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EMU01209

START-IN-GEAR PROTECTION

Yamaha outboard motors or Yamaha
approved remote control units are
equipped with start-in-gear protection
device(s). This feature permits the engine
to be started only when it is Neutral.
Always select Neutral before starting the
engine.

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Summary of Contents for 115A

Page 1: ...115A 130A L130A 150A V150A LIT 18626 04 57 115A 130A L130A 150A V150A OWNER S MANUAL U S A Edition ...

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Page 3: ...tions that must be taken to avoid damage to the outboard motor NOTE A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer Yamaha continually seeks advance ments in product design and quality Therefore while this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing there may be minor discrepancies between your machine and this manual If there is any ...

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Page 5: ...EMA20010 CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION BASIC COMPONENTS OPERATION MAINTENANCE TROUBLE RECOVERY INDEX E 1 2 3 4 5 6 READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR ...

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Page 7: ...serial number 1 1 Key number 1 1 EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION 1 2 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 3 IMPORTANT LABELS 1 5 BASIC BOATING RULES 1 6 FUELING INSTRUCTIONS 1 10 Gasoline petrol 1 11 Engine oil 1 11 BATTERY REQUIREMENT 1 12 PROPELLER SELECTION 1 12 START IN GEAR PROTECTION 1 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 E ...

Page 8: ...in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha dealer or for reference in case your out board motor is stolen 1 Outboard motor serial number EMU00008 KEY NUMBER If a main key switch is equipped with the motor the key identification number is stamped on your key as shown in the illustration Record this number in the space provided for reference in case you need a new key 1 Key number E 1 401012 904011 12...

Page 9: ...el of Emission control certificate This label is attached to the bottom cowl ing 1 Emission control information label Existing Technology N A Manufactured date label This label is attached to the clamp bracket or the swivel bracket 2 Manufactured date label EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO 2001 U S EPA REGULATIONS FOR MARINE SI ENGINES FELs SPARK PLUG IDLE SPEED r...

Page 10: ...fully Make sure there are no gas fumes or leaking fuel before starting the engine 8 This product emits exhaust gases which contain carbon monoxide a colorless odorless gas which may cause brain damage or death when inhaled Symp toms include nausea dizziness and drowsiness Keep cockpit and cabin areas well ventilated Avoid blocking exhaust outlets 8 Check throttle shift and steering for proper oper...

Page 11: ...ny organizations including the following United States Coast Guard Consumer Affairs Staff G BC Office of Boating Public and Consumer Affairs U S Coast Guard Headquarters Washington D C 20593 0001 Boating Safety Hotline 1 800 368 5647 National Marine Manufacturers Association NMMA 401 N Michigan Ave Chicago Il 60611 Marine Retailers Association of America 155 N Michigan Ave Chicago Il 60601 ...

Page 12: ...ITY 10 5 LITERS 11 1 U S qt 9 2 IMP qt WARNING Be sure shift control is in neutral before starting engine except 2HP Do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or during operation Keep hands hair and clothes away from flywheel and other rotating parts while engine is running 6A1 83625 41 WARNING 6K1 83623 41 YAMAHA Use only a counterclockwise rotation propeller with this engine Counterc...

Page 13: ...ened ves sel These rules determine which vessel has the right of way and what each vessel should do Stand on Vessel The vessel with the right of way has the duty to continue its course and speed except to avoid an immediate collision When you maintain your direction and speed the other vessel will be able to determine how best to avoid you Give way Vessel The vessel which does not have the right o...

Page 14: ...n the risk of collision neither of you has the right of way Both of you should alter course to avoid an accident You should keep the other vessel on your port left side This rule doesn t apply if both of you will clear one another if you continue on your set course and speed Crossing When two power driven vessels are cross ing each other s path close enough to run the risk of collision the vessel ...

Page 15: ...d normally be given the right of way The exceptions to this are 1 When the sailing vessel is overtaking the power driven vessel the power dri ven vessel has the right of way 2 Sailing vessels should keep clear of any fishing vessel 3 In a narrow channel a sailing vessel should not hamper the safe passage of a power driven vessel which can navi gate only in such a channel Reading Buoys and Other Ma...

Page 16: ...ad of naviga MAIN CHANNEL BUOYS 1 3 5 7 tion Leave to port left proceeding upstream LIGHTED BUOY Port Hand White Light Green Light old new old new old new LIGHTED BUOY Starboard Hand 2 4 6 Even number increasing toward head of naviga tion Leave to starboard right proceeding up stream White Light Red Light A LIGHTED SAFE WATER BUOY No number Marks midchannel pass on either side Letter has no latera...

Page 17: ...ly with dry rags 8 Do not overfill the fuel tank 8 Tighten the filler cap securely after refueling 8 If you should swallow some gasoline inhale a lot of gasoline vapor or get gasoline in your eyes get immediate medical attention 8 If any gasoline spills onto your skin immediately wash with soap and water Change clothing if gasoline spills on it 8 Touch the fuel nozzle to the filler open ing or fun...

Page 18: ...nol can be used if ethanol content does not exceed 10 and the fuel meets minimum octane ratings Gasohol containing methanol is not recommended by Yama ha because it can cause fuel system dam age or engine performance problems EMU00858 ENGINE OIL If the recommended engine oil is not available another 2 stroke engine oil with a NMMA certified TC W3 rating may be used E Recommended engine oil YAMALUB...

