SUBMERSION AND RECOVERY
When the engine begins to turn freely, pull an additional 8-
20 times. This will help drain water that might be trapped in
the cylinders.
POST-SUBMERSION SERVICING
When an outboard has been submersed, it MUST be ser-
viced before storage.
Tilt outboard to the normal running position.
Replace emergency stop clip and lanyard.
If the outboard has been in salt water:
•
Run the engine for approximately five minutes in fresh
water at full operating temperature. Refer to FLUSHING
on p. 32.
Squeeze primer bulb several times until definite resistance
is felt.
With twist grip in the slowest position, pull starter handle to
start engine.
• Spray the entire engine with fresh water to remove salt
deposits.
After engine has run at IDLE speed for 30-60 seconds, turn
drain valves to the RUN position.
After five submersions, the flywheel must be removed and
the valley between the crankshaft and the stator windings
must be cleaned.
PROLONGED SUBMERSION
The Evinrude MFE 55HP outboard is designed to be at-
tached to the transom of a boat. Due to the extreme oper-
ating conditions that this engine may experience during
combat, BRP has incorporated a crankcase drain system
to allow the engine to be de-watered should submersion
occur.
Prolonged submersion, or submersion at depths beyond
several feet may cause engine damage.
If prolonged submersion occurs, even if the engine can be
started, the engine must be disassembled and cleaned.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT run the outboard with the drain
valves in the DRAIN position more than 3 minutes. Engine
damage can result.
DO NOT attempt to start the outboard if sand or silt may
have entered the engine. Disassemble and clean.
Continue to run under normal operating conditions (boat on
plane) for at least 30 minutes (2500 RPM or above).
IMPORTANT: You MUST run the outboard after the de-
water procedure to dry out internal moisture.
Stop engine and run the Winterizing Procedure on p. 33.
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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 |
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