Mercury Optimax 150 User Manual

OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION
Page 1D-12 90-855347R1 JANUARY 1999
d. Return remote control handle to neutral. The propeller should turn freely without
drag. If not, adjust barrel closer to cable end guide. Repeat steps a thru d.
Throttle Cable
INSTALLATION
1. Position remote control into neutral.
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2. Attach throttle cable to the throttle lever. Secure with latch.
a
a-Latch
3. Adjust the cable barrel so that the installed throttle cable will hold the idle stop screw
against the stop.
a
b
a-Cable Barrel – Adjust To Hold Idle Stop Screw Against Stop
b-Idle Stop Screw
4. Check throttle cable adjustment as follows:
a. Shift outboard into gear a few times to activate the throttle linkage. Make sure to
rotate the propeller shaft while shifting into reverse.
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Mercury Optimax 150 Specifications

General

Horsepower	150 HP
Engine Type	V6
Alternator Output	60 amp / 756 watt
Starting	Electric
Steering	Remote
Displacement	2.5 L
Fuel Induction System	2-Stage Direct Fuel Injection (DFI)
Shaft Length	20", 25"
Dry Weight	431 lbs (20 in), 439 lbs (25 in)