Mercury 135 Optimax User Manual

OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
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Installation Specifications
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66.0 cm (26 in.)
Minimum Transom Opening
Single engine 84.8 cm (33-3/8 in.)
Dual engine 151.8 cm (59-3/4 in.)
Lifting the Outboard
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WARNING
Improperly supporting an engine during lifting can result in the engine falling, causing serious injury
or death. Before lifting the engine, verify that the lifting ring is threaded into the flywheel for a minimum
of five turns and that the hoist has the correct lifting capacity for the engine weight.
To lift the outboard:
1. Remove the cowl from the outboard.
2. Thread the lifting eye into the flywheel hub for a minimum of five turns.
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3. Connect a hoist to the lifting eye.

Mercury 135 Optimax Specifications

General

Starting	Electric
Exhaust	Through Prop
Horsepower	135 HP
Fuel Induction System	Direct Fuel Injection
Alternator Amp	60 Amp
Shaft Length	20", 25"
Full Throttle RPM	5250-5750
Steering	Hydraulic