Mercury HP 500 EFI Bravo XR/XZ/III, HP 500 EFI Bravo III User Manual
Warranty Message
The product you have purchased comes with a limited warranty from Mercury Marine; the terms of the warranty are set
forth in the Warranty Information section of this manual. The
warranty statement contains a description of what is covered,
what is not covered, the duration of coverage, how to best
obtain warranty coverage, important disclaimers and limita-
tions of damages, and other related information. Please
review this important information.
WARNING
The operator (driver) is responsible for the correct and
safe operation of the boat, the equipment aboard and the
safety of all occupants aboard. We strongly recommend
that the operator read this Operation and Maintenance
Manual and thoroughly understand the operational instructions for the power package and all related accessories before the boat is used.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
The description and specifications contained herein were in effect at the time
this guide was approved for printing. Mercury Marine, whose policy is one of
continuous improvement, reserves the right to discontinue models at any
time, or to change specifications or designs, without notice and without incurring obligation.
Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A.
2001, Mercury Marine
The following are registered trademarks of Brunswick Corporation: Autoblend, Jet-Prop, Mariner, Merc, MerCathode, MerCruiser, Mercury, Mercury
Marine, Mercury Precision Parts, Mercury Racing, Quicksilver, Ride-Guide,
and Thruster.
90-840175021 601
HP 500 EFI Bravo XR/XZ/III
2001 Mercury Marine
–2 500 EFI Bravo
–1500 EFI Bravo
for your purchase of one of the finest marine power packages
available. It incorporates numerous design features to assure operating ease and durability.
With proper care and maintenance, you will thoroughly enjoy
using this product for many boating seasons. To ensure maximum performance and carefree use, we ask that you thoroughly read this manual.
The Operation and Maintenance Manual contains specific instructions for using and maintaining your product. We suggest that this manual remain with the product for ready reference whenever you are on the water.
Again, thank you for purchasing one of our MerCruiser products. We sincerely hope your boating will be pleasant!
Mercury Racing,
N7480 County Road “UU”
Fond du Lac, WI 54935-9585
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IDENTIFICATION RECORD
PLEASE RECORD THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
1 Engine Model/Horsepower:
2 Engine S/N:
3 Transom Assembly S/N:
4 Stern Drive S/N & Gear Ratio:
5 Propeller Number/Pitch:
6 Hull ID Number:
7 Boat Model & Length:
SERIAL NUMBERS
The serial numbers are the manufacturer’s keys to numerous engineering details
which apply to your MerCruiser
power package. When contacting your Authorized
MerCruiser Dealer about service, always specify model and serial numbers.
1500 EFI Bravo
4321
2
3
4
5
76
2 500 EFI Bravo
CB128
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
Warranty Information
Warranty Registration 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Transfer Of Warranty 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mercury RACING DIVISION One Year Limited Warranty 8.
3 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion (Worldwide) 12.
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions for Mercury Racing
Outboard and Sterndrive Products 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Information
Boater’s Responsibilities 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Operating Your Boat 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Boat Horsepower Capacity 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation 18. . . . .
Lanyard Stop Switch 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Trailering Boat 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Protecting People In The Water 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Carbon Monoxide Risk 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wave And Wake Jumping 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Impact With Underwater Hazards 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating In Shallow Water 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safe Boating Suggestions 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stolen Power Package 30. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications
Fuel Requirements 31. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Crankcase Oil 34. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Capacities 35. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Specifications 36. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tune Up Specifications 37. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation
Engine Break-In 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
After Break-In Period 39. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrumentation 41. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Audio Warning System 43. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical System Overload Protection 45. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Controls (Panel Mounted) 47. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Controls (Console Mounted) 49. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Operation (cont.)
Remote Controls (Console Mounted Zero Effort) 51. . . . . . . .
