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  • Page 1 OPERATION, MAINTENANCE & WARRANTY 1100 STERNDRIVE...
  • Page 2 ROPULSION NGINES WITH 94/25/EC 2003/44/EC EQUIREMENTS OF IRECTIVE MENDED BY Manufacturer: Mercury Racing N7480 County Road UU Fond du Lac, WI 54937-9385 Authorized Representative: Brunswick Marine EMEA, Inc. Parc Industriel de Petit-Rechain B-4800 Verviers, Belgium Notified Body for Exhaust Emission Assessment:...
  • Page 3 Name of Unique engine identification EC Module H Annex 1.C– See the Declaration of Conformity of the craft in which engine family number: starting serial number certificate number Noise the engines have been installed. Emissions MCM 1100 0M968960 RCD‑H‑2 Rev 4 Identification of Sterndrive Systems Covered by This Declaration of Other Please specify in...
  • Page 4 President–Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, WI USA Regulatory contact: The product you have purchased comes with a limited warranty from Mercury Marine; the terms of the warranty are set forth in the Engineering–Regulations Mercury Racing Warranty Information section of this manual. The warranty...
  • Page 5 Strict compliance to these special instructions when performing the Waves Logo, K‑planes, Mariner, MerCathode, MerCruiser, Mercury, service, and common sense operation are major accident Mercury with Waves Logo, Mercury Marine, Mercury Precision prevention measures. Parts, Mercury Propellers, Mercury Racing, MotorGuide, OptiMax, Quicksilver, SeaCore, Skyhook, SmartCraft, Sport‑Jet, Verado,...
  • Page 6 ECTIONS ARRANTY NFORMATION ENERAL NFORMATION PECIFICATIONS PERATION ONDITIONS FFECTING PERATION AINTENANCE EATHER OR XTENDED TORAGE WNER ERVICE SSISTANCE AINTENANCE 90-8M0098854 MARCH 2015...
  • Page 7 90-8M0098854 MARCH 2015...

  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    CONDITIONS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE ..3 WHAT MERCURY WILL DO ......3 PERATION HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE .

  • Page 9: Warranty Information

    This will not apply to products used for commercial applications. You may change your registered address at any time, including at time of warranty claim, by calling Mercury Marine 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,...

  • Page 10: Mercury Racing Division One-Year Limited Warranty

    CONDITIONS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER TO OBTAIN must be given to Mercury. We will then arrange for the inspection and any covered repair. Purchaser in that case shall pay for all WARRANTY COVERAGE related transportation charges and/or travel time.

  • Page 11: What Is Not Covered

    Contact the Mercury Racing Sales Department for a copy of the warranty. Use of the product for racing or other competitive activity,...

  • Page 12: Warranty Against Corrosion (Worldwide)

    Warranty is limited to defects in material or workmanship, but only to Use of other than Mercury Precision or Quicksilver parts when retail customers that purchase from a dealer authorized by Mercury making warranty repairs.

  • Page 13: California Emission Control Warranty Statement

    The regulations apply to all inboard and sterndrive engines that were manufactured for the 2014 and 2015 model year. Mercury Racing, in compliance with those regulations, provides this limited warranty for the emission control systems (see the components of the emission...

  • Page 14: Duration Of Coverage

    Warranty claims shall be made by delivering the horsepower are warranted for a period of three years or 480 hours product for inspection to a Mercury dealer authorized to service the (as determined by the engine’s ECM‑integrated hour meter), product.

  • Page 15: What Is Not Covered

    Where a warrantable condition exists, warranted parts caused by the use of a nonexempted add‑on or Mercury Marine will repair your sterndrive engine at no cost to you, modified part will not be covered. including diagnosis, parts and labor.

  • Page 16: Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage

    Cold start enrichment system d. Intake valves You are responsible for presenting your sterndrive engine to a Mercury Marine distribution center as soon as a problem exists. The Air induction system warranty repairs will be completed in a reasonable amount of time, a.
  • Page 17 1 - W ARRANTY NFORMATION e. Heat riser valve and assembly b. Fuel tanks Ignition system c. Purge valve a. Spark plugs Miscellaneous items used in above systems b. Magneto or electronic ignition system a. Hoses, clamps, fittings, tubing, sealing gaskets or devices, and mounting hardware c.
  • Page 18 2 - G ENERAL NFORMATION 2 - General Information ARRANTY NFORMATION Table of Contents Boater's Responsibilities ......12 ENERAL NFORMATION Boat Horsepower Capacity .

