primer bulb not squeezed Primer bulb check valve is faulty 29 gp Fuel filter is obstructed Refer to Maintenance Section g Fuel pump failure h Fuel tank filter obstructed e Ignition system component failure e Spark plugs fouled or defective Refer to Maintenance Section 90 10116R40 oj 3 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE RUNS ERRATICALLY Possible Causes Spark plugs fouled or defective Refer to Maintenance Section Incorrect setup and adjustments Fuel is being restricted to the engine a Engine Fuel filter is obstructed Refer to Maintenance Section b Fuel tank filter obstructed c Stuck anti siphon valve located on permanently built in type fuel tanks d Fuel line is kinked or pinched Fuel pump failure Ignition system component failure PERFORMANCE LOSS Possible Causes Throttle not fully open Damaged or improper size propeller Incorrect engine timing adjustments or setup Boat overloaded or load improperly distributed Excessive w
54. imum acceptable power and load as determined by the manufacturer following certain federal guidelines If in doubt contact your dealer or the boat manufacturer Using an outboard that exceeds the maximum horsepower limit of a boat can 1 cause loss of boat control 2 place too much weight at the transom altering the designed flotation characteristics of the boat or 3 cause the boat to break apart particularly around the transom area Overpowering a boat can result in serious injury death or boat damage 90 10116R40 HIGH SPEED AND HIGH PERFORMANCE BOAT OPERATION 2 If your outboard is to be used on a high speed or high performance boat with which you are unfamiliar we recommend that you never operate it at its high speed capability without first requesting an initial orientation and familiarization demonstration ride with your dealer or an operator experienced with your boat outboard combination For additional information obtain a copy of our Guide to Hi Performance Boat Operation booklet Part Number 90 848481 from your dealer distributor or Mercury Marine OUTBOARD REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 1 The remote control connected to your outboard must be equipped with a start in neutral only protection device This prevents the engine from starting when the shift is actuated in any position other than neutral Avoid serious injury or death from a sudden unexpected acceleration when starting your engine The design of this ou
55. ioncharges and or travel time If the service provided is not covered by this warranty purchaser shall pay for all relatedlabor and material and any other expenses associated with that service Purchaser shall not unless requested by Mercury ship the product or parts of the product directly to Mercury The warranty registration card is the only valid registrationidentification and must be presented to the dealer at the time warranty service is requested in order to obtain coverage 90 10116R40 WHAT IS NOT COVERED This limited warranty does not cover electrical system corrosion corrosion resulting from damage corrosion which causes purely cosmetic damage abuse or improper service corrosion to accessories instruments steering systems corrosionto factory installed jet drive unit damage due to marine growth product sold with less than a one year limited Productwarranty replacement parts parts purchased by customer products used in a commercial application Commercial useis defined as any work or employment related use of the product or any use of the product which generates income forany part of the warranty period even if the product is only occasionally used for such purposes Corrosion damage caused by stray electrical currents on shore power connections nearby boats submerged metal is not covered by this corrosion warranty and should be protected against by the use of a corrosion protection system such as the Mercury Precisi
56. l steering effort 16 Note Trim tab adjustment will have little effect reducing steering torque if the outboard is installed with the anti ventilation plate approximately 2 inches 50mm or more above the boat bottom Models Without Power Trim Operate your boat at normal cruising speed trimmed to desired position by installing the tilt pin in the desired tilt pin hole Turn your boat left and right and note the direction the boat turns more easily If adjustment is necessary loosen trim tab bolt and make small adjustments at a time If the boat turns more easily to the left move the trailing edge of trim tab to the left If the boat turns more easily to the right move the trailing edge of trim tab to the right Retighten bolt and retest Models With Power Trim Operate your boat at normal cruising speed trimmed to desired position Turn your boat left and right and note the direction the boat turns more easily If adjustment is necessary loosen trim tab bolt make small adjustments at a time If the boat turns more easily to the left move the trailing edge of trim tab to the left If the boat turns more easily to the right move the trailing edge of trim tab to the right Retighten bolt and retest OPERATION PRE STARTING CHECK LIST Operator knows safe navigation boating and operating procedures An approved personal flotation device of suitable size for each person aboard and readily access
57. le 50 1 2 89 ml d huile 237 ml d huile 473 ml d huile MIXING GASOLINE AND OIL Portable Tank Pour one gallon 4 liters of gasoline into tank Add the correct amount of oil and mix thoroughly Add the remainder of gasoline Built in Tank Using a funnel pour the correct amount of oil slowly with the gasoline as tank 1 filled FILLING OIL INJECTION SYSTEM 1 Place the outboard in a vertical operating position Check oil level using the sight gauge in front of the outboard 2 Remove the fill cap and fill tank with oil The oil tank capacity is 50 5 fl oz 1 5 liters FILLING FUEL TANK Avoid serious injury or death from a gasoline fire or explosion Always stop the engine and DO NOT smoke or allow open flames or sparks in the area while filling fuel tanks Fill fuel tanks outdoors away from heat sparks and open flames Remove portable fuel tanks from boat to refill them Always stop engine before refilling tanks Do not completely fill the fuel tanks Leave approximately 10 of the tank volume unfilled Fuel will expand in volume as its temperature rises and can leak under pressure if the tank is completely filled Portable Fuel Tank Placement in the Boat Place the fuel tank in the boat so that the tank vent will stay higher than the fuel level in the tank under normal boat operating conditions 90 10116R40 FEATURES amp CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES Your boat may be equipped with one o
