Mercury 92-813054A2, Manual

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Section 5 - Maintenance
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eng
APRIL 2012
Each day start
• Check the engine oil level. (This interval can be extended based on operator experience with the
product.)
• Check the engine coolant level.
• Check the transmission oil level.
Each day end
• If operating in saltwater, brackish water, or polluted water, flush the seawater section of the
cooling system after each use.
• Drain any water from the primary fuel filter after each use. (Drain any water from both fuel filters
if operating in freezing temperatures.)
Weekly
• Drain any water from the fuel filters.
• Check the seawater inlets for debris or marine growth.
• Check and clean the seawater strainer.
Every Two Months
• Check the battery connections and fluid level.
• Treat the engine surfaces with Corrosion Guard if operating in saltwater, brackish water, or
polluted waters.
• Inspect the air filter. (Inspect every two months or every 50 hours, whichever occurs first.)
• Inspect the engine anodes and replace if eroded by 50% or more.
• Ensure that the gauges and all wiring connections are secure.
• Clean the gauges. (If operating in saltwater reduce the interval to every 25 hours or 30 days,
whichever occurs first.)
Scheduled Maintenance
NOTE: Perform only the maintenance tasks that apply to your particular power package.