Page 19: ...start model E Minimum cold crank performance 380 Amps at 17 8 C 0 F Minimum reserve capacity 124 minutes at 26 7 C 80 F EMU01395 PROPELLER SELECTION The performance of your outboard motor will be critically affected by your choice of propeller as an incorrect choice could adversely affect performance and could also seriously damage the motor Engine speed depends on the propeller size and boat load...

Page 20: ...r outboard that is best suited to your application NOTE At full throttle and under a maximum boat load the engine s rpm should be within the upper half of the full throttle operating range as listed in SPECIFICA TIONS on page 4 1 Select a propeller which fulfills this requirement If operating under conditions which allow the engine s rpm to rise above the maxi mum recommended range such as light b...

Page 21: ...TION Yamaha outboard motors or Yamaha approved remote control units are equipped with start in gear protection device s This feature permits the engine to be started only when it is Neutral Always select Neutral before starting the engine ...

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Page 23: ... 2 9 Trim tab 2 9 Power trim tilt switch 2 10 Digital tachometer 2 11 Digital speedometer 2 14 Fuel management meter 2 17 Tilt support lever 2 21 Top cowling lock levers 2 21 Top cowling release lever 2 21 Flushing device 2 22 WARNING SYSTEM 2 23 Overheat warning 2 23 Oil level warning Oil filter clogging warning 2 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 E ...

Page 24: ...opeller 7 Cooling water inlet 8 Anode 9 Clamp bracket 0 Power trim and tilt unit q Cowling release lever 1 Cowling lock lever 2 w Choke knob e Top cowling r Cooling water pilot hole t Remote control box Side mount type y Remote control box Binnacle mount type u Switch panel For use withy i Digital tachometer o Digital speedmeter p Remote oil tank 1 V4 2 V6 May not be exactly as shown also may not ...

Page 25: ... Flushing device 3 Tilt support lever 4 Anti cavitation plate 5 Trim tab Anode 6 Propeller 7 Cooling water inlet 8 Anode 9 Clamp bracket 0 Power trim and tilt unit q Cowling lock lever w Choke knob e Top cowling r Cooling water pilot hole t Remote control box Side mount type y Digital tachometer u Digital speedmeter i Remote oil tank May not be exactly as shown also may not be included as standard...

Page 26: ...ctrical switches are mounted on the remote control box å Side mount remote control box Binnacle mount remote control box ç Switch panel for use with 1 Remote control lever 2 Neutral interlock trigger 3 Neutral throttle lever 4 Free accelerator 5 Main switch 6 Engine stop lanyard switch 7 Power trim tilt switch 8 Throttle friction adjusting A q r u u 702051 i B ON START OFF ON START OFF 703024 y t ...

Page 27: ... Neutral 2 Forward 3 Reverse 4 Shift 5 Fully closed 6 Throttle 7 Fully open EMC50110 Neutral interlock trigger To shift out of Neutral the neutral inter lock trigger of the remote control lever must first be pulled up EMC50210 Neutral throttle lever To open the throttle without shifting into either Forward or Reverse place the remote control lever in the Neutral posi tion and lift the neutral thro...

Page 28: ...d off The key can be removed 8 ON Electrical circuits switched on The key cannot be removed 8 START Starter motor will turn and start engine When the key is released it returns auto matically to ON EMC50310 Choke switch While the main switch is being pressed in at ON or START the choke system will switch on to supply a rich mixture required to start the engine When the key is released it will swit...

Page 29: ...at from running away under power w 8 Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a secure place on your clothing your arm or leg while operating 8 Do not attach the lanyard to clothing that could tear loose Do not route the lanyard in such a way that it could become entangled preventing it from functioning 8 Avoid accidentally pulling the lanyard during normal operation Loss of engine power means the...

Page 30: ...o on the control cover Pushing the switch UP trims the motor up then tilts the motor up Press ing the switch DN tilts the motor down and trims the motor down When the switch button is released the motor will stop in its current position NOTE 8 On the dual engine control the switch on the remote control grip controls both engines at the same time 8 Refer to the sections Adjusting Trim Angle and Til...

Page 31: ... The free accelerator button will return automatically to its set position The remote control will then engage Forward and Reverse nor mally 701035 702035 EMU01155 Throttle Friction Adjusting Screw A friction device in the remote control box provides adjustable resistance to move ment of the remote control lever and can be set according to operator preference An adjusting screw is located on the f...

Page 32: ...ab 1 Trim tab 2 Bolt 3 Cap cC The trim tab also serves as an anode to protect the engine from electroche mical corrosion Never paint the trim tab as it will become ineffective as an anode Boat tends to veer To the left port side To the right starboard side The rear end of trim tab Turn the left port side A in the figure Turn the right starboard side B in the figure 2 9 E EMC42010 CHOKE KNOB Pullin...

Page 33: ...wn When the switch button is released the motor will stop in its current position w Use the power trim tilt switch located on the bottom engine cowling only when the boat is at a complete stop with the engine off Attempting to use the cowl ing mounted power trim tilt switch while the boat is moving could increase the risk of falling overboard and could distract the operator increasing the risk of ...

Page 34: ...icator and the overheat warning indicator 1 Tachometer 2 Trim meter 3 Hour meter 4 Oil level indicator 5 Overheat warning indicator 6 Set button 7 Mode button NOTE All segments of the display will light momentarily after the main switch is turned on and will return to normal there after EMU00136 Tachometer This meter shows the engine speed ...

Page 35: ...urs Simultaneously pressing the SET and MODE buttons for more than 1 second while the trip hours are displayed resets the trip counter to 0 zero NOTE The total number of hours the engine has been run cannot be reset EMU01109 Trim Meter This meter shows the trim angle of your outboard motor NOTE 8 Memorize the trim angles that work best for your boat under different condi tions Adjust the trim angl...

