Mercury 40 4-Stroke User Manual

FEATURES & CONTROLS
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BASIC TILTING OPERATION
Move tilt lock lever to the tilt position. Tilt outboard to desired position and lock in place by moving the
tilt lock lever back to the lock/run position.
a
b
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a - Tilt position b - Lock/run position
SHALLOW WATER OPERATION
When operating your boat in shallow water, the outboard can be adjusted and locked at a higher tilt
angle. Operate your outboard at slow speed while tilted up for shallow water operation. Keep the cooling
water intake holes submerged in the water and continue to check for water discharge from the water
pump indicator hole.
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TILTING OUTBOARD TO FULL UP POSITION
1. Stop the engine. Move the tilt lock lever to the tilt position. Take hold of the top cowl grip and raise
outboard to full tilt up position. Lock the outboard in place by moving the tilt lock lever to the lock/
run position.
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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