Marine propulsion unit having exteriorly accessible clean-out capability and flushing device for same
US5490804A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 27, 1994 |
| Grant date | Feb 13, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 27, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
- CPC primaryF02B77/04
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A marine propulsion unit is disclosed which has an exteriorly accessible clean-out capability. The unit has an impeller housing located outside of the transom of a marine craft in which the unit is installed, which impeller housing has a separable portion that permits access to the main passage including the impeller when separated. The design also permits insertion of a hose connected fitting for backflushing the cooling system of the power head of the unit.
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