Outboard Power; Pre-Operating Check List - Mercury DINGHY 200 Manual

4. After inflating the Air Deck
chamber valve by turning a quarter of a turn counterclockwise. Push the
valve stem in and rotate it to the closed position. Attach the air hose
adapter to the air valve. Inflate the keel to the recommended air pressure
of 0.25 bar (3.6 psi).
5. After inflation, install the valve caps tight by turning them clockwise.

Outboard Power

Choose an outboard that is within the horsepower range and maximum weight
limit for the boat. Refer to the specification table in this manual or the
manufacturer's plate on the boat for the maximum outboard horsepower and
outboard weight.
Install the outboard along the centerline of the boat transom. Fasten the
outboard to the transom following the recommended installation instructions
provided with the outboard or from the outboard manufacturer.
Verify that the outboard is tightly secured on the transom before each use.
Exceeding the boat's maximum horsepower rating can cause serious injury
or death. Overpowering the boat can affect boat control and flotation
characteristics or break the transom. Do not install an engine that exceeds
the boat's maximum power rating.
Pre‑Operating Check List
• Check the inflation pressure of the air chambers.
• Remove any obstruction from the drain valve.
• Verify that the outboard is tightly secured on the transom.
• Know the fuel capacity and cruising range of the outboard.
• Ensure that the outboard lanyard stop switch works correctly. Refer to
General Information—Lanyard Stop Switch.
• Be sure that the boat is not overloaded. Do not exceed the maximum
number of passengers or load capacity. Refer to the boat capacity plate.
• Be sure that there is a readily accessible approved personal flotation
device of suitable size for each person aboard. It is the law.
• Check that there are paddles in the boat in case of engine trouble.
• Be sure that the operator knows safe navigation, boating, and operating
procedures.
• Be sure that there is a ring‑type life buoy or buoyant cushion designed to
be thrown to a person in the water.
• Arrange the passengers and load in the boat so that the weight is
distributed evenly and everyone is seated in a proper seat or on the floor.
Refer to Loading.
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floor, remove the valve cap from the keel air
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