Evinrude E-Tec, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance
LONG-TERM STORAGE
(WINTERIZATION)
Winterization prepares your outboard for
long-term off-season storage. During winter-
ization, the engine is “fogged” and extra oil is
used to coat internal engine components.
Note: The Long-Term Storage procedure can
be used to prime the oiling system.
Winterization requires a specific process of
steps.
Closely follow the applicable winterization
procedure for your outboard:
• Remote control
• Tiller control
• Remote control with foot throttle
If you are unsure which procedure is right for
you, contact your Dealer for assistance.
You can confirm your outboard enters winter-
ization mode when the engine runs at fast idle
and:
• The
SystemCheck gauge lights flash (if
equipped).
• The I-Command gauge displays winteriza-
tion message (if equipped).
Preparation
Your outboard can be winterized in the water.
If winterizing in water, make sure the water
intake screens are completely submerged.
1) Stabilize the engine’s fuel supply. Add
2+4
Fuel Conditioner following instructions on
container. Fill fuel tank.
2) If winterizing on a trailer, remove the pro-
peller. Attach a garden hose to flushing
port and turn on the water. Refer to
Flush-
ing on page 46.
3) Outboard must be in NEUTRAL, and re-
mote control and shift linkage must be in
NEUTRAL position at all times during win-
terization procedure.
Remote Control Outboards
1) For side mount controls, lift fast idle le-
ver. Start the outboard. Outboard runs at
slow idle speed.
For binnacle or concealed side mount
controls,
press fast idle button and ad-
vance throttle handle to a position above
HALF THROTTLE. Start the outboard.
Outboard runs at slow idle speed.
2) After outboard runs for about 15 seconds:
For side mount controls, lower fast idle
lever.
For binnacle or concealed side mount
controls,
return throttle handle to IDLE po-
sition.
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WARNING
Outboard must be in NEUTRAL before
performing winterization. Starting out-
board in gear can cause personal injury.
If winterizing on a trailer, the propeller
must be removed before performing pro-
cedure. Failure to remove propeller can
cause personal injury or death.
Side Mount Control – Typical 006455A
Binnacle Control – Typical 006456
Concealed Side Mount Control – Typical 006457