Mercury 135 Optimax User Manual

OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
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Determining Recommended Outboard Mounting Height
(20 in.)
(21 in.)
(22 in.)
(23 in.)
(24 in.)
(25 in.)
(19 in.)
10
20 30 40 50 60 70 80
63.5 cm
60.9 cm
58.4 cm
56.0 cm
53.3 cm
50.8 cm
48.2 cm
f
e
b
c
d
a
e
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a - The solid line is recommended to
determine the outboard mounting
height.
b - The broken lines represent the
extremes of known successful
outboard mounting height dimensions.
c - This line may be preferred to
determine outboard mounting height
dimension, if maximum speed is the
only objective.
d - This line may be preferred to determine
outboard mounting height dimension for
dual outboard installation.
e - Outboard mounting height (height of
outboard mounting brackets from bottom
of boat transom). For heights over
56.0 cm (22 in.), a propeller that is
designed for surfacing operation is
usually preferred.
f - Maximum boat speed (MPH) anticipated
Drilling Outboard Mounting Holes
IMPORTANT: Before drilling any mounting holes, carefully read Determining Recommended Outboard
Mounting Height and install outboard to the nearest recommended mounting height.

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