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115 O WNER’S MANU AL 6N6-28199-1H U .S.A.Edition LIT -18626-07-95 q Read this manual carefully bef ore operating this outboard motor . 6N6-9-1H Hyoshi 08.2.21 9:42 ページ 1[...]
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EMU25062 ZMU01690 Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating. This manual should stay with the outboard motor if it is sold. 6N6-9-1H Hyoshi 08.2.21 9:42 ページ 2[...]
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Important manual information EMU31283 To the owner Thank you for choosing a Yamaha outboard motor. This Owner’s Manual contains infor- mation needed for proper operation, mainte- nance and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you ob- tain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha. If you have any question about the o[...]
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Table of contents Safety information ............................. 1 Outboard motor safety .................... 1 Propeller ............................................ 1 Rotating parts .................................... 1 Hot parts ........................................... 1 Electric shock .................................... 1 Power trim and [...]
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Table of contents Fuel gauge ...................................... 28 Trip meter / Clock / Voltmeter ......... 28 Fuel level-alert indicator .................. 29 Low battery voltage-alert indicator ........................................ 29 Analog tachometer ........................ 29 Oil level indicators (three indicators 2) ..................[...]
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Table of contents Checking water in engine oil tank ... 63 Checking wiring and connectors ..... 63 Checking propeller .......................... 63 Removing propeller ......................... 64 Installing propeller ........................... 64 Changing gear oil ............................ 65 Inspecting and replacing anode(s) ..................[...]
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1 Safety information EMU33622 Outboard motor safety Observe these precautions at all times. EMU36500 Propeller People can be injured or killed if they come in contact with the propeller. The propeller can keep moving even when the motor is in neutral, and sharp edges of the propeller can cut even when stationary. ● Shut off the engine when a pers[...]
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Safety information 2 EMU33820 Gasoline exposure and spills Take care not to spill gasoline. If gasoline spills, wipe it up immediately with dry rags. Dispose of rags properly. If any gasoline spills onto your skin, immedi- ately wash with soap and water. Change clothing if gasoline spills on it. If you swallow gasoline, inhale a lot of gaso- line v[...]
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Safety information 3 dling and lead to an accident, capsizing or swamping. EMU33771 Avoid collisions Scan constantly for people, objects, and other boats. Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others. Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people, ob- jects, and other boats. ● Do[...]
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Safety information 4 go to boatus.org. EMU33880 Passenger training Make sure at least one other passenger is trained to operate the boat in the event of an emergency. EMU33890 Boating safety publications Be informed about boating safety. Additional publications and information can be obtained from many boating organizations. EMU33590 Laws and regul[...]
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Safety information 5 EMU33700 Steering and sailing rules and sound signals Whenever two vessels on the water meet one another, one vessel has the right-of- way; it is called the “stand-on” vessel. The vessel that does not have the right-of-way is called the “give-way” or “burdened”vessel. These rules determine which vessel has the right[...]
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Safety information 6 Crossing When two power driven vessels are crossing each other’s path close enough to run the risk of collision, the vessel which has the oth- er on the starboard (right) side must keep out of the way of the other. If the other vessel is on your right, you must keep out of its way; you are the Give-Way vessel. If the other ve[...]
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Safety information 7 Reading buoys and other markers The waters of the United States are marked for safe navigation by the lateral system of buoyage. Simply put, buoys and markers have an arrangement of shapes, colors, numbers and lights to show which side of the buoy a boater should pass on when navigat- ing in a particular direction. The markings[...]
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Safety information 8 ZMU01708[...]
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9 General information EMU25171 Identification numbers record EMU25183 Outboard motor serial number The outboard motor serial number is stamped on the label attached to the port side of the clamp bracket. Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha dealer or for reference in [...]
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General information 10 EMU33520 Read manuals and labels Before operating or working on this motor: ● Read this manual. ● Read any manuals supplied with the boat. ● Read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat. If you need any additional information, contact your Yamaha dealer. EMU33831 Warning labels If these labels are damaged or missi[...]
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General information 11 12 3 ZMU05670[...]
