Mercury 225 Pro XS - User Manual

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If the outboard motor’s serial number plate contains the CE mark in the lower
left‑hand corner, the following statement applies:
This outboard motor manufactured by Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, WI, USA
or Marine Power Europe Inc. Park Industrel, de Petit‑Rechain, Belgium
complies with the requirements of the following directives and standards, as
amended:
Recreational Craft Directive:
94/25/EC; std. ISO 8665, ISO
11547
Machinery Directive: 98/37/EC,
EMC Directive: 89/336/EC; std. EN50081‑1,
SAE J551 (CISPR Pub. 12), EN
50082‑1, IEC 61000 PT4‑2, IEC
61000 PT4‑3
Patrick C. Mackey
President, Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, WI USA
European Regulations Contact:
Product Environmental Engineering Department, Mercury Marine,
Fond du Lac, WI USA
EPA Emissions Regulations
Outboards manufactured 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 decal as
permanent evidence of EPA certification.
!
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to
the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
© 2005 Mercury Marine 225 Pro XS and 225 Sport XS OptiMax 90-841915061 505

Mercury 225 Pro XS Specifications

General

Horsepower	225 HP
Engine Type	V6
Displacement	3.4 L
Alternator Amp	85 amp
Weight	505 lbs
Starting	Electric
Gear Ratio	1.75:1
Steering	Remote
Fuel Induction System	Electronic Fuel Injection
Shaft Length	20", 25"
Full Throttle RPM	5800-6400

Summary

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Warranty Registration

Procedures for registering your Mercury outboard for warranty coverage.

Optimax Outboard Limited Warranty

Details on the limited warranty coverage for Optimax outboards.

3 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion

Warranty Coverage And Exclusions

Explanation of what is covered and not covered by the warranty.

California Emissions Limited Warranty

GENERAL INFORMATION

Boaters Responsibilities

Operator duties for safe boat and outboard operation.

Before Operating Your Outboard

Boat Horsepower Capacity

Warning about exceeding the boat's maximum horsepower limit.

Remote Steering Notice

Lanyard Stop Switch

Information on the function and use of the engine kill switch.

Protecting People In The Water

Safety precautions when people are in or near the water.

Exhaust Emissions

Impact With Underwater Hazards

Precautions and actions to take when encountering underwater obstacles.

OPERATION

Engine Break-in

Recommended procedure for breaking in a new outboard engine.

Starting The Engine

Step-by-step guide for starting the outboard engine.

MAINTENANCE

Inspection And Maintenance Schedule

Schedule of recommended inspections and maintenance tasks.

Fuel System

Gearcase Lubricant

TROUBLESHOOTING

Starter Motor Issues

Common causes and solutions when the starter motor won't crank.

Engine Starting Problems

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine fails to start.

Engine Runs Erratically

Diagnosing and resolving issues with rough or irregular engine operation.

Performance Loss

Identifying causes and solutions for reduced engine performance.

Warning Horn Activates

Troubleshooting horn alerts, distinguishing between power loss and no power loss.

Battery Will Not Hold Charge

Reasons and fixes for a battery that doesn't maintain its charge.

OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE

Local Repair Service

Service Assistance