Mercury 4-STROKE User Manual

6.
Manual starting models ‑ Pull the starter rope slowly until you feel the
starter engage, then pull rapidly to crank the engine. Allow rope to return
slowly. Repeat until the engine starts. After the engine has started, push
in the choke knob.
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7.
Electric start tiller handle models ‑ Push the starter button and crank
the engine. Release the button when the engine starts. Do not operate
the starter motor continuously for longer than ten seconds at a time. If the
engine fails to start, wait 30 seconds and try again.
8.
Flooded engine ‑ If the engine will not start, push in the throttle only
button and advance the throttle grip to fast throttle speed. Push the choke
knob all the way in and try to start the engine. After the engine has
started, immediately reduce throttle speed to idle.
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9. Check for a steady stream of water flowing out of the water pump
indicator hole.
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Mercury 4-STROKE Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-Stroke
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Cooling System	Water-cooled
Ignition System	CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition)
Starting	Manual / Electric
Shaft Length	15", 20", 25"
Max Power	Varies by model
Full Throttle RPM Range	Varies by model
Fuel Induction System	EFI / Carbureted
Steering	Remote / Tiller
Weight	Varies by model
Fuel Tank Capacity	Varies by model, some models include external tank
Oil Capacity	Varies by model