Inspection And Maintenance Schedule - Mercury 200 OptiMax Manual

OWNER RESPONSIBILITY
The owner/operator is required to have routine engine
maintenance performed to maintain emission levels within
prescribed certification standards.
The owner/operator is not to modify the engine in any manner that
would alter the horsepower or allow emissions levels to exceed
their predetermined factory specifications.

Inspection And Maintenance Schedule

BEFORE EACH USE
• Check that the lanyard stop switch stops the engine.
• Visually inspect the fuel system for deterioration or leaks.
• Check the outboard for tightness on transom.
• Check the steering system for binding or loose components.
• Visually check the steering link rod fasteners for proper
tightness. See Steering Link Rod Fasteners.
• Check the propeller blades for damage.
AFTER EACH USE
• Flush out the outboard cooling system if operating in salt or
polluted water. See Flushing the Cooling System.
• Wash off all salt deposits and flush out the exhaust outlet of
the propeller and gearcase with fresh water if operating in
saltwater.
EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE OR ONCE YEARLY,
WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST
• Lubricate all lubrication points. Lubricate more frequently
when used in saltwater. See Lubrication Points.
• Replace the spark plugs at first 100 hours or first year. After
that, inspect the spark plugs every 100 hours or once yearly.
Replace the spark plugs as needed. See Spark Plug
Inspection and Replacement.
• Replace the fuel filter. See Fuel System.
• Inspect the compressor air intake filter on 200 and 225 hp
models and replace if required. See Compressor Air Intake
Filter.
MAINTENANCE
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