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All of us at Mercury Marine want to thank you for choosing a

Mercury Marine inflatable boat. You have made a sound

investment in boating pleasure. We firmly believe it will bring

you many years of boating fun and excitement.
This owner's manual contains safety and operating

information you need to get the most out of your inflatable

boat. It also contains information on how to provide care and

maintenance to help protect your investment. Store this

manual for future reference.
The operator, passengers, and craft are governed by local,

national, and when applicable, international rules and

regulations of the waterways. If you are not familiar with

these rules and regulations, your state or provincial boating

law enforcement agency can assist you. Safety courses are

available from national and local organizations and are

highly recommended for anyone who is not familiar with the

rules and regulations on operating a boat.
Please read and understand this manual carefully before

operating your inflatable boat.

Warranty Message

The product you have purchased comes with a 

limited

warranty

 from Mercury Marine. The terms of the warranty

are set forth in the 

Warranty Information

 section of this

manual. The warranty statement contains a description of

what is covered, what is not covered, the duration of

coverage, how to best obtain warranty coverage, important

disclaimers and limitations of damages, and other related

information. Please review this important information.
The description and specifications contained herein were in

effect at the time this manual was approved for printing.

Mercury Marine, whose policy is one of continued

improvement, reserves the right to discontinue models at

any time, and to change specifications, designs, methods, or

procedures without notice and without incurring obligation.

© 2013 Mercury Marine

Ocean Runner 290/300, 340/350, 420/430 Inflatable Boat

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Summary of Contents for Ocean Runner 290

Page 1: ...anyone who is not familiar with the rules and regulations on operating a boat Please read and understand this manual carefully before operating your inflatable boat Warranty Message The product you have purchased comes with a limited warranty from Mercury Marine The terms of the warranty are set forth in the Warranty Information section of this manual The warranty statement contains a description ...

Page 2: ...e HIN Engine Serial Number Engine Model Number Mercury Marine Fond du Lac Wisconsin U S A 2013 Mercury Marine Alpha Axius Bravo One Bravo Two Bravo Three Circle M with Waves Logo K planes Mariner MerCathode MerCruiser Mercury Mercury with Waves Logo Mercury Marine Mercury Precision Parts Mercury Propellers Mercury Racing MotorGuide OptiMax Quicksilver SeaCore Skyhook SmartCraft Sport Jet Verado Ve...

Page 3: ...INFORMATION Boater s Responsibilities 6 Before Operating Your Boat 6 Lanyard Stop Switch 7 Protecting People in the Water 10 Wave and Wake Jumping 11 Impact with Underwater Hazards 12 Exhaust Emissions 13 Safe Boating Recommendations 15 Ocean Runner Specifications 19 Manufacturer s Plate 20 BOAT COMPONENTS Ocean Runner Component Location 22 TRANSPORTING Trailering the Boat 25 ...

Page 4: ...Towing 33 Air Chamber Deflates Accidently 34 Beaching 34 MAINTENANCE Cleaning Procedure 35 Deflating 35 REPAIRS General Repair Information 37 Air Chamber Repair CSM Fabric 37 Air Chamber Repair PVC Fabric 39 STORAGE Storage Preparation 41 OWNERS SERVICE ASSISTANCE Service Assistance 42 Parts and Accessories Inquiries 42 Service Away from Home 42 ...

Page 5: ...du Lac WI 54936 1939 920 929 5054 Fax 920 907 6663 Upon processing the transfer of warranty Mercury Marine will mail registration verification to the new owner of the product There is no charge for this service For products purchased outside the United States and Canada contact the distributor in your country or the Marine Power Service Center closest to you Warranty Registration United States and...

Page 6: ...t it to Mercury Marine via MercNET E mail or mail Upon receipt of this warranty registration Mercury Marine will record the registration 3 Upon processing the warranty registration Mercury Marine will send registration verification by mail to the purchaser of the product If this registration verification is not received within 30 days please contact your selling dealer immediately Warranty coverag...

Page 7: ... the performance of service under this warranty does not extend the life of this warranty beyond its original expiration date Unexpired warranty coverage can be transferred to a subsequent purchaser upon proper registration of the product CONDITIONS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE Warranty coverage is available only to retail customers that purchase from a dealer authorized b...

