Mercury 200 Optimax Especificaciones

eng i Thank Youfor your purchase of one of the finest outboards available.You have made a sound investment in boating pleasure.Your outboard has bee

x engMaintenanceOutboard Care... 108EPA Emissions Regulations...

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 88 eng2. Neutral lights ‑ The neutral lights illuminate when the engineis in neutral gear position. The lights will flash when

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 89 7. 1 lever button ‑ Pressing the "1 LEVER" button initiatessingle lever mode. Single lever mode enables the th

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 90 eng10.Detent tension adjustment screw ‑ This screw can beadjusted to increase or decrease the effort to move controlhandle

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 91 HELM TRANSFER! WARNINGAvoid serious injury or death from loss of boat control. Theboat operator should neve

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 92 engSynchronizing Helms Prior to TransferPressing the "TRANSFER" button allows the boat operator 10seconds to matc

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 93 Warning HornFunction Sound DescriptionCoolingsystemproblemContinuous Engine Guardian System is activated.Power limit wil

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 94 engENGINE GUARDIAN SYSTEMThe Engine Guardian System monitors the critical sensors onthe engine for any early indications of

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 95 Power Trim and TiltThe outboard has a trim/tilt control called power trim. Thisenables the operator to easily adjust the

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 96 engThe most significant control hazard is a pull or torque that can befelt on the steering wheel or tiller handle. This ste

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 97 • In rare circumstances, the owner may decide to limit thetrim in. This can be accomplished by purchasing astainless ste

eng xi TroubleshootingStarter Motor Will Not Crank the Engine...139Engine Will Not Start...

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 98 engTILTING TO FULL UP POSITIONTilt At HelmNOTE: The trim/tilt switch will remain active for 15 minutes afterthe ignition ke

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 99 Turn out the manual tilt release valve three turnscounterclockwise. This allows manual tilting of the outboard. Tiltthe

OPERATION 100 engPre‑Starting Check List• Operator knows safe navigation, boating, and operatingprocedures.• An approved personal flotation device o

OPERATIONeng 101 Operating in Saltwater or Polluted WaterWe recommend that you flush the internal water passages ofyour outboard with fresh water af

OPERATION 102 engEngine Break‑In ProcedureIMPORTANT: Failure to follow the engine break‑in procedurescan result in poor performance throughout the l

OPERATIONeng 103 2. For the next three hours of operation, change engine speedevery ten minutes.Starting the EngineBefore starting, read the pre‑sta

OPERATION 104 eng3. Position the fuel line primer bulb so the arrow on the side ofthe bulb is pointing up. Squeeze the fuel line primer bulbseveral

OPERATIONeng 105 b. Turn the ignition key switch to the "ON" position for threeseconds. This operates the electric fuel pump.c. Turn the i

OPERATION 106 engGear ShiftingDTS PANEL MOUNT REMOTE CONTROLIMPORTANT: Never shift outboard into gear unless enginespeed is at idle. Do not shift ou

OPERATIONeng 107 DTS CONSOLE MOUNT REMOTE CONTROLIMPORTANT: Never shift outboard into gear unless enginespeed is at idle. Do not shift outboard into

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MAINTENANCE 108 engOutboard CareTo keep your outboard in the best operating condition, it isimportant that your outboard receive the periodic inspec

MAINTENANCEeng 109 EMISSION CERTIFICATION LABELAn emission certification label, showing emission levels andengine specifications directly related to

MAINTENANCE 110 eng• Inspect the outboard for tightness to the boat transom. If anylooseness of the outboard or mounting fasteners exist,retorque th

MAINTENANCEeng 111 •Lubricate splines on the driveshaft and shift shaft.1.• Check tightness of bolts, nuts, and other fasteners.• Check cowl seals t

MAINTENANCE 112 eng2. Attach a water hose to the fitting. Turn on the water andflush for 3 to 5 minutes.29445Top Cowl Removal and InstallationREMOVA

MAINTENANCEeng 113 4. Wax the surface using a non‑abrasive automotive polish(polish designed for clear coat finishes). Remove the appliedwax by hand

MAINTENANCE 114 engBefore servicing any part of the fuel system, stop the engine anddisconnect the battery. Drain the fuel system completely. Use an

MAINTENANCEeng 115 Installation1. Lubricate the O‑ring seals with oil.a - Filterb - O‑ring seals2. Install the fuel filter and tighten securely.IMPO

