Specifications

MAINTENANCE
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Painting Your Power Package
IMPORTANT: Corrosion damage that results from the improper application of
anti-fouling paint will not be covered by the limited warranty.
1. Painting Boat Hull or Boat Transom: Anti-fouling paint may be applied to boat hull and
boat transom but you must observe the following:
IMPORTANT: Do NOT paint anodes or MerCathode System reference electrode and
anode, as this will render them ineffective as galvanic corrosion inhibitors.
IMPORTANT: If anti-fouling protection is required for boat hull or boat transom
,
copper or tin base paints, if not prohibited by law, can be used. If using copper or tin
based anti-fouling paints, observe the following:
• Avoid any electrical interconnection between the Cummins MerCruiser Diesel
Product, Anodic Blocks, or MerCathode System and the paint by allowing a
minimum of 40 mm (1-1/2 in.) UNPAINTED area on transom of the boat around
these items.
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a-Unpainted Area On Transom
2. Painting Sterndrive Unit or Transom Assembly: Sterndrive unit and transom
assembly should be painted with a good quality marine paint or an anti-fouling paint that
does not
contain copper, or any other material that could conduct electrical current. Do
not paint drain holes, anodes, MerCathode system, and items specified by boat
manufacturer.