GENERAL INFORMATION
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Boat Horsepower Capacity
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WARNING
Avoid serious injury, death or property damage from
overpowering a boat. Using a power package that exceeds the
maximum horsepower limit of a boat can:
• Cause loss of boat control.
• Place too much weight at the transom altering the designed
flotation characteristics of the boat
• Cause the boat to break apart, particularly around the transom
area.
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.
U.S. COAST GUARD CAPACITY
MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER XXX
MAXIMUM PERSON
CAPACITY (POUNDS) XXX
MAXIMUM WEIGHT
CAPACITY XXX
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High‑Speed and High‑Performance Boat Operation
If your power package is to be used on a high speed or high
performance boat with which you are unfamiliar, we recommend
that you never operate it at its high speed capability without first
requesting an initial orientation and familiarization demonstration
ride with your dealer or an operator experienced with your boat/
power package combination. For additional information, obtain a
copy of our Hi‑Performance Boat Operation booklet from your
dealer, distributor, or Mercury Marine.
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