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Operation, Maintenance,

and Installation Manual

5 HP FourStroke Propane

8M0153256

219

eng

Summary of Contents for 5 HP FourStroke Propane

Page 1: ...Operation Maintenance and Installation Manual 2019 Mercury Marine 5 HP FourStroke Propane 8M0153256 219 eng...

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Page 3: ...s Manual Thoroughly IMPORTANT If you do not understand any portion of this manual contact your dealer Your dealer can also provide a demonstration of actual starting and operating procedures Notice Th...

Page 4: ...model and serial numbers Descriptions and specifications contained herein were in effect at the time this was approved for printing Mercury Marine whose policies are based on continuous improvement re...

Page 5: ...ucts are tested in a controlled and monitored environment for up to 10 hours of engine run time in order to verify and make a record of compliance with applicable standards and regulations All Mercury...

Page 6: ...e Serial Number Gear Ratio Propeller Number Pitch Diameter Watercraft Identification Number WIN or Hull Identification Number HIN Purchase Date Boat Manufacturer Boat Model Length Exhaust Gas Emission...

Page 7: ...ion Outboard Installation 10 Transporting Aquatic Invasive Species AIS 11 Carrying Storing and Transporting Your Outboard When Removed from Boat 12 Trailering Your Boat 13 Fuel and Oil Fuel Recommenda...

Page 8: ...he Cooling System 33 Top Cowl Removal and Installation 34 Corrosion Control Anode 35 Exterior Care 35 Fuel System 35 Propeller Replacement 36 Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement 38 Lubrication Point...

Page 9: ...Maintenance Log Maintenance Log 51 eng vii...

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Page 11: ...ntrol 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 c...

Page 12: ...ion forces resulting from accidental or unintended stop switch activation The boat operator should never leave the operator s station without first disconnecting the stop switch lanyard from the opera...

Page 13: ...ould be thrown forward due to unexpected loss of forward motion a particular concern for passengers in the front of the boat who could be ejected over the bow and possibly struck by the gearcase or pr...

Page 14: ...st Emissions BE ALERT TO CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING Carbon monoxide CO is a deadly gas that is present in the exhaust fumes of all internal combustion engines including the engines that propel boats an...

Page 15: ...n side curtains or forward hatches to remove fumes Example of desired air flow through the boat POOR VENTILATION Under certain running and or wind conditions permanently enclosed or canvas enclosed ca...

Page 16: ...r selected accessories Safe Boating Recommendations To safely enjoy the waterways familiarize yourself with local and all other governmental boating regulations and restrictions and consider the follo...

Page 17: ...lotation devices Federal law requires that there be a U S Coast Guard approved life jacket personal flotation device correctly sized and readily accessible for every person onboard plus a throwable cu...

Page 18: ...block the operator s view when the boat is above idle or planing transition speed Watch out for others the water and your wake Never drive your boat directly behind a water skier Your boat traveling...

Page 19: ...n displacement 123 cc 7 51 cid Cylinder bore 59 mm 2 32 in Piston stroke 45 mm 1 77 in Valve clearance cold Intake valve 0 06 0 14 mm 0 002 0 005 in Exhaust valve 0 11 0 19 mm 0 004 0 007 in Engine oi...

Page 20: ...our boat The anti ventilation plate should be 25 50 mm 1 2 in below the bottom of the boat a Anti ventilation plate INSTALLING THE OUTBOARD ON THE TRANSOM 1 Place the outboard on the centerline of the...

Page 21: ...ting of boating access to many waterways throughout North America the closure of public boat ramps and the reduction of availability for fishing and boating across the United States Many federal state...

Page 22: ...ard in an upright position when carrying 3 Carry transport or store the outboard only in the upright position or tiller handle down position These positions will prevent oil from draining out of the c...

Page 23: ...p down causing damage to the outboard Your boat should be trailered with the outboard tilted down normal operating position If additional ground clearance is required remove the outboard from the boat...

Page 24: ...or and can kill you Operating your outboard engine in an enclosed area can be dangerous Use only in well ventilated areas If you experience headache drowsiness or nausea shut off the engine and seek f...

Page 25: ...nlight Never store at temperatures above 49 C 120 F IMPORTANT Before Use 1 Check the cylinder and appliance seals Never use a cylinder that has damaged or missing seals or if dirt or rust particles ar...

Page 26: ...es are not recommended Recommended SAE viscosity for engine oil a Mercury or Quicksilver SAE 25W 40 Synthetic Blend Marine 4 Stroke Engine Oil may be used at temperatures above 4 C 40 F b Mercury or Q...

Page 27: ...e crankcase eventually ends up in the oil sump adding to the total volume of oil that appears on the dipstick reading This increase in oil volume is known as oil dilution Outboard engines can typicall...

Page 28: ...stop the engine The engine will not start unless the lanyard is engaged with the stop switch a Choke knob b Oil pressure indicator light c Lanyard stop switch d Lanyard Throttle grip friction knob Tu...

Page 29: ...b Increase friction clockwise c Steering friction knob Shift handle Controls the gear shift R N F 68555 Tilting Outboard TILTING TO FULL UP POSITION 1 Stop the engine Shift the outboard into forward...

Page 30: ...u to tilt the outboard to a higher position to prevent hitting bottom ENGAGING SHALLOW WATER DRIVE 1 Reduce the engine speed to idle in forward gear Take hold of the top cowl grip and raise outboard t...

Page 31: ...pin should be adjusted so the outboard is positioned to run perpendicular to the water when the boat is running at full speed This allows the boat to be driven parallel to the water Arrange passenger...

Page 32: ...our engine speed should never reach the maximum limit to activate the system unless the propeller is ventilating an incorrect propeller is being used or the propeller is faulty FEATURES AND CONTROLS 2...

