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135/150/175 Verado (4-Stroke) - Brunswick Marine in EMEA

1. 14791 a Rear cover b Rear cowl latch 3 Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the pencil coils Remove the mounting bolts that are securing the pencil coils Pull the pencil coils from the spark plugs using a twisting motion a Wiring harness connector c Bolt b Pencil coil 5 Remove the spark plugs to inspect Replace spark plug if electrode is worn threads of seal area are corroded or the insulator is rough cracked broken blistered or fouled 65 MAINTENANCE 14794 6 Set the spark plug gap to specifications 1 ng ob00680 Spark Plug Spark Plug Gap 0 8 mm 0 0315 in 7 Saltwater use Apply a thin coating of Anti Seize Compound only on threads of spark plugs ro Pae Spark plug threads 92 881091K1 Before installing spark plugs clean off any dirt on the spark plug seats Install plugs finger tight and then tighten 1 4 turn or torque to specifications Despi om bm f be 9 Push pencil coils into place over the spark plugs using a twisting motion 10 Secure coils with retained bolts Torque to specifications Danion Sd om en oa pee AI MH Reconnect the wiring harness connectors to pencil coil connections 66 MAINTENANCE a Wiring harness connector c Bolt b Pencil coil 12 Reinstall the rear cowl latch and rear cover Torque to specifications 13 Reinstall top cowl Fuses The electrical wiring circuits on the outb
2. IMPORTANT Visually inspect for fuel leakage from the filter while turning the ignition key to the RUN position forcing fuel into the filter 14764 Corrosion Control Anode The outboard has corrosion 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 Two anodes are located on each side of the gearcase Another anode is installed on the bottom of the transom bracket assembly 62 MAINTENANCE Propeller Replacement 1 Shift outboard to neutral position 2 Straighten the bent tabs on the propeller nut retainer 0b00376 3 Place a block of wood between gearcase and propeller to hold propeller and remove propeller nut NG L 3 4 Pull propeller straight off shaft If propeller is seized to the shaft and cannot be removed have the propeller removed by an authorized dealer 0b01672 5 To aid in future removal of the propeller liberally coat the propeller shaft splines with one of the following Mercury Quicksilver products Tube Ref No Where Used Part No 92 80286
3. Top Cowl Removal and Installation 54 Cleaning Care for Top and Bottom Cowls Battery Inspection DTS Battery Specifications Air Filter Fuel System Corrosion Control Anode Propeller Replacement Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement DTS Wiring System Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Checking Power Trim Fluid Checking Power Steering Fluid Changing Engine Oll Gearcase Lubrication Storage Preparation Protecting External Outboard Components Protecting Internal Engine Components Gearcase Positioning Outboard For Storage Battery Storage Troubleshooting Starter Motor Will Not Crank the Engine Engine Will Not Start oooooo Engine Starts But Will Not Shift Into Gear Engine Runs ErfatidalY ee sediaan anna aan pala Aa naa ina dani TABLE OF CONTENTS Performance Loss Battery Will Not Hold Charge Owner Service Assistance Local Repair Service Service Away From Home Parts And Accessories Inquiries Service Assistance vi WARRANTY INFORMATION Transfer Of Warranty The limited warranty is transferable to a subsequent purchaser but only for the remainder of the unused portion of the limited warranty This will not apply to products used for commercial applications To transfer the warranty to the subsequent owner send or fax a copy of the bill of sale or purchase agreement new owner s name address and engine
4. Select key Used to select System View on screen options if equipped Refer to System View Operation Manual for screen options 23 3410 Arrow trackpad Used to scroll through System View displays if equipped Refer to System View Operation Manual for screen options Throttle only station select key Allows the boat operator to increase engine RPM for warm up without shifting the engine into gear Allows the boat operator to select which station will be used for dual helm applications Refer to Operation Starting The Engine Detent tension adjustment Refer to Operation Remote Control Adjustments Control handle friction adjustment screw Refer to Operation Remote Control Adjustments FEATURES AND CONTROLS CONSOLE MOUNT FEATURES DUAL ENGINE Trim tilt switch Refer to Power Trim and Tilt Control handles Forward F Neutral N Reverse R Active light Illuminated when remote control is active and ready to use Neutral light Illuminated when engine is in neutral gear position Blinks when engine is in throttle only mode Select key Used to select System View on screen options if equipped Refer to System View Operation Manual for screen options f 24 Arrow trackpad Used to scroll through System View displays if equipped Refer to System View Operation Manual for screen options Sync light Illuminated when the auto synchronizing feature is engaged Refer to Operati
5. 90 RON minimum Premium gasoline 98 RON is also acceptable If unleaded gasoline is not available use a major brand of leaded gasoline USING REFORMULATED OXYGENATED GASOLINES USA ONLY This type of gasoline is required in certain areas of the USA The 2 types of oxygenates used in these fuels are Alcohol Ethanol or Ether MTBE or ETBE If Ethanol is the oxygenate that is used in the gasoline in your area refer to Gasolines Containing Alcohol These Reformulated Gasolines are acceptable for use in your Mercury Marine engine GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If the gasoline in your area contains either methanol methyl alcohol or ethanol ethyl alcohol you should be aware of certain adverse effects that can occur These adverse effects are more severe with methanol Increasing the percentage of alcohol in the fuel can also worsen these adverse effects Some of these adverse effects are caused because the alcohol in the gasoline can absorb moisture from the air resulting in a separation of the water alcohol from the gasoline in the fuel tank The fuel system components on your Mercury Marine engine will withstand up to 10 alcohol content in the gasoline We do not know what percentage your boat s fuel system will withstand Contact your boat manufacturer for specific recommendations on the boat s fuel system components fuel tanks fuel lines and fittings Be aware that gasolines containing alcohol may cause increased Corrosion
6. Corrosion Warranty Coverage And Exclusions paku Boater s Responsibilities Before Operating Your Outboard Boat Horsepower Capacity High Speed And High Performance Boat Operation Outboard Remote Control Models Lanyard Stop Switch Protecting People In The Water Passenger Safety Message Pontoon Boats And Deck Boats Wave And Wake Jumping Impact With Underwater Hazards Exhaust Emissions Selecting Accessories For Your Outboard Safe Boating Suggestions Recording Serial Number 135 150 175 Specifications International Component Identification Installing Outboard Propeller Selection Traitering Oa OUD Oar fesse javuspeee ce na lane naa Aa KA AAN ERA Aa 18 Fuel Recommendations Filling Fuel Tank Engine Oil Recommendations Checking and Adding Engine Oil Remote Control Features Warning System TABLE OF CONTENTS Power Timang Ki denah BnR nh naa BIA NE Nan anu nama 31 Pre Starting Check List Operating In Freezing Temperatures Operating In Salt Water Or Polluted Water Setting Trim Angle While Running Engine at Idle Speed Engine Break in Procedure Starting The Engine Gear Shifting Dual Helm Station Transfer Synchronizing Dual Engines Stopping The Engine Remote ControliAdjustments sai eare eneee an ane nak 51 Outboard Care EPA Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Schedule Flushing The Cooling System
7. 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 stopping the engine immediately Always properly connect both ends of the stop switch lanyard to the stop switch and the operator Avoid serious injury or death from deceleration forces resulting from 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 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 Occupants could be thrown forward due to unexpected loss of forward motion a particular concern for passengers in the front of the boat who could be ejected over the bow and possibly struck by the gearcase or propeller Loss of power and directional control in heavy seas strong current or high winds Loss of control when docking Protecting People In The Wate
8. 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 Proof of registered ownership 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 electrical system corrosion corrosion resulting from damage corrosion which causes purely cosmetic damage abuse or improper service corrosion to accessories instruments steering systems corrosion to factory installed jet drive unit damage due to marine growth product sold with less than a one year limited Product warranty replacement parts parts purchased by customer products used in a commercial application Commercial use is defined as any work or employment related use of the product or any use of the
9. Product information following Start up Single beep Normal system test Water in fuel Four beeps every 2 Water in engine mounted minutes fuel filter Refer to Maintenance Water Separating Fuel Filter 28 FEATURES AND CONTROLS Low battery Four beeps every 2 Battery charging unable to minutes keep up with demand Raise engine speed to increase charge or shut down accessories to reduce demand Cooling system problem Continuous Engine Guardian System is activated Power limit will vary with level of overheat Shift outboard into neutral and check for a steady stream of water coming out of the water pump indicator hole If no water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole or flow is intermittent stop engine and check water intake holes for obstruction Oil pressure low Continuous Engine Guardian System is activated Power limit will vary depending on available oil pressure Stop engine and check oil dipstick Add oil if necessary Refer to Fuel and Oil Checking and Adding Engine Oil 29 FEATURES AND CONTROLS Engine overspeed Continuous The warning horn is activated any time the engine speed exceeds the maximum allowable RPM The system will limit the engine speed to within the allowable range Engine overspeed indicates a condition that should be corrected Overspeed could be caused by incorrect propeller pitch engine height trim angle tilt angle shallow water operation etc Engin
10. THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE AS A RESULT THEY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND COUNTRY TO COUNTRY 3 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion WHAT IS COVERED Mercury Marine warrants that each new Mercury Mariner Mercury Racing Sport Jet M2 Jet Drive Tracker by Mercury Marine Outboard Mercury MerCruiser Inboard or Sterndrive Engine Product will not be rendered inoperative as a direct result of corrosion for the period of time described below WARRANTY INFORMATION DURATION OF COVERAGE This limited corrosion warranty provides coverage for three 3 years from either 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 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 subsequent non commercial use purchaser upo
11. and not damaged Check that the intake silencer if equipped is in place Check that the idle relief muffler if equipped is in place Check for loose hose clamps and rubber boots if equipped on the air intake assembly EVERY 300 HOURS OF USE OR THREE YEARS IMPORTANT Engine oil must be drained before removing gearcase to avoid oil spillage Perform scheduled water pump replacement in combination with an engine oil change Replace water pump impeller more often if overheating occurs or reduced water pressure is noted 1 1 These items should be serviced by an authorized dealer 53 MAINTENANCE 1 Replace high pressure in line fuel filter Replace spark plugs at first 300 hours or three years After that inspect spark plugs every 300 hours or three years Replace spark plugs as needed See Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement 1 Replace accessory drive belt See Accessory Drive Belt Inspection BEFORE PERIODS OF STORAGE Refer to Storage procedure See Storage section 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 NOTE The outboard can be tilted or in the vertical operating position during flushing 1 With the engine turned off place the outboard in either the operating position vertical or in a tilted posi