  • Page 19: General Information

    High‑Performance Boat Operation booklet and load as determined by the manufacturer following certain from your dealer, distributor, or Mercury Marine. federal guidelines. If in doubt, contact your dealer or the boat manufacturer.
  • Page 20 2 - G ENERAL NFORMATION A decal near the lanyard stop switch is a visual reminder for the • Operating the boat after consuming alcohol or drugs operator to attach the lanyard to his or her personal flotation device • Performing high‑speed boating maneuvers (PFD) or wrist.

  • Page 21: Trailering The Boat

    2 - G ENERAL NFORMATION Accidental or unintended activation of the switch during normal operation is also a possibility. This could cause any, or all, of the following potentially hazardous situations: • Occupants thrown forward due to the unexpected loss of forward motion ‑...

  • Page 22: Exhaust Emissions

    2 - G ENERAL NFORMATION XHAUST MISSIONS Engine exhaust gases contain harmful carbon monoxide. Avoid areas of concentrated engine exhaust gases. When engines are running, keep swimmers away from the boat, and do not sit, lie, or LERT ARBON ONOXIDE OISONING stand on swim platforms or boarding ladders.

  • Page 23: Wave And Wake Jumping

    2 - G ENERAL NFORMATION AVE AND UMPING Although the occurrence is rare, on a very calm day, swimmers and passengers in an open area of a stationary boat that contains, or is Operating recreational boats over waves and wake is a natural part near, a running engine may be exposed to a hazardous level of of boating.

  • Page 24: Impact With Underwater Hazards

    If the vessel (15 to 25 MPH). experiences any form of impact, have an authorized Mercury Marine dealer inspect and repair the vessel or power package. After striking a submerged object, stop the engine as soon as possible and inspect it for any broken or loose parts.

  • Page 25: Safe Boating Suggestions

    2 - G ENERAL NFORMATION Know and obey all nautical rules and laws of the waterways. OATING UGGESTIONS Boat operators should complete a boating safety course. Courses are offered in the U.S.A. by: In order to safely enjoy the waterways, familiarize yourself with local and other governmental boating regulations and restrictions, and The U.S.

  • Page 26: Stolen Power Package

    This Stolen Power Package information is placed into a file at Mercury Marine to aid Be alert. The operator of the boat is responsible by law to maintain authorities and dealers in recovery of stolen engines.
  • Page 27 2 - G ENERAL NFORMATION OTES 90-8M0098854 MARCH 2015...
  • Page 28 3 - S PECIFICATIONS 3 - Specifications ARRANTY NFORMATION Table of Contents Power Package Identification ......22 ENERAL NFORMATION Engine Identification .

  • Page 29: Specifications

    UMBERS ECORD The serial numbers are the manufacturer's keys to numerous engineering details that apply to your Mercury Marine power package. When contacting your authorized Mercury Marine dealer about service, always specify model and serial numbers. The engine serial number is printed on a decal located on the port side of the camshaft timing gear cover.

  • Page 30: General Engine Specifications (Qc4V)

    3 - S PECIFICATIONS Cylinder arrangement..V‑8, 90° M8 ‑ Drive rotation, overall ratio, and serial number are all located under the cover or tie bar plate on the top of the upper Valve arrangement..DOHC driveshaft housing.

  • Page 31: Engine Operating Limitations (Qc4V)

    Engines are equipped with an ignition system that has a built‑in 6600 RPM rev limiter. Engine is performing normally if it will not exceed this RPM. Mercury Racing does not recommend using leaded gasoline. Leaded gasoline is acceptable in areas where unleaded gasoline is not available; however, lead particles may build up in the exhaust passages and/or the combustion chambers.

  • Page 32: Fuel Containing Alcohol

    3 - S PECIFICATIONS These reformulated fuels are acceptable for use in your Mercury IMPORTANT: Because of possible adverse effects of alcohol in engine. gasoline, it is recommended that only alcohol‑free fuel be used where possible. FUEL CONTAINING ALCOHOL If only fuel containing alcohol is available, or if the presence of...

