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STORING OUTBOARD MOTORWhen storing your Yamaha outboard for prolonged periods of time, (2 months or longer), several important procedures must be performed to prevent expensive damage.
It is advisable to have your outboard serviced by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to storage. However, the following procedures can be performed by you, the owner, with a minimum of tools.
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8To prevent problems which can be caused by oil entering the cylinder from the sump, keep the engine in the atti- tude shown when transporting and storing it.
8Do 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.
8Store the engine in a dry,
1Vertical position
2Horizontal position (on the port side)
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Filling Fuel Tank
Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add one ounce of “Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and Stabilizer” (Part No.
00)to each gallon of fuel.
NOTE:
The use of “Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and Stabilizer” eliminates the need to drain the fuel system. Consult your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic if the fuel system is to be drained instead.