12. assembly b Air filter 2 Install the upper half of the flywheel cover sub assembly to the lower flywheel cover sub assembly Ensure the upper flywheel cover latch opening is properly secured to the lower flywheel cover 58 MAINTENANCE 14314 a Upper flywheel cover latch opening b Lower flywheel cover latch Push the two sub assemblies together and install three screws Tighten the three screws to the specified torque 14309 4 Install the flywheel cover onto the resonator and the front mounting post 5 Align the flywheel cover rear bolt holes with the rear mounting posts 6 Secure the flywheel cover to the rear mounting posts with two bolts with washers Tighten bolts to the specified torque 59 MAINTENANCE lt lt 15247 a Flywheel cover bolts c Engine ventilation hose b FSM vent hose Description Nm bim br 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 IMPORTANT Use an approved container to collect and store fuel Wipe up spilled fuel immediately Material used to contain spilled fuel must be disposed of in an approved receptacle Before servicing any part of the fuel system 1 Stop engine and disconnect the battery 2 Perform fuel system service in a wel
13. boat when on plane if outboard is trimmed extremely in or down and there is a pull on the steering wheel or tiller handle In rare circumstances the owner may decide to limit the trim in This can be accomplished by purchasing a stainless steel tilt pin 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 2 Trimming Out or Up can Lift the bow higher out of the water e Generally increase top speed Increase clearance over submerged objects or a shallow bottom Increase steering torque or pull to the left at a normal installation height with the normal right hand rotation propeller In excess can cause boat porpoising bouncing or propeller ventilation Cause engine overheating if any cooling water intake holes are above the water line TILTING TO FULL UP POSITION Tilt At Helm IMPORTANT Turning key to the START position while the engine is running will result in engine shut down while leaving the DTS system active This will allow the use of the power trim tilt from the remote control handle 1 Shut off engine by a Turning the key to the START position then releasing it to the ON position b Turning the key to OFF position and returning it to the ON position 2 Press the trim tilt switch to the up position The outboard will tilt up until
14. engine starts check for a steady stream of water flowing out of the water pump indicator hole 15301 IMPORTANT If no water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole stop engine and check the 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 Throttle Only Station Select Button This feature allows the boat operator to increase engine RPM for warm up without shifting the engine into gear O neua RT _ STOP O 12204 1 Move the control handle into neutral position 2 Depress shift lock button press and hold the throttle only station select button while moving the control handle ahead to the forward detent 3 Hold in the button until the horn sounds twice and the neutral light starts flashing The flashing light indicates that the throttle only is engaged 4 Advance the control handle to increase engine RPM Engine RPM is limited to prevent engine damage 5 To disengage return the control handle back to neutral position SHADOW MODE REMOTE CONTROL ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURE Before starting read the Pre Starting Check List Special Operating Instructions and Engine Break in Procedure in the Operation Section Never start or operate your ou
15. 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 Recording Serial Number It is important to record this number for future reference The serial number is located on the outboard as shown 14 GENERAL INFORMATION Serial Number XXXXXXXX a Serial number d Year manufactured Model year e Certified Europe Insignia as applicable c Model designation 135 150 175 Specifications International e sae IumberorGyinders o S Right Hand Rotation Gearcase Lubricant Capacity 970 ml 32 8 fl 5z Left Hand Rotation Gearcase Lubricant Capacity 900 mi 30 4 Nez Engine Oil Capacity With Oil Filter Replacement 6 9 liters 6 3 qt With engine fully warmed up 15 GENERAL INFORMATION Mods nson 1000 Marine Cranking Amps MCA 800 Cold Battery Rating Cranking AMPS CCA or 180 Ampere Hour Ah Sound at Drivers Ear ICOMIA 39 94 Component Identification 14811 a Engine flush f Anti ventilation plate Auxiliary tilt switch g Gearcase c Top cowl h Cooling water intake holes Bottom cowl i Transom brackets e Engine oil drain j Tilt lock level INSTALLATION Installing Outboard Before operation the outboard must be correctly installed with the requ
16. on what engines are running Refer to the following table 26 FEATURES AND CONTROLS Port Engine Center Engine Starboard Engine sae paris unction Port engine throttle and shift controlled by port control handle Starboard engine throttle and shift controlled by starboard control Running Running Running handle Center engine throttle average of port and starboard engines Center engine shift neutral unless both engines are in the same gear Port and center engine throttle and Running Running ou shift controlled by port control handle Starboard and center engine throttle and shift Off Running Running controlled by starboard control handle Port engine throttle and shift controlled by port control handle Running Off Running Starboard engine throttle and shift controlled by starboard control handle Port engine throttle Running Off Off and shift controlled by port control handle 27 FEATURES AND CONTROLS Port Engine Center Engine Starboard Engine T pends unction Starboard engine throttle and shift Running controlled by starboard control handle Center engine throttle and shift neutral idle unless both control handles are in the same gear Off ignition key F Off ignition key switch turned on switch turned on Turning off one of the outer engines while underway will cause the center engine to go into forced neutral idle Operation to the center engine can be r
17. out of the neutral position 48 OPERATION SG Pd 3428 Advance the control lever to further increase speed DTS CONSOLE MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL IMPORTANT Never shift outboard into gear unless engine speed is at idle Do not shift outboard into forward or reverse when the engine is not running The outboard has three gear shift positions to provide operation Forward F Neutral N and Reverse R When shifting always stop at neutral position and allow the engine speed to return to idle Advance the control lever to further increase speed Dual Helm Station Transfer The throttle only station select button allows the boat operator to select which remote control is in control of the engine operation The active light is illuminated at the remote control station that is in control of the engine Avoid serious injury or death from loss of boat control The boat operator should never leave the active station while engine is in gear Helm transfer should only be attempted while both stations are manned One person helm transfer should only be performed while engine is in neutral NOTE Idle position is preferred when doing a station transfer If conditions do not allow the remote control to be placed at idle position a station transfer can be done while in gear NOTE Pressing and releasing station select button at new station allows the engine control to be transferred to the new station The control will a
18. position and try again ACC K I L Ss i GY 3485 7 The ACTIVE light located on the console remote control key pad will become illuminated once the engine is started and communicating with the remote control HROTTLE ONLY STATION SELECT 8 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 the 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 Throttle Only Station Select Button This feature allows the boat operator to increase engine RPM for warm up without shifting the engine into gear 39 OPERATION 1 Move the control handle into neutral position 2 Press and hold the throttle only station select button while moving the control handle ahead to the forward detent 3 Hold in the button until the horn sounds twice and the neutral light starts flashing The flashing light indicates that the throttle only is engaged 4 Advance the control handle to increase engine RPM Engine RPM is limited to prevent engine damage 5 To disengage return the control handle back to neutral position CONSOLE MOUNT DUAL ENGINE START
19. product which generates income for any part of the warranty period even if the product is only occasionally used for such purposes Corrosion damage caused by stray electrical currents on shore power connections nearby boats submerged metal is not covered by this corrosion warranty and should be protected against by the use of a corrosion protection system such as the Mercury Precision Parts or Quicksilver MerCathode system and or Galvanic Isolator Corrosion damage caused by improper application of copper base anti fouling paints is also not covered by this limited warranty If anti fouling protection is required Tri Butyl Tin Adipate TBTA base anti fouling paints are recommended on Outboard and MerCruiser boating applications In areas where TBTA base paints are prohibited by law copper base paints can be used on the hull and transom Do not apply paint to the outboard or MerCruiser product In addition care must be taken to avoid an electrical interconnection between the warranted product and the paint For MerCruiser product an unpainted gap of at least 38 mm 1 5 in should be left around the transom assembly Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual for additional details 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 WARRANTY INFORMATION DIS
20. the fuel intake air intake or exhaust system or damage to the product from insufficient cooling water caused by blockage of the cooling system by a foreign body running the engine out of water mounting the engine too high on the transom or running the boat with the engine trimmed out too far Use of the product for racing or other competitive activity or operating with a racing type lower unit at any point even by a prior owner of the product voids the warranty Expenses related to haul out launch towing storage telephone rental inconvenience slip fees insurance coverage loan payments loss of time loss of income or any other type of incidental or consequential damages are not covered by this warranty Also expenses associated with the removal and or replacement of boat partitions or material caused by boat design for access to the product are not covered by this warranty No individual or entity including Mercury Marine authorized dealers has been given authority by Mercury Marine to make any affirmation representation or warranty regarding the product other than those contained in this limited warranty and if made shall not be enforceable against 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
21. using the ignition key or the start stop button located on the remote control handle 6 Ignition key starting Turn the ignition key to START position and release the key The electronic starting system will automatically crank the engine for starting If the engine fails to start the engine will stop cranking Turn the key to START position again until engine starts ACC SIN La 2 GY 3485 7 Start stop button Turn the ignition key to ON position and press start stop button and release The electronic starting system will automatically crank the engine for starting If the engine fails to start the engine will stop cranking Press start stop button and release again until engine starts 3414 36 OPERATION 8 After engine starts check for a steady stream of water flowing out of the water pump indicator hole 15301 IMPORTANT If no water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole stop engine and check the 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 Throttle Only Button This feature allows the boat operator to increase engine RPM for warm up without shifting the engine into gear 3416 1 Move the control handle into neutral position 2 Depr