Power Trim 53. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting, Shifting and Stopping 64. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting/Operation Chart Checklist 66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Freezing Temperature Operation 66. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump 67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Launching And Boat Operation Care 67. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conditions Affecting Operation
Weight Distribution 68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bottom Of Boat 68. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cavitation 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ventilation 69. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Propeller Selection 70. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Conditions That Lower Engine Performance 71. . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance
Operation And Maintenance 72. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacement Service Parts 73. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions 74. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Charts 77. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking Fluid Levels 83. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing Fluids 89. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubrication 94. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Propellers 99. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Flushing Cooling System 107. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seawater Pump Impeller Inspection 107. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning Seawater (Raw Water) Section of Oil Cooler 109. . .
Changing Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve 109. . . . . . . . .
Drive Belt 111. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filters 112. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Corrosion and Corrosion Protection 113. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery 118. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bottom of Boat 119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inspection of Power Package 119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Attention Required After Submersion 119. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance Log 120. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Cold Weather or Extended Storage
Power Package Lay-up 122. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Draining Instructions 125. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Winter Storage 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Package Recommissioning 128. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting
Starter Motor Will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slow 129. . . .
Engine Will Not Start or Is Hard to Start 129. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine Runs Rough, Misses, and/or Backfires 130. . . . . . . . . .
Poor Performance 131. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Excessive Engine Temperature 131. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Insufficient Engine Temperature 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Low Engine Oil Pressure 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Battery Will Not Come Up On Charge 132. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Doesn’t Run) 133. . . . .
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Runs But Drive Unit
Does Not Move) 133. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has Excessive Free-
Play or Makes Unusual Sounds 134. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering Wheel Turns Hard or Jerky 134. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Block Water Pressure Is Below Specification 135. . . . . . . . . . .
Block Water Pressure Is Above Specification 135. . . . . . . . . . .
Water Flow Diagram
500 EFI Engine 136. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wiring Diagrams
Power Trim (Single Engine) 137. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Trim (Dual Engine) 138. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument Wiring Harness 139. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Owner Service Assistance
Owner Service Assistance 140. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ordering Literature
Ordering Literature 144. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
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Warranty Registration
UNITED STATES AND CANADA
1. It is important that your selling dealer fills out the Warranty Regis-
tration Card completely and mails it to the factory immediately
upon sale of the new product.
2. It identifies name and address of the original purchaser, product
model and serial number(s), date of sale, type of use and selling
dealer’s code, name and address. The dealer also certifies that
you are the original purchaser and user of the product.
3. Upon receipt of the W arranty Registration Card at the factory, you
will be issued a plastic Owner W arranty Registration Card which
is your only valid registration identification. It must be presented
to the servicing dealer should warranty service be required. Warranty claims will not be accepted without presentation of this
card.
4. A temporary Owner Warranty Registration Card will be pres-
ented to you when you purchase the product. It is valid only for
30 days from date of sale while your plastic Owner Warranty Registration Card is being processed. Should your product need service during this period, present the temporary registration card
to the dealer. He will attach it to your warranty claim form.
5. Because of your selling dealer’s continuing personal interest in
your satisfaction, the product should be returned to him for warranty service.
6. If your plastic card is not received within 30 days from date of new
product sale, please contact your selling dealer.
7. The product warranty is not effective until the product is regis-
tered at the factory.
NOTE: Registration lists must be maintained by factory and dealer
on marine products sold in the United States, should notification under the Federal Boat Safety Act be required.
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Warranty Registration (cont.)
OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
1. It is important that your selling dealer fills out the Warranty Regis-
tration Card completely and mails it to the distributor or Marine
Power Service Center responsible for administering the warranty
registration/claim program for your area.
2. The Warranty Registration Card identifies your name and ad-
dress, product model and serial number(s), date of sale, type of
use and the selling distributor’s/dealer’s code number, name and
address. The distributor/dealer also certifies that you are the
original purchaser and user of the product.
