Mercury 92-8M0069603

Section 2 - On the Water
90-8M0113986 eng DECEMBER 2015 Page 11
Section 2 - On the Water
Table of Contents
Safe Boating Recommendations.......................................... 12
Carbon Monoxide Exposure................................................. 13
Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning ..................... 13
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas ........................................ 13
Good Ventilation .......................................................... 13
Poor Ventilation ........................................................... 14
Important Operation Information........................................... 14
Launching...................................................................... 14
Duty Cycle Rating Requirements...................................14
High‑Output Rating........................................................ 14
Operation Chart............................................................. 15
Freezing Temperature and Cold Weather Operation.... 15
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump............................................16
Starting, Shifting, and Stopping............................................ 16
Before Starting the Engine.............................................16
Important Information—SmartStart................................ 16
Starting a Cold Engine................................................... 16
Engine Warm Up........................................................... 17
Starting a Warm Engine ................................................17
Shifting........................................................................... 17
Engine Shut Down (Stopping)....................................... 17
Protecting People in the Water............................................. 18
While Boat is in Operation ............................................ 18
While the Boat is Stationary ......................................... 18
High‑Speed and High‑Performance..................................... 18
Passenger Safety In Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats.......... 18
Boats Having An Open Front Deck .............................. 18
Boats With Front‑Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing
Seats ............................................................................ 19
Wave and Wake Jumping..................................................... 19
Impact With Underwater Hazards......................................... 19
Conditions Affecting Operation............................................. 20
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the
Boat............................................................................... 20
Bottom of Boat............................................................... 20
Elevation and Climate.................................................... 20
Propeller Selection.........................................................21
Getting Started..................................................................... 21
Initial Break‑In Procedure.............................................. 21
Engine Break‑In............................................................. 21
20‑Hour Break‑In Period ....................................... 21
After the 20‑Hour Break‑In Period ......................... 21
End of First Season Checkup........................................ 22
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