22. 7Q1 H Anti Corrosion Propeller shaft 7 Grease splines 63 MAINTENANCE Tube Ref No Where Used 2 4 C Marine Propeller shaft 6 Flo Torg II Drive Hub Propellers Install forward thrust hub replaceable drive sleeve propeller thrust hub propeller nut retainer and propeller nut onto the shaft 0b00421 a Propeller nut d Propeller b Propeller nut retainer e Replaceable drive sleeve c Thrust hub f Forward thrust hub 7 Flo Torg IV Drive Hub Propellers Install forward thrust hub replaceable drive sleeve propeller thrust hub propeller nut retainer and propeller nut onto the shaft ans A ES 1 d 14797 a Propeller nut d Propeller b Propeller nut retainer e Replaceable drive sleeve c Thrust hub f Forward thrust hub 8 Place a block of wood between gearcase and propeller and torque to specifications pew fe f e et Secure propeller nut by bending three of the tabs into the thrust hub grooves 0b00422 64 MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement 1 Remove top cowling Refer to Cowl Removal and Installation 2 Togain access to the bottom spark plug remove the rear cowl latch and rear cover Remove the two screws securing the rear cover and remove the rear cover Remove the six screws securing the rear cowl latch and remove the latch Retain the two hex nuts that are used to fasten the top two screws
23. ANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUST MENTS IDLE SPEED in gear FAMILY cc FEL EGREES RK PLUG GAP COLD VALVE INTAKE CLEARAN CE mm EXHAUST 0b00366 a Idle speed f Family number b Engine horsepower g Maximum emission output for the engine c Piston displacement family d Date of manufacture h Timing specification e Valve clearance if applicable i Recommended spark plug and gap OWNER RESPONSIBILITY The owner operator is required to have routine engine maintenance performed to maintain emission levels within prescribed certification standards 52 MAINTENANCE 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 Inspection And Maintenance Schedule BEFORE EACH USE Check engine oil level See Fuel amp Oil Checking and Adding Engine Oil Check that lanyard stop switch stops the engine Visually inspect the fuel system for deterioration or leaks Check outboard for tightness on transom Check steering system for binding or loose components Visually check hydraulic steering fittings and hoses for leaks or signs of damage Check tie bar fasteners multiple outboard rigs for proper tightness Check propeller blades for damage AFTER EACH USE Flush out the outboard cooling system if operating i
24. CLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FORA PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE AS A RESULT THEY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE AND COUNTRY TO COUNTRY 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
25. DURE 1 Before washing rinse the cowls with clean water to remove dirt and dust that may scratch the surface 2 Wash the cowls with clean water and a mild non abrasive soap Use a soft clean cloth when washing 3 Dry thoroughly with a soft clean cloth 4 Wax the surface using a non abrasive automotive polish polish designed for clear coat finishes Remove the applied wax by hand using a clean soft cloth 5 To remove minor scratches use Mercury Marine Cowl Finishing Compound 92 859026K 1 Battery Inspection The battery should be inspected at periodic intervals to ensure proper engine starting capability IMPORTANT Read the safety and maintenance instructions 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 non conductive shield to prevent accidental shorting of battery terminals DTS Battery Specifications IMPORTANT Do not use deep cycle batteries for the main engine starting battery 55 MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT Boating industry standards BIA ABYC etc federal standards and Coast Guard regulations must be adhered to when installing the battery Ensure that battery cable installation meets the pull test requ
26. ES AND CONTROLS Power Trim and Tilt The outboard has a trim tilt control called power trim This enables the operator to easily adjust the position of the outboard by pressing the trim switch 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 This is the range used while operating the boat on plane The term tilt is generally used when referring to adjusting the outboard further up out of the water With the engine turned off and ignition switch turned on 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 14834 a Trim switch c Tilt range b Trim range 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 The most significant control hazard is a pull or torque that can be felt on the steering wheel or tiller handle This stee
27. ING PROCEDURE Before starting read the Pre Starting Check List Special Operating Instructions and Engine Break in Procedure in the Operation Section Never start or operate your outboard even momentarily without water circulating through all the cooling water intake holes in the gearcase to prevent damage to the water pump running dry or overheating of the engine 1 Make sure the cooling water intakes are submerged Ai U 14836 2 Check the engine oil level ob00667 3 Open fuel tank vent on manual venting type tanks 40 OPERATION 0b00348 NOTE The engine will not start unless the lanyard is set to the RUN position 4 Set the lanyard stop switch to the RUN position Refer to General Information Lanyard Stop Switch 0b00350 5 Shift outboard to neutral N position 6 Turn the each ignition key to START position and release the key The electronic starting system will automatically crank the engine for starting If the engine fails to start the engine will stop cranking Return the key to START position and try again Repeat the procedure for the second engine 3485 7 The ACTIVE light is illuminated to show the helm is active and ready for use 41 OPERATION SYNC EYO STATION SELECT 3424 8 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
28. NTROL FEATURES o O o De FE o Q NA at OD 9 14642 a Trim tilt switch Refer to Power Trim f Arrow trackpad Used to scroll through and Tilt System View displays if equipped Refer b Control handle Forward F Neutral to System View Operation Manual for N Reverse R screen options c Active light Illuminated when remote g Sync light Illuminated when the auto control is active and ready synchroning feature is engaged Refer to d Neutral light Illuminated when engine Operation Starting The Engine is in neutral gear position Blinks when h Throttle only station select key Allows the boat operator to increase engine RPM for warm up without shifting the engine into gear Allows the boat operator to select which station will be used for dual helm applications Refer to Operation Starting The Engine i Detent tension adjustment Refer to Operation Remote Control Adjustments j Control handle friction adjustment screw Refer to Operation Remote Control Adjustments engine is in throttle only mode e Select key Used to select System View on screen options if equipped Refer to System View Operation Manual for screen options Throttle and Shift Operation Movement of the handles on the remote control allows the boat operator to control the engine throttle speed and gear shift positions of all three engines The throttle and shift function is dependant
29. RAINING GEARCASE 1 Place outboard in a vertical operating position 2 Remove propeller Refer to Propeller Replacement 3 Place drain pan below outboard 4 Remove vent plug and fill drain plug and drain lubricant 0b01529 a Vent plug b Fill drain plug GEARCASE LUBRICANT CAPACITY Gearcase lubricant capacity is approximately 970 ml 32 8 fl oz GEARCASE LUBRICANT RECOMMENDATION Mercury or Quicksilver High Performance Gear Lubricant CHECKING LUBRICANT LEVEL AND REFILLING GEARCASE 1 Place outboard in a vertical operating position 2 Remove vent plug sealing washer 3 Remove fill drain plug Place lubricant tube into the fill hole and add lubricant until it appears at the vent hole 73 MAINTENANCE 0b01530 a Vent hole b Fill hole IMPORTANT Replace sealing washers if damaged 4 Stop adding lubricant Install the vent plug and sealing washer before removing the lubricant tube 5 Remove lubricant tube and reinstall cleaned fill drain plug and sealing washer 74 STORAGE 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 operate your outboard even momentarily without water circulating through all the cooling w
30. Welcome Aboard Proper care and maintenance is an important part in keeping your Mercury Product operating at peak efficiency 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 Details of your nearest dealer can be found on www marinepower com where country maps and full contact information are displayed Is your engine properly registered for warranty purpose Please check on www marinepower com If necessary please contact your local dealer Declaration of Conformity This outboard motor s serial number plate contains in the lower corner left hand corner either the CE mark alone or the CE mark accompanied by a notified body number This outboard motor manufactured by Mercury Marine Fond du Lac WI USA or Marine Power Europe Inc Park Industriel de Petit Rechain Belgium complies with the requirements of the following directives by meeting the associated standards as amended If the CE mark is accompanied by a notified body number the following Recreational Craft Directive applies Recreational Craft Directive 2003 44 EC amending 94 25 EC The notified body responsible for surveillance of the quality system under Full Quality Assurance Module H of Directive 2003 44 EC is Det Norske Veritas Norway Notified Body Number 0575 If the CE mark is not accompanied by a notif
31. and Optimax engines must use a marine starting patery with 1900 MCA 800 CCA or 180 Ah DO NOT USE WING IMPORTANT NUTS Battery cable size and length is critical Refer to engine installation manual for size requirements 37 895387 1 Place decal on or near battery box for future service reference 5 16 and 3 8 hex nuts supplied for wing nut replacement Metric hex nuts not supplied 3486 56 MAINTENANCE Air Filter The air filter is located within the flywheel cover assembly The air filter removes airborne particles which may damage engine components The air filter design allows for maximum unrestricted air flow during engine operation AIR FILTER REMOVAL 1 Remove the FSM vent hose and the engine ventilation hose from the flywheel cover 2 Remove the bolts securing the flywheel cover to the rear mounting posts 15247 a Flywheel cover bolts c Engine ventilation hose b FSM vent hose 3 Lift the flywheel cover off the front mounting post and the intake resonator 4 Remove three screws holding the upper flywheel cover to the lower flywheel cover 14309 5 Separate the two flywheel cover sub assemblies to access the air filter 6 Remove the air filter from the lower flywheel cover assembly 57 MAINTENANCE a Flywheel cover sub assembly b Air filter AIR FILTER INSTALLATION 1 Install the air filter onto the flywheel cover sub assembly a Flywheel cover sub
32. ard wrap the lanyard around the operator s wrist or leg or tie a knot in the lanyard a ENNI 0b00310 a Lanyard cord b Lanyard stop switch GENERAL INFORMATION 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 Falling overboard and accidental ejections are more likely to occur in certain types of boats such as low sided inflatables bass boats high performance boats and light sensitive handling fishing boats operated by a hand tiller Falling overboard and accidental ejections are also likely to occur as a result of poor operating practices such as sitting on the back of the seat or gunwale at planing speeds standing at planing speeds sitting on elevated fishing boat decks operating at planing speeds in shallow or obstacle infested waters releasing your grip on a steering wheel or tiller handle that is pulling in one direction drinking alcohol or consuming drugs or 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
