
Jet Installation
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Allow for a minimum of 95.3 mm (3.75 in.) of travel
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Cable end at pump must allow for a 5/16 in. threaded adapter shouldered through bolt and locknut to connect the cable to
the steering arm
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A means of attaching and locking the cable to the steering cable bracket (provided)
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Protected against water intrusion and/or corrosion as the cable end (at the pump) is submersed in water with the boat at rest
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The steering cable should be able to withstand the steering loads imparted on it by the rudder
METHOD FOR CONTROLLING LOCATION AND SIZE
Mercury Marine recommends that the tunnel opening be done as a part of the manufacture of the tunnel. This will ensure
consistency of location as well as size.
Installing the Jet Pump
!
CAUTION
The location, dimensions, and thickness of the hull cut‑out opening is critical for preventing water and exhaust intrusion,
excessive engine or pump vibration, and power package assembly movement. Ensure the location, dimensions, and thickness
of the hull cut‑out opening are witin the recommended specifications prior to installing the jet pump assembly.
1. Ensure the location, dimensions, and thickness of the hull opening are within the recommended specifications.
a -
Forward
b -
Aft
c -
Transom range
d -
Hull opening thickness
2. Install the tunnel grommet in the cutout of the boat by gluing the front portion of the grommet to the tunnel with Loctite 454 or
equivalent.
3.83 ± 0.06 in.
16.23
7.04 ± 0.03 in.
4.07 ± 0.06 in.
± 0.03 in.
0.75 ± 0.06 in. (4)
44388
a
b
c
0.375
-0.03 in.
+0.05 in.
d
Summary of Contents for 200 OptiMax Jet Drive
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Page 84: ...Ignition Notes 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 Page 2A 3 ...
Page 89: ...Ignition Page 2A 8 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 Electrical Plate Engine Harness 44731 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...
Page 147: ...Charging and Starting System Notes Page 2B 36 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 ...
Page 153: ...Timing Synchronizing and Adjusting Notes Page 2C 6 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 ...
Page 156: ...Fuel Pump Notes 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 Page 3A 3 ...
Page 245: ...Direct Fuel Injection Notes Page 3B 82 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 ...
Page 248: ...Oil Injection Notes 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 Page 3C 3 ...
Page 261: ...Oil Injection Notes Page 3C 16 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 ...
Page 277: ...Powerhead Page 4A 12 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 Cylinder Head 14 44903 1 2 3 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 ...
Page 326: ...Powerhead 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 Page 4A 61 Starboard Side Oil Hose Routing 45579 ...
Page 327: ...Powerhead Page 4A 62 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 Port Side Oil Hose Routing 45580 ...
Page 339: ...Powerhead Notes Page 4A 74 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 ...
Page 346: ...Cooling Notes 90 8M0050731 MAY 2011 Page 4B 7 ...
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