Fuel Storage
If the boat will not be used for two months or longer,
the boat and engine must be prepared for this storage
period.
Both the fuel in the tank(s) and the engine must be
treated.
The fuel must be treated with fuel stabilizer. Add sta-
bilizer according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Engine and fuel system internal components should be
coated with a light film of oil to prevent corrosion. The
Fuel Storage Mixture
procedure introduces the oil
through the fuel system, protecting both the fuel sys-
tem and engine during storage.
Fuel Storage Mixture
Using a portable, outboard engine fuel tank, add:
•
Fresh fuel (enough to run engine 15 minutes)
•
Two-cycle motor oil (50:1 ratio, gas to oil)
•
Fuel stabilizer, per manufacturer's instructions
DANGER!
Fuel and vapors will be present during procedure,
which can result in an explosion; provide ventilation
and eliminate all sources of spark or flame.
CAUTION!
Engine must be run to complete process. Take pre-
cautions to ensure safety and prevent engine damage:
•
Run engine with drive out of gear and in full trim
down position.
•
Boat must be properly supported.
•
Flush engine with fresh water while engine is run-
ning. The engine must have adequate cooling
water; always monitor engine temperature gauge
when running engine with boat out of water.
•
Do not run fuel pumps dry.
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