Mercury 75 OptiMax User Manual

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Troubleshooting
Starter Motor Will Not Crank the Engine....................................91
Engine Will Not Start..................................................................91
Engine Runs Erratically............................................................. 92
Performance Loss......................................................................92
Battery Will Not Hold Charge..................................................... 92
Owner Service Assistance
Local Repair Service..................................................................93
Service Away from Home.......................................................... 93
Parts and Accessories Inquiries................................................ 93
Service Assistance.................................................................... 93
Mercury Marine Service Offices.................................................94
Outboard Installation
Important Information.................................................................96
Boat Horsepower Capacity........................................................ 96
Start in Gear Protection............................................................. 97
Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard.................................. 97
Fuel Tanks................................................................................. 97
Low Permeation Fuel Hose Requirement ................................. 97
Installation Specifications.......................................................... 98
Lifting the Outboard................................................................... 98
Steering Cable ‑ Starboard Side Routed Cable......................... 99
Determining Recommended Outboard Mounting Height......... 101
Drilling Outboard Mounting Holes............................................ 102
Fastening the Outboard to the Transom.................................. 103
Electrical, Fuel Hose, Flush Hose and Control Cables............ 107
Oil Injection Set‑Up.................................................................. 120
Trim In Pin............................................................................... 122

Mercury 75 OptiMax Specifications

General

Engine Type	2-stroke
Displacement	1526 cc
Horsepower	75 hp
Alternator	60 amp / 756 watt
Cylinders	3
Starting	Electric
Full Throttle RPM Range	5000-5750 rpm
Steering	Remote
Fuel Induction System	2-stage direct fuel injection
Shaft Length	20"
Weight	170 kg