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Operator's Guide

WARNING

Read this Operator Guide thoroughly. It contains important

safety information. When operating your boat, always

have this Operator Guide onboard.

*215842*

MRL, MJRL

55 HORSEPOWER

Summary of Contents for 55 HORSEPOWER MJRL

Page 1: ...Operator s Guide WARNING Read this Operator Guide thoroughly It contains important safety information When operating your boat always have this Operator Guide onboard 215842 MRL MJRL 55 HORSEPOWER...

Page 2: ...55 HP MFE MRL MJRL...

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Page 4: ...Piston Rings Micro Finished Connecting Rods Crankshaft MFE S A F E Warning System maximum engine operation in critical situations Cleaner and Quieter EPA Emissions Compliance European Union Emissions...

Page 5: ...ector switch 14 Oil Requirements 15 Filling the Oil Tank 15 Priming the Oil System 15 Oiling System Operation 15 Operation 16 Safety Information 16 Engine Starting 16 Engine Stopping 18 Shifting and S...

Page 6: ...ting the Outboard 32 Flushing 32 Short Term STORAGE 32 Long Term Storage Winterization 33 Pre Season Check 34 Spark Plugs 34 Troubleshooting 35 PRODUCT INFORMATION Specifications 38 Installation 39 Tr...

Page 7: ...BOAT For additional information about boating safe ty and regulations call U S Coast Guard Boating Safety Hotline 1 800 368 5647 Outside North America please contact your Dealer or distributor for det...

Page 8: ...s adhere to the fueling procedure contained in this Op erator s Guide and those given to you by the fueling station Always verify fuel lev el before use and during the ride Apply the principle of 1 3...

Page 9: ...oard must be correctly in stalled Failure to correctly install the outboard could result in serious injury death or property damage We strongly recommend that your Dealer install your outboard to ensu...

Page 10: ...ner s Identification United States and Canada At the time of purchase your Dealer will complete your out board registration forms Your portion provides proof of ownership and date of purchase Outside...

Page 11: ...t Relevant Directive s Directive 89 336 EC as amended by 2004 108 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Relevant Harmonized Standard s As referenced by Council and Relevant Directives Product Type Marine O...

Page 12: ...9 USING THE EVINRUDE MFE OUTBOARD USING THE MFE OUTBOARD...

Page 13: ...iption 1 Air Inlet Tilt Handle 6 Stop Button Emergency Stop Switch 2 Engine Cover Latch 7 Tilt Support 3 Water Pump Indicator Flushing Port 8 Clip and Lanyard Assembly 4 Carry Handle 9 Water Intake Sc...

Page 14: ...r Inlet Tilt Handle 6 Stop Button Emergency Stop Switch 2 Engine Cover Latch 7 Tilt Support 3 Water Pump Indicator Flushing Port 8 Clip and Lanyard Assembly 4 Carry Handle 9 Water Intake Screens 5 Ant...

Page 15: ...Description 11 Fuel Filter 16 Air Silencer 12 Spark Plugs 17 Oil Fill Cap 13 Throttle Friction Screw 18 Oil Tank 14 Shift Lever 19 EMM Engine Management Module 15 Starter Handle 20 Fuel Selector Swit...

Page 16: ...ditioner Evinrude Johnson Fuel System Cleaner Use of other fuel additives can result in poor performance or engine damage Evinrude Johnson 2 4 Fuel Conditioner will help prevent gum and varnish deposi...

Page 17: ...to expose the red indicator ring When switching from one fuel to another Connect the fuel supply hose to the desired fuel supply Adjust the selector switch on the port side of the outboard for the new...

Page 18: ...er action is required by the operator IMPORTANT DO NOT add oil in the fuel tank NO OIL Warning System When the level in the oil tank falls below one quarter The EMM interrupts the ignition once per 50...

Page 19: ...with a rotating propeller is likely to result in serious injury or death Assure the engine and prop area is clear of people and objects before starting engine or operating boat Do not allow anyone ne...

Page 20: ...NEUTRAL If the outboard does not start refer to Trou bleshooting on page 35 After Engine Starts Check the water pump indicator A steady stream of water indicates the water pump is working If a steady...

Page 21: ...an be shortened by knotting or looping it DO NOT cut and retie the lanyard 1 Clip 2 Emergency stop clip key switch 3 Lanyard An extra clip is provided on the tiller handle If the operator is thrown fr...

Page 22: ...Twist Grip throttle control on the steering handle to change engine speed 1 Decrease speed 2 Increase speed Throttle Friction Adjust the throttle friction knob to reduce the effort required to hold a...

Page 23: ...RUN position Grasp tilt grip on engine cover and raise out board slightly Tilt support will automatically disengage Slowly lower outboard to its normal operating position TILT SUPPORT BRACKET Engage R...