Page 8: ...nd reasonable access to the product for warranty service Warranty claims shall be made by delivering the product for inspection to a Mercury Marine dealer authorized to service the product If the purchaser cannot deliver the product to such a dealer written notice must be given to Mercury Marine s service department We will then arrange for the inspection and any covered repair The purchaser shall...

Page 9: ...dental or consequential damages are not covered by this warranty No individual or entity including Mercury Marine authorized dealers has been given the authority by Mercury Marine to make any affirmation representation or warranty regarding the product other than those contained in this limited warranty and if made shall not be enforceable against Mercury Marine DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS THE IMP...

Page 10: ...arn how to operate your boat properly If you have any questions contact your dealer Safety and operating information that is practiced along with using good common sense can help prevent personal injury and product damage This manual uses the following safety alerts to draw your attention to special safety instructions that should be followed DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avo...

Page 11: ... 122 152 cm 4 5 feet long when stretched out with an element on one end made to be inserted into the switch and a snap on the other end for attaching to the operator The lanyard is coiled to make its at rest condition as short as possible to minimize the likelihood of lanyard entanglement with nearby objects Its stretched out length is made to minimize the likelihood of accidental activation shoul...

Page 12: ...g at planing speeds in shallow or obstacle infested waters releasing your grip on a steering wheel or tiller handle that is pulling in one direction drinking alcohol consuming drugs or performing daring high speed boat maneuvers While activation of the lanyard stop switch will stop the engine immediately a boat will continue to coast for some distance depending upon the velocity and degree of any ...

Page 13: ...engers in the front of the boat who could be ejected over the bow and possibly struck by the gearcase or propeller Loss of power and directional control in heavy seas strong current or high winds Loss of control when docking KEEP THE LANYARD STOP SWITCH AND LANYARD CORD IN GOOD OPERATING CONDITION Before each use check to ensure that the lanyard stop switch works properly Start the engine and stop...

Page 14: ...boat is moving coasting and the outboard gear shift is in neutral position there is sufficient force by the water on the propeller to cause the propeller to rotate This neutral propeller rotation can cause serious injury WHILE THE BOAT IS STATIONARY WARNING A spinning propeller a moving boat or any solid device attached to the boat can cause serious injury or death to swimmers Stop the engine imme...

Page 15: ...new direction Such a sharp change in direction can cause occupants to be thrown out of their seats or out of the boat WARNING Wave or wake jumping can cause serious injury or death from occupants being thrown within or out of the boat Avoid wave or wake jumping whenever possible There is another less common hazardous result from allowing your boat to launch off of a wave or wake If the bow of your...

Page 16: ...l of the outboard could break loose and fly into the boat The boat could move suddenly in a new direction causing the occupants to be thrown out of their seats or out of the boat A rapid reduction in speed causing the occupants to be thrown forward or out of the boat Impact damage to the outboard and boat Keep in mind that the most important thing you can do to help reduce injury or impact damage ...

Page 17: ...RBON 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 and the generators that power boat accessories By itself CO is odorless colorless and tasteless but if you can smell or taste engine exhaust you are inhaling CO Early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning which are similar to the...

Page 18: ...gging teak body surfing This dangerous practice not only places a person in an area of high engine exhaust concentration but also subjects them to the possibility of injury from the boat propeller GOOD VENTILATION Ventilate the passenger area open side curtains or forward hatches to remove fumes Example of desired air flow through the boat 21622 POOR VENTILATION Under certain running and or wind c...

Page 19: ... in a confined space b Mooring close to another boat that has its engine operating 2 Examples of poor ventilation while the boat is moving a Operating the boat with the trim angle of the bow too high b Operating the boat with no forward hatches open station wagon effect Safe Boating Recommendations To safely enjoy the waterways familiarize yourself with local and all other governmental boating reg...

Page 20: ...ions of the types of safety equipment to carry when boating Approved fire extinguishers Signal devices flashlight rockets or flares flag and whistle or horn Tools necessary for minor repairs Anchor and extra anchor line Manual bilge pump and extra drain plugs Drinking water Radio Paddle or oar Spare propeller thrust hubs and an appropriate wrench First aid kit and instructions Waterproof storage c...

Page 21: ...ght capacities refer to your boat s capacity plate Know your boat s operating and loading limitations Know if your boat will float if it is full of water When in doubt contact your authorized Mercury Marine dealer or the boat manufacturer Ensure that everyone in the boat is properly seated Do not allow anyone to sit or ride on any part of the boat that was not intended for such use This includes t...