Page 36: ...e has activated If neces sary refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section in this manual Consult your deal er if the problem cannot be located and corrected EMU00138 Oil Level Indicator This indicator shows the engine oil level If the oil level falls below the lower limit the warning indicator will start to blink Refer to the sections FILLING OIL and OIL LEVEL WARNING for details 1 Oil level indicator cC...

Page 37: ...P TIME BATT Km h knot mph km mile SPEED YAMAHA set mode 802016 TRIP TIME BATT Km h knot mph km mile SPEED YAMAHA set mode q w e r EMD40012 DIGITAL SPEEDOMETER This meter contains the speedometer fuel meter with warning trip meter clock and voltmeter with warning 1 Speedometer 2 Fuel meter 3 Trip meter clock voltmeter 4 Warning indicator NOTE After the main switch is first turned on all portions of...

Page 38: ...ata will be lost if the battery is disconnected 802025 TRIP TIME BATT Km h knot mph km mile SPEED YAMAHA set mode EMU01275 Clock This meter shows the current time Repeatedly push and release the mode button until the indicator on the face of the meter points to TIME To set the clock be sure the meter is in the TIME mode Press the set button the hour display will begin blinking Press the mode butto...

Page 39: ...TIME BATT Km h knot mph km mile SPEED YAMAHA set mode q w 802026 TRIP TIME BATT Km h knot mph km mile SPEED q w EMD40310 Fuel meter The fuel level is displayed by eight seg ments When all segments are showing the fuel is full cC The Yamaha fuel tank sensor is different from a conventional type sensor A wrong setting of the selector switch on the meter will give incorrect readings Consult Yamaha de...

Page 40: ...normal operation Watch the meter when turning on the main switch to make sure all segments come on 802021 TRIP TIME BATT Km h knot mph km mile SPEED YAMAHA P S gph I h ECON SYNC TTL FUEL MANAGEMENT set mode 2 6 5 4 3 1 ON liter l h gallon gph q EMD32010 Fuel flow meter The meter displays fuel flow within one hour at the rate of current engine opera tion If twin engines are installed on your boat t...

Page 41: ... SYNC TTL FUEL MANAGEMENT L g EMU01276 Fuel Consumption Meter This meter displays the total amount of fuel consumed since the meter was last reset Repeatedly push and release the mode button until the indicator on the face of the meter points to total TTL To reset the total fuel consumption to 0 press the set and mode buttons together NOTE 8 The meter displays gallon hour and liter depending upon ...

Page 42: ...Yamaha digital speedometer and fuel management meter calculates speed miles traveled and fuel econo my by water movement at the stern of the boat This distance can vary greatly from the actual distance traveled because of water currents sea swells and the condition of the water speed sensor partially plugged or damaged 8 Individual engines may slightly vary in their fuel consumption due to manufac...

Page 43: ...s 4 Starboard side engine speed is slightly higher 5 Starboard side engine speed is higher NOTE If the two engines speeds are not syn chronized while cruising they can be syn chronized by adjusting trim angle or throttle P S mpg Km L gph I h ECON SYNC TTL FUEL MANAGEMENT q w e r t P S mpg Km L gph I h ECON SYNC TTL FUEL MANAGEMENT EMU01207 Water Separator Warning Indicator If the water which has b...

Page 44: ...cing the cowling check to be sure it fits properly in the rubber seal Then lock the cowling again by mov ing the levers downward 403033 301021 301022 V6 V6 301023 V4 EMD64010 TOP COWLING RELEASE LEVER V4 The top cowling can be removed by operat ing the cowling release lever Pulling the front lever unlocks the top cowl ing for removal When refitting the top cowling 1 Set the top cowling straight do...

Page 45: ...oks should be released at the same time If not adjust the cable adjuster for the rear clamps 8 Make sure the cable operates smooth ly and is free of corrosion 8 Check that the cable is properly secured in the holder 8 When reinstalling the cowling insure that both the front and rear locks have operated properly If the cowling has not been locked prop erly some parts may be damaged by the top cowli...

Page 46: ...water inlet for clogging NOTE In case of dual engine drive Should the overheat warning system of one engine operate it slows down and the buzzer sounds This will cause the other engine to slow down and the buzzer to sound For the other engine the warning system can be released by shifting the remote control lever into the neutral 1 Digital tachometer 701054 703026 OFF START OFF START ON ON 605015 ...

Page 47: ...r oil filter clogging is simi lar to the warnings for low oil level and overheating For easy troubleshooting it is advisable to check for engine overheating first then oil level and finally oil filter clogging 1 Oil filter 001054 701054 703026 OFF START OFF START ON ON 213022 q 905012 q Warning device activation The engine speed will automatically decrease to about 2 000 r min The oil level warnin...

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Page 49: ... period of storage 3 8 BREAKING IN RUNNING IN ENGINE 3 9 STARTING ENGINE 3 11 WARMING UP ENGINE 3 15 SHIFTING 3 16 Forward 3 16 Reverse 3 16 STOPPING ENGINE 3 17 TRIMMING OUTBOARD MOTOR 3 18 Adjusting trim angle 3 19 DUAL ENGINE INSTALLATION SINGLE ENGINE RUNNING 3 21 TILTING UP DOWN 3 22 CRUISING IN OTHER CONDITIONS 3 24 Cruising in salt water 3 24 Cruising in turbid water 3 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 50: ...rne water spray while the boat is cruising Severe engine damage may result if the motor is operated continuously in the presence of airborne water spray NOTE During water testing check the buoyancy of the boat at rest with its maximum load Check that the static water level on the exhaust housing is low enough to prevent water entry into the powerhead when water rises due to waves when the outboard...

