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You have selected one of the finest marine power packages available. It incorporates numerous design features
to assure operating ease and durability.
With proper care and maintenance, you will thoroughly enjoy using this product for many boating seasons. To
ensure maximum performance and carefree use, we ask that you thoroughly read this manual.
The Operation and Maintenance Manual contains specific instructions for using and maintaining your product.
We suggest that this manual remain with the product for ready reference whenever you are on the water.
Thank you for purchasing one of our MerCruiser products. We sincerely hope your boating will be pleasant!
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IMPORTANT: This manual contains basic Operation and Maintenance information for your MerCruiser
power package. If you desire to perform some of the maintenance items on your own, you should obtain
a copy of the "Maintenance Procedures" Manual for your particular power package. Information for
obtaining this manual is located at the back of this manual.
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IF YOU DON'T UNDERSTAND ANY PORTION, CONTACT YOUR DEALER FOR A DEMONSTRATION OF
ACTUAL STARTING AND OPERATING PROCEDURES.
NOTICE
Throughout this publication, and on your power package, WARNINGS and CAUTIONS, accompanied by the
International Hazard Symbol
particular service or operation that may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe them
carefully.
These "Safety Alerts" alone cannot eliminate the hazards that they signal. Strict compliance with these special
instructions while performing the service, plus "common sense" operation, are major accident prevention
measures.
WARNING-Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in severe personal injury or death.
CAUTION-Hazards or unsafe practices which could result in minor personal injury or product or
property damage.
IMPORTANT: - Indicates information or instructions that are necessary for proper operation and /or
maintenance.
The operator (driver) is responsible for the correct and safe operation of the boat, the equipment aboard
and the safety of all occupants aboard. We strongly recommend that the operator read this Operation
and Maintenance Manual and thoroughly understand the operational instructions for the power package
and all related accessories before the boat is used.
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