58. le on plane This can result in an unexpected turn in either direction called bow steering or over steering if any turn is attempted or if a significant wave is encountered Adjusting the outboard away from the boat transom can 1 Lift the bow out of the water 2 Generally increase top speed 3 Increase clearance over submerged objects or a shallow bottom 4 Increase steering torque or pull to the left at a normal installation height with the normal right hand rotation propeller 5 In excess cause boat porpoising bouncing or propeller ventilation POWER TRIM AND TILT IF EQUIPPED Your outboard has a trim tilt control called Power Trim This enables the operator to easily adjust the position of the outboard by pressing the trim switch a Moving the outboard in closer to the boat transom is called trimming in or down Moving the outboard further away from the boat transom is called trimming out or up The term trim generally refers to the adjustment of the outboard within the first 20 range of travel b This is the range used while operating your boat on plane The term tilt is generally used when referring to adjusting the outboard further up out of the water c With the engine turned off the outboard can be tilted out of the water At low idle speed the outboard can also be tilted up past the trim range to permit for example shallow water operation
59. ly If engine speed exceeds 2000 RPM the outboard will automatically return down to the maximum trim range THROTTLE GRIP FRICTION ADJUSTMENT TILLER HANDLE MODELS 1 Throttle Grip Friction Knob Turn friction knob to set and maintain the throttle at desired speed Turn knob towards a to tighten friction and move knob towards b to loosen friction STEERING FRICTION ADJUSTMENT Tiller Handle Models 2 Steering Friction Adjustment Adjust this lever to achieve the desired steering friction drag on the tiller handle Move lever towards a to tighten friction or move towards b to loosen friction Remote Steering Models 3 Steering Friction Adjustment Adjust this screw to achieve the desired steering friction drag on the steering wheel Turn screw towards a to tighten friction or turn towards b to loosen friction Avoid possible serious injury or death from loss of boat control Maintain sufficient steering friction to prevent the outboard from steering into a full turn if the tiller handle or steering wheel is released TRIM TAB ADJUSTMENT Propeller steering torque will cause your boat to pull in one direction This steering torque is a normal thing that results from your outboard not being trimmed so the propeller shaft is parallel to the water surface The trim tab can help to compensate for this steering torque in many cases and can be adjusted within limits to reduce any unequa
60. n adequate supply of cooling water Check for a steady stream of water flowing out of the water pump indicator hole Continue flushing the outboard for 3 to 5 minutes carefully monitoring water supply at all times Stop the engine turn off the water and remove the flushing attachment Reinstall the propeller TOP COWL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Removal 1 Unlock the rear latch by pushing lever down 2 Lift rear of cowl and disengage front hook Installation Engage the front hook and push cowl back over the cowl seal Push cowl down and move the rear latch lever up to lock BATTERY INSPECTION The battery should be inspected at periodic intervals to ensure proper engine starting capability IMPORTANT Read the safety and maintenance accompany your battery instructions which 1 Turn off the engine before servicing the battery 2 Add water as necessary to keep the battery full 3 Make sure the battery is secure against movement 4 Battery cable terminals should be clean tight and correctly installed Positive to positive and negative to negative 5 Make sure the battery is equipped with a nonconductive shield to prevent accidental shorting of battery terminals 90 10116R40 21 FUEL SYSTEM Avoid serious injury or death from gasoline fire or explosion Carefully follow all fuel system service instructions Always stop the engine and DO NOT smoke or allow open flames or sparks in t
61. nance work orders and receipts SELECTING REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR YOUR OUTBOARD We recommend using original Mercury Precision or Quicksilver replacement parts and Genuine Lubricants Using a replacement part that is inferior to the original part could result in personal injury death or product failure EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION MERCURY This engine conforms to __ model year EPA regulations for Marine SI engines Refer to Owner s Manual for required maintenance IDLE SPEED SS co TIMING IN DEGREES 1 Standard spark plug Suppressor spark plug GAP Intake Exhaust FAMILY FEL EH gkWh Valve Clearance Cold mm EMISSION CERTIFICATION LABEL An emission certification label showing emission levels and engine specifications directly related to emissions is placed on the engine at time of manufacture a ldle Speed f Family Number b Engine Horsepower g Maximum Emission Output for c Timing Specification Mere hg ne h Pi Displ d Recommended Spark Plug amp Gap iston Displacement i Date of M fact e Valve Clearance if Applicable RSR MANAG ite lt 20 oti7 OWNER RESPONSIBILITY The owner operator is required to have engine maintenance performed to maintain emission levels within prescribed certification standards The owner operator is not to modify the engine in any manner that would alter the horsepower or allow emissions
62. on stopping the engine and allowing it to cool back down will give you some low speed idle running time before the engine starts to overheat again og FEATURES amp CONTROLS ENGINE OVER SPEED LIMITER The outboard is equipped with an engine over speed limiter which limits the engine maximum RPM This will protect the engine from mechanical damage Engine over speed may be caused by propeller ventilation a propeller which has an incorrect pitch or diameter propeller hub slippage or incorrect engine mounting height When the engine over speed limiter is activated the engine timing will be momentarily retarded to decrease the engine speed Excessive over speed above 6000 RPM will result in cutout of the cylinders to prevent operation above this limit TILT LOCK LEVER MODELS WITHOUT POWER TRIM 1 The tilt lock lever is used to engage the reverse lock mechanism and prevent the outboard from lifting out of the water when operating in reverse gear due to reverse propeller thrust The tilt lock lever can be placed in two positions as follows Release Position a Placing the tilt lock lever up in the release position a will allow you to tilt up the outboard Lock Position b Place the tilt lock lever down in the lock position a whenever your operating the outboard Note With the tilt lock lever in the lock position the outboard still will kick up if an underwater obstruction is hit TILTING OUTBOARD