Page 51: ...he specific boat motor com bination 8 Your dealer or other person experi enced in proper rigging should mount the motor If you are mounting the motor yourself you should be trained by an experienced person permanent mounted type 8 Your dealer or other person experi enced in proper outboard motor mounting should show you how to mount your motor portable type Mount the outboard motor on the center l...

Page 52: ...ounting height is too high cavitation tends to occur thus reducing the propulsion and if the pro peller tips cut the air the engine speed will rise abnormally and cause the engine to overheat If the mounting height is too low the water resistance will increase and thereby reduce engine efficiency Mount the engine so that the anti cavita tion plate is in alignment with the bottom of the boat NOTE 8...

Page 53: ...s aromatics and oxy genates has increased These additives are important for the engines in passenger cars but they can have detrimental effects in marine engines particularly 2 cycle out boards because of increased deposits in the combustion chamber When enough deposits collect piston rings begin sticking Performance drops and engine wear increases dramatically While many additives available may r...

Page 54: ...ld result When remote oil tank is used Pour oil into the remote oil tank and turn the main switch to ON and the YAMAHA PRECISION BLEND SYSTEM automatical ly feeds the oil from the remote oil tank to the engine oil tank in the top cowling After refilling turn the main switch to OFF Then proceed to start the engine Other wise the oil level warning system may pre vent the engine from revving up cC Wh...

Page 55: ... 0 26 Imp qt or less More than 300 cm3 0 32 US qt 0 26 Imp qt 300 cm3 0 32 US qt 0 26 Imp qt or less More than 1 500 cm3 1 6 US qt 1 31 Imp qt More than 1 500 cm3 1 6 US qt 1 31 Imp qt 1 500 cm3 1 6 US qt 1 31 Imp qt or less No refilling necessary Add oil refer to oil filling Check oil filter for clog ging Check battery cable connection Buzzer will sound Engine speed is auto matically reduced to a...

Page 56: ...nd that there are no sharp objects near it Oil Check to be sure you have plenty of oil for your trip Controls Check throttle shift and steering for prop er operation before starting the engine The controls should work smoothly with out binding or unusual free play Look for loose or damaged connections Check operation of the starter and stop switches when the outboard moter is in the water Engine C...

Page 57: ...ting or during operation 8 Keep hands hair and clothes away from flywheel and other rotating parts while engine is running 3 Watch for oil flowing through the oil feed pipes After any air in the oil lines has been expelled YAMAHA PRECISION BLEND SYSTEM should supply oil normally If no oil has begun flowing after 10 minutes of idling consult your Yamaha dealer cC When operating the engine after a l...

Page 58: ...ix fuel must be used during break in running in in addition to oil in the YAMAHA PRECISION BLEND SYSTEM cC Make sure to mix gasoline petrol and oil completely otherwise your outboard motor may be damaged E Break in running in time 10 hours Break in running in premix ratio Gasoline petrol Oil 50 1 Mixing ratio 50 1 Gasoline Petrol Engine oil 0 02 L 0 24 L 0 28 L 0 48 L 0 02 US qt 0 25 US qt 0 30 US...

Page 59: ...celerate at full throttle onto plane then reduce engine speed to three quarter throttle approximately 4 000 r min Vary engine speed occasional ly Run at full throttle for one minute then allow about 10 minutes of opera tion at three quarter throttle or less to let the engine cool 4 Third through tenth hours Avoid operating at full throttle for more than 5 minutes at a time Let the engine cool betw...

Page 60: ... from open flames and sparks while loosening the air vent screw 8 This product emits exhaust gases which contain carbon monoxide a col orless odorless gas which may cause brain damage or death when inhaled Symptoms include nausea dizziness and drowsiness Keep cockpit and cabin areas well ventilated Avoid blocking exhaust outlets 1 If there is an air vent screw on the fuel tank cap loosen it 2 or 3...

Page 61: ...e lock plate on the other end of the lanyard in the engine stop switch w 8 Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a secure place on your clothing your arm or leg while operating 8 Do not attach the lanyard to clothing that could tear loose Do not route the lanyard where it could become entan gled preventing it from functioning 8 Avoid accidentally pulling the lanyard during normal operation Loss...

Page 62: ...N START OFF ON START OFF 703022 701063 N 702011 EMU00948 Electric Start Model 7 Open the throttle slightly without shifting using the neutral throttle lever or the free accelerator After the engine starts return the throttle to the original position NOTE The rotation angle of the neutral throttle lever or the free accelerator should be determined upon the engine temperature When the engine is cold...

Page 63: ...Turn the main switch to START and hold it for a maximum of 5 sec onds 10 Immediately after the engine starts release the main switch to return it to ON cC 8 Do not turn the main switch to START when the engine is running 8 Do not keep the starter motor turning for more than 5 seconds The starter can be damaged The battery will also run down quickly making it harder to start the engine If the engin...

Page 64: ...inuous flow of water from the pilot hole shows that the water pump is pumping water through the cooling pas sages If water is not flowing out of the pilot hole at all times while the engine is running do not continue to run the engine Overheating and serious dam age could occur Stop the engine and check to see if the water inlet on the lower casing is blocked If the problem cannot be found and cor...