  • Page 33: Important Oil Practices

    3 - S PECIFICATIONS MPORTANT RACTICES Do Not Use • Straight weight oils • Nondetergent oils • Oils containing solid additives • Multiviscosity oils other than the ones recommended • Low quality oils Do Not Mix • Different brands of oils, straight weight or multiviscosity •...
  • Page 34 4 - O PERATION 4 - Operation ARRANTY NFORMATION Table of Contents Instrumentation ....... . . 28 ENERAL NFORMATION Warning System .

  • Page 35: Operation

    Engine Guardian horn continues to sound on restart, the system detected a system. Do not attempt to alter or disable the warning system in any fault again. See your Mercury Marine dealer to correct the way. problem as soon as possible.

  • Page 36: Electrical Panel Component Identification

    4 - O PERATION Connector B LECTRICAL ANEL OMPONENT DENTIFICATION Connector C If an electrical overload occurs, a fuse or circuit breaker opens. Main power relays Locate and correct the problem before replacing the fuse or Start relay resetting the circuit breaker. Accessory fuses One circuit breaker protects the engine wiring harness and one Trim pump down relay...

  • Page 37: Starting, Shifting, And Stopping

    4 - O PERATION The throttle control handle friction is adjustable using a 5/16 in. hex head wrench; clockwise increases friction. OLD OR NGINE EFI engines require no throttle advance to start. The boat can be operated after the engine has started and is idling smoothly. Trim switch NOTE: Engines that have not been started for extended periods or Port friction adjustment...

  • Page 38: Operation Chart

    Observe all gauges to check condition of engine. If not be damaged if submerged. Damage caused by submersion is not normal, stop engine. covered by the Mercury Racing Limited Warranty. Check for fuel, oil, water, fluid and exhaust leaks, etc. Check shift and throttle control operation.

  • Page 39: Launching And Boat Operation Care

    4 - O PERATION AUNCHING PERATION NOTICE Some boating maneuvers can introduce water into the engine through the exhaust system, causing severe engine damage. Be careful when unloading a boat from its trailer, slowing down rapidly, backing up rapidly, and stopping suddenly. In any of the situations described in the preceding notice, water entering the engine could cause severe damage to internal parts.
  • Page 40 5 - C ONDITIONS FFECTING PERATION 5 - Conditions Affecting Operation ARRANTY NFORMATION Table of Contents Weight Distribution ....... 34 ENERAL NFORMATION Bottom Of Boat .

  • Page 41: Weight Distribution

    This listed in Specifications. growth must be removed before operation. IMPORTANT: All Mercury Racing engines have an RPM rev‑limiter that is set to an upper (or limited) RPM. This limit is slightly above AVITATION...

  • Page 42: Conditions That Lower Engine Performance

    5 - C ONDITIONS FFECTING PERATION Select a propeller that allows the engine to operate in the upper half • Cranking compression. of the recommended full throttle RPM range with the boat normally EXAMPLE: An engine running at an elevation of 2,438 m (8,000 ft) loaded (refer to Specifications).
  • Page 43 5 - C ONDITIONS FFECTING PERATION OTES 90-8M0098854 MARCH 2015...
  • Page 44 6 - M AINTENANCE 6 - Maintenance ARRANTY NFORMATION Table of Contents Service Responsibilities ......38 ENERAL NFORMATION Owner/Operator Responsibilities .

  • Page 45: Maintenance

    Perform all safety checks. international standards to minimize risk of fire or explosion. Do not • Return the unit to an authorized Mercury Marine dealer for a use replacement electrical or fuel system components that do not periodic checkup. comply with these standards. When servicing the electrical and Proper maintenance and care of your power package will ensure fuel systems, properly install and tighten all components.

  • Page 46: Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions

    Electronic ignition and special fuel delivery systems provide greater fuel economies, but increased complexity for the Mercury Marine recommends that you have the dealer do periodic untrained mechanic. maintenance checks on your power package. Have them winterize it in the fall and service it before the boating season. This will reduce •...

  • Page 47: Maintenance Charts

    6 - M AINTENANCE AINTENANCE HARTS Interval Task Inspect exhaust system condition NGINE AND RANSMISSION and tighten clamps Inspect electrical system for loose Interval Task or damaged wires Engine oil (reservoir), power Check prior to every use and Inspect and adjust valve lash steering and transmission fluid ‑...