63. on Parts or Quicksilver MerCathode system and or Galvanic Isolator Corrosion damagecaused by improper application of copper base anti fouling paints is also not covered by this limited warranty If anti foul ingprotection is required Tri Butyl Tin Adipate TBTA base anti fouling paints are recommended on Outboard andMerCruiser boating applications In areas where base paints are prohibited by law copper base paints can be usedon the hull and transom Do not apply paint to the outboard or MerCruiser product In addition care must be taken toavoid an electrical interconnection between the warranted product and the paint Refer to the Operation and MaintenanceManual for additional details For additional information regarding events and circumstances covered by this warranty and those that are not see theWarranty Coverage section of the Operation and Maintenance Manual incorporated by reference into this warranty DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EX PRESSLY DISCLAIMED TO THE EX TENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED THE IMPLIED WARRANTIE SARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRAN TY INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES COUN TRIES DO NOTALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS LIMITATIONS AND EX CLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE AS A RESULT THEYMAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPEC
64. ope Middle East Africa Marine Power Europe Inc 32 87 32 32 11 32 87 31 19 65 Parc Industriel de Petit Rechain 4800 Verviers Belgium Mexico Central America South America Caribbean Mercury Marine Latin America amp Caribbean 305 385 9585 305 385 5507 9010 S W 137th Ave Suite 226 Miami Fl 33186 U S A Japan Mercury Marine Japan 81 53 423 2500 81 53 423 2510 283 1 Anshin cho Hamamatsu Shizuoka 435 0005 Japan Asia Singapore Mercury Marine Singapore 5466160 5467789 72 Loyang Way Singapore 508762 lt 26 90 10116R40 ok MAINTENANCE LOG Record here all maintenance performed on your outboard Be sure to save all work orders and receipts 90 10116R40 6 ok MAINTENANCE LOG Record here all maintenance performed on your outboard Be sure to save all work orders and receipts 90 10116R40 6
65. or Quicksilver Premium Plus TC W8 2 cycle oil is recommended If Mercury or Quicksilver outboard oil is not available substitute another brand of 2 cycle outboard oil that is NUMA Certified TC W3 Severe engine damage may result from use of an inferior oil FUEL AND OIL RATIO Models With Oil Injection Use 50 1 2 gasoline oil mixture in the first tank of fuel Follow the table below for mixing ratios Use of this fuel mixture combined with oil from the oil injection system will supply adequate lubrication during engine break in After the break in fuel mixture is used up it is no longer necessary to add oil with the gasoline Note At the end of the break in period visually check to see if the oil level in the oil injection tank has dropped Oil usage indicates the oil injection system is functioning correctly oeh2 GASOLINE OIL MIXING RATIO CHART 1 Gallon Gas Oil 3 Gallons 6 Gallons Ratio Gas Gas Gas 3 8 Liters 11 5 Liters 50 1 3 fl 02 8 fl 07 2 89 ml Oil 237 ml Oil 23 Liters 16 fl oz 473 ml Oil oeq2 Models Without Oil Injection Use a 25 1 4 gasoline oil mixture in the first tank of fuel After the break in fuel mixture is used up use a 50 1 2 gasoline oil mixture Follow the table below for mixing ratios GASOLINE OIL MIXING RATIO CHART Gas Oil f f Ratio 5 Liters 10 Liters 20 Liters 25 1 4 148 ml d huile 473 ml d huile 946 mi d hui
66. our selected accessories Check with your dealer before installation of accessories The misuse of acceptable accessories or the use of unacceptable accessories can re sult in serious injury death or product failure ob GENERAL INFORMATION SAFE BOATING SUGGESTIONS In order to safely enjoy the waterways familiarize yourself with local and other governmental boating regulations and restrictions and consider the following suggestions Use flotation devices Have an approved personal flotation device of suitable size for each person aboard it is the law and have it readily accessible Do not overload your boat Most boats are rated and certified for maximum load weight capacities refer to your boat capacity plate If in doubt contact your dealer or the boats manufacturer Perform safety checks and required maintenance Follow a regular schedule and ensure that all repairs are properly made Know and obey all nautical rules and laws of the waterways Boat operators should complete a boating safety course Courses are offered in the U S A by 1 The U S Coast Guard Auxiliary 2 The Power Squadron 3 The Red Cross and 4 your state boating law enforcement agency Inquiries may be made to the Boating Hot line 1 800 368 5647 or the Boat U S Foundation information number 1 800 336 BOAT Make sure everyone in the boat is properly seated Don t allow anyone to sit or ride on any part of the boat that was not intende
67. p ld mi L tfen www marinepower com adresinden kontrol ediniz Gerekli ise yerel bayinizle irtibat kurunuz PL Czy Two silnik zosta wiasciwie zarejestrowany dla cel w gwarancyjnych Sprawd stronie HYPERLINK http Avww marinepower com www marinepower com Jesli istnieje taka potrzeba skontaktuj si z Twoim dealerem 882846 pA www marinepower com 90 10116R40 If the outboard motor s serial number plate contains the CE mark in the lower left hand corner the following statement applies This outboard motor manufactured by Mercury Marine Fond du Lac Wisconsin USA or Marine Power Europe Inc Park Industrial de Petit Rechain Belgium complies with the requirements of the following directives and standards as amended Recreational Craft Directive 94 25 EC std ISO 8665 ISO 11547 Machinery Directive 98 37 EC EMC Directives 89 336 EC std 50081 1 SAE J551 CISPR Pub 12 EN 50082 1 IEC 61000 4 2 IEC 61000 4 3 fe Patrick President Mercury Marine Fond du Lac USA European Regulations Contact Product Environmental Engineering Department Mercury Marine Fond du Lac WI USA EUROPEAN COMMUNITY DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Issued in accordance with the MARINE EQUIPMENT DIRECTIVE MED 96 98 EC AS AMENDED TO THIS DATE H This is to certify that in compliance with the Council Directive 96 98 EC of December 20 1996 as amended to this date on marine equipment
68. peration Low oil level the oil injection system If the oil level drops below the sight gauge in the cowl when the outboard is sitting in a vertical position the warning horn will sound You still have an oil reserve remaining for 30 minutes of full speed operation Refer to Fuel Section for refilling instructions WARNING HORN SYSTEM MANUAL START MODELS 1 The warning horn located beneath the bottom cowl will sound if engine overheats 2 Engine overheat If the engine overheats the warning horn will sound and the warning system will automatically limit the engine speed to 2500 RPM Immediately reduce throttle speed to idle Shift outboard into neutral and check for a steady stream of water a coming out of the water pump indicator hole If no water a is coming out of the water pump indicator or flow is intermittent stop engine and check water intakes for obstruction If no obstruction is found may indicate a blockage in the cooling system or water pump problem Have the outboard checked by your dealer Operating the engine while overheated will cause engine damage See Note following Even if a steady stream of water is coming out of the water pump indicator there still may be insufficient cooling water or an engine problem Stop engine and have it checked by your dealer Operating the engine while overheated will cause engine damage See Note following Note Should this occur and you are in a stranded situati
