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Mercury Marathon 6 - 8 - 9,9!10!15HP & Sea Pro 10 - 15HP Operating and Maintenance Manual (PDF, EnG, 4.28 MB) - 1
Mercury Marathon 6 - 8 - 9,9!10!15HP & Sea Pro 10 - 15HP Operating and Maintenance Manual (PDF, EnG, 4.28 MB) - 1
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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.
Patrick C. Mackey
President, Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, WI USA
European Regulations Contact:
© 2004 Mercury Marine
Transfer Of Warranty................................................................................1
Warranty Registration United States And Canada...................................1
Warranty Registration Outside The United States And Canada...............2
Mercury Marine Two Years Limited Warranty (Europe)...........................3
Mercury Marine One Year Limited Warranty (Confederation of Independent
States, Middle-East, Africa)......................................................................6
3 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion.............................................9
Warranty Coverage And Exclusions.......................................................12
GENERAL INFORMATION
Boater's Responsibilities.........................................................................15
Before Operating Your Outboard............................................................15
Boat Horsepower Capacity.....................................................................16
High-Speed And High-Performance Boat Operation..............................16
Outboard Remote Control Models .........................................................17
Remote Steering Notice..........................................................................17
Lanyard Stop Switch...............................................................................18
Protecting People In The Water..............................................................20
Passenger Safety Message - Pontoon Boats And Deck Boats..............20
Wave And Wake Jumping......................................................................22
Impact With Underwater Hazards...........................................................23
Safety Instructions For Hand Tilled Outboards.......................................24
Exhaust Emissions.................................................................................24
Selecting Accessories For Your Outboard..............................................26
Safe Boating Suggestions......................................................................26
Recording Serial Number ......................................................................28
Specifications..........................................................................................28
INSTALLATION
Installing Outboard..................................................................................30
Battery Installation - Electric Start Models..............................................31
Battery Connections...............................................................................31
Propeller Selection..................................................................................32
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Carrying Outboard..................................................................................33
Trailering Boat........................................................................................ 33
Transporting Outboard When Removed From Boat............................... 34
Transporting Portable Fuel Tanks.......................................................... 34
Gasoline Recommendations...................................................................36
Oil Recommendation.............................................................................. 37
Mixing Fuel and Oil................................................................................. 37
Filling Fuel Tank..................................................................................... 38
OPERATION
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Outboard Care........................................................................................64
EPA Emissions....................................................................................... 65
Inspection And Maintenance Schedule.................................................. 65
Flushing The Cooling System.................................................................66
Top Cowl Removal And Installation........................................................68
Battery Inspection ..................................................................................68
Fuel System............................................................................................69
Exterior Care...........................................................................................71
Fuse Replacement - Electric Start Remote Control Models................... 71
Corrosion Control Anode........................................................................ 71
Propeller Replacement........................................................................... 72
Spark Plug Inspection And Replacement............................................... 74
Carburetor Adjustments..........................................................................75
Lubrication Points .................................................................................. 77
Gearcase Lubrication..............................................................................80
Submerged Outboard............................................................................. 81
STORAGE
Storage Preparation................................................................................82
Protecting External Outboard Components............................................82
Protecting Internal Engine Components.................................................83
Gearcase................................................................................................ 83
Positioning Outboard For Storage.......................................................... 83
Battery Storage.......................................................................................83
TROUBLESHOOTING
Starter Motor Will Not Crank The Engine (Electric Start Models)...........84
Engine Will Not Start...............................................................................84
Engine Runs Erratically.......................................................................... 84
Performance Loss...................................................................................85
Battery Will Not Hold Charge..................................................................85
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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 serial number to Mercury Marine’s warranty registration
department.
Mercury Marine
Attn: Warranty Registration Department
W6250 W. Pioneer Road
P.O. Box 1939
Fond du Lac, WI 54936-1939
920-929-5054
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 Mercury Marine Service Office closest to
you.
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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.
! DANGER
DANGER - indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
! WARNING
WARNING - indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
! CAUTION
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.
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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.
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! WARNING
Avoid serious injury or death from a sudden unexpected acceleration
when starting your engine. The design of this outboard requires that the
remote control used with it must have a built in start in neutral only
protection device.
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The steering link rod that connects the steering cable to the engine must
be fastened utilizing self-locking nuts. These self-locking nuts must never
be replaced with common nuts (non-locking) as they will work loose and
vibrate off, freeing the link rod to disengage.
