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Mercury 3.0L Carbureted Alpha User Manual (130 pages)
3.0L Carbureted Alpha models
Brand:
Mercury
| Category:
Marine Equipment
| Size: 2 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Warranty Information
12
Owner Warranty Registration
12
United States and Canada Only
12
International Owner Registration
13
Outside the United States and Canada
13
Warranty Gasoline Fueled Products Only What Is Covered
14
Warranty Policies
14
Mercury Mercruiser One Year Limited Warranty (Gasoline Fueled Products Only)
14
What Is Covered
14
Duration of Coverage
14
Conditions that Must be Met in Order to Obtain Warranty Coverage
14
What Mercury will Do
14
How to Obtain Warranty Coverage
15
What Is Not Covered
15
Disclaimers and Limitations
15
California Emissions Limited Warranty
16
What Is Covered
16
Duration of Coverage
16
How to Obtain Warranty Coverage
16
What Mercury will Do
17
What Is Not Covered
17
Components of the Emissions Control System
18
Disclaimers and Limitations
18
California Emission Control Warranty Statement
19
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations
19
Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage
19
Owner's Warranty Responsibilities
19
Year Limited Warranty
20
Against Corrosion (Worldwide)
20
What Is Covered
20
Duration of Coverage
20
Conditions that Must be Met in Order to Obtain Warranty Coverage
20
What Mercury will Do
20
Year Limited Warranty against Corrosion (Worldwide)
20
How to Obtain Warranty Coverage
21
What Is Not Covered
21
Transferable Warranty
22
Direct Sale by Owner
22
Mercury Product Protection Plan
22
United States and Canada Only
22
California Emission Certification Label
23
Star Label
23
One Star - Low Emission
23
Two Stars - very Low Emission
23
Three Stars - Ultra Low Emission
23
Four Stars - Super Ultra Low Emission
23
Features and Controls Lanyard Stop Switch
25
Features and Controls
26
Lanyard Stop Switch
26
Instrumentation
28
Remote Controls
29
Panel Mounted
29
Console Mounted
30
Power Trim
31
Single Engine Trim/Trailer
32
Dual Engine Trim/Trailer
32
Electrical System Overload Protection
33
Audio Warning System
35
Emissions Information
36
Emission Control Information Label
36
Owner Responsibility
36
Star Label
37
Safe Boating Suggestions
40
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
42
Good Ventilation
43
Poor Ventilation
43
Basic Boat Operation
44
Launching and Boat Operation Care
44
Operation Chart
45
Starting and Stopping the Engine
46
Starting Engine after Stopped While in Gear
47
Trailering the Boat
47
Freezing Temperature Operation
47
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump
47
Protecting People in the Water
48
While You Are Cruising
48
While Boat Is Stationary
48
On the Water
48
Passenger Safety Message - Pontoon and Deck Boats
49
Wave and Wake Jumping
50
Impact with Underwater Hazards
51
Drive Unit Impact Protection
52
Conditions Affecting Operation
52
Weight Distribution (Passengers and Gear) Inside the Boat
52
Bottom of Boat
52
Cavitation
53
Ventilation
53
Elevation and Climate
53
Propeller Selection
54
Getting Started
55
20-Hour Break-In Period
55
After Break-In Period
55
End of First Season Checkup
55
Specifications
57
Fuel Recommendations
58
Fuel Ratings
58
Using Reformulated
58
(Oxygenated) Gasolines (USA Only)
58
Gasolines Containing Alcohol
59
Engine Oil
60
Engine Specifications
61
Fluid Specifications
62
Liter (181 CID)
62
Sterndrive Fluid Specifications
62
Owner/Operator Responsibilities
64
Dealer Responsibilities
64
Maintenance
65
Do-It-Yourself Maintenance Suggestions
66
Inspection
67
Sterndrive Maintenance Chart
67
Routine Maintenance
67
Scheduled Maintenance
68
Maintenance Record
70
Engine Oil
71
Checking
71
Filling
72
Changing Oil and Filter
73
Quick Drain Oil
73
Engine Oil Pump
73
All Models
74
Power Steering Pump Fluid, if Equipped
75
Checking
75
Filling
75
Changing
75
Drive Unit Oil
76
Checking
76
Filling
76
Changing
