Mercury 60 4-Stroke User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Transporting Portable Fuel Tanks............................................. 33
FUEL & OIL
Fuel Recommendations.............................................................35
Filling Fuel Tank........................................................................37
Engine Oil Recommendations...................................................37
Checking and Adding Engine Oil...............................................38
FEATURES & CONTROLS
Remote Control Features..........................................................40
Warning System........................................................................41
Power Trim and Tilt....................................................................43
Throttle Grip Friction Adjustment ‑ Tiller Handle Models...........47
Steering Friction Adjustment......................................................47
Trim Tab Adjustment.................................................................49
OPERATION
Pre‑Starting Check List..............................................................51
Operating In Freezing Temperatures.........................................51
Operating In Salt Water Or Polluted Water................................51
Pre‑Starting Instructions............................................................52
Engine Break‑in Procedure........................................................52
Starting the Engine ‑ Remote Control Models...........................53
Starting the Engine ‑ Tiller Handle Models................................55
Gear Shifting .............................................................................58
Stopping The Engine ................................................................59
Emergency Starting ..................................................................60
MAINTENANCE
Outboard Care...........................................................................63
EPA Emissions..........................................................................63
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule......................................64
Flushing the Cooling System.....................................................66

Mercury 60 4-Stroke Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-Stroke
Horsepower	60 hp
Displacement	995 cc
Fuel System	Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Alternator Output	18 amp / 226 watt
Starting	Electric
Cylinders	4 (inline)
Shaft Length	20" or 25"
Full Throttle RPM Range	5000-6000
Warranty	3-Year Limited Warranty