Page 24: ...mined by water testing the boat Set angle ad justment for best performance with your normal load Place the outboard in full TILT position Refer to Tilt Support Bracket on page 20 Turn the angle adjus...

Page 25: ...l source Reduce your speed and keep a sharp look out IMPORTANT Impact damage is NOT cov ered by the outboard warranty The outboard s shock absorption system does not work while operating in reverse If...

Page 26: ...odically Replace anodes smaller than 2 3 their original size Galvanic corrosion destroys underwater met al parts and can occur in fresh or salt water however salt brackish and polluted waters will acc...

Page 27: ...nsity If the engine drops below the recommended RPM operating range at full throttle select a lower pitch propeller If you return to sea level install the original propeller and verify correct RPM ope...

Page 28: ...ith diagnostic software during test proce dures Fuse Replacement IMPORTANT Use only fuses of the same rat ing The outboard uses a 10 amp fuse Remove engine cover Install spare fuse in place of failed...

Page 29: ...orrosion of internal components such as piston rings cylinder sleeves and bearing DE WATER PROCEDURE De water valves are available to quickly drain water from the engine if the MFE outboard is tempora...

Page 30: ...isture Stop engine and run the Winterizing Proce dure on p 33 POST SUBMERSION SERVICING When an outboard has been submersed it MUST be serviced before storage If the outboard has been in salt water Ru...

Page 31: ...28 Using the MFE Outboard...

Page 32: ...29 MAINTENANCE...

Page 33: ...d to maintain emission levels within prescribed certification standards The owner operator is not to and should not allow anyone to modify the engine in any manner that would alter the horsepower or a...

Page 34: ...rical and ignition wires inspect for wear or chafing 3 Engine to transom mounting hardware re tighten 40 ft lbs Fasteners inspect any loosened components 3 Fuel and oil system components inspect and r...

Page 35: ...to 40 psi 140 to 275 kPa 4 Leave the outboard in vertical position long enough to completely drain the power head IMPORTANT If you cannot store the out board in the recommended vertical position be su...

Page 36: ...er outboard runs for another 15 sec onds advance throttle grip to HALF THROTTLE position Outboard will accel erate to fast idle speed and fog itself 4 Allow outboard to run until it shuts itself OFF a...

Page 37: ...by qualified personnel Incorrect spark plug maintenance can lead to engine damage IMPORTANT Replacement spark plugs MUST be installed following the indexing pro cedure in the service manual Marine Eng...

Page 38: ...t Engine will not idle properly Debris on propeller Spark plugs damaged or incorrect Refer to Spark Plugs on page 34 Fuel system contaminated with water or dirt Engine loses power Spark plugs damaged...

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Page 40: ...37 PRODUCT INFORMATION...

Page 41: ...Gasoline 87 Pump Posted AKI 90 RON Refer to Fuel Requirements on page 13 Oil Lubricant Capacity Evinrude Johnson XD100 oil Refer to Oil Requirements on page 15 2 0 qt 1 9 l Spark Plug Refer to Emissio...

Page 42: ...is not adversely affected by the mounting height of the outboard WARNING The outboard must not exceed the maximum horsepower indicated on the boat s capacity plate Such overpower ing can cause loss o...

Page 43: ...nting holes as a guide to drill four 11 32 in 8 7 mm holes through the transom 1 Drilled transom holes Install the mounting bolts through the stern brackets and transom Install round backing plates an...

Page 44: ...er pin and bend ends to se cure Remove block of wood Make sure engine is in NEUTRAL give propeller a spin It must turn freely Repair If your propeller hits a solid object the impact is partially absor...

Page 45: ...ut and im peller shaft are not aligned continue to tight en the nut until they are in line Do not loosen Insert a new cotter pin through the impeller nut and shaft Bend its ends over the nut to secure...

Page 46: ...tboard shut OFF loosen the trim tab screw If the boat pulled to the right move the rear of the trim tab slightly to the right If the boat pulled to the left move the rear of the trim tab slightly to t...

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Page 48: ...age resulting from sand or debris in the water pump Damage resulting from sand or debris in the jet pump assembly Cosmetic or paint changes due to exposure to the elements This warranty will be voided...

Page 49: ...easonable opportunity to repair the defect The expenses of transporting Prod uct to and from the Authorized Service Point for warranty service are to be borne by the owner If the Product has not previ...

Page 50: ...ign material Damage resulting from sand or debris in the water pump Damage resulting from sand or debris in the jet pump assembly Cosmetic or paint changes due to exposure to the elements This warrant...

Page 51: ...ase to Dealer for warranty repairs Owner is required to sign the repair work order prior to the start of the repair in order to validate the warranty repair All parts replaced under this warranty beco...

Page 52: ...dress Owner of Model No Serial No To be completed by customer or selling Dealer The Dealer named on this document has instructed me on the operation maintenance safety features and warranty policy all...

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