Engine Break-In; After Break-In Period; Operation (Cont.) - Mercury HP 500 EFI Bravo XR/XZ/III User Manual

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Engine Break-in

Severe damage to the engine can result by not complying with
the Engine Break-in Procedure.
Allow engine to warm-up for 30 - 60 seconds.
Do not exceed 3/4 throttle.
Avoid full throttle acceleration from IDLE speed.
Always vary throttle setting.
Run engine the majority of time between 3000 - 4500 rpm.
Frequently check crankcase oil level. Add oil if needed. It is nor-
mal for oil consumption to be high during break-in period.
CA211hp

After Break-In Period

To help extend the life of your MerCruiser power package, the
following recommendations should be considered:
Use a propeller that allows the engine to operate at or near the
top of the maximum rpm range (See "Specifications" section)
when at full throttle with a normal boat load.
Operation at 3/4 throttle setting or lower is recommended. Re-
frain from prolonged operation at maximum (full throttle) rpm.
Do not operate at full throttle until engine reaches normal oper-
ating temperature.
Follow the maintenance schedule in this manual.
500 EFI Bravo
OPERATION
CAUTION
5 HR. BREAK-IN PROCEDURE
AFTER 5 HR. BREAK-IN
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