Section 6 - Storage
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6. Pump air into the system until both green indicators extend and water drains from both sides of the engine. The port side will
begin draining before the starboard side.
Closed Cooled Models
Seawater Cooled Models
a -
Blue drain plug location
b -
Blue air pump
c -
Air manifold
d -
Green indicators
7. Verify that water is draining from each opening. If not, use the
Three Point Manual Drain System
instructions.
a -
Port side drain location
b -
Starboard side drain location
8. Allow the system to drain for a minimum of five minutes. Pump air as necessary to keep the green indicators extended.
9. Crank the engine over slightly with starter motor to purge any water trapped in the seawater pump. Do not allow engine to
start.
10. Remove the air pump from the air manifold and return it to the mounting bracket.
11. Mercury MerCruiser recommends leaving the drain system open while transporting the boat or while performing other
maintenance. This helps ensure that all water is drained.
12. Before launching the boat, pull up on the manual release valve. Verify that the green indicators are no longer extended.
a -
Green indicators
6124
a
b
c
d
6125
a
b
c
d
a
b
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a
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