Mercury – 1st Mate Safety & Security System | Universal Single-Engine Kit | 98-8M6007939

Overview

The 1st Mate system adds a modern layer of protection to any single-engine boat—regardless of brand. With overboard alerts, captain wearables, and an onboard hub that ties everything together, this kit keeps you and your crew safer the moment you step aboard. It also includes anti-theft features that help secure the vessel when you’re away. Everything in this package is built to work on all leading engine brands, making it a flexible safety upgrade whether you run Mercury or something else.

Key Features

• Universal Engine Compatibility – Designed for all major engine brands in single-engine setups.
• Core System Included – Comes with the vessel hub, harness, captain’s fob, wristband, and carabiner clip.
• Man-Overboard Alerts – Notifies the captain and passengers when a tagged wearer goes overboard.
• Security Lockout – Adds an anti-theft layer that helps prevent unauthorized engine operation.
• Expandable System – Passenger fobs and wearables sold separately for additional protection.
• Simple Daily Use – Captain’s fob pairs automatically when you power up and move aboard.

Compatibility

• All leading engine brands (single-engine use)
• Works as a standalone system with the vessel hub
• Mercury SmartCraft engines (for deeper integration, Mercury-specific SKUs are available)

Performance & Practical Benefits

With this kit installed, your boat gains two major advantages: more awareness on the water and more confidence when you leave it. If you or a passenger wearing a tag goes overboard, the system reacts immediately with alerts. When the boat is unattended, 1st Mate’s engine-lock function adds a meaningful deterrent against theft. The wearable fob is lightweight and easy to keep on your wrist or clipped to a vest, while the hub mounts neatly and blends into the boat’s wiring.

Why Buy OEM

The 1st Mate system is built and backed by Mercury Marine to ensure dependable wireless communication and long-term durability. While it works across engine brands, choosing the OEM kit means the alerts, lockouts, and pairing routines behave consistently and reliably. For SmartCraft engines, Mercury-specific versions offer even deeper integration.

FAQ

Q1: What’s included in this universal kit?
The vessel hub, harness, one captain’s fob, a wristband, and a carabiner clip. Passenger fobs are sold separately.

Q2: Does this work with non-Mercury engines?
Yes. This version is designed for all leading engine brands in single-engine setups.

Q3: Is the system expandable?
Yes. Additional fobs and wearables can be added for more passengers.

Q4: Does it require a display?
No. The system works through the hub and wearables—no gauge or MFD required.

Q5: Do SmartCraft engines use this kit?
They can, but SmartCraft-specific SKUs offer extra integrated features.