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2. WW AN A 0 CH CHECKING AND ADDING ENGINE OIL IMPORTANT Do not overfill Be sure that the outboard is upright not tilted when checking oil 1 Turn the engine off Have the outboard in a level operating position Remove the top cowl 2 Pull out the dipstick a Wipe it with a clean rag or towel and push it back in all the way 3 Pull the dipstick back out again and observe the oil level Oil must be between full mark a and add mark b If the oil level is low remove the oil filler cap c and fill to but not over the upper oil level a IMPORTANT Inspect oil for signs of contamination Oil contaminated with water will have a milky color to it oil contaminated with fuel will smell strongly of fuel If contaminated oil is noticed have the engine checked by your dealer 4 Push the dipstick back in all the way Reinstall the oil filler cap and hand tight 90 10225R30 909142 FEATURES amp CONTROLS REMOTE CONTROL FEATURES Your boat may be equipped with one of 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 Re
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4. 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 product or parts of the product directly to Mercury The warranty registration card 1 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
5. 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 purchasing a stainless steel tilt pin Part Number 17 49930A1 from your dealer and inserting it in whatever adjustment hole in the transom brackets is desired The non stainless steel shipping bolt should not be used in this application other than on a temporary basis 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 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 holes are above the water line 14 POWER TRIM AND TILT CONTINUED 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 Engage the tilt support lever a by rotating knob b to bring the support lever upward 2 Lower outboard to rest on the tilt support lever 3 Disengage the tilt support lever by raising the outboard off the support lever and rotating t
6. 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 Pro longed exposure to carbon monoxide in sufficient concentration 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 gob39 GENERAL INFORMATION EXHAUST EMISSIONS 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 YOU
7. 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 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 informati
8. 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 factory 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 10225R30 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
9. 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 intended 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 10 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 oper
10. 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 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 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 suc
11. 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 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
12. many cases and can be adjusted within limits to reduce any unequal steering effort Note Trim tab adjustment will have little effect reducing steering torque if the outboard 15 installed with the anti ventilation plate approximately 2 inches 50mm or more above the boat bottom Operate your boat at normal cruising speed with the outboard set at the desired transom angle adjustment 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 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 accessible 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 Fuel supply OK 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 b
13. 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 deceleration forces resulting from in accidental 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 obh2 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 movi
14. 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 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 M
15. 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 unused 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 fa
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17. 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 transportationcharges 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 10225R30 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 electr
18. 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 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 90 10225R30 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 hav
19. the starter rope knot into the flywheel notch and wind the rope clockwise around the flywheel 5 Pull the rope slowly until resistance is felt 6 Remove rope ans reposition the rope knot in one of the flywheel notches within the approximate location of Wind the rope approximately 3 4 to one turn clockwise around flywheel Do not exceed one turn 7 Pull the starter rope to start the engine 90 10225R30 oh 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 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 maintenance 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 LZERCURY INFORMAT