Page 65: ...p the neutral interlock trigger If equipped and move the remote control lever quickly and firmly from Neutral to For ward REVERSE Pull up the neutral interlock trigger If equipped and move the remote control lever quickly and firmly from Neutral to Reverse w When operating in Reverse go slowly Do not open the throttle more than half Otherwise the boat may become unsta ble which could result in los...

Page 66: ...ecommended EMG41511 1 Turn the main switch to OFF NOTE The engine can also be stopped by pulling the lanyard from the engine stop switch then turning the main switch to OFF 2 Tighten the air vent screw on the fuel tank cap after stopping the engine if it is equipped 3 Remove the key if the boat will be left unattended E ON START OFF 701023 OFF OFF ON ON 703046 ...

Page 67: ... and propeller Correct trim is also affected by variables such as the load in the boat sea conditions and running speed w Excessive trim for the operating condi tions either trim up or trim down can cause boat instability and can make steering the boat more difficult This increases the possibility of an accident If the boat begins to feel unstable or is hard to steer slow down and or readjust the ...

Page 68: ...tch located on the bottom engine cowling if equipped only when the boat is at a complete stop with the engine off The outboard motor trim angle can be adjusted operating the power trim tilt switch 1 To raise the bow trim out push the switch UP To lower the bow trim in push the switch DN Make test runs with the trim set to differ ent angles to find the position that works best for your boat and ope...

Page 69: ... there is more air drag Excessive trim up can cause the propeller to ventilate which reduces performance further When trimmed out too much a boat may porpoise hop in the water which could throw the operator and pas sengers overboard EMU00283 Bow Down When the bow of the boat is down it is easier to accelerate from a standing start onto plane Too much trim in causes the boat to plow through the wat...

Page 70: ...ow speed cC If the boat is operated with one engine in the water but not running water may run into the exhaust pipe due to wave action causing engine trouble NOTE When you are maneuvering at low speed such as near a dock it is recommended that both engines be running with one in neutral gear Then if the engine you are using stops you can immediately switch to the other engine E 102043 ...

Page 71: ...dures under STOPPING ENGINE Never tilt the motor while the engine is running Severe damage from overheating can result w Be sure all people are clear of the out board motor when adjusting the tilt angle also be careful not to pinch any body parts between the drive unit and engine bracket w Leaking fuel is a fire hazard Disconnect the fuel line or close the fuel cock if the engine will be tilted fo...

Page 72: ... the power trim tilt switch UP until the outboard has tilted up com pletely E 302012 UP DOWN UP DN DOWN UP 702042 403033 3 Turn the tilt support lever toward you and support the engine w After tilting the engine be sure to sup port it with the tilt support lever Other wise the engine could fall back down suddenly if oil in the power trim tilt unit should lose pressure ...

Page 73: ... tilt rod 2 Release the tilt support lever 3 Push the power trim and tilt switch DN Down to lower the engine to the desired position EMH60010 CRUISING IN OTHER CONDITIONS CRUISING IN SALT WATER After operating in salt water wash out the cooling water passages with fresh water to prevent them from becoming clogged up with salt deposits NOTE Refer to cooling system flushing instruc tions in STORING ...

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Page 75: ...13 Cleaning fuel filter 4 14 Adjusting idling speed 4 15 Checking water trap under engine oil tank 4 16 Replacing fuse 4 17 Checking wiring and connectors 4 17 Exhaust leakage 4 17 Water leakage 4 17 Greasing 4 18 Checking power trim and tilt system 4 20 Checking propeller 4 21 Changing gear oil 4 23 Inspecting and replacing anode 4 24 Checking battery 4 25 Checking bolts and nuts 4 29 Motor exter...

Page 76: ...nge r min 9 Maximum output kW HP 9 Idling speed in neutral r min 4 500 5 500 84 6 115 at 5 000 r min 700 800 ENGINE 9 Engine type Number of cylinder Displacement cm3 cu in Bore stroke mm in 9 Ignition system 9 Spark plug NGK Spark plug gap mm in 9 Control system 9 Starting system 9 Battery capacity V AH kc Minimum cold crank performance Amps at 17 8 C 0 F Minimum reserve capacity minutes at 26 7 C...

Page 77: ...0 68 0 3 54 2 68 C D I system BR9HS 10 0 9 1 0 0 035 0 039 Remote control Electric start 12 70 252 100 360 380 124 12 20 Choke valve start system Forward Neutral Reverse 2 00 26 13 Power trim tilt K 25 2 5 18 55 5 5 40 Regular unleaded gasoline P O N minimum 86 YAMALUBE2STROKEOUTBOARDOILor an equivalent TC W3 certified outboard oil Remote 10 5 11 1 9 2 18 0 19 1 15 9 Engine 0 9 0 95 0 79 YAMAHA PR...

Page 78: ...9 Idling speed in neutral r min 4 500 5 500 110 3 150 at 5 000 r min 675 725 ENGINE 9 Engine type Number of cylinder Displacement cm3 cu in Bore stroke mm in 9 Ignition system 9 Spark plug NGK Spark plug gap mm in 9 Control system 9 Starting system 9 Battery capacity V AH kc Mimimum cold crank perfermance Amps at 17 8 C 0 F Minimum reserve capacity minutes at 26 7 C 80 F 9 Alternator output V A W ...

Page 79: ...d motor could shake loose from the tilt support and fall If the motor can not be trailered in the down position use an additional support device to secure it in the up position w 8 Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted even if a motor support bar is used Severe injury could occur if the outboard accidentally falls 8 USE CARE when transporting fuel tank whether in a boat or car DO NOT f...

