STORAGE
SECTION 6
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10. For additional assurance against freezing and corrosion fill the seawater cooling system
with a mixture of propylene glycol antifreeze and tap water.
a. Fill a container with approximately 5.6 liter (6 U.S. quarts) of propylene glycol anti-
freeze and tap water mixed to manufacturer’s recommendation to protect engine to
the lowest temperature to which it will be exposed during the cold weather or ex-
tended storage.
b. Remove the anode plug from front cover of heat exchanger.
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Typical
a-Anode plug
c. Using a suitable funnel, slowly pour the propylene glycol antifreeze mixture through
the anode plug opening and into the seawater system until system is full.
d. Install the anode plug. Tighten securely.
11. Clean the outside of the engine and repaint any areas required with Primer and Spray
Paint. After paint has dried, coat the engine with Corrosion Guard or equivalent
corrosion inhibiting oil.
Description
Where Used Part Number
Corrosion Guard 92-802878-55
Light gray primer
Outside of engine
92-802878-52
Phantom Black paint
92-802878-1
12. Your authorized Cummins MerCruiser Diesel dealer / distributor should now perform all
checks, inspections, lubrication, and fluid changes outlined in Section 5 - Maintenance
Schedules.
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Battery
Follow the battery manufacturer’s instructions for storage.
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