Mercury 250 Specifications download pdf (Page 53)

OPERATION

Pre‑Starting Check List

• Operator knows safe navigation, boating, and operating

procedures.

• An approved personal flotation device of suitable size for each

person aboard and readily accessible (it is the law).

• A ring type life buoy or buoyant cushion designed to be thrown

to a person in the water.

• Know the boat's maximum load capacity. Look at the boat

capacity plate.

• Fuel supply OK.

• Oil supply (oil injection) OK.

• Arrange passengers and load in the boat so the weight is

distributed evenly and everyone is seated in a proper seat.

• Tell someone where you are going and when you expect to

return.

• It is illegal to operate a boat while under the influence of

alcohol or drugs.

• Know the waters and area you will be boating; tides, currents,

sand bars, rocks, and other hazards.

• Make inspection checks listed in Maintenance ‑ Inspection

and Maintenance Schedule.

Operating in Freezing Temperatures

When using your outboard or having your outboard moored in

freezing or near freezing temperatures, keep the outboard tilted

down at all times so the gearcase is submerged. This prevents

trapped water in gearcase from freezing and causing possible

damage to the water pump and other components.

If there is a chance of ice forming on the water, the outboard should

be removed and drained completely of water. If ice should form at

the water level inside the outboard driveshaft housing, it will block

water flow to the engine causing possible damage.

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Mercury 250 Specifications Page 53