Mercury Racing 500R Bedienungsanleitung

Operation

and

Maintenance

Manual

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Welcome

You have selected one of the finest marine power packages available. It

incorporates numerous design features to ensure operating ease and durability.

With proper care and maintenance, you will enjoy using this product for many

boating seasons. To ensure maximum performance and carefree use, we ask

that you thoroughly read this manual.

The Operation and Maintenance Manual contains specific instructions for using

and maintaining your product. Keep this manual with the product for ready

reference whenever you are on the water.

Thank you for purchasing one of our products. We sincerely hope your boating

will be pleasant.

Mercury Marine, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, U.S.A.

Name / function:

John Buelow, President,

Mercury Marine

Read This Manual Thoroughly

IMPORTANT:If you do not understand any portion of this manual, contact

your dealer. Your dealer can also provide a demonstration of actual operating

procedures.

Notice

Throughout this publication and on your power package, safety alerts labeled

WARNING and CAUTION (accompanied by the symbol

), are used to

alert you to special instructions concerning a particular service or operation that

may be hazardous if performed incorrectly or carelessly. Observe these alerts

carefully.

These safety alerts alone cannot eliminate the hazards that they signal. Strict

compliance to these special instructions when performing the service, plus

common sense operation, are major accident prevention measures.

! WARNING

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or

serious injury.

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! CAUTION

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or

moderate injury.

Additional alerts provide information that requires special attention:

NOTICE

Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in engine or major

component failure.

IMPORTANT:Identifies information essential to the successful completion of

the task.

NOTE:Indicates information that helps in the understanding of a particular step

or action.

IMPORTANT:The operator (driver) is responsible for the correct and safe

operation of the boat, the equipment aboard, and the safety of all occupants

aboard. Mercury Marine strongly recommends that the operator read this

Operation and Maintenance Manual and thoroughly understand the operational

instructions for the power package and all related accessories before the boat

is used.

California Proposition 65

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals

including gasoline engine exhaust, which is known to the

State of California to cause cancer and birth defects

or other reproductive harm. For more information go to

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Descriptions and specifications contained herein were in effect at the time

this was approved for printing. Mercury Marine, whose policies are based on

continuous improvement, reserves the right to discontinue models at any time

or to change specifications or designs without notice and without incurring

obligation.

Warranty Message

The product you have purchased comes with a Mercury Marine Limited

Warranty. The terms of the warranty are set forth in the Warranty Manual,

which can be accessed any time on the Mercury Marine website, at http://

www.mercurymarine.com/warranty‑manual. The Warranty Manual contains a

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

how to best obtain warranty coverage, important disclaimers, limitations,

and waivers, and other related information. Please review this important

information.

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Mercury Marine products are designed and manufactured to comply with our

own high quality standards, applicable industry standards and regulations, and

certain emissions regulations. At Mercury Marine every engine is operated

and tested before it is boxed for shipment to make sure that the product is

ready for use. In addition, certain Mercury Marine products are tested in a

controlled and monitored environment, for up to 10 hours of engine run time, in

order to verify and make a record of compliance with applicable standards and

regulations. All Mercury Marine product, sold as new, receives the applicable

limited warranty coverage, whether the engine participated in one of the test

programs described above or not.

part without permission is prohibited.

Alpha, Avator, Axius, Bravo One, Bravo Two, Bravo Three, Bravo Four S™,

Circle M with Waves Logo, GO BOLDLY, K‑planes, Mariner, MerCathode,

MerCruiser, Mercury, Mercury with Waves Logo, Mercury Marine, Mercury

Precision Parts, Mercury Propellers, Mercury Racing, MotorGuide, OptiMax,

Pro XS, Quicksilver, SeaCore, Skyhook, SmartCraft, Sport‑Jet, Verado,

VesselView, Zero Effort, Zeus, #1 On the Water and We're Driven to Win are

registered trademarks of Brunswick Corporation. Mercury Product Protection is

a registered service mark of Brunswick Corporation. All other marks are the

property of their respective owners.

Identification Records

The serial numbers are the manufacturer’s keys to numerous engineering

details that apply to your Mercury Marine power package. When contacting

Mercury Marine about service, always specify model and serial numbers.

