REMOVING AND CARRYING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR 59
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z Do not carry or store outboard motor in
any of positions described below.
z Otherwise, engine oil or cooling water
may enter the cylinder cause engine prob-
lems. Property damage could result from
leaking oil out.
Keep the outboard motor in a vertical
position when carrying.
The optional outboard motor stand is
recommended for keeping the outboard
motor vertical both during transport and
storage.
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Note
z If the outboard motor must be laid
down, be sure to drain the remaining
fuel in the fuel line and vapor separator
(see page 84). When lay down the out-
board motor, place port-side down on
a cushion or any softer surface shown
below.
z Elevate power unit 2 inches to 4 inches
if traveling to avoid oil spillage.
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Trailering in the tilted position may cause
damage to the outboard motor, boat, etc.
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Be sure to disconnect fuel connector except
when operating engine.
Fuel leakage is a fire or explosion hazard,
which can cause serious injury or death.
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Close air vent screw of fuel tank and fuel
cock before carrying or storing outboard
motor and fuel tank, or fuel may leak, poten-
tially catching fire.
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3. Trailering
CAUTION
WARNING
WARNING