Mercury Marine 899846001 manual Outboard Power, Pre‑Operating Check List

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OPERATION

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.

•Be sure there is an approved personal flotation device of suitable size for each person aboard and readily accessible (it is the law).

•Check that the paddles are in the boat in case of engine trouble.

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Contents Warranty Message Heavy Duty 380, 430HIN Table of Contents Cleaning Procedure Deflating Folding Instructions Warranty Registration United States and Canada Warranty InformationTransfer of Warranty What is Covered Duration of Coverage What Mercury will doHOW to Obtain Warranty Coverage What is not CoveredDisclaimers and Limitations Before Operating Your Boat General InformationBoaters Responsibilities Lanyard Stop Switch General Information Protecting People In The Water While YOU are CruisingWave And Wake Jumping While Boat is StationaryImpact With Underwater Hazards Exhaust Emissions Be Alert to Carbon Monoxide PoisoningGood Ventilation Poor VentilationSafe Boating Suggestions While Boat is MovingGeneral Information Specifications Models with PVC FabricModels with Hypalon Fabric 530Manufacturers Plate Wind Force and Wave HeightPowered Boat Rating Back View Boat ComponentsComponent Location ‑ PVC Models Front ViewTransom View Side ViewComponent Location ‑ Hypalon Models Model 380 shown Transporting Trailering BoatFloorboard Installation Models with Wood Floors OperationSlide the rear floorboard No.5 under the transom retainer. b Side joiners Floorboard Installation Models with Aluminium Floors Six board model Slide the rear floorboard under the transom retainers. b 24122 Inflating Closed position Valve capOverpressure Security Valve ‑ Hypalon Models Outboard Power Pre‑Operating Check ListLoading Plug Drain Valve Operation Drain Valve OperationSlide Drain Valve Operation Beaching TowingAir Chamber Deflates Accidently Deflating MaintenanceCleaning Procedure Folding Instructions 23508 Repairs Air Chamber Repair ‑ Hypalon FabricTWO Part Adhesive Air Chamber Repair ‑ PVC FabricONE Part Glue Emergency Repairs only Repairs Repairs Storage Storage PreparationParts And Accessories Inquiries Owners Service AssistanceService Assistance Service Away From Home