Start In Gear Protection; Selecting Accessories For Your Outboard; Fuel Tanks - Mercury 135 OptiMax Manual

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.

Start in Gear Protection

Starting the engine with the drive in gear can cause serious injury or death. Never operate a boat that
does not have a neutral-safety-protection device.
The remote control connected to the outboard must be equipped with a start in neutral only protection
device. This prevents the engine from starting in gear.

Selecting Accessories For Your Outboard

Genuine Mercury Precision or Quicksilver Accessories have been specifically designed and tested for
this outboard.
Some accessories not manufactured or sold by Mercury Marine are not designed to be safely used with
this outboard or outboard operating system. Acquire and read the installation, operation, and
maintenance manuals for all selected accessories.

Fuel Tanks

PORTABLE FUEL TANK
Select a suitable location in the boat within the engine fuel line length limitations and secure the tank in
place.
PERMANENT FUEL TANK
Permanent fuel tanks should be installed in accordance with industry and federal safety standards, which
include recommendations applicable to grounding, anti-siphon protection, ventilation, etc.
OUTBOARD INSTALLATION
U.S. COAST GUARD CAP ACITY
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