12 - OUT-OF-SEASON STORAGE .......................................................................................... 57-61 Engine Storage

ENGINE STORAGE

IMPORTANT: This service should be performed by an Authorized Crusader Dealer.

CAUTION

Refer to FLUSHING COOLING SYSTEM before proceeding.

1. Fill the fuel tanks with gasoline (that does not contain alcohol) and add a suffi cient amount of gasoline stabilizer, such as STA-BIL™ fuel stabilizer, to prevent the formation of fuel gum and varnish. Follow the instructions on the container.

IMPORTANT: If the fuel tanks have fuel, containing alcohol, the engine fuel system must be run dry at idle RPM. Fuel tanks should be drained completely and fuel conditioner, such as STA-BIL™, added to any fuel remaining in the tanks.

2. Run the engine and allow it to reach normal operating temperature. Shut down the engine and change the oil and oil fi lter (See ENGINE MAINTENANCE).

3. Flush the cooling system if operating in salt water or brackish water areas. (See ENGINE MAINTENANCE). NOTICE: If the engine is equipped with the optional fresh-water cooling system, refer to draining and refi lling procedures. The fresh-water cooling system must be serviced before fogging the engine for storage.

WARNING

Operate the bilge blower and be sure no fuel vapors are present when treating the engine. Be sure the engine compartment is well-ventilated to prevent a potential fi re hazard. 4. Remove the fl ame arrestor and start the engine. Operate the engine at a fast idle speed (1000-1500 RPM). Use an aerosol-type fogging solution and spray suffi cient amount, into the carburetor bores, to treat internal surfaces of the engine. Refer to the instructions on the fogging solution canister. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.

5. Clean the fl ame arrestor and the vent hoses, and reinstall on the engine. Cover the carburetor ,to prevent the possibility of the water entering the engine through the carburetor, during storage.

6. Close the fuel shut-off valve (if equipped).

7. Remove, empty and clean the fuel fi lter shell. Reinstall with a new fuel fi lter and gasket. Refer to Engine Maintenance for fi lter replacement procedures.

NOTE: DO NOT re-use old fuel fi lter components. Always replace with new fuel fi lter and gasket.