33. arine At the time of sale the dealer should complete the warranty registration and immediately submit it to Mercury Marine via MercNET E mail or mail Upon receipt of this warranty registration Mercury Marine will record the registration 3 Upon processing the warranty registration Mercury Marine will send registration verification by mail to the purchaser of the product If this registration verification is not received within 30 days please contact your selling dealer immediately Warranty coverage is not effective until your product is registered with Mercury Marine Warranty Registration Outside The United States And Canada 1 Itis important that your selling dealer fills out the Warranty Registration Card completely and mails it to the distributor or Marine Power Service Center responsible for administering the warranty registration claim program for your area 2 The Warranty Registration Card identifies your name and address product model and serial numbers 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 WARRANTY INFORMATION 3 A 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 sh
34. ater intake holes in the gearcase to prevent damage to the water pump running dry or overheating of the engine 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 alcohol it is advisable to drain as much of the remaining gasoline as possible from the fuel tank remote fuel line and engine fuel system IMPORTANT This outboard is equipped with a closed fuel system when the engine is not running With this closed system fuel within the engine s fuel system other than the fuel tank will remain stable during normal storage periods without the addition of fuel treatment stabilizers Fill the fuel tank and engine fuel system with treated stabilized fuel to help prevent formation of varnish and gum Proceed with the following instructions 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 Permanently Installed Fuel Tank Pour the required amount of gasoline stabilizer follow instructions on container into a separate container and mix with approximately one liter one quart of gasoline Pour this mixture into fuel tank Protecting External Outboard Components Touch up any paint nicks See your dealer for touch up paint Spray Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lu
35. bricants Corrosion Guard on external metal surfaces except corrosion control anodes p External metal 92 802878Q5 120 Protecting Internal Engine Components IMPORTANT Refer to Maintenance Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement for correct procedure for removing spark plugs Remove pencil coils and spark plugs Spray approximately 30 ml 1 fl oz of Storage Seal Rust Inhibitor into each spark plug hole Storage Seal Rust 92 802878Q5 Inhibitor Spark plug holes ara Actuate key push button start switch to crank the engine through one start cycle which will distribute the storage seal throughout the cylinders Reinstall spark plugs and pencil coils 75 STORAGE Gearcase Drain and refill the gearcase lubricant refer to Maintenance Gearcase Lubrication 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 gearcase could freeze and cause damage to the outboard Battery Storage Follow the battery manufacturer s instructions for storage and recharging Remove the battery from the boat and check water level Recharge if necessary Store the battery in a cool dry place Periodically check the water level and recharge the battery during storage 76 TROUBLESHOOTING Sta
36. calm day swimmers and passengers in an enclosed area of a stationary boat that contains or is near a running engine may be exposed to a hazardous level of carbon monoxide WHILE BOAT IS STATIONARY OZIZ Cais Be ag 0b00317 a Running the engine when the boat is b Mooring close to another boat that has its moored in a confined space engine running WHILE BOAT IS MOVING 0b00318 a Running the boat with the trim angle of b Running the boat with no forward the bow too high hatches open Selecting Accessories For Your Outboard Genuine Mercury Precision or Quicksilver Accessories have been specifically designed and tested for your outboard These accessories are available from Mercury Marine dealers 13 GENERAL INFORMATION Check with your dealer before installation of accessories The misuse of acceptable accessories or the use of unacceptable accessories can result in serious injury death or product failure 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 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 sugges
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38. death or serious injury WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or property damage It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices Boat Horsepower Capacity 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 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 GENERAL INFORMATION U S COAST GUARD CAPACITY MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER XXX MAXIMUM PERSON CAPACITY POUNDS XXX MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY XXX 0b00306 High Speed And High Performance Boat Operation 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 reguesting an initial orientation and familiarization demonstration ride with your dealer
39. e communication Intermittent beep Engine Guardian System Remote control failure is activated Power limit will restrict engine speed to idle Single beep engine May be a problem with running one of the engine functions Have your dealer check the engine Sensor Actuator out of soon range Continuous Engine Guardian System is activated Power limit will restrict engine speed to either idle or 75 depending on fault ENGINE GUARDIAN SYSTEM The Engine Guardian System monitors the critical sensors on the engine for any early indications of problems The system will respond to a problem by emitting a continuous beep and or reducing engine power in order to provide engine protection If Guardian System has been activated reduce throttle speed The problem will need to be identified and corrected if possible The system must be reset before the engine will operate at higher speeds Moving the throttle lever back to the idle position will reset the system SMARTCRAFT PRODUCT A Mercury SmartCraft System instrument package can be purchased for this outboard A few of the functions the instrument package will display are engine RPM coolant temperature oil pressure water pressure battery voltage fuel consumption and engine operating hours The SmartCraft Instrument package will also aid in Engine Guardian diagnostics The SmartCraft Instrument package will display critical engine alarm data and potential problems 30 FEATUR
40. e for use with or on the product Refer to the Maintenance section Our limited warranty does not apply to any damage to our products caused by the installation or use of parts and accessories which are not manufactured or sold by us Failures which are not related to the use of those parts or accessories are covered under warranty if they otherwise meet the terms of the limited warranty for that product GENERAL INFORMATION Boater s Responsibilities The operator driver is responsible for the correct and safe operation of the boat and safety of its occupants and general public It is strongly recommended that each operator driver read and understand this entire manual before operating the outboard Be sure at least one additional person on board is instructed in the basics of starting and operating the outboard and boat handling in case the driver is unable to operate the boat Before Operating Your Outboard Read this manual carefully Learn how to operate your outboard properly If you have any questions contact your dealer Safety and operating information that is practiced along with using good common sense can help prevent personal injury and product damage This manual as well as safety labels posted on the outboard use the following safety alerts to draw your attention to special safety instructions that should be followed A DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided will result in
41. e 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 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 occurs get low and hang on to a boat hand hold 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 Impact With Underwater Hazards Reduce speed and proceed with caution whenever you drive a boat in shallow water areas or in areas where you suspect 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 of 24 to 40 km h 15 to 25 MPH 11 GENERAL INFORMATION emg 0b00315 To avoid serious injury or death fr
42. e the engine to overheat Have the outboard checked by your dealer Operating the engine while overheated will cause engine damage Warming up engines Throttle Only Station Select Button This feature allows the boat operator to increase engine RPM for warm up without shifting the engines into gear 47 6 OPERATION neutrat C eee 14658 Move the control handles into neutral position Press and hold the throttle only station select button while moving the control handles ahead to the forward detent Hold in the button until the horn sounds twice and the neutral lights starts flashing The flashing lights indicates that the throttle only is engaged Advance the control handles to increase engine RPM Engine RPM is limited to prevent engine damage To disengage return the control handles back to neutral position The warm up mode can be re activated by turning off and re starting the engines Gear Shifting DTS PANEL MOUNT REMOTE CONTROL IMPORTANT Never shift outboard into gear unless engine speed is at idle Do not shift outboard into forward or reverse when the engine is not running The outboard has three gear shift positions to provide operation Forward F Neutral N and Reverse R 3427 When shifting always stop at neutral position and allow the engine speed to return to idle Panel mount remote control requires the operator to always press shift lock while moving the control handle
43. eatly reduced speeds Avoid serious injury or death from loss of boat control Continued boating with major impact damage can result in sudden outboard component failure with or without subsequent impacts Have the outboard thoroughly inspected and any necessary repairs made Exhaust Emissions BE ALERT TO CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING Carbon monoxide is present in the exhaust fumes of all internal combustion engines This includes the outboards sterndrives and inboard engines that propel boats as well as the generators that power various boat accessories Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas that is odorless colorless and tasteless Early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning which should not be confused with seasickness or intoxication include headache dizziness drowsiness and nausea Avoid the combination of a running engine and poor ventilation Prolonged exposure to carbon monoxide in sufficient concentration can lead to unconsciousness brain damage or death 12 GENERAL INFORMATION GOOD VENTILATION Ventilate passenger area open side curtains or forward hatches to remove fumes 0b00316 Example of desired air flow through the boat POOR VENTILATION Under certain running and or wind conditions permanently enclosed or canvas enclosed cabins or cockpits with insufficient ventilation may draw in carbon monoxide Install one or more carbon monoxide detectors in your boat Although the occurrence is rare on a very
44. ection b Fuel tank filter obstructed c Stuck anti siphon valve located on permanently built in type fuel tanks d Fuel line is kinked or pinched Fuel pump failure Ignition system component failure 77 TROUBLESHOOTING Performance Loss POSSIBLE CAUSES Overheating Warning horn not working Low oil pressure Check oil level Throttle not opening fully Damaged propeller or improper propeller size Incorrect engine timing adjustment or setup Boat overloaded or load improperly distributed Excessive water in bilge Boat bottom is dirty or damaged Battery Will Not Hold Charge POSSIBLE CAUSES Battery connections are loose or corroded Low electrolyte level in battery Worn out or inefficient battery Excessive use of electrical accessories Defective rectifier alternator or voltage regulator Open circuit in the alternator output wire fused link 78 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 equipment and 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 obta
