OPERATION
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• Raise the drive unit: Press (top) up/out button on trim switch until the
drive unit(s) reaches the desired trim position. This switch can also
be used to bring the drive to a trailering positon.
• Lower the drive unit: Press (bottom) down/in button on trim switch
until drive unit(s) reaches the desired position.
Starting, Shifting, and Stopping
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WARNING
Avoid fire or explosion. Before starting the engine, operate the bilge
blower for at least five minutes to remove any explosive fumes from the
engine compartment. If the boat is not equipped with a bilge blower,
open the engine hatch and leave it open while starting the engine.
NEW ENGINES OR ENGINES COMING OUT OF STORAGE
See Power Package Recommissioning.
IMPORTANT: Observe the following:
• Do not start the engine without supplying water to the seawater
pickup pump (to prevent pump or engine damage).
• Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than 30
seconds.
• Never shift the drive unit unless the engine is at idle RPM.
Perform the following as appropriate:
Check all items listed in Operation Chart.
Perform any other necessary checks, as indicated by your dealer,
or specified in your boat owner's manual.
Place the drive unit in full the down/in position.
Place the control handle in neutral.
COLD OR WARM ENGINE
EFI engines require no throttle advance to start. The boat can be operated
after the engine has started and is idling smoothly.
IMPORTANT: If the engine has not been operated for more than 24
hours, Mercury Marine recommends priming the engine oil system.
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