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6)Raise the bow about 30 cm (12 in.) and remove two hull drain plugs. Allow any water in the bilge to drain out.

Rinse the engine compartment with a small amount of fresh water. Be care- ful not to get water on the carburetor or electrical components. After the water has drained, wipe the bilge with dry rags.

Reinstall two drain plugs.

NOTE:

This vehicle is equipped with an automatic bilge-draining device that removes water from the engine compartment while you are underway.

However, some residual water remains that must be drained by removing two drain plugs.

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Always properly dispose of gasoline (petrol) soaked rags. They can spontaneously ignite.

7)Spray a rust inhibitor, such as Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant, on metallic parts to mini- mize corrosion.

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