Table Of Contents - Mercury 8.2L MAG/H.O./SeaCore Sterndrive Operation And Maintenance Manual

Section 1 - Getting to Know Your Power Package
Additional Operation Instructions for Axius Systems ................ 2
Identification............................................................................... 2
Information Decal................................................................ 2
Quick Response (QR) Code............................................... 2
Engine Serial Number ........................................................ 3
Bravo Sterndrive Serial Number and Identification............. 3
Bravo Transom Serial Number........................................... 4
Lanyard Stop Switch.................................................................. 4
Keep the Lanyard Stop Switch and Lanyard Cord in Good
Operating Condition............................................................. 5
Instrumentation.......................................................................... 5
VesselView......................................................................... 5
Front Controls................................................................. 6
Troll Control Speed Range Specification............................ 6
Digital Gauges.................................................................... 6
Analog Gauges................................................................... 7
Remote Controls (Non-DTS Models)......................................... 8
Remote Controls................................................................. 8
Panel Mount Features.................................................... 8
Console Mount Features................................................ 8
Zero Effort Features............................................................ 9
Remote Controls (DTS Models)................................................. 9
Remote Controls................................................................. 9
Panel Mount Features...................................................... 10
DTS Slim Binnacle Single Handle Console Features and
Operation.......................................................................... 10
Special Digital Throttle and Shift (DTS) Features......... 11
Additional Operation Instructions for Axius Systems .............. 26
Safe Boating Recommendations............................................. 26
Carbon Monoxide Exposure.................................................... 27
Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning........................... 27
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas.............................................. 27
Good Ventilation ................................................................ 27
Poor Ventilation ................................................................. 28
Basic Boat Operation (Non-DTS Models)................................ 28
Launching and Boat Operation......................................... 28
Operation Chart............................................................ 28
Starting and Stopping the Engine..................................... 29
Starting the Engine....................................................... 29
Stopping the Engine..................................................... 29
Starting the Engine After It Has Been Stopped While In
Gear.................................................................................. 30
Throttle Only Operation.................................................... 30
Trailering the Boat............................................................ 30
Freezing Temperature Operation..................................... 30
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump............................................... 30
Basic Boat Operation (DTS Models)........................................ 30
Launching and Boat Operation......................................... 30
Operation Chart............................................................ 30
Starting and Stopping the Engine..................................... 31
Starting the Engine....................................................... 31
Stopping the Engine..................................................... 32
Throttle Only Operation.................................................... 32
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Power Trim............................................................................... 17
Electrical System Overload Protection..................................... 18
Visual and Audio Warning Systems......................................... 22
Guardian Strategy.................................................................... 23
Section 2 - On the Water
Protecting People in the Water................................................ 33
High-Speed and High-Performance Operation........................ 33
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats.............. 33
Wave and Wake Jumping........................................................ 34
Impact with Underwater Hazards............................................. 34
Operating with Low Water Inlets in Shallow Water.................. 35
Conditions Affecting Operation................................................ 35
Getting Started......................................................................... 37
Dual-Handle Electronic Remote Control (ERC)-Operation
and Adjustment................................................................. 12
Operation...................................................................... 12
Adjustment.................................................................... 12
Special Digital Throttle and Shift (DTS) Features............. 13
Dock............................................................................. 14
Throttle Only................................................................. 14
1 Lever.......................................................................... 15
Sync.............................................................................. 15
Transfer (Boats equipped with dual helms).................. 16
Helm Transfer................................................................... 16
Zero Effort Features.......................................................... 16
Single Engine Trim/Trailer............................................ 18
Dual Engine Trim/Trailer............................................... 18
Trim without Key............................................................... 18
Trim Delta......................................................................... 18
Audio Warning System..................................................... 22
Caution......................................................................... 22
Critical........................................................................... 22
Nonconfigured Alarm-DTS Only.................................. 22
Testing the Audio Warning System.............................. 23
Guardian Strategy............................................................. 23
Trailering the Boat............................................................ 32
Freezing Temperature Operation..................................... 32
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump............................................... 32
While You Are Cruising...................................................... 33
While Boat Is Stationary..................................................... 33
Boats Having an Open Front Deck..................................... 33
Boats With Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing Seats
........................................................................................... 33
Drive Unit Impact Protection............................................... 35
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the
Boat.................................................................................. 35
The Bottom of the Boat..................................................... 36
Cavitation.......................................................................... 36
Ventilation......................................................................... 36
Elevation and Climate....................................................... 36
Propeller Selection............................................................ 36
20-Hour Break-In Period................................................... 37
After the Break-In Period.................................................. 37
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