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a - Self-locking nuts
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! WARNING
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.
! WARNING
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.
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Always slow down and exercise extreme caution any time you are boating
in an area where there might be people in the water.
Whenever a boat is moving (coasting) and the outboard gear shift is in
neutral position, there is sufficient force by the water on the propeller to
cause the propeller to rotate. This neutral propeller rotation can cause
serious injury.
WHILE BOAT IS STATIONARY
! WARNING
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.
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! WARNING
Avoid serious injury or death from falling over the front end of a pontoon
or deck boat and being run over by the outboard. Stay back from the front
end of the deck and remain seated while the boat is in motion.
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The primary concern is the boat changing direction while in the midst of the
jump. In such case the landing may cause the boat to veer violently in a
new direction. Such a sharp change in direction can cause occupants to
be thrown out of their seats, or out of the boat.
! WARNING
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.
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! WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death from all or part of an outboard coming
into the boat after striking a floating or underwater obstacle maintain a
top speed no greater than minimum planing speed.
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! WARNING
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.
! WARNING
Avoid serious injury or death from being struck by a disconnected
outboard. Do not accelerate above idle speed in water suspected of
containing underwater obstacles if the outboard is not attached to the
transom correctly.
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.
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! WARNING
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.
GOOD VENTILATION
Ventilate passenger area, open side curtains, or forward hatches to remove
fumes.
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a - Running the boat with the trim angle of the bow too high.
b - Running the boat with no forward hatches open.
! WARNING
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.
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Specifications
Models 6 8 9.9 10 15
Horsepower 6 8 9.9 10 15
Kilowatts 4.5 5.9 7.4 7.5 11.2
Full Throttle RPM
4000-5000 4500-5500 5000-6000
Range
Idle Speed in
650±75 725±50
Forward Gear
Idle Speed in
Forward Gear
(Sea Pro/ 850±50
Marathon
Models)
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Installing Outboard
NOTE: If outboard is a remote control electric start model, follow
instructions in the outboard installation manual (provided with the outboard)
for installing remote steering shift and throttle cables and remote wiring
harness.
BOAT TRANSOM HEIGHT REQUIREMENT
1. Measure the transom height of your boat. The boat bottom should be
aligned or be within 25 mm (1 in.) above the anti-ventilation plate of
the outboard.
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! WARNING
Avoid serious injury or death from being struck by a disconnected
outboard. The use of clamp bracket handles alone is insufficient to
properly and safely secure the outboard to the transom. Attach outboard
by drilling holes through transom and secure using bolts, flat washers
and locknuts provided with outboard.
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Battery Connections
CONNECTING OUTBOARD BATTERY CABLES
1. First, connect the red battery cable to the (+) positive battery terminal
and then connect the black battery cable to the (-) negative battery
terminal.
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Propeller Selection
The propeller supplied with your outboard provides the best overall
performance under average operating conditions.
Alternative propellers are available for specific boating requirements. See
your outboard dealer.
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Carrying Outboard
The outboard has a carrying handle located in front and a rear hand grip
in the bottom cowl.
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Trailering Boat
IMPORTANT: The tilt lock mechanism is not intended to support the
outboard in the tilted up position when trailering. Use of the tilt lock
mechanism could allow the outboard to bounce and drop down causing
damage to the outboard.
The boat should be trailered with the outboard tilted down (normal
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.
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! CAUTION
Make sure gear shift is in forward gear to prevent propeller rotation.
Allowing the propeller to spin during transporting could cause internal
damage to the gearcase.
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Gasoline Recommendations
UNITED STATES AND CANADA
Use a major brand of automotive unleaded gasoline with a minimum posted
octane rating of 87. Mid-grade automotive gasolines that contain fuel
injector cleaner are preferred for added internal engine cleanliness. Leaded
gasoline is not recommended.
INTERNATIONAL
Use a major brand of automotive unleaded gasoline with a minimum posted
octane rating of 90RON. Automotive gasolines that contain fuel injector
cleaner are preferred for added internal engine cleanliness. Leaded
gasoline is acceptable in areas where unleaded gasoline is not available.
USING REFORMULATED (OXYGENATED) FUELS - UNITED
STATES ONLY
This type of fuel is required in certain areas of the United States. The two
types of reformulated ingredients in these fuels are alcohol (Ethanol) or
Ether (MTBE or ETBE). If Ethanol is the oxygenates that is used in the
gasoline, refer to Alcohol in Gasoline.