77
Power Trim Pump Fluid
79
Checking
79
Filling
79
Changing
79
Battery
80
Fuel Pump Sight Tube Inspection
80
L Models
80
Maintenance
80
Flame Arrestor
81
Cleaning
81
Flame Arrestor and Related Components
81
Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve (PCV)
82
Changing
82
Lubrication
83
Power Steering System
83
Manual Steering System
84
Throttle Cable
85
Shift Cable - Typical
85
Engine Coupler
86
Propellers
87
Alpha
87
Removal
87
Repair
87
Installation
88
Drive Belts
89
Checking
89
Replacing - Front Mount Models
90
Power Steering Pump Drive Belt, if Equipped
90
Alternator Belt
90
Replacing - Side Mount Models
91
Power Steering Pump Drive Belt, if Equipped
91
Alternator Belt
91
Corrosion Protection
92
Painting Your Power Package
95
Emissions (Europe Only)
96
Sealed Carburetor Mixture Screws
96
Emissions Testing
96
Installing Test Probes
97
Cold Weather or Extended Storage
100
Preparing Your Power Package for Storage
100
Battery
102
Draining Instructions
103
3.0L Single Point Drain
104
Draining Seawater Section of Closed Cooled (Coolant) Models
106
Sterndrive
109
Clearing Clogged Blue Drain Hoses
110
Flushing the Power Package
112
Sterndrive Water Pickup
112
Flushing Attachments
112
Power Package Recommissioning
115
Troubleshooting Charts
118
Starter Motor will Not Crank Engine, or Cranks Slow
118
Engine will Not Start, or Is Hard to Start
118
Engine Runs Rough, Misses And/Or Backfires
119
Poor Performance
119
Excessive Engine Temperature
120
Insufficient Engine Temperature
120
Low Engine Oil Pressure
120
Battery will Not Come up on Charge
121
Remote Control Operates Hard, Binds, Has Excessive Free-Play or Makes Unusual Sounds
121
Steering Wheel Turns Hard or Jerky
122
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Doesn't Operate)
122
Power Trim Does Not Operate
122
Power Trim Does Not Operate (Motor Operates but Sterndrive Unit Does Not Move)
122
Owner Service Assistance
124
Local Repair Service
124
Service Away from Home
124
Stolen Power Package
124
Attention Required after Submersion
124
Replacement Service Parts
125
Parts and Accessories Inquiries
125
Resolving a Problem
126
Mercury Marine Service Offices
127
Customer Service Literature
128
English Language
128
Other Languages
128
Andre Sprog
128
Andere Talen
128
Muut Kielet
128
Autres Langues
129
Andere Sprachen
129
Altre Lingue
129
Andre Språk
129
Outros Idiomas
129
Otros Idiomas
129
Andra Språk
129
Allej Glþssej
129
Alltj Glþsstj
129
Ordering Literature
130
United States and Canada
130
Outside the United States and Canada
130
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Mercury 3.0L Carbureted Alpha Installation Manual (137 pages)
GASOLINE ENGINE STERNDRIVE MODELS
Brand:
Mercury
| Category:
Engine
| Size: 2 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
2
General Information
3
Notice to Boat Manufacturer/Installer
3
Torque Specifications
4
Lubricants / Sealants / Adhesives
5
Special Tools
6
Alpha Notice: Increased Trim-In Range Capability
6
Bravo Three Notice: Trim-In Limit Insert
7
Quicksilver Products
7
Accessories
7
Serial Number Decal Placement
8
Corrosion Protection
8
Anti-Fouling Paint
9
Boat Construction
10
Transom Thickness and Surface
10
Engine Bed
11
Crankshaft Vertical Centerline
11
Crankshaft Horizontal Centerline
12
Transom Cutout
14
Seawater Connections - General Information
16
Seawater Pickup
16
Preliminary Connections
18
Power Trim Pump
18
Fuel Inlet Fitting
19
Transom Connections
20
Installing Gimbal Housing
20
Installing Inner Transom Plate
21
Connecting Speedometer Pickup
22
Fluid Connections
23
Installing Steering System
25
Transom Preparation
35
Driveshaft Extension Models
39
Engine Preparation
39
Engine Installation
40
Exhaust System
43
Methods for Measuring Exhaust Elbow Height
46
Exhaust System Hose / Tube Connections
48
Engine Alignment
49
Hot Water Heater Installation
53
Electrical Connections
55
Installing Continuity Wire
55
Instrumentation Connections
56
