Yamaha 60 Owner'S Manual Download

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Trouble Recovery

A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

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 propeller pitch or diameter incorrect?
A. Install correct propeller to operate out-
board at its recommended speed (r/min)
range.

Q. Is trim angle incorrect?
A. Adjust trim angle to achieve most efficient
operation.

Q. Is motor mounted at incorrect height on
transom?
A. Have motor adjusted to proper transom
height.

Q. Has warning system activated?
A. Find and correct cause of warning.

Q. Is boat bottom fouled with marine growth?
A. Clean boat bottom.

Q. Are spark plug(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 with clean, fresh fuel.

Q. Is spark plug gap incorrect?
A. Inspect and adjust as specified.

Q. Is ignition wiring damaged or poorly con-
nected?
A. Check wires for wear or breaks. Tighten
all loose connections. Replace worn or bro-
ken wires.

Q. Have electrical parts failed?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is specified fuel not being used?
A. Replace fuel with specified type.

Q. Is specified engine oil not being used?
A. Check and replace oil with specified type.

Q. Is thermostat faulty or clogged?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is air vent screw closed?
A. Open the air vent screw.

Q. Is fuel pump damaged?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Summary of Contents for 60

Page 1: ...60 70 OWNER S MANUAL 6H3 28199 1S U S A Edition LIT 18626 06 59 ...

Page 2: ...EMU25060 ZMU01690 Read this owner s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor ...

Page 3: ...oard 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 disc...

Page 4: ...ote control or tiller handle 15 Power trim and tilt switch on bottom engine cowling 16 Trim tab with anode 16 Trim rod tilt pin 17 Tilt support lever for power trim and tilt or hydro tilt model 17 Top cowling lock lever s turn type 17 Tachometer 18 Digital tachometer 18 Oil level indicators three indicators 2 18 Oil level indicator digital type 18 Overheat warning indicator digital type 19 Trim me...

Page 5: ...ng fuel filter 50 Cleaning fuel filter 50 Inspecting idling speed 51 Checking water in engine oil tank 51 Checking wiring and connectors 52 Exhaust leakage 52 Water leakage 52 Checking power trim and tilt system 52 Checking propeller 53 Removing the propeller 54 Installing the Propeller 54 Changing gear oil 55 Cleaning fuel tank 56 Inspecting and replacing anode s 56 Checking battery for electric ...

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 EMU25221 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: ...ption Consult your dealer for correct use Never operate after drinking alcohol or tak ing drugs About 50 of all boating fatali ties involve intoxication Have 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 ha...

Page 8: ...ch for obstacles and other traffic Always watch carefully for swimmers dur ing the engine operation Stay away from swimming areas When a swimmer is in the water near you shift into neutral and shut off the engine Do not illegally discard empty containers used to replace or replenish oil For the correct processing of empty containers consult the dealer where you purchased the oil When replacing oil...

Page 9: ...f way is called the give way or burdened vessel 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 ves...

Page 10: ... 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 vessel is on your port left side remember that you should maintain course and direc tion provided the other vessel gives you the right of way as it...

Page 11: ...f a power driven vessel which can navi gate only in such a channel 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 on these ...

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: ...s 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 tilt...

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: ...erate only when the remote control lever is in neutral The remote control lever will operate only when the neutral throttle lever is in the closed position EMU25911 Tiller handle To change direction move the tiller handle to the left or right as necessary EMU25922 Gear shift lever Pulling the gear shift lever towards you puts the engine in forward gear so that the boat moves ahead Pushing the leve...

Page 18: ...d fuel economy for the desired operation 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 adjus...

Page 19: ...WM00120 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 lanyard where it could become entan 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 witho...

Page 20: ...the starter motor turns to start the en gine When the key is released it returns automatically to the on position EMU26141 Power trim and tilt switch on remote control or tiller handle The power trim and tilt system adjusts the outboard motor angle in relation to the tran som Pressing the switch up trims the outboard motor up then tilts it up Pressing the switch down tilts the outboard mo tor down...

Page 21: ...bsta cle NOTE For instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch see page 37 EMU26241 Trim tab with anode The trim tab should be adjusted so that the steering control can be turned to either the right or left by applying the same amount of force WARNING EWM00840 An improperly adjusted trim tab could cause difficult steering Always test run after the trim tab has been installed or re placed t...

Page 22: ...d 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 position 1 Trim tab 2 Bolt A B ZMU03097 1 2 ZMU02526 1 Top cowling...

Page 23: ...auge show the status of the oil level For details on how to read the indicators see page 28 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 21 CAUTION ECM...

Page 24: ...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 25: ...en run cannot 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 EMU26814 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 ...

Page 26: ...ut 2000 r min The oil level warning indicator will light The buzzer will sound if equipped on the tiller handle remote control box or main switch panel 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 firs...

Page 27: ...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 28: ...ee page 34 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 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ... 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 posits colle...

Page 32: ...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 28 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 33: ... the air vent screw 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 Oil level warning indicator digital tachometer Oil level warning ind...

Page 34: ...ce the tank hori zontally otherwise fuel cannot be drawn from the fuel tank 4 Squeeze the primer pump with the outlet end up until you feel it become firm EMU27490 Starting engine EMU27592 Electric start prime start models 1 Place the gear shift 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 lanyar...

Page 35: ...sition 4 Turn the main switch to start and hold it for a maximum of 5 seconds 5 Immediately after the engine starts re lease the main switch and allow it to re turn to on CAUTION ECM00191 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 will b...

Page 36: ...ally 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 3 Turn the main switch to on 4 Turn the main switch to start and hold it for a maximum of 5 seconds 5 Immediately after the engine starts re lease the main switch and...

