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STORAGE 15-3
Preparation for Storage
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Remove the fuel pump (see the Fuel System chapter).
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Clean the fuel pump screen [A] (see Fuel System in Pe-
riodic Maintenance chapter).
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Refill the fuel tank with fresh fuel approximately 10 L (2.6
gal U.S.).
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Turn the ignition switch on.
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Push the lanyard key under the stop button, and start the
engine and run it in 15 s econd periods until all fuel in the
fuel system is with fresh fuel. Wait 5 minutes between 15
seconds running periods.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine without cooling water supply
for more than 15 seconds at a time or severe engine
and exhaust system damage will occur.
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Pull the lanyard key off the stop button and turn the igni-
tion switch off.
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Drain the fuel tank.
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Leave the fuel filler cap loose to prevent condensation in
the tank.
Engine
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Remove the front storage pocket (see Hull/Engine Hood
chapter).
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Disconnect both two connection on the ignition coil pri-
mary lead connectors [A].
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Remove the spark plugs (see Electrical System in Peri-
odic Maintenance chapter).
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Spray fogging oil directly into each cylinder.
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Turn the ignition switch on.
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Push the lanyard key under the stop button. Turn the
engine over several times with the s tart button to coat the
cylinder walls with oil.
WARNING
Do not lean over the engine when performing this
procedure. An air/oil mist may be forcibly ejected
from the spark plug holes and could get into your
eyes. If you do get some in your eyes, wash your
eyes immediately with liberal amounts of clean,
fresh water. Consult a physician as soon as pos-
sible.
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Pull the lanyard key off the stop button and turn the igni-
tion switch off.
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Spray the spark plugs with fogging oil, and reinstall the
spark plugs and caps (see Electrical System in Periodic
Maintenance chapter).