Preliminary Connections; Power Trim Pump - Mercury Alpha Installation Manual

GASOLINE STERNDRIVE INSTALLATION MANUAL
NOTE: Some installations may have 7/32 in. (5 mm) holes drilled in transom using four 5/16
in. diameter stainless steel lag bolts in place of round head screws. In any case, flat washers
and O-rings are required as outlined.
Water Pickup Installed on Transom
a -
b -
5. Secure water pickup from inside with locknuts and washers (unless using lag bolts).
6. Tighten fasteners securely.

Preliminary Connections

Power Trim Pump

1. Select an appropriate mounting location for the trim pump that:
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Is within length limits of black and gray hydraulic hoses coming from gimbal housing
assembly.
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Is close to the battery so that trim pump battery leads can be connected.
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Allows easy access to trim pump oil fill and vent locations.
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Is in an area where pump will not be exposed to water.
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Prevents the power steering booster cylinder from coming in contact with the trim pump
when the steering wheel is turned in either direction (right or left).
NOTE: Template 90-863152 provides mounting hole location for floor or transom mounting.
2. Remove the cap plug.
3. Mount the pump in the desired location.
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a
Diagonal Mount - Leading Edge Of Pickup 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) From Boat Bottom.
Vertical Mount - Corner Of Leading Edge Of Pickup 1/8 in. (3.2 mm) From Boat
Bottom
b
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