Page 37: ...water through the cool ing passages If water is not flowing out of the hole at all times while the engine is running overheating and serious dam age could occur Stop the engine and check whether the cooling water inlet on the lower case or the cooling water pilot hole is blocked Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected EMU27740 Shifting WARNING EWM00180 Before shif...

Page 38: ...throttle more than half Oth erwise the boat could become unstable which could result in loss of control and an accident Tiller control models 1 Place the throttle grip in the fully closed position 2 Move the gear shift lever quickly and firmly from neutral to reverse Remote control models 1 Pull up the neutral interlock trigger if equipped and move the remote control lever quickly and firmly from ...

Page 39: ... 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 im prove performance and fuel economy while reducing strain ...

Page 40: ... people are clear of the out board motor when adjusting the tilt an gle also be careful 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 engi...

Page 41: ...s 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 decreased because the hull of the boat is pushing the water and there is more air drag Excessive trim out can also cause the prope...

Page 42: ...d engine bracket WARNING EWM00250 Leaking fuel is a fire hazard If there is a fuel joint on the outboard motor discon nect the fuel line or close the fuel cock if the engine will be tilted for more than a few minutes Otherwise fuel may leak CAUTION ECM00241 Before tilting the outboard motor stop the engine by following the procedure on page 33 Never tilt the outboard mo tor while the engine is run...

Page 43: ... motor be sure to support it with the tilt support knob or tilt support lever Otherwise the outboard motor could fall back down suddenly if oil in the power trim and tilt unit loses pres sure 5 Models equipped with trim rods Once the outboard motor is supported with the tilt support lever press the power trim and tilt switch down to retract the trim rods CAUTION ECM00250 Be sure to retract the tri...

Page 44: ...the tilt support lever tilt support knob becomes free 2 Release the tilt support lever or pull out the tilt support knob 3 Push the power tilt power trim and tilt switch down to lower the outboard motor to the desired position EMU28060 Cruising in shallow water The outboard motor can be tilted up partially to allow operation in shallow water EMU28090 Power trim and tilt models power tilt models Th...

Page 45: ...ng 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 tilt switch 3 To return the outboard motor to the nor mal running position press the power trim tilt switch and slowly tilt...

Page 46: ...sits NOTE For cooling system flushing instructions see page 43 Cruising in turbid water Yamaha strongly recommends that you use the optional chromium plated water pump kit not available for some models if you use the outboard motor in turbid muddy water conditions ...

Page 47: ...tem CDI micro computer Spark plug NGK B8HS 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 rat...

Page 48: ...n 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 Yamaha dealer for further details EMU28235 Clamp screw mounting model...

Page 49: ...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 flushing is essential to prevent the cooling system from clog ging up with salt sand or dirt In addi tion fogging lubricating of the engine is mandatory to prevent excessive engine damage due to rust Perfo...

Page 50: ...ctrolytic 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 cause severe burns or permanent eye injury Wear protective eye gear when han dling or working near batteries Antidote EXTERNAL SKIN Flush with water EYES Flush with water for 15 minutes and get immediate...

Page 51: ...e 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 individual All warranty repairs however including those to the emission control system must be performed by an a...

Page 52: ...your Yamaha dealer Item Actions Initial Every 10 hours 1 month 50 hours 3 months 100 hours 6 months 200 hours 1 year Anode 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 Inspect...

Page 53: ...able throttle pick up timing Inspection adjustment Water pump Inspection replace ment Oil pump Inspection adjustment 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 54: ...ode 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 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 th...

Page 55: ... 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 56: ... 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 engine and allow it to warm up fully in neutral until it is running smooth ly NO...

Page 57: ... 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 cowling if equipped to check that all swit...

Page 58: ...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 59: ...er will then spin freely on the shaft If this happens the shear pin must be replaced EMU30660 Removing the propeller EMU29194 Spline models 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 EMU30670 Installing the Propeller EMU29231 Spline models CAUTION ECM00340 Be sure to install t...

Page 60: ...the hole EMU29281 Changing 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 tha...

Page 61: ...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 62: ... 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 63: ...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 64: ...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 65: ...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 29 Q Has fuel pump malfunctioned A Have serviced by a Yamaha deal...

Page 66: ...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 67: ...ed 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 with clea...

Page 68: ...r EMU29432 Temporary action in 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 i...

Page 69: ...tart in gear protection device 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 enta...

Page 70: ...ed 3 Remove the starter flywheel cover after removing the bolt s 4 Prepare the engine for starting For fur ther information see page 29 Be sure the engine is in neutral and that 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 ...

Page 71: ...procedure only in an emer gency and just long enough to return to port for repairs EMU29704 Cold engine fails to start If the engine fails to start when it is cold use the following procedure WARNING EWM00410 When starting or operating the engine do not touch the ignition coil spark plug wire spark plug cap or other electrical parts carrying high voltage Keep loose clothing and other objects away ...

Page 72: ... 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 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 ...

Page 73: ...1 Procedure 1 Thoroughly wash away mud salt sea weed and so on 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 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...

Page 74: ...69 Consumer information EMU29811 Important warranty information for U S A and Canada ...

Page 75: ...Consumer information 70 ...

Page 76: ...Consumer information 71 EMU29820 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A OUTBOARD MOTOR TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ...

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Page 79: ...Consumer information 74 EMU29841 IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION IF YOU USE YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE THE USA OR CANADA ...

Page 80: ...Printed in Japan May 2005 0 3 1 Printed on raecycled paper ...

Page 81: ... 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 N...

Page 82: ...PLACE POSTAGE HERE ATTN WARRANTY DEPARTMENT Warranty card 04 2 17 03 2 41 PM Page 2 ...

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