MAINTENANCE 116 eng3. Retighten the drain screw and reattach the hose.a - Drain hoseb - Side fittingc - Drain screwIMPORTANT: Visually inspect for

MAINTENANCEeng 117 ! WARNINGImproper fasteners or improper installation procedures canresult in loosening or disengagement of the steer

WARRANTY INFORMATIONeng 1 Warranty RegistrationUNITED STATES AND CANADATo be eligible for warranty coverage, the product must beregistered with Merc

MAINTENANCE 118 engFuse ReplacementIMPORTANT: Always carry spare 2, 5 and 20 amp fuses.The electrical wiring circuits on the outboard are protected

MAINTENANCEeng 119 DTS Wiring System! WARNINGSplicing or probing will damage the wire insulation allowingwater to enter the wiring. Wat

MAINTENANCE 120 engThe gearcase has three anodes. Two anodes are located oneach side of the gearcase, and a third is an anode plate installedunderne

MAINTENANCEeng 121 Battery Information! WARNINGFailure to properly secure the battery leads can result in a lossof power to the Digital Throttle and

MAINTENANCE 122 engPropeller Replacement! WARNINGRotating propellers can cause serious injury or death. Neveroperate the boat out of th

MAINTENANCEeng 123 3. Straighten the bent tabs on the propeller nut retainer.269004. Place a block of wood between gearcase and propeller tohold pro

MAINTENANCE 124 eng7. Flo‑Torq I drive hub propellers ‑ Install forward thrust hub,propeller, continuity washer, rear thrust hub, propeller nutretai

MAINTENANCEeng 125 Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement! WARNINGDamaged spark plug boots may emit sparks which can ignitefuel vapors under

MAINTENANCE 126 eng4. Before installing spark plugs, clean off any dirt on the sparkplug seats. Install plugs finger‑tight, and then tighten 1/4 tur

MAINTENANCEeng 127 2. Remove the hose cable tie and and pull the air filter off thehose.a - Air filterb - Nylon washerc - Rubber washerd - Clampe -

WARRANTY INFORMATION 2 engTransfer of WarrantyUNITED STATES AND CANADAThe limited warranty is transferable to a subsequent purchaser,but only for th

MAINTENANCE 128 enga - Air filterb - Filter housingc - Clampd - Inlet hoseINSTALLATION1. Place the nylon washer and rubber washer onto the air filte

MAINTENANCEeng 129 • Trim rod ball ends ‑ Turn the ball ends to work thelubricant into the ball sockets.284582. Lubricate the following with Quicksi

MAINTENANCE 130 engTubeRef No.Description Where Used Part No.952-4-C withPTFEAlternator belt tensioner pivotshaft, swivel bracket, tiltsupport lever

MAINTENANCEeng 131 • Tilt tube ‑ Lubricate through fitting.27874! WARNINGIncorrect cable lubrication can cause hydraulic lock, leadingto ser

MAINTENANCE 132 engChecking Power Trim Fluid1. Tilt outboard to the full up position and engage the tiltsupport lever.278772. Remove fill cap and ch

MAINTENANCEeng 133 Gearcase LubricationWhen adding or changing gearcase lubricant, visually check forthe presence of water in the lubricant. If wate

MAINTENANCE 134 engCHECKING LUBRICANT LEVEL AND REFILLINGGEARCASE1. Place outboard in a vertical operating position.2. Remove vent plug/sealing wash

STORAGEeng 135 Storage PreparationThe major consideration in preparing your outboard for storage isto protect it from rust, corrosion, and damage ca

STORAGE 136 eng3. Pull the drain hose off the right side fitting. Hold the openend of the hose over a container.4. Loosen drain screw and drain the

STORAGEeng 137 10.Remove the fuel filter. See Maintenance ‑ Fuel System forprocedure.11.Pour this mixture into the fuel filter opening. Reinstall th

WARRANTY INFORMATIONeng 3 To transfer the plan to the subsequent owner, contact MercuryProduct Protection or an authorized dealer to receive a Reque

STORAGE 138 eng• Touch up any paint nicks. See your dealer for touch‑uppaint.• Spray Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants CorrosionGuard on e

TROUBLESHOOTINGeng 139 Starter Motor Will Not Crank the EnginePOSSIBLE CAUSES• Lanyard stop switch not in "RUN" position.• Blown 5 amp fus

TROUBLESHOOTING 140 eng•Spark plugs fouled or defective. Refer to Maintenancesection.Engine Starts But Will Not Shift Into Gear• Shift actuator fail

