Storage; Storage Preparation; Owner Service Assistance; Local Repair Service - Mercury 4 User Manual

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STORAGE

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STORAGE PREPARATION

The major consideration in preparing your outboard for storage is to protect it from
rust, corrosion, and damage caused by freezing of trapped water.
The following storage procedures should be followed to prepare your outboard for
out-of-season storage or prolonged storage (two months or longer).
CAUTION
Never start or run your outboard (even momentarily) without water circu-
lating through the cooling water intake in the gear case to prevent dam-
age to the water pump (running dry) or overheating of the engine.
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Fuel system
IMPORTANT: Gasoline containing alcohol (ethanol or methanol) can cause
a formation of acid during storage and can damage the fuel system. If the
gasoline being used contains alcohol, it is advisable to drain as much of the
remaining gasoline as possible from the fuel tank, remote fuel line, and
engine fuel system.
Fill the fuel system (tank, hoses, fuel pump, and carburetor) with treated
(stabilized) fuel to help prevent formation of varnish and gum. Proceed with
following instructions.
1. Portable Fuel Tank – Pour the required amount of Gasoline Stabilizer (follow
instructions on container) into fuel tank. Tip fuel tank back and forth to mix
stabilizer with the fuel.
2. Permanently Installed Fuel Tank – Pour the required amount of Quicksilver
Gasoline Stabilizer (follow instructions on container) into a separate container
and mix with approximately one quart (one liter) of gasoline. Pour this mixture
into fuel tank.
3. Place the outboard in water or connect flushing attachment for circulating
cooling water. Run the engine for ten minutes to allow treated fuel to reach the
carburetor.
4. Lubricate all outboard components listed in the Inspection and Maintenance
Schedule.
5. Touch up any paint nicks. See your dealer for touch-up paint.
6. Spray Quicksilver or Mercury Precision Lubricants Corrosion Guard on
external metal surfaces (except corrosion control anodes).
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Protecting Internal Engine Components
7. Remove the spark plug and inject a small amount of engine oil inside the
cylinder.
8. Rotate the flywheel manually several times to distribute the oil in the cylinder.
Reinstall spark plug.
9. Change the engine oil.
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Gear Case
10. Drain and refill the gear case lubricant (refer to maintenance procedure).
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Positioning Outboard for Storage
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Carry, transport or store the outboard only in these two positions. These
positions will prevent oil from draining out of the crankcase.
a. Upright
b. Tiller Side Down
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Never carry, store or transport the outboard in these positions. Engine damage
could result from oil draining out of the crankcase.
If outboard is on a boat and is stored tilted up in freezing temperature,
trapped cooling water or rain water that may have entered the propeller
exhaust outlet in the gear case could freeze and cause damage to the out-
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OWNER SERVICE ASSISTANCE

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LOCAL REPAIR SERVICE

Always return your outboard to your local authorized dealer should the need for
service arise. Only he has the certified mechanics, knowledge, special tools and
equipment and the genuine parts and accessories to properly service your engine
should the need occur. He knows your engine best.
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SERVICE AWAY FROM HOME

If you are away from your local dealer and the need arises for service, contact the
nearest authorized dealer. Refer to the Yellow Pages of the telephone directory.
If, for any reason, you cannot obtain service, contact the nearest Mercury Marine
(International) Marine Power Service Office
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PARTS AND ACCESSORIES INQUIRES

All inquiries concerning replacement parts and accessories should be directed to
your local authorized dealer. The dealer has the necessary information to order
parts and accessories for you. When inquiring on parts and accessories, the
dealer requires the model and serial number to order the correct parts.
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SERVICE ASSISTANCE

Your satisfaction with your outboard product is very important to your dealer and
to us. If you ever have a problem, question or concern about your outboard
product, contact your dealer or any Authorized Dealership. If additional assistance
is required, take these steps.
1
Talk with the dealership's sales manager or service manager. If this has
already been done, then contact the owner of the dealership.
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Should you have a question, concern or problem that cannot be resolved by
your dealership, please contact Mercury Marine Service Office (International)
Marine Power branch or distributor Service for assistance. They will work with
your dealership to resolve all problems.
The following information will be needed by the service office:
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Your name and address
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Daytime telephone number
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Model and serial number of your outboard
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The name and address of your dealership
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Nature of problem
Mercury Marine Service Offices are listed on the next page.
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