Mercury Bravo One Series, User Manual

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Important Information
Operation and Maintenance
OWNER/OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES
It is the operator’s responsibility to perform all safety checks, ensure that all lubrication and maintenance instruc-
tions are complied with for safe operation, and return the unit to an Authorized MerCruiser Dealer for a periodic
checkup.
Normal maintenance service and replacement parts are the responsibility of the owner/operator and as such,
are not considered defects in workmanship or material within the terms of the warranty. Individual operating hab-
its and usage contribute to the need for maintenance service.
Proper maintenance and care of your sterndrive package will assure optimum performance and dependability,
and will keep your overall operating expenses at a minimum. See your Authorized MerCruiser Dealer for service
aids.
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DEALER RESPONSIBILITIES
In general, a dealer’s responsibilities to the customer include predelivery inspection and preparation such as:
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Make sure that the boat is properly equipped.
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Prior to delivery, make certain that the MerCruiser sterndrive and other equipment are in proper operating
condition.
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Make all necessary adjustments for maximum efficiency.
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Familiarize the customer with the on-board equipment.
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Explain and demonstrate the operation of the complete power package and boat.
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At the time of delivery, the dealer should provide you with a copy of a Predelivery Inspection Checklist.
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Your selling dealer should fill out the Warranty Registration Card completely and mail it to the factory (branch
or distributor) immediately upon sale of the new product.
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Sterndrive Unit 10-Hour Break-In Period
It is especially important that the following procedure be used on new sterndrive units. This break-in procedure
allows the proper seating of drive unit gears and related components, which greatly reduces the likelihood of
problems.
1. Avoid full throttle starts.
2. DO NOT operate at any one constant speed for extended periods of time.
3. DO NOT exceed 75% of full throttle during the first 5 hours. During the next 5 hours, operate at intermittent
full throttle.
4. Drive unit should be shifted into forward gear a minimum of 10 times during break-in, with run-in time at
moderate rpm after each shift.
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End of First Season Checkup
At the end of the first season of operation, an Authorized MerCruiser Dealer should be contacted to discuss
and/or perform various scheduled maintenance items. If you are in an area where the product is operated
continuously (year-round operation), you should contact your dealer at the end of the first 100 hours of operation,
or once yearly, whichever occurs first.