Mercury Optimax User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
viii
Parts And Accessories Inquiries................................................85
Service Assistance....................................................................85
Mercury Marine Service Offices.................................................86
Outboard Installation
Important Information.................................................................88
Boat Horsepower Capacity........................................................88
Start in Gear Protection.............................................................88
Selecting Accessories For Your Outboard.................................89
Fuel Tanks.................................................................................89
Installation Specifications..........................................................89
Lifting the Outboard...................................................................90
Steering Cable ‑ Starboard Side Routed Cable.........................91
Determining Recommended Outboard Mounting Height...........92
Drilling Outboard Mounting Holes..............................................93
Fastening the Outboard to the Transom....................................95
Electrical, Fuel Hose, Flush Hose and Control Cables..............98
Oil Injection Set‑Up..................................................................111
Trim In Pin...............................................................................112

Mercury Optimax Specifications

General

Starting	Electric
Engine Type	2-Stroke
Fuel System	Direct Fuel Injection (DFI)
Displacement	Varies by model (e.g., 1.5L, 1.7L, 2.5L, 3.0L)
Shaft Length	20", 25"
Fuel Tank Capacity	External
Cylinders	Varies by model (e.g., 3, 4, 6 cylinders)