BRP Evinrude E-TEC G2 Service Manual page 182

Fuel System
Fuel Component Servicing
Remove the reed valve retainer screws and
remove the assembly.
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1. Reed valve retainer screws
Use caution to prevent damaging reed valve
assemblies.
NOTICE
DO NOT disassemble reed valve assemblies.
Damaged reed plates are not serviceable and
are replaced as an assembly.
Inspection
Inspect the leaf plate assemblies for damage or
contamination:
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Leaf plates must not be distorted.
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Leaf valve must not be cracked or chipped.
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Leaf plate stops must not be distorted or loose.
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Leaf plate assemblies must be clean.
Inspect the intake manifold. All gasket surfaces
must be cleaned, smooth, and free of nicks. Use a
machinist's straight-edge and a feeler gauge to
check flatness in all directions. Surface must be
flat, ±0.004 in. (0.10 mm).
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Assembly
Remove old adhesive from reed valve retaining
screws.
Prime screw threads with Locquic Primer and let
dry. Apply Nut Lock to threads. Position reed valve
on reed plate and install screws. Tighten screws
to a torque of 30 to 42 in. lbs. (3.5 to 4.7 N·m).
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Installation
Install gasket on reed plate assembly. DO NOT
use sealer on the gasket.
Place reed plate assembly on cylinder/crankcase.
Install all screws.
Tighten the center screws first and expand out-
ward. Tighten in stages to a final torque of 84 to
106 in. lbs. (10 to 12 N·m).
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1. 5 screws
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