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3 Remove flame arrestor and restart engine. While operating en-
gine at fast idle (1000-1500 RPM), fog internal surfaces of engine by
squirting approximately 8 ounces (227 g) of Quicksilver Storage Seal
(or if not available, SAE 20W motor oil) into carburetor bores. Stall
engine by squirting last 2 ounces (57 g) of Storage Seal (or oil) rapidly
into carburetor. Turn ignition key to OFF position.
4 Fill fuel tank(s) with fresh gasoline (that does not contain alcohol)
and a sufficient amount of Quicksilver Gasoline Stabilizer for Marine
Engines to treat gasoline. Follow instructions on container.
5 If boat is to be placed in storage (with fuel containing alcohol in fuel
tanks), carburetors must be run dry at idle RPM. Fuel tanks should
be drained completely and Quicksilver Gasoline Stabilizer for Marine
Engines added to any fuel remaining in the tank. Also, refer to FUEL
REQUIREMENTS.
6 Close fuel shutoff valve, if so equipped.
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CAUTION
Stern drive unit should be stored in full “down” position. Uni-
versal Joint bellows may develop a “set” if unit is stored in
raised position and may fail when unit is returned to service.
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