TROUBLESHOOTINGeng 141 • Low electrolyte level in battery.• Worn out or inefficient battery.• Excessive use of electrical accessories.• Defective re

OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE 142 engLocal Repair ServiceAlways return your outboard to your local authorized dealershould the need for service arise. On

OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCEeng 143 • Your name and address• Daytime telephone number• Model and serial number of your outboard• The name and address of

OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE 144 engAsia, SingaporeTelephone (65) 65466160 Brunswick Asia Pacific GroupT/A Mercury Marine Singapore Pte Ltd29 Loyang Dri

MAINTENANCE LOGeng 145 Maintenance LogRecord all maintenance performed on your outboard here. Besure to save all work orders and receipts.Date Maint

WARRANTY INFORMATION 4 engDURATION OF COVERAGE: This Limited Warranty providescoverage for three (3) years from the date the product is first soldto

WARRANTY INFORMATIONeng 5 WHAT MERCURY WILL DO: Mercury's sole and exclusiveobligation under this warranty is limited to, at our option,repairi

WARRANTY INFORMATION 6 engWHAT IS NOT COVERED: This limited warranty does not coverroutine maintenance items, tune‑ups, adjustments, normal wearand

WARRANTY INFORMATIONeng 7 For additional information regarding events and circumstancescovered by this warranty, and those that are not, see theWarr

ii engWarranty MessageThe product you have purchased comes with a limited warrantyfrom Mercury Marine, the terms of the warranty are set forth inth

WARRANTY INFORMATION 8 engCONDITIONS THAT MUST BE MET IN ORDER TO OBTAINWARRANTY COVERAGE: Warranty coverage is available onlyto retail customers th

WARRANTY INFORMATIONeng 9 HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE: The customermust provide Mercury with a reasonable opportunity to repair,and reasonable a

WARRANTY INFORMATION 10 engCorrosion damage caused by stray electrical currents (onshorepower connections, nearby boats, submerged metal) is notcove

WARRANTY INFORMATIONeng 11 Warranty Coverage and ExclusionsThe purpose of this section is to help eliminate some of the morecommon misunderstandings

WARRANTY INFORMATION 12 eng5. Additional service work requested by customer other thanthat necessary to satisfy the warranty obligation.6. Labor per

WARRANTY INFORMATIONeng 13 16.Our limited warranty does not apply to any damage to ourproducts caused by the installation or use of parts andaccesso

WARRANTY INFORMATION 14 engd. Ignition coil and/or control modulee. Ignition wires4. Lubrication system (4‑Stroke engines excluded)a. Oil pump and i

WARRANTY INFORMATIONeng 15 WHAT IS COVERED: Mercury Marine warrants the componentsof the emissions control systems (see the components listed inthe

WARRANTY INFORMATION 16 engHOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE: The customermust provide Mercury with a reasonable opportunity to repairand reasonable a

WARRANTY INFORMATIONeng 17 Expenses related to haul‑out, launch, towing, storage, telephone,rental, inconvenience, slip fees, insurance coverage, lo

eng iii • Provides timely service for all Mercury Marine customers.• Offers extended service hours and mobile service, whenappropriate.• Uses, displ

WARRANTY INFORMATION 18 engCalifornia Air Resources Board Explanation ofYour California Emission Control WarrantyStatementYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND O

WARRANTY INFORMATIONeng 19 As the outboard engine owner, you should, however, be awarethat Mercury Marine may deny you warranty coverage if youroutb

WARRANTY INFORMATION 20 eng42538Three Stars ‑ Ultra Low EmissionThe Three Star label identifies engines that meetthe Air Resources Board's Pers

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 21 Boater's ResponsibilitiesThe operator (driver) is responsible for the correct and safeoperation of the boat and safet

GENERAL INFORMATION 22 engBoat Horsepower Capacity! WARNINGExceeding the boat's maximum horsepower rating can causeserious injury or dea

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 23 Outboard Remote Control ModelsThe outboard must be equipped with a Mercury remote controldesigned for digital throttle and

GENERAL INFORMATION 24 engIMPORTANT: To ensure proper fit, and performance, MercuryMarine recommends the use of Mercury or Quicksilver brandedpropel

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 25 Pitch ‑ The pitch is the theoretical distance, in inches, that apropeller travels forward during one revolution. Pitch can

GENERAL INFORMATION 26 eng3 BLADE VS. 4 BLADEAvailable in many sizes of both aluminum and stainless, 3 and4‑blade propellers have unique performance

