Mercury Inboard 5.7L User Manual

On The Water
90-860174050 JUNE 2005 Page 25
OPERATION CHART
Operation Chart
BEFORE STARTING AFTER STARTING WHILE UNDERWAY AFTER STOPPING
Install bilge drain plug.
Observe all gauges to
check condition of
engine. If not normal, stop
engine.
Observe all gauges to
check condition of engine. If
not normal, stop engine.
Turn ignition key to the
"OFF" position.
Open engine hatch.
Check for fuel, oil, water,
fluid and exhaust leaks.
Listen for the audio alarm.
Turn battery switch to the
"OFF" position.
Turn battery switch on.
Check shift and throttle
control operation.
Close fuel shut off valve.
Operate bilge blowers. Check steering operation.
Close seacock, if
equipped.
Open fuel shut off valve.
Flush cooling system if in
saltwater.
Open seacock, if
equipped.
Drain bilge.
Close the drain system.
Check the engine oil.
Perform all other checks
specified by your dealer
and/or boat builder.
Listen for Audio Warning
Alarm to sound when the
ignition switch is in the
"ON" position.
Starting and Stopping the Engine
NOTE: Only perform those functions applicable to your power package.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Check all items listed in the Operation Chart.
2. Place the remote control handle in neutral.
!
CAUTION
Overheating from insufficient cooling water will cause engine and drive system damage.
Ensure that there is sufficient water always available at water inlet holes during operation.
!
WARNING
Explosive gasoline fumes collect in the engine compartment. Avoid injury or property
damage, operate the bilge blower for at least 5 minutes prior to starting the engine. If the
boat is not equipped with a bilge blower, open the engine hatch and leave it open while
starting the engine.
3. Turn ignition key to "START". Release key when engine starts and allow switch to return
to "ON" position. Allow engine to warm up (6‑10 minutes on first start of the day). The
engine will normally idle at 900‑1000 RPM and then return to normal idle RPM of
approximately 750 RPM.
NOTE: If the engine has not run for a long period of time it may require a couple of attempts
while the fuel bowl refills.
4. If engine does not start after 3 attempts:

Mercury Inboard 5.7L Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	Inboard 5.7L
Category	Engine
Language	English