Section 5 - Maintenance
90-8M0099741
eng
JUNE 2015
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NOTE: Proper tension is a measurement of deflection with moderate thumb pressure on the belt at the location that has
the longest distance between two pulleys.
Description
Deflection
13 mm (½ in.)
Flushing the Power Package—Models with a Flushing Attachment
NOTE: Flushing is needed only for salty, brackish, mineral‑laden, or polluted water applications. Flushing is recommended after
each outing for best results.
IMPORTANT: Do not allow the engine to pull air or seawater from alternative water pickup sources during the flushing
procedure. If equipped, ensure that all alternative water inlet hoses are plugged at both ends.
1. Close the seacock, if equipped.
For visual clarity, the seacock shown is not installed
a -
Hose fitting to engine
b -
Seacock
c -
Handle (closed position)
d -
To water source pickup attachment
2. If the boat is not equipped with a seacock, disconnect the water hose from the water pickup and plug both ends to prevent
water from entering the boat.
3. Remove the quick‑connect fitting from the parts bag supplied with the engine.
4. Attach the quick‑connect fitting to a water hose.
a -
Quick‑connect fitting (water hose end)
b -
Water hose
5. Snap the quick‑connect fitting with the water hose into the flush socket on the engine.
a -
Water hose
b -
Quick‑connect fitting (water hose end)
c -
Flush socket
a
c
b
d
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a
b
a
b
c
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