Specifications

MAINTENANCE
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1. Turn off the engine before servicing the battery.
2. Add water as necessary to keep the battery full.
3. Make sure the battery is secure against movement.
4. Battery cable terminals should be clean, tight, and correctly installed.
Positive to positive and negative to negative.
5. Make sure the battery is equipped with a nonconductive shield to
prevent accidental shorting of battery terminals.
Charging System Fusible Link
This model has a 100 ampere fusible link between the alternator and the
+12 volt stud. This fusible link protects the alternator from damage due to
accidental reverse battery connection. If the battery cables are reversed,
the fusible link creates an open circuit, protecting the alternator. With the
fusible link open, the engine can be started; however, the run time is limited,
because the alternator is not charging the boat battery. If the fusible link
circuit becomes open, contact your authorized Mercury Marine dealer.
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Removing the Propeller
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WARNING
Avoid possible serious injury or death. Shift the outboard to the neutral
position and remove spark plug leads before servicing the propeller. If
the propeller is rotated while the engine is in gear, the engine could start
and, therefore, create a hazardous condition.