Evinrude E15D User Manual

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Maintenance
SERVICE
ANTI-CORROSION ANODES
Your outboard is equipped with one or more
anodes that protect it from galvanic corrosion.
Disintegration of the anode is normal and in-
dicates it is working. Check each anode peri-
odically. Replace anodes smaller than 2/3
their original size. See your Dealer for re-
placements.
Galvanic corrosion destroys underwater met-
al parts and can occur in fresh or salt water;
however, salt, brackish, and polluted waters
will accelerate corrosion.
Metal-based antifouling paint on the boat or
outboard and the use of improperly installed
shore power in the area of your moored boat
will also accelerate corrosion.
NEVER paint the anode, its
fasteners, or its mounting surface. Paint-
ing will reduce its corrosion protection.
FLUSHING
Flush the outboard with fresh water following
use in brackish, salt or polluted water to mini-
mize the accumulation of scale and silt depos-
its in cooling system passages. The outboard
can be flushed on the trailer or at dockside.
Place outboard in vertical (down) position in a
well ventilated area.
If you cannot store the out-
board in the recommended vertical posi-
tion, be sure the cooling system is
drained completely. Never place the gear-
case higher than the powerhead. Any
water remaining in the exhaust passages
can run into the cylinders and cause seri-
ous damage.
Using Lower Engine Cover Flushing
Port
1) Place the outboard in an area with good
drainage.
2) Connect garden hose to flushing port.
3) Turn on the water. It is not necessary to
run the engine for a good flushing.
4) Leave the outboard in vertical position long
enough to completely drain the power-
head.
Using Gearcase Flushing Device
1) Place the outboard in an area with good
drainage.
2) Temporarily cover the two small auxiliary
water inlet holes on each side of the gear-
case with heavy tape to insure enough wa-
ter travels to the powerhead from the water
intakes. Water can drain from auxiliary in-
lets, resulting in engine overheat Remem-
1. Anti-corrosion anode
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Evinrude E15D Specifications

General

Brand	Evinrude
Model	E15D
Category	Outboard Motor
Language	English