3. A copy of the Warranty Registration Card, designated as the
“Purchaser’s Copy”, MUST be given to you immediately after the
card has been completely filled out by the selling distributor/dealer. This card represents your factory registration identification,
and should be retained by you for future use when required.
Should you ever require warranty service on this product, your
dealer may ask you for the Warranty Registration Card to verify
date of purchase and to use the information on the card to prepare the warranty claim form(s).
4. In some countries, the Marine Power Service Center will issue
you a permanent (plastic) Warranty Registration Card within 30
days after receiving the “Factory Copy” of the W arranty Registration Card from your distributor/dealer. If you receive a plastic
Warranty Registration Card, you may discard the “Purchaser’s
Copy” that you received from the distributor/dealer when you purchased the product. Ask your distributor/dealer if this plastic card
program applies to you.
5. For further information concerning the Warranty Registration
Card and its relationship to Warranty Claim processing, refer to
the “International Warranty”.
IMPORTANT: Registration lists must be maintained by the factory and dealer in some countries by law . It is our desire to have
ALL products registered at the factory should it ever be necessary to contact you. Make sure your dealer/distributor fills out
the warranty registration card immediately and sends the factory copy to the Marine Power International Service Center for
your area.
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Transfer Of Warranty
The limited warranty is transferable to a subsequent purchaser, but
only for the remainder of the unused portion of the limited warranty.
This will not apply to products used for commercial applications.
DIRECT SALE BY OWNER
The second owner can be registered as the new owner and retain the
unused portion of the limited warranty by sending the former owner’s
plastic Owner Warranty Registration Card and a copy of the bill of
sale to show proof of ownership. In the United States and Canada,
mail to:
Mercury Marine
W6250 W. Pioneer Road
P.O. Box 1939
Fond du Lac, WI 54936-1939
Attn: Warranty Registration Department
A new Owner Warranty Registration Card will be issued with the ne w
owner’s name and address. Registration records will be changed on
the factory computer registration file.
There is no charge for this service.
For products purchased outside the United States and Canada, con-
tact the distributor in your country, or the Mercury Marine Service Office closest to you.
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Mercury RACING DIVISION One Year Limited
Wa rranty
WHAT IS COVERED
Mercury Marine warrants its new products to be free of defects in ma terial and workmanship during the period described below.
DURATION OF COVERAGE
This Limited W arranty provides coverage for one (1) year from either
the date the product is first sold to a recreational use retail purchaser ,
or the date on which the product is first put into service, whichever
occurs first. The repair or replacement of parts, or the performance
of service under this warranty, does not extend the life of this warranty beyond its original expiration date. Unexpired warranty coverage
can be transferred to a subsequent purchaser upon proper re-registration of the product.
CONDITIONS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER TO OBTAIN
WARRANTY COVERAGE
Warranty coverage is available only to retail customers that purchase from a Dealer authorized by Mercury Marine to distribute the
product in the country in which the sale occurred, and then only after
the Mercury Marine specified pre-delivery inspection process is
completed and documented. Warranty coverage becomes available
upon proper registration of the product by the authorized dealer. Inaccurate warranty registration information regarding recreational
use, or subsequent change of use from recreational to commercial
may void the warranty at the sole discretion of Mercury Marine. Routine maintenance outlined in the Operation, Maintenance and Warranty Manual must be timely performed in order to maintain warranty
coverage. Mercury Marine reserves the right to make warranty coverage contingent upon proof of proper maintenance.
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Mercury RACING DIVISION One Year Limited
Warranty (cont.)
WHAT MERCURY WILL DO
Mercury’s sole and exclusive obligation under this warranty is limited
to, at our option, repairing a defective part, replacing such part or
parts with new or Mercury Marine certified re-manufactured parts, or
refunding the purchase price of the Mercury product. Mercury reserves the right to improve or modify products from time to time without assuming an obligation to modify products previously manufactured.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE
The customer must provide Mercury with a reasonable opportunity
to repair and reasonable access to the product for warranty service.
