GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION Prepare Engine for Long-Term Storage PREPARE ENGINE FOR LONG-TERM STORAGE NOTICE: NEVER drain engine coolant for long-term storage. Antifreeze must be used to avoid freezing and damaging of components. Antifreeze will prevent rusting during long-term storage. 1. Change engine oil and filter. See Change Engine Oil and Replace Engine Oil Filter Element on page 8-9 . 2. Drain seawater cooling system. See Drain and Refill Seawater Cooling System on page 7-8. 3. Wipe off any dust or oil from the outside of the engine. 4. Drain fuel tank or fill the tank to prevent condensation. 5.
Grease the exposed areas and joints of the remote control cables and the bearings of the remote control handle. 6. Seal the intake silencer, exhaust pipe, etc. to prevent moisture or contamination from entering engine. 7. Completely drain bilge in hull bottom. 8. Waterproof the engine room to prevent rain or seawater from entering. 9. Charge the battery once a month to compensate for battery’s self-discharge. 10. Remove key from key switch and cover key switch with moisture cap (if equipped). 3-24 BY Service Manual © 2009 Yanmar Marine International