Specification
Water pump / impeller: Cold weather freeze risk threshold
0 °C (32°F) conditions={"situation":"Mooring in cold weather","risk":"Water residue in pump may freeze and damage pump and impeller"}
Specification
0 °C (32°F) conditions={"situation":"Mooring in cold weather","risk":"Water residue in pump may freeze and damage pump and impeller"}
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Ask Boat Guru about thisProcedure · 1. Pull the choke knob fully out. WARNING: Choke is not necessary when the engine is warm. Set the throttle grip to RE-START position instead. 2. Push the starter switch button and release the button as soon as the en...
Diagnostic · Cause: Water residue in the water pump freezes when ambient temperature drops below 0°C (32°F) Test: Check if the outboard motor is moored in cold weather with the lower unit out of the water Expected: Lower half of o...
Spec · 0 °C (32°F) conditions={"context":"Mooring in cold weather; risk of water freezing in cooling system"}
Procedure · 1. Remove the propeller before starting the engine in the test tank. (See page 70) WARNING: Do not start engine without removing propeller; accidentally turning propeller could cause personal injury. 2. Ensure the wat...
Diagnostic · Cause: Insufficient cooling water flow, clogged or defective pump