USING THE EVINRUDE MFE OUTBOARD
SUBMERSION AND RECOVERY
The Evinrude MFE outboard is not a submersible engine. Due to the extreme operating conditions this engine may ex-
perience during combat, BRP has incorporated a crankcase drain system to allow the engine to be de-watered should
submersion occur. This de-watering system will allow the operator to quickly remove water from inside the engine, re-
start the engine, and operate the boat to get out of harms way. BRP has develop this de-water procedure to quickly purge
the engine of water and to lubricate the critical components of the engine. In most cases this will allow the operator to
return to normal operation without damage to the engine. Submersion of the Evinrude MFE outboard should be avoided
at all costs. Damage could occur to the engine wiring harness and water could contaminate the oiling system. Extended
submersion, particularly in salt water could result in corrosion of internal components such as piston rings, cylinder
sleeves, and bearing.
DE-WATER PROCEDURE
Turn the drain valves forward to the DRAIN position.
De-water valves are available to quickly drain water from
the engine if the Evinrude MFE outboard is temporarily
submerged during deployment, or during an accidental roll-
over.
Once an outboard has been submerged in fresh or salt wa-
ter, it must be serviced and started within three (3) hours of
recovery. Immediate service can minimize the corrosive af-
fect that air has on the polished surfaces of the crankshaft,
connecting rods, and internal powerhead bearings.
IMPORTANT: If the outboard cannot be started or serviced
immediately, it should be resubmerged in fresh water to
avoid exposure to the atmosphere.
Place shift lever in NEUTRAL and remove emergency stop
clip and lanyard.
Tilt outboard to the full tilt position and turn so the drain
valves are on the lowest side.
Twist throttle grip to slowest idle position.
CAUTION
To avoid outboard falling during de-water proce-
dure, tilt/run lever MUST remain in the TILT position.
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Pull starter handle slowly until starter engages. Continue
pulling with firm pressure to force water out of the engine.
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Slowest idle position
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| Categories | BRP Brand Manuals, Evinrude Brand Manuals, Evinrude MFE Manual, Evinrude Outboard Manual |
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| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual. Marine Operator's Engine Guide. |
| Tags | Evinrude 55 hp, Evinrude MJRL, Evinrude MRL |
| Model Year | 2010 |
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| Publisher | evinrude.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Evinrude Outboard Motors |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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