Mercury 92-813054A2, Manual

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Section 3 - On the Water
90-8M0069748
eng
APRIL 2012 Page 29
IMPORTANT: Never operate the starter motor longer than 15 seconds at a time to avoid overheating the starter motor. If the
engine does not start, wait one minute to allow the starter motor to cool; then, repeat the starting procedure.
1. Refer to the appropriate
Starting, Shifting, and Stopping
section and start the engine.
2. Operate the engine at a fast idle until it has reached normal operating temperature.
3. Operate the engine in gear for three minutes at each of the following: 1200 RPM, 2400 RPM, and 3000 RPM.
4. Operate the engine in gear for three minutes at each of the following: 1500 RPM, 2800 RPM, and 3400 RPM.
5. Operate the engine in gear for three minutes at each of the following: 1800 RPM, 3000 RPM, and maximum rated full
throttle RPM.
Engine Break‑In
20-Hour Break-In Period
IMPORTANT: The first 20 hours of operation are considered to be the engine break‑in period. Correct break‑in is essential to
obtain minimum oil consumption and maximum engine performance. During this break‑in period, observe the following rules:
•
Do not operate below 1500 RPM for extended periods of time for the first 10 hours. Shift into gear as soon as possible after
starting, and advance the throttle above 1500 RPM if conditions permit safe operation.
• Do not operate at one constant speed for extended periods.
• Do not exceed 3/4 throttle during the first 10 hours. During the next 10 hours, occasional operation at full throttle is
permissible (five minutes at a time maximum).
• Avoid full‑throttle acceleration from idle speed.
• Do not operate at full throttle until the engine reaches normal operating temperature.
• Check the engine oil level frequently. Add oil as needed. High oil consumption is normal during the break‑in period.
After the 20-Hour Break-In Period
To help extend the life of your power package, Mercury Marine recommends the following:
•
Change the engine oil and filter and the transmission fluid at the interval indicated in the
Maintenance Schedule
. Refer to
Specifications
and
Maintenance
.
• Use a propeller that allows the engine to operate at the rated engine RPM when at full throttle with a fully loaded boat.
Refer to
Specifications
and
Maintenance
.
• Operation at 3/4 throttle setting or lower is recommended. Refrain from prolonged operation at wide‑open throttle RPM.
End of First Season Checkup
At the end of the first season of operation, contact an authorized repair facility to discuss or perform scheduled maintenance
items. If you are in an area where the product is operated continuously, year‑round, you should contact your dealer at the end
of the first 100 hours of operation or once yearly, whichever occurs first.