Mercury TowSport Inboards, Руководство пользователя

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SPECIFICATIONS AND MAINTENANCE
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Flushing The Power Package
CAUTION
Overheating from insufficient cooling water will cause engine and drive system
damage. Ensure that there is sufficient water always available at the water inlet
during engine operation.
CAUTION
If flushing with the boat in the water, seawater can flow into the engine causing
engine damage. Water inlet must be closed when flushing the engine.
CAUTION
If boat is in the water, do not open water inlet valve until engine is to be restarted
to prevent contaminated water from flowing back into engine.
CAUTION
Engine overheating can cause engine damage. To avoid, observe the water
temperature gauge and ensure the engine is operating in the normal ranges
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Inboards
NOTE: Flushing is needed only for salty, brackish, mineral laden or polluted water applica-
tions. Flushing is recommended after each outing for best results.
1. Close the water inlet valve or remove the water inlet hose and plug the inlet.
2. Drain the seawater from the engine.
3. Attach the quick connect fitting to a water hose.
4. Open the water source completely.
5. Remove the blue cap from the flush socket on the engine.
CAUTION
Do not let water flow for more than 15 seconds with engine not operating or too
much flushing water will collect in the muffler causing engine damage.