Mercury 15 E - User Manual

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have made a sound investment in boating pleasure. Your
outboard has been manufactured by Mercury Marine, a world
leader in marine technology and outboard manufacturing
since 1939. These years of experience have been committed
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Mercury Marine's reputation for strict quality control,
excellence, durability, lasting performance and being the best
at providing after the sale support.
Please read this manual carefully before operating your
outboard. This manual has been prepared to assist you in the
operation, safe use and care of your outboard.
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Outboards sold by Mercury Marine in the United States are
certified to the United States Environmental Protection
Agency as conforming to the requirements of the regulations
for the control of air pollution from new outboard motors. This
certification is contingent on certain adjustments being set to
factory standards. For this reason, the factory procedure for
servicing the product must be strictly followed and, wherever
practicable, returned to the original intent of the design.
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission
control devices and systems may be performed by any
marine engine repair establishment or individual.
Engines are labeled with an Emission Control Information
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WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects
or other reproductive harm.
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Mercury 15 E Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	15 E
Category	Outboard Motor
Language	English

Summary

Mercury Outboard Warranty Information

FourStroke Outboard Limited Warranty

Warranty Coverage and Exclusions

General Information for Outboard Operation

Before Operating Your Outboard

Lanyard Stop Switch

Explanation of the lanyard stop switch's function and importance for safety.

Exhaust Emissions and Carbon Monoxide

Outboard Installation Guide

Installing the Outboard

Instructions for mounting the outboard motor onto the boat's transom.

Installing Remote Control Devices

Battery Installation

Outboard Features and Controls

Tilt Up and Tilt Down Operation

Shallow Water Operation

Trim Angle Adjustment

Outboard Operation Procedures

Pre-Starting Check List

Essential checks to perform before starting the outboard engine.

Engine Break-in Procedure

Detailed steps for the engine break-in period to ensure longevity.

Warming Up the Engine

Procedure for warming up the engine before full operation.

Starting The Engine

Instructions for starting the outboard engine using various methods.

Gear Shifting

Correct procedures for shifting the outboard into forward, reverse, and neutral.

Stopping The Engine

Steps for safely shutting down the outboard engine.

Emergency Starting

Procedure for starting the engine using the emergency starter rope.

Outboard Maintenance Schedule and Procedures

Outboard Care and Recommendations

Inspection and Maintenance Schedule

Routine checks and maintenance tasks based on usage intervals.

Flushing the Cooling System

Instructions for flushing the cooling system with fresh water.

Fuse Replacement

Replacing the Anodes

Propeller Replacement

Step-by-step instructions for safely replacing the outboard propeller.

Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement

Procedure for inspecting, gapping, and replacing spark plugs.

Changing Gear Oil

Instructions for draining and refilling the gearcase lubricant.

Outboard Troubleshooting Guide

Starter Motor Issues

Troubleshooting common causes for starter motor not cranking.

Engine Will Not Start

Diagnosing reasons why the engine fails to start.

Engine Runs Erratically

Identifying causes for the engine running rough or inconsistently.

Performance Loss

Battery Will Not Hold Charge