1999 "EE" Evinrude 5 thru 15 4-Stroke Service Manual, P/N 787022, Page 72Get this manual
6Check for correct positioning of the float levelThe float level controls the height of fuel in the float chamber and is critical with regard to carburetor calibration and function [J1]
Turn carburetor upside down and hold so gasket surface is horizontalThe weight of the float will close the float valve needleRest CIVIC Float Gauge, PIN 324891on gasket surface and slide gauge up, next to floatTop of float should be between notches on gauge
9.9615 HP
2 THRU HP
Use notch that is indicated "9.915 HP Be certain gauge is not holding down the float If float level is not between the notches of gauge, lightly bend metal float arm to adjust levelBe careful not to force float needle valve into seat
7Check for correct float drop dimensionThis dimension affects the full opening of the inlet needle and is critical to correct operation of the carburetorWith carburetor body in normal running position, the float must drop open to dimension shownTo adjust, bend tab on float arm where tab contacts float seat