LEHR 15 HP 4-STROKE - Manual (Page 15)

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MAINTENANCE
STORE WITH THE TILLER SIDE DOWN
TRANSPORTING AND STORING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR
WARNING: Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. When transporting or storing the outboard motor, disconnect the
propane connector to prevent the possibility of fuel from leaking. Use care when transporting
the fuel tank whether in boat or car.
Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted, even if a motor support bar is used. Severe injury could occur
if the outboard motor accidentally falls.
Do not use the tilt support lever when trailering the boat. The outboard motor could shake loose from the tilt
support and fall. If the motor can not be trailered in the normal running position, use an additional support
device to secure it in the tilt position.
The outboard motor should be trailered and stored in the normal running position. If there is insufficient road
clearance in this position, then trailer the outboard motor in the tilt position using a motor support device such
as a transom saver bar.
When transporting or storing the outboard motor while removed from a boat, keep the outboard motor in the
attitudes shown.
WARNING: This engine weighs at least 88.7 lbs. (40 Kg). Use a hoist or an extra person to help when ever
possible when lifting and moving the engine.
STORING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR
NOTE: Place a towel or something similar under the outboard motor to protect it from damage.
When storing your outboard motor for prolonged periods of time (2 months or longer), several important
procedures must be performed to prevent excessive damage.
NOTE: Cooling system flushing is essential to prevent the cooling system from clogging up with salt sand,
or dirt. In addition, fogging / lubricating of the engine is mandatory to prevent excessive engine
damage due to rust. Perform the flushing and fogging at the same time.
• To prevent problems which can be caused by oil entering the cylinder from the sump, keep the outboard
motor in the attitude shown when transporting and storing it. If storing or transporting the outboard motor
on its side (not upright), put it on a cushion after draining the engine oil.
• Do not place the outboard motor on its side before the cooling water has drained from it completely,
otherwise water may enter the cylinder through the exhaust port and cause engine trouble.
• Store the outboard motor in a dry, well ventilated place, not in direct sunlight.
STORE IN THE UPRIGHT POSITION
CARRY FROM THE HANDLES
FLOOR FLOOR
CUSHION