Page 80: ...eason It is advisable to have your outboard ser viced by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to storage However the following proce dures can be performed by you the owner with a minimum of tools Filling Fuel Tank Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add one ounce of Yamaha fuel conditioner and sta bilizer Part No LUB FUELC 12 00 to each gallon of fuel NOTE The use of Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and S...

Page 81: ...oid running the outboard at high rpm while on the flushing attachment or overheating could occur w 8 Do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or during opera tion 8 Keep hands hair and clothes away from flywheel and other rotating parts while engine is running 3 Run the engine at a fast idle for 10 15 minutes 4 Just prior to turning off the engine quickly spray Yamaha Stor Rite Engine...

Page 82: ...trol unit to completely fill the engine main tank Refer to the Troubleshooting section Temporary action in emergency 4 Change the lower unit oil Refer to the Periodic Cleaning and Inpsection sec tion Changing gear oil Inspect the oil for the presence of water which indi cates a leaky seal Seal replacement should be performed by an authorized Yamaha dealership prior to use 5 Grease all grease fitti...

Page 83: ...arging or using in a closed space Always wear eye protection when working near batteries KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN NOTE Batteries vary among manufacturers Therefore the following procedures may not always apply Consult your battery manu facturer s instructions 1 Disconnect and remove the battery from the boat Always disconnect the black negative lead first to prevent the risk of shorting 2 Cle...

Page 84: ...aha dealer for owners who have the mechanical skills tools and other equipment necessary to perform maintenance not covered by this owner s manual EMK33011 REPLACEMENT PARTS If replacement parts are necessary use only genuine Yamaha parts or equiva lents of the same type and of equivalent strength and materials Any part of inferi or quality may malfunction and the resulting loss of control could e...

Page 85: ...Inspection Anode Inspection 4 24 Propeller Inspection 4 21 Motor exterior Inspection 4 29 Cooling water passages 3 Cleaning 4 6 4 29 Battery Inspection every 1 4 25 month Interval Item Initial Every Refer page 10 hours 50 hours 3 months 100 hours 6 months 200 hours 1 year EMK30114 MAINTENANCE CHART Frequency of maintenance operations may be adjusted according to the operating con ditions but the f...

Page 86: ...air leak or carburetion problem in that cylinder Do not attempt to diagnose any problems yourself Instead take the outboard motor to a Yamaha dealer You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode If electrode erosion becomes excessive or if carbon and other deposits are excessive you should replace the sp...

Page 87: ...when you are fitting a spark plug a good esti mate of the correct torque is 1 4 to 1 2 a turn past finger tight Have the spark plug adjusted to the correct torque as soon as possible with a torque wrench 1 Spark plug gap 2 Spark plug I D mark NGK 903022 q w Spark plug torque Refer to SPECIFICATIONS page 4 1 Initial of spark plug Plug wrench size I D mark B 21 mm 13 16 in C BK 16 mm 5 8 in D 18 3 m...

Page 88: ...t should be repaired immediately by Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic Checking points 8 Fuel system parts leakage 8 Fuel hose joint leakage 8 Fuel hose cracks or other damage 8 Fuel connector leakage w Leaking fuel can result in fire or explo sion 8 Check for fuel leakage regularly 8 If any fuel leakage is found the fuel system must be repaired by a qualified mechanic Improper repairs can ...

Page 89: ... This procedure will allow some fuel to spill Catch fuel in a rag Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately 8 The fuel filter must be reassembled carefully with O ring filter cup and hoses in place Improper assembly can result in a fuel leak which could result in a fire or explosion hazard To clean the fuel filter 1 Remove the nut holding the fuel filter assembly if equipped 2 Unscrew the filter cup ca...

Page 90: ...le the outboard motor is in the water A flushing attachment or test tank can be used 4 Reinstall the filter element in the cup Make sure the O ring in position in the cup Firmly screw the cup onto the filter housing 5 Attach the filter assembly to the bracket with that the fuel hoses are attached to the filter assembly 6 Run the engine and check the filter and lines for leaks 1 Filter element 2 O ...

Page 91: ... the idling speed and turning it counterclock wise to decrease the idling speed NOTE Correct idling speed adjustment is only pos sible if the engine is fully warmed up If not warmed up fully the speed setting will tend to be too high If you have difficulty obtaining the specified idle consult a Yamaha dealer or other qual ified mechanic 1 Throttle stop screw EMK56010 CHECKING WATER TRAP UNDER ENGI...

Page 92: ...e new fuse blows again immediately consult a Yamaha dealer 1 Fuse holder 2 Fuse 20A 30A EMK78010 CHECKING WIRING AND CONNECTORS 1 Check that each grounding wire is prop erly secured 2 Check that each connector is engaged securely EXHAUST LEAKAGE Start the engine and check that no exhaust leaks from the joints between the exhaust cover cylinder head and crank case WATER LEAKAGE Start the engine and...

Page 93: ...4 18 E EMU00366 GREASING Yamaha marine grease Water resistant grease V4 103061 ...

Page 94: ...4 19 E EMU00366 GREASING Yamaha marine grease Water resistant grease V6 103062 ...

Page 95: ... and check that the tilt rod and trim rods are pushed out completely 4 Use the tilt support lever to lock the motor in the UP position Operate the tilt down switch briefly so the motor is supported the tilt support lever 5 Check that the tilt rod and trim rods are free of corrosion or other flaws 6 Activate the tilt down switch until the trim rods have gone completely into the cylinders 7 Activate...