Page 22: ... skiers When using your boat for waterskiing or similar activities always keep a fallen or down skier on the operator s side of the boat while returning to attend to the skier The operator should always have the down skier in sight and never back up to the skier or anyone in the water Report accidents Boat operators are required by law to file a boating accident report with their state boating law...

Page 23: ...ximum personnel 4 5 8 Air chambers 3 3 3 Outer length 290 cm 9 ft 6 in 340 cm 11 ft 2 in 420 cm 13 ft 9 in Inner hull length 194 cm 6 ft 4 in 234 cm 7 ft 8 in 310 cm 10 ft 2 in Outer width 162 cm 5 ft 4 in 176 cm 5 ft 9 in 192 cm 6 ft 4 in Inner width 80 cm 2 ft8 in 94 cm 3 ft 1 in 98 cm 3 ft 3 in Tube diameter 41 cm 16 in 41 cm 16 in 47 cm 19 in Recommended tube air pressure 0 25 bar 3 6 psi 0 25...

Page 24: ...e d Maximum load capacity total weight including people outboard fuel tank and equipment e Air chamber pressure f ISO 6185 part Refer to general information following g Boat design category refer to the following table h Maximum outboard weight Boat design category The following table shows the navigation use that the boat was designed and constructed for 52427 f e d c b a g h 52427 ...

Page 25: ...ers where conditions may experience wind force 6 Beaufort scale and wave heights up to 2 m 6 5 ft D Sheltered waters Designed for voyages on sheltered coastal waters small bays small lakes rivers and canals where conditions may experience wind force 4 Beaufort scale and wave heights up to 0 5 m 1 5 ft ISO 6185 part The ISO 6185 part categories defines the power rating for the boat The following ta...

Page 26: ...Runner Component Location FRONT VIEW a Lifting handle b Mooring ring c Keel d Rub strake AFT VIEW a Hull identification number HIN b Aft mooring ring c Motor plate d Drain e Hull drain 340 350 model 52424 a d b c 52423 a b c d e b ...

Page 27: ...BOAT COMPONENTS eng 23 TRANSOM VIEW a Lifting ring b Carbon monoxide danger decal c Motor plate d Manufacturer s plate e Drain valve 52425 a a b c d e ...

Page 28: ...COMPONENTS 24 eng OVERVIEW a Oar b Seat c Port air chamber valve d Front air chamber valve e Front lift ring 2 f Bow locker 340 350 and 420 430 models g Handles 8 h Lifting handle 2 each side a f e g d b c h ...

Page 29: ...straps Tighten the straps securely to prevent boat movement Protect the air chamber tubes so they will not get chafed or damaged from the tie down straps Trailer your boat with the outboard tilted down in a vertical operating position If additional ground clearance is required the outboard should be tilted up using an accessory outboard support device See your local dealer for recommendations Addi...

Page 30: ...o the inside diaphragms that separate the air chambers a Valve stem b Closed position c Open position d Valve cap HAND PUMP The hand pump can be operated as a single action or double action pump Close the valve on the pump to operate it as a double action pump Open the valve to operate it as a single action pump The hand pump has two modes of operation inflate and deflate 1 Insert and lock the air...

Page 31: ...on valve d Inflate port a Air pump hose b Fill adapter INFLATING THE BOAT 1 Inflate the side air chambers first then inflate the front air chamber Inflate the air chambers as follows a Clear a flat surface so that it s clean and free of sharp objects b Unfold the boat and spread it out flat a b c d INFLATE 52296 52300 a b ...

Page 32: ... chamber in turn inflating each only a quarter of the way 3 Install the removable seat before the boat is fully inflated Hook the flanges that are located on the bottom of the seat into the nylon straps on the side air chambers 4 Repeat step 2 to evenly fill the air chambers until the air chambers are filled to the recommended air pressure of 0 25 bar 3 6 psi Air pressure can be measured using the...

Page 33: ...ature decreases Add air to the air chambers to increase the pressure to the specified pressure Additionally a correctly inflated boat may become over inflated when in direct sunlight or as the temperature increases This will require the air chambers to be deflated until the specified air pressure is reached Lifting the Boat with a Hoist Remove the engine and all equipment from the boat Make sure t...