These reformulated fuels are acceptable for use in the Mercury engine.
ALCOHOL IN GASOLINE
We do not recommend the use of gasoline which contains alcohol because
of the possible adverse effect the alcohol may have on the fuel system. In
general, if only gasoline containing alcohol is available, it must not contain
more than 10% ethanol or 5% methanol, and the addition of a water
separating fuel filter is recommended.
If gasoline containing alcohol is used or if you suspect the presence of
alcohol in your gasoline, increase your inspection of the fuel system,
visually checking for fuel leaks or abnormalities.
Gasoline containing alcohol may cause the following problems to your
outboard and fuel system:
• Corrosion of metal parts
• Deterioration of elastomers and plastic parts
• Wear and damage of internal engine parts
• Starting and operating difficulties
• Vapor lock or fuel starvation
Some of these adverse effects are due to the tendency of gasoline
containing alcohol to absorb moisture from the air, resulting in a phase of
water and alcohol which separates from the gasoline in the fuel tank.
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Oil Recommendation
Mercury or Quicksilver Premium 2-Cycle TC-W3
Recommended Oil
Outboard Oil
MIXING PROCEDURE
Pour the full amount of oil along with approximately one gallon of gasoline
into an approved container. Shake the two together until they are
thoroughly mixed. Add the remainder of gasoline and shake container to
ensure mixing.
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Fill fuel tanks outdoors away from heat, sparks, and open flames.
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.
FILLING FUEL TANKS PERMANENTLY INSTALLED
Slowly pour the correct amount of oil along with gasoline as the tank is
being filled.
FILLING PORTABLE FUEL TANKS
Remove portable fuel tanks from boat to refill them.
Pour the full amount of oil along with approximately one gallon of gasoline
into the fuel tank. Mix thoroughly, then pour the remainder of gasoline into
the tank.
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.
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• Starter rope - Pulling the starter rope cranks the engine over for starting.
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• Primer/idle speed knob - Pulling the knob out supplies a small amount
of fuel to the engine for cold starting. Rotate knob to adjust idle speed
after engine warms up.
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• Throttle grip friction knob - Turn friction knob to set and maintain the
throttle at desired speed. Turn knob clockwise to tighten friction or turn
knob counterclockwise to loosen friction.
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• Throttle grip gear shift (if equipped) - Controls gear shift and engine
speed.
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a - Reverse b - Forward
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NOTE: Side handle gear shift outboards are furnished in some worldwide
market areas. Side handle gear shift is also available as a Quicksilver or
Mercury Precision Accessory.
• Throttle grip (side handle gear shift models) - Controls engine speed.
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• Electric start button (electric start models) - Press button to start engine.
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! WARNING
Avoid possible serious injury or death from loss of boat control. Maintain
sufficient steering friction to prevent the outboard from steering into a full
turn if the tiller handle or steering wheel is released.
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• Primer/idle speed knob - Pulling the knob out supplies a small amount
of fuel to the engine for cold starting. Rotate knob to adjust idle speed
after engine warms up.
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F R
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• Neutral release lever - Pull this lever up to move the control handle out
of neutral position.
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• Ignition key switch - Turn the key switch for starting and stopping the
enigne. Push in on key switch to choke the engine.
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• Fast idle lever - Raising lever will increase engine idle speed in neutral.
Refer to Operation - Starting The Engine.
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Tilting Outboard
1. Stop the engine. Shift the outboard into the forward gear position.
2. Take hold of the top cowl grip and raise the outboard to the full up
position.
3. Pull out on the tilt lock knob and move it to the lock position. The
outboard cannot be lowered while the tilt lock knob is in the lock
position.
4. To lower the engine, move the tilt lock knob to the unlock position.
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a - Shallow water drive c - Water Intake
positions
b - Tilt release positions
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Consider the following lists carefully when adjusting the operating angle of
your outboard.
Adjusting the outboard close to the boat transom can:
• Lower the bow.
• Result in quicker planing off, especially with a heavy load or a stern
heavy boat.
• Generally improve the ride in choppy water.
• Increase steering torque or pull to the right.
• 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.
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Pre-Starting Instructions
1. Connect the remote fuel line to the outboard. Make sure connector is
snapped into place.
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b. Non Sea Pro/Marathon Models - Pull out and push in the primer/
idle speed knob one to three times to prime the engine. Leave the
knob in the pulled out position when starting.
