Operation; Important Daily Inspection Before Each Use; Prestarting Check List - Mercury 40 JET FOURSTROKE Operation, Maintenance & Installation Manual

Important Daily Inspection Before Each Use

Any outboard mounted on the boat must have the mounting hardware
inspected and checked to ensure that the hardware has not become loose. A
decal on the transom bracket reminds the owner to check the fasteners
securing the outboard to the transom before each use.

Prestarting Check List

Operator knows safe navigation, boating, and operating procedures.
An approved personal flotation device of suitable size for each person
aboard and readily accessible (it is the law).
A ring type life buoy or buoyant cushion designed to be thrown to a
person in the water.
Know your boats maximum load capacity. Look at the boat capacity plate.
Fuel supply OK.
Oil supply (oil injection) OK.
Ensure the boat drain plug is installed.
Arrange passengers and load in the boat so the weight is distributed
evenly and everyone is seated in a proper seat.
Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to return.
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.
Make inspection checks listed in Maintenance ‑ Inspection and
Maintenance Schedule.
Check steering for free operation.
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Decal on the transom bracket
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