1C-4 - IMPORTANT INFORMATION 90-824052R3 JUNE 2002
Following Complete
Submersion
Salt Water Submersion (Special
Instructions)
Due to the corrosive effect of salt water on internal
engine components, complete disassembly is
necessary before any attempt is made to start the
engine.
Submerged While Running (Special
Instructions)
When an engine is submerged while running, the
possibility of internal engine damage is greatly
increased. If, after engine is recovered and with
spark plugs removed, engine fails to turn over freely
when turning flywheel, the possibility of internal
damage (bent connecting rod and/or bent
crankshaft) exists. If this is the case, the powerhead
must be disassembled.
Submerged Engine (Fresh Water)
(Plus Special Instructions)
1. Recover engine as quickly as possible.
2. Remove cowling.
3. Flush exterior of outboard with fresh water to
remove mud, weeds, etc. DO NOT attempt to
start engine if sand has entered powerhead, as
powerhead will be severely damaged.
Disassemble powerhead if necessary to clean
components.
4. Remove spark plugs and get as much water as
possible out of powerhead. Most water can be
eliminated by placing engine in a horizontal
position (with spark plug holes down) and
rotating flywheel.
5. Pour alcohol into carburetor throats (alcohol will
absorbed water). Again rotate flywheel.
6. Turn engine over and pour alcohol into spark plug
openings and rotate flywheel.
7. Turn engine over (place spark plug openings
down) and pour engine oil into throat of carbure-
tors while rotating flywheel to distribute oil
throughout crankcase.
8. Again turn engine over and pour approximately
one teaspoon of engine oil into each spark plug
opening. Again rotate flywheel to distribute oil in
cylinders.
9. Remove and clean carburetors and fuel pump
assembly.
10. Dry all wiring and electrical components using
compressed air.
11. Disassemble the engine starter motor and dry the
brush contacts, armature and other corrodible
parts.
12. Reinstall spark plugs, carburetors and fuel pump.
13. Attempt to start engine, using a fresh fuel source.
If engine starts, it should be run for at least one
hour to eliminate any water in engine.
14. If engine fails to start, determine cause (fuel,
electrical or mechanical). Engine should be run
within 2 hours after recovery of outboard from
water, or serious internal damage may occur. If
unable to start engine in this period, disassemble
engine and clean all parts. Apply oil as soon as
possible.
To Next Page
Loading...
Need help?
General
