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Specifications and requirements

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EMU33571

Mounting motor

WARNING

EWM01570

Improper mounting of the outboard mo-
tor could result in hazardous conditions
such as poor handling, loss of control,
or fire hazards.

Because the motor is very heavy, spe-
cial equipment and training is required
to mount it safely.

Your dealer or other person experienced in
proper rigging should mount the motor using
correct equipment and complete rigging in-
structions. For further information, see page
40.

EMU33581

Remote control requirements

WARNING

EWM01580

If the engine starts in gear, the boat can
move suddenly and unexpectedly, pos-
sibly causing a collision or throwing
passengers overboard.

If the engine ever starts in gear, the
start-in-gear protection device is not
working correctly and you should dis-
continue using the outboard. Contact
your Yamaha dealer.

The remote control unit must be equipped
with a start-in-gear protection device(s). This
device prevents the engine from starting un-
less it is in neutral.

EMU25694

Battery requirements

EMU25721

Battery specifications

The engine cannot be started if battery volt-
age is too low.

EMU36290

Mounting battery

Mount the battery holder securely in a dry,
well-ventilated, vibration-free location in the
boat. 

WARNING! Do not put flammable

items, or loose heavy or metal objects in
the same compartment as the battery.
Fire, explosion or sparks could result.

[EWM01820]

EMU36300

Multiple batteries

To connect multiple batteries, such as for mul-
tiple engine configurations or for an accessory
battery, consult your Yamaha dealer about
battery selection and correct wiring.

EMU34194

Propeller selection

Next to selecting an outboard motor, selecting
the right propeller is one of the most important
purchasing decisions a boater can make. The
type, size, and design of your propeller have
a direct impact on acceleration, top speed,
fuel economy, and even engine life. Yamaha
designs and manufactures propellers for ev-
ery Yamaha outboard motor and every appli-
cation.
Your outboard motor came with a Yamaha
propeller selected to perform well over a
range of applications, but there may be uses
where a different propeller would be more ap-
propriate.
Your Yamaha dealer can help you select the
right propeller for your boating needs. Select
a propeller that will allow the engine to reach
the middle or upper half of the operating
range at full throttle with the maximum boat-
load. Generally, select a larger pitch propeller
for a smaller operating load and a smaller
pitch propeller for a heavier load. If you carry
loads that vary widely, select the propeller that
lets the engine run in the proper range for your

Minimum cold cranking amps (CCA/EN):

711.0 A

Minimum rated capacity (20HR/IEC):

100.0 Ah

U63P2AE0.book  Page 11  Monday, March 1, 2010  1:49 PM

Summary of Contents for F150A

Page 1: ...Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor OWNER S MANUAL F150A FL150A F150B FL150B 63P 28199 2A E0 U63P2AE0 book Page 1 Monday March 1 2010 1 49 PM...

Page 2: ...carefully before operating this outboard motor Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating This manual should stay with the outboard motor if it is sold U63P2AE0 book Page 1 Monday Marc...

Page 3: ...een your machine and this manual If there is any question concerning this manual please con sult your Yamaha dealer To ensure long product life Yamaha recom mends that you use the product and perform...

Page 4: ...Multiple batteries 11 Propeller selection 11 Counter rotation models 12 Start in gear protection 12 Engine oil requirements 12 Fuel requirements 13 Gasoline 13 Muddy or acidic water 13 Anti fouling pa...

Page 5: ...43 Controls 43 Engine shut off cord lanyard 44 Engine oil 44 Engine 45 Flushing device 45 Install cowling 45 Checking power trim and tilt system 46 Battery 46 Filling fuel 47 Operating engine 47 Send...

Page 6: ...gear oil 71 Inspecting and replacing anode s 73 Checking battery for electric start models 73 Connecting the battery 74 Disconnecting the battery 75 Trouble Recovery 77 Troubleshooting 77 Temporary a...

Page 7: ...ll times Be sure no one is in this area before operating the power trim and tilt mech anism The power trim and tilt switches operate even when the main switch is off Keep people be away from the switc...

Page 8: ...rdous boating condi tions EMU33731 People in the water Always watch carefully for people in the wa ter such as swimmers skiers or divers whenever the engine is running When some one is in the water ne...

Page 9: ...are not sure that you can stop in time before hitting an obstacle apply throttle and turn in anoth er direction EMU33790 Weather Stay informed about the weather Check weather forecasts before boating...

Page 10: ...e illustration Record this number in the space provided for reference in case you need a new key EMU37290 EC Declaration of Conformity DoC This outboard motor conforms to certain por tions of the Euro...

Page 11: ...5 EMU25213 C Tick label Engines affixed with this label conform to cer tain portion s of the Australian Radio Com munications Act 1 C Tick label location ZMU06040 ZMU01697 U63P2AE0 book Page 5 Monday...

