Mercury 40 4-Stroke User Manual

FEATURES & CONTROLS
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Remote Control Features
Your boat may be equipped with one of the Mercury Precision or Quicksilver remote controls shown. If
not, consult your dealer for a description of the functions and operations of the remote control.
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a
c
d
e
b
h
c
a
g
d
e
b
i
f
g
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c
a
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a - Control handle - forward, neutral,
reverse
b - Neutral release lever
c - Lanyard stop switch - Refer to General
Information - Lanyard Stop Switch
d - Trim/tilt switch (if equipped) - Refer to
Features and Controls - Power Trim
and Tilt
e - Lanyard - Refer to General Information
- Lanyard Stop Switch
f - Throttle friction adjustment - Console
controls require cover removal for
adjustment
g - Ignition key switch - "OFF," "ON,"
START"
h - Fast idle lever - Refer to Operation -
Starting the Engine
i - Throttle only button - Refer to Operation
- Starting the Engine
Warning System - Manual Starting Models
The outboard warning system incorporates a warning horn below the tiller handle.
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a -
Warning horn below tiller handle
WARNING SYSTEM OPERATION
The warning horn will emit either a continuous beep or intermittent short beeps, and engine speed will
be limited to 2000 RPM. This will alert the operator and help identify the following situations.

Mercury 40 4-Stroke Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-Stroke
Horsepower	40 hp
Cylinders	3
Fuel Induction System	Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Starting	Electric
Displacement	747 cc
Shaft Length	20 in
Dry Weight	216 lbs
Steering	Remote
Alternator Amp	18 amp / 226 watt
Full Throttle RPM	5500 - 6000 RPM