Yamaha 40V, Owner'S Manual

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EMK17010
STORING OUTBOARD MOTOR
Procedure
1) Using fresh water, flush the cooling-
water passages (Refer to “Flushing
cooling system”) and wash the motor
body. (Refer to “MOTOR EXTERIOR”).
2) Remove the fuel-line connections
from the motor.
3) Run the engine at idling speed until
the carburetor is empty.
4) Completely drain the water out of the
outboard motor, and thoroughly
clean the body.
5) Remove the spark-plug, pour a tea-
spoonful of clean engine oil into the
cylinder, and replace the spark-plug.
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8
Do not place the engine on its side
before the cooling water has drained
from it completely, or water may enter
the cylinder through the exhaust port
and cause problems.
8
Store the engine in a dry, well-ventilat-
ed place, not in direct sunlight.
EMK24110
Fuel Tank
1) Drain the fuel from the tank for a long
period of storage.
2) Store the fuel tank in a dry, well-venti-
lated place, not in direct sunlight.
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