  • Page 48: Nxt¹/Ssm Drive Maintenance Schedule

    6 - M AINTENANCE NXT¹/SSM D RIVE AINTENANCE CHEDULE Interval Task Steering System ‑ Inspect for Interval Task loose, damaged or missing parts. Lubricate the steering cylinder Drive, Transom, and Propeller ‑ pivot points. Inspect. Peform 25 and 50 Hour Lower Gear Housing Oil ‑...

  • Page 49: Dry Sump 8-M Drive, Transom, Trim & Steering Systems Maintenance Schedule

    6 - M AINTENANCE 8‑M D & S RIVE RANSOM TEERING YSTEMS AINTENANCE Interval Task Drive input shaft u‑joint CHEDULE crosses‑Inspect and lubricate Interval Task Drive mounting nuts ‑ Tighten to 136 Nm (100 lb. ft.) Drive, transom, and propeller ‑ Inspect Saltwater Use: Every 50 hours or Steering system ‑...

  • Page 50: Checking Fluid Levels

    6 - M AINTENANCE Interval Task Tube Ref Perform 25, 50, and 100 hour Description Where Used Part No. maintenance items. Every 200 hours of operation or 25W-50 once a year, whichever occurs Transom input shaft bearing Synthetic Blend first. Crankcase 8M0078013 housing (driveline models only) ‑...

  • Page 51: Checking Transom Input Shaft Bearing Housing (Driveline Models Only)

    6 - M AINTENANCE If necessary, remove the fill cap and add fluid until the level in Raise the sterndrive unit two or three times to bleed air out of the reservoir reaches the MIN level mark. It is acceptable to fill the system.

  • Page 52: Checking M8 Or Nxt6 Ssm Drive Unit Fluid Level

    Level propeller shaft Tube Ref Description Where Used Part No. SAE 85W-90 Tube Ref Transom input shaft bearing Description Where Used Part No. Mercury Racing 8M0078015 housing Gear Oil SAE 85W-90 Mercury Racing M8 drive unit 8M0078015 SSM D Gear Oil HECKING...

  • Page 53: Changing Fluids

    6 - M AINTENANCE Use Mercury Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant to replenish the Remove the plug from the reservoir bottom and let the oil reservoir. drain. Coolant sight window Oil drain plug 7436 Loosen the oil pump mounting bolts and remove the belt.
  • Page 54 6 - M AINTENANCE IMPORTANT: The screen‑style filter element must always be returned to its original orientation (correct side up) to prevent the oil Oil drain plug from flowing through it in the wrong direction. 7436 Begin by filling the oil reservoir with 12.8 Liter (13.5 US qt) of oil.

  • Page 55: Changing Fuel Filter

    12. Install the oil pump belt and tighten the pump mounting ensure that the system operates properly and should be performed fasteners. Tension the oil pump belt to Specifications. only by an authorized Mercury MerCruiser dealer. HANGING RANSMISSION Place a suitable container (approximately 3.8 Liter [4 US qt]) under the transmission lower fitting.

  • Page 56: Changing Drive Unit Oil (Dry Sump)

    6 - M AINTENANCE Remove the drain plug and the filter. Dipstick "FULL" mark Dipstick tube 45708 Filter 6790 Drain plug HANGING RIVE Install the transmission drain plug. Apply clean transmission fluid to the seal on the filter and RIVELINE ODELS tighten it one turn beyond the contact point.
  • Page 57 Have the unit checked Tube Ref Description Where Used Part No. immediately by your authorized Mercury Marine dealer. Remove the lower fill/drain plug and sealing washer from the SAE 85W-90 gearcase and allow the oil to drain into a suitable container. Mercury Racing...

  • Page 58: Cleaning The Charge Air Cooler Strainer

    6 - M AINTENANCE Band clamp Tube Ref Description Where Used Part No. Cover O‑ring SAE 85W-90 Mercury Racing Drive unit 8M0078015 Seal Gear Oil Strainer Strainer housing LEANING THE HARGE OOLER TRAINER Clean the charge air cooler strainer regularly to prevent Engine Guardian operation due to high charge air temperature.

  • Page 59: Removal

    6 - M AINTENANCE EMOVAL Place a wood block between the propeller blade and the anti‑ventilation plate to prevent rotation. Wood block Propeller nut 45780 Nylon insert nut Thin nut Washer Bushing 7448 Retaining ring Remove the nuts and washer. NSTALLATION Tube Description...

