Anodes And Mercathode System Locations 103 Checking The Quicksilver Mercathode System; Checking The Quicksilver Mercathode System - Mercury MerCruiser Owner's Manual

Section 5 - Maintenance
MerCathode System— Electrode assembly replaces the Anode block. System should be
tested to ensure adequate output. The test should be performed where boat is moored,
using Quicksilver Reference Electrode and Test Meter.
Bearing carrier anode (Bravo One)
Propshaft anode (Bravo Three)

Checking the Quicksilver MerCathode System

The MerCathode system should be tested to ensure adequate output. Perform the test
where boat is moored, using the reference electrode and test meter. Contact your
authorized Mercury MerCruiser dealer for service and information .
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Description
Gearcase anode plate
Ventilation plate anode
MerCathode System
Anode kit (if equipped)
Trim cylinder anodes
Location
Mounted on the underside of the lower
gearcase.
Mounted on the front of the gearcase.
The MerCathode electrode is mounted
to the underside of the gimbal housing.
The MerCathode controler is mounted
on the engine or on the boat transom.
The controler harness connects to the
electrode harness.
Mounted to the boat transom.
Mounted on each of the trim cylinders.
Located in front of the propeller,
between the front side of the propeller
and the gear housing.
Located behind the aft propeller.
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