Mercury 350 MAG Manual page 6

Additional Operation Instructions for Axius Systems ............. 50
Safe Boating Suggestions...................................................... 50
Carbon Monoxide Exposure................................................... 51
Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning.......................... 51
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas............................................. 51
Good Ventilation .............................................................. 51
Poor Ventilation ............................................................... 52
Basic Boat Operation (Non-DTS Models)............................... 52
Launching and Boat Operation........................................ 52
Operation Chart........................................................... 52
Starting and Stopping the Engine.................................... 53
Starting the Engine...................................................... 53
Stopping the Engine.................................................... 53
Starting the Engine After It Has Been Stopped While In
Gear................................................................................ 54
Throttle-Only Operation................................................... 54
Trailering the Boat........................................................... 54
Freezing Temperature Operation.................................... 54
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump............................................. 54
Basic Boat Operation (DTS Models)...................................... 54
Launching and Boat Operation........................................ 54
Operation Chart........................................................... 54
Starting and Stopping the Engine.................................... 55
Starting the Engine...................................................... 55
Stopping the Engine.................................................... 56
Throttle-Only Operation................................................... 56
Trailering the Boat........................................................... 56
350/377 MAG ECT and SeaCore 350/377 ECT-
Specifications......................................................................... 64
Fuel Requirements.......................................................... 64
Fuel Ratings................................................................ 64
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasoline (USA
Only)............................................................................ 64
Gasoline Containing Alcohol....................................... 64
Engine Oil........................................................................64
350 MAG ECT, SeaCore 350 MAG ECT........................ 65
377 MAG ECT, SeaCore 377 MAG ECT........................ 66
350/377 MAG and SeaCore 350/377 MAG-Specifications.. 66
Fuel Requirements.......................................................... 66
Fuel Ratings................................................................66
Using Reformulated (Oxygenated) Gasolines (USA
Only)............................................................................ 67
Additional Operation Instructions for Axius Systems ............. 73
Owner/Operator Responsibilities............................................ 73
Dealer Responsibilities........................................................... 73
Maintenance...........................................................................73
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions............................... 73
Inspection............................................................................... 74
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Section 3 - On the Water
Protecting People in the Water............................................... 57
High-Speed and High-Performance Operation....................... 57
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats............ 57
Wave and Wake Jumping....................................................... 58
Impact with Underwater Hazards........................................... 58
Operating with Low Water Inlets in Shallow Water................. 59
Conditions Affecting Operation............................................... 59
Getting Started....................................................................... 61
Section 4 - Specifications
Fluid Specifications.................................................................69
Section 5 - Maintenance
Maintenance Schedules-350/377 MAG ECT and SeaCore
350/377 MAG ECT................................................................. 74
Maintenance Schedules-350/377 MAG and SeaCore 350/377
MAG....................................................................................... 76
Freezing Temperature Operation.................................... 56
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump............................................. 57
While You Are Cruising..................................................... 57
While Boat Is Stationary................................................... 57
Boats Having an Open Front Deck................................... 57
Boats With Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats
..........................................................................................58
Drive Unit Impact Protection............................................. 59
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the
Boat.................................................................................59
The Bottom of the Boat................................................... 60
Cavitation........................................................................ 60
Ventilation........................................................................60
Elevation and Climate..................................................... 60
Propeller Selection.......................................................... 60
20-Hour Break-In Period................................................. 61
After the Break-In Period................................................. 61
End of First Season Checkup.......................................... 61
Gasolines Containing Alcohol..................................... 67
Engine Oil........................................................................67
350 MAG, SeaCore 350 MAG......................................... 68
377 MAG, SeaCore 377 MAG......................................... 69
Engine-350/377 MAG ECT and SeaCore 350/377 MAG
ECT................................................................................. 69
Engine-350/377 MAG and SeaCore 350/377 MAG...... 69
Alpha Sterndrive.............................................................. 70
Bravo Sterndrives............................................................ 70
Power-Assisted Steering and Power Trim Fluids............ 70
Approved Power-Assisted Steering Fluids.................. 70
Approved Power Trim Fluids....................................... 70
Routine Maintenance...................................................... 74
Scheduled Maintenance.................................................. 75
Routine Maintenance...................................................... 76
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