45. ed wrong b Relief hole above water line correct 34 OPERATION Engine Break in Procedure Severe damage to the engine can result by not complying with the Engine Break in Procedure 1 For the first two hours of operation run the engine at varied throttle settings up to 4500 RPM or at three quarter throttle and at full throttle for approximately one minute every ten minutes 2 For the next eight hours of operation avoid continuous operation at full throttle for more than five minutes at a time Starting The Engine PANEL MOUNT SINGLE ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURE Before starting read the Pre Starting Check List Special Operating Instructions and Engine Break in Procedure in the Operation Section Never start or operate your outboard even momentarily without water circulating through all the cooling water intake holes in the gearcase to prevent damage to the water pump running dry or overheating of the engine 1 Make sure the cooling water intake is submerged J 7 a U 14836 2 Check the engine oil level ob00667 3 Open fuel tank vent on manual venting type tanks 0b00348 NOTE The engine will not start unless the lanyard is set to the RUN position 35 OPERATION 4 Set the lanyard stop switch to the RUN position Refer to General Information Lanyard Stop Switch 0b00350 5 Shift outboard to neutral N position 3413 NOTE The engine can be started by
46. en the two pontoons will position them to be run over by the outboard 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 0b00312 Avoid serious injury or death from falling over the front end of a pontoon or deck boat and being run over Stay back from the front end of the deck and remain seated while the boat is in motion BOATS WITH FRONT MOUNTED RAISED PEDESTAL FISHING SEATS Elevated fishing seats are not intended for use when the boat is 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 10 GENERAL INFORMATION 0b00313 Wave And Wake Jumping Operating recreational boats over waves and wake 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 0b00314 The primary concern is the boat changing direction whil
47. ess shift lock button press and hold the throttle only button while moving the control handle ahead to the forward detent The horn sound indicates that throttle only is engaged 3 Advance the control handle to increase engine RPM Engine RPM is limited to prevent engine damage 4 To disengage return the control handle back to neutral position CONSOLE MOUNT SINGLE ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURE Before starting read the Pre Starting Check List Special Operating Instructions and Engine Break in Procedure in the Operation Section Never start or operate your outboard even momentarily without water circulating through all the cooling water intake holes in the gearcase to prevent damage to the water pump running dry or overheating of the engine 1 Make sure the cooling water intake is submerged 37 OPERATION 14836 2 Check the engine oil level ob00667 3 Open fuel tank vent on manual venting type tanks 0b00348 NOTE The engine will not start unless the lanyard is set to the RUN position 4 Set the lanyard stop switch to the RUN position Refer to General Information Lanyard Stop Switch 0b00350 5 Shift outboard to neutral N position 38 OPERATION 6 Turn the ignition key to START position and release the key The electronic starting system will automatically crank the engine for starting If the engine fails to start the engine will stop cranking Return the key to START
48. estored by moving the control handle of the functioning outer engine back into neutral position and then re engaging The center engine speed and gear shift will then be controlled by the functioning outer engine Turning off the center engine while underway will have no effect on the operation of the outer engines If a failure should occur while underway which causes one of the outer engines into forced neutral idle condition the center engine will also be forced to neutral idle Operation to the center engine can be restored by moving the control handle of the functioning outer engine back into neutral and then re engaging Operation of the shift and throttle is controlled by the movement of the control handles Push the control handles forward from the neutral to the first detent for forward gear Continue pushing the control handles forward to increase speed Pull the control handles back from neutral to the first detent for reverse gear Continue pulling back to increase speed Warning System WARNING HORN SIGNALS When the key switch is turned to the ON position the horn located on the command module harness will turn on for a moment as a test to indicate the horn is working The warning horn will emit either a continuous beep or intermittent short beeps This will alert the operator and help identify the following listed situations For visual display of the specific engine functions and for additional engine data refer to SmartCraft
49. f oil filter 4 Clean the oil filter mounting base 5 Apply film of clean oil to filter gasket Do not use grease 6 Screw new filter on until gasket contacts base then tighten 3 4 to 1 turn OIL FILLING 1 Remove the oil fill cap and add recommended oil to the midpoint of the operating range midpoint of cross hatched region Adding approximately 6 liters 6 3 quarts will bring oil level to midpoint of cross hatched region Reinstall oil fill cap 3 With outboard in water or cooling water flush hose connected idle engine for five minutes to check for leaks at the oil filter 4 Stop engine and check oil level Refer to Checking and Adding Engine Oil 72 MAINTENANCE Gearcase Lubrication When adding or changing gearcase 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 gearcase 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 gearcase Examine the drained gearcase lubricant for metal particles A small amount of 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 D
50. for signs of contamination Oil contaminated with water will have a milky color to it oil contaminated with fuel will have a strong fuel smell If contaminated oil is noticed have the engine checked by your dealer 7 Push the dipstick back in all the way 8 Reinstall the oil fill cap hand tight 9 Reinstall top cowl 21 FEATURES AND CONTROLS Remote Control Features PANEL MOUNT FEATURES Lanyard lanyard stop switch Refer to General Information Lanyard Stop Switch Control handle Forward F Neutral N Reverse R Shift lock Refer to Operation Gear Shifting Trim tilt switch Refer to Power Trim and Tilt 22 Throttle only button Allows the boat operator to increase engine RPM for warm up without shifting the engine into gear Stop start button Allows the boat operator to start or stop the engine without using the ignition key Detent tension adjustment Refer to Operation Remote Control Adjustments Control handle friction adjustment screw Refer to Operation Remote Control Adjustments FEATURES AND CONTROLS CONSOLE MOUNT FEATURES SINGLE ENGINE tenor ONLY STATION SELS Control handle Forward F Neutral f N Reverse R Trim tilt switch Refer to Power Trim and Tilt Active light Illuminated when remote g control is active and ready Neutral light Illuminated when engine is in neutral gear position Blinks when engine is in throttle only mode
51. he accessory drive 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 V grooves Excessive wear at the roots of the grooves Rubber portion swollen by oil Belt surfaces roughened Signs of wear on edges or outer surfaces of belt 68 MAINTENANCE Checking Power Trim Fluid 1 Tilt outboard to the full up position and engage the tilt support lever ob00687 2 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 0b01095 114 Op Said Power trim system 92 802880Q1 Checking Power Steering Fluid Remove power steering cover and fill cap to check fluid level The fluid level should be slightly below the bottom of the fill hole Use SAE OW 30 synthetic power steering fluid if needed 69 MAINTENANCE Ly IM f A 4 ODDO 9 x P nz 0b01527 a Power steering cover c Fill full level b Fill cap Synthetic Power Steering Fluid SAE Power steering system 92 858002K01 OW 30 Changing Engine Oil ENGINE OIL CAPACITY Engine oil capacity is approximately 7 0 liters 7 4 quarts PUMP METHOD IMPORTANT Tilt outboard out up past vertica
52. he area who can perform the work required or have no facilities to haul out etc and prior factory approval has been given to have the work performed at this facility 7 Allincidental and or consequential damages storage charges telephone or rental charges of any type inconvenience or loss of time or income are the owner s responsibility 8 Use of other than Mercury Precision or Quicksilver parts when making warranty repairs 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 WARRANTY INFORMATION Participating in or preparing for racing or other competitive activity or operating with a racing type lower unit 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 Lower unit and or propeller damage caused by striking a submerged object is considered a marine hazard Water entering engine through the fuel intake air intake or exhaust system or submersion 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 Use of fuels and lubricants which are not suitabl
53. ied body number the following Recreational Craft Directive language applies Recreational Craft Directive 94 25 EC Owner s manual A 2 5 ISO 10240 Handling characteristics A 4 ISO 8665 2 5 25 90 10249061 705 135 150 175 Verado 4 Stroke 2005 Mercury Marine General steering system ABYC P 17 The following applies to all product covered by this manual Safety of Machinery Directive 98 37 EC Principles of safety integration 1 1 2 EN 292 1 EN 292 2 EN 1050 Noise 1 5 8 ICOMIA 39 94 Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89 336 EC Generic emission standard EN 61000 6 3 Generic immunity standard EN 61000 6 1 Vehicles boats and internal combustion engine driven devices radio disturbance SAE J551 CISPR 12 characteristics Electrostatic discharge testing NIA Sa an This declaration is issued under the sole responsibility of Mercury Marine and Marine Power Europe Fe Patrick C Mackey President Mercury Marine Fond du Lac WI USA European Regulations Contact Regulations and Product Safety Department Mercury Marine Fond du Lac WI USA TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY INFORMATION Transfer Of Warranty Warranty Registration United States And Canada Warranty Registration Outside The United States And Canada FourStroke Outboard Limited Warranty United States Canada Europe Confederation of Independen States Middle East and Africa 3 Year Limited Warranty Against
54. in service contact the nearest Mercury Marine Service Office Parts And Accessories Inquiries All inquiries concerning genuine replacement parts and accessories should be directed to your local authorized dealer The dealer has the necessary information to order parts and accessories for you When inquiring on parts and accessories the dealer requires the model and serial number to order the correct parts Service Assistance Your satisfaction with your outboard product is very important to your dealer and to us If you ever have a problem question or concern about your outboard product contact your dealer or any authorized Mercury Marine 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 for assistance Mercury Marine will work with you and your dealership to resolve all problems The following information will be needed by the service office Your name and address Daytime telephone number Model and serial number of your outboard The name and address of your dealership Nature of problem Mercury Marine Service Offices For assistance call fax or write Please include your daytime telephone number with mail and fax corresponden
55. indicator hole stop engine and check the 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 Throttle Only Station Select Button This feature allows the boat operator to increase engine RPM for warm up without shifting the engines into gear STATION SELECI 3425 1 Move the control handles into neutral position 2 Press and hold the throttle only station select button while moving the control handles ahead to the forward detent 3 Hold in the button until the horn sounds twice and the neutral lights starts flashing The flashing lights indicates that the throttle only is engaged 4 Advance the control handles to increase engine RPM Engine RPM is limited to prevent engine damage 42 OPERATION 5 To disengage return the control handles back to neutral position 6 The warm up mode can be re activated by turning off and re starting the engines SLIM BINNACLE SINGLE ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURE Before starting read the Pre Starting Check List Special Operating Instructions and Engine Break in Procedure in the Operation Section Never start or operate your outboard even momentarily without water circulating through all the cooling water intake holes in the gearcase to preven