Trim Position Sender Connections
57
Mercathode Connections
57
Audio Warning System Connections
58
Power Trim Pump Connections
59
Fluid Connections
61
Gear Lube Monitor Hose
61
Fluid Connections Gear Lube Monitor Hose
61
Power Steering Hoses
62
Bravo Models and Alpha Seawater Cooled Models Using Sterndrive Water Pickups
62
Alpha or Bravo Models Using Alternative Water Pickups
63
Coolant Recovery System
66
Shift Cable Installation
67
Alpha Models - Drive Unit Not Installed
67
Bravo Models
72
Throttle Cable Installation and Adjustment
76
Sterndrive Unit Installation
77
Alpha Models
79
Bravo Models
82
All Models
86
Speedometer Connection
87
Alpha Models
87
Bravo Models
88
Shift Cable Installation
89
Alpha Models - Drive Unit Installed
89
Troubleshooting Shift Problems
95
Predelivery Preparation
98
Power Steering Fluid
98
Filling Coolant Recovery Bottle
99
Power Trim Pump
99
Trim Position Sender Adjustment
100
Propeller Selection
101
Propeller Installation
102
Battery
106
Test Running Engine
107
Boat in the Water Tests
111
Cold Weather and Extended Storage
114
Draining Instructions
114
3.0L Single Point Drain
115
V6 and V8 Seawater (Raw-Water) Cooled Models
119
V6 and V8 Closed Cooled Models
122
All Models
124
Wiring Diagrams
126
Instrumentation
126
Power Trim System
128
Mercathode System Wiring Diagram
129
MCM Gasoline Engine Wiring Diagrams
130
3.0L Engines
130
MCM 4.3L, 5.0L and 5.7L Alpha Engines
131
MCM 4.3L Bravo Engines
132
MCM 5.0L and 5.7L Bravo Engines
133
Water Flow Diagrams
134
181 CID / 3.0L Engines
134
V8 Engines - Seawater Cooled
135
V6 and V8 Engines - Closed Cooled
136
Predelivery Inspection
137
Mercury 3.0L Carbureted Alpha Manual (116 pages)
GASOLINE ENGINES BRAVO SERIES
Brand:
Mercury
| Category:
Engine
| Size: 2 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
General Information
2
Notice to Boat Manufacturer/Installer
2
Bravo Three Notice: Trim-In Limit Pin
3
Recommendations
4
Multiple Steering Tie Bar Arrangements
5
Quicksilver Products
6
Installation Products
7
Torque Specifications
7
Serial Number Decal Placement
8
Corrosion Protection
8
Antifouling Paint
9
Installation Requirements
10
Boat Construction
10
Exhaust System
14
Fuel Delivery System
20
Battery
22
EFI Electrical System Precautions
24
Instrumentation
24
Power Trim Control
25
Power Trim Pump Location
25
Propeller Selection
26
Hot Water Heater Installation Recommendation
27
Seawater Connections - General Information
29
Throttle/Shift Remote Control and Cables
30
Steering Helm and Cable
30
Transom Cutout
32
Finding Crankshaft Vertical Centerline
33
Finding Crankshaft Horizontal Centerline ("X" Dimension)
34
Cutting Transom
36
Checking Transom Thickness
37
Installing Transom Assembly
37
Installing Gimbal Housing
37
Installing Inner Transom Plate
39
Installing Power Trim Pump
40
Installing Steering System
41
Hydraulic (Helm) Steering
41
Connecting Speedometer Pickup
44
Connecting Drive Unit Gear Lube Monitor Hose
45
Engine Installation
46
Driveshaft Extension Models
46
Engine Preparation
46
Transom Preparation
47
Installing Engine/Alignment
49
Coolant Recovery System (if Equipped)
53
Engine Connections
54
Quick Drain Oil Installation
62
Shift/Throttle Cables Installation and Adjustments
63
Installing Sterndrive Unit Shift Cable
63
Troubleshooting Shift Problems
67
Throttle Cable Installation and Adjustment
69
Sterndrive Unit Installation
76
Predelivery Preparation
84
Battery Connection
84
Power Trim Pump
84
Trim Position Sender Adjustment
85
Power Steering Fluid
87
Propeller Installation (Bravo One and Two)
87
Propeller Installation (Bravo Three)
89
Test Running Engine
90
Boat-Ln-The-Water Tests
92
Cold Weather or Extended Storage Draining Instructions
94
Quicksilver Instrumentation Wiring Diagrams
100
Power Trim System Wiring Diagram
102
Mercathode System Wiring Diagram
103
MCM Gasoline Engine Wiring Diagrams
104
Water Flow Diagrams
112
Predelivery Inspection
116
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