Mercury 8 User Manual

TRANSPORTING
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MANUAL VENTING TYPE FUEL TANK
1. Close fuel tank air vent when transporting tank. This will
prevent escape of fuel or vapors from tank.
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AUTO-VENTING TYPE FUEL TANK
1. Disconnect the remote fuel line from tank. This will close the
air vent and prevent escape of fuel or vapors from tank.
2. Install tether cap over the fuel line connector stem. This will
protect the connector stem from being accidently pushed‑in,
thus, allowing fuel or vapor to escape.
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a
b
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a - Connector stem b - Tether cap
Trailering Boat/Outboard ‑ Models with Power Tilt
Trailer your boat with the outboard tilted down in a vertical
operating position.

Mercury 8 Specifications

General

Full Throttle RPM	5000-6000 RPM
Cylinders	2
Gear Ratio	2.08:1
Horsepower	8 HP
Starting	Manual
Shaft Length	15 in, 20 in
Fuel Tank Capacity	External