56. ines will automatically engage when the speed of both engines are over 900 RPM for two seconds and remote control handles are positioned within 5 of each other Auto Synchronizing will stay engaged up to 95 throttle opening The Sync light will turn on when the engines are synchronized STATION SELECT 3434 To disengage move one or both control handles until they are more than 5 apart reduce engine speed below 900 RPM or increase engine speed beyond 95 Stopping The Engine IMPORTANT Turning key to the START position while the engine is running will result in engine shut down while leaving the DTS system active This will allow the use of the power trim tilt from the remote control handle 50 OPERATION Reduce engine speed and shift outboard to neutral position Turn ignition key to OFF position Ma A SY 3482 Remote Control Adjustments ACC K l 0b01170 a Detent tension adjustment b Control handle friction adjustment screw 1 Remove cover to gain access to screws 2 Detent tension adjustment The detent screw can be adjusted to increase or decrease the effort needed to move the control handle into or out of detent position 3 Control handle friction adjustment The friction adjustment screw can be adjusted to increase or decrease the overall effort to move the control handle This will help prevent unwanted motion of the handle in rough water 4 Turn screw towards to increase fricti
57. ing bottom 1 Reduce engine speed below 2000 RPM 2 Tilt outboard up Make sure all the water intake holes stay submerged at all times 3 Operate the engine at slow speed only If engine speed exceeds 2000 RPM the outboard will automatically return down to the maximum trim range 33 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 Itis illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Know the waters and area you will be boating tides currents sand bars rocks and other hazards Make inspection checks listed in Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance Schedule Operating In Freezing Temperatures When using your outboard or having your outboard moored in freezing or near freezing temperatures keep the outboard tilted down at all times so the gearcase is submerged This prevents trapped water in gearcase from freezing and causing possible damage to the water p
58. ired mounting hardware as shown Failure to correctly fasten outboard could result in outboard ejecting off boat transom causing serious injury death or property damage We strongly recommend that your dealer install your outboard and related accessories to ensure proper installation and good performance If you install the outboard yourself follow instructions in the Outboard Installation Manual which is provided with the outboard The outboard must be secured to the transom with the four 12 7 mm 1 2 in diameter mounting bolts and locknuts provided Install two bolts through the upper set of holes and two bolts through the lower set of holes ob00658 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 General Information Specifications This RPM range allows for better acceleration while maintaining maximum boat speed 0b00323 If changing conditions cause the RPM to drop below the recommended range such as warmer more humid weather operation at higher elevations increased boat load or a dirty boat bottom gearcase 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 cond
59. irements and that positive battery terminal is properly insulated in accordance with regulations IMPORTANT It is recommended required in some states that the battery be installed in an enclosed case Refer to regulations for your area NOTE Due to the wide variety of battery manufacturers throughout the world ratings and physical battery sizes will vary Check with the manufacturer for a starting battery with a MCA CCA or Ah specification that will be equal to or greater than the SAE Standard J537 specified previously IMPORTANT For DTS products each engine must be equipped with its own starting battery If your boat application requires additional battery loads for boat accessories or marine electronics it is recommended that an auxiliary battery or batteries be installed Hex nuts must be used to secure battery leads to battery posts to avoid loss of electrical power When connecting engine battery hex nuts must be used to secure battery leads to battery posts Torgue nuts to specifications er ae NN IMPORTANT Battery cable size and length is critical Refer to Battery Cable Size tables or engine installation manual for size requirements Decal needs to be placed on or near battery box for future service reference One 5 16 in and one 3 8 in hex nut are supplied per battery for wing nut replacement Metric hex nuts are not supplied DO NOT USE DEEP CYCLE BATTERIES DTS Digital Throttle and Shift applications
60. ition steering effort equal in both directions without causing the propeller to break loose 17 TRANSPORTING Trailering Boat Outboard Trailer your boat with the outboard tilted down in a vertical operating position If 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 C IMPORTANT Do not rely on the power trim tilt system or tilt support lever to maintain proper ground clearance for trailering The outboard tilt support lever is not intended to support the outboard for trailering Shift the outboard to forward gear This prevents the propeller from spinning freely 14825 18 FUEL AND OIL Fuel Recommendations IMPORTANT Use of improper gasoline can damage your engine Engine damage resulting from the use of improper gasoline is considered misuse of the engine and damage caused thereby will not be covered under the limited warranty FUEL RATINGS Mercury Marine engines will operate satisfactorily when using a major brand of unleaded gasoline meeting the following specifications USA and Canada having a posted pump Octane Rating of 87 R M 2 minimum Premium gasoline 92 R M 2 Octane is also acceptable Do NOT use leaded gasoline Outside USA and Canada having a posted pump Octane Rating of
61. l for approximately one minute to allow trapped oil to drain back to the oil sump IMPORTANT To reduce or prevent oil spillage when removing the oil filter make sure that the outboard is upright not tilted and the engine is cold or has not run for at least one hour 1 Tilt outboard out up past vertical for approximately one minute to allow trapped oil to drain back to the oil sump 2 Place the outboard in a vertical position Remove dipstick and slide adapter tube of crankcase oil pump through oil dipstick hole to bottom of engine oil sump 70 MAINTENANCE Crankcase Oil Pump 91 90265A 5 Aids in the removal of engine oil without draining the crankcase 4 Pump out the engine oil into an appropriate container DRAIN METHOD 1 Tilt outboard up to the trailer position 2 Turn the outboard so that the drain hole is facing downward 3 Remove the drain plug seal and drain the engine oil into an appropriate container 4 Lubricate seal washer on the drain plug with oil and reinstall CHANGING OIL FILTER IMPORTANT To reduce or prevent oil spillage when removing the oil filter ensure that the outboard is upright not tilted and the engine is cold or has not run for at least one hour 1 Remove the top cowl 2 Place a rag or towel below the oil filter to absorb any spilled oil 3 Unscrew old filter using oil filter wrench and turning the filter counterclockwise 71 MAINTENANCE Assists in removal o
62. l ventilated area 3 Inspect any completed service work for sign of fuel leakage FUEL LINE INSPECTION Visually inspect the fuel line for cracks swelling leaks hardness or other signs of deterioration or damage If any of these conditions are found the fuel line must be replaced WATER SEPARATING FUEL FILTER NOTE The warning system will turn on when water in the fuel filter reaches the full level This filter removes moisture and debris from the fuel If the filter holder becomes filled with water the water can be removed If the filter becomes plugged with debris replace the filter Refer to the Inspection and Maintenance Schedule for the proper maintenance interval Filter Removal 1 Turn ignition key switch to OFF position 2 Remove fuel vapor purge relief valve cap located at the rear of the engine 60 MAINTENANCE 3 Place rag or towel around valve release pressure by pushing core of valve end in 13282 4 Unscrew the filter in a counterclockwise direction to remove 61 MAINTENANCE Filter Draining 1 Slide filter holder up to release from bracket Hoses and wire harness can remain attached to filter holder 2 Tip the filter holder to drain any fluid into an approved container 13468 Filter Installation 1 Position filter holder onto bracket and secure filter holder in place 2 Lubricate the sealing ring on the filter with oil 3 Install the filter and tighten securely by hand
63. lity to react quickly Prepare other boat operators Instruct at least one other person on board in the basics of starting and operating the outboard and boat handling in case the driver becomes disabled or falls overboard Passenger boarding Stop the engine whenever passengers are boarding unloading or are near the back stern of the boat Just shifting the outboard into neutral is not sufficient Be alert The operator of the boat is responsible by law to maintain a proper lookout by sight and hearing The operator must have an unobstructed view particularly to the front No passengers load or fishing seats should block the operators view when operating the boat above idle speed Never drive your boat directly behind a water skier in case the skier falls As an example your boat traveling at 40 km h 25 MPH will overtake a fallen skier 61 m 200 ft in front of you in 5 seconds 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 assist 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
64. made in the country to which distribution is authorized by us Should you have any questions concerning warranty coverage contact your authorized dealer They will be pleased to answer any questions that you may have GENERAL EXCLUSIONS FROM WARRANTY 1 Minor adjustments and tune ups including checking cleaning or adjusting spark plugs ignition components carburetor settings filters belts controls and checking lubrication made in connection with normal 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 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 t
65. n 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 Corrosion prevention devices specified in the Operation and Maintenance Manual must be in use on the boat and routine maintenance outlined in the Operation and Maintenance Manual must be timely performed including without limitation the replacement of sacrificial anodes use of specified lubricants and touch up of nicks and scratches in order to maintain warranty coverage Mercury Marine reserves the right to make warranty coverage contingent upon 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 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
66. n salt or polluted water See Flushing the Cooling System Wash off all salt deposits and flush out the exhaust outlet of the propeller and gearcase with fresh water if operating in salt water EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE OR ONCE YEARLY WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST 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 See Changing Engine Oil Inspect thermostat visually for corrosion and or for a broken spring Make sure thermostat closes completely at room temperature Check engine water separating fuel filter for contaminants Clean and or replace filter See Fuel System Check corrosion control anodes Check more frequently when used in salt water See Corrosion Control Anodes Drain and replace gearcase lubricant See Gearcase Lubrication Check power steering fluid if so equipped See Checking Power Steering Fluid Inspect battery See Battery Inspection Saltwater usage Remove and inspect spark plugs for corrosion and replace spark plugs as necessary Apply a thin coating of Anti Seize Compound only on threads of spark plug prior to installation See Maintenance Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement Check wiring and connectors Check tightness of bolts nuts and other fasteners Check cowl seals to make sure seals are intact and not damaged Check internal cowl sound reduction foam if equipped to make sure foam is intact