Page 12: ...manuals supplied with the boat Read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat If you need any additional information contact your Yamaha dealer EMU33832 Warning labels If these labels are damaged...

Page 13: ...or remove electrical parts when starting or during operation 2 WARNING EWM01671 Read Owner s Manuals and labels Wear an approved personal flotation de vice PFD Attach engine shut off cord lanyard to...

Page 14: ...rning Read Owner s Manual Hazard caused by continuous rotation Electrical hazard Remote control lever gear shift lever operat ing direction dual direction Engine start Engine cranking ZMU05696 ZMU0566...

Page 15: ...eight SUS X F150AET 224 0 kg 494 lb F150BET 229 0 kg 505 lb FL150AET 224 0 kg 494 lb FL150BET 229 0 kg 505 lb Performance Full throttle operating range F150AET 5000 6000 r min F150BET 4500 5500 r min...

Page 16: ...Recommended gear oil Hypoid gear oil SAE 90 Gear oil quantity F150AET 0 980 L 1 036 US qt 0 862 Imp qt F150BET 0 980 L 1 036 US qt 0 862 Imp qt FL150AET 0 870 L 0 920 US qt 0 766 Imp qt FL150BET 0 870...

Page 17: ...oose heavy or metal objects in the same compartment as the battery Fire explosion or sparks could result EWM01820 EMU36300 Multiple batteries To connect multiple batteries such as for mul tiple engine...

Page 18: ...nt EWM01810 For instructions on propeller removal and in stallation see page 70 and 71 EMU25770 Start in gear protection Yamaha outboard motors or Yamaha ap proved remote control units are equipped wi...

Page 19: ...rting and running problems Yamaha does not recommend gasohol containing methanol because it can cause fuel system damage or engine performance problems F150B FL150B Use a good quality gasoline that me...

Page 20: ...such as an extra set of spark plugs Consult your Yamaha dealer for details EMU25221 Emission control information EMU25310 U S insular areas Engines affixed with the label pictured below conform to U S...

Page 21: ...Specifications and requirements 15 1 Manufactured date label location U63P2AE0 book Page 15 Monday March 1 2010 1 49 PM...

Page 22: ...ls order from dealer F150A FL150A F150B FL150B ZMU06264 11 10 9 2 1 Top cowling 2 Cowling lock lever s 3 Anti cavitation plate 4 Trim tab anode 5 Propeller 6 Cooling water inlet 7 Clamp bracket 8 Flus...

Page 23: ...5 1 Remote control box binnacle mount type 2 Switch panel for use with binnacle type 3 Remote control box binnacle mount type 4 Switch panel for use with binnacle type 5 Clip 6 Engine shut off switch...

Page 24: ...e mount type 2 Switch panel for use with binnacle type 3 Remote control box binnacle mount type 4 Switch panel for use with binnacle type 5 Digital speedometer 6 Digital tachometer 7 Fuel management m...

Page 25: ...d on the remote control box 1 3 4 2 ZMU05485 1 Tachometer unit Square type 2 Speedometer unit Square type 3 Speed fuel meter unit Square type 4 Fuel management meter Square type 1 Power trim and tilt...

Page 26: ...button can only be pushed when the remote control lever is in the neutral position After the button is pushed the throttle be gins to open after the remote control lever is moved at least 35 After us...

Page 27: ...must be attached to the engine shut off switch for the engine to run The cord should be attached to a secure place on the operator s clothing or arm or leg Should the operator fall overboard or leave...

Page 28: ...he en gine When the key is released it returns automatically to the on position EMU32053 Power trim and tilt switch on remote control The power trim and tilt system adjusts the out board motor angle i...

Page 29: ...boat is at a complete stop with the engine 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 o...

Page 30: ...o the left port side turn the trim tab rear end to the port side A in the figure If the boat tends to veer to the right starboard side turn the trim tab end to the starboard side B in the figure NOTIC...

Page 31: ...re it fits properly in the rubber seal Then lock the cowling by moving the cowling lock lever s downward EMU26462 Flushing device This device is used to clean the cooling water passages of the motor u...

Page 32: ...ndicator of 6Y8 Multifunction Tachometer will blink The buzzer will sound intermittently only when the gear shift is in neutral If the alert system has activated stop the engine and consult a Yamaha d...

Page 33: ...to the desired using the pow er trim and tilt switch If the trim angle of your motor exceeds the trim operating range the top segment on the trim meter display will blink EMU26651 Hour meter This mete...

Page 34: ...r further in formation on reading the indicator see page 38 NOTICE ECM00052 Do not continue to run the engine if the overheat alert indicator is on Serious en gine damage will occur EMU26602 Digital s...

Page 35: ...n the face of the gauge points to trip meter clock or voltmeter EMU26691 Trip meter This gauge displays the distance the boat has traveled since the gauge was last reset The trip distance is shown in...