Warranty claims shall be made by delivering the product for inspection to a Mercury dealer authorized to service the product. If purchaser cannot deliver the product to such a dealer, written notice must be
given to Mercury. W e will then arrange for the inspection and any covered repair. Purchaser in that case shall pay for all related transportation charges and/or travel time. If the service provided is not covered
by this warranty , purchaser shall pay for all related labor and material, and any other expenses associated with that service. Purchaser
shall not, unless requested by Mercury, ship the product or parts of
the product directly to Mercury . The warranty registration card is the
only valid registration identification and must be presented to the
dealer at the time warranty service is requested in order to obtain
coverage.
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Mercury RACING DIVISION One Year Limited
Warranty (cont.)
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This limited warranty does not cover routine maintenance items, tune
ups, adjustments, normal wear and tear, damage caused by abuse,
abnormal use, use of a propeller or gear ratio that does not allow the
engine to run in its recommended wide-open-throttle rpm range (see
the Operation, Maintenance & Warranty Manual), operation of the
product in a manner inconsistent with the recommended operation/
duty cycle section of the Operation, Maintenance & Warranty Manual, neglect, accident, submersion, improper installation (proper
installation specifications and techniques are set forth in the installation instructions for the product), improper service, use of an accessory or part not manufactured or sold by us, operation with fuels, oils
or lubricants which are not suitable for use with the product (see the
Operation, Maintenance & Warranty Manual), alteration or removal
of parts, water entering the engine through the fuel intake, air intake
or exhaust system, or damage to the product from insufficient cooling
water caused by blockage of the cooling system by a foreign body,
running the engine out of water, mounting the drive too high on the
transom, or running the boat with the drive trimmed out too far. The
commercial use of the product, defined as any work or employment
related use of the product, or any income generating use of the product, even if such use is only occasional, will void the warranty. Use
of the product for racing or other competitive activity, at any point,
even by a prior owner of the product, voids the warranty.
Expenses related to haul-out, launch, towing, storage, telephone,
rental, inconvenience, slip fees, insurance coverage, loan payments, loss of time, loss of income, or any other type of incidental or
consequential damages are not covered by this warranty. Also, expenses associated with the removal and/or replacement of boat
partitions or material caused by boat design for access to the product
are not covered by this warranty.
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Mercury RACING DIVISION One Year Limited
Warranty (cont.)
No individual or entity, including Mercury Marine authorized dealers,
has been given authority by Mercury Marine to make any affirmation,
representation or warranty regarding the product, other than those
contained in this limited warranty, and if made, shall not be enforceable against Mercury Marine.
For additional information regarding events and circumstances covered by this warranty, and those that are not, see the Warranty Coverage section of the Operation, Maintenance &Warranty Manual, incorporated by reference into this warranty.
DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS
THE IMPLIED W ARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN
DURA TION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY. INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED
FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY. SOME STATES/
COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS, LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE, AS A RESULT, THEY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY
GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO
HA VE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STA TE TO
STATE AND COUNTRY TO COUNTRY.
PRODUCTS SOLD TO GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
Contact the Mercury Racing Sales Department for a copy of the Government Agencies W arranty Packet Kit which explains the conditions
required for government agencies to receive warranty when purchasing Mercury Racing Outboard or Sterndrive product.
Mercury Racing
Sales Department
N7480 County Rd. UU
Fond du Lac, WI 54935-9585
Phone: 920-921-5330 Fax: 920-921-6533
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
3 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion
(Worldwide)
WHAT IS COVERED
Mercury Marine warrants that each new Mercury, Mariner, Mercury
Racing, Sport Jet, M
2
Jet Drive, Tracker by Mercury Marine Outboard, MerCruiser Inboard or Sterndrive engine (Product) will not be
rendered inoperative as a direct result of corrosion for the period of
time described below.
