Mercury 300 XS OptiMax Manual page 12

• Use of a propeller or gear ratio that does not allow the engine to run in its
recommended RPM range. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance
Manual.
• Operation of the product in a manner inconsistent with the recommended
operation and duty cycle. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance
Manual.
• Neglect
• Accident
• Submersion
• Improper installation (proper installation specifications and techniques are
set forth in the installation instructions for the product)
• Improper service
• Use of an accessory or part that was not manufactured or sold by Mercury
Marine and that damages the Mercury product
• Operation with fuels, oils, or lubricants that are not suitable for use with
the product. Refer to the Operation and Maintenance Manual.
• Alteration or removal of parts
• Water entering the engine through the fuel intake, air intake, or exhaust
system
• Insufficient cooling water caused by blockage of the cooling system by a
foreign body, running the engine out of water, mounting the engine too
high on the transom, or running the boat with the engine/drive trimmed out
too far
Expenses related to haul‑out, launch, towing, storage, telephone, rental,
inconvenience, slip fees, insurance coverage, loan payments, loss of time, loss
of income, tournament fees, club fees, prize money, or any other type of
incidental or consequential damages are not covered by this warranty.
Expenses associated with the removal and/or replacement of boat partitions or
material caused by boat design for access to the product are not covered by
this warranty.
WHAT WILL VOID THE WARRANTY: The commercial use of the product,
defined as any work or employment related use of the product, or any income
generating use of the product, even if such use is only occasional, will void the
warranty. Use of the product for racing or other competitive activity, at any
point, even by a prior owner of the product, voids the warranty.
No individual or entity, including Mercury Marine authorized dealers, has been
given authority by Mercury Marine to make any affirmation, representation or
warranty regarding the product, other than those contained in this limited
warranty, and if made, shall not be enforceable against Mercury Marine.
TERMINATION OF COVERAGE: Warranty coverage is terminated for used
product obtained in any of the following ways:
• Repossession from a retail customer
• Purchase at an auction
WARRANTY INFORMATION
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