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Mercury Ocean Runner 898393001 Owner's Manual

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All of us at Mercury Marine want to thank you for choosing a
Mercury Marine Inflatable boat. You have made a sound
investment in boating pleasure. We firmly believe it will bring
you many years of boating fun and excitement.
This Owners Manual contains all the safety and operating
information you need to get the most out of your Inflatable
boat. It also contains information on how to provide care and
maintenance to help protect your investment. Store this
manual for future reference.
The operator, passengers and craft are governed by local,
national, and when applicable, international rules and
regulations of the waterways. If you are not familiar with these
rules and regulations, your local Department of Natural
Resources can assist you. Safety courses are available from
national and local organizations and are highly recommended
for anyone who is not familiar with the rules and regulations
on operating a boat.
Please read and understand this manual carefully before
operating your inflatable boat.
Warranty Message
The product you have purchased comes with a limited
warranty from Mercury Marine. The terms of the warranty are
set forth in the Warranty Information Section of this manual.
The warranty statement contains a description of what is
covered, what is not covered, the duration of coverage, how
to best obtain warranty coverage, important disclaimers and
limitations of damages, and other related information.
Please review this important information.
The description and specifications contained herein were in
effect at the time this manual was approved for printing.
Mercury Marine, whose policy is one of continued
improvement, reserves the right to discontinue models at any
time, to change specifications, designs, methods, or
procedures without notice and without incurring obligation.
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  • Page 1 All of us at Mercury Marine want to thank you for choosing a Mercury Marine Inflatable boat. You have made a sound investment in boating pleasure. We firmly believe it will bring you many years of boating fun and excitement.
  • Page 2 Record your Hull Identification Number (HIN) and engine model/ serial number. The HIN is located on the back of the boat on the starboard side. The engine model/serial number is located on the swivel bracket. You will need this information to obtain parts, warranty service or provide information if your inflatable boat is stolen.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS WARRANTY INFORMATION Transfer of Warranty...1 Warranty Registration United States and Canada...1 Mercury Inflatable Boat Limited Warranty United States and Canada...2 GENERAL INFORMATION Boater's Responsibilities...6 Before Operating Your Boat ...6 Lanyard Stop Switch...7 Protecting People In The Water... 9 Wave And Wake Jumping...10...
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Drain Valve Operation...29 Loading...29 Towing...30 Air Chamber Deflates Accidently...30 Beaching...30 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Procedure...31 Deflation...31 Air Chamber Repair - Hypalon Fabric... 31 Air Chamber Repair - PVC Fabric...33 STORAGE Storage Preparation... 35 OWNERS SERVICE ASSISTANCE Service Assistance...36 Parts And Accessories Inquiries...36 Service Away From Home...36...
  • Page 5: Warranty Information

    1. You may change your address at any time, including at time of warranty claim, by calling Mercury Marine or sending a letter or fax with your name, old address, new address, and hull identification number (HIN) to Mercury Marine’s warranty registration department.
  • Page 6: Mercury Inflatable Boat Limited Warranty United States And Canada

    2. To be eligible for warranty coverage, the product must be registered with Mercury Marine. At the time of sale, the dealer should complete the warranty registration and immediately submit it to Mercury Marine via MercNET, E‑mail, or mail.
  • Page 7 WARRANTY COVERAGE Warranty coverage is available only to retail customers that purchase from a Dealer authorized by Mercury Marine to distribute the product in the country in which the sale occurred. Warranty coverage becomes available upon proper registration of the product by the authorized dealer.
  • Page 8 No individual or entity, including Mercury Marine authorized dealers, has been given the authority by Mercury Marine to make any affirmation, representation, or warranty regarding the product, other than those contained in this limited warranty, and if made,...
  • Page 9 WARRANTY INFORMATION DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS: THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMED. TO THE EXTENT THAT THEY CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE LIFE OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY. INCIDENTAL AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE EXCLUDED FROM COVERAGE UNDER THIS WARRANTY.
  • Page 10: General Information