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 27 Lanyard Stop SwitchThe purpose of a lanyard stop switch is to turn off the enginewhen the operator moves far enough away f

iv engDescription of Engines and Essential RequirementsEngine Type Fuel Type Combustion Cycle☒ Outboard engine ☒ Petrol ☒ 2 strokeIdentification of

GENERAL INFORMATION 28 engImportant Safety Information: The purpose of a lanyard stopswitch is to stop the engine when the operator moves far enough

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 29 ! WARNINGAvoid serious injury or death from deceleration forces resultingfrom accidental or unintended stop switch activat

GENERAL INFORMATION 30 engProtecting People in the WaterWHILE YOU ARE CRUISINGIt is very difficult for a person standing or floating in the water to

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 31 Passenger Safety Message ‑ Pontoon Boats andDeck BoatsWhenever the boat is in motion, observe the location of allpassenger

GENERAL INFORMATION 32 engBOATS WITH FRONT MOUNTED, RAISED PEDESTALFISHING SEATSElevated fishing seats are not intended for use when the boat istrav

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 33 ! WARNINGWave or wake jumping can cause serious injury or death fromoccupants being thrown within or out of the boat.

GENERAL INFORMATION 34 eng• The boat could move suddenly in a new direction. Such asharp change in direction can cause occupants to be thrownout of

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 35 Exhaust EmissionsBE ALERT TO CARBON MONOXIDE POISONINGCarbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly gas that is present in theexhaust f

GENERAL INFORMATION 36 engGOOD VENTILATIONVentilate the passenger area, open side curtains or forwardhatches to remove fumes.Example of desired air

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 37 2. Examples of poor ventilation while the boat is moving:a - Operating the boat with the trim angle of the bow too highb -

eng v Name / function:Mark D. Schwabero, President, MercuryOutboardDate and place of issue:July 24, 2008Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, USA

GENERAL INFORMATION 38 engKnow and obey all nautical rules and laws of the waterways.Boat operators should complete a boating safety course.Courses

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 39 Watch fallen skiers. When using your boat for waterskiing orsimilar activities, always keep a fallen or down skier on theo

GENERAL INFORMATION 40 engModels 200 225Kilowatts 147 165Full throttle RPM range 5000–5750Idle speed in forward gear 575 ± 25 RPMNumber of cylinders

GENERAL INFORMATIONeng 41 Component Identificationa - Top cowlb - Bottom cowlc - Water pumpindicator holed - Driveshafthousinge - Anti‑ventilationpl

INSTALLATION 42 engInstalling Outboard! WARNINGFailure to correctly fasten the outboard could result in theoutboard propelling off the

INSTALLATIONeng 43 MAXIMUM OUTBOARD MOUNTING HEIGHTThe mounting height of the outboard must not exceed 635 mm(25 in.) for EL models, 762 mm (30 in.)

INSTALLATION 44 engCheck full‑throttle RPM, using an accurate tachometer, with theengine trimmed out to a balanced‑steering condition (steeringeffor

TRANSPORTINGeng 45 Trailering Boat/OutboardTrailer your boat with the outboard tilted down in a verticaloperating position.If additional ground clea

FUEL AND OIL 46 engFuel RecommendationsIMPORTANT: Use of improper gasoline can damage yourengine. Engine damage resulting from the use of improperga

FUEL AND OILeng 47 The fuel system components on your Mercury Marine engine willwithstand up to 10% alcohol content in the gasoline. We do notknow w

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FUEL AND OIL 48 engFuel AdditivesTo minimize carbon deposit buildup in the engine, it isrecommended to add Mercury or Quicksilver Quickleen EngineTr

FUEL AND OILeng 49 • An air inlet that opens to allow air to enter as the fuel isdrawn out of the tank.• An air outlet that opens (vents) to the atm

FUEL AND OIL 50 eng• When installing the fuel tank cap, turn the cap to the rightuntil you hear a click. This signals that the fuel cap is fullyseat

FUEL AND OILeng 51 4.Follow Filling Fuel Tank instructions for refueling.Filling Fuel Tank! WARNINGAvoid serious injury or death from a gasoline fir

FUEL AND OIL 52 engIMPORTANT: Always make sure the oil tank caps are threadedon tight. An air leak will prevent oil flow to the engine.2723Filling

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 53 Panel Mount Control Features and Operation1. Operation of shift and throttle is controlled by the movementof the control

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 54 eng3. Trim switch (if equipped) ‑ Pressing the trim switch allowsthe engine to trim up or down.51524. Throttle only button

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 55 5. Stop/start button ‑ Allows the boat operator to start or stopthe engine without using the ignition key. The ignition

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 56 eng8. Detent tension adjustment screw ‑ This screw can beadjusted to increase or decrease the effort to move controlhandle

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 57 2. Trim switch (if equipped) ‑ Pressing the trim switch allowsthe engine to trim up or down.51853. Control handle tensio

eng vii WARRANTY INFORMATIONWarranty Registration... 1Transfer of Warranty...