Page 96: ... lanyard from the engine stop switch Turn off the battery cut off switch if your boat has one 8 Do not use your hand to hold the pro peller when loosening or tightening the propeller nut Put a wood block between the cavitation plate and the propeller to prevent the propeller from turning 1 Check each of the propeller blades for wear erosion from cavitation or ventila tion or other damage 2 Check t...

Page 97: ...asher before installing propeller otherwise lower case and propeller boss may be damaged 3 Tighten the propeller nut to the specified torque 4 Align the propeller nut with the propeller shaft hole Insert a new cotter pin in the hole and bend the cotter pin ends NOTE When the propeller nut does not align with the propeller shaft hole after tightening to the specified torque then tighten it more to ...

Page 98: ...out board falls on you 2 Place a suitable container under the gearcase 3 Remove the oil drain plug NOTE The oil drain plug is magnetic Remove all metal particles from the plug before rein stalling it 4 Remove the oil level plug to allow the oil to drain completely 1 Oil level plug 2 Oil drain plug cC Inspect the used oil after it has been drained If the oil is milky water is get ting into the gear...

Page 99: ... tighten the oil level plug 7 Insert and tighten in the oil drain plug EML24010 INSPECTING AND REPLACING ANODE Yamaha outboard motor is protected from corrosion by sacrificial anode Check the anode periodically Remove the scales from surfaces of the anode For the replacement of the anode consult a Yamaha dealer cC Do not paint the anode for this would render it ineffective 601033 603024 405016 Gea...

Page 100: ...ush with water 8 EYES Flush with water for 15 minutes and get immediate medical attention Antidote INTERNAL 8 Drink large quantities of water or milk followed by milk of magnesia beaten egg or vegetable oil Get immediate medical attention Batteries also generate explosive hydrogen gas therefore you should always follow these preventive mea sures 8 Charge batteries in a well ventilated area 8 Keep ...

Page 101: ...inerals harmful to a battery and should not be used for topping up 2 Keep the battery always in a good state of charge Installing a voltmeter will help you monitor your battery If you will not use the boat for a month or more remove the battery from the boat and store it in a cool dark place Completely recharge the battery before using it 3 If the battery will be stored for longer than a month che...

Page 102: ...nstalling the battery and disconnect the RED lead last when removing it Otherwise the electrical system can be damaged 8 The electrical contacts of the battery and cables must be clean and properly connected or the battery will not start the engine Connect the RED lead to the POSITIVE terminal first Then connect the BLACK lead to the NEGATIVE terminal 8 Using a single battery Connect both red cabl...

Page 103: ...y Use a connecting cable between the terminals of the starting battery and accessory battery See the illustrations of the wiring connections This cable must be made from wire equivalent to the start ing battery cable 3 w Use of smaller wire could lead to a fire 1 Battery for starting 2 Battery for accessories 3 Large red lead for starting battery 4 Small red lead for accessory battery charg ing 5 ...

Page 104: ...ough the cooling passages for about 15 minutes Turn off the water and dis connect the garden hose 3 4 When flushing is complete reinstall the garden hose connector 2 on the fitting 1 on the bottom cowling Tighten the connector securely EML40010 CHECKING BOLTS AND NUTS 1 Check that bolts securing the cylinder head and engine and the nut securing the flywheel are tightened with their specified tight...

Page 105: ... system flushing instructions in TRANSPORTING AND STORING OUTBOARD MOTOR EMU00412 Checking Painted Surface of Motor Check the motor for scratches nicks or flaking paint Areas with damaged paint are more likely to corrode If necessary clean and paint the areas A touch up paint is available from a Yamaha dealer 102025 EMU00413 COATING THE BOAT BOTTOM A clean hull improves boat performance The boat b...

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Page 107: ...TEMPORARY ACTION IN EMERGENCY 5 5 Impact damage 5 5 Power trim tilt will not operate 5 5 Starter will not operate 5 6 Engine fails to operate 5 8 Low oil level warning activates 5 9 Top cowling does not unlock 5 10 Treatment of submerged motor 5 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Page 108: ...oad and repair Replace fuse with one of correct amperage 4 Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer 5 Attach lanyard 6 Shift to neutral B Engine will not start Starter operates 1 Fuel tank empty 2 Fuel contaminated or stale 3 Fuel filter clogged 4 Starting procedure incorrect 5 Fuel pump malfunctions 6 Spark plug s fouled or incorrect type 7 Spark plug cap s fitted incorrectly 8 Poor connections or damage...

Page 109: ...ve adjustment incorrect 19 Battery lead disconnected 1 Inspect spark plug s Clean or replace with recommended type 2 Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or other obstructions in fuel system 3 Fill tank with clean fresh fuel 4 Clean or replace filter 5 Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer 6 Find and correct cause of warning 7 Inspect and adjust as specified 8 Check wires for wear or breaks Tighten al...

Page 110: ... filter cup 1 Propeller damaged 2 Propeller pitch or diameter incorrect 3 Trim angle incorrect 4 Motor mounted at incorrect height on transom 5 Warning system activated 6 Boat bottom fouled with marine growth 7 Spark plug s fouled or incorrect type 8 Weeds or other foreign matter tangled on gear housing 9 Fuel system obstructed 10 Fuel filter clogged 11 Fuel contaminated or stale 12 Spark plug gap...