69. previously manufactured HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE The customer must provide Mercury with a reasonable opportunity to repair and reasonable access to the product for warranty service Warranty claims shall be made by delivering the product for inspection to a Mercury dealer authorized to service the product If purchaser cannot deliver the product to such a dealer written notice must be given to Mercury We will then arrange for the inspection and any covered repair Purchaser in that case shall pay for all related transportation charges and or travel time If the service provided is not covered by this warranty purchaser shall pay for all related labor and material and any other expenses associated with that service Purchaser shall not unless requested by Mercury ship the product or parts of the product directly to Mercury The warranty registration card is the only valid registration identification and must be presented to the dealer at the time warranty service is requested in order to obtain coverage 90 10116R40 WHAT IS NOT COVERED This limited warranty does not cover routine maintenance items tune ups adjustments normal wear and tear damage caused by abuse abnormal use use of a propeller or gear ratio that does not allow the engine to run in its recommendedwide open throttle RPM range see the Operation and Maintenance Manual operation of the product in a manner inconsistent with the recommended operation duty cycle s
70. ransom Bracket Clamp Screws 1 outboard must be secured to the transom with the four 1 2 inch diameter mounting bolts and locknuts provided Install two bolts thru the upper set of holes and two bolts thru the lower set of holes Models With Transom Bracket Clamp Screws 2 The outboard must be secured to the transom one of two ways EITHER with clamp screws a and two mounting bolts and locknuts b provided OR with clamp screws a and optional Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Outboard Mounting Kit No 812432 5 Tighten retainer screws into the lower mounting holes when using outboard mounting kit PROPELLER SELECTION For best all around performance from your outboard boat combination select a propeller that allows the engine to operate in the upper half of the recommended full throttle RPM range with the boat normally loaded refer to Specifications This RPM range allows for better acceleration while maintaining maximum boat speed If changing conditions cause the RPM to drop below the recommended range such as warmer more humid weather operation at higher elevations increased boat load or a dirty boat bottom gear case a propeller change or cleaning may be required to maintain performance and ensure the outboards durability Check full throttle RPM using an accurate tachometer with the engine trimmed out to a balanced steering condition steering effort equal in both directions without causing the propell
71. recreational use customer upon proper re registration of the product CONDITIONS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE Warranty coverage is availble only to retail customers that purchase from a Dealer authorized by Mercury Marine to distribute the product in the country in which the sale occurred and then only after the Mercury Marine specified pre delivery inspection process is completed and documented Warranty coverage becomes available upon proper registration of the product by the authorized dealer Inaccurate warranty registration information regarding recreational use or subsequent change of use from recreational to commercial unless properly re registered may void the warranty at the sole discretion of Mercury Marine Routine maintenance outlined in the Operation and Maintenance Manual must be timely performed in order to maintain warranty coverage If this maintenance is performed by the retail customer Mercury Marine reserves the right to make future warranty coverage contingent on proof of proper maintenance WHAT MERCURY WILL DO Mercury s sole and exclusive obligation under this warranty is limited to at our option repairing a defective part replacing such part or parts with new or Mercury Marine certified re manufactured parts or refunding the purchase price of the Mercury product Mercury reserves the right to improve or modify products from time to tome without assuming an obligation to modify products
72. removing the lubricant tube 5 Remove lubricant tube and reinstall cleaned fill drain plug and sealing washer d SUBMERGED OUTBOARD A submerged outboard will require service within a few hours by an authorized dealer once the outboard is recovered from the water This immediate attention by a servicing dealer is necessary once the engine is exposed to the atmosphere to minimize internal corrosion damage to the engine STORAGE PREPARATION The major consideration in preparing your outboard for storage is to protect it from rust corrosion and damage caused by freezing of trapped water The following storage procedures should be followed to prepare your outboard for out of season storage or prolonged storage two months or longer Never start or run your outboard even momentarily without water circu lating through the cooling water intake in the gear case to prevent dam age to the water pump running dry or overheating of the engine 01011 Fuel IMPORTANT Gasoline containing alcohol ethanol or methanol cause a formation of acid during storage and can damage the fuel system If the gasoline being used contains alcohol it is advisable to drain as much of the remaining gasoline as possible from the fuel tank remote fuel line and engine fuel system Fill the fuel system tank hoses fuel pump and carburetor with treated stabilized fuel at 2 gasoline oil mix to help prevent corro
73. rental inconvenience slip fees insurance coverage loan payments loss of time loss of income or any other type of incidental or consequential damages are not coveredby this warranty Also expenses associated with the removal and or replacement of boat partitions or material caused byboat design for access to the product are not covered by this warranty No individual or entity including Mercury Marine authorized dealers has been given authority by Mercury Marine to makeany affirmation representation or warranty regarding the product other than those contained in this limited warranty andif made shall not be enforceable against Mercury Marine For additional information regarding events and circumstances covered by this warranty and those that are not see theWarranty Coverage section of the Operation and Maintenance Manual incorporated by reference into this warranty DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EX PRESSLY DISCLAIMED TO THE EX TENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED THE IMPLIED WARRANTIE SARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRAN TY INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES COUN TRIES DO NOTALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS LIMITATIONS AND EX CLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE AS A RESULT THEYMAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVEOTHER LE