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General information 12 EMU33843 Symbols The following symbols mean as follows. Notice/Warning Read Owner’s Manual Hazard caused by continuous rotation Electrical hazard Remote control lever/gear shift lever operat- ing direction, dual direction Engine start/ Engine cranking ZMU05696 ZMU05664 ZMU05665 ZMU05666 ZMU05667 ZMU05668[...]
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13 Specifications and requirements EMU31480 Specifications T IP: “(AL)” stated in the specification data below represents the numerical value for the alumi- num propeller installed. Likewise, “(SUS)” represents the value for stainless steel propeller installed and “(PL)” for plastic propeller installed. EMU2821C Dimension: Overall lengt[...]
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Specifications and requirements 14 Gear oil quantity: 0.760 L (0.803 US qt, 0.669 Imp.qt) Tightening torque for engine: Spark plug: 25.0 Nm (2.55 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb) Propeller nut: 55.0 Nm (5.61 kgf-m, 40.6 ft-lb) EMU33553 Installation requirements EMU33563 Boat horsepower rating W ARNING EWM01560 Overpowering a boat can cause severe instability. Be[...]
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Specifications and requirements 15 boat. WARNING! Do not put flammable items, or loose heavy or metal objects in the same compartment as the battery. Fire, explosion or sparks could result. [EWM01820] EMU36300 Multiple batteries To connect multiple batteries, such as for multiple engine configurations or for an ac- cessory battery, consult your Yam[...]
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Specifications and requirements 16 another outboard motor manufacturer’s factory-brand TC-W3 oil. EMU36360 Fuel requirements EMU36780 Gasoline Use a good quality gasoline that meets the minimum octane rating. If knocking or ping- ing occurs, use a different brand of gasoline or premium unleaded fuel. Yamaha re- comends that you use alcohol-free ([...]
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Specifications and requirements 17 EMU36880 Muddy or acidic water Yamaha strongly recommends that you have your dealer install the optional chromium- plated water pump kit if you use the outboard motor in muddy or acidic water conditions. However, depending on the model it might not be required. EMU36330 Anti-fouling paint A clean hull improves boa[...]
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Specifications and requirements 18 1. Manufactured date label location 1 ZMU04618[...]
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19 Components EMU2579H Components diagram T IP: * May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all mod- els. 115 EMU26181 Remote control box The remote control lever actuates both the shifter and the throttle. The electrical switch- es are mounted on the remote control box. 4 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 5 6 12 11 13 14 15 16 17[...]
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Components 20 EMU26190 Remote control lever Moving the lever forward from the neutral po- sition engages forward gear. Pulling the le- ver back from neutral engages reverse. The engine will continue to run at idle until the le- ver is moved about 35° (a detent can be felt). Moving the lever farther opens the throttle, and the engine will begin to [...]
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Components 21 EMU26221 Choke switch To activate the choke system, press in the main switch while the key is turned to the “” (on) or “ ” (start) position. The choke system will then supply the rich fuel mixture required to start the engine. When the key is released, the choke will switch off automatically. EMU25973 Throttle friction adjuste[...]
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Components 22 thrown forward. [EWM00122] EMU26011 Choke knob for pull type To supply the engine with the rich fuel mix- ture required to start, pull out this knob. EMU26090 Main switch The main switch controls the ignition system; its operation is described below. ● “” (off) With the main switch in the “ ” (off) posi- tion, the electrical[...]
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Components 23 EMU26153 Power trim and tilt switch on bottom engine cowling The power trim and tilt switch is located on the side of the bottom engine cowling. Press- ing the switch “ ” (up) trims the outboard motor up, and then tilts it up. Pressing the switch “ ” (down) tilts the outboard motor down and trims it down. When the switch is re[...]
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Components 24 EMU26341 Tilt support lever for power trim and tilt model To keep the outboard motor in the tilted up position, lock the tilt support lever to the clamp bracket. NOTICE ECM00660 Do not use the tilt support lever or knob when trailering the boat. The outboard motor could shake loose from the tilt sup- port and fall. If the motor cannot[...]
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Components 25 cable is operating correctly before rein- stalling the top cowling. ● When the release lever is operated, both the front and rear cowling hooks should be released at the same time. If not, adjust the rear clamp cable adjust- ers. ● Make sure the cable operates smoothly and is free of corrosion. ● Check that the cable is properly[...]