Page 33: ...Wash the outboard exterior and flush out the exhaust outlet of the propeller and gearcase with fresh water after each use Each month spray Mercury Precision or Quicksilver Corrosion Guard on external...

Page 34: ...water intake is submerged 27029 2 Check the engine oil level 27030 3 Shift the outboard to the neutral N position R N F 68555 NOTE The engine will not start unless the lanyard is engaged with the sto...

Page 35: ...e only a non leaching fuel hose A non leaching fuel hose is imprinted with the designation RPF whereas a standard hose is designated RHA a RHA b Standard hose c RPF d Non leaching hose 5 Connect the f...

Page 36: ...n 68626 8 If the engine is cold completely pull out the choke Push the choke in halfway as the engine is warming up Push in completely after the engine is warmed up a Choke NOTE Starting a flooded eng...

Page 37: ...stop the engine and check the cooling water intake for obstructions No obstructions may indicate a water pump failure or blockage in the cooling system These conditions will cause the engine to overh...

Page 38: ...s shift the outboard into gear with a quick motion R N F 68555 Stopping the Engine Reduce the engine speed and push in the stop switch or pull the lanyard a Stop switch b Lanyard a 68624 b OPERATION 2...

Page 39: ...mergency starter rope Set the engine speed at idle and the gear shift in neutral to prevent the outboard from starting in gear 1 Shift the outboard to the neutral N position R N F 68555 2 Disconnect t...

Page 40: ...ng or running the engine Do not attempt to reinstall the rewind starter assembly or top cowl when engine is running 4 Place the starter rope knot into the starter cup notch and wind the rope clockwise...

Page 41: ...r Quicksilver replacement parts and Genuine Lubricants EPA Emissions Regulations All new outboards manufactured by Mercury Marine are certified to the United States Environmental Protection Agency as...

Page 42: ...ngine in any manner that would alter the horsepower or allow emission levels to exceed their predetermined factory specifications Inspection and Maintenance Schedule BEFORE EACH USE Check the engine o...

Page 43: ...Anode Check the tightness of bolts nuts and other fasteners Check the cowl seals to make sure the seals are intact and not damaged Check the internal cowl sound reduction foam if equipped to make sure...

Page 44: ...ng Turn on the water gently and flush the cooling system for 3 5 minutes 4 Remove the hose coupling and install the plug and gasket a Plug and gasket b Hose coupling Top Cowl Removal and Installation...

Page 45: ...es Fuel System WARNING Liquified petroleum gas LPG aka propane is extremely flammable Ensure that the key switch is off and the lanyard is positioned so that the engine cannot start Do not smoke or al...

Page 46: ...opellers can cause serious injury or death Never operate the boat out of the water with a propeller installed Before installing or removing a propeller place the drive unit in neutral and engage the l...

Page 47: ...so each time the propeller is removed 6 Coat the propeller shaft with Extreme Grease or 2 4 C with PTFE 68645 Tube Ref No Description Where Used Part No Extreme Grease Propeller shaft 8M0071842 95 2 4...

Page 48: ...the spark plug boot Twist the rubber boot slightly and pull off 26899 2 Remove the spark plug to inspect Replace spark plug if electrode is worn or the insulator is rough cracked broken blistered or...

Page 49: ...racket transom clamp screws tiller handle bushing shift handle detent 8M0071842 Copilot lubricate threads Swivel bracket lubricate through fittings a Swivel bracket lubrication fittings b Copilot Tran...

Page 50: ...lubricate internal diameter a Tiller handle rubber bushing Shift detent lubricate detent shaft a Shift detent 2 Lubricate the tilt pivot points with lightweight oil a Tilt pivot points a 68633 a 4564...

Page 51: ...ine drive fluids into the environment is restricted by law Use caution not to spill oil coolant or other fluids into the environment when using or servicing your boat Be aware of the local restriction...

Page 52: ...iving it a milky colored appearance If water is noticed have the gearcase checked by your dealer Water in the lubricant may result in premature bearing failure or in freezing temperatures will turn to...

Page 53: ...outboard in a vertical operating position 2 Remove the vent plug from the vent hole 3 Place the lubricant tube into the fill hole and add lubricant until it appears at the vent hole a Vent plug insta...

Page 54: ...thin a few hours by an authorized dealer once the outboard is recovered from the water This immediate attention by a servicing dealer is necessary once the engine is exposed to the atmosphere to minim...

Page 55: ...nce Schedule Touch up any paint nicks See your dealer for touch up paint Spray Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants Corrosion Guard on external metal surfaces except corrosion control anodes Tu...

Page 56: ...Store the outboard in the full down position 1 Carry transport or store the outboard only in the following two positions These positions will prevent oil from draining out of the crankcase a Upright b...

Page 57: ...s in the recovery of stolen power packages ATTENTION REQUIRED AFTER SUBMERSION 1 Before recovery contact an authorized Mercury dealer 2 After recovery immediate service by an authorized Mercury dealer...

Page 58: ...rial numbers of your power package The name and address of your dealership The nature of the problem CONTACT INFORMATION FOR MERCURY MARINE CUSTOMER SERVICE For assistance call fax or write to the geo...

Page 59: ...power package contact your nearest Mercury Marine dealer or contact Mercury Marine Telephone Fax Mail 920 929 5110 USA only 920 929 4894 USA only Mercury Marine Attn Publications Department P O Box 1...

Page 60: ...Quantity Item Stock Number Price Total Total Due OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE 50 eng...

Page 61: ...Maintenance Log Record all maintenance performed on your outboard here Be sure to save all work orders and receipts Date Maintenance Performed Engine Hours MAINTENANCE LOG eng 51...

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