Mercury – 1st Mate Captain’s Wearable Fob Kit | Safety & Security Accessory | 98-8M6007943

Overview

The captain’s wearable is the heart of the 1st Mate system—it keeps the safety features active, enables engine authorizations, and provides the overboard-alert link the system relies on. The Mercury 98-8M6007943 Captain’s Wearable Fob Kit gives you an additional or replacement fob along with two convenient ways to carry it: a red wristband and a carabiner clip. It pairs easily with any 1st Mate system and fits naturally into daily use on the water.

Key Features

• Captain’s Fob Included – The primary wearable needed to activate 1st Mate’s safety and security functions.
• Two Carry Options – Comes with a red wristband and a carabiner clip for flexible, comfortable wear.
• System-Wide Compatibility – Works with any 1st Mate Safety & Security System, regardless of engine brand.
• Multi-Fob Pairing – Up to 3 captain’s fobs can be paired to a single vessel profile.
• Passenger Capacity Support – System allows 1 captain’s fob in use at a time plus up to 7 passenger fobs.
• OEM Integration – Designed for fast pairing and reliable communication with 1st Mate hubs.

Compatibility

• All 1st Mate Safety & Security Systems
• Single-, dual-, triple-, and quad-plus engine installations (via their respective 1st Mate kits)
• Captain and passenger wearable networks

Performance & Practical Benefits

This kit keeps the 1st Mate system running smoothly by giving the captain a reliable, easy-to-carry wearable. Whether you prefer the wristband for all-day comfort or the carabiner for clipping to a life jacket or belt loop, the fob stays secure and active. It pairs quickly with the hub, triggering safety monitoring as soon as you’re aboard. It’s also ideal as a spare or shared fob for multi-captain households or larger boats with several regular operators.

Why Buy OEM

The captain’s fob must communicate flawlessly with the 1st Mate hub for both safety and security functions. Mercury’s OEM fob uses the exact wireless protocol, pairing logic, and environmental sealing needed for dependable operation in marine conditions. Off-brand wearables can’t guarantee reliable communication or safety compliance. The factory kit ensures everything works the way it should.

FAQ

Q1: How many captain’s fobs can be paired to a boat?
Up to three, though only one can be actively used at a time.

Q2: How many passenger fobs can the system monitor?
Up to seven at once.

Q3: Is this kit a replacement or an add-on?
It works as either. Use it to replace a lost fob or to add another captain to the vessel profile.

Q4: Does this kit work with all 1st Mate engine kits?
Yes—SmartCraft kits and universal kits.

Q5: Do I need tools or extra parts to pair it?
No. Pairing is done through the system’s interface and takes only a moment.