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and power trim and tilt models)..... 29

 

Stopping engine ............................  30

 

Procedure ....................................... 30

 

Trimming outboard motor ..............  30

 

Adjusting trim angle ........................ 31
Adjusting boat trim .......................... 32

 

Tilting up and down .......................  32

 

Procedure for tilting up .................... 33
Procedure for tilting down ............... 34

 

Cruising in shallow water ..............  35

 

Power trim and tilt models / power 

tilt models...................................... 35

 

Cruising in other conditions ...........  35

 

Maintenance..................................... 37

 

Specifications ................................  37
Transporting and storing outboard 

motor ........................................... 38

 

Clamp screw mounting models ....... 38
Storing outboard motor ................... 38
Procedure ....................................... 39
Lubrication (oil injection models)..... 40
Cleaning and anticorrosion 

measures ...................................... 40

Battery care..................................... 40
Cleaning the outboard motor .......... 41
Checking painted surface of 

motor............................................. 41

 

Periodic maintenance....................  41

 

Replacement parts .......................... 41
Maintenance chart .......................... 42
Greasing ......................................... 43
Cleaning and adjusting spark plug .. 44
Checking fuel system ...................... 44
Inspecting fuel filter ......................... 45
Cleaning fuel filter ........................... 45
Inspecting idling speed ................... 46
Checking water in engine oil tank ... 46
Checking wiring and connectors ..... 47
Exhaust leakage ............................. 47
Water leakage ................................. 47
Checking power trim and tilt 

system .......................................... 47

Checking propeller .......................... 48
Removing the propeller ................... 49
Installing the propeller ..................... 49

Changing gear oil ............................ 50
Cleaning fuel tank ........................... 51
Inspecting and replacing anode(s) .. 51
Checking battery (for electric start 

models) ......................................... 52

Connecting the battery .................... 53
Disconnecting the battery................ 53
Checking top cowling ...................... 53
Coating the boat bottom .................. 54

 

Trouble Recovery............................ 55

 

Troubleshooting ............................  55
Temporary action in emergency ...  58

 

Impact damage ............................... 58
Replacing fuse ................................ 58
Power trim and tilt will not operate .. 59
Starter will not operate .................... 59
Emergency starting engine ............. 60

 

Engine fails to operate ..................  60

 

Ignition system malfunction ............. 60
Cold engine fails to start.................. 61

 

Treatment of submerged motor ....  62

 

Procedure........................................ 62

 

Consumer information ................... 64

 

Important warranty information for 

U.S.A. and Canada  ..................... 64

YAMAHA MOTOR 

CORPORATION, U.S.A.
 OUTBOARD MOTOR TWO 
YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  ..... 66

IMPORTANT WARRANTY 

INFORMATION IF YOU USE 
YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE 
U.S.A. OR CANADA  ................... 69

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Page 1: ...Printed in Japan March 2004 0 5 1 Printed on recycled paper 60D 70D OWNER S MANUAL 6H3 28199 1P U S A Edition LIT 18626 05 85 6H3 9 1P Hyoshi 3 23 04 6 05 PM Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...EMU25060 ZMU01690 Read this owner s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor 6H3 9 1P Hyoshi 3 23 04 6 05 PM Page 2 ...

Page 3: ...ard motor CAUTION ECM00700 A CAUTION indicates special precautions 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 advancements in product design and quality Therefore while this manual contains the most current prod uct information available at the time of print ing there may be minor discr...

Page 4: ...anode 14 Trim rod tilt pin 15 Tilt support lever for power trim and tilt or hydro tilt model 15 Top cowling lock lever s turn type 15 Tachometer 16 Digital tachometer 16 Oil level indicators three indicators 2 16 Oil level indicator digital type 16 Overheat warning indicator digital type 17 Trim meter 17 Trim meter digital type 17 Hour meter digital type 17 Warning system 18 Overheat warning 18 Oi...

Page 5: ...ecting idling speed 46 Checking water in engine oil tank 46 Checking wiring and connectors 47 Exhaust leakage 47 Water leakage 47 Checking power trim and tilt system 47 Checking propeller 48 Removing the propeller 49 Installing the propeller 49 Changing gear oil 50 Cleaning fuel tank 51 Inspecting and replacing anode s 51 Checking battery for electric start models 52 Connecting the battery 53 Disc...

