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MAINTENANCE
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11.Start the engine and check for proper oil pressure. Allow the
engine to idle for one minute and verify that no oil is leaking.
12.Shut off the engine.
13.Wait a few minutes for the engine oil to return to the crankcase
and then check the oil level. If the oil level is low, add enough
oil to bring it within the "OK RANGE" on the dipstick. Do not
overfill.
CHANGING CRANKCASE OIL AND FILTER (BOAT OUT OF
THE WATER)
!
WARNING
Performing tests with the engine running may cause the propeller
to rotate and result in serious injury or death. Use caution when
performing a test that requires the engine running, and remove
the propeller to avoid injury.
NOTICE
Operating the engine out of the water at high speeds creates
suction, which can collapse the water supply hose and overheat
the engine. Do not operate the engine above 1400 RPM out of
the water and without sufficient cooling water supply.
NOTICE
Discharge of oil, coolant, or other engine/drive fluids into the
environment is restricted by law. Use caution not to spill oil,
coolant, or other fluids into the environment when using or
servicing your boat. Be aware of the local restrictions governing
the disposal or recycling of waste, and contain and dispose of
fluids as required.
IMPORTANT: Use only recommended motor oil, see
Specifications.
Change oil when the engine is warm from
operation. Warm oil flows more freely, carrying away more
impurities. Attach a water hose to the boat's external water
pickup, to allow water to be supplied to the engine block during
engine warm‑up. See the boat owner's manual for information on
connecting a water supply to the boat's external water pickup.