Engine Installation; Boat Horsepower Capacity; Start In Gear Protection; Selecting Accessories For Your Outboard - Mercury 8 User Manual

Boat Horsepower Capacity

Exceeding the boat's maximum horsepower rating can cause
serious injury or death. Overpowering the boat can affect boat
control and flotation characteristics or break the transom. Do not
install an engine that exceeds the boat's maximum power rating.
Do not overpower or overload your boat. Most boats will carry a
required capacity plate indicating the maximum acceptable power
and load as determined by the manufacturer following certain
federal guidelines. If in doubt, contact your dealer or the boat
manufacturer.

Start in Gear Protection

Starting the engine with the drive in gear can cause serious injury
or death. Never operate a boat that does not have a
neutral‑safety‑protection device.
The remote control connected to the outboard must be equipped
with a start in neutral only protection device. This prevents the
engine from starting in gear.

Selecting Accessories For Your Outboard

Genuine Mercury Precision or Quicksilver Accessories have been
specifically designed and tested for your outboard. These
accessories are available from Mercury Marine dealers.

ENGINE INSTALLATION

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U.S. COAST GUARD CAP ACITY
MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER XXX
MAXIMUM PERSON
CAPACITY (POUNDS)
MAXIMUM WEIGHT
CAPACITY
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