Product Manual
Table Of Contents
- 8/9.9 and 9.9 Command Thrust/ProKicker FourStroke
- Welcome
- Read This Manual Thoroughly
- Notice
- Warranty Message
- Copyright and Trademark Information
- Identification Records
- General Information
- Boater's Responsibilities
- Before Operating Your Outboard
- Boat Horsepower Capacity
- High-Speed and High-Performance Boat Operation
- Outboard Remote Control Models
- Remote Steering Notice
- Lanyard Stop Switch
- Protecting People in the Water
- Passenger Safety Message - Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats
- Wave and Wake Jumping
- Impact with Underwater Hazards
- Exhaust Emissions
- Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard
- Safe Boating Recommendations
- Recording Serial Number
- 8/9.9 FourStroke Specifications
- Component Identification - Standard Models
- Component Identification - Command Thrust/ProKicker Models
- Transporting
- Fuel and Oil
- Features and Controls
- Operation
- Prestarting Check List
- Operating in Freezing Temperatures
- Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water
- Operating Outboard as an Auxiliary Engine
- Prestarting Instructions
- Engine Break-in Procedure
- Starting the Engine - Tiller Handle Models
- Starting the Engine - Remote Control Models
- Starting a Hot Engine
- Gear Shifting
- Stopping the Engine
- Emergency Starting
- Maintenance
- Outboard Care
- EPA Emission Regulations
- Inspection and Maintenance Schedule
- Flushing the Cooling System
- Top Cowl Removal And Installation
- Battery Inspection
- Exterior Care
- Fuel System
- Steering Link Rod Fasteners
- Corrosion Control Anode
- Propeller Replacement
- Fuse Replacement - Electric Start Models
- Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement
- Timing Belt Inspection
- Changing Engine Oil
- Lubrication Points
- Gearcase Lubrication
- Checking Power Tilt Fluid
- Submerged Outboard
- Storage
- Troubleshooting
- Owner Service Assistance
- Installation
- Boat Horsepower Capacity
- Start in Gear Protection
- Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard
- Low Permeation Fuel Hose Requirement
- Mercury Marine Validated Engine Mounting Hardware
- Installing Outboard
- Remote Control Installation
- Steering Link Rod Fasteners
- Remote Wire Harness Connection
- Control Cable Installation
- Battery Installation - Electric Start Models
- Battery Connections
- Propeller Installation
- Maintenance Log
- General Information
Features and Controls
Tiller Handle Features
...................................................................................... 30
Remote Control Features................................................................................. 36
Warning System............................................................................................... 37
Power Tilt (if equipped)..................................................................................... 38
Setting The Transom Angle Of Your Outboard ................................................40
Adjusting Transom Angle..................................................................................42
Shallow Water Operation.................................................................................. 42
Tilting Outboard................................................................................................ 43
Trim Tab Adjustment........................................................................................ 44
Operation
Prestarting Check List
.......................................................................................45
Operating in Freezing Temperatures................................................................ 45
Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water......................................................... 45
Operating Outboard as an Auxiliary Engine..................................................... 46
Prestarting Instructions..................................................................................... 46
Engine Break‑in Procedure...............................................................................47
Starting the Engine ‑ Tiller Handle Models....................................................... 47
Starting the Engine ‑ Remote Control Models.................................................. 50
Starting a Hot Engine........................................................................................52
Gear Shifting .................................................................................................... 52
Stopping the Engine ........................................................................................ 53
Emergency Starting.......................................................................................... 54
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