OPERATION
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1 - Integral Trim Control - Used to trim one or more drive
units simultaneously from the handle while the boat is
underway. Press up on the switch to trim the drive unit
(s) up/out. Press down on switch to trim drive unit(s)
down/in.
2 - Trailer Button -Used to operate the power trim
through‑out its full range. This would be used to position
the drive unit up/out to its trailering position. Press the
button until drive unit reaches desired height for trailering
drive units.
3 -
Independent Trim Control (Trim Adjustment
Switches) - With a single integral trim switch in the
handle to control two drive units simultaneously, the
independent trim control switches control each drive
unit's trim independently. These switches can be used to
fine tune the trim adjustment of each drive unit. Press the
switches to set each drive unit to the desired trim angle.
Then use the integral trim switch in the handle to control
the trim of both drive units simultaneously.
Freezing Temperature Operation
IMPORTANT: If operating the boat in freezing temperatures,
ensure that closed coolant is rated for the temperature range in
which it is to be used. The seawater section of the engine must be
drained after use to prevent freezing. Damage caused by freezing
is not covered by Mercury Racing's Limited Warranty.
Starting, Shifting and Stopping
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WARNING
Avoid fire or explosion. Before starting the engine, operate the
bilge blower for at least five minutes to remove any explosive
fumes from the engine compartment. If the boat is not equipped
with a bilge blower, open the engine hatch and leave it open while
starting the engine.
NEW ENGINES OR ENGINES COMING OUT OF STORAGE
See Power Package Recommissioning.