DURATION OF COVERAGE
This limited corrosion warranty provides coverage for three (3) years
from either the date the product is first sold, or the date on which the
product is first put into service, whichever occurs first. The repair or
replacement of parts, or the performance of service under this warranty does not extend the life of this warranty beyond its original expiration date. Unexpired warranty coverage can be transferred to
subsequent (noncommercial use) purchaser upon proper re-registration of the product.
CONDITIONS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER TO OBTAIN
WARRANTY COVERAGE
Warranty coverage is available only to retail customers that purchase from a Dealer authorized by Mercury Marine to distribute the
product in the country in which the sale occurred, and then only after
the Mercury Marine specified pre-delivery inspection process is
completed and documented. Warranty coverage becomes available
upon proper registration of the product by the authorized dealer. Corrosion prevention devices specified in the Operation, Maintenance
&Warranty Manual must be in use on the boat, and routine maintenance outlined in the Operation, Maintenance &Warranty Manual
must be timely performed (including without limitation the replacement of sacrificial anodes, use of specified lubricants, and touch-up
of nicks and scratches) in order to maintain warranty coverage. Mercury Marine reserves the right to make warranty coverage contingent
upon proof of proper maintenance.
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3 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion
(Worldwide) (cont.)
WHAT MERCURY WILL DO
Mercury’s sole and exclusive obligation under this warranty is limited
to, at our option, repairing a corroded part, replacing such part or
parts with new or Mercury Marine certified re-manufactured parts, or
refunding the purchase price of the Mercury product. Mercury reserves the right to improve or modify products from time to time without assuming an obligation to modify products previously manufactured.
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE
The customer must provide Mercury with a reasonable opportunity
to repair, and reasonable access to the product for warranty service.
Warranty claims shall be made by delivering the product for inspection to a Mercury dealer authorized to service the product. If purchaser cannot deliver the product to such a dealer, written notice must be
given to Mercury. W e will then arrange for the inspection and any covered repair. Purchaser in that case shall pay for all related transportation charges and/or travel time. If the service provided is not covered
by this warranty , purchaser shall pay for all related labor and material, and any other expenses associated with that service. Purchaser
shall not, unless requested by Mercury, ship the product or parts of
the product directly to Mercury . The warranty registration card is the
only valid registration identification and must be presented to the
dealer at the time warranty service is requested in order to obtain
coverage.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
This limited warranty does not cover electrical system corrosion; corrosion resulting from damage, corrosion which causes purely cosmetic damage, abuse or improper service; corrosion to accessories,
instruments, steering systems; corrosion to factory installed jet drive
unit; damage due to marine growth; product sold with less than a one
year limited Product warranty; replacement parts (parts purchased
by customer); products used in a commercial application. Commercial use is defined as any work or employment related use of the
product, or any use of the product which generates income, for any
part of the warranty period, even if the product is only occasionally
used for such purposes.
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3 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion
(Worldwide) (cont.)
Corrosion damage caused by stray electrical currents (on-shore
power connections, nearby boats, submerged metal) is not covered
by this corrosion warranty and should be protected against by the
use of a corrosion protection system, such as the Mercury Precision
Parts or Quicksilver MerCathode system and/or Galvanic Isolator.
Corrosion damage caused by improper application of copper base
anti-fouling paints is also not covered by this limited warranty. If antifouling protection is required, Tri-Butyl-Tin-Adipate (TBTA) base
anti-fouling paints are recommended on Outboard and MerCruiser
boating applications. In areas where TBTA base paints are prohibited by l a w, copper base paints can be used on the hull and transom.
Do not apply paint to the outboard or MerCruiser product. In addition,
care must be taken to avoid an electrical interconnection between
the warranted product and the paint. For MerCruiser product, an unpainted gap of at least 1.5 inches (38 mm) should be left around the
transom assembly. Refer to the Operation, Maintenance & Warranty
Manual for additional details.
For additional information regarding events and circumstances covered by this warranty, and those that are not, see the Warranty Coverage section of the Operation, Maintenance & W arranty Manual, incorporated by reference into this warranty.
DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS
THE IMPLIED W ARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT-
NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN
DURA TION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY. INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED
FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY. SOME STATES/
COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW FOR THE DISCLAIMERS, LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE, AS A RESULT, THEY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY
GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO
HA VE OTHER LEGAL RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STA TE TO
STATE AND COUNTRY TO COUNTRY.
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WARRANTY INFORMATION
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions for Mercury
Racing Outboard and Sterndrive Products
The purpose of this section is to help eliminate some of the more
common misunderstandings regarding warranty coverage. The following information explains some of the types of services that are not
covered by warranty. The provisions set forth following have been incorporated by reference into the Mercury Racing Division Three Year
Limited Warranty Against Corrosion Failure, the Mercury Racing
Division 90 Day and One Year Limited Warranties.
Keep in mind that warranty covers repairs that are needed within the
warranty period because of defects in material and workmanship. Installation errors, accidents, normal wear, and a variety of other
causes that affect the product are not covered.
Warranty is limited to defects in material or workmanship, but only to
retail customers that purchase from a Dealer authorized by Mercury
Marine to distribute the product in the country in which the sale occurred, and then only after the Mercury Marine specified pre-delivery
inspection process is completed and documented.
Should you have any questions concerning warranty coverage, contact your authorized dealer. They will be pleased to answer any questions that you may have.
GENERAL EXCLUSIONS FROM WARRANTY
1 Corrosion damage incurred by your 900 SC MerCruiser prod-
uct(s) is not covered under this warranty.
2 Minor adjustments and tune-ups, including checking, cleaning or
adjusting spark plugs, ignition components, carburetor or EFI
settings, filters, belts, controls, and checking lubrication made in
connection with normal services.
3 Damage caused by lack of maintenance.
4 Haul-out, launch, towing charges, and all related transportation
charges and/or travel time, etc.
5 Additional service work requested by customer other than that
necessary to satisfy the warranty obligation.
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Warranty Coverage and Exclusions for Mercury
Racing Outboard and Sterndrive Products
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Labor performed by other than an authorized dealer may be covered only under following circumstances: When performed on
emergency basis (providing there are no authorized dealers in
the area who can perform the work required or have no facilities
to haul out, etc., and prior factory approval has been given to
have the work performed at this facility).
7 Use of other than Mercury Precision or Quicksilver parts when
making warranty repairs.
8 Engine noise does not necessarily indicate a serious engine
problem. If diagnosis indicates a serious internal engine condition which could result in a failure, condition responsible for noise
should be corrected under the warranty.
9 Lower unit and/or propeller damage caused by striking a sub-
merged object is considered a marine hazard.
10Water in the starter motor.
11 Starter motors and/or armatures or field coil assembly, which are
burned, or where lead is thrown out of commutator because of
excess cranking.
12Valve or valve seat grinding required because of wear.
13Removal of the tamper proof seals without prior pre-approval
from Mercury Racing.
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Boater’s Responsibilities
The boat driver is responsible for correct and safe operation of the
boat and safety of its occupants and general public. It is strongly recommended that each operator (driver) read and understand this entire manual before operating the outboard.
Be sure at least one additional person on board is instructed in the
basics of starting, operating and boat handling in case the driver is
unable to operate the boat.
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Before Operating Your Boat
Read this manual carefully. Safety and operating information that is
practiced along with using good common sense can help prevent
personal injury and product damage. If you have any questions, contact your dealer.
This manual as well as safety labels posted on the engine package
use safety alerts to draw your attention to special safety instructions
that must be followed.
WARNING
WARNING – Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result
in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION
CAUTION – Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in
minor injury or product or property damage.
