Starting The Engine - Mercury 200 Pro XS Operation, Maintenance And Installation Manual

Models with a three‑ram trim system: If engine speed exceeds 2000 RPM, the
outboard will automatically return down to the maximum trim range.
Models with a single‑ram trim system: The outboard will remain at the selected
tilt position, regardless of engine RPM.

Starting the Engine

Without sufficient cooling water, the engine, the water pump, and other
components will overheat and suffer damage. Provide a sufficient supply of
water to the water inlets during operation.
INITIAL STARTING PROCEDURE
NOTE: For the initial start up of a new engine, or for an engine that ran out of
fuel or was drained of fuel, the fuel system should be filled according to the
following procedure.
1. Position the fuel line primer bulb so the arrow on the side of the bulb is
pointing up. Squeeze the fuel line primer bulb until it feels firm.
2. Turn the ignition key switch to the "ON" position for three seconds to
operate the electric fuel pump.
3. Turn the ignition key switch back to the "OFF" position, and squeeze the
primer bulb until it feels firm. Turn the ignition key switch to the "ON"
position again for three seconds. Continue this procedure until the fuel
line primer bulb stays firm.
Before starting, read the prestarting check list and special operating
instructions in the Operation section.
STARTING PROCEDURE
1. Lower the outboard to the "RUN" position. Make sure all the cooling water
intake holes are submerged.
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