OUTBOARD MOTOR INSTALLATION
Page 1D-2 90-857138R1 MAY 2000
Notice to Installer and Owner
This manual as well as safety labels posted on the outboard use the following safety alerts
to draw your attention to special safety instructions that should be followed.
DANGER
DANGER – Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe personal injury or death.
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.
Boat Horsepower Capacity
MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER XXX
MAXIMUM PERSON
CAPACITY (POUNDS) XXX
MAXIMUM WEIGHT
CAPACITY XXX
U.S. COAST GUARD CAPACITY
Do not overpower or overload your boat. Most boats will carry a required capacity plate indi-
cating the maximum acceptable power and load as determined by the manufacturer follow-
ing certain federal guidelines. If in doubt, contact your dealer or the boat manufacturer.
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 de-
signed flotation characteristics of the boat or 3. cause the boat to break apart partic-
ularly around the transom area. Overpowering a boat can result in serious injury,
death, or boat damage.
Selecting Accessories For The Outboard
Genuine Mercury Marine Quicksilver Accessories have been specifically designed and
tested for your outboard.
Mercury Marine Quicksilver accessories are available from Mercury Marine dealers.
Some accessories not manufactured or sold by Mercury Marine are not designed to be safe-
ly used with your outboard or outboard operating system. Acquire and read the installation,
operation, and maintenance manuals for all your selected accessories.
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