Page 34: ... the closed position Outboard Power Choose an outboard that is within the horsepower range and maximum weight limit for the boat Refer to the specification table in this manual or the manufacturer s plate on the boat for the maximum outboard horsepower and outboard weight Install the outboard along the centerline of the boat transom Fasten the outboard to the transom following the recommended inst...

Page 35: ...he maximum number of passengers or load capacity Refer to the boat capacity plate Be sure that there is a readily accessible approved personal flotation device of suitable size for each person aboard It is the law Check that there are paddles in the boat in case of engine trouble Be sure that the operator knows safe navigation boating and operating procedures Be sure that there is a ring type life...

Page 36: ...apacity of the boat Position and distribute the load evenly in the boat to help counterbalance the weight of the outboard 14775 PASSENGER SEATING Sitting on the buoyancy tube while the boat is underway puts you at risk of being ejected during sharp turns or when in rough water You may be struck by the engine or propeller if you fall from a moving boat Mercury recommends that the operator and passe...

Page 37: ...300 x x x x 52434 X occupant position Towing If the inflatable boat is to be towed by another boat the inflatable boat must be empty Remove the outboard fuel tank and equipment Attach a line between the towing rings to form a bridle Attach a towing line to this bridle and tow the boat at slow speed 17354 ...

Page 38: ...hould accidently deflate while you are operating the boat shift the weight to the opposite side of the deflated air chamber and slowly head for shore Beaching Do not power the boat onto the beach or drag it across rocks sand or gravel Damage to the fabric and or hull will result ...

Page 39: ...oline spillage must be cleaned immediately to prevent damage to fabric and or Air Deck IMPORTANT Do not use a vinyl preservative on the air chamber fabric Chemicals in the preservatives may dry out the fabric Deflating IMPORTANT When deflating the side air chambers do not deflate one side air chamber at a time When deflating maintain a balanced air pressure between air chambers to prevent stress o...

Page 40: ...this procedure to evenly deflate all of the air chambers 5 Push in the valve stem and turn the stem a quarter turn clockwise to lock the valve in the open position 6 Use the hand pump in the deflate mode to remove the remaining air a Insert and lock the hose into the pump handle port marked DEFLATE a Hose b Deflate port b Insert and lock the air pump fill adapter into the air chamber valve a b DEF...

Page 41: ... and CSM patching material and glue cannot be used on PVC fabrics Air Chamber Repair CSM Fabric WARNING Avoid serious injury or death from a fire explosion or poisoning The glues and solvents used for repairing inflatables are toxic and highly flammable As a safety precaution always work outdoors or in an area that is well ventilated and away from any open flames sparks or appliances equipped with...

Page 42: ... trace the outline of the patch with a pencil Apply masking tape around the perimeter of the outlined patch area to ensure a tight and clean glue line Using 100 grit sandpaper or a pumice stone roughen the patch area on the boat as well as the backside of the patch When sanding you just need to rub off the protective outer surface of the fabric until a dull finish appears Clean the sanded surfaces...

Page 43: ...used for repairing inflatables are toxic and highly flammable As a safety precaution always work outdoors or in an area that is well ventilated and away from any open flames sparks or appliances equipped with pilot lights Breathing the vapors or exposure to the skin may be hazardous to your health Avoid breathing the vapors and contact with skin and eyes by wearing a carbon filter respirator and p...

Page 44: ...ow the directions on the cement tube TWO PART ADHESIVE Mix a batch of adhesive according to the mixing directions provided with the two part adhesive Do not allow the adhesive to contact your skin When the adhesive is fully mixed it must sit for a short time to activate the catalyst Failure to do so will create poor fabric adhesion Apply three thin layers of adhesive with a short bristle brush in ...

Page 45: ...ters do not store the boat in water for extended periods of time Clean the boat fabric and air deck floor following the Cleaning Procedure in the Maintenance section Dry the boat thoroughly after washing The boat can be stored inflated or deflated Store the boat in a cool dry area that is protected from excess exposure from the sun Cover the boat to block direct sunlight exposure when the boat is ...

Page 46: ... and your dealership to resolve all problems The following information will be needed by the service department Your name and address Daytime telephone number Model and serial number of your outboard Model and serial number of your inflatable boat The name and address of your dealership Nature of the problem Parts and Accessories Inquiries All inquiries concerning genuine replacement parts and acc...

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