74. rk plug leads 90 10116R40 oh MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT Avoid serious injury or death from fire or explosion caused by damaged spark plug boots a Damaged spark plug boots can emit sparks Sparks can ignite fuel vapors under engine cowl To avoid damaging spark plug boots do not use any sharp object or metal tool such as pliers screwdriv er etc to remove spark plug boots 1 Remove the spark plug leads by twisting the rubber boots slightly and pull off 2 Remove the spark plugs to inspect Replace spark plug if electrode is worn or the insulator is rough cracked broken blistered or fouled Before installing spark plugs clean away dirt on the spark plug seats Install plugs finger tight and tighten 1 4 turn or torque to 20 16 ft 27 N m LUBRICATION POINTS Lubricate Point 1 with Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants Anti Corrosion Grease or 2 4 C Marine Lubricant with Teflon 1 Propeller Shaft Refer to Propeller Replacement for removal and installation of the propeller Coat the entire propeller shaft with lubricant to prevent the propeller hub from corroding and seizing to the shaft Lubricate Points 2 thru 7 with Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants 2 4 C Marine Lubricant with Teflon or Special Lubricant 101 2 Swivel Bracket Lubricate through fitting Tube Lubricate through fittings 4 Co Pilot Shaft Tiller Handle
75. roblem question or concern about your outboard product contact your dealer or any Authorized Dealership If additional assistance is required take these steps 1 Talk with the dealership s sales manager or service manager If this has already been done then contact the owner of the dealership 2 Should you have a question concern or problem that cannot be resolved by your dealership please contact Mercury Marine Service Office International Marine Power branch or distributor Service for assistance They will work with your dealership to resolve all problems The following information will be needed by the service office e Your name and address e Daytime telephone number e Model and serial number of your outboard e The name and address of your dealership e Nature of problem Mercury Marine Service Offices are listed on the next page or OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE MERCURY MARINE SERVICE OFFICES For assistance call fax or write Please include your daytime telephone number with mail and fax correspondence United States Mercury Marine 920 929 5040 920 929 5893 W6250 W Pioneer Road P O Box 1939 Fond du Lac Wi 54936 1939 USA Canada Mercury Marine Ltd 905 567 6372 905 567 8515 2395 Meadowpine Blvd Mississauga Ontario Canada L5N 7W6 Australia Pacific Mercury Marine Australia 61 3 9791 5822 61 3 9793 5880 132 140 Frankston Road Dandenong Victoria 3164 Australia Eur
76. roblems EITHER an engine overheat condition OR low oil level in the oil injection tank See explanations 2 and 3 following 2 Engine overheat If the engine overheats the warning horn will sound Immediately reduce throttle speed to idle Shift outboard into neutral and check for a steady stream of water d coming out of the water pump indicator hole If no water d is coming out of the water pump indicator hole or flow is intermittent stop engine and check water intake for obstruction If no obstruction is found this may indicate a blockage in the cooling system or a water pump problem Have the outboard checked by your dealer Operating the engine while overheated will cause engine damage See the following note 90 10116R40 WARNING SYSTEM ELECTRIC START MODELS CONTINUED 2 Engine overheat Continued If a steady stream of water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole and the warning horn continues to sound there still may be insufficient cooling water or an engine problem Stop engine and have it checked by your dealer Operating the engine while overheated will cause engine damage See the following note Note Should this occur and you are in a stranded situation stopping the engine and allowing it to cool back down will usually allow some additional low speed idle running time before the engine starts to overheat again The overheat problem must be corrected before you can resume normal o
77. roduct or parts of the product directly to Mercury The warranty registration card is the only valid registration identificationand must be presented to the dealer at the time warranty service is requested in order to obtain coverage WHAT IS NOT COVERED This limited warranty does not cover routine maintenance items tune ups adjustments normal wear and tear damage caused by abuse abnormal use use of a propeller or gear ratio that does not allow the engine to run in its recommendedwide open throttle RPM range see the Operation and Maintenance Manual operation of the product in a manner inconsistentwith the recommended operation duty cycle section of the Operation and Maintenance Manual neglect accident submersion improper installation proper installation specifications and techniques are set forth in the installation instructionsfor the product improper service use of an accessory or part not manufactured or sold by us jet pump impellersand liners operation with fuels oils or lubricants which are not suitable for use with the product see the Operation andMaintenance Manual alteration or removal of parts or water entering the engine through the fuel intake air intake orexhaust system Use of the product for racing or other competitive activity or operating with a racing type lower unit atany point even by a prior owner of the product voids the warranty Expenses related to haul out launch towing storage telephone
78. ry Marine For additional information regarding events and circumstances covered by this warranty and those that are not see the Warranty Coverage section of the Operation and Maintenance Manual incorporated by reference into this warranty DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EX PRESSLY DISCLAIMED TO THE EX TENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED THE IMPLIED WARRANTIE SARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRAN TY INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES COUN TRIES DO NOTALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS LIMITATIONS AND CLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE AS A RESULT THEYMAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVEOTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND COUNTRY TO COUNTRY MERCURY MARINE ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY CONFEDERATION OF INDEPENDENT STATES MIDDLE EAST AFRICA WHAT IS COVERED Mercury Marine warrant each new Mercury outboard Mariner outboard Jet Products Thruster Electric Trolling Motors Mercruiser Inboard or Sterndrive engine products to be free of defects in material and workmanship during the period described below DURATION OF COVERAGE This Limited Warranty provides coverage for one 1 year from the date the product is first sold to a recreational use retail purchaser or the date on which the product is
