Storage; Short-Term Storage; Long-Term Storage (Winterization) - Evinrude E-TEC G2 Operator's Manual

Maintenance
WARNING
DO NOT run the engine indoors or with-
out adequate ventilation
exhaust fumes to accumulate in confined
areas. Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide which, if inhaled, can cause
serious brain damage or death.
Protect against natural environmental condi-
tions that can be damaging to an outboard.
Your warranty does not cover engine failure
caused by these conditions.
NOTICE
Temperature and
during storage period can cause corro-
sion of internal engine components.
Stabilize the fuel supply. Fuel remaining in
your fuel tank can oxidize, resulting in loss of
octane and fuel system deposits.
Use Evinrude 2+4 Fuel Conditioner to prevent
gum and varnish deposits from forming in fuel
system components.
WARNING
Prevent injury from moving engine com-
ponents. Before starting the outboard:
• Shift it to NEUTRAL.
• Keep hands, clothes, and hair clear of
powerhead.
If on a trailer, remove the propeller.
If the outboard is removed from the boat for
transportation or storage, you MUST:
• Seal the oil and fuel lines on the boat and on
the outboard to prevent leaks and prevent
contaminants from entering the oil or fuel
system.
• Install shipping brackets to prevent the out-
board from turning.
• Cap steering fightings on the outboard and
hydraulic hoses to prevent leaks and pre-
vent contaminants from entering the hy-
draulic system.
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Storage

or permit
humidity changes

Short-Term Storage

If you must tilt the outboard to remove it from
the water, lower it and allow the cooling sys-
tem to drain completely as soon as you clear
the launch area. Between uses, store your
outboard in a vertical position.

Long-Term Storage (Winterization)

WARNING
If winterizing on a trailer, the propeller
must be removed before performing pro-
cedure. Failure to remove propeller can
cause personal injury or death.
Winterization prepares your outboard for
long-term off-season storage. During winteri-
zation, the engine is "fogged" with extra oil to
coat internal engine components.
Winterization requires a specific process of
steps.
Note: The Evinrude ICON touch digital dis-
play provides a one-touch winterization. See
the ICON Touch User's Guide.
Closely follow the applicable winterization
procedure for your outboard:
• Remote control
• Remote control with foot throttle
You can confirm your outboard enters winter-
ization mode when the engine runs at fast idle
and:
• The ICON or I-Command gauges display a
winterization message (if equipped).
• The SystemCheck gauge lights flash (if
equipped).
Preparation
Your outboard can be winterized in the water.
If winterizing in water, make sure the water
intake screens are completely submerged.
1) Stabilize the engine's fuel supply. Add 2+4
Fuel Conditioner following instructions on
container. Fill fuel tank.
2) If winterizing on a trailer, remove the pro-
peller. Attach a garden hose to flushing