IMPORTANT: - Indicates information or instructions that are
necessary for proper operation and/or maintenance.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
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MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER XXX
MAXIMUM PERSON
CAPACITY (POUNDS)
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MAXIMUM WEIGHT
CAPACITY
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Boat Horsepower Capacity
1 Do not overpower or overload your boat. Most boats will carry a
required capacity plate indicating the maximum acceptable power and load as determined by the manufacturer following certain
federal guidelines. If in doubt, contact your dealer or the boat
manufacturer.
WARNING
Overpowering a Boat Can Cause:
• Serious injury, death, or boat damage.
• Loss of Boat Control.
• Flotation Characteristics of Boat to be Altered from Placing
Too Much Weight on Transom.
• Boat to Break Apart, Particularly Around the Transom Area.
High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation
2 If you are not familiar with high-performance boat operation we
recommend that you first request an orientation/demonstration
ride with your dealer or an operator experienced with your boat/
sterndrive combination. Refer to the “Guide to Hi-Performance
Boat Operation” booklet (P/N 90-849250R1) included in your literature packet.
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Lanyard Stop Switch
WARNING
Should the operator fall out of the boat, the possibility of serious injury or death from being run over by the boat can be
greatly reduced by stopping the engine immediately. Always
properly connect both ends of the stop switch lanyard to the
stop switch and the operator.
1 The purpose of a lanyard stop switch is to turn off the engine
when the operator moves far enough away from the operator’s
position (as in accidental ejection from the operator’s position) to
activate the switch. A lanyard stop switch can be installed as an
accessory – generally on the dashboard or side adjacent to the
operator’s position.
2 While activation of the lanyard stop switch will stop the engine im-
mediately, a boat will continue to coast for some distance depending upon the velocity and degree of any turn at shut-down.
However, the boat will not complete a full circle. While the boat
is coasting, it can cause injury to anyone in the boat’s path as s eriously as the boat would when under power.
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Lanyard Stop Switch (Continued)
WARNING
Avoid serious injury or death from deceleration forces resulting from in accidental stop switch activation. The boat operator should never leave the operator’s station without first disconnecting the stop switch lanyard cord from themself.
Accidental or unintended activation of the Lanyard Stop Switch during normal operation is a possibility and could cause any, or a ll , of t he
following potentially hazardous situations:
3 Occupants could be thrown forward due to unexpected loss of
forward motion – a particular concern for passengers in the front
of the boat who could be ejected over the bow and possibly struck
by the gear case or propeller.
4 Loss of power and directional control in heavy seas, strong cur-
rent or high winds.
5 Loss of control when docking.
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Trailering Boat
Boat can be trailered with drive unit in “up” or “down” position.
Adequate road clearance is required between road and gear housing
skeg when trailering with drive unit in “down” position.
If adequate road clearance is a problem, place drive unit in full trailer
position and support with an optional trailer kit which is available from
your Authorized MerCruiser Dealer.
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Protecting People In The Water
WHILE YOU ARE CRUISING
It is very difficult for a person in the water to take quick action to avoid
a boat heading in their direction even at slow speed.
Always slow down and exercise extreme caution any time you are
boating in an area where there might be people in the water.
Whenever a boat is moving (even coasting) even with the drive unit
in neutral position, there is sufficient force by the water to rotate the
propeller. This neutral propeller rotation can cause serious injury.
WHILE BOAT IS STATIONARY
Shift the drive unit into neutral and shut off the engine before allowing
people to swim or be in the water near your boat.
WARNING
Stop your engine immediately whenever anyone in the water
is near your boat. Serious injury to the person in the water is
likely if contacted by a rotating propeller, a moving boat, a
moving gear case, or any solid device rigidly attached to a
moving boat or gear case.
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Carbon Monoxide Risk
WARNING
Avoid the combination of a running engine and poor ventilation. Prolonged exposure to carbon monoxide in sufficient
concentration can lead to unconsciousness, brain damage, or
death.
Carbon monoxide is a deadly gas that is odorless, colorless and
tasteless and is present in the exhaust fumes of all internal
combustion engines.
