MerCruiser Axius SeaCore 350 MAG, User Manual

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Section 3 - On the Water
90-899883169 DECEMBER 2007 Page 49
Drain Plug and Bilge Pump
The engine compartment in your boat is a natural place for water to collect. For this reason,
boats are normally equipped with a drain plug and/or a bilge pump. It is very important to
check these items on a regular basis to ensure that the water level does not come into
contact with your power package. Components on your engine will be damaged if
submerged. Damage caused by submersion is not covered by the Mercury MerCruiser
Limited Warranty.
Basic Boat Operation (DTS Models)
Launching and Boat Operation
IMPORTANT: Install bilge drain plug prior to launching boat.
OPERATION CHART
Operation Chart
BEFORE STARTING AFTER STARTING
WHILE
UNDERWAY
AFTER STOPPING
Install bilge drain plug.
Observe all gauges to
check condition of
engine. If not normal,
stop engine.
Observe all gauges
to check condition of
engine. If not
normal, stop engine.
Turn ignition key to the
"OFF" position.
Open engine hatch.
Check for fuel, oil,
water, fluid and
exhaust leaks.
Listen for the audio
alarm.
Turn battery switch to the
"OFF" position.
Turn battery switch on.
Check shift and
throttle control
operation.
Close fuel shut off valve.
Operate bilge blowers.
Check steering
operation.
Close seacock, if
equipped.
Open fuel shut off valve.
Flush cooling system if in
saltwater.
Open seacock, if equipped. Drain bilge.
Close the drain system.
Place sterndrive unit in full down/in
position.
Check the engine oil.
Perform all other checks specified
by your dealer and/or boat builder.
Listen for Audio Warning Alarm to
sound when the ignition switch is in
the "ON" position.
Starting and Stopping the Engine
NOTE: Perform only those functions applicable to your power package.
STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Check all items listed in the Operation Chart.
2. Place the remote control handle in neutral.