Submerged Motor - Suzuki DF70A Owner's Manual

SUBMERGED MOTOR

A motor that has been accidentally submerged
in water must be overhauled as soon as possi-
ble to prevent corrosion. In the event that your
motor is accidentally submerged, take the fol-
lowing steps:
1. Get the motor out of the water as soon as
possible.
2. Wash it thoroughly with fresh water to com-
pletely remove all salt, mud, and seaweed.
3. Remove the spark plugs. Drain the water
from the cylinders through the spark plug
holes by manually turning the flywheel sev-
eral times.
4. Check if any water is evident in the engine
oil. If water is seen, remove the oil drain plug
and drain the oil. After draining, tighten the
oil drain plug.
5. Drain the fuel line.
 WARNING
Gasoline is extremely flammable and toxic. It
can cause a fire and can be hazardous to peo-
ple and pets.
Keep flames and sparks away from gasoline.
Dispose of unwanted fuel properly.
6. Pour engine oil into the engine through the
spark plug holes. Coat the engine inner
parts with oil by manually turning the fly-
wheel several times.
NOTICE
Severe engine damage may occur if you con-
tinue cranking the engine when you encounter
friction or resistance.
If you encounter friction or resistance while
cranking the engine, stop at once and do not
attempt to start the engine until you find and
correct the problem.
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7. Take the motor to your authorized Suzuki
Marine Dealer as soon as possible to be
overhauled.
NOTICE
If the fuel supply is contaminated with water,
engine damage may occur.
If the boat's fuel tank filler and vent were sub-
merged, inspect the fuel supply to make sure
it is not contaminated with water.