Mercury 40 FourStroke Manual de usuario

Thank You

for your purchase of one of the finest outboards available. You

have made a sound investment in boating pleasure. Your

outboard has been manufactured by Mercury Marine, a world

leader in marine technology and outboard manufacturing

since 1939. These years of experience have been committed

to the goal of producing the finest quality products. This led to

Mercury Marine's reputation for strict quality control,

excellence, durability, lasting performance and being the best

at providing after the sale support.

Please read this manual carefully before operating your

outboard. This manual has been prepared to assist you in the

operation, safe use and care of your outboard.

All of us at Mercury Marine took pride in building your outboard

and wish you many years of happy and safe boating.

Again, thank you for your confidence in Mercury Marine.

EPA Emissions Regulations

Outboards sold by Mercury Marine in the United States are

certified to the United States Environmental Protection

Agency as conforming to the requirements of the regulations

for the control of air pollution from new outboard motors. This

certification is contingent on certain adjustments being set to

factory standards. For this reason, the factory procedure for

servicing the product must be strictly followed and, wherever

practicable, returned to the original intent of the design.

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission

control devices and systems may be performed by any

marine engine repair establishment or individual.

Engines are labeled with an Emission Control Information

decal as permanent evidence of EPA certification.

! WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals

known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects

or other reproductive harm.

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 limitations of damages,

and other related information. Please review this important

information.

The description and specifications contained herein were in effect

at the time this manual was approved for printing. Mercury Marine,

whose policy is one of continued improvement, reserves the right

to discontinue models at any time, to change specifications,

designs, methods, or procedures without notice and without

incurring obligation.

Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin U.S.A.

Litho in U.S.A.

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Mercury Premier Service

Mercury evaluates the service performance of its dealers and

assigns its highest rating of "Mercury Premier" to those

demonstrating an exceptional commitment to service.

Earning a Mercury Premier Service rating means a dealer:

• Achieves a high 12 month service CSI (Customer Satisfaction

Index) score for warranty service.

• Possesses all necessary service tools, test equipment,

manuals and parts books.

• Employs at least one Certified or Master technician.

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• Provides timely service for all Mercury Marine customers.

• Offers extended service hours and mobile service, when

appropriate.

• Uses, displays and stocks adequate inventory of genuine

Mercury Precision Parts.

• Offers a clean, neat shop with well organized tools and service

literature.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty Information

Warranty Registration..................................................................1

Transfer of Warranty....................................................................1

Transfer of Mercury Product Protection (Extended Service

Coverage) Plan United States and Canada.................................2

Outboard Limited Warranty..........................................................3

3 Year Limited Warranty Against Corrosion................................6

Warranty Coverage and Exclusions............................................9

GENERAL INFORMATION

Boater's Responsibilities............................................................12

Before Operating Your Outboard...............................................12

Boat Horsepower Capacity........................................................13

High‑Speed and High‑Performance Boat Operation................. 13

Outboard Remote Control Models ............................................13

Remote Steering Notice.............................................................14

Lanyard Stop Switch..................................................................15

Protecting People in the Water..................................................17

Passenger Safety Message ‑ Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats..18

Wave and Wake Jumping..........................................................19

Impact with Underwater Hazards...............................................20

Safety Instructions for Hand‑Tilled Outboards...........................21

Exhaust Emissions.................................................................... 22

Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard..................................24

Safe Boating Suggestions......................................................... 24

Recording Serial Number.......................................................... 26

40/50 Specifications...................................................................26

Component Identification...........................................................28

INSTALLATION

Installing Outboard.....................................................................29

Propeller Selection.....................................................................31

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TRANSPORTING

Trailering Boat/Outboard ..........................................................32

Transporting Portable Fuel Tanks.............................................33

FUEL & OIL

Fuel Recommendations.............................................................34

Low Permeation Fuel Hose Requirement .................................35

Oil Recommendation.................................................................36

Fuel and Oil Ratio......................................................................36

Mixing Fuel and Oil....................................................................37

Filling Oil Injection System.........................................................37

Filling Fuel Tank........................................................................38

FEATURES & CONTROLS

Remote Control Features..........................................................39

Warning System ‑ Electric Start Models....................................40

Warning Horn System ‑ Manual Start Models...........................42

Engine Over‑Speed Limiter.......................................................43

Manual Tilt System....................................................................43

Power Trim And Tilt (If Equipped)..............................................47

Throttle Grip Friction Adjustment ‑ Tiller Handle Models...........51

Steering Friction Adjustment......................................................52

Trim Tab Adjustment.................................................................53

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OPERATION

Pre‑Starting Check List..............................................................54

Operating in Freezing Temperatures.........................................54

Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water..................................55

