Mercury Racing 500R - Page 8

Features and Controls
Electronic Remote Control (ERC)..................................................................... 35
Hot Foot............................................................................................................ 45
Active Trim........................................................................................................ 47
Adaptive Speed Control.................................................................................... 54
Advanced Sound Control.................................................................................. 54
Engine Synchronization (Multiple Engines)...................................................... 54
Helm Transfer................................................................................................... 54
Quick Steer....................................................................................................... 57
Throttle and Shift Operation with Three or Four Engines................................. 57
Single‑Lever Mode (Multiple Engines).............................................................. 60
Start/Stop All Engines....................................................................................... 61
Throttle‑Only Mode........................................................................................... 62
Warning System............................................................................................... 62
Power Trim and Tilt...........................................................................................65
Operation
Important Daily Inspection Before Each Use ................................................... 71
Prestarting Check List.......................................................................................71
Operating in Freezing Temperatures................................................................ 72
Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water......................................................... 72
Operating at High Elevations............................................................................ 72
Effects of Elevation and Weather on Performance........................................... 73
Setting Trim Angle while Running Engine at Idle Speed.................................. 74
Engine Break‑in Procedure...............................................................................74
Fuel Supply Module Priming Procedure........................................................... 75
Starting the Engine........................................................................................... 76
Gear Shifting..................................................................................................... 79
Stopping the Engine......................................................................................... 81
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