Mercury – 1st Mate Safety & Security System | SmartCraft Triple-Engine Kit | 98-8M6007937

Overview

Triple-engine boats demand extra attention, and the 1st Mate system adds a meaningful layer of safety and security to every trip. The Mercury 98-8M6007937 Triple-Engine Kit ties directly into SmartCraft, giving the captain immediate overboard alerts and an onboard theft-deterrent that keeps engines locked when the system is armed. With its intelligent hub, dedicated harness, captain’s wearable, and RFID tag, the setup blends seamlessly into a SmartCraft triple-engine configuration.

Key Features

• Triple-Engine Integration – Built specifically for Mercury SmartCraft triple-engine applications.
• Complete System Kit – Includes the intelligent hub, wiring harness, one RFID passenger tag, and the captain’s wearable fob with wristband and clip.
• Man-Overboard Alerts – Notifies the captain and crew if a tagged person goes overboard.
• Engine Lockout Security – Helps deter unauthorized engine operation when the system is armed.
• Wearable Safety System – Captain’s fob pairs automatically; red wristband and carabiner clip offer multiple carry options.
• SmartCraft-Native Operation – Integrates cleanly with Mercury’s electronic controls and monitoring.

Compatibility

• Mercury SmartCraft triple-engine outboards and sterndrives
• Optional additional RFID passenger tags
• Any SmartCraft helm—no dedicated display required

Performance & Practical Benefits

Three-engine boats often have more crew aboard, more movement on deck, and more distractions at high speed. With this kit in place, the hub tracks the wearable fobs and responds instantly if someone falls overboard. The theft-deterrent function is equally useful—especially on large boats kept at marinas—by disabling engine operation until a paired captain’s fob is present. Once installed, the system runs in the background with almost no extra steps for the user.

Why Buy OEM

Mercury’s SmartCraft integration ensures accurate safety monitoring and consistent engine lockout behavior—something generic systems can’t match. The OEM hardware is built for real marine conditions and follows Mercury’s communication logic exactly, giving you predictable performance every time you leave the dock.

FAQ

Q1: What’s included in this Triple-Engine Kit?
The intelligent hub, harness, one RFID passenger tag, and the captain’s wearable fob with wristband and clip.

Q2: Can I add more passenger fobs?
Yes. Additional RFID tags can be paired to monitor more people aboard.

Q3: Does this kit require a VesselView display?
No. The system works through the hub and wearables without a dedicated screen.

Q4: Does it change the start-up routine?
No. It runs alongside your normal SmartCraft ignition process.

Q5: Is this kit for non-Mercury engines?
No. This version is for Mercury SmartCraft triple-engine applications only.