  • Page 60: Flushing Cooling System

    6 - M AINTENANCE saltwater, polluted water, or water with a high mineral content, a LUSHING OOLING YSTEM chemical reaction takes place causing electrical current to flow between metals. The electrical current flow causes the metal that is WARNING most chemically active, or anodic, to erode. This is known as galvanic corrosion and, if not controlled, it will in time cause the Rotating propellers can cause serious injury or death.
  • Page 61 Mercury Marine loose. Product, anodic blocks, and the paint by allowing a Mercury Marine recommends using anodes sold through Mercury minimum of 40 mm (1.5 in.) unpainted area on the Precision Parts only. Some other manufacturers of aluminum transom of the boat around these items.

  • Page 62: Bottom Of Boat

    Before recovery, contact an authorized Mercury Marine OTTOM OF dealer. • After recovery, immediate service by an authorized Mercury To maintain maximum speed, ensure that the boat bottom is: Marine dealer is required to prevent serious damage to power •...
  • Page 63 6 - M AINTENANCE OTES 90-8M0098854 MARCH 2015...
  • Page 64 7 - C EATHER OR XTENDED TORAGE 7 - Cold Weather or Extended Storage ARRANTY NFORMATION Table of Contents Cooling System Preparation ......58 ENERAL NFORMATION Using Antifreeze .

  • Page 65: Cooling System Preparation

    7 - C EATHER OR XTENDED TORAGE OOLING YSTEM REPARATION NOTICE Water trapped in the seawater section of the cooling system can cause corrosion or freeze damage. Drain the seawater section of 13180 the cooling system immediately after operation or before any length of storage in freezing temperatures.

  • Page 66: Power Package Recommissioning

    7 - C EATHER OR XTENDED TORAGE OWER ACKAGE ECOMMISSIONING Remove the drain plugs ands drain the coolant from the seawater section of the engine. IMPORTANT: Do not install the battery until all engine maintenance is completed. Ensure that all cooling system hoses are connected properly and hose clamps are tight, all removed drain plugs have been installed and are tight.
  • Page 67 7 - C EATHER OR XTENDED TORAGE Start the engine. Do not advance the throttle until the engine idles and runs smoothly and the water temperature reaches a minimum of 54 °C (130 °F). Repeat the cranking procedure until the engine starts and runs smoothly.
  • Page 68 Resolving a Problem ......62 Contact Information for Mercury Marine Customer Service ... . . 62...
  • Page 69 OCAL EPAIR ERVICE If you need service for your Mercury Marine product, take it to your ESOLVING A ROBLEM authorized dealer. Only authorized dealers have factory‑trained Satisfaction with your Mercury Marine product is important to your mechanics, special tools, equipment, and genuine Quicksilver parts dealer and to us.
  • Page 70 P.O. Box 1939 English +1 920 929 5893 Telephone +65 65466160 Brunswick Asia Pacific Group Fond du Lac, WI 54936-1939 Français +1 905 636 T/A Mercury Marine Singapore Pte Ltd 1704 29 Loyang Drive +65 65467789 Singapore, 508944 Website www.mercurymarine.com...
  • Page 71 8 - O WNER ERVICE SSISTANCE OTES 90-8M0098854 MARCH 2015...
  • Page 72 9 - M AINTENANCE 9 - Maintenance Log ARRANTY NFORMATION Table of Contents Maintenance Log ....... . . 66 ENERAL NFORMATION PECIFICATIONS...
  • Page 73 9 - M AINTENANCE AINTENANCE Record all maintenance performed on your outboard here. Be sure to save all work orders and receipts. Date Maintenance Performed Engine Hours 90-8M0098854 MARCH 2015...
  • Page 74 How to Obtain Warranty Coverage ....7 Contact Information for Mercury Marine Customer Service 62 Impact With Underwater Hazards....17 Cooling System Preparation.
  • Page 75 Dealer Responsibilities....38 WHAT MERCURY WILL DO....3 Servicing High-Horsepower Engines... . 39 HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE.
  • Page 76 What Is Not Covered..... .8 What Mercury Racing Will Do....7 Your Warranty Rights and Obligations.

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