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Mercury 300 XS OptiMax User Manual

Mercury 300 XS OptiMax
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OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
134 eng
d. Turn the ignition key switch to the "ON" position for three seconds.
This operates the electric fuel pump.
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e. Turn the ignition key switch back to the "OFF" position, and squeeze
the primer bulb again until it feels firm.
f. Turn the ignition key switch to the "ON" position again for three
seconds.
g. Continue this procedure until the fuel primer bulb stays firm.
2. Turn the ignition key switch to the "ON" position.
3. Within the first 10 seconds after the key switch has been turned on, move
the remote control handle from neutral into forward. This will automatically
start the priming process.
PURGING AIR FROM THE ENGINE OIL TANK
1. Loosen the fill cap on the engine oil tank.
2. Start the engine.
3. Operate the engine until all the air has vented out and oil starts to flow out
of the tank.
4. Tighten the fill cap.
Engine Well Inlet Cover Installation (Models with Remote Trim
Pump)
1. Select a location for the remote pump, so it is:
Mounted vertically on a flat surface.
In a dry location.
Within the limits of the hydraulic lines (without sharp bends or kinks).
In an area that does not interfere with the outboard when tilted to its
maximum position.
In an area where battery cables and harnesses reach the pump easily.

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Mercury 300 XS OptiMax Specifications

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BrandMercury
Model300 XS OptiMax
CategoryOutboard Motor
LanguageEnglish

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