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IMPACT DAMAGE
Your engine can be damaged from impact with un-
derwater objects. Such impacts can result in seri-
ous damage to your engine and injury to boat
occupants from the engine or its parts entering the
boat. Occupants can also be ejected or injured by
falling against portions of the boat as a result of rap-
id deceleration following impacts. When boating in
unfamiliar, shallow, or debris-laden waters, seek in-
formation on safe boating areas and navigation
hazards from a reliable local source. Reduce your
speed and keep a sharp lookout!
If you hit any object, stop immediately and examine
the engine for loosening of attaching hardware and
clamp screws, if equipped. Inspect for damage to
swivel and stern brackets, steering components,
and components in the area of impact. Also, exam-
ine the boat for structural damage. Tighten any
loosened hardware. If the collision occurred in the
water, proceed slowly to harbor. Before boating
again, have your DEALER thoroughly inspect all
components.
STORING
To avoid difficulty when restarting, never run the
engine with the fuel hose disconnected or run the
engine out of fuel.
If you must tilt the motor to remove it from the water,
lower it and allow the cooling system to drain com-
pletely as soon as you clear the launch area.
Between uses, store your motor in a vertical posi-
tion.
For recommendations on extended periods of stor-
age, refer to Off-Season Storage.
WARNING
Failure to inspect for damage could result in
sudden, unexpected component failure,
loss of boat control, and personal injury.
Unrepaired damage could reduce your boat
and engine’s ability to resist future impacts.
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