Page 36: ...lay will auto matically turn on and blink Get back to the port soon if an alert device has activated For charging the battery consult your Yamaha dealer EMU26741 Fuel management meter The fuel managem...

Page 37: ...displays for fuel flow to the starboard en gine only for fuel flow to the port engine only or for total fuel flow both engines EMU36090 Fuel consumption meter Fuel econo my meter Twin engine speed sy...

Page 38: ...ndividual engines may slightly vary in their fuel consumption due to manufacturing variations These variations can be even greater if the engines are of different year models In addition variations in...

Page 39: ...The tachometer shows the engine revolutions per minute It has functions of trim meter ad justing trolling speed cooling water engine temperature display battery voltage display total hour trip hour d...

Page 40: ...continue to run the engine if the low oil pressure alert device has activated Serious engine damage will occur EMU36221 Overheat alert If the engine temperature rises too high while cruising the overh...

Page 41: ...uel consumption display fuel economy display fuel flow display and system voltage display The chosen display is selected by us ing the set and mode buttons as described in this section If the speed se...

Page 42: ...ure display depth display and clock will also be available For the optional sen sors consult your Yamaha dealer After the main switch is first turned on all the displays come on as a test After a few...

Page 43: ...main switch is first turned on all the displays come on as a test After a few sec onds the gauge will change to normal opera tion For more information see the operation man ual originally supplied wi...

Page 44: ...e sure that the cooling water inlet is submerged Check the cooling water inlet for clogging Dual engine drive users If the overheat alert system of one engine ac tivates the engine will slow down To s...

Page 45: ...vel is correct and the alert device does not switch off consult your Yamaha dealer Twin engine drive users If the low oil pressure alert system of one en gine activates both engines will slow down and...

Page 46: ...ne boats mount the outboard motor on the cen terline keel line of the boat For twin engine boats mount the outboard motors equidistant from the centerline Consult your Yamaha dealer or boat manufactur...

Page 47: ...bstructions to the smooth flow of water such as the design or condition of the boat or ac cessories such as transom ladders or depth finder transducers can create air borne water spray while the boat...

Page 48: ...dling rough water and crowded areas 1 For the first hour of operation Run the engine at varying speeds up to 2000 r min or approximately half throttle 2 For the second hour of operation Increase engin...

Page 49: ...heck for fuel leaks or gasoline fumes in the boat Check for fuel leakage from the fuel system Check the fuel tank and fuel lines for cracks swellings or other damages EMU37321 Checking the fuel filter...

Page 50: ...dipstick into the dipstick guide otherwise the oil level measurement will be incorrect 4 Check the oil level using the dipstick to be sure the level falls between the upper lev el mark and lower leve...

Page 51: ...k levers are re leased 2 Be sure that the rubber seal is seated all the way around the engine 3 Place the cowling on top of the seal 4 Check to be sure it fits properly in the rub ber seal 5 Move the...

Page 52: ...Use the tilt support lever to lock the motor in the up position Operate the tilt down switch briefly so the motor is supported by the tilt support lever 5 Check that the tilt rod and trim rods are fr...

Page 53: ...ut do not overfill WARNING Do not overfill Otherwise fuel can expand and overflow if the temperature increases EWM02610 8 Tighten the fuel tank cap securely 9 Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediately...

Page 54: ...t route the cord where it could become entangled preventing it from functioning Avoid accidentally pulling the cord dur ing normal operation Loss of engine power means the loss of most steering contro...

Page 55: ...n the main switch to start while the en gine is running Do not keep the start er motor turning for more than 5 seconds If the starter motor is turned continuously for more than 5 sec onds the battery...

Page 56: ...il pressure alert indica tor remains off after starting the engine NOTICE If the low oil pressure alert indicator blinks after the engine starts stop the engine Otherwise serious engine damage could o...

Page 57: ...he boat as it could cause you to lose control be ejected or impact the steering wheel or other parts of the boat This could increase the risk of se rious injury It could also damage the shift mechanis...

Page 58: ...oat instability and can make steer ing 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 trim...

Page 59: ...st the outboard motor trim angle using the power trim and tilt switch To raise the bow trim out press the switch up To lower the bow trim in press the switch down Make test runs with the trim set to d...

Page 60: ...pera tion difficult and dangerous TIP Depending on the type of boat the outboard motor trim angle may have little effect on the trim of the boat when operating EMU27935 Tilting up and down If the engi...

Page 61: ...e tilt support lever toward you to support the engine WARNING After tilting the outboard motor be sure to support it with the tilt support knob or tilt support lever Otherwise the out board motor coul...

Page 62: ...growth and corrosion which could damage the power trim and tilt mechanism ECM00252 EMU33121 Procedure for tilting down power trim and tilt models 1 Push the power trim and tilt switch up until the ou...

