MAINTENANCE
PRE-SEASON SERVICE
PRE-SEASON SERVICE
If
outboard was removed from boat for storage,
make certain it has been
reinstalled with factory
specified hardware. Refer to
INSTALLATION
AND PREDELIVERY section for proper set-up
procedures.
Gearcase Lubricant
• Check the lubricant level.
• Inspect
gearcase for leaks. If leak
is
apparent,
pressure and vacuum test gearcase.
• Repair gearcase
as
needed.
8attery(s)
• Replace batteries that cannot be properly
charged.
Operational Checks
• Steering
• Throttle
and
shift
• System Check gauge
• All other accessories
and
instrumentation
Fuel System
• Inspect entire fuel system for leaks prior
to
start-
ing outboard. Repair
all
leaks.
• Start outboard and reinspect.
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WARNING
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Failure to check for fuel leakage could
allow
a leak to go undetected, resulting
in
fire or explosion.
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SUBMERGED ENGINES
Once
an
outboard has been submerged
in
fresh
or
salt water,
it
must
be
serviced within three
(3)
hours of recovery. Immediate service can mini-
mize the corrosive affect that air has
on
the pol-
ished surfaces of the crankshaft, connecting rods,
and
internal powerhead bearings.
IMPORTANT: If outboard cannot be started or
serviced
immediately, it should be resubmerged
in
fresh water to avoid exposure to the atmosphere.
Engine Dropped Overboard
(Not Running)
Disconnect battery cables at the battery (electric
models).
Remove outboard cover(s)
and
rinse powerhead
with clean water.
Remove spark
plug leads and spark plugs.
Place
outboard
in
horizontal position (cylinder
heads down). Slowly rotate flywheel
in
a clock-
wise rotation to work all water out of powerhead.
IMPORTANT:
If
outboard shows evidence that
sand or
silt may have entered
it,
DO
NOT attempt
to
start the outboard.
It
must
be
disassembled and
cleaned.
Disassemble all electrical
connectors. Clean con-
nectors
and
terminals, and treat with water dis-
placing electrical spray. Apply Electrical Grease to
terminals prior to reassembly. Coat all exposed
solenoid terminals and engine grounds with Black
Neoprene Dip.
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