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21. until it feels firm a P Ga N Set the lanyard stop switch to RUN position Read the Lanyard Stop Switch safety explanation and Warning in the General Information Section Shift outboard to neutral N position OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINE REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 7 not advance the neutral fast idle speed feature on the remote control The enrichener system will automatically increase engine speed for starting and warm up Note Allow the ignition key to return to the on position after engine starts 8 Turn ignition key to the START position If engine fails to start in ten seconds return key to ON position wait 30 seconds and try again 9 After engine starts 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 will cause engine damage Warming Up Engine Before beginning operation allow the engine to warm up at idling speed for 3 minutes gof78 5 GEAR SHIFTING IMPORTANT Observe the following e Never shift outboard into gear unless engine speed is at idle e Do not shift outboard into Reverse when
22. you ever have a problem 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 1939 Fond du Lac WI 54936 1939 USA Canada Mercury Marine Ltd 905 567 6372 905 567 8515 2395 Meadowpine Blvd Mississauga Ontario L5N 7W6 Australia Pacific Mercury Marine Australia 61 8 9791 5822 61 3 9793 5880 132 140 Frankston Road Dandenong Victoria 3164 Australia Eur
23. 9 ef REENEN 7 Corrosion control anode 19 Propeller replacement 19 Remote preening ONCE uh BGs Gn th lhe he AO tek eG AGRON Nah Hehe deh eG 7 Spark plug inspection and 20 e i eier ete ete ts 20 Protecting people in the 8 Timing n nonan 20 Passenger Safety Message Pontoon Boats And Deck Boats 8 Battery 21 Wave wake jumping 9 21 Impact with underwater hazards 9 Checking E EE 21 ue EE eeh Ee 9 Changing engine ol 21 Selecting accessories for your outboard 10 Gear case lubrication ewes ead EE 22 Submerged outboard 22 Sale Doating SUGGESTIONS geet ee 10 Recording serial number 10 SE SEENEN 10 EENEG Component identification 11 gelen Lee lt e NEE EE ER 23 installing T ee te WEE 11 Propeller Selection 11 Owner Ser
24. E EX CLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES COUNTRIES DO NOTALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS 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 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 M
25. ION THIS ENGINE CONFORMS CALIFORNIA AND U S EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SPARK IGNITION MARINE ENGINES REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUST MENTS IDLE SPEED in TT FAMILY nl 1 g kWh TIMING IN DEGREES C SPARK PLUG COLD VALVE INTAKE CLEARANCE mm a b d EXHAUST oti6 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 Idle Speed f Family Number g Maximum Emission Output for the Engine Family b Engine Horsepower c Timing Specification Pi Displ d Recommended Spark Plug amp Gap h Piston Displacement i Date of Manufact e Valve Clearance if Applicable EE EE 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 levels to exceed their predetermined factory specifications 90 10225R30 17 INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Before Each Use 1 Check engine oil level page 41 Check that lanyard stop switch stops the engine Visually inspect the fuel system for deterioration or leaks 2 3 4 Check outb
26. R OUTBOARD Genuine Mercury Marine Quicksilver Accessories have been specifically designed and tested for your outboard These accessories are available 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 your 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 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
27. Welco Proper care and regular maintenance is an important part 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 du 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 NO 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 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 manu
28. Y SOME STATES COUNTRIES DO NOTALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS 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 90 10225R30 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
29. ad the lanyard stop switch safety explanation and warning in the General Information Section 6 Throttle Friction Adjustment Console Controls require cover removal for adjustment 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 909144 WARNING SYSTEM 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 Warning System Operation If the engine overheats or the oil pressure drops too low the warning system will be activated The warning horn will sound continuously and engine speed will be limited to 2000 RPM Warning System Activated 2 lf the warning system is activated immediately reduce engine speed to idle Shift outboard into neutral and visually check for a steady flow of water discharging from the water pump indicator hole If no water is flowing out the water pump is not working and the engine is overheating See Engine Overheat explanation on the next page If water is discharging from the water pump indicator hole stop engine an
30. ale d 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 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 y por tanto el maximo rendimiento y 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 Manualde Uso y 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
31. and add oil to proper operating level 5 Idle engine for five minutes and check for leaks Stop engine and check oil level on dipstick Add oil if necessary goh86 GEAR CASE LUBRICATION When adding or changing gear case lubricant visually check for the presence of water in the lubricant 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 gear case lubricant for metal particles A small amount of metal filings or 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 drain pan below outboard 3 Remove fill drain plug and vent plugs and drain lubricant ohv18 Gear Case Lubricant Capacity Gear case lubricant capacity is approximately 24 fl oz 710 ml GEAR CASE LUBRICATION CONTINUED Checking Lubricant Level and Filling Gear Case 1 Place outboard in a vertical operating position 2 Remove the front vent plug a and rear vent plug b 3 lubricant tube into the fi
