Maintenance
STORAGE
TRANSPORTING THE OUTBOARD
DANGER
DO NOT run the engine indoors or
without adequate ventilation or per-
mit 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 outboard. Refer to Prim-
ing the Oil System on page 15.
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.
1) Place the outboard in an area with good
drainage.
You must protect against natural environmen-
tal conditions that can be damaging to an out-
board. The warranty does not cover engine
failure caused by these conditions.
Temperature and humidity changes during
storage period can cause corrosion of internal
engine components.
Winterization prepares the outboard for long-
term off-season storage. During winterization,
extra oil is used to coat internal engine com-
ponents. Refer to Long-Term Storage (Win-
terization) on page 33.
2)
3)
Connect garden hose to flushing port.
Turn on the water. Keep water pressure
between 20 to 40 psi (140 to 275 kPa).
Stabilize the fuel supply (gasoline). Fuel
remaining in the fuel tank can oxidize, result-
ing 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 components. Refer to
Fuel Additives (gasoline only) on page 13.
WARNING
Prevent injury from moving engine 4) Leave the outboard in vertical position long
components. Before starting the
outboard:
enough to completely drain the power-
head.
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.
•
•
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.
SHORT-TERM STORAGE
Between uses, store your outboard in a verti-
cal 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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| Tags | Evinrude 55 hp, Evinrude MJRL, Evinrude MRL |
| Model Year | 2011 |
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