Mercury 4.3 TKS series User Manual

Section 2 - On the Water
90-8M0113857 eng DECEMBER 2015 Page 13
Section 2 - On the Water
Table of Contents
Safe Boating Recommendations.......................................... 14
Carbon Monoxide Exposure................................................. 15
Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning ..................... 15
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas ........................................ 15
Good Ventilation .......................................................... 15
Poor Ventilation ........................................................... 16
Basic Boat Operation............................................................ 16
Launching and Boat Operation...................................... 16
Operation Chart ..................................................... 16
Starting and Stopping the Engine.................................. 17
Starting the Engine ................................................ 17
Stopping the Engine .............................................. 17
Starting the Engine After It Has Been Stopped While In
Gear............................................................................... 17
Throttle Only Operation................................................. 17
Trailering the Boat......................................................... 18
Freezing Temperature Operation.................................. 18
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump............................................18
Protecting People in the Water............................................. 18
While You Are Cruising ................................................ 18
While Boat Is Stationary ............................................... 18
High‑Speed and High‑Performance Operation..................... 18
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats.......... 18
Boats Having an Open Front Deck ............................... 18
Boats With Front‑Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing
Seats ............................................................................ 19
Wave and Wake Jumping..................................................... 19
Impact with Underwater Hazards......................................... 20
Drive Unit Impact Protection ......................................... 20
Operating with Low Water Inlets in Shallow Water............... 21
Conditions Affecting Operation............................................. 21
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the
Boat............................................................................... 21
The Bottom of the Boat.................................................. 21
Cavitation....................................................................... 21
Ventilation...................................................................... 21
Elevation and Climate.................................................... 22
Propeller Selection.........................................................22
Getting Started..................................................................... 22
20‑Hour Break‑In Period................................................ 22
After Break‑In Period..................................................... 22
End of First Season Checkup........................................ 23
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Mercury 4.3 TKS series Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	4.3 TKS series
Category	Engine
Language	English