32. ators 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 down 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 49621 Serial Number OGXXXXXX 19XX 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 Model
33. b 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 Torg Drive Hub Propellers Install thrust washer a propeller b continuity washer c thrust hub d propeller nut retainer e and propeller nut f onto the shaft 8 U Drive Hub Propellers Install forward thrust hub a replaceable drive sleeve b propeller c thrust hub d propeller nut retainer e and propeller nut f onto the shaft H Place a block of wood between gear case and propeller and torque propeller nut to 55 Ib ft 75 N m 10 Secure propeller nut by bending three of the tabs into the thrust hub grooves goh94 ole pli Sif 1 Eh H Eh OR dir HI W Gi J Ar ON Lesen 2 8 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 p
34. cies wie Bea SE 15 Operating in freezing temperatures 15 Transter of Waranty EE 2 Operating in SS water or polluted 15 Warranty Registration 2 Engine break in procedure ep Te Te Ye 15 ENEE ENEE 5 Starting the engine remote control models 15 Ge IE n Mercury Marine Two Years Limited Warranty Europe 3 Emergency starting 16 Mercury Marine ONE Year Limited Warranty Confederation of Independent States EE 4 5 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Warranty Coverage ExcluSions e 6 17 Selecting replacement parts for your outboard 17 Inspection and maintenance 17 Flushing the cooling system 18 Boater s responsibilities EE 7 Top cowl removal and installation ee 18 Before operating your outboard 7 Exterior Cale Gt tient outa erty nis Slee ues Gan eee ee ee ee 18 Boat horsepower 7 SE ENEE 18 High speed and high performance boat operation 7 Steering IAK ee En 1
35. 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 address 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 of the Warranty Registration Card from your distributor dealer H you receive a plastic Warranty Registration Card you 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
36. ctory 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 be 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
37. d check the oil level A low oil pressure problem may exist See Low Oil Pressure explanation on the next page 90 10225R30 13 WARNING SYSTEM Engine Overheat Stop the engine If no water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole or flow is intermittent check the cooling water intake holes for obstruction If no obstruction is found there may be a blockage in the cooling system or a water pump problem Have your dealer check the outboard Operating an overheated engine will cause engine damage See the following note If a steady flow of water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole and the engine continues to overheat consult your dealer Operating an overheated engine will cause engine damage See the following note Note Should overheating occur and you are stranded stop the engine and allow it to cool down this will usually allow some additional low speed idle running time before the engine starts to overheat again ogw2 Low Oil Pressure The warning system will be activated if the oil pressure drops too low First stop the engine and check the oil level Add oil if necessary If the oil is at the recommended level and the warning horn continues to sound consult your dealer Engine speed will be limited to 2000 RPM however you should not continue to run engine POWER TRIM AND TILT Your outboard has a trim tilt control called Power Trim This enables the operator to easily adjust the position of t
38. e 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 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 5 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 10225R30 23 3 ENGINE RUNS ERRATICALLY Possible Causes e Overheating Warning horn not working e Low oil pressure Check oil level e Spark plugs fouled or defective Refer to Maintenance Section e Incorrect setup and adjustments e 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 e Fuel pump failure e Ignition system component failure 4 PERFORMANCE LOSS Possible Causes e Overheating Warning horn not working e Low oil pressure Check oil level e Throttle not fully open e Damaged or improper size propeller e Incorrect engine timing adjustments or setup e Boat overloaded or load improperly distribu
39. e adjustments 13 Inspect timing belt page 73 14 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 Every 400 Hours 1 Check and adjust valve clearance if necessary Before Periods of Storage 1 Refer to Storage procedure page 79 These items should be serviced by a authorized dealer 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 IMPORTANT The engine must be run during flushing in order to open the thermostat and circulate water through the water passages Note You can have the outboard tilted or in the vertical operating position during flushing To avoid possible injury when flushing remove the propeller Refer to Propeller Replacement 1 Place the outboard in either the operating position vertical or in a tilted position 2 Remove propeller refer to Propeller Replacement 3 Thread a water hose into the rear fitting Partially open the water tap 1 2 maximum Do not open the water tap all the way as this allows a high pressure flow of water IMPORTANT Do not run engine above idle when flushing Shift outboard into neutral Start the engine a