Please record the following applicable information:

Outboard

Engine Model and Horsepower

Engine Serial Number

Gear Ratio

Propeller Number Pitch Diameter

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Watercraft Identification Number (WIN) or Hull

Identification Number (HIN) Purchase Date

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Boat Manufacturer Boat Model Length

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Exhaust Gas Emissions Certification Number (Europe Only)

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General Information

Boater's Responsibilities..................................................................................... 1

Before Operating Your Outboard........................................................................ 1

Boat Horsepower Capacity................................................................................. 1

High‑Speed and High‑Performance Boat Operation.......................................... 2

Propeller Selection..............................................................................................2

Outboard Remote Control Models ..................................................................... 4

Lanyard Stop Switch........................................................................................... 4

Protecting People in the Water........................................................................... 7

Passenger Safety Message ‑ Pontoon Boats and Deck Boats...........................7

Wave and Wake Jumping................................................................................... 9

Impact with Underwater Hazards........................................................................9

Exhaust Emissions........................................................................................... 11

Selecting Accessories for Your Outboard......................................................... 13

Safe Boating Recommendations...................................................................... 13

Rear‑Mounted Steering Tie Bar Requirements for Multiple Engine Applications

Capable of 161 km/h(100 mph) Top Speeds or Higher.................................... 16

Recording the Serial Number........................................................................... 16

Specifications—500R....................................................................................... 16

Component Identification.................................................................................. 22

Gearcase Identification..................................................................................... 23

Transporting

Trailering Boat/Outboard ................................................................................. 25

Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS).........................................................................26

Fuel and Oil

Fuel Requirements........................................................................................... 29

Fuel Additives................................................................................................... 30

Low Permeation Fuel Hose Requirement ........................................................ 30

Fuel Demand Valve.......................................................................................... 30

Engine Oil Recommendations—500R.............................................................. 31

Checking and Adding Engine Oil...................................................................... 31

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Features and Controls

Electronic Remote Control (ERC)..................................................................... 35

Hot Foot............................................................................................................ 45

Active Trim........................................................................................................ 47

Adaptive Speed Control.................................................................................... 54

Advanced Sound Control.................................................................................. 54

Engine Synchronization (Multiple Engines)...................................................... 54

Helm Transfer................................................................................................... 54

Quick Steer....................................................................................................... 57

Throttle and Shift Operation with Three or Four Engines................................. 57

Single‑Lever Mode (Multiple Engines).............................................................. 60

Start/Stop All Engines....................................................................................... 61

Throttle‑Only Mode........................................................................................... 62

Warning System............................................................................................... 62

Power Trim and Tilt...........................................................................................65

Operation

Important Daily Inspection Before Each Use ................................................... 71

Prestarting Check List.......................................................................................71

Operating in Freezing Temperatures................................................................ 72

Operating in Saltwater or Polluted Water......................................................... 72

Operating at High Elevations............................................................................ 72

Effects of Elevation and Weather on Performance........................................... 73

Setting Trim Angle while Running Engine at Idle Speed.................................. 74

Engine Break‑in Procedure...............................................................................74

Fuel Supply Module Priming Procedure........................................................... 75

Starting the Engine........................................................................................... 76

Gear Shifting..................................................................................................... 79

Stopping the Engine......................................................................................... 81

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Maintenance

Cleaning Care Recommendations.................................................................... 83

EPA Emissions Regulations............................................................................. 85

Inspection and Maintenance Schedule............................................................. 86

500R Maintenance Schedule Decal................................................................. 89

Flushing the Cooling System............................................................................ 89

Top Cowl Removal and Installation.................................................................. 91

Battery Inspection ............................................................................................ 94

Battery Connections and Cables...................................................................... 94

Fuel System...................................................................................................... 96

Corrosion Control Anodes.............................................................................. 100

Propeller Replacement—38.1 mm (1.5 in.) Diameter Propeller Shaft............ 101

Spark Plug Inspection and Replacement........................................................104

Fuses.............................................................................................................. 107

Accessory Drive Belts .................................................................................... 110

Trim Thrust Guide Wear Pad.......................................................................... 110

Cooling System Strainers............................................................................... 112

Checking Power Trim Fluid.............................................................................115

Checking Power Steering Fluid...................................................................... 116

Changing Engine Oil and Filter....................................................................... 118

Checking and Adding Engine Oil.................................................................... 123

Adaptive Speed Control Propping with CDS G3.............................................125

Adaptive Speed Control Propping without CDS G3........................................127

Gearcase Lubricant........................................................................................ 128

Storage

Storage Preparation........................................................................................131

Protecting External Outboard Components.................................................... 131

Protecting Internal Engine Components......................................................... 131

Gearcase........................................................................................................ 132

Positioning Outboard for Storage................................................................... 132

Battery Storage............................................................................................... 132

Troubleshooting

Starter Motor Will Not Crank the Engine......................................................... 133

Engine Will Not Start.......................................................................................133

Engine Starts But Will Not Shift Into Gear...................................................... 133

Engine Runs Erratically.................................................................................. 133

Performance Loss...........................................................................................134

Battery Will Not Hold Charge.......................................................................... 134

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Owner Service Assistance

Service Assistance......................................................................................... 135

Ordering Literature..........................................................................................137

Maintenance Log

Maintenance Log............................................................................................ 139

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