Storing - Coleman F15BM Owner's Manual

When storing your outboard motor for prolonged periods of time (2 months or longer), several
important procedures must be performed to prevent damage.
It is advisable to have your outboard motor serviced by an authorized dealer prior to storage.
However, you, the owner, with a minimum of tools, can perform the following procedures.
CAUTION:
Keep the outboard motor in an upright attitude when transporting and storing it. If storing or
transporting the outboard motor on its side (not upright), put it on a cushion after draining the
engine oil completely.
Do not place the outboard motor on its side before the cooling water has drained from it
completely.
Store the outboard motor in a dry, well-ventilated place, not in direct sunlight.
1. Wash the outboard motor body using fresh water.
2. Disconnect the Fuel joint and drain the engine oil completely.
3. Remove the engine top cowling and silencer cover
4. Install the outboard motor on the test tank.
5. Fill the tank with fresh water to above the level of the anti-cavitation plate.

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1. Lowest water level
2. Water surface