Basic Boat Operation; Operation Chart; Freezing Temperature And Cold Weather Operation - Mercury TDI 4.2L Manual

Engine speed (percent of WOT)
Engine power (percent of total)
(percent of total operating time)
5
4

Basic Boat Operation

Operation Chart

Starting Procedure
Open the engine hatch. Air
out the bilge completely.
Turn the battery switch on, if
equipped.
Turn on and run the engine
compartment bilge blower, if
equipped, for five minutes.
Check for leaks: fuel, oil,
water, fluid, etc.
Open the fuel shut‑off valve,
if equipped.
Open the seacock, if
equipped.
Prime the fuel injection
system, if necessary.
Turn the key switch to
"START" position. Release
the key when the engine
starts.
Warm‑up the engine at a
fast idle‑RPM for several
minutes.

Freezing Temperature and Cold Weather Operation

IMPORTANT: If the boat is operated during periods of freezing temperature, take precautions to prevent freezing damage to
the power package. Damage caused by freezing is not covered by the Mercury Marine Limited Warranty.
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EPA Mode Number
Cycle 5
Duty Cycle
Time at given mode
1
Chart showing full power operation is limited to a maximum of 1 of 12 hours
1 - Mode 1: 1.0 hour (8%)
2
2 - Mode 2: 1.5 hours (13%)
3 - Mode 3: 2.0 hours (17%)
4 - Mode 4: 4.0 hours (32%)
5 - Mode 5: 3.5 hours (30%)
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After Starting
Observe all instrumentation to
monitor the condition of the
engine. If not normal, stop the
engine.
Check for fuel, oil, water, fluid,
and exhaust leaks, etc.
Check shift and throttle control
operation.
Check steering operation.
1
100
100
8
While Underway
Frequently review all
instrumentation to monitor
engine condition.
Listen for the audio alarm.
Section 2 - On The Water
Modes
2 3 4
91 80 63
75 50 25
13 17 32
Stopping and Shut Down
Shift the remote control lever
to the neutral position.
Run the engine at idle‑RPM
for several minutes to allow
the turbocharger and engine
to cool.
Turn the key switch to "OFF"
position.
Turn the battery switch off, if
equipped.
Close the fuel shut‑off valve, if
equipped.
Close the seacock, if
equipped.
Flush the seawater cooling
circuit, if operating in
saltwater, brackish water, or
polluted water.
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