COX CXO300 - Storage; Preparing for Storage

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CXO300 OWNER’S MANUAL
7.1 PREPARING FOR STORAGE
The main purpose for hibernating your outboard(s) is to protect it from the elements whilst not in use.
When intending to store your outboard(s) for one month or longer, it is important to prepare correctly
in order to avoid potential degradation and damage during the period of storage. Cox Powertrain
recommends that an authorized Cox Powertrain dealer prepares your outboard(s) for storage. If choosing
to prepare for storage yourself, the following precautions should be taken to minimize the risks.
1 Visually inspect the outboard(s) for paint damage, such as scratches and chips. The outboard(s)
should be out of water and you must check the transmission casing, mounting brackets, the
cowlings and any other external surfaces. Any areas with reduced paint protection can corrode quickly
during storage and should be treated. Contact an authorized Cox Powertrain dealer for advice and
product suggestions if you find areas of concern.
2 Wash the exterior of your outboard(s) using a marine cleaning product and sponge, in order to clear
away any salt deposits. Do not use a high-pressure jet washer. Once clean, rinse with fresh water and
wipe dry with a chamois.
3 Flush your outboard(s) with fresh water and allow to drain completely by positioning vertically for at
least 10-15 minutes. It is important to wash all corrosive salt water and deposits out of the internal
passages and also to avoid any water, salt or fresh, remaining in the outboard(s) for the period of
storage, which can freeze-thaw and cause significant internal damage.
4 Drain accumulated water from the vessel-side fuel-water separator following the procedure in this
manual. Freeze-thaw of the water can cause damage to the fuel filter-water separator unit over the
period of storage.
5 Change your powerhead and transmission oils by following the procedures in this manual.
Accumulated moisture inside your used oils can cause damaging internal corrosion over the period of
storage.
6 If storing in tilt, fit a support bracket and retract your trim rams by using the controls to trim fully in.
This minimizes the exposure of the rams to the environment.
7 Disconnect your battery and follow the battery manufacturer’s instructions for storage.
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