Mercury GO BOLDLY SeaPro 500hp Operation And Maintenance Manual page 91

NOTE: Two clicks will indicate that the latch hook is released.
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a - Lift point/handle
b - Electrical latch connector
c - Internal fasteners (2)—M10 socket with 18 in. extension required
d - Port side latch hook fastener—clockwise
e - Starboard side latch hook fastener—counterclockwise
The top cowl is heavy. To avoid personal injury or damage to the cowl,
always use a lifting aid device or two people when removing and installing
the top cowl.
8. With two people or using a lifting aid device, lift the top cowl up and off of
the middle cowl.
a. With two people, one on each side of the engine, grab the top cowl
with both hands and carefully guide the top cowl up and off of the
middle cowl.
b. If using a lifting device, connect a large lifting strap in a loop, through
the lift point/handle. Secure the lifting strap onto the lifting device and
slowly raise and guide the top cowl up and off of the middle cowl.
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