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Trouble Recovery

Q. Is fuel system obstructed?
A. Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or
other obstructions in fuel system.

Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale?
A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.

Q. Is fuel filter clogged?
A. Clean or replace filter.

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

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

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. Is specified engine oil not being used?
A. Check and replace oil as specified.

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

Q. Are carburetor adjustments incorrect?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is fuel pump 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 a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Is battery cable disconnected?
A. Connect securely.

Alert buzzer sounds or indicator lights.

Q. Is cooling system clogged?
A. Check water intake for restriction.

Q. Is engine oil level low?
A. Fill oil tank with specified engine oil.

Q. Is heat range of spark plug incorrect?
A. Inspect spark plug and replace it with rec-
ommended type.

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

Q. Is engine oil contaminated or deteriorat-
ed?
A. Replace oil with fresh, specified type.

Q. Is oil filter clogged?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

Q. Has oil feed/injection pump malfunc-
tioned?
A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer.

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Summary of Contents for F50F

Page 1: ...Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor OWNER S MANUAL F50F F60C F70A FT60D 6C1 28199 26 E0 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 1 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 2: ...manual carefully before operating this outboard motor Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating This manual should stay with the outboard motor if it is sold 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 1 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 3: ...your machine and this manual If there is any question concerning this manu al please consult your Yamaha dealer To ensure long product life Yamaha recom mends that you use the product and perform the specified periodic inspections and main tenance by correctly following the instruc tions in the owner s manual Any damage resulting from neglect of these instructions is not covered by warranty Some c...

Page 4: ...ple batteries 13 Propeller selection 13 Start in gear protection 14 Engine oil requirements 14 Fuel requirements 15 Gasoline 15 Anti fouling paint 15 Motor disposal requirements 15 Emergency equipment 15 Emission control information 15 U S insular areas 15 Components 17 Components diagram 17 Fuel tank 20 Fuel joint 21 Fuel gauge 21 Fuel tank cap 21 Air vent screw 21 Remote control box 21 Remote co...

Page 5: ...n 46 Installation 46 Mounting the outboard motor 46 Operation 48 First time operation 48 Fill engine oil 48 Breaking in engine 48 Getting to know your boat 48 Checks before starting engine 48 Fuel level