EasyManuals Logo
Home>Mercury>Outboard Motor>45

Mercury 45 User Manual

Mercury 45
81 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Previous Page IconTo Previous Page
To Previous Page IconTo Previous Page
Page #54 background imageLoading...
Page #54 background image
OPERATION
49
Gear Shifting
IMPORTANT: Never shift outboard into gear unless engine speed is at idle. Do not shift outboard into reverse
when the engine is not running.
The outboard has three gear shift positions to provide operation: Forward (F), Neutral (N), and Reverse (R).
N
R
F
ob00557
NN
3108
F
R
Remote Control Models - When shifting, always stop at neutral position and allow the engine speed to return
to idle.
ob00308
Tiller Handle Models - Reduce engine speed to idle before shifting.
START
3077
Always shift outboard into gear with a quick motion.
After shifting outboard into gear, advance the remote control lever or rotate the throttle grip (tiller handle) to
increase speed.
Stopping The Engine
1. Remote Control Models - Reduce engine speed and shift outboard to neutral position. Turn ignition key to
"OFF" position.
ob00360
2. Tiller Handle Models - Reduce engine speed and shift outboard to neutral position. Push in the engine stop
button or turn ignition key to "OFF" position.

Table of Contents

Other manuals for Mercury 45

Questions and Answers:

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the Mercury 45 and is the answer not in the manual?

Mercury 45 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMercury
Model45
CategoryOutboard Motor
LanguageEnglish

Related product manuals