    Boater's Responsibilities The operator (driver) is responsible for the correct and safe operation of the boat and safety of its occupants and general public. It is strongly recommended that each operator (driver) read and understand this entire manual before operating the boat.
  • Page 11: Lanyard Stop Switch

    GENERAL INFORMATION Lanyard Stop Switch The purpose of a lanyard stop switch is to turn off the engine when the operator moves far enough away from the operator's position (as in accidental ejection from the operator's position) to activate the switch. Tiller handle outboards and some remote control units are equipped with a lanyard stop switch.
  • Page 12 However, the boat will not complete a full circle. While the boat is coasting, it can cause injury to anyone in the boat's path as seriously as the boat would when under power.
  • Page 13: Protecting People In The Water

    Occupants could be thrown forward due to unexpected loss of forward motion ‑ a particular concern for passengers in the front of the boat who could be ejected over the bow and possibly struck by the gearcase or propeller. •...
  • Page 14: Wave And Wake Jumping

    Avoid wave or wake jumping whenever possible. Instruct all occupants that if a wake or wave jump occurs, get low and hang on to any boat hand hold. WARNING...
  • Page 15: Impact With Underwater Hazards

    There is another less common hazardous result from allowing your boat to launch off a wave or wake. If the bow of your boat pitches down far enough while airborne, upon water contact it may penetrate under the water surface and submarine for an instant.
  • Page 16: Exhaust Emissions

    Operating a damaged outboard could cause additional damage to other parts of the outboard, or could affect control of the boat. If continued running is necessary, do so at greatly reduced speeds. Avoid serious injury or death from loss of boat control. Continued boating with major impact damage can result in sudden component failure with or without subsequent impacts.
  • Page 17 Although the occurrence is rare, on a very calm day, swimmers and passengers in an enclosed area of a stationary boat that contains or is near a running engine may be exposed to a hazardous level of carbon monoxide.
  • Page 18: Safe Boating Suggestions

    1‑800‑336‑BOAT. Make sure everyone in the boat is properly seated. Do not allow anyone to sit or ride on any part of the boat that was not intended for such use. This includes the back of seats, gunwales, transom, bow, decks, raised fishing seats, any rotating fishing seat;...
  • Page 19 (stern) of the boat. Just shifting the outboard into neutral is not sufficient. Be alert. The operator of the boat is responsible by law to maintain a proper lookout by sight and hearing. The operator must have an unobstructed view particularly to the front.
  • Page 20: Specifications

    Specifications Description Dry weight 59 kg (130 lb.) Maximum load 475 kg (1047 lb.) Maximum engine 7.5 kw (10 hp) power Maximum engine 50 kg (110 lb.) weight Maximum personnel Air chambers Overall length 295 cm (9 ft. 8 in.) 330 cm (10 ft. 10 in.) 350 cm (11 ft. 6 in.) Inner hull length 194 cm (6 ft.
  • Page 21: Manufacturer's Plate

    Manufacturer's Plate The manufacturer's plate is located on the inside of the boat transom. Boat design category ‑ see following table Certified Europe Insignia Model number Maximum load capacity ‑ people + outboard + fuel tank and equipment Maximum outboard weight...
  • Page 22 Boat Design Categories ISO 6185 part ‑ The ISO 6185 part standard defines the power rating for the boat. The following table shows these power ratings. ISO 6185 Part Categories Part 1: Type ll Part 2: Type V Part 3: Type VII...
  • Page 23: Boat Components

    Components Location ‑ Model 300 BACK VIEW Hull identification number (HIN) FRONT VIEW Front mooring ring 24439 24441...
  • Page 24 TRANSOM VIEW Drain plug Hull drain plug Rear lifting ring Motor plate Manufacturer's plate 24447...
  • Page 25: Components Location - Model 330 And 350