Operating at High Elevations.....................................................55

Engine Break‑in Procedure........................................................55

Starting the Engine ‑ Electric Start Remote Control Models......56

Starting the Engine ‑ Tiller Handle Models................................59

Gear Shifting..............................................................................63

Stopping the Engine .................................................................64

Emergency Starting ‑ Electric Start Models...............................64

Emergency Starting ‑ Manual Start Models...............................67

MAINTENANCE

Outboard Care...........................................................................70

EPA Regulations........................................................................70

EPA Emissions..........................................................................71

Inspection and Maintenance Schedule......................................71

Flushing the Cooling System.....................................................73

Exterior Care..............................................................................74

Top Cowl Removal and Installation...........................................74

Battery Inspection .....................................................................75

Fuel System...............................................................................75

Steering Link Rod Fasteners.....................................................76

Fuse Replacement ‑ Electric Start Models................................77

Corrosion Control Anode...........................................................78

Propeller Replacement..............................................................79

Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement...................................83

Lubrication Points......................................................................84

Checking Power Trim Fluid........................................................87

Gearcase Lubrication.................................................................88

Submerged Outboard................................................................89

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STORAGE

Storage Preparation...................................................................90

Protecting External Outboard Components...............................91

Protecting Internal Engine Components....................................91

Gearcase...................................................................................92

Positioning Outboard for Storage..............................................92

Battery Storage..........................................................................92

TROUBLESHOOTING

Starter Motor Will Not Crank The Engine (Electric Start Models)

...................................................................................................93

Engine Will Not Start..................................................................93

Engine Runs Erratically.............................................................93

Performance Loss......................................................................94

Battery Will Not Hold Charge.....................................................94

OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE

Local Repair Service..................................................................95

Service Away from Home..........................................................95

Parts and Accessories Inquiries................................................95

Service Assistance....................................................................95

Mercury Marine Service Offices.................................................96

MAINTENANCE LOG

Maintenance Log.......................................................................98

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Warranty Registration

UNITED STATES AND CANADA

To be eligible for warranty coverage, the product must be

registered with Mercury Marine.

At the time of sale, the selling dealer should complete the warranty

registration and immediately submit it to Mercury Marine via

MercNET, e‑mail, or mail. Upon receipt of this warranty

registration, Mercury Marine will record the registration.

A copy of the warranty registration should be provided to you by

your selling dealer.

NOTE: Registration lists must be maintained by Mercury Marine

and any dealer on marine products sold in the United States,

should a safety recall notification under the Federal Safety Act be

required.

You may change your address at any time, including at time of

warranty claim, by calling Mercury Marine or sending a letter or fax

with your name, old address, new address, and engine serial

number to Mercury Marine’s warranty registration department.

Your dealer can also process this change of information.

Mercury Marine

Attn: Warranty Registration Department

W6250 W. Pioneer Road

P.O. Box 1939

Fond du Lac, WI 54936-1939

920-929-5054

Fax +1 920 929 5893

OUTSIDE UNITED STATES AND CANADA

For products purchased outside the United States and Canada,

contact the distributor in your country, or the Marine Power Service

Center closest to you.

Transfer of Warranty

UNITED STATES AND CANADA

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.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

To transfer the warranty to the subsequent owner, send or fax a

copy of the bill of sale or purchase agreement, new owner’s name,

address, and engine serial number to Mercury Marine’s warranty

registration department. In the United States and Canada, mail to:

Mercury Marine

Attn: Warranty Registration Department

W6250 W. Pioneer Road

P.O. Box 1939

Fond du Lac, WI 54936-1939

920-929-5054

Fax +1 920 929 5893

Upon processing the transfer of warranty, Mercury Marine will send

registration verification to the new owner of the product by mail.

There is no charge for this service.

OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA

For products purchased outside the United States and Canada,

contact the distributor in your country, or the Marine Power Service

Center closest to you.

Transfer of Mercury Product Protection (Extended

Service Coverage) Plan United States and Canada

The remaining coverage period of the Product Protection Plan is

transferable to the subsequent purchaser of the engine within thirty

(30) days from the date of sale. Contracts not transferred within

thirty (30) days of the subsequent purchase will no longer be valid

and the product will no longer be eligible for coverage under the

terms of the contract.

To transfer the plan to the subsequent owner, contact Mercury

Product Protection or an authorized dealer to receive a Request

for Transfer form. Submit to Mercury Product Protection a receipt/

bill of sale, a completed Request of Transfer form, and a check

payable to Mercury Marine in the amount of $50.00 (per engine)

to cover the transfer fee.

Plan coverage is not transferable from one product to another

product or for non‑eligible applications.

The Certified Pre‑Owned engine plans are not transferable.

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