Early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning which should not be
confused with seasickness or intoxication, include headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea.
INSUFFICIENT FRESH AIR FLOW
Under certain conditions, enclosed or canvas enclosed cabins or
cockpits with insufficient ventilation may draw in carbon monoxide.
Install one or more carbon monoxide detectors in your boat.
Although rare, on a very calm day, swimmers and passengers in an
open stationary boat with a running engine, or near a running engine
may be exposed to a hazardous level of carbon monoxide.
Insufficient Air Flow Could Occur If:
While boat is stationary
1 Boat moored in a confined space with the engine running.
2 Boat is moored close to another boat with its engine running.
While boat is moving
3 Running the boat with the trim angle of the bow too high.
4 Running the boat with no forward hatches open (station wagon
effect).
SUFFICIENT FRESH AIR FLOW
5 Example of desired air flow through the boat.
Ventilate passenger area, open side curtains, or forward hatches to
remove carbon monoxide fumes.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Wave And Wake Jumping
Operating recreational boats over waves and wakes is a natural part
of boating. However, when this activity is done with speed to force the
boat hull partially or completely out of the water, certain hazards
arise, particularly when the boat re-enters the water.
The primary concern is the boat changing direction while in the midst
of the jump. In such case the landing may cause the boat to violently
veer in a new direction. Such a sharp change in direction or turn can
cause occupants to be thrown out of their seats or out of the boat.
There is another less common hazardous result from allowing your
boat to launch off a wave or wake. If the bow of your boat pitches
down far enough while airborne, upon water contact it may penetrate
under the water surface and “submarine” for an instant. This will bring
the boat nearly to a stop in an instant and can send the occupants
flying forward. The boat may also steer sharply to one side.
WARNING
Avoid serious injury or death from being thrown within or out
of a boat when it lands after jumping a wave or wake. Avoid
wave or wake jumping whenever possible. Instruct all occupants that if a wake or wave jump occurs, get low and hang on
to any boat hand hold.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Impact With Underwater Hazards
Reduce speed and proceed with caution whenever you’re driving a
boat in shallow water areas or in areas where the waters are suspected of having underwater obstacles that could be struck by the
sterndrive or the boat bottom. The Power Trim hydraulic system is
designed to provide some impact protection for the drive unit if a submerged object is struck while boat is moving forward. There is no impact protection in REVERSE. The hydraulic system will cushion the
kickup of the drive unit as it clears the object, reducing damage to
unit. After drive unit has cleared object, the drive will return to the
original operating position, preventing loss of steering control and
engine over-speed. The most important thing you can do to help
reduce injury or impact damage from striking a floating or
underwater object is control the boat speed. When driving in
waters known to have floating or underwater obstacles, boat
speed should be kept to a minimum planing speed (15 to 25
mph).
IMPORTANT: The impact protection system cannot be
designed to ensure total protection from impact damage under
all conditions.
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Impact With Underwater Hazards (cont.)
Striking a floating/underwater object may result in an infinite number
of situations. Some of these situations could result in the following:
• The boat could move suddenly in a new direction. Such a sharp
change in direction or turn can cause occupants to be thrown out
of their seats or out of the boat.
• A rapid reduction in speed. This will cause occupants to be thrown
forward, even out of the boat.
• Impact damage to the sterndrive and/or boat.
After striking a submerged object, stop engine as soon as possible
and inspect the sterndrive unit for any broken or loose parts. If damage is present or suspected, the power package should be taken to
an authorized dealer for a thorough inspection and necessary repair.
The boat should also be checked for any hull fractures, transom fractures, water leaks.
Operating a damaged sterndrive could cause additional damage to
other parts of the power package, or could affect control of the boat.
If continued running is necessary, do so at greatly reduced speeds.
WARNING
Avoid serious injury or death from loss of boat control. Continued boating with major impact damage can result in sudden
component failure with or without subsequent impacts, Have
the power package thoroughly inspected and any necessary
repairs made.