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26 Instruments and indicators EMU26493 Digital tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed and has the following functions. All segments of the display will light momen- tarily after the main switch is turned on and will return to normal thereafter. T IP: The water separator and engine trouble-alert indicators only operate when the engine is e[...]
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Instruments and indicators 27 alert indicator will start to blink. For further in- formation, see page 31. NOTICE ECM00030 Do not operate the engine without oil. Se- rious engine damage will occur. EMU26583 Overheat-alert indicator If the engine temperature rises too high, the alert indicator will start to blink. For further in- formation on readin[...]
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Instruments and indicators 28 EMU26712 Fuel gauge Eight segments indicate the fuel level. When all segments are showing, the fuel tank is full. The fuel level reading can be inaccurate due to by the position of the sensor in the fuel tank and the attitude of the boat in the water. Operation with bow-up trim or continuous turning can give false read[...]
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Instruments and indicators 29 connecting the battery will stop the clock. Reset the clock after connecting the battery. EMU36080 Voltmeter The voltmeter displays the charge of the bat- tery in volts(V). EMU26721 Fuel level-alert indicator If the fuel level decreases to one segment, the fuel level alert segment will blink. Do not continue to operate[...]
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Instruments and indicators 30 EMU26611 Analog trim meter This gauge shows the trim angle of your out- board motor. Memorize the trim angles that work best for your boat under different conditions. Adjust the trim angle to the desired setting with the power trim and tilt switch. 1. Oil level indicators ZMU04580 1 ZMU04581[...]
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31 Engine control system EMU26803 Alert system NOTICE ECM00091 Do not continue to operate the engine if a alert device has activated. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. EMU2681A Overheat alert This engine has an overheat-alert device. If the engine temperature rises too high, the alert device will activate. ?[...]
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Engine control system 32 ● The buzzer will sound (if equipped on the tiller handle, remote control box, or main switch panel). If the alert system has been activated, stop the engine and check for the cause. T IP: The alert for oil filter clogging is similar to the alerts for low oil level and overheating. To make troubleshooting easier, check fo[...]
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33 Installation EMU26902 Installation The information presented in this section is intended as reference only. It is not possible to provide complete instructions for every possible boat and motor combination. Prop- er mounting depends in part on experience and the specific boat and motor combination. W ARNING EWM01590 ● Overpowering a boat could[...]
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Installation 34 NOTICE ECM01630 ● During water testing, check the buoy- ancy of the boat, at rest, with its maxi- mum load. Check that the static water level on the exhaust housing is low enough to prevent water entry into the power head when water rises due to waves when the outboard is not run- ning. ● Incorrect engine height or obstructions [...]
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35 Operation EMU36380 First-time operation EMU27020 Breaking in engine Your new engine requires a period of break- in to allow mating surfaces of moving parts to wear in evenly. Correct break-in will help en- sure proper performance and longer engine life. NOTICE ECM00140 ● Failure to follow the break-in procedure could result in reduced engine l[...]
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Operation 36 dent could occur. NOTICE ECM00120 Do not start the engine out of water. Over- heating and serious engine damage can occur. EMU37150 Fuel level Be sure you have plenty of fuel for your trip. A good rule is to use 1/3 of your fuel to get to the destination, 1/3 to return, and to keep 1/ 3 as an emergency reserve. With the boat level on a[...]
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Operation 37 ● Operate the throttle levers several times to make sure there is no hesitation in their travel. Operation should be smooth over the complete range of motion, and each le- ver should return completely to the idle po- sition. ● Look for loose or damaged connections of the throttle and shift cables under the en- gine cowling. EMU3648[...]
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Operation 38 EMU37520 Install cowling 1. Be sure that a cowling lock lever is re- leased. 2. Be sure that the rubber seal is seated all the way around the engine. 3. Set the top cowling straight down onto the engine, being careful to avoid catch- ing spark plug wires or other wires. 4. Align the three cowling hooks with the locks on the bottom cowl[...]