Page 6: ...main key switch is equipped with the mo tor 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 EMU25220 Emission control information EMU25230 North American models This engine conforms to U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA regulations for ma rine SI engines See the label affixed to...

Page 7: ...ve an approved personal flotation de vice PFD on board for every occupant It is a good idea to wear a PFD whenever boating At a minimum children and non swimmers should always wear PFDs and everyone should wear PFDs when there are potentially hazardous boating condi tions Gasoline is highly flammable and its va pors are flammable and explosive Handle and store gasoline carefully Make sure there ar...

Page 8: ...rom swimming areas When a swimmer is in the water near you shift into neutral and shut off the engine Be informed about boating safety Additional publications and information can be obtained from many organizations including the fol lowing United States Coast Guard Consumer Affairs Staff G BC Office of Boating Public and Consumer Af fairs U S Coast Guard Headquarters Washington D C 20593 0001 Boat...

Page 9: ...he way of the Stand On vessel Normally you should not cross in front of the vessel with the right of way You should slow down or change directions brief ly and pass behind the other vessel You should always move in such a way that the operator of the other vessel can see what you are doing The general prudential rule This rule is called Rule 2 in the International Rules and says In obeying and con...

Page 10: ...ve Way vessel This means that the other vessel is expected to maintain its course and speed You must stay out of its way until you are clear of it Likewise if an other vessel is passing you you should maintain your speed and direction so that the other vessel can steer itself around you EMU25530 Other special situations There are three other rules you should be aware of when driving your boat arou...

Page 11: ...apes 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 on these buoys are oriented from the perspec tive of being entered from seaward the boat er is going towards the port This means that red buoys are passed on the starboard right side when proceeding from open wa ter into port and black buoys are to port left...

Page 12: ... FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE Do not smoke when refueling and keep away from sparks flames or other sources of ignition Stop engine before refueling Refuel in a well ventilated area Refuel portable fuel tanks off the boat Take care not to spill gasoline If gaso line spills wipe it up immediately with ZMU01708 ...

Page 13: ...use it can cause fuel system damage or engine performance problems EMU25650 Engine oil If the recommended engine oil is not avail able another 2 stroke engine oil with an NMMA certified TC W3 rating may be used EMU25690 Battery requirement CAUTION ECM01060 Do not use a battery that does not meet the specified capacity If a battery which does not meet specifications is used the electric system coul...

Page 14: ...s best suited to your ap plication NOTE Select a propeller which will allow the engine to reach the middle or upper half of the oper ating range at full throttle with the maximum boat load If operating conditions such as light boat loads then allow the engine r min to rise above the maximum recommended range reduce the throttle setting to maintain the engine in the proper operating range For instr...

Page 15: ...ts dedicated fuel reservoir and must not be used as a fuel storage container Com mercial users should conform to relevant licensing or approval authority regula 14 15 13 16 1 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11 12 ZMU04945 1 Top cowling 2 Top cowling lock lever 3 Anti cavitation plate 4 Trim tab anode 5 Propeller 6 Cooling water inlet 7 Anode 8 Trim rod 9 Clamp bracket 10 Tilt support knob 11 Power trim and til...

Page 16: ... both the shifter and the throttle The electrical switch es are mounted on the remote control box 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 th...

Page 17: ...er is in the closed position EMU25970 Throttle friction adjuster A friction device provides adjustable resis tance to movement of the throttle grip or the remote control lever and can be set accord ing to operator preference To increase resistance turn the adjuster clockwise To decrease resistance turn the adjuster counterclockwise WARNING EWM00030 Do not overtighten the friction adjuster If there...

Page 18: ...ntan gled preventing it from functioning Avoid accidentally pulling the lanyard during normal operation Loss of en gine power means the loss of most steering control Also without engine power the boat could slow rapidly This could cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward NOTE The engine cannot be started with the lock plate removed EMU26090 Main switch The main switch controls the...

Page 19: ...m and tilt switch located on the bottom engine cowling only when the boat is at a complete stop with the en gine off Attempting to use this switch while the boat is moving could increase the risk of falling overboard and could distract the operator increasing the risk of collision with another boat or an obsta cle NOTE For instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch see page 32 EMU26240 T...

