Boat Out Of The Water - Mercury 8.2L MAG/H.O./SeaCore Sterndrive Operation And Maintenance Manual

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14. Before launching the boat, pull up on the manual release valve. Verify that the green indicators are no longer extended.
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15. Open the seacock, if equipped, or unplug and reconnect the water inlet hose prior to operating the engine.

Boat Out of the Water

NOTE: This procedure is written for the air pump that is attached to the engine. However, any air source can be used.
1.
Place the boat on a level surface and ensure that the boat is level.
2.
Obtain the air pump.
3.
Ensure that the lever on top of the pump is flush with the handle (horizontal).
4.
Install the air pump on the air connection.
5.
Pull the lever on the air pump (vertical) to seal the pump to the air connection.
6.
Pump air into the system until both green indicators extend and water drains from both sides of the engine. The port side
will begin draining before the starboard side.
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Manual pressure release valve
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Threaded cap for air connection
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Green indicators
Manual release valve
Air pump lever (locked)
Air pump
Air connection
Green indicators extended
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