40. e 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 water 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 gob4 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
41. ealers 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 Mercury 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 WARRAN TIESARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WAR RANTY INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES ARE EX CLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES COUNTRIES DO NOTALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS 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
42. eration the outboard must be correctly installed with four mounting bolts shown Failure to correctly fasten outboard could result in outboard ejecting off boat transom causing serious injury death or property damage 1 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 2 The outboard must be secured to the transom with the four 1 2 inch diameter mounting bolts and locknuts provided with the outboard Install two bolts thru the upper set of holes and two bolts thru the lower set of holes Maximum Outboard Mounting Height 3 mounting height a of the outboard must not exceed 25 in 635 mm for EL models and 30 in 762 mm for EXL models Mounting the outboard higher may cause damage to the gear case components 90 10225R30 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 not recommended International Use a major brand of automotive unleaded gasoline with a minimum posted octane rating of 9ORON Automotive gasolines that contain fuel in
43. ercury 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 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 10225R30 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
44. g 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 self locking 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 and self locking nylon insert locknut Part Number 11 34863 First torque bolt a to 20 Ib ft 27 1 N m then torque locknut to 20 Ib ft 27 1 N m CORROSION CONTROL ANODE Your outboard has control anodes at different locations An anode helps protect the outboard against galvanic corrosion by sacrificing its metal to be slowly eroded instead of the outboard metals Each anode requires 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 1 The gear case has two corrosion control anodes a Another anode b is installed on the bottom of the transom bracket assembly An anode helps protect the outboard against galvanic corrosion by sacrificing its metal to be slowly eroded instead of the outboard me
45. h 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 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
46. he lever down 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 gog63 09 6 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 Operate the engine at slow speed only If engine speed exceeds 2000 RPM the outboard will automatically return down to the maximum trim range 90 10225R30 gog54 FEATURES amp CONTROLS 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
47. he 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 osf1 Power Trim Operation With most boats operating around the middle of the trim 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 og FEATURES amp CONTROLS 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 paralle
48. ical 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 Precision 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 WARRAN TIESARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WAR RANTY INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES AR
49. icant 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 6 with light weight oil 6 Steering Link Rod Pivot Points Lubricate points CHECKING POWER TRIM FLUID Tilt outboard to the full up position and engage the tilt support lock 8 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 90198 CHANGING ENGINE OIL Engine Oil Capacity 5 U S Quarts 5 0 Liter Oil Changing Procedure 1 Tilt the outboard up to the trailer position 2 Turn the steering on the outboard so that the drain hole a is facing downward Remove drain plug and drain engine oil into an appropriate container Lubricate the seal on the drain plug with oil and reinstall MAINTENANCE CHANGING ENGINE OIL Changing Oil Filter 1 Place rag or towel below the oil filter to absorb any spilled 2 Unscrew old filter by turning the filter to the left a 3 Clean the mounting base Apply film of clean oil to filter gasket Do not use grease Screw new filter on until gasket contacts base then tighten 3 4 to 1 turn Oil Filling 4 Remove the oil fill cap b
50. inor 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 services 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 conse
51. jector 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 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
52. l to the water surface 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 Result in quicker planing off especially with a heavy load or a stern heavy boat Generally improve the ride in choppy water SS N 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
