Installation; Antifouling Paints - Mercury 1.7 MI Manual

SECTION 5
3. Apply sealant to threads of new sacrificial anode and install into anode plug. Tighten
securely.

INSTALLATION

1. Install new sealing washer.
2. Install anode plug with sacrificial anode.
3. Unplug and connect seawater inlet hose, or open seacock if equipped.
Avoid seawater pump impeller damage. Do not operate the engine without cooling
water being supplied to the seawater pickup pump.
4. Ensure that the seawater pickup pump is supplied cooling water.
5. Start the engine and check for leaks.
CE550

Antifouling Paints

In some areas it may be advisable to paint the bottom of the boat to help prevent marine
growth. Contact your authorized Cummins MerCruiser Diesel dealer / distributor for
recommendations for your boat.
CMD-3967823 / 90-865237030 OCTOBER 2003
INDEX
a - Plug
b - Anode
Description
A Loctite 567 PST Pipe Sealant
a
a - Sealing washer
b - Anode plug
A
b
Where Used
Threads of anode plug
b
CAUTION
MAINTENANCE
a
71367
Part Number
92-809822
71368
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