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10. Electric Starting Models - Push starter button and crank the engine.
Release button when engine starts. Do not operate starter motor
continuously for longer than ten seconds at a time. If engine fails to
start, wait 30 seconds and try again.
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11. Sea Pro/Marathon Models - Push in choke after the engine starts. If
engine begins to stall, rechoke until engine is running smoothly.
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12. Push in the primer/idle speed knob after engine starts. If engine begins
to stall, reprime until engine is running smoothly.
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NOTE: Starting flooded engine - Push in the primer/idle speed knob and
turn full clockwise. Continue to crank the engine for starting.
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14. Check for a steady stream of water flowing out of the water pump
indicator hole.
NOTE: Engines equipped with a thermostat - The amount of water flow can
vary due to the thermostat operation. It may take several minutes for the
engine to warm up enough for water to start spraying out of the indicator
hole.
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7. Warm Engine - Advance the fast idle lever or throttle only feature to an
approximate halfway (1/2) setting. After engine starts, immediately
reduce engine speed back to idle.
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8. Starting Flooded Engine - Advance the fast idle lever or throttle only
feature to the maximum position. Without activating primer, crank
engine for 10 seconds. Wait 30 seconds and repeat until engine starts.
Immediately start to reduce engine speed after engine starts.
9. Turn ignition key to the "START" position. If engine is cold, push in on
key to choke engine. If engine fails to start in 10 seconds, return key to
"ON" position, wait 30 seconds and try again.
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NOTE: Engines equipped with a thermostat - The amount of water flow can
vary due to the thermostat operation. It may take several minutes for the
engine to warm up enough for water to start spraying out of the indicator
hole.
IMPORTANT: If no water is coming out of the water pump indicator hole,
stop engine and check cooling water intake for obstruction. No obstruction
may indicate a water pump failure or blockage in the cooling system. These
conditions will cause the engine to overheat. Have the outboard checked
by your dealer. Operating the engine while overheated will cause serious
engine damage.
Gear Shifting
IMPORTANT: Observe the following:
• Never shift outboard into gear unless engine speed is at idle. Do not
shift outboard into reverse when the engine is not running.
• Your outboard has three gear shift positions to provide operation:
forward (F), neutral (N), and reverse (R).
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F R R
R F
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Emergency Starting
If the starter system fails, use the spare starter rope (provided) and follow
procedure.
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! WARNING
When using emergency starter rope to start engine, the start in gear
protection device is inoperative. Make sure to set the outboard gear shift
into neutral to prevent outboard from starting in gear. Sudden unexpected
acceleration could result in serious injury or death.
2. Remove the fuel filter.
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5. Remote Control Models - Turn the ignition key or on/off switch to "ON"
position.
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! WARNING
To prevent getting an electrical shock, do not touch any ignition
component, wiring, or spark plug wire when starting or running the
engine.
! WARNING
The exposed moving flywheel can cause serious injury. Keep your
hands, hair, clothing, tools, and other objects away from engine when
starting or running the engine. Do not attempt to reinstall the flywheel
cover or top cowl when engine is running.
7. Tie one end of the spare starter rope around screwdriver tool (provided)
and tie a knot in other end.
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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.
! WARNING
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.
! WARNING
Using a replacement part that is inferior to the original part could result
in personal injury, death, or product failure.
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EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION
a This engine conforms to model year EPA regulations for Marine SI engines.
Refer to Owner's Manual for required maintenance. f
b IDLE SPEED : FAMILY: g
hp cc FEL: g/kW h
c TIMING (IN DEGREES): h
Standard spark plug:
d Suppressor spark plug: i
GAP :
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OWNER RESPONSIBILITY
The owner/operator is required to have routine engine maintenance
performed to maintain emission levels within prescribed certification
standards.
The owner/operator is not to modify the engine in any manner that would
alter the horsepower or allow emissions levels to exceed their
predetermined factory specifications.
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! WARNING
To avoid possible injury when flushing, remove the propeller. Refer to
Propeller Replacement, following.
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3. Start the engine and run it at idle speed in neutral shift position.
IMPORTANT: Do not run engine above idle when flushing.
4. Adjust water flow (if necessary) so excess water continues leaking out
from around the rubber cup to ensure the engine is receiving an
adequate supply of cooling water.
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5. Check for a steady stream of water flowing out of the water pump
indicator hole. Continue flushing the outboard for 3 to 5 minutes,
carefully monitoring water supply at all times.
