REMOVAL FROM STORAGE

STORAGE

OUTBOARD MOTOR STAND

If the outboard motor will be removed from the boat for storage, we recommend storing it vertically by mounting it on a commercially available stand. If it is necessary to store the outboard motor horizontally, drain the vapor separator (p. 85 – 86), and drain the engine oil (p. 64), before removing the outboard motor from the boat.

Rest the outboard motor on a cushion of protective material.

Cover the outboard motor to keep out dust. Do not use plastic sheet as a dust cover. A nonporous cover will trap moisture, promoting rust and corrosion.

PROTECTOR REMOVAL FROM STORAGE

Check your outboard motor as described in the BEFORE OPERATION chapter of this manual.

If the cylinders were coated with oil during storage preparation, the engine may smoke briefly at startup. This is normal.