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Operation 39 1. Check the power trim and tilt unit for any sign of oil leaks. 2. Operate each of the power trim and tilt switches on the remote control and en- gine bottom cowling to check that all switches work. 3. Tilt the outboard motor up and check that the tilt rod and trim rods are extend- ed completely. 4. Use the tilt support lever to lock [...]
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Operation 40 EMU27234 Filling fuel and engine oil EMU30321 Filling fuel for models without a fuel joint W ARNING EWM01830 ● Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam- mable and explosive. Always refuel ac- cording to this procedure to reduce the risk of fire and explosion. ● Gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or death. Handle gasoline wit[...]
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Operation 41 oil injection system will automatically feed oil from the remote oil tank to the engine oil tank. 3. After the engine oil tank has filled, turn off the main switch to cancel the oil level alert. 4. Operate the engine normally. NOTICE ECM00570 When the engine is operated for the first time or stored for a period of time, a min- imum of [...]
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Operation 42 EMU27321 Oil level indicator operation The various functions of the oil level system are as follows: EMU27383 Oil level indicator Electric start models Oil level-alert indicator (digital tachometer) Oil level-alert indicator (analog tachometer) Engine oil tank Remote oil tank Remarks Green more than 300 cm 3 (0.32 US qt, 0.26 Imp qt) m[...]
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Operation 43 EMU27451 Operating engine EMU27482 Feeding fuel W ARNING EWM00420 ● Before starting the engine, make sure that the boat is tightly moored and that you can steer clear of any obstructions. Be sure there are no swimmers in the water near you. ● When the air vent screw is loosened, gasoline vapor will be released. Gaso- line is highly[...]
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Operation 44 T IP: The start-in-gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu- tral. 2. Attach the engine shut-off cord to a se- cure place on your clothing, or your arm or leg. Then install the clip on the other end of the cord into the engine shut-off switch. 3. Turn the main switch to “ ” (on). 4. Open the throt[...]
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Operation 45 7. Immediately after the engine starts, re- lease the main switch and allow it to re- turn to “ ” (on). NOTICE: Never turn the main switch to “ ” (start) while the engine is running. Do not keep the starter motor turning for more than 5 seconds. If the starter motor is turned continuously for more than 5 seconds, the battery wi[...]
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Operation 46 ● Confirm that removing the clip from the en- gine shut-off switch stops the engine. ● Confirm that the engine cannot be started with the clip removed from the engine shut-off switch. EMU31730 Shifting W ARNING EWM00180 Before shifting, make sure there are no swimmers or obstacles in the water near you. NOTICE ECM01610 Warm up the [...]
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Operation 47 EMU31742 Stopping boat W ARNING EWM01510 ● Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the boat as it could cause you to lose control, be ejected, or im- pact the steering wheel or other parts of the boat. This could increase the risk of serious injury. It could also damage the shift mechanism. ● Do not shift into reverse [...]
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Operation 48 EMU27884 Adjusting trim angle (Power trim and tilt) W ARNING EWM00753 ● Be sure all people are clear of the out- board motor when adjusting the trim angle. Body parts can be crushed be- tween the motor and the clamp bracket when the motor is trimmed or tilted. ● Use caution when trying a trim position for the first time. Increase s[...]
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Operation 49 cy to steer to one side or the other. Compen- sate for this as you steer. The trim tab can also be adjusted to help offset this effect. When the bow of the boat is down, it is easier to accelerate from a standing start onto plane. Bow Up Too much trim-out puts the bow of the boat too high in the water. Performance and econ- omy are dec[...]
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Operation 50 few minutes. Otherwise fuel may leak. NOTICE ECM00241 ● Before tilting the outboard motor, stop the engine by following the procedure on page 47. Never tilt the outboard mo- tor while the engine is running. Severe damage from overheating can result. ● Do not tilt up the engine by pushing the tiller handle (if equipped) because this[...]
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Operation 51 and tilt switch “ ” (down) to retract the trim rods. NOTICE: Be sure to retract the trim rods completely during mooring. This protects the rods from marine growth and corrosion which could damage the power trim and tilt mechanism. [ECM00251] EMU33120 Procedure for tilting down (power trim and tilt models) 1. Push the power trim and[...]