79. ry to locate and correct the cause of the overload If the cause is not found the fuse may blow again 1 Open the fuse holder and look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If band is broken a replace the fuse Replace fuse with a new fuse with the same rating CORROSION CONTROL ANODE 2 The trim tab a on the gear case is a corrosion control anode and models which have the longer type of transom brackets will have a second anode installed 6 An anode helps protect the outboard against galvanic corrosion by sacrificing its metal to be slowly eroded instead of the outboard metals Corrosion control anodes require periodic inspection especially in salt water which will accelerate the erosion To maintain this corrosion protection always replace the anode before it is completely eroded Never paint or apply a protective coating on the anode as this will reduce effectiveness of the anode PROPELLER REPLACEMENT If the propeller shaft is rotated while the engine is in gear there is the possibility that the engine will crank over and start To prevent this type of accidental engine starting and possible serious injury caused from being struck by a rotating propeller always shift outboard to neutral position and remove spark plug leads when you are servicing the propeller Shift outboard to neutral N position Remove the spark plug leads to prevent engine from starting Straighten the bent tabs on the propell
80. s 2 Factory Installed Jet Drive units Specific parts excluded from the warranty are The jet drive impeller and jet drive liner damaged by impact or wear and water damaged drive shaft bearings as a result of improper maintenance 3 Damage caused by neglect lack of maintenance accident abnormal operation or improper installation or service 4 Haul out launch towing charges removal and or replacement of boat partitions or material because of boat design for necessary access to the product all related transportation charges and or travel time etc Reasonable access must be provided to the product for warranty service Customer must deliver product to an authorized dealer 5 Additional service work requested by customer other than that necessary to satisfy the warranty obligation op WARRANTY COVERAGE WARRANTY COVERAGE AND EXCLUSIONS 6 Labor performed by other than an authorized dealer may be covered only under following circumstances When performed on emergency basis providing there are no authorized dealers in the area who can perform the work required or have no facilities to haul out etc and prior factory approval has been given to have the work performed at this facility 7 Allincidental and or consequential damages storage charges telephone or rental charges of any type inconvenience or loss of time or income are the owner s responsibility 8 Use of other than Mercury Precision or Quicksilver replac
81. s at idle e Do not shift outboard into Reverse when the engine is not running 1 Your outboard has three gear shift positions to provide operation Forward F Neutral out of gear and Reverse R 2 Remote Control Models When shifting always stop at neutral position and allow the engine speed to return to idle 3 Tiller Handle Models Reduce engine speed to idle before shifting 4 Always shift outboard into gear with a quick motion 5 After shifting outboard into gear advance the remote control lever or rotate the throttle grip tiller handle to increase speed STOPPING THE ENGINE ALL MODELS 6 Remote Control Models Reduce engine speed and shift outboard to neutral position Turn ignition key or On Off Switch to OFF position 7 Tiller Handle Models Reduce engine speed and shift outboard to neutral position Push in the engine stop button or move the lanyard stop switch to the OFF position d EMERGENCY STARTING ELECTRIC START MODELS If the starter system fails use the spare starter rope provided and follow procedure 1 Shift outboard to neutral N position When using emergency starter rope to start engine the start in gear protection provided by the remote control is inoperative Make sure to set the outboard gear shift into neutral to prevent outboard from starting in gear Sudden unexpected acceleration could result in serious injury or death 2 Turn the ignition key to ON
82. sion and the formation of varnish and gum Proceed with following instructions 1 Portable Fuel Tank Pour the required amount of Gasoline Stabilizer follow instructions on container into fuel tank Tip fuel tank back and forth to mix stabilizer with the fuel 2 Permanently Installed Fuel Tank Pour the required amount of Gasoline Stabilizer follow instructions on container into a separate container and mix with approximately one quart one liter of gasoline Pour this mixture into fuel tank 3 Place the outboard in water or connect flushing attachment for circulating cooling water Run the engine for ten minutes to allow treated fuel to reach the carburetor oic4 Protecting External Outboard Components 4 Lubricate all outboard components listed in the Inspection and Maintenance Schedule 5 Touch up any paint nicks See your dealer for touch up paint 6 Spray Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants Corrosion Guard on external metal surfaces except corrosion control anodes 24 oid12 Protecting Internal Engine Components Note Before performing Steps 7 and 8 make sure the fuel system has been prepared for storage Refer to Fuel System on previous page 7 Place the outboard in water or connect flushing attachment for circulating cooling water Start the engine and let it run in neutral to warm up 8 With engine running at fast idle stop the fuel flow by disconnecting the remote fuel line When en
83. tboard Remote Control Models 7 Remote Steering EE 7 Outboard Cate EE 20 Lanyard Stop Switch 7 Selecting Replacement Parts For Your Outboard 20 Protecting People In The Walt a ouer EE e EE dE Ne 8 Inspection And Maintenance Schedule 20 eet DEE EE Flushing The Cooling System 21 Wave And Wake Jumping 8 Impact With Underwater 9 TOP ROW REMOVA ANAIMANI eege Exhaust Emissions ccc cece cece cece eee cece 9 Battery 5 21 Selecting Accessories For Your 9 Fuel System EE 21 Safe Boating Suggestions 10 Exterior EE 22 Recording senal NUMDEF eege 10 Steering Link Rod 22 e Ke len EE 10 Fuse Replacement Electric Start Models 22 Component Identification 10 Corrosion Control E EO 22 Propeller 23 Spark Plug Inspection 23 eege Ge ET ee ee ee Lubrication Points 23 Prop ll r Selection
