Maintenance
STORAGE DANGER DO NOT run the engine indoors or without adequate ventilation or permit exhaust fumes to accumulate in confined areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide which, if inhaled, can cause serious brain damage or death.
FLUSHING If desired, the outboard can be flushed after each use on a trailer or at dockside while it is vertical. 1) Place the outboard in an area with good drainage. 2) Connect garden hose to flushing port. 3) Turn on the water. It is not necessary to run the engine for a good flushing.
You must protect against natural environmental conditions that can be damaging to an outboard. Temperature and humidity changes while your outboard is not in use can cause corrosion of internal engine parts when they are not protected. Fuel remaining in your fuel tank can oxidize which can result in loss of octane and can cause gum deposits in the fuel system. Your warranty does not cover engine failure caused by these conditions.
WARNING Prevent injury from moving engine components. Before starting the outboard: • Shift it to NEUTRAL. • Keep hands, clothes, and hair clear of powerhead. • Remove the propeller. Store fuel tanks in a well-ventilated area, away from heat and open flame. Prevent escape of liquid or vapors which could accidentally ignite: Close the filler cap vent screw, if equipped. Be sure the disconnected fuel hose does not drip.
TRANSPORTATION If the outboard is laid down for transportation or storage, the oiling system must be primed before reusing the outboard. Prime the oiling system by performing winterization. Refer to Long-Term (Winterization) on page 39.
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IMPORTANT: The “CHECK ENGINE” or “CHK ENG” SystemCheck gauge light may illuminate if you are running the outboard during the flushing procedure. This is normal. The outboard will continue to run as long as it is being supplied with water. 4) Leave the outboard in vertical position long enough to completely drain the powerhead. IMPORTANT: If you cannot store the outboard in the recommended vertical position, be sure the cooling system is drained completely. Never place the gearcase higher than the powerhead. Any water remaining in the exhaust passages can run into the cylinders and cause serious damage.
SHORT-TERM (BETWEEN USES) If you must tilt the outboard to remove it from the water, lower it and allow the cooling system to drain completely as soon as you clear the launch area. Between uses, store your outboard in a vertical position.
