Boat Horsepower Capacity; High-Speed And High-Performance Boat Operation - Mercury 25 Jet 4-Stroke Manual

Boat Horsepower Capacity

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 designed flotation
characteristics of the boat or 3) cause the boat to break apart
particularly around the transom area. Overpowering a boat can
result in serious injury, death or boat damage.
Do not overpower or overload your boat. Most boats will carry a
required capacity plate indicating the maximum acceptable power
and load as determined by the manufacturer following certain
federal guidelines. If in doubt, contact your dealer or the boat
manufacturer.
High‑Speed And High‑Performance Boat Operation
If your outboard is to be used on a high speed or high performance
boat with which you are unfamiliar, we recommend that you never
operate it at its high speed capability without first requesting an
initial orientation and familiarization demonstration ride with your
dealer or an operator experienced with your boat/outboard
combination. For additional information, obtain a copy of our
Hi‑Performance Boat Operation booklet from your dealer,
distributor, or Mercury Marine.
GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
!
U.S. COAST GUARD CAPACITY
MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER XXX
MAXIMUM PERSON
CAPACITY (POUNDS)
MAXIMUM WEIGHT
CAPACITY
XXX
XXX
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