Mercury 40 SeaPro Operation, Maintenance & Installation Manual page 8

Features and Controls
Remote Control Features................................................................................. 23
Warning System - Electric Start Models........................................................... 24
Warning Horn System - Manual Start Models.................................................. 25
Engine Over-Speed Limiter.............................................................................. 26
Manual Tilt System........................................................................................... 27
Power Trim and Tilt (if equipped)...................................................................... 34
Throttle Grip Friction Adjustment - Tiller Handle Models.................................. 37
Steering Friction Adjustment ............................................................................ 37
Trim Tab Adjustment........................................................................................ 38
Operation
Prestarting Check List....................................................................................... 40
Operating in Freezing Temperatures................................................................ 40
Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water......................................................... 40
Operating at High Elevations............................................................................ 41
Engine Break-in Procedure............................................................................... 41
Starting the Engine - Electric Start Remote Control Models............................. 41
Starting the Engine - Tiller Handle Models and Manual Start Remote Control
Models.............................................................................................................. 44
Gear Shifting..................................................................................................... 48
Stopping the Engine ........................................................................................ 49
Emergency Starting - Electric Start Models ..................................................... 49
Emergency Starting - Manual Start Models...................................................... 52
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