Page 20: ...or hydro tilt model To keep the outboard motor in the tilted up position lock the tilt support lever to the clamp bracket EMU26372 Top cowling lock lever s turn type To remove the engine top cowling turn the lock lever s and lift off the cowling When in stalling the cowling check to be sure it fits properly in the rubber seal Then lock the cowling again by returning the lever s to the lock positio...

Page 21: ...auge show the status of the oil level For details on how to read the indicators see page 26 CAUTION ECM00030 Do not operate the engine without oil Se rious engine damage will occur EMU26550 Oil level indicator digital type This indicator shows the engine oil level If the oil level falls below the lower limit the warning indicator will start to blink For fur ther information see page 19 CAUTION ECM...

Page 22: ...les that work best for your boat under different conditions Adjust the trim angle to the desired setting with the power trim and tilt switch EMU26620 Trim meter digital type This meter shows the trim angle of your out board motor NOTE Memorize the trim angles that work best for your boat under different conditions Adjust the trim angle to the desired using the power trim and tilt switch If the tri...

Page 23: ...t be reset EMU26801 Warning system CAUTION ECM00090 Do not continue to operate the engine if a warning device has activated Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem can not be located and corrected EMU26813 Overheat warning This engine has an overheat warning device If the engine temperature rises too high the warning device will activate Activation of warning device The engine speed will automat...

Page 24: ... speed will automatically decrease to about 2000 r min The oil level warning indicator will light The buzzer will sound If the warning system has been activated stop the engine and check for the cause NOTE The warning for oil filter clogging is similar to the warnings for low oil level and overheat ing To make troubleshooting easier check for engine overheating first then oil level and finally oil...

Page 25: ...n is intended as reference only It is not possible to provide complete in structions for every possible boat and motor combination Proper mounting depends in part on experience and the specific boat and motor combination WARNING EWM00830 Improper mounting of the outboard mo tor could result in hazardous conditions such as poor handling loss of control or fire hazards Observe the following For perm...

Page 26: ...ee page 30 EMU26970 Clamping the outboard motor 1 Place the outboard motor on the tran som so that it is positioned as close to the center as possible Tighten the tran som clamp screws evenly and securely Occasionally check the clamp screws for tightness during operation of the out board motor because they could be come loose due to engine vibration WARNING EWM00640 Loose clamp screws could allow ...

Page 27: ...l injection system EMU27060 Gasoline and engine oil mixing chart 50 1 CAUTION ECM00150 Be sure to mix gasoline and oil complete ly otherwise the engine may be dam aged EMU30310 Procedure for oil injection models Run the engine under load in gear with a propeller installed as follows 1 First 10 minutes Run the engine at the lowest possible speed A fast idle in neutral is best 2 Next 50 minutes Do n...

Page 28: ...ed or likely to contact sharp objects if equipped Yamaha fuel tank or boat tank EMU27120 Oil Check to be sure you have plenty of oil for your trip EMU27130 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 sw...

Page 29: ...esulting emis sions regulations One of the most obvious changes has been the elimination of lead from most fuels As gasoline has changed the amount of ad ditives such as aromatics and oxygenates has increased These additives are impor tant for the engines in passenger cars but they can have detrimental effects in marine engines because of increased deposits in the combustion chamber When enough de...

Page 30: ...l into the oil tank Convenient indicator seg ments indicate the status of the oil supply For details on reading the indicator seg ments see page 26 To fill the engine oil tank proceed as follows 1 Turn the oil filler access cap on the top cowling counterclockwise and open it 2 Open the oil tank filler cap by pulling the tab on the cap 3 Slowly pour the engine oil into the en gine oil tank 4 After ...

Page 31: ...rew This product emits exhaust gases which contain carbon monoxide a col orless odorless gas which could cause brain damage or death when inhaled Symptoms include nausea dizziness and drowsiness Keep cockpit and cab in 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 turns Oil level warning indicator digital tachometer Oil l...

Page 32: ...from the fuel tank 4 Squeeze the primer pump with the outlet end up until you feel it become firm EMU27490 Starting engine EMU27662 Electric start and remote control models 1 Place the remote control lever in neutral NOTE The start in gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu tral 2 Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a secure place on your clothing or your a...

