Mercury Marine 899194001 Outboard Power, Pre‑Operating Check List, Slide Drain Valve Operation

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OPERATION

SLIDE DRAIN VALVE OPERATION

When underway, slide the drain to the open position and the water will automatically run out. The inner diaphragn will prevent water from returning. After the water has been drained, slide the drain to the closed position.

Outboard Power

Choose an outboard for the boat that is in accordance with the horsepower range and maximum weight limit. Refer to the Specification table in this manual or the manufacturer's plate on the boat for the maximum outboard horsepower and outboard weight.

Install the outboard along the centerline of the boat transom. Fasten the outboard to the transom following the recommended installation instructions provided with the outboard or from the outboard manufacturer.

Check outboard for tightness on transom before each use.

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WARNING

Using an outboard that exceeds the maximum horsepower limit of a boat can: 1) cause loss of boat control 2) place too much weight at the transom altering the designed flotation characteristics of the boat or 3) cause the boat to break apart particularly around the transom area. Overpowering a boat can result in serious injury, death or boat damage.

Pre‑Operating Check List

Check the inflation pressure of the air chambers.

Remove any obstruction from the drain valve.

Check the outboard for tightness on the transom.

Know the fuel capacity and cruising range.

Check that the lanyard stop switch for the outboard works correctly.

Be sure the boat is not overloaded. Do not exceed the maximum number of passengers or load capacity. Look at the boat capacity plate.

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