High-Speed And High-Performance Boat Operation; Outboard Remote Control Models; Lanyard Stop Switch - Mercury 200 Verado Manual

GENERAL INFORMATION
Do not overpower or overload your boat. Most boats will carry a required capacity plate indicating the
maximum acceptable power and load as determined by the manufacturer following certain federal
guidelines. If in doubt, contact your dealer or the boat manufacturer.

High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation

If your outboard is to be used on a high speed or high performance boat with which you are unfamiliar,
we recommend that you never operate it at its high speed capability without first requesting an initial
orientation and familiarization demonstration ride with your dealer or an operator experienced with your
boat/outboard combination. For additional information, obtain a copy of our Hi-Performance Boat
Operation booklet from your dealer, distributor, or Mercury Marine.

Outboard Remote Control Models

The outboard must be equipped with a Mercury remote control designed for digital throttle and shift.
Start-in-gear protection is provided by the remote control system.

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. A lanyard
stop switch can be installed as an accessory - generally on the dashboard or side adjacent to the
operator's position.
The lanyard is a cord usually 122 - 152 cm (4 - 5 feet) in length when stretched out, with an element on
one end made to be inserted into the switch and a snap on the other end for attaching to the operator.
The lanyard is coiled to make its at-rest condition as short as possible to minimize the likelihood of lanyard
entanglement with nearby objects. Its stretched-out length is made to minimize the likelihood of
accidental activation should the operator choose to move around in an area close to the normal operator's
position. If it is desired to have a shorter lanyard, wrap the lanyard around the operator's wrist or leg, or
tie a knot in the lanyard.
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a - Lanyard cord
Read the following Safety Information before proceeding.
U.S. COAST GUARD CAP ACITY
MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER XXX
MAXIMUM PERSON
CAPACITY (POUNDS)
MAXIMUM WEIGHT
CAPACITY
b
b - Lanyard stop switch
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XXX
XXX
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