Page 33: ...tarter motor is turned continuously for more than 5 seconds the battery will be quickly discharged thus making it im possible to start the engine The starter can also be damaged If the engine will not start after 5 seconds of cranking return the main switch to on wait 10 seconds then crank the engine again NOTE When the engine is cold it needs to be warmed up For further information see page 28 If...

Page 34: ...ce the throttle grip in the fully closed position 2 Move the gear shift lever quickly and firmly from neutral to forward Remote control models 1 Pull up the neutral interlock trigger if equipped and move the remote control lever quickly and firmly from neutral to forward EMU27784 Reverse automatic reverse lock and power trim and tilt models WARNING EWM00190 When operating in reverse go slowly Do n...

Page 35: ... the fuel tank cap if equipped 4 Remove the key if the boat will be left unattended NOTE The engine can also be stopped by pulling the lanyard and removing the lock plate from the engine stop switch then turning the main switch to off EMU27861 Trimming outboard motor The trim angle of the outboard motor helps determine the position of the bow of the boat in the water Correct trim angle will help i...

Page 36: ... not to pinch any body parts between the drive unit and clamp bracket Use caution when trying a trim position for the first time Increase speed gradu ally and watch for any signs of instabil ity or control problems Improper trim angle can cause loss of control Use the power tilt switch located on the bottom engine cowling if equipped only when the boat is at a complete stop with the engine off Adj...

Page 37: ...eased because the hull of the boat is pushing the water and there is more air drag Excessive trim out can also cause the propeller to ventilate which reduces per formance further and the boat may por poise hop in the water which could throw the operator and passengers overboard Bow Down Too much trim in causes the boat to plow through the water decreasing fuel economy and making it hard to increas...

Page 38: ...ollowing the procedure on page 30 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 could break the handle EMU28005 Procedure for tilting up Power trim and tilt models power tilt models 1 Place the remote control lever the gear shift lever in neutral 2 Disconnect the f...

Page 39: ...Be sure to retract the trim rods complete ly during mooring This protects the rods from marine growth and corrosion which could damage the power trim and tilt mechanism EMU28052 Procedure for tilting down Power trim and tilt models power tilt models 1 Push the power tilt power trim and tilt switch up until the outboard motor is supported by the tilt rod and the tilt support lever tilt support knob...

Page 40: ...t tilt the outboard motor up so that the cooling water inlet on the lower unit is above the surface of the water when set ting up for and cruising in shallow water Otherwise severe damage from overheat ing can result EMU28184 Procedure for power trim and tilt power tilt models 1 Place the gear shift lever in neutral 2 Slightly tilt the outboard motor up to the desired position using the power trim...

Page 41: ...from becoming clogged with salt deposits NOTE For cooling system flushing instructions see page 38 Cruising in turbid water Yamaha strongly recommends that you use the optional chromium plated water pump kit if you use the outboard motor in turbid mud dy water conditions ...

Page 42: ... BR8HS 10 Spark plug gap 0 9 1 0 mm 0 035 0 039 in Control system Remote control Starting system Electric Starting carburetion system Prime start Min cold cranking amps CCA SAE 380 0 A Min marine cranking amps MCA ABYC 502 0 A Min reserve capacity RC SAE 124 minutes Alternator output for battery DC 6 0 A Drive unit Gear positions Forward neutral reverse Gear ratio 2 33 28 12 Trim and tilt system P...

Page 43: ...l If the motor cannot be trail ered in the normal running position use an additional support device to secure it in the tilt position The outboard motor should be trailered and stored in the normal running position If there is insufficient road clearance in this position then trailer the outboard motor in the tilt po sition using a motor support device such as a transom saver bar Consult your Yama...

Page 44: ...UTION ECM00300 Do not run the engine without supplying it with cooling water Either the engine water pump will be damaged or the en gine will be damaged from overheating Before starting the engine be sure to supply water to the cooling water passag es CAUTION ECM00310 Avoid running the outboard motor at high speed while on the flushing attachment otherwise overheating could occur 5 Cooling system ...