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Operation 52 2. Slightly tilt the outboard motor up to the desired position using the power trim and tilt switch. WARNING! Using the power trim and tilt switch on the bot- tom cowling while the boat is moving or engine is on could increase the risk of falling overboard and could distract the operator, increasing the risk of collision with another b[...]
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53 Maintenance EMU28226 Transporting and storing outboard motor W ARNING EWM00692 ● USE CARE when transporting fuel tank, whether in a boat or car. ● DO NOT fill fuel container to maximum capacity. Gasoline will expand consid- erably as it warms up and can build up pressure in the fuel container. This can cause fuel leakage and a potential fire[...]
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Maintenance 54 Stabilizer” eliminates the need to drain the fuel system. Consult your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic if the fuel system is to be drained instead. 3. Remove the top cowling and silencer cover/cap. Remove the propeller. 4. Install the flushing attachment over the cooling water inlet. NOTICE: Do not run the engine without [...]
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Maintenance 55 oil and procedures for your engine. EMU28423 Cleaning and anticorrosion measures 1. Wash down the exterior of the outboard motor with fresh water and dry off com- pletely. NOTICE: Do not spray water into the air intake. [ECM01840] 2. Spray the outboard motor exterior with “Yamaha Silicone Protectant”. 3. Wax the cowling with a no[...]
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Maintenance 56 cooling the engine, which can cause serious overheating. Be sure the con- nector is tightened securely on the fitting after flushing the engine. [ECM00541] T IP: ● When flushing the engine with the boat in the water, tilting up the outboard motor un- til it is completely out of the water will achieve better results. ● For cooling[...]
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Maintenance 57 have the mechanical skills, tools, and other equipment necessary to perform mainte- nance not covered by this owner’s manual. EMU28511 Replacement parts If replacement parts are necessary, use only genuine Yamaha parts or parts of equivalent design and quality. Any part of inferior quality may malfunction, and the resulting loss of[...]
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Maintenance 58 EMU34445 Maintenance chart 1 T IP: ● Refer to the sections in this chapter for explanations of each owner-specific action. ● The maintenance cycle on these charts assume usage of 100 hours per year and regular flushing of the cooling water passages. Maintenance frequency should be adjusted when operating the engine under adverse [...]
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Maintenance 59 Fuel line(High pres- sure) Inspection or replace- ment as necessary Fuel line(Low pres- sure) Inspection Fuel line(Low pres- sure) Inspection or replace- ment as necessary Fuel pump Inspection or replace- ment as necessary Fuel/oil leakage Inspection Gear oil Replacement Greasing points Greasing Impeller/water pump housing Inspection[...]
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Maintenance 60 EMU34451 Maintenance chart 2 Main switch/stop switch/chok e s witch Inspection or replace- ment as necessary (Y amaha) Meter/gauge Inspection Item Actions Every 1000 hours Guide exhaust/e xhaust manifold Inspection or replace- ment as necessary Item Actions Initial Every 20 hours (3 months) 100 hours (1 year) 300 hours (3 years) 500 [...]
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Maintenance 61 EMU28932 Greasing Yamaha marine grease (Water resistant grease) 115 EMU28955 Cleaning and adjusting spark plug The spark plug is an important engine com- ponent and is easy to inspect. The condition of the spark plug can indicate something about the condition of the engine. For exam- ple, if the center electrode porcelain is very whi[...]
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Maintenance 62 to slowly break down and erode. If electrode erosion becomes excessive, or if carbon and other deposits are excessive, you should re- place the spark plug with another of the cor- rect type. 1. Remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs. 2. Remove the spark plug. If electrode ero- sion becomes excessive, or if carbon and other d[...]
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Maintenance 63 parts while the engine is running. NOTICE ECM00490 This procedure must be performed while the outboard motor is in the water. A flushing attachment or test tank can be used. A diagnostic tachometer should be used for this procedure. Results may vary depending on whether testing is conducted with the flushing attachment, in a test tan[...]
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Maintenance 64 Turn off the battery cut-off switch if your boat has one. Do not use your hand to hold the propeller when loosening or tightening the propeller nut. Put a wood block between the anti-cavi- tation plate and the propeller to prevent the propeller from turning. Checkpoints ● Check each of the propeller blades for wear, erosion from ca[...]
