Mercury 2.8 Diesel User Manual

Section 4 - Maintenance
90-8M0113987 eng DECEMBER 2015 Page 63
c. Clean any debris from the strainer housing.
d. Flush both the strainer and housing with clean water.
e. Inspect the cover gasket and replace if damaged.
a - Strainer cove
b - Strainer basket
c - Seal
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CAUTION
Seawater leaking from the seawater strainer could cause excess water in the bilge, damaging the engine or causing the boat
to sink. Do not overtighten the cover screws, or the cover may warp and introduce seawater into the bilge.
5. For metal seawater strainers:
a. Install the strainer, drain plug, and sealing washer.
b. Install the strainer basket.
c. Assemble the cover.
d. Tighten the cover screws. Do not overtighten.
a - Screws and washers
b - Cover with glass
c - Strainer
d - Housing
e - Drain plug and sealing washer
f - Seal
6. For plastic seawater strainers:
a. Insert the plastic strainer basket.
b. Check the cover seal installation.
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Mercury 2.8 Diesel Specifications

General

Brand	Mercury
Model	2.8 Diesel
Category	Engine
Language	English