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 58 eng6. Select button ‑ Selects the System View on‑screen optionsand confirm data entries. Holding the select button for twos

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 59 HELM TRANSFER! WARNINGAvoid serious injury or death from loss of boat control. Theboat operator should neve

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 60 eng3. Press throttle only/station select button two times. The"ACTIVE" light will illuminate to indicate the remo

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 61 Slim Binnacle Control Features and Operation1. Operation of shift and throttle is controlled by the movementof the contr

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 62 eng3. Control handle tension adjustment screw ‑ This screw canbe adjusted to increase or decrease the tension on thecontrol

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 63 8. Throttle only/station select button ‑ Allows the boat operatorto increase engine RPM for warm‑up, without shifting th

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 64 engThe helm transfer function allows the boat operator to selectwhich helm is in control of engine operation. Pressing the

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 65 Dual Handle Console Control Features andOperation1. Operation of shift and throttle is controlled by the movementof the

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 66 eng4. Detent tension adjustment screw ‑ This screw can beadjusted to increase or decrease the effort to move controlhandle

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 67 8. Neutral LEDs ‑ The neutral LEDs illuminate when enginesare in neutral gear position. The lights will flash when inthr

viii engInstallationInstalling Outboard...42Propeller Selection...

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 68 engEngine auto synchronization will automatically engage whenengine speed is over 900 RPM for two seconds and remotecontrol

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 69 NOTE: There is a 10 second time frame to complete a helmtransfer. If the helm transfer is not completed, the action will

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 70 engDual Handle Console Control with CAN TrackpadFeatures and OperationDUAL-HANDLE CONSOLE CONTROL WITH CANTRACKPAD: FEATURE

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 71 4. Troll button ‑ Pressing the "TROLL" button activates trollcontrol. The troll control feature allows the boa

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 72 eng9. Sync button ‑ Pressing the "SYNC" button turns off or on theauto synchronization feature. Refer to Synchron

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 73 11.Detent tension adjustment screw ‑ This screw can beadjusted to increase or decrease the effort to move controlhandle

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 74 engHELM TRANSFER! WARNINGAvoid serious injury or death from loss of boat control. Theboat operator should neve

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 75 Synchronizing Helms Prior to TransferPressing the "TRANSFER" button allows the boat operator 10seconds to matc

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 76 engPort EngineCenterEngineStarboardEngineControl Handle FunctionRunning Off RunningPort engine throttle and shift =controll

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 77 Port OuterEnginePortInnerEngineStarboardInnerEngineStarboardOuterEngineControl HandleFunctionRunning Running Running Run

eng ix Features and ControlsPanel Mount Control Features and Operation... 53Single Handle Console Control Features and Opera

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 78 engPort OuterEnginePortInnerEngineStarboardInnerEngineStarboardOuterEngineControl HandleFunctionRunning Off Off RunningPort

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 79 If a failure should occur while underway which causes thestarboard outer engines into forced neutral/idle condition, the

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 80 eng2. Throttle only/station select button ‑ Allows the boat operatorto increase engine RPM for warm‑up, without shifting th

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 81 7. Sync LED ‑ The "SYNC" LED illuminates when the RPM ofthe engines are being synchronized by the DTS system.a

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 82 engHELM TRANSFER! WARNINGAvoid serious injury or death from loss of boat control. Theboat operator should neve

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 83 3. Press throttle only/station select button two times. The"ACTIVE" light will illuminate to indicate the remo

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 84 engPort EngineCenterEngineStarboardEngineControl Handle FunctionRunning Running RunningPort engine throttle and shift =cont

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 85 If a failure should occur while underway which causes one of theouter engines into forced neutral/idle condition, the ce

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 86 engPort OuterEnginePortInnerEngineStarboardInnerEngineStarboardOuterEngineControl HandleFunctionOff (ignitionkey switchturn

FEATURES AND CONTROLSeng 87 Turning off the port outer engine while underway will cause theport inner engine to go into forced neutral/idle. Operati