53. ll hole and add lubricant until it appears at the front vent hole d At this time install the front vent plug and sealing washer a 4 Continue adding lubricant until it appears at the rear vent hole e 5 Stop adding lubricant Install the rear vent plug and sealing washer b before removing lubricant tube D Remove lubricant tube and reinstall cleaned fill drain plug and sealing washer f 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 oib14 Fuel system IMPORTANT Gasoline containing alcohol ethanol or methanol can cause a formation of acid during storage and can damage the fuel system If the gasoline being used contains alc
54. lug Inspection and Replacement Section for correct procedure for removing spark plug boots 1 Remove the spark plugs and inject a small amount of engine oil inside of each cylinder 2 Rotate the flywheel manually several times to distribute the oil in the cylinders Reinstall spark plugs 3 Change the engine oil oie1 Gear Case 1 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 manufacturer s 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 ojb8 1 STARTER MOTOR WILL NOT CRANK THE ENGINE Possible Causes e 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 failure e Wiring or electrical connection faulty e Starter motor or starter solenoid failur
55. lug if electrode is worn or the insulator is rough cracked broken blistered or fouled 3 Set the spark plug See Specification Chart in General Information Section 4 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 Ib ft 27 N m FUSE REPLACEMENT The electrical wiring circuits on the outboard are protected from overload by fuses If a fuse is blown try to locate and correct the cause of the overload If the cause is not found the fuse may blow again Remove the electrical cover and remove the fuse with the fuse puller Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If band is broken a replace the fuse with a new fuse with the same amperage rating 1 WN Electric Cover Fuse Puller Fuse Covers Fuse 30A 2 Fuse 20A 2 Spare Fuses TIMING BELT INSPECTION Inspect the timing belt and have it replaced by an authorized dealer if any of the following conditions are found Cracks in the back of the belt or in the base of the belt teeth Excessive wear at the roots of the cogs Rubber portion swollen by oil Belt surfaces roughened Signs of wear on edges or outer surfaces of belt o gop Loose 90 10225R30 MAINTENANCE BATTERY INSPECTION The battery should be inspected at periodic intervals to ensure proper engine starting capability IMPORTANT Read the safety and maintenance i
56. n minor injury or product or property damage U S COAST GUARD CAPACITY MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER XXX MAXIMUM PERSON CAPACITY POUNDS XXX MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY XXX BOAT HORSEPOWER CAPACITY 1 Do not overpower or overload your boat Most boats will carry a required capacity plate indicating the maximum 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 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 Hi Performance Boat Operation booklet Part Number 90 86168 from your dealer distributor or Mercury Marine 90 10225R30 OUTBOARD REMOTE CONTROL MODELS 1 The remote c
57. nd flush the cooling system for at least 5 minutes Keep engine speed at idle 5 Stop the engine Turn off the water and remove hose Reinstall the propeller goh108 TOP COWL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Removal 1 Pull out the front cowl latch 2 Lift up the rear cowl latch Remove the top cowl Installation Lower top cowl into position over engine Push down the rear cowl latch to lock down the rear and push in the front cowl latch to lock down the front EXTERIOR CARE Your outboard is protected with a durable baked enamel finish Clean and wax often using marine cleaners and waxes 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 the 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 conditi
58. ng gear case or any solid device rigidly attached to a moving boat or gear case PASSENGER SAFETY MESSAGE PONTOON BOATS 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 because 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 pon
59. nstructions which accompany your battery 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 90196 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 5 with Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants 2 4 C Marine Lubricant with Teflon or Special Lubricate 101 2 Swivel Bracket Lubricate through fitting Support Lever Lubricate through fitting 4 Tilt Tube Lubricate through fitting 90 10225R30 21 LUBRICATION POINTS CONTINUED 5 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 lubr
60. oard for tightness on transom 5 Check steering system for binding or loose components 6 Visually check steering link rod fasteners for proper tightness page 67 7 Check propeller blades for damage After Each Use 1 Flush out the outboard cooling system if operating in salt or polluted water page 63 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 74 2 Change engine oil and replace the oil filter The oil should be changed more often when the engine is operated under adverse conditions such as extended trolling page 76 3 Replace spark plugs at first 100 hours or first year After that inspect spark plugs every 100 hours or once yearly Replace spark plugs as needed page 71 4 Inspect thermostat visually for corrosion and broken spring Make sure thermostat closes completely at room Temperature 5 Check engine fuel filter for contaminants page 66 6 Check engine timing setup 7 Check corrosion control anodes Check more frequently when used in salt water page 68 8 Drain and replace gear case lubricant page 78 and 79 9 Lubricate splines on the drive shaft 10 Check power trim fluid 75 11 Inspect battery page 73 12 Check control cabl
