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Mercury 45 User Manual

Mercury 45
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FEATURES & CONTROLS
49
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WARNING
Operating the boat at high speeds with the outboard trimmed
too far under can create excessive bow steer, resulting in the
operator losing control of the boat. Install the trim limit pin in a
position that prevents excessive trim under and operate the
boat in a safe manner.
In rare circumstances, the owner may decide to limit the
trim in. This can be accomplished by repositioning the tilt
stop pin into whatever adjustment hole in the transom
bracket is desired.
2. Trimming out or up can:
Lift the bow higher out of the water.
Generally increase top speed.
Increase clearance over submerged objects or a shallow
bottom.
Increase steering torque or pull to the left at a normal
installation height (with the normal right hand rotation
propeller).
In excess, can cause boat porpoising (bouncing) or
propeller ventilation.
Cause engine overheating if any cooling water intake holes
are above the waterline.
TILTING OPERATION
To tilt outboard, shut off the engine and press the trim/tilt switch or
auxiliary tilt switch to the up position. The outboard will tilt up until
the switch is released or it reaches its maximum tilt position.
1. Push in the tilt support pin.
2. Lower outboard to rest on the tilt support pin.

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Mercury 45 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Horsepower45 HP
Cylinders3
StartingElectric
Full Throttle RPM Range5000-6000 RPM
SteeringRemote
ExhaustThrough Prop
Shaft Length20 in

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