Starting The Engine - Electric Start Remote Control Models - Mercury 40 Manual

Engine Break-in Procedure - Vary the throttle setting during the
first hour of operation. During the first hour of operation, avoid
remaining at constant speed for more than two minutes and avoid
sustained wide open throttle.
MODELS WITHOUT OIL INJECTION
Engine Break-in Fuel Mixture - Use a 25:1 (4%) gasoline/oil
mixture in the first tank of fuel. After the break‑in fuel mixture is
used up, use a 50:1 (2%) gasoline/oil mixture.
Engine Break-in Procedure - Vary the throttle setting during the
first hour of operation. During the first hour of operation, avoid
remaining at constant speed for more than two minutes and avoid
sustained wide open throttle.
Starting the Engine ‑ Electric Start Remote Control
Models
Before starting, read the Pre‑Starting Check List, Special
Operating Instructions, and Engine Break‑in Procedure in the
Operation Section.
Without sufficient cooling water, the engine, the water pump, and
other components will overheat and suffer damage. Provide a
sufficient supply of water to the water inlets during operation.
1. Make sure the cooling water intake is submerged.
OPERATION
NOTICE
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