67. oard are protected from overload by fuses in the wiring 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 1 Remove top cowl Locate fuse holder on starboard side of engine 0b01516 Remove the plastic cover from the fuse holder Remove fuse puller from fuse holder Remove suspected blown fuse to determine if the silver colored band is broken Or PS Replace fuse with a new fuse of the same amperage rating 67 MAINTENANCE 0b01252 Sie o 0b01259 a Electronic Control Module and purge d Spare fuses 20 amp fuse valve ECM 20 amp fuse e Injector power and boost valve INJ b Ignition coils IGN COILS 20 amp PWR 20 amp fuse fuse c Fuel delivery FUEL 20 amp fuse DTS Wiring System To avoid the possibility of serious injury or death from loss of boat control do not splice or probe into any wire insulation of the DTS system Splicing or probing will damage the wire insulation allowing water to enter the wiring Water intrusion may lead to wiring failure and loss of throttle and shift control Verify the harnesses are not routed near sharp edges hot surfaces or moving parts Verify that all unused connectors and receptacles are covered with a weather cap Verify that the harnesses are fastened along the routing path Accessory Drive Belt Inspection Inspect t
68. of Independent States Middle East and Africa check with your local distributor WHAT IS COVERED Mercury Marine warrants its new Outboard and Jet Products to be free of defects in material and workmanship during the period described below DURATION OF COVERAGE This Limited Warranty provides coverage for three 3 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 one 1 year from the date of first retail sale or one 1 year from the date in which the product was first put into service 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 from one recreational use customer to a subsequent recreational use customer upon proper re registration of the product Unexpired warrant coverage cannot be transferred either to or from a commercial use customer CONDITIONS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE Warranty coverage is available only to retail c
69. of metal parts Deterioration of rubber or plastic parts Fuel permeation through rubber fuel lines Starting and operating difficulties FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Fuel leakage from any part of the fuel system can be a fire and explosion hazard which can cause serious bodily injury or death Careful periodic inspection of entire fuel system is mandatory particularly after storage All fuel components should be inspected for leakage softening hardening swelling or corrosion Any sign of leakage or deterioration reguires replacement before further engine operation Because of possible adverse effects of alcohol in gasoline it is recommended that only alcohol free gasoline be used where possible If only fuel containing alcohol is available or if the presence of alcohol is unknown increased inspection freguency for leaks and abnormalities is reguired IMPORTANT When operating a Mercury Marine engine on gasoline containing alcohol storage of gasoline in the fuel tank for long periods should be avoided Long periods of storage common to boats create unigue problems In cars alcohol blend fuels normally are consumed before they can absorb enough moisture to cause trouble but boats often sit idle long enough for phase separation to take place In addition internal corrosion may take place during storage if alcohol has washed protective oil films from internal components 19 FUEL AND OIL Filling Fuel Tank Avoid serious injury o
70. om 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 Part of the outboard or the entire outboard could break loose and fly into the boat 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 Impact damage to the outboard and or boat Keep in mind the most important thing you can do to help reduce injury or impact damage during an impact is control the boat speed Boat speed should be kept to a minimum planing speed when driving in waters known to have underwater obstacles After striking a submerged object stop the engine as soon as possible and inspect it 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 gr
71. on Starting The Engine Throttle only station select key Allows the boat operator to increase engine RPM for warm up without shifting the engine into gear Allows the boat operator to select which station will be used for dual helm applications Refer to Operation Starting The Engine Detent tension adjustment Refer to Operation Remote Control Adjustments Control handle friction adjustment screw Refer to Operation Remote Control Adjustments FEATURES AND CONTROLS SLIM BINNACLE CONSOLE MOUNT FEATURES SINGLE ENGINE Control handle Forward F Neutral N Reverse R Trim tilt switch Refer to Power Trim and Tilt Active light Illuminated when remote control is active and ready Neutral light Illuminated when engine is in neutral gear position Blinks when engine is in throttle only mode 25 14637 Start stop button Allows the boat operator to start or stop the engine without using the ignition key Throttle only station select key Allows the boat operator to increase engine RPM for warm up without shifting the engine into gear Allows the boat operator to select which station will be used for dual helm applications Refer to Operation Starting The Engine Detent tension adjustment Refer to Operation Remote Control Adjustments Control handle friction adjustment screw Refer to Operation Remote Control Adjustments FEATURES AND CONTROLS SHADOW MODE REMOTE CO
72. on or towards to decrease friction 5 Reinstall cover 51 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 attempting 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 the 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 EPA Emissions 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 LERCURY EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO CALIFORNIA AND U S EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SPARK IGNITION MARINE ENGINES REFER TO OWNERS MANUAL FOR REQUIRED MAINTEN
73. or an operator experienced with your boat outboard combination For additional information obtain a copy of our Hi Performance Boat Operation booklet from your dealer distributor or Mercury Marine R a Pa 0b00307 Outboard Remote Control Models The outboard must be equipped with a Mercury remote control designed for digital throttle and shift Start in gear protection is provided by the remote control system Lanyard Stop Switch 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 The lanyard is a cord usually between 122 and 152 cm 4 and 5 feet 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 to minimize the likelihood of lanyard entanglement with nearby objects Its stretched out length is made 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 lany
74. ould 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 forms 4 Insome countries the Marine Power Service Center will issue you a permanent plastic Warranty Registration Card within 30 days after receiving the Factory Copy of the Warranty Registration Card from your distributor dealer If you receive a plastic Warranty Registration Card 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 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 5 Forfurther information concerning the Warranty Registration Card and its relationship to Warranty Claim processing refer to the International Warranty FourStroke Outboard Limited Warranty United States Canada Europe Confederation of Independent States Middle East and Africa Outside the United States Canada Europe Confederation
75. r 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 0b00311 Always slow down and exercise extreme caution any time you are boating in an area where there might be people in the water GENERAL INFORMATION 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 Stop your engine immediately whenever anyone in the water is near your boat Serious injury to the person in the water is likely if contacted by a rotating propeller a moving boat a moving gearcase or any solid device rigidly attached to a moving boat or gearcase Shift outboard into neutral and shut off the engine before allowing people to swim or be in the water near your boat Passenger Safety Message Pontoon Boats And Deck Boats Whenever the boat is in motion observe the location of all passengers Do not allow any passengers to stand or use seats other than those designated for traveling faster than idle speed A sudden reduction in boat speed such as 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 the boat Falling over the front of the boat betwe
76. r death from a gasoline fire or explosion Always stop the engine and do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks in the area while filling fuel tanks Fill fuel tanks outdoors away from heat sparks and open flames Remove portable fuel tanks from boat to refill them Always stop engine before refilling tanks Do not completely fill the fuel tanks Leave approximately 10 of the tank volume unfilled Fuel will expand in volume as its temperature rises and can leak under pressure if the tank is completely filled PORTABLE FUEL TANK PLACEMENT IN THE BOAT Place the fuel tank in the boat so the vent is higher than the fuel level under normal boat operating conditions Engine Oil Recommendations Mercury or Quicksilver NMMA FC W certified synthetic blend 25W 40 multi viscosity 4 Stroke Outboard Oil is recommended for general all temperature use If the recommended Mercury or Quicksilver NUMA FC W certified oil is not available a major brand of NUMA FC W certified 4 Stroke Outboard Oil of similar viscosity may be used IMPORTANT The use of non detergent oils multi viscosity oils other than Mercury or Quicksilver NMMA FC W certified oil or a major brand NMMA FC W certified oil synthetic oils low quality oils or oils that contain solid additives are not recommended SAE 25W 40 ND 15022 Checking and Adding Engine Oil IMPORTANT Do not overfill Tilt outboard out up past vertical for approximately one minute
77. ring torque results from the outboard being trimmed so that the propeller shaft is not parallel 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 unexpected can result in occupants being thrown within the boat or out of the boat Consider the following lists carefully 1 Trimming In or Down Can Lower the bow e Result in quicker planing off especially with a heavy load or a stern heavy boat Generally improve the ride in choppy water Increase steering torque or pull to the right with the normal right hand rotation propeller 31 FEATURES AND CONTROLS In excess can lower the bow of some boats to a point where 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 Avoid possible serious injury or death Adjust outboard to an intermediate trim position as soon as boat is on plane to avoid possible ejection due to boat spin out Do not attempt to turn
78. rter Motor Will Not Crank the Engine POSSIBLE CAUSES Lanyard stop switch not in RUN position Blown 5 Amp fuse Check DTS power harness circuit fuse Refer to Maintenance section Outboard is not shifted to neutral position Shift actuator failure Gear Shift Diff error message shown on System View Refer to Maintenance section Weak battery or battery connections are loose or corroded Ignition key switch failure Wiring or electrical connection faulty Starter motor solenoid or slave solenoid failure Engine Will Not Start POSSIBLE CAUSES Incorrect starting procedure Refer to Operation section Old or contaminated gasoline Fuel is not reaching the engine e Fuel tank is empty e Fuel tank vent not open or restricted e Fuel line is disconnected or kinked e Fuel filter is obstructed Refer to Maintenance section e Fuel pump failure e Fuel tank filter obstructed Ignition system component failure Spark plugs fouled or defective Refer to Maintenance section Engine Starts But Will Not Shift Into Gear Shift actuator failure Gear Shift Diff error message shown on System View Refer to Maintenance section Engine Runs Erratically POSSIBLE CAUSES Overheating Warning horn not working Low oil pressure Check oil level Spark plugs fouled or defective Refer to Maintenance section Incorrect setup and adjustments Fuel is being restricted to the engine a Engine fuel filter is obstructed Refer to Maintenance s
