STORING
Raise the tiller handle and rest it on a padded sur-
face on its port side. Laying the engine on its back,
or going from its back to its port side, could allow oil
leakage. Protect the engine cover from damage.
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.
CARRYING AND TRANSPORTING
If you will be laying the engine down, minimize the
potential for fuel spillage by letting it run “out of gas”
before you remove it from the boat. Disconnect the
fuel hose at the engine while it is still running. Let it
run until it quits.
After removing the engine from the boat, position it
upright until the cooling system stops draining.
Keep the powerhead higher than the gearcase at all
times, or any water remaining in exhaust passages
could travel to the cylinders and cause serious
damage.
IMPORTANT: Do not let gearcase of the outboard
sit higher than the powerhead during transporting
or storing. Water may drain into the powerhead,
causing damage to the engine. Laying the engine
on its back, or going from its back to its port side,
could allow oil leakage.
IMPORTANT: Do not rest the engine before the
cooling water has drained completely, as water
may enter the cylinder through the exhaust port and
cause problems.
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| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Johnson 4-Stroke Manuals, Johnson Brand Manuals, Johnson Outboard Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual. Marine Operator's Engine Guide. |
| Tags | Johnson 8 hp, Johnson R4, Johnson RL4 |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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| Publisher | johnson.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Johnson Outboards |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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