Mercury MerCruiser Axius 350 MAG User Manual

© 2009 Mercury Marine Axius & Axius SeaCore 350, 377 Models with Emissions Control
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Declaration of Conformance – Mercury MerCruiser
This sterndrive or inboard engine when installed in accordance to Mercury MerCruisers’ instructions complies with the
requirements of the following directives by meeting the associated standards, as amended:
Recreational Craft Directive 94/25/EC; 2003/44/EC
Applicable Requirement Standards Applied
Owner’s manual (A.2.5) ISO 10240
Openings in Hull, Deck and superstructure (A.3.4) ISO 9093‑1; ISO 9093‑2
Handling characteristics (A.4) ISO 8665
Inboard Engine (A.5.1.1) ISO 15584; ISO 10088; ISO 7840; ISO 10133
Fuel System (A.5.2) ISO 10088; ISO 7840; ISO 8469
Electrical System (A.5.3) ISO 10133; ISO 8846
Steering system (A.5.4)
Applicable portions of: ISO 10592, ISO 8848 and ABYC
P‑17
Exhaust emission requirements (B.2) ISO 8178
Owner’s manual (B.4) ISO 8665
Noise emission levels (C.1) ISO 14509
Ignition‑protected equipment (Annex II) ISO 8846; SAE J1171; SAE J1191; SAE J 2031
Mercury MerCruiser declares that our sterndrive or inboard engines without integral exhaust, when installed in a
recreational craft, in accordance with the manufacturers supplied instructions, will meet the exhaust emissions
requirements of the directive mentioned above. This engine must not be put into service until the recreational craft in which
it is to be installed has been declared in conformity, if so required, with the relevant provision of the directive.
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EC, 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC
Generic emission standard EN 50081‑1
Generic immunity standard EN 50082‑1
Vehicles, boats and internal combustion engine driven
devices ‑ Radio disturbance characteristics
SAE J551 (CISPR 12)
Electrostatic discharge testing EN 61000‑6‑2; EN 61000‑4‑2; EN61000‑4‑3
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2003/44/EC is:
Det Norske Veritas
Norway
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This declaration is issued under the sole responsibility of Mercury Marine and Mercury MerCruiser.
Kevin Grodzki
President ‑ Mercury MerCruiser, Stillwater, OK, USA
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Mercury MerCruiser Axius 350 MAG Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	MerCruiser Axius 350 MAG
Category	Engine
Language	English

Summary

Declaration of Conformance – Mercury MerCruiser

Recreational Craft Directive Compliance

Compliance with directives for sterndrive/inboard engines.

Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Compliance

Compliance with EMC directives for emissions and immunity.

Section 1 - Warranty

Mercury MerCruiser Limited Warranty

Details of the limited warranty for gasoline-fueled MerCruiser products.

3-Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion

Warranty coverage for corrosion damage on Mercury marine engines.

California Emissions Limited Warranty

Warranty specific to emission control systems for California-certified engines.

Emission Control Information Label

Explanation of the emission control information label on the engine.

Section 2 - Getting to Know Your Power Package

Identification

Locating and understanding engine and sterndrive serial numbers and identification.

Features and Controls

Overview of key operational features and controls for the power package.

Lanyard Stop Switch

Function and safety precautions for the engine kill switch lanyard.

Joystick—Basic Operation

Guidance on using the boat's joystick for maneuvering.

Power Trim

How to use the power trim system for optimal boat performance.

Auto Heading

How to engage and use the Auto Heading mode for maintaining course.

Section 3 - On The Water

Safe Boating Suggestions

Essential tips for safe operation and boating practices.

Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Information on carbon monoxide hazards and prevention.

Impact with Underwater Hazards

Risks and safety measures when encountering underwater obstacles.

Maneuvering with the Joystick

How to use the joystick for precise boat control.

Special Digital Throttle and Shift (DTS) Features

Overview of advanced throttle and shift system features.

Section 4 - Specifications

Fuel Requirements

Essential information on recommended gasoline types and ratings.

Engine Oil

Recommended types and grades of engine oil for optimal performance.

Engine Specifications

Technical details and performance data for the engine models.

Fluid Specifications

Capacities and types of fluids for engine, sterndrive, and steering systems.

Section 5 - Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule—Sterndrive Models

Recommended maintenance tasks based on intervals for sterndrive models.

Engine Oil

Procedures for checking, filling, and changing engine oil and filter.

Sterndrive Gear Lube

Procedures for checking, filling, and changing sterndrive gear lube.

Flushing the Power Package

General information and procedures for flushing the cooling system.

Section 6 - Storage

Cold Weather or Extended Storage

Recommendations for preparing the boat for winter or long-term storage.

Preparing Power Package for Storage

Steps to prepare the engine and fuel system for storage.

Draining the Seawater System

Procedures for draining the boat's seawater cooling system.

Section 7 - Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Charts

Tables providing common causes and remedies for performance issues.

Engine Will Not Start or Is Hard to Start

Troubleshooting steps for engines that won't start or start hard.

Poor Performance

Diagnosing and resolving issues related to poor engine performance.

Joystick

Diagnosing and resolving issues related to the joystick control.

Section 8 - Customer Assistance Information

Owner Service Assistance

Information on obtaining service and support for the power package.

Resolving a Problem

Steps for resolving issues or concerns with the product.

Mercury Marine Service Offices

Contact details for Mercury Marine service centers worldwide.