MAINTENANCE
SECTION 5
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NOTE:
In the following steps, it may be necessary to lower or bend the hoses to allow water
to drain completely.
7. Disconnect the seawater inlet hose from the connector on the seawater pump hose and
drain.
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a
c
b
a -
Seawater inlet hose
b -
Connector
c -
Seawater pump hose
8. Repeatedly clean out the drain holes using a stiff piece of wire. Do this until entire system
is drained.
CAUTION
Avoid water entering the boat. Do not disconnect or unplug the seawater inlet hose
unless a seacock is present and it is closed.
9.
On models equipped with a seawater strainer:
remove the hose at the seawater
strainer and drain the hose completely. Drain and empty the seawater strainer.
Reconnect the hose and tighten the hose clamps securely. Install the washer and drain
plug.
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b
a
c
c
a -
Seawater strainer
b -
Washer and drain plug
c -
Hose
10. After the seawater section of the cooling system has been drained completely, coat the
threads of the anode plug and drain plugs with sealant and install. Tighten the plugs
securely.
Description
Where Used
Part Number
Perfect Seal
Anode plug and drain plug
threads
92-34227-1
11. Reconnect the hoses. Tighten the hose clamps securely.
Summary of Contents for 2.8 EI 200
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