BRP Rotax 4-TEC 150, Operator'S Manual

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Inspections and Maintenance
StepProcedure
3) To flush, start engine then immediately
open the water tap.
4) Run the engine about 20 seconds at a fast
idle between 4000-5000 rpm.
5) Ensure water flows out of jet pump while
flushing. Otherwise, refer to an authorized
Rotax Jet Propulsion dealer for servicing.
6) Close the water tap, then stop the engine.
BOAT CARE
Post-Operation Care
Remove the boat from the water every day to
prevent growth of marine organisms.
Exhaust System Flushing
The exhaust system should be flushed daily
when boat is used in salt or foul water.
Refer to MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.
On supercharged models, the intercooler is
flushed at the same time.
Anticorrosion Treatment
To prevent corrosion, spray a corrosion inhib-
itor (salt water resistant) such as XPS Lube ,
P/N 460786, or equivalent over metallic com-
ponents in engine compartment.
Engine fogging should be done with
XPS
Lube , P/N 460786, or equivalent whenever
the boat is to be stored for an extended period
of time.
Apply Dielectric Grease, P/N 460781, (salt
water resistant) on battery posts and cable
connectors.
Additional Care for Foul Water or Salt Water Use
When the boat is operated in foul water and
particularly in salt water, additional care must
be taken to protect the boat and its compo-
nents.
Rinse trailer and boat's hull/bilge area with
fresh water.
Never use a high pressure washer to clean
the bilge. USE LOW PRESSURE ONLY
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CAUTION
Certain components in the engine com-
partment may be very hot. Direct contact
may result in skin burn. Do not touch any
electrical parts or jet pump area when
engine is running.
NOTICE
Never flush a hot engine. Always start
the engine before opening the water tap.
Open water tap immediately after engine
is started to prevent overheating.
NOTICE
Never run engine without supplying
water to the exhaust system when boat
is out of water.
NOTICE
Never run engine longer than 2 minutes.
Drive line seal has no cooling when boat
is out of water.
NOTICE
Always close the water tap before stop-
ping the engine.
NOTICE
Remove quick connect adapter after
flushing operation (if used).
NOTICE
Failure to perform proper care such as:
boat rinsing, exhaust system flushing
and anti-corrosion treatment, when used
in salt water, will result in damage to the
boat and its components.
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WARNING
Allow engine to cool before performing
any maintenance.
NOTICE
Never leave rags or tools in the engine
compartment or in the bilge.