Owner's Manual
To flush the water passages, you must obtain an optional flushing attachment from your authorized Suzuki Marine Dealer.
Shift into “NEUTRAL” and remove the pro peller.
Remove the flush plug and install the flushing attachment (1). Plug the water intake hole (2) with a piece of duct tape.
Connect a garden hose to the flushing attachment and turn on the water to obtain a good water flow.
Start the motor and let it idle for about five minutes. This will clean the salt water out of the cooling system.
Stop the motor and then turn off the water. Be sure to stop the motor first.
Reinstall the flush plug and remove the duct tape from the water intake hole.
Clean the motor surface and apply a coat of automotive wax on the external finish of the motor.
SUBMERGED MOTOR
If your motor has been accidentally submerged in water, it must receive a special repair service as soon as possible to prevent corrosion. If possible, have a qualified marine dealer service the engine. If immediate servicing is not available, take the following steps to help protect your motor. In the event that your motor is accidentally submerged, take the following steps:
Get the motor out of the water as soon as possible.
Remove the motor cover and immediately wash the engine thoroughly with fresh water to completely remove all salt, mud, and sea weed.
Remove the spark plugs. Drain the water from the cylinders through the spark plug holes by manually turning the flywheel several times.
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.
Drain the fuel line, the carburetor and all filters.
Keep flames and sparks away from gasoline. Dispose of unwanted fuel properly.
- Pour one tablespoon of engine oil in through each spark plug hole and into the carburetor. Coat the engine inner parts with oil by turning the engine over with the recoil starter. Don’t use the electric starter, as this may bend the connecting rods.
If you encounter friction or resistance while cranking the engine, stop at once and do not attempt to start the engine until it is inspected or repaired.
- Have your authorized Suzuki marine dealer inspect the engine as soon as possible.
If the boat’s fuel tank filler and vent were also submerged, the fuel supply could be contaminated and should be inspected.