Page 45: ... with Yamaha Silicone Protectant Part No LUB SILCNE 13 00 3 Wax the cowling with a non abrasive wax such as Yamaha Silicone Wax Part No ACC 11000 15 02 EMU28430 Battery care WARNING EWM00330 Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous it contains sulfuric acid and therefore is poisonous and highly caustic Always follow these preventive mea sures Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic fluid as it can c...

Page 46: ...dic maintenance WARNING EWM01070 Be sure to turn off the engine when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified If you or the owner is not famil iar with machine servicing this work should be done by your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and sys tems may be performed by any marine engine repair establishment or indi...

Page 47: ...e s external Inspection replace ment Anode s internal Inspection replace ment Battery Inspection charging Cooling water pas sages Cleaning Cowling clamp Inspection Fuel filter can be dis assembled Inspection cleaning Fuel system Inspection Fuel tank Yamaha por table tank Inspection cleaning Gear oil Change Greasing points Greasing Idling speed carbure tor models Inspection adjustment PCV Pressure ...

Page 48: ...hed with clean water after each use EMU28931 Greasing Yamaha marine grease Water resistant grease 60D 70D Oil tank water drain Inspection cleaning Spark plug s Cleaning adjustment replacement Item Actions Initial Every 10 hours 1 month 50 hours 3 months 100 hours 6 months 200 hours 1 year ZMU03125 ...

Page 49: ...rosion becomes excessive or if carbon and other deposits are excessive you should re place the spark plug with another of the cor rect type Before fitting the spark plug measure the electrode gap with a wire thickness gauge adjust the gap to specification if necessary When fitting the plug always clean the gas ket surface and use a new gasket Wipe off any dirt from the threads and screw in the spa...

Page 50: ... is highly flammable and its va pors are flammable and explosive If you have any question about properly doing this procedure consult your Yamaha dealer Do not perform this procedure on a hot or running engine Allow the engine to cool There will be fuel in the fuel filter Keep away from sparks cigarettes flames or other sources of ignition This procedure will allow some fuel to spill Catch fuel in...

Page 51: ...t to move which could result in an accident CAUTION 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 tank or with the outboard motor in the water 1 Start the engin...

Page 52: ...EWM00430 Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted even when the tilt support lever is locked Severe injury could occur if the outboard motor accidentally falls Make sure no one is under the outboard motor before performing this test 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 cow...

Page 53: ...injured if the en gine accidentally starts when you are near the propeller Before inspecting removing or install ing the propeller remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs Also place the shift control in neutral turn the main switch to off and re move the key and remove the lanyard from the engine stop switch Turn off the battery cut off switch if your boat has one Do not use your hand to h...

Page 54: ...eller will then spin freely on the shaft If this happens the shear pin must be replaced EMU29193 Removing the propeller 1 Straighten the cotter pin and pull it out using a pair of pliers 2 Remove the propeller nut washer and spacer if equipped 3 Remove the propeller and thrust wash er EMU29230 Installing the propeller CAUTION ECM00340 Be sure to install the thrust washer be fore installing the pro...

Page 55: ...anging gear oil WARNING EWM00800 Be sure the outboard motor is securely fastened to the transom or a stable stand You could be severely injured if the outboard motor falls on you Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted even when the tilt support lever or knob is locked Severe injury could occur if the outboard motor accidental ly falls 1 Tilt the outboard motor so that the gear oil drain...

Page 56: ...ed fuel immediately Reassemble the fuel tank carefully Im proper assembly can result in a fuel leak which could result in a fire or ex plosion hazard Dispose of old gasoline according to lo cal regulations 1 Empty the fuel tank into an approved container 2 Pour a small amount of suitable solvent into the tank Install the cap and shake the tank Drain the solvent completely 3 Remove the screws holdi...

Page 57: ... SKIN Flush with water EYES Flush with water for 15 minutes and get immediate medical attention Antidote INTERNAL 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 hydro gen gas therefore you should always follow these preventive measures Charge batteries in a well ventilated ar ea Keep...

Page 58: ...harged bat tery in the holder CAUTION ECM01121 Make sure the main switch on applica ble models is off before work ing on the battery Reversal of the battery cables will dam age the electrical parts Connect the red battery cable first when installing the battery and discon nect the black battery cable first when removing it Otherwise the electrical parts can be damaged The electrical contacts of th...