Page 111: ...iced by a Yamaha dealer 15 Check and replace oil with specified type 16 Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer 17 Open the air vent screw 18 Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer 19 Connect correctly 20 Inspect spark plug and replace it with recommended type 21 Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer E Engine power loss F Engine vibrates excessively 1 Propeller damaged 2 Propeller shaft damaged 3 Weeds or other for...

Page 112: ...amage 3 However damage is found or not found go back to a nearest harbor slowly and carefully 4 Have a Yamaha dealer inspection of the outboard motor before operating it again EMG65210 POWER TRIM TILT WILL NOT OPERATE If the engine cannot be tilted up or down with the power trim and tilt because of a discharged battery or a failure with the power trim and tilt unit the engine can be tilted manuall...

Page 113: ...pectedly start to move which could result in an accident 8 Be sure no one is standing behind you when pulling the starter rope It could whip behind you and injure someone 8 An unguarded rotating flywheel is very dangerous Keep loose clothing and other objects away when starting the engine Use the emergency starter rope only as instructed Do not touch the flywheel or other moving parts when the eng...

Page 114: ...tch will not oper ate Pull out the choke knob when engine is cold 8 Without setting the main switch to ON it is impossible to start the engine 4 To start the engine with the emergency starter rope insert the knotted end of the rope into the notch in the flywheel rotor and wind the rope several turns clockwise Then give a strong pull straight out to crank the engine Repeat if necessary w Do not ins...

Page 115: ...top In such a case discon nect the connection on the yellow cord emergency circuit to return to port w When the connection is disconnected the idling and low speeds are slightly higher than normal Use care when start ing off or stopping 1 CDI unit 2 Yellow cord cC Follow this procedure only in an emer gency and just long enough to return to port for repairs E 220013 216013 q w ...

Page 116: ...p too long too much oil will be pumped into the engine tank overflowing it Release the switch when oil reaches the upper level line on the engine oil tank 8 Do not use this emergency procedure unless the oil level warning lamps are installed and working 1 Remove the top cowling 2 Turn the main switch to the ON position 3 Lift the emergency switch to pump reserve oil in remote oil tank into the eng...

Page 117: ...ble may be damaged or misadjusted 1 Pull the cowling release lever 1 to unlock the front lock 2 Pull the emergency cowling release wire 2 coming out of the hole on the side of the pilot hole in the bottom cowling to release the port side rear lock 3 Lift the port side of the top cowling to pull out the emergency cowling release wire 3 from the port side of the bottom cowling 4 Pull the emergency c...

Page 118: ...Thoroughly wash away mud salt sea weed etc with fresh water 2 Remove the spark plugs and face the spark plug holes downward to allow any water mud or contaminants to drain 3 Drain the fuel from the carburetor 4 Feed fogging oil or engine oil through the carburetors and spark plug holes while cranking with the manual starter or emergency starter rope 5 Take the outboard motor to a Yamaha dealer as ...

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Page 120: ... in other conditions 3 24 Cruising in salt water 3 24 Cruising in turbid water 3 24 D Digital speedometer 2 14 Digital tachometer 2 11 Disconnecting the battery 4 28 Dual engine installation single engine running 3 21 E Emission control information 1 2 Engine fails to operate 5 8 Engine oil 1 11 Engine stop lanyard switch 2 6 Exhaust leakage 4 17 F Filling fuel 3 4 Filling fuel and engine oil 3 4 ...

Page 121: ...formation 1 3 Shifting 3 16 Specification data 4 1 Speedometer 2 14 Start in gear protection 1 14 Starter will not operate 5 6 Starting engine 3 11 Stopping engine 3 17 Storing outboard motor 4 5 T Tachometer 2 11 Temporary action in emergency 5 5 Throttle friction adjusting screw 2 8 Tilt support lever 2 21 Tilting up down 3 22 Top cowling does not unlock 5 10 Top cowling lock levers 2 21 Top cow...

Page 122: ...istration records are checked 2 Read the Limited Warranty statement which follows these instructions This warranty applies to Yamaha outboard motors sold in the United States whether purchased separately or when supplied as original equipment by a boat builder The terms also apply to original equipment packages sold in Canada with coverage provided by Yamaha Motor Canada see Warranty Guide for Can...

Page 123: ...lable in one country may not be sold or serviced in the other 6 If you need any additional information about your Yamaha or warranty coverage which your dealer cannot provide please contact us directly Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A P O Box 6555 Cypress CA 90630 Attention Customer Relations Department Telephone No 714 761 7439 Fax No 714 761 7559 Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd 480 Gordon Baker Road Toron...

Page 124: ...tor purchased and registered for use in the United States only excluding its territories For warranty provisions outside the United States contact the particular country s local Yamaha distributor WARRANTY REGISTRATION To be eligible for warranty coverage the outboard motor must first be registered with Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A A warranty registration form is provided in the Owner s Manual w...

Page 125: ...LSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A Post Office Box 6555 Cypress California 90630 WARRANTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Q What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period A The customer s responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance services non warranty repairs accident and collision damages Q What are some examples of abnormal strain...

Page 126: ...ation such as names addresses model engine serial number dates and receipts CHANGE OF ADDRESS The federal government requires each manufacturer of a motor vehicle to maintain a complete up to date list of all first purchasers against the possibility of a safety related defect and recall This list is complied from the purchase registrations sent to Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A by the selling deal...

Page 127: ...l receive service If you need more information about your warranty coverage or your Yamaha outside the U S A or Canada please contact an authorized Yamaha dealer in your country 2 Keep a copy of your sales contract or invoice for the purchase of your Yamaha and present it if you need warranty repairs This document should show the date of purchase which is important evidence the repairing dealer wi...

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