79. serial number to Mercury Marine s warranty registration department In the United States and Canada mail to Mercury Marine Attn Warranty Registration Department W6250 W Pioneer Road P O Box 1939 Fond du Lac WI 54936 1939 920 929 5054 Fax 920 929 5893 Upon processing the transfer of warranty Mercury Marine will send registration verification to the new owner of the product by mail There is no charge for this service For products purchased outside the United States and Canada contact the distributor in your country or the Marine Power Service Center closest to you Warranty Registration United States And Canada Outside United States and Canada Check with your local distributor 1 You may change your address at any time including at time of warranty claim by calling Mercury Marine or sending a letter or fax with your name old address new address and engine serial number to Mercury Marine s warranty registration department Your dealer can also process this change of information Mercury Marine Attn Warranty Registration Department W6250 W Pioneer Road P O Box 1939 Fond du Lac WI 54936 1939 920 929 5054 Fax 920 929 5893 NOTE Registration lists must be maintained by Mercury Marine and any dealer on marine products sold in the United States should a safety recall notification under the Federal Safety Act be required 2 To be eligible for warranty coverage the product must be registered with Mercury M
80. t damage to the water pump running dry or overheating of the engine 1 Make sure the cooling water intake is submerged Ge M7 4 a 14836 2 Check the engine oil level ob00667 3 Open fuel tank vent on manual venting type tanks 0b00348 NOTE The engine will not start unless the lanyard is set to the RUN position Set the lanyard stop switch to the RUN position Refer to General Information Lanyard Stop Switch 4 ob00350 OPERATION 5 Shift outboard to neutral N position NOTE The engine can be started by using the ignition key or the start stop button located on the remote control panel 6 Ignition key starting Turn the ignition key to START position and release the key The electronic starting system will automatically crank the engine for starting If the engine fails to start the engine will stop cranking Turn the key to START position again until engine starts GY 3485 7 Start stop button Turn the ignition key to ON position and press start stop button and release The electronic starting system will automatically crank the engine for starting If the engine fails to start the engine will stop cranking Press start stop button and release again until engine starts 8 The ACTIVE light located on the remote control panel will become illuminated once the engine is started and communicating with the remote control 11776 44 OPERATION 9 After
81. tboard even momentarily without water circulating through all the cooling water intake holes in the gearcase to prevent damage to the water pump running dry or overheating of the engine 1 Make sure the cooling water intakes are submerged 45 OPERATION 14836 2 Check the engine oil level ob00667 3 Open fuel tank vent on manual venting type tanks 0b00348 NOTE The engines will not start unless the lanyard is set to the RUN position 4 Set the lanyard stop switch to the RUN position Refer to General Information Lanyard Stop Switch 0b00350 5 46 OPERATION 6 Turn each ignition key to START position and release the key The electronic starting system will automatically crank the engine for starting If engine fails to start the engine will stop cranking Return the key to START position and try again Repeat the procedure for the other engines ACC K L Ss i GY 3485 7 The ACTIVE light will become illuminated to show the helm is active and ready for use O Y eee ACTIVE SYNC 14657 8 After engine starts check for a steady stream of water flowing out of the water pump indicator hole 15301 IMPORTANT If no water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole stop engine and check the cooling water intake for obstruction No obstruction may indicate a water pump failure or blockage in the cooling system These conditions will caus
82. the switch is released or it reaches its maximum tilt position Tilt At Engine The cowl mounted auxiliary tilt switch can be used to tilt the outboard with the key switch in the OFF position 1 Engage the tilt support lever by rotating knob 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 the tilt support lever down Lower the outboard 32 FEATURES AND CONTROLS b 0b00664 a Tilt support lever b Knob MANUAL TILTING If the outboard cannot be tilted using the power trim tilt switch the outboard can be manually tilted NOTE The manual tilt release valve must be tightened before operating the outboard to prevent the outboard from tilting up during reverse operation 1 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 ob00665 AUXILIARY TILT SWITCH NOTE This model allows the auxiliary tilt switch to be mounted on either the port side shown or on the starboard side This switch can be used to tilt the outboard up or down using the power trim system a Auxiliary tilt switch port side SHALLOW WATER OPERATION When operating your boat in shallow water you can tilt the outboard beyond the maximum trim range to prevent hitt
83. tion Remove the flush connector from the bottom cowl Recover the cover from the flush connector and thread a water hose into the flush connector 14810 4 Turnon the water tap 1 2 maximum and let the water flush through the cooling system for about 15 minutes 5 When flushing is complete turn off water and disconnect the water hose Reinstall the cover on the flush connector Place the flush connector back into the bottom cowl Top Cowl Removal and Installation TOP COWL REMOVAL 1 Unlock the top cowl by pushing down on the latch catch and pull up the cowl lock latch 2 Lift up the rear of the cowl and disengage the front cowl hook Lift the top cowl off of the engine 54 MAINTENANCE D Oa a Latch catch b Cowl lock latch 15303 TOP COWL INSTALLATION 1 Lower the top cowl over the engine Bring the front of the cowl down first and engage the front cowl hook Lower the cowl into its seated position with the bottom cowl 2 Apply downward pressure on the back of the top cowl and in place by pushing in the cowl lock latch Ensure the top cowl is securely fastened by pulling up on the back of the cowl Cleaning Care for Top and Bottom Cowls IMPORTANT Dry wiping wiping the plastic surface when it is dry will result in minor surface scratches Always wet the surface before cleaning Do not use detergents containing hydrochloric acid Follow the cleaning and waxing procedure CLEANING AND WAXING PROCE
84. tion 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 Proof of registered ownership 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 recommended wide 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
85. tions Use flotation devices Have an approved personal flotation device of suitable size for each person aboard it is the law and have it readily accessible Do not overload your boat Most boats are rated and certified for maximum load weight capacities refer to your boat capacity plate If in doubt contact your dealer or the boats manufacturer Perform safety checks and required maintenance Follow a regular schedule and ensure that all repairs are properly made Know and obey all nautical rules and laws of the waterways Boat operators should complete a boating safety course Courses are offered in the U S A by 1 The U S Coast Guard Auxiliary 2 The Power Squadron 3 The Red Cross and 4 your state boating law enforcement agency Inquiries may be made to the Boating Hotline 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 Do not allow anyone to sit or ride on any part of the boat that was not intended for such use This includes the back of seats gunwales transom bow decks raised fishing seats any rotating fishing seat or anywhere that an 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 Alcohol or drug use impairs your judgment and greatly reduces your abi
86. to allow trapped oil to drain back to the oil sump Tilt outboard to vertical not tilted position when checking engine oil For accurate readings check oil only when engine is cold or after engine has not run for at least an hour 1 Before starting cold engine tilt outboard out up past vertical to allow trapped oil to drain back to the oil sump Allow outboard to remain tilted for approximately one minute Tilt outboard to vertical operating position Remove the top cowl Refer to Maintenance Cowl Removal And Installation Pull out the dipstick Wipe the dipstick end with a clean rag or towel and push it back in all the way 5 Pull the dipstick back out again and observe the oil level Oil should be in the operating range cross hatched region 20 FUEL AND OIL IMPORTANT Do not try to fill the oil level to the top of the operating range cross hatched region Oil level is correct as long as it appears in the operating range cross hatched region a Oil level operating range 6 If the oil level is below the operating range cross hatched region remove the oil filler cap and add approximately 500 ml 16 oz of specified outboard motor oil Allow a few minutes for the added oil to drain to the oil sump and recheck the dipstick Repeat the process until oil level is on the operating range cross hatched region Do not try to fill to the upper end of the operation range cross hatched region IMPORTANT Inspect oil
87. ump 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 driveshaft 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 Maintenance Flushing The Cooling System If you keep your boat moored in the water always tilt the outboard so the gearcase is completely out of water except in freezing temperatures when not in use Wash the outboard exterior and flush out the exhaust outlet of the propeller and gearcase with fresh water after each use Each month spray Mercury Precision or Quicksilver Corrosion Guard on external metal surfaces Do not spray on corrosion control anodes as this will reduce the effectiveness of the anodes Setting Trim Angle While Running Engine at Idle Speed The exhaust relief hole on the outboard can become submerged on some boats if the engine is trimmed full in while running at idle speed This may result in exhaust restriction rough idle excessive smoke and fouled spark plugs If this condition exists trim outboard up until exhaust relief hole is out of the water or35 1 a Relief hole submerg
88. ustomers 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 Routine maintenance outlined in the Operation and Maintenance Manual must be timely performed in order to maintain warranty coverage 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 remanufactured 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 WARRANTY INFORMATION 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 inspec
89. utomatically start adjusting engine RPM and gear position to match the control handle setting at the new station Adjust control handles to the desired throttle and gear position 1 Place active remote control lever to idle position 2 Proceed to the inactive helm station and position remote control lever to the idle position 49 OPERATION 3 Press throttle only station select button once The ACTIVE light will illuminate to indicate the remote control station is in control of the engine a Active light b Throttle only station select button 4 The active light will switch off at the original remote control station SYNCHRONIZING DUAL HELMS PRIOR TO STATION TRANSFER Pressing the station select button and holding it in allows the boat operator 10 seconds to match up the control handle settings at the new station with the handle settings that are at the old to be inactive station If the handles are not matched the neutral light will flash The light blinks faster as the handles are nearing match position Once the light stays on continuously the handles are matched and the button can be released Transfer process is complete and the new station is now in control If the button is held for over 10 seconds the station transfer is cancelled Synchronizing Dual Engines The auto synchronizing feature when engaged will automatically adjust the port engine speed to match the speed of the starboard engine Synchronizing of eng

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