Section 2 - On The Water - Mercury 6.2 Inboard MPI DTS Operation & Maintenance Manual

Table of Contents
Safe Boating Recommendations.......................................... 18
Carbon Monoxide Exposure................................................. 19
Be Alert To Carbon Monoxide Poisoning ..................... 19
Stay Clear of Exhaust Areas ........................................ 19
Good Ventilation .......................................................... 19
Poor Ventilation ........................................................... 20
Basic Boat Operation (DTS Models).................................... 20
Launching and Boat Operation...................................... 20
Operation Chart ..................................................... 20
Starting and Stopping the Engine.................................. 20
Starting the Engine ................................................ 20
Stopping the Engine .............................................. 21
Throttle Only Operation-DTS Models.......................... 21
Freezing Temperature Operation.................................. 22
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump............................................ 22
Protecting People in the Water............................................. 22
While You Are Cruising ................................................ 22
While Boat Is Stationary ............................................... 22
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High-Speed and High-Performance Operation..................... 22
Passenger Safety in Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats.......... 22
Boats Having an Open Front Deck ............................... 23
Boats With Front-Mounted, Raised Pedestal Fishing
Seats ............................................................................ 23
Wave and Wake Jumping..................................................... 23
Impact with Underwater Hazards......................................... 24
Conditions Affecting Operation............................................. 24
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the
Boat............................................................................... 24
The Bottom of the Boat.................................................. 24
Cavitation....................................................................... 25
Ventilation...................................................................... 25
Elevation and Climate.................................................... 25
Getting Started..................................................................... 25
20-Hour Break-In Period................................................ 25
After the Break-In Period............................................... 25
End of First Season Checkup........................................ 25
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