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Maintenance 65 shaft. 2. Install the spacer (if equipped), thrust washer, washer (if equipped), and pro- peller on the propeller shaft. NOTICE: Be sure to install the thrust washer before installing the propeller, other- wise the lower case and propeller boss could be damaged. [ECM01880] 3. Install the spacer (if equipped) and the washer. Tighten t[...]
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Maintenance 66 been drained. If the oil is milky, water is getting into the gear case which can cause gear damage. Consult a Yamaha dealer for repair of the lower unit seals. [ECM00711] T IP: For disposal of used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer. 5. Put the outboard motor in a vertical po- sition. Using a flexible or pressurized fill- ing device, in[...]
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Maintenance 67 EMU29322 Checking battery (for electric start models) W ARNING EWM01900 Battery electrolytic fluid is poisonous and caustic, and batteries generate ex- plosive hydrogen gas. When working near the battery: ● Wear protective eye gear and rubber gloves. ● Do not smoke or bring any other source of ignition near the battery. Refer to [...]
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Maintenance 68 cables must be clean and properly con- nected, or the battery will not start the engine. EMU29371 Disconnecting the battery 1. Turn off the battery cut-off switch (if equipped) and main switch. NOTICE: If they are left on, the electrical system can be damaged. [ECM01930] 2. Disconnect the negative cable(s) from the negative (-) termi[...]
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69 Trouble Recovery EMU29427 Troubleshooting A problem in the fuel, compression, or igni- tion systems can cause poor starting, loss of power, or other problems. This section de- scribes basic checks and possible remedies, and covers all Yamaha outboard motors. Therefore some items may not apply to your model. If your outboard motor requires repair[...]
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Trouble Recovery 70 Q. Is fuel system obstructed? A. Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or other obstructions in fuel system. Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale? A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel. Q. Is fuel filter clogged? A. Clean or replace filter. Q. Have ignition parts failed? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Has alert system activat[...]
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Trouble Recovery 71 Q. Is load on boat improperly distributed? A. Distribute load to place boat on an even plane. Q. Is water pump or thermostat faulty? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Is there excess water in fuel filter cup? A. Drain filter cup. Engine power loss. Q. Is propeller damaged? A. Have propeller repaired or replaced. Q. Is prop[...]
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Trouble Recovery 72 Q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect? A. Connect correctly. Q. Is heat range of spark plug incorrect? A. Inspect spark plug and replace it with rec- ommended type. Q. Is high pressure fuel pump drive belt bro- ken? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Is engine not responding properly to shift lever position? A. Have service[...]
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Trouble Recovery 73 Consult your Yamaha dealer if the new fuse immediately blows again. EMU29524 Power trim and tilt will not operate If the engine cannot be tilted up or down with the power trim and tilt because of a dis- charged battery or a failure with the power trim and tilt unit, the engine can be tilted manually. 1. Loosen the manual valve s[...]
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Trouble Recovery 74 wheel or other moving parts when the engine is running. Do not install the starter mechanism or top cowling after the engine is running. ● Do not touch the ignition coil, spark plug wire, spark plug cap, or other elec- trical components when starting or op- erating the motor. You could get an electrical shock. EMU29562 Emergen[...]
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Trouble Recovery 75 and start the engine. Repeat if neces- sary. EMU29671 Engine fails to operate EMU29742 Low oil level alert activates If the oil level is allowed to drop too low, the red segment will appear on the oil level indi- cator, the buzzer will sound, and engine speed will be limited to about 2000 r/min. If this happens, a reserve amount[...]
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Trouble Recovery 76 operation. The yellow segment will con- tinue to be displayed on the oil level indi- cator. 5. Start the engine and return to the near- est port for more oil. T IP: ● The maximum reserve oil capacity is 1500 cm 3 (1.6 US qt, 1.31 Imp qt). ● The oil-feed pump will not operate if the engine is tilted up more than 35°. Put the[...]
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77 Consumer information EMU29811 Important warranty information for U.S.A. and Canada[...]
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Consumer information 79 EMU29820 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. OUTBOARD MOTOR TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY[...]
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