61. oating 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 water 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 surface
62. ohol 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 and engine fuel system with treated stabilized fuel to help prevent 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 fill the engine fuel system 90 10225R30 oi STORAGE Protecting External Outboard Components 1 Lubricate all outboard components listed in the Inspection and Maintenance Schedule 2 Touch up any paint nicks See your dealer for touch up paint 3 Spray Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants Corrosion Guard on external metal surfaces except corrosion control anodes oid20 Protecting Internal Engine Components Note Make sure the fuel system has been prepared for storage Refer to Fuel System on previous page IMPORTANT Refer to Spark P
63. on 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 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
64. ons are found the fuel line or primer bulb must be replaced goh23 FUEL SYSTEM Engine Fuel Filter Inspect the sight bowl b for water accumulation The sight bowl is equipped with a float d that floats on water If water is present remove sight bowl and drain the water Also inspect the filter element c for sediment Clean filter as follows Removal 1 Read Fuel System servicing information and Warning on the previous page 2 Hold onto the cover a to prevent it from turning and remove the sight bowl b Pull out the filter element Wash it with cleaning solvent and allow it to dry Installation 4 Push the filter element into the cover 5 Reinstall the float d into the sight bowl 6 Place the O ring seal e into its proper position on the sight bowl and screw the sight bowl hand tight into the cover IMPORTANT Visually inspect for fuel leakage from the filter by squeezing the primer bulb until firm forcing fuel into the filter 90 10225R30 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 Part Number 10 14000 and self locking nylon insert locknuts b amp 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 steerin
65. ontrol 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 outboard requires that the remote control used with it must have 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
66. ope Middle East Africa Marine Power Europe Inc 32 87 32 32 11 32 87 31 19 65 Parc Industriel de Petit Rechain B 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 90 10225R30 ok MAINTENANCE LOG Record here all maintenance performed on your outboard Be sure to save all work orders and receipts lt 90 10225R30
67. 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 warranty for that product 90 10225R30 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 obb1 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 a SC to draw your attention to special safety instructions that should be ollowed A DANGER DANGER Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal inju ry or death 1 WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe personal injury or death 1 CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices which could result i
68. quential 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 replacement 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 in 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
69. 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 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 WARRAN TIESARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WAR RANTY INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES ARE EX CLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANT
70. 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 section 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 d
71. s do not spray on corrosion control anodes as this will reduce the effectiveness of the anodes 90 10225R30 15 ENGINE BREAK IN PROCEDURE Severe damage to the engine can result by not complying with the follow ing Engine Break in Procedure 1 For the first hour of operation run the engine at varied throttle settings not exceeding 3500 RPM or at approximately half throttle For the second hour of operation run the engine at varied throttle settings to 4500 RPM or at three quarter throttle and during this period of time run it at full throttle for approximately one minute every ten minutes 3 For the next eight hours of operation avoid continuous operation at full throttle for more than five minutes at a time Z STARTING THE ENGINE 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 Check the engine oil level Make sure the cooling water intake is submerged Open fuel tank vent screw in filler cap on manual venting type fuel tanks Squeeze the fuel line primer bulb several times
72. s 115 Horsepower 115 Kilowatts 85 8 Full Throttle RPM Range 5000 6000 RPM Idle Speed in Neutral Gear 750 50 RPM Number of Cylinders 4 Piston Displacement 106 2 cid 1741 Cylinder Bore 3 110 in 79 mm Stroke 3 496 in 88 8 mm Valve Clearance Cold Intake Valve 0 007 0 009 in 0 17 0 23mm Exhaust Valve 0 012 0 014 0 31 0 34 NGK LFR6A 11 0 043 in 1 1 2 07 1 Refer to Fuel Section Recommended Spark Plug Spark Plug Gap Gear Ratio Recommended Gasoline Refer to Fuel Section 24 0 fl oz 710 mL 5 Quarts 5 Liter Recommended Oil Gear Case Lubricant Capacity Engine Oil Capacity Battery Rating Operation Above 32 F 0 C 465 Marine Cranking Amps MCA or 350 Cold Cranking Amps CCA Operation Below 32 F 0 C 1000 Marine Cranking Amps MCA or 750 Cold Cranking Amps CCA 70 100 Ampere Hours Ah With engine fully warmed up 90 10225R30 gob27 90 11 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
