The “telltale” of an outboard motor is a feature that signals to the operator that the cooling system is working properly. The narrow passage of the telltale can easily become clogged. The telltale clearing tool of the present invention comprises an attachment mechanism, a float, and a path-clearing mechanism. The attachment mechanism allows the tool to be secured to a variety of locations on a boat for easy access when the tool is needed. The float ensures the tool will not sink if dropped in the water. The path-clearing mechanism is flexible enough to traverse the narrow passage of the telltale, but not so rigid as to puncture or tear the tubing, and further is of sufficient length to clear most clogs, but not long enough to enter and/or damage the fuel cooler.


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    Title :

    TELLTALE CLEARING TOOL


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    2024-06-06


    Type of media :

    Patent


    Type of material :

    Electronic Resource


    Language :

    English


    Classification :

    IPC:    B08B Reinigen allgemein , CLEANING IN GENERAL / B63H Schiffsantrieb oder Steuerung der Schiffe , MARINE PROPULSION OR STEERING



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