Engine Over-Speed Protection System - Mercury 4 4-Stroke Manual

FEATURES & CONTROLS
The tilt pin should be adjusted so the outboard is positioned to run perpendicular to the water when the boat is
running at full speed. This allows the boat to be driven parallel to the water.
Arrange passengers and load in the boat so the weight is distributed evenly.
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Engine Over-Speed Protection System

The engine over-speed protection system is activated if the engine speed should exceed the maximum allowable
limit. This will protect the engine from mechanical damage.
Anytime the engine over-speed protection system is activated, the engine speed is automatically reduced to within
the allowable limit. If engine over-speed continues, have the outboard checked by your dealer.
NOTE: Your engine speed should never reach the maximum limit to activate the system unless the propeller is
ventilating, an incorrect propeller is being used, or the propeller is faulty.
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