SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 30
MAINTENANCE
7.
Prepare fuel system for extended storage as follows:
a. Allow engine to cool down.
b. Remove the water separating fuel filter.
c. Pour out a small amount of fuel into a suitable container, then add approximately 2
fluid ounces (60 ml) of Quicksilver 2-Cycle Outboard Oil to fuel in the water
separating fuel filter.
d. Reinstall water separating fuel filter.
e. Disconnect harness connections from fuel pump and fuel boost pump.
c
a
b
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a - Water Separating Fuel Filter
b - Fuel Boost Pump
c - Fuel Pump (Hidden)
f.
Start and operate engine at idle speed until the water separating fuel filter and fuel
injection system are empty and engine stops.
g. Remove and discard water separating fuel filter.
h. Install new water separating fuel filter.
i.
Reconnect harness connections at both fuel pumps.
8.
Clean flame arrestor.
9.
Lubricate all items listed in Lubrication section.
Drain seawater section of cooling system.
10.
11.
Test coolant to ensure that it will withstand the lowest temperature expected during
storage.
12.
13.
Service batteries.
Clean outside of engine and repaint any areas required with Quicksilver Primer and
Spray Paint. After paint has dried, spray Quicksilver Corrosion and Rust Preventive
Type II or wipe down with Quicksilver Storage Seal or SAE 20W engine oil.
14.
For sterndrive unit layup, refer to appropriate sterndrive service manual.
INDEX
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SEPTEMBER 2000
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