6. Stop the engine, turn off the water, and remove the flushing attachment.
Reinstall the propeller.
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INSTALLATION
1. Engage the front hook and push cowl back over the cowl seal.
2. Push cowl down and move the rear latch lever up to lock.
Battery Inspection
The battery should be inspected at periodic intervals to ensure proper
engine starting capability.
IMPORTANT: Read the safety and maintenance 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 nonconductive shield to
prevent accidental shorting of battery terminals.
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Before servicing any part of the fuel system, stop engine and disconnect
the battery. Drain the fuel system completely. Use an approved container
to collect and store fuel. Wipe up any spillage immediately. Material used
to contain spillage must be disposed of in an approved receptacle. Any fuel
system service must be performed in a well ventilated area. Inspect any
completed service work for sign of fuel leakage.
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a - Cover c - O-ring
b - Filter element d - Sight bowl
Installation
1. Push the filter element (with open end toward cover) into the cover.
2. Place the O-ring seal into the sight bowl and screw the sight bowl hand
tight into the cover.
IMPORTANT: Visually inspect for fuel leakage from the filter by squeezing
the primer bulb until firm, forcing fuel into the filter.
Carburetor Fuel Bowl - Sea Pro/Marathon Models
1. Loosen drain screw to clean.
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Propeller Replacement
! WARNING
If the propeller shaft is rotated while the engine is in gear, there is the
possibility that the engine will crank over and start. To prevent this type
of accidental engine starting and possible serious injury caused from
being struck by a rotating propeller, always shift outboard to neutral
position and remove spark plug leads when you are servicing the
propeller.
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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.
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1. Remove the spark plug leads. Twist the rubber boots slightly and pull
off.
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Carburetor Adjustments
SLOW SPEED MIXTURE ADJUSTMENT
1. Before starting engine, turn the slow speed mixture screw in until it is
lightly seated then back it out 1-1/2 turns.
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2. With boat tied securely to dock, start engine and allow it to warm up.
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• Lubricate the throttle and shaft cables, move components and pivot
points.
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! WARNING
The end of the steering cable must be fully retracted into the outboard tilt
tube before adding lubricant. Adding lubricant to steering cable when fully
extended could cause steering cable to become hydraulically locked. A
hydraulically locked steering cable will cause loss of steering control,
possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
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DRAINING GEARCASE
1. Place outboard in a vertical operating position.
2. Place drain pan below outboard.
3. Remove fill/drain plug and vent plug and drain lubricant.
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6. Remove lubricant tube and reinstall cleaned fill/drain plug and sealing
washer.
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Submerged Outboard
A submerged outboard will require service within a few hours by an
authorized dealer once the outboard is recovered from the water. This
immediate attention by a servicing dealer is necessary once the engine is
exposed to the atmosphere to minimize internal corrosion damage to the
engine.
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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).
! CAUTION
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.
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.
Fill the fuel tank and engine fuel system with treated (stabilized) fuel to help
prevent formation of varnish and gum. Proceed with 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 quart (one liter) of gasoline. Pour this
mixture into fuel tank.
• Place the outboard in water or connect flushing attachment for
circulating cooling water. Run the engine for ten minutes to fill the
engine fuel system.
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Gearcase
• Drain and refill the gearcase lubricant (refer to Maintenance - Gearcase
Lubrication).
! CAUTION
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.
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Performance Loss
POSSIBLE CAUSES
• Throttle not fully open.
• Damaged or improper size propeller.
• Incorrect engine timing, adjustments, or setup.
• Boat overloaded or load improperly distributed.
• Excessive water in bilge.
• Boat bottom is dirty or damaged.
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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
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United States
Telephone (920) 929-5040 Mercury Marine
W6250 W. Pioneer Road
Fax (920) 929-5893
P.O. Box 1939
Website www.mercurymarine.com Fond du Lac, WI 54936-1939
Canada
Telephone (905) 567-6372 Mercury Marine Ltd.
2395 Meadowpine Blvd.
Fax (905) 567-8515 Mississauga, Ontario L5N 7W6
Canada
Australia, Pacific
Telephone (61) (3) 9791-5822 Mercury Marine Australia
132-140 Frankston Road
Fax (61) (3) 9793-5880 Dandenong, Victoria 3164
Australia
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Asia, Singapore
Telephone 5466160 Mercury Marine Singapore
72 Loyang Way
Fax 5467789 Singapore, 508762
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