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STORAGE
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Storage Preparation
The major consideration in preparing your outboard for storage is to protect it from
rust, corrosion, and damage caused by freezing of trapped water.
The following storage procedures should be followed to prepare your outboard for
out of season storage or prolonged storage (two months or longer).
Never start or run your outboard (even momentarily) without water circulat-
ing through all the cooling water intake holes in the gear case to prevent
damage to the water pump (running dry) or overheating of the engine.
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FUEL SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: Gasoline containing alcohol (ethanol or methanol) can cause a
formation of acid during storage and can damage the fuel system. If the
gasoline being used contains alcohol, It is advisable to drain as much of the
remaining gasoline as possible from the fuel tank, remote fuel line, and engine
fuel system.
Fill the fuel system (tank, hoses, fuel pump, and carburetor) with treated (stabilized)
fuel to help prevent formation of varnish and gum. Proceed with following
instructions.
1. Portable Fuel Tank – Pour the required amount of gasoline stabilizer (follow
instructions on container) into fuel tank. Tip fuel tank back and forth to mix
stabilizer with the fuel.
2. Permanently Installed Fuel Tank – Pour the required amount of gasoline
stabilizer (follow instructions on container) into a separate container and mix
with approximately one quart (one liter) of gasoline. Pour this mixture into fuel
tank.
3. Place the outboard in water. Run the engine for ten minutes to allow treated fuel
to reach the carburetor.
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