Maintenance
FLUSHING
SERVICE TIPS
OUTBOARD EXTERNAL FINISH
If desired, the outboard can be flushed after
each use on a trailer or at dockside while it is
vertical.
Your outboard’s upper and lower engine cov-
ers use molded-in color technology, provid-
ing a deep, durable gloss with maximum
ultraviolet (sunlight) protection.
The high gloss finish will show polish marks
when viewed closely in certain light condi-
tions. This glossing is NORMAL.
1)
Place the outboard in an area with good
drainage.
2)
3)
Connect garden hose to flushing port.
Turn on the water. It is not necessary to
run the engine for a good flushing.
Periodically, wash the entire boat and out-
board with soapy water and apply a coat of
automotive wax. Leave the engine cover in
place when washing the outboard.
IMPORTANT: When trailering your outboard,
DO NOT cover the engine with canvas—it
will dull the finish of the outboard’s engine
covers.
SCRATCH REPAIR
Surface scratches on the upper and lower
engine covers can be polished out with buff-
ing compound.
4)
Leave the outboard in vertical position long
enough to completely drain the power-
head.
Treat affected areas using these steps:
IMPORTANT: If you cannot store the out-
board in the recommended vertical position,
be sure the cooling system is drained com-
pletely. Never place the gearcase higher than
the powerhead. Any water remaining in the
exhaust passages can run into the cylinders
and cause serious damage.
1)
2)
3)
Sand the affected area with 800-grit sand-
paper.
Wet sand the area with 1200-grit sandpa-
per.
Using a composite material buffing com-
pound, polish the area, closely following
the product directions.
IMPORTANT: Your Dealer has the profes-
sional materials to properly repair scratches.
SUBMERGED OUTBOARD
If your outboard has been under water, have Do not attempt to paint over marks or
it serviced immediately upon recovery. If scratches in the composite material. See
immediate service is unavailable, resub- your Dealer to repair any deep scratches or
merge it in fresh water to avoid prolonged ex-
posure to the atmosphere.
gouges.
After submersion, all boat and engine electri-
cal, fuel, and oiling systems must be inspect-
HULL FINISH
ed for signs of water intrusion. Your Dealer The condition of your boat’s bottom affects
performance. Marine growth or bottom paint-
ing may reduce speed and fuel efficiency.
should perform this service.
For maximum performance, keep the boat’s
running surface clean by rinsing it with fresh
water and wiping it dry. Apply Evinrude anti-
corrosion spray to any surface subject to cor-
rosion, but avoid the anti-corrosion anode(s).
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| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Evinrude Brand Manuals, Evinrude E-TEC Manual, Evinrude Outboard Manual |
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| Tags | Evinrude 40 hp, Evinrude 50 hp, Evinrude 60 hp, Evinrude RT, Evinrude SL, Evinrude TL |
| Model Year | 2009 |
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