73. 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 25W 40 10W 30 ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS We recommend the use of Mercury or Quicksilver SAE 10W 30 multi viscosity 4 stroke outboard oil for general all temperature use If SAE 25W 40 multi viscosity oil is preferred see chart above use Mercury MerCruiser 4 cycle engine oil or Quicksilver sterndrive amp inboard 4 cycle engine oil Never use 4 cycle engine oil that is not certified to meet or exceed any or combination of the following American Petroleum Institute API Service Classification SH SG SF CF 4 CE CD CDII Severe engine damage may result from use of an inferior oil Recommended SAE Viscosity for engine oil e SAE 10W 30 viscosity oil is recommended for use in all temperatures e SAE 25W 40 viscosity oil may be used at temperatures above 40 F 4 goe2 al d A a D
74. 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 propeller to break loose 0049 ob GENERAL INFORMATION COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Top Cowl Bottom Cowl Water Pump Indicator Hole Drive Shaft Housing Anti Ventilation Plate Trim Tab Auxiliary Tilt Switch Transom Brackets EN eS eS e 9 Gear Case 10 Cooling Water Intake Holes TRANSPORTING TRAILERING BOAT OUTBOARD 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 INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Do not rely on the power trim tilt system or tilt support lever Se to maintain proper ground clearance for trailering The outboard tilt support INSTALLING OUTBOARD lever is not intended to support the outboard for trailering Shift the outboard to forward gear This prevents the propeller from spinning freely Before op
75. tals Note Do not remove center bolt f until cover had been removed from engine 2 Three anodes d are installed in the engine Remove anodes at locations shown Install each anode with rubber seal e and cover c Tighten bolts to 70 Ib in 8 Nm torque 90 10225R30 19 goh208 PROPELLER REPLACEMENT If the propeller shaft is rotated while the engine is in gear there is the pos sibility 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 1 Shift outboard to neutral N position IMPORTANT Refer to Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement Section for correct procedure for removing spark plug leads 2 Remove spark plug leads to prevent engine from starting 3 Straighten the bent tabs on the propeller nut retainer 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 MAINTENANCE PROPELLER REPLACEMENT 6 Coat the propeller shaft with Quicksilver or Precision Lubricants Anti Corrosion Grease or 2 4 C Marine Lubricant with Teflon IMPORTANT To prevent the propeller hu
76. ted e Excessive water in bilge e Boat bottom is dirty or damaged 5 BATTERY WILL NOT HOLD CHARGE Possible Causes e Battery connections are loose or corroded e Low electrolyte level in battery e Worn out or inefficient battery e Excessive use of electrical accessories e Defective rectifier alternator or voltage regulator 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 factory trained 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
77. 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 When shifting always stop at neutral position and allow the engine speed to return to idle 3 Always shift outboard into gear with a quick motion 4 After shifting outboard into gear advance the lever further to increase speed STOPPING THE ENGINE 5 Reduce engine speed and shift outboard to neutral position Turn ignition key to OFF position EMERGENCY STARTING If the starter system fails use the spare starter rope provided and follow procedure 1 Remove flywheel cover 2 Shift outboard to neutral N position Turn the ignition key to ON position When using emergency starter rope to start engine the start in gear pro tection 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 To prevent getting an electrical shock DO NOT touch any ignition com ponent wiring or spark plug wire when starting or running the engine EMERGENCY STARTING 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 the flywheel cover or top cowl when engine is running 4 Place
78. toon 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 90 10225R30 GENERAL INFORMATION 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 water 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 IMPACT WITH UNDERWATER HAZARDS Reduce
79. vice Assistance ti Local Repair Service EE 23 EEN 2 Trailering Boat Outboard 11 ae E gt Fuel amp Mercury Marine Service Offices 24 Maintenance Log Gasoline lt 12 Fling HUST E 12 E Ten ee WEE 25 Engine oil recommendations 12 The description and specifications contained herein were in effect at the time this manual was approved for printing Mercury Marine whose policy is one of Checking and adding engine ol 12 continued improvement reserves the right to discontinue models at any time to change specifications designs methods or procedures without notice and Features amp Controls without incurring obligation Mercury Marine Fond du Lac Wisconsin U S A Remote control features 13 2002 Mercury Marine Waning 13 The following are registered trademarks of Brunswick Corporation AutoBlend Power Trim and tilt 13 Force Jet Prop Mariner Merc MerCathode MerCruiser Mercury Mercury gluten TEE 15 Marine Quicksilver RideGuide and Thruster 90 10225R30 1 GB WARRANTY INFORMATION TRANSFER OF WARRANTY The limited warranty is transferable to a subsequent purchaser but

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