[skeledrew]

Boat motor cooling systems work by drawing water into the lower unit of the motor using its impeller pump. Water is circulated through a system of ports and passages and then out the water exhaust port carrying with it excess heat. Boat motors can be damaged if salt and silt are not flushed from the cooling system. Flushing a boat motor can be accomplished hooking a garden hose to a flushing device which directs fresh water into the motor's cooling system intake. The motor's impeller pump circulates the fresh water through the cooling system and out the water exhaust port along with harmful salt and silt. The most common flushing device, known as 'ear muffs', consists of two rubber cuffs connected by a U-shaped soft steel bracket which can be bent for a better fit. One of the cuffs has a fitting to which an ordinary garden hose can be attached. Some newer motors have a flushing attachment built in. Refer to your owner's manual for instructions.

[carp]

Check to see that a steady stream of warm water runs from the outlet port. Hot water, water dribbling out, or no water can mean the outlet tube is clogged or the impeller pump is failing. Turn off the motor immediately and unplug the opening or replace the impeller pump.

[AnonyMouse]

Access to running fresh water

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[businessbroke832]

The problem is that this process has quite a few steps that not many are aware of. The latest models come with built-in attachments for the same, making it easy. That is why there isn’t a lot of noise about it. But what about older models? If you have one of those and need help, we are here for you!

[calmsupplements]

Also, if, at any point, you feel like there’s something wrong, please call the professional immediately. Fiddling with the system can damage the boat. This is specifically in reference to the engine. If water is not streaming out, there is a problem. Don’t ignore it.

[fabianhjr]

While the whole thing can be time-consuming, it is a must to ensure proper functioning. We advise that you do this after every trip on your boat. It will keep it in tip-top condition.

[leryn17]

Now that everything you need is in place let’s see how you should start the engine. [links]

[sandos]

For Motors With a Hose Attachment: [links]

[michelles]

Allow the motor to flush for 3 minutes. Mercury outboard motors with a hose attachment can be flushed without starting the motor. [links]

[eresearh]

Connect one end of your garden hose to an exterior water faucet and one end to the Mercury Hose Adapter. This adapter should have come with your engine, but, if necessary, a replacement can be obtained from the Mercury dealer.

[jaredreed496]

Shift the engine into neutral, and start it. Allow the engine to run at idle with the shifter in the neutral position.