Quick Release - Tiller Models Only - Mercury Avator 7.5e Operation, Maintenance And Installation Manual

2. Lift the outboard using the tiller handle, the hand hold on the upper
portion of the rear cowling, just under the tiller arm assembly, or on the
lower portion of the outboard at the drive extension housing. Use at least
two different positions to grip the outboard depending on the operator's
position inside or outside of the boat.
Quick Release ‑ Tiller Models Only
INSTALLING THE OUTBOARD INTO THE QUICK RELEASE RECEIVER -
TILLER MODELS ONLY
IMPORTANT: Only perform this procedure with the transom bracket mounted
to the boat.
1. Remove the battery from the outboard. Refer to Battery Removal.
2. Lift the outboard above the transom bracket and align the probe shaft
assembly with the quick release receiver.
3. Place the outboard all the way to the bottom of the quick release receiver
with a firm push.
4. Verify the outboard is locked into the quick release receiver.
NOTE: The slide should be contacting the transom bracket.
5. Attempt to lift up on the outboard to verify proper quick release locking
was established.
USING THE QUICK RELEASE - TILLER MODELS ONLY
To aid in installation, use the quick release to separate the transom clamp
bracket assembly from the swivel bracket.
IMPORTANT: The tiller handle must be locked in the operating position or the
folded up position.
1. Remove the battery from the outboard. Refer to Battery Removal.
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