Mercury Heavy Duty 899846001 Owner's Manual

Mercury marine inflatable boat 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.
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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 Pre-Operating Check List...34 Loading...35 Drain Valve Operation...36 Towing...37 Air Chamber Deflates Accidently...37 Beaching...37 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Procedure...38 Deflating...38 Folding Instructions... 39 REPAIRS Air Chamber Repair - Hypalon Fabric... 41 Air Chamber Repair - PVC Fabric...42 STORAGE Storage Preparation... 45 OWNERS SERVICE ASSISTANCE Service Assistance...46 Parts And Accessories Inquiries...46...
  • 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: Duration Of Coverage

    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: How To Obtain Warranty Coverage

    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: Good Ventilation

    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

    Outer width Inner width Tube diameter Recommended tube air pressure Recommended keel air pressure Floor system Boat design category ISO 6185 parts Tube Fabric Boat bottom/keel fabric Model 93.8 kg (207 lb.) 760 kg (1675 lb.) 19 kw (25 hp) 71 kg (157 lb.)
  • Page 21 Tube diameter Recommended tube 0.25 bar (3.6 psi) air pressure Recommended keel 0.25 bar (3.6 psi) air pressure Floor system Boat design category ISO 6185 parts Tube Fabric Boat bottom/keel fabric 119.8 kg (264 lb.) 19 kw (25 hp) 23 kw (30 hp) 71 kg (157 lb.)
  • Page 22: 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 23 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 24: Boat Components

    Component Location ‑ PVC Models BACK VIEW Hull Identification number (HIN) FRONT VIEW Lifting handle Drain valve (plug type drain shown) Towing rings 24156 24160...
  • Page 25: Side View

    TRANSOM VIEW Drain valve (plug type valve shown) Towing holes SIDE VIEW Paddle Air chamber valves Motor plate Manufacturer's plate Model 380 shown Keel air chamber valve 24161 24162...
  • Page 26: Component Location - Hypalon Models

    Component Location ‑ Hypalon Models BACK VIEW Hull Identification number (HIN) FRONT VIEW Lifting handle Drain valve (plug type drain shown) Towing rings 24163 24160...
  • Page 27 TRANSOM VIEW Drain valve (plug type valve shown) Towing holes SIDE VIEW Paddle Air chamber valves Motor plate Manufacturer's plate Model 380 shown Overpressure valve ‑ Hypalon models only Keel air chamber valve 24164...
  • 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

    Floorboard Installation (Models with Wood Floors) NOTE: The floorboards must be installed into the boat before the boat is inflated. Side joiners 1. Clear a flat surface, making sure it is clean and free of sharp objects. 2. Unfold the boat and spread it out flat.
  • Page 30 4. Slide the rear floorboard No."5" under the transom retainer. Rear floorboard 5. Fit the remaining floorboards together. Position boards No. "3" and "4" so they are forming an inverted V shape. Align the side edges of the floorboards so they are straight and then push down on the V‑joint to flatten the floorboards.
  • Page 31 6. Slightly inflate the keel in order to raise the floorboards off the floor. 7. Attach each set of side joiners together. Side joiners 8. Attach the side joiners to the floorboards. Position the side joiners between the two rubber stoppers. Side joiners Rubber stoppers 24066...
  • Page 32: Floorboard Installation (Models With Aluminium Floors)

    OPERATION Floorboard Installation (Models with Aluminium Floors) NOTE: The floorboards must be installed into the boat before the boat is inflated. 24097 Five board models Side joiners...
  • Page 33 1. Clear a flat surface, make sure it is clean and free of sharp objects. 2. Unfold the boat and spread it out flat. 3. Slide the front floorboard No. "1" into the bow. Position the hole opening over the keel air chamber valve. Fit floorboard (No.
  • Page 34 4. Slide the rear floorboard under the transom retainers. Rear floorboard 5. Fit the remaining floorboards together. Position the middle boards so they are forming an inverted V shape. Align the side edges of the floorboards so they are straight and then push down on the V‑joint to flatten the floorboards.
  • Page 35 NOTE: The floorboards are strengthened with the side joiners installed on the floorboards. Position these side joiners so they will fit between the rubber stoppers located on the side air chambers. 6. Slightly inflate the keel in order to raise the floorboards off the floor.
  • Page 36: Inflating

    1. Inflate the side air chambers before inflating the keel air chamber. Inflate the air chambers as follows: NOTE: Install the removable seat before the boat is fully inflated. Hook the flanges that are located on the bottom of the seat into the nylon straps on the side air chambers.
  • Page 37: Overpressure Security Valve - Hypalon Models

    The air volume inside the air chambers will expand as the internal air temperature rises; this will cause the air pressure to fluctuate depending on water temperature and weather conditions. A boat that is correctly inflated, may experience a drop in air pressure and require additional air when temperatures decrease;...
  • Page 38: 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 39: Loading

    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, sand bars, rocks, and other hazards.
  • Page 40: Drain Valve Operation

    Drain Valve Operation The inflatable boat will be fitted with one of two types of drain valves. A slide drain valve or a plug drain valve. Slide drain valve Plug drain valve Open position SLIDE DRAIN VALVE OPERATION When underway, slide the drain to the open position and the water will automatically run out.
  • Page 41: 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 line between the towing rings to form a bridle. Attach a towing line to this bridle and tow the boat at slow speed.
  • Page 42: Maintenance

    Remove the floorboards to clean the gasoline spillage from the floor fabric. 1. Deflate the boat and remove the floorboards. 2. Reinflate the air chambers 3. Open the drain valve. Use a hose to wash out any debris from the interior, especially around the area where the floor meets the air chambers.
  • Page 43: Folding Instructions

    2. Remove the seat (if equipped), paddles, floorboards and any equipment. 3. Fold the deflated sides inward until the sides meet in the middle. 4. Fold the boat transom inward and then fold in the two rear cones inward over the transom. 23507...
  • Page 44 MAINTENANCE 5. Starting at the transom end, roll up the boat from the transom towards the bow. 23508...
  • Page 45: Repairs

    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.
  • Page 46: Air Chamber Repair - Pvc Fabric

    Apply two thin layers of adhesive using a short bristle brush, in a circular pattern on both the backside of the patch and the patch area on the boat. Allow the first layer to dry completely (approximately 15 minutes) before applying the second layer. The second layer should dry until tacky, then apply the patch to the prepared area and press down firmly.
  • Page 47 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 48 Apply three thin layers of adhesive with a short bristle brush, in a circular pattern on both the backside of the patch and the patch area on the boat. Allow each layer to dry for 5‑10 minutes before applying the next layer. After applying the third layer, wait 5‑10 minutes and then apply the patch to the prepared area and press down firmly.
  • Page 49: Storage

    After washing, allow the boat to dry thoroughly before placing into storage. 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 50: 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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