Mercury 2.5 Operation And Installation Manual

6. Move the throttle lever to the start position.
a - Throttle lever
b - Choke lever
7. Models with gear shift ‑ Move gear shift lever to neutral position.
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WARNING
Sudden acceleration can serious injury or death. This outboard is a
direct‑drive model, meaning the lower unit is in gear at all times. Do not
start the engine with the throttle lever past the start position and remain
seated when starting.
8. Always remain seated when attempting to start the engine. Pull the starter
rope slowly until the starter engages, then pull rapidly to crank the engine.
Allow rope to return slowly. Repeat until engine starts.
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a
b
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Mercury 2.5 Specifications

General

Fuel Induction System	Carburetor
Ignition	CDI
Starting	Manual
Steering	Tiller
Cylinders	1
Recommended Fuel	87 Octane
Shaft Length	15 in (381 mm)
Horsepower	2.5 HP
Gear Shift	Forward, Neutral