Page 59: ...should be kept as clean of ma rine growth as possible If necessary the boat bottom can be coated with an anti foul ing paint approved for your area to inhibit marine growth Do not use anti fouling paint which includes copper or graphite These paints can cause more rapid engine corrosion ZMU04678 ZMU01943 ...

Page 60: ...A Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer Q Is shift lever in gear A Shift to neutral Engine will not start starter operates Q Is fuel tank empty A Fill tank with clean fresh fuel Q Is fuel contaminated or stale A Fill tank with clean fresh fuel Q Is fuel filter clogged A Clean or replace filter Q Is starting procedure incorrect A See page 27 Q Has fuel pump malfunctioned A Have serviced by a Yamaha deal...

Page 61: ...p damaged A Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer Q Is air vent screw on fuel tank closed A Open air vent screw Q Is choke knob pulled out A Return to home position Q Is motor angle too high A Return to normal operating position Q Is carburetor clogged A Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer Q Is fuel joint connection incorrect A Connect correctly Q Is throttle valve adjustment incorrect A Have serviced by ...

Page 62: ...g s fouled or of incorrect type A Inspect spark plug s Clean or replace with recommended type Q Are weeds or other foreign matter tangled on gear housing A Remove foreign matter and clean lower unit Q Is fuel system obstructed A Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or other obstructions in fuel system Q Is fuel filter clogged A Clean or replace filter Q Is fuel contaminated or stale A Fill tank w...

Page 63: ...n emergency EMU29440 Impact damage WARNING EWM00870 The outboard motor can be seriously damaged by a collision while operating or trailering Damage could make the out board motor unsafe to operate If the outboard motor hits an object in the wa ter follow the procedure below 1 Stop the engine immediately 2 Inspect the control system and all com ponents for damage Also inspect the boat for damage 3 ...

Page 64: ...vice does not oper ate Make sure the remote control lever is in neutral Otherwise the boat could unexpectedly start to move which could result in an accident Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a secure place on your clothing or your arm or leg while operating Do not attach the lanyard to clothing that could tear loose Do not route the cord where it could become entangled preventing it from f...

Page 65: ...the en gine stop switch lanyard lock plate is at tached to the engine stop switch The main switch must be on if equipped 5 Insert the knotted end of the emergency starter rope into the notch in the flywheel rotor and wind the rope several turns around the flywheel clockwise 6 Pull the rope slowly until resistance is felt 7 Give a strong pull straight out to crank and start the engine Repeat if nec...

Page 66: ...g cap or other electrical parts carrying high voltage Keep loose clothing and other objects away from the engine when starting it Do not touch the flywheel or other moving parts when the engine is running 1 Adjust the trim angle so that the drive shaft is at right angles to the water sur face or is trimmed in 2 On models equipped with an emergency starter valve open it The valve is locat ed behind...

Page 67: ...switch to on wait 10 seconds then crank the engine again 7 After the engine starts close the emer gency starter valve if used then return the throttle to its original position NOTE When the starter mechanism malfunctions see page 59 EMU29760 Treatment of submerged motor If the outboard motor is submerged immedi ately take it to a Yamaha dealer Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immedi ately...

Page 68: ...retor fuel filter and fuel line 4 Feed fogging oil or engine oil through the carburetor s and spark plug holes while cranking with the manual starter or emergency starter rope 5 Take the outboard motor to a Yamaha dealer as soon as possible CAUTION ECM00400 Do not attempt to run the outboard motor until it has been completely inspected ZMU01909 ZMU01910 ZMU01911 ...

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Page 74: ...Consumer information 69 EMU29840 IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION IF YOU USE YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE U S A OR CANADA ...

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Page 76: ...r au détail OUTBOARD MOTOR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER From I D label on clamp bracket MODÉLE ET NO DE SÉRIE DU MOTEUR HORS BORD sur l étiquette d identification de la presse de fixation For Dealer Use Only A l usage du concessionnaire YAMAHA DEALER NUMBER NO DU CONCESSIONNAIRE YAMAHA DEALER NAME NOM DU CONCESSIONNAIRE DATE SOLD DATE DE LIVRAISON OWNER S NAME NOM DU PROPRIÉTAIRE ADDRESS ADRESSE PHONE ...

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