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3. Remove the spark plugs, and com-
pletely drain the water from the
engine by pulling recoil starter several
times.
Replace oil filter and oil to the correct
level.
The oil and filter may need to be
changed again after running a short
period to get all moisture completely
out of the crankcase.
4. Inject a sufficient amount of engine
oil through the spark plug holes.
Pull the recoil starter rope several
times to circulate the oil throughout
the outboard motor.
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If you moor your boat in cold weather at
temperatures below 0°C (32°F), water
residue in water pump may freeze and
may damage the pump, impeller, etc. To
avoid, submerge the lower half of the
outboard motor into the water.
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Striking the sea bottom or an underwater
object may severely damage the outboard
motor.
Follow the procedure below and consult
a dealer as soon as possible.
1. Stop the engine immediately.
2. Check the control system, gear case,
boat transom etc.
3. Return to the nearest harbor slowly
and carefully.
4. Consult a dealer check the outboard
motor before operation again.
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When operating the outboard motors in
reverse at more than the lowest speed,
be sure that all engines are running.
If any engine has stopped, be sure to tilt
the outboard motor up and keep its pro-
peller out of the water.
Otherwise, water could enter the engine
and cause damage to it.
6. Cold weather precautions
7. Striking underwater object
CAUTION
8. Operation with multiple
outboard motors
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