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how to drain water from inboard/outboard engine
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1. Activate the bilge pump: The easiest way to drain water from your inboard/outboard engine is to activate the bilge pump. This device is designed to remove water from the lowest point of the boat, where water tends to collect.
2. Use a manual hand pump: If your bilge pump isn't working or if it can't remove all the water, you can use a manual pump. This device works like a large syringe, sucking up water when you pull the handle and expelling it when you push.
3. Mop up excess water: If there's still some water left after you've used the bilge pump or manual pump, you can remove it using a sponge or mop.
4. Drain the engine block: Locate the petcocks or drain plugs on your engine block. There usually should be one for each cylinder.
5. Open the petcocks with either a wrench or pliers. Have a bucket or suitable container ready to catch the water.
6. After you’ve opened the last one, water should begin to slowly trickle out from them.
7. Let gravity do its work and drain any excess water out of the engine.
8. Replace the petcocks or drain plugs and then be sure to run anti-freeze through the system if you’re winterizing the boat.
9. Always refer to your engine's specific owner’s manual for proper procedure, as it may vary depending on the make or model of the engine.
2. Use a manual hand pump: If your bilge pump isn't working or if it can't remove all the water, you can use a manual pump. This device works like a large syringe, sucking up water when you pull the handle and expelling it when you push.
3. Mop up excess water: If there's still some water left after you've used the bilge pump or manual pump, you can remove it using a sponge or mop.
4. Drain the engine block: Locate the petcocks or drain plugs on your engine block. There usually should be one for each cylinder.
5. Open the petcocks with either a wrench or pliers. Have a bucket or suitable container ready to catch the water.
6. After you’ve opened the last one, water should begin to slowly trickle out from them.
7. Let gravity do its work and drain any excess water out of the engine.
8. Replace the petcocks or drain plugs and then be sure to run anti-freeze through the system if you’re winterizing the boat.
9. Always refer to your engine's specific owner’s manual for proper procedure, as it may vary depending on the make or model of the engine.
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