Page 63: ...act the operator increasing the risk of collision with another boat or an ob stacle EWM01850 3 To return the outboard motor to the nor mal running position press the power trim and tilt switch and slo...

Page 64: ...f there is insufficient road clearance in this po sition then trailer the outboard motor in the tilt position using a motor support device such as a transom saver bar Consult your Yamaha dealer for fu...

Page 65: ...t the cooling system from clogging up with salt sand or dirt In addition fog ging lubricating the engine is mandatory to prevent excessive engine damage due to rust Perform the flushing and fogging at...

Page 66: ...all the spark plug s and torque to proper specification For information on spark plug installation see page 67 2 Change the gear oil For instructions see page 71 Inspect the oil for the presence of wa...

Page 67: ...securely on the fitting after flushing the engine ECM00541 TIP When flushing the engine with the boat in the water tilting up the outboard motor until it is completely out of the water will achieve b...

Page 68: ...erformed by an authorized Yamaha marine dealership EMU28511 Replacement parts If replacement parts are necessary use only genuine Yamaha parts or parts of equivalent design and quality Any part of inf...

Page 69: ...he symbol indicates the check ups which you may carry out yourself The symbol indicates work to be carried out by your Yamaha dealer Item Actions Initial Every 20 hours 3 months 100 hours 1 year 300 h...

Page 70: ...cessary PCV Pressure Con trol Valve Inspection or replace ment as necessary Shift link shift cable Inspection adjustment or replacement as nec essary Spark plug s Inspection or replace ment as necessa...

Page 71: ...or replace ment as necessary Wire harness connec tions wire coupler con nections Inspection or replace ment as necessary Yamaha Meter gauge Inspection Item Actions Every 1000 hours Exhaust guide exha...

Page 72: ...enance 66 EMU28943 Greasing Yamaha grease A water resistant grease Yamaha grease D corrosion resistant grease for propeller shaft F150A FL150A F150B FL150B U63P2AE0 book Page 66 Monday March 1 2010 1...

Page 73: ...r A damaged insulator could allow exter nal sparks which could lead to explo sion or fire EWM00561 3 Be sure to use the specified spark plug otherwise the engine may not operate properly Before fittin...

Page 74: ...NOTICE ECM01710 Change the engine oil after the first 20 hours of operation or 3 months and every 100 hours or at 1 year intervals thereafter Otherwise the engine will wear quickly The engine oil shou...

Page 75: ...ontinued operation with a problem could cause severe engine damage Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected ECM01622 12 Dispose of used oil according to local regulati...

Page 76: ...between the anti cavi tation plate and the propeller to prevent the propeller from turning Checkpoints Check each of the propeller blades for ero sion from cavitation or ventilation or other damage Ch...

Page 77: ...asher before in stalling the propeller Otherwise the lower case and propeller boss could be damaged ECM01881 3 Install the spacer and washer Tighten the propeller nut to the specified torque 4 Align t...

Page 78: ...asket to allow the oil to drain completely NOTICE Check the used gear oil after it has been drained If the gear oil is milky or contains water or a large amount of metal particles the gear case may be...

Page 79: ...des attached to the power unit EMU29323 Checking battery for electric start models WARNING EWM01902 Battery electrolyte is poisonous and caus tic and batteries generate explosive hy drogen gas When wo...

Page 80: ...se the battery cables Other wise the electrical parts could be dam aged 1 Make sure the main switch on applicable models is off before working on the battery 2 Connect the red battery cable to the POS...

Page 81: ...irst to avoid a short circuit and damage to the electrical system ECM01940 1 Isolator lead with circuit protection 2 Red cable 3 Black cable 4 Fuse 5 Battery for accessories 6 Battery for starting 7 N...

Page 82: ...76 3 Disconnect the positive cable s and re move the battery from the boat 4 Clean maintain and store the battery ac cording to the manufacturer s instruc tions U63P2AE0 book Page 76 Monday March 1 2...

Page 83: ...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...

Page 84: ...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 ser...

Page 85: ...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 ot...

Page 86: ...MU29441 Impact damage WARNING EWM00870 The outboard motor can be seriously dam aged by a collision while operating or trailering Damage could make the out board motor unsafe to operate If the outboard...

Page 87: ...d a fire hazard Consult your Yamaha dealer if the new fuse immediately blows again EMU29524 Power trim and tilt will not operate If the engine cannot be tilted up or down with the power trim and tilt...

Page 88: ...a rag Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately The fuel filter must be reassembled carefully with the O ring filter cup and hoses in place Improper assembly or replacement could result in a fuel leak whic...

Page 89: ...ection switch cou pler securely until a click is heard 8 Install the top cowling 9 Start the engine and make sure that the water separator alert indicator remains off Have a Yamaha dealer inspect the...

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