    SIDE VIEW Port air chamber valve Front air chamber valve Front lifting ring Components Location ‑ Model 330 and 350 BACK VIEW Hull identification number (HIN) Starboard air chamber valve Oars Hull drain plug 24448 24450...
  • Page 26 FRONT VIEW Front mooring ring TRANSOM VIEW Drain plug Rear lifting ring Motor plate Manufacturer's plate 24441 24451...
  • Page 27 SIDE VIEW Paddle location Port air chamber valve Front lifting rings (2) 24452 Front air chamber valve Storage compartment Starboard air chamber valve...
  • Page 28: Transporting

    Trailering Boat Use a trailer that will properly support the boat hull. Position the boat on the trailer so it will rest in a stable position on the trailer supports. The boat must be properly secured to the trailer. Secure the boat to the trailer using tie‑down straps.
  • Page 29: Operation

    Inflation Do not use a compressed air source to fill air chambers. Over inflation may result in damaged seams and or bulkheads. Seams and or bulkheads ruptured from over inflation, are not covered under the warranty. IMPORTANT: Do not inflate or deflate one air chamber at a time. When inflating or deflating, maintain a balanced air pressure between air chambers to prevent stress or potential damage to the inside diaphragms that separate the air chambers.
  • Page 30: Overpressure Security Valve - Hypalon Models

    NOTE: Keep items clear of the overpressure valve that could prevent the red cap from popping off the valve. 24745 Red cap Lifting the Boat When using a hoist to lift the boat, attach the hoist to the front and rear lifting rings attached to the hull.
  • Page 31: Outboard Power

    Check outboard for tightness on transom before each use. Using an outboard that exceeds the maximum horsepower limit of a boat can: 1) cause loss of boat control 2) place too much weight at the transom altering the designed flotation characteristics of the boat or 3) cause the boat to break apart particularly around the transom area.
  • Page 32 Before departing, tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return. • No alcohol or drugs. It is illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Know the waters and area you will be boating; tides, currents,...
  • Page 33: Drain Valve Operation

    Loading IMPORTANT: Do not exceed the maximum number of passengers or load capacity of the boat. Refer to the Specification table in this manual or the manufacturer's plate on the boat for the maximum number of passengers and load capacity of the boat.
  • Page 34: Towing

    OPERATION Towing If the inflatable boat is to be towed by another boat, the inflatable boat must be empty. Remove outboard, fuel tank and equipment. Attach a single towing line to the mooring ring on front of the hull and tow the boat at slow speed.
  • Page 35: Maintenance

    IMPORTANT: Do not use a vinyl preservative on the air chamber fabric. Chemicals in the preservatives may dry out the fabric. BOAT HULL Remove the plug to open the self bailer. Use a hose to wash out any debris from the interior. Wash the interior with soap and water.
  • Page 36 MAINTENANCE The repair kit which comes with the boat is a one part glue operation and should be used for emergency minor repair. For a permanent repair, a two part Hypalon glue should be used. This two part Hypalon glue and patching materials are available from Mercury Marine.
  • Page 37: Air Chamber Repair - Pvc Fabric

    The repair kit which comes with the boat is a one part glue operation and should be used for emergency minor repair. For a permanent repair, a two part adhesive for PVC fabric should be used.
  • Page 38 Clean the patch area on the boat as well as the backside of the patch with M.E.K. (methyl ethel ketone) patching solvent and cleaner.
  • Page 39: Storage

    Maintenance Section. Dry the boat thoroughly after washing. The boat can be stored inflated or deflated. Store the boat in a cool, dry area that is protected from excess exposure from the sun. Cover the boat to block direct sunlight exposure if the boat is to be...
  • Page 40: Owners Service Assistance

    If you ever have a problem, question or concern about your inflatable boat or outboard motor, contact your dealer or any authorized Mercury Marine dealership. If additional assistance is required, take these steps. 1. Talk with the dealership's sales manager or service manager.

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