84. tboard requires that the remote control used with it must have a built in start in neutral only protection device REMOTE STEERING NOTICE 2 The steering link rod that connects the steering cable to the engine must be fastened utilizing self locking nuts a These self locking nuts must never be replaced with common nuts non locking as they will work loose and vibrate off freeing the link rod to disengage Disengagement of a steering link rod can result in the boat taking a full sudden sharp turn This potentially violent action can cause occupants to be thrown overboard exposing them to serious injury or death LANYARD STOP SWITCH 1 The purpose of a lanyard stop switch is to turn off the engine when the operator moves far enough away from the operator s position as in accidental ejection from the operator s position to activate the switch Tiller handle outboards and some remote control units are equipped with a lanyard stop switch A lanyard stop switch can be installed as an accessory generally on the dashboard or side adjacent to the operator s position 2 The lanyard is a cord usually between 4 and 5 feet 1220 and 1524 mm in length when stretched out with an element on one end made to be inserted into the switch and a snap on the other end for attaching to the operator The lanyard is coiled to make its at rest condition as short as possible so as to minimize the likelihood of lanyard entanglement
85. ter certain hazards arise particularly when the boat re enters the water The primary concern is the boat changing direction while in the midst of the jump In such case the landing may cause the boat to veer violently in a new direction Such a sharp change in direction can cause occupants to be thrown out of their seats or out of the boat There is another less common hazardous result from allowing your boat to launch off a wave or wake If the bow of your boat pitches down far enough while airborne upon water contact it may penetrate under the water surface and submarine for an instant This will bring the boat to a nearly instantaneous stop and can send the occupants flying forward The boat may also steer sharply to one side Avoid serious injury or death from being thrown within or out of a boat when it lands after jumping a wave or wake Avoid wave or wake jumping whenever possible Instruct all occupants that if a wake or wave jump oc curs get low and hang on to any boat hand hold 90 10116R40 ob GENERAL INFORMATION IMPACT WITH UNDERWATER HAZARDS Reduce speed and proceed with caution whenever you drive a boat in shallow water areas or in areas where you suspect of underwater obstacles may exist which could be struck by the outboard or the boat bottom The most important thing you can do to help reduce injury or impact damage from striking a floating or underwater object is to control the boat speed Under
86. these conditions boat speed should be kept to a minimum planing speed 15 to 25 MPR To avoid serious injury or death from all or part of an outboard coming into the boat after striking a floating or underwater obstacle maintain a top speed no greater than minimum planing speed Striking a floating or underwater object could result in an infinite number of situations Some of these situations could result in the following a Part of the outboard or the entire outboard could break loose and fly into the boat b The boat could move suddenly in a new direction Such a sharp change in direction can cause occupants to be thrown out of their seats or out of the boat A rapid reduction in speed This will cause occupants to be thrown forward or even out of the boat d Impact damage to the outboard and or boat IMPACT WITH UNDERWATER HAZARDS Keep in mind the most important thing you can do to help reduce injury or impact damage in these situations is control the boat speed Boat speed should be kept to a minimum planing speed when driving in waters known to have underwater obstacles After striking a submerged object stop the engine as soon as possible and inspect the outboard for any broken or loose parts If damage is present or suspected the outboard should be taken to an authorized dealer for a thorough inspection and necessary repair The boat should also be checked for any hull fractures transom fractures or wat
87. ting type tanks Connect the fuel line to the outboard Squeeze the fuel line primer bulb several times until it feels firm oF ON Set the lanyard stop switch to RUN position Read the Lanyard Stop Switch safety explanation and Warning in the General Information Section STARTING THE ENGINE TILLER HANDLE MODELS AND MANUAL START REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 6 Shift outboard to neutral N position 7 Position the tilt lock lever down to the lock position Before operating the outboard must be locked in its tilt position Failure to lock the outboard in its tilt position could result in the outboard lifting out of the water when operating in reverse resulting in possible loss of boat control Loss of boat control can result in serious injury death or boat damage 8 Tiller Handle Models Move throttle grip to start position 9 Remote Control Models Move ON OFF switch to the ON position STARTING THE ENGINE TILLER HANDLE MODELS AND MANUAL START REMOTE CONTROL MODELS Note Manual Starting Models For initial start of a new engine or first start after a prolonged storage primer lines may have air in them In this case push in the fuel primer bulb several times until fluid can be felt and then the normal 4 to 6 rapid primes 10 Manual Starting Models If engine is cold push in the fuel primer bulb a rapidly 4 to 6 times 11 Manual Starting Models Pull the starter rope b slowly until you feel
88. use a sudden reduction in boat speed such as the result of plunging into a large wave or wake a sudden throttle reduction or a sharp change of boat direction could throw them over the front of boat Falling over the front of the boat between the two pontoons will position them to be run over by the outboard 1 Boats having an open front deck No one should ever be on the deck in front of the fence while the boat is in motion Keep all passengers behind the front fence or enclosure Persons on the front deck could easily be thrown overboard or persons dangling their feet over the front edge could get their legs caught by a wave and pulled into the water 2 Boats with front mounted raised pedestal fishing seats These elevated fishing seats are not intended for use when the boat 1 traveling faster than idle or trolling speed Sit only in seats designated for traveling at faster speeds Any unexpected sudden reduction in boat speed could result in the elevated passenger falling over the front of the boat Avoid serious injury or death from falling over the front end of a pontoon or deck boat and being run over by the outboard Stay back from the front end of the deck and remain seated while the boat is in motion WAVE AND WAKE JUMPING Operating recreational boats over waves and wakes is a natural part of boating However when this activity is done with sufficient speed to force the boat hull partially or completely out of the wa
