MAINTENANCE
STORAGE
TRANSPORTING THE OUTBOARD
DANGER
DO NOT run the engine indoors or without adequate
ventilation or permit exhaust fumes to accumulate
in confined areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide which, if inhaled, can cause serious brain
damage or death.
If the outboard is laid down for transportation or storage,
the oiling system must be primed before reusing the out-
board. Refer to PRIMING THE OIL SYSTEM on page 15.
You must protect against natural environmental conditions
that can be damaging to an outboard. The warranty does
not cover engine failure caused by these conditions.
FLUSHING
If desired, the outboard can be flushed after each use on a
trailer or at dockside while it is vertical. It is not necessary
to run the engine.
Temperature and humidity changes during storage period
can cause corrosion of internal engine components.
Winterization prepares the outboard for long-term off-sea-
son storage. During winterization, extra oil is used to coat
internal engine components. Refer to LONG-TERM
STORAGE (WINTERIZATION) on page 33.
1)
2)
Place the outboard in an area with good drainage.
Connect garden hose to flushing port.
3) Turn on the water. Keep water pressure between 140
to 275 kPa (20 to 40 psi).
Stabilize the fuel supply (gasoline). Fuel remaining in
the fuel tank can oxidize, resulting in loss of octane and fuel
system deposits.
Use Evinrude/Johnson 2+4 Fuel Conditioner to prevent
gum and varnish deposits from forming in fuel system com-
ponents. Refer to Fuel Additives (gasoline only) on page
13.
WARNING
Prevent injury from moving engine components.
Before starting the outboard:
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Shift it to NEUTRAL.
Keep hands, clothes, and hair clear of powerhead.
Remove the propeller.
Store fuel tanks in a well-ventilated area, away from
heat and open flame. Prevent escape of liquid or
vapors which could accidentally ignite. Close filler
cap vent screws (if equipped) and be sure any dis-
connected fuel hoses do not drip.
4) Leave the outboard in vertical position long enough to
completely drain the powerhead.
IMPORTANT: If you cannot store the outboard in the rec-
ommended vertical position, be sure the cooling system is
drained completely. Never place the gearcase higher than
the powerhead. Any water remaining in the exhaust pas-
sages can run into the cylinders and cause serious dam-
age.
SHORT-TERM STORAGE
Between uses, store your outboard in a vertical position to
allow the cooling system to drain completely.
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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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