Mercury 60 Operation, Maintenance & Installation Manual page 8

Features and Controls
Remote Control Features................................................................................. 24
Warning System............................................................................................... 25
Engine Overspeed Limiter................................................................................ 26
Power Trim and Tilt (If equipped)..................................................................... 27
Manual Tilt System........................................................................................... 30
Throttle Grip Friction Adjustment - Tiller Handle Models.................................. 34
Steering Friction Adjustment - Tiller Handle Models......................................... 34
Trim Tab Adjustment........................................................................................ 35
Operation
Important Daily Inspection Before Each Use ................................................... 36
Prestarting Check List....................................................................................... 36
Operating in Freezing Temperatures................................................................ 37
Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water......................................................... 37
Effects of Elevation and Weather on Performance........................................... 37
Operating at High Elevations............................................................................ 38
Engine Break-in Procedure............................................................................... 38
Starting the Engine........................................................................................... 38
Gear Shifting..................................................................................................... 42
Stopping the Engine ........................................................................................ 43
Emergency Starting ......................................................................................... 43
Setting Trim Angle While Running Engine at Idle Speed................................. 46
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