Mercury Optimax - Page 6

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Fuel and Oil
Fuel Recommendations.............................................................33
Fuel Requirements....................................................................35
Fuel Additives............................................................................35
Avoiding Fuel Flow Restriction..................................................35
Oil Recommendation.................................................................35
Filling Oil Injection System.........................................................35
Filling Fuel Tank........................................................................37
Features and Controls
Remote Control Features..........................................................38
Warning System........................................................................39
Power Trim And Tilt...................................................................42
Trim Tab Adjustment.................................................................46
Operation
Pre‑Starting Check List..............................................................47
Operating In Freezing Temperatures.........................................47
Operating In Salt Water Or Polluted Water................................48
Operating at High Elevations.....................................................48
Setting Trim Angle While Running Engine at Idle Speed..........49
Engine Break‑in Procedure........................................................49
Starting the Engine....................................................................50
Gear Shifting..............................................................................53
Stopping The Engine.................................................................54
Maintenance
Outboard Care...........................................................................55
EPA Emissions..........................................................................55
Inspection and Maintenance Schedule......................................56
Flushing the Cooling System ....................................................57
Top Cowl Removal And Installation...........................................58
Cleaning Care for Top Cowl......................................................59