89. used portion of the limited warranty by sending the former owner s plastic Owner Warranty Registration Card and a copy of the bill of sale to show proof of ownership In the United States and Canada mail to Mercury Marine W6250 W Pioneer Road P O Box 1939 Fond du Lac WI 54936 1939 Attn Warranty Registration Department A new Owner Warranty Registration Card will be issued with the new owner s name and address Registration records will be changed on the factory computer registration file There is no charge for this service For products purchased outside the United States and Canada contact the distributor in your country or the Mercury Marine Service Office closest to you WARRANTY REGISTRATION United States And Canada 1 Itis important that your selling dealer fills out the Warranty Registration Card completely and mails it to the factory immediately upon sale of the new product 2 It identifies name and address of the original purchaser product model serial number s date of sale type of use and selling dealer s code name and address The dealer also certifies that you are the original purchaser and user of the product 3 Upon receipt of the Warranty Registration Card at the factory you will be issued a plastic Owner Warranty Registration Card which is your only valid registration identification It must be presented to the servicing dealer should warranty service be required Warranty claims will not b
90. warranty for that product 90 10116R40 ob GENERAL INFORMATION BOATER S RESPONSIBILITIES The operator driver is responsible for the correct and safe operation of the boat and safety of its occupants and general public It is strongly recommended that each operator driver read and understand this entire manual before operating the outboard Be sure at least one additional person on board is instructed in the basics of starting and operating the outboard and boat handling in case the driver is unable to operate the boat BEFORE OPERATING YOUR OUTBOARD Read this manual carefully Learn how to operate your outboard properly If you have any questions contact your dealer Safety and operating information that is practiced along with using good common sense can help prevent personal injury and product damage This manual as well as safety labels posted on the outboard use the following safety alerts to draw your attention to special safety instructions that should be followed A DANGER DANGER Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal inju ry or death WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result severe personal injury or death U S COAST GUARD CAPACITY MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER XXX MAXIMUM PERSON CAPACITY POUNDS XXX MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY BOAT HORSEPOWER CAPACITY 1 Do not overpower or overload your boat Most boats will carry a required capacity plate indicating the max
91. with nearby objects It is made as long as it is in its stretched condition to minimize the likelihood of accidental activation should the operator choose to move around in an area close to the normal operator s position If it is desired to have a shorter lanyard wrap the lanyard around the operator s wrist or leg or tie a Knot in the lanyard ob GENERAL INFORMATION LANYARD STOP SWITCH CONTINUED Read the following Safety Information before proceeding Important Safety Information The purpose of a lanyard stop switch is to stop the engine when the operator moves far enough away from the operator s position to activate the switch This would occur if the operator accidentally falls overboard or moves within the boat a sufficient distance from the operator s position Accidental ejections and falls overboard are more likely to occur in certain types of boats such as low sided inflatables or bass boats high performance boats and light sensitive handling fishing boats operated by hand tiller Accidental ejections and falls overboard are also likely to occur as a result of poor operating practices such as sitting on the back of the seat or gunwale at planing speeds standing at planing speeds sitting on elevated fishing boat decks operating at planing speeds in shallow or obstacle infested waters releasing your grip on a steering wheel or tiller handle that is pulling in one direction drinking alcohol or consuming drugs or
92. wn skier on the operator s side of the boat while returning to attend the skier The operator should always have the down skier in sight and never back up to the skier or anyone in the water Report accidents Boat operators are required by law to file a Boating Accident Report with their state boating law enforcement agency when their boat is involved in certain boating accidents A boating accident must be reported if 1 there is loss of life or probable loss of life 2 there is personal injury requiring medical treatment beyond first aid 3 there is damage to boats or other property where the damage value exceeds 500 00 or 4 there is complete loss of the boat Seek further assistance from local law enforcement Serial Number OGXXXXXX 19XX XXXX MAX RECORDING SERIAL NUMBER It is important to record this number for future reference The serial number is located on the outboard as shown a Serial Number b Model Year c Model Designation d Year Manufactured e Certified Europe Insignia as Applicable SPECIFICATIONS Models 30 40 Horsepower 30 40 Kilowatts 22 4 29 8 Full Throttle RPM Speed 4500 5500 5000 5500 Idle Speed in Forward Gear 700 750 RPM Number of Cylinders 2 Piston Displacement 39 3 cu in 644cc Cylinder Bore 2 993 in 76mm Piston Stroke 2 796 in 71mm Recommended Spark Plug NGK BPZ8H N 10 Spark Plug Gap 040 in 1 0mm
93. y should it ever be necessary to contact you Make sure your dealer distributor fills out the warranty registration card immediately and sends the factory copy to the Marine Power International Service Center for your area 90 10116R40 MERCURY MARINE TWO YEARS LIMITED WARRANTY EUROPE WHAT IS COVERED Mercury Marine warrant each new Mercury Outboard Mariner Outboard Jet Products Thruster Electric Trolling Motors Mercruiser Inboard or Sterndrive engine products to be free of defects in material and workmanship during the period described below DURATION OF COVERAGE This Limited Warranty provides coverage for two 2 years from the date the product is first sold to a recreational use retail purchaser or the date on which the product is first put into service whichever occurs first Commercial users of these products receive warranty coverage of two 2 years from the date of first retail sale or the accumulation of 500 hours of operation whichever occurs first Commercial use is defined as any work or employment related use of the product or any use of the product which generates income for any part of the warranty period even if the product is only occasionally used for such purposes The repair or replacement of parts or the performance of service under this warranty does not extend the life of this warranty beyond its original expiration date Unexpired warranty coverage can be transferred to one recreational use to a subsequent

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