Mercury 75 OptiMax User Manual

OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
98 eng
• Low permeation hose is USCG Type B1‑15 or Type A1‑15,
defined as not exceeding 15/gm²/24 h with CE 10 fuel at
23 °C as specified in SAE J 1527 ‑ marine fuel hose.
Installation Specifications
a - Minimum transom opening
b - Engine centerline for dual engine ‑ 66.0 cm (26 in.)
Minimum Transom Opening
Single engine 84.2 cm (33 in.)
Dual engine 149.9 cm (59 in.)
Lifting the Outboard
!
WARNING
Improperly supporting an engine during lifting can result in the
engine falling, causing serious injury or death. Before lifting the
engine, verify that the lifting ring is threaded into the flywheel
for a minimum of five turns and that the hoist has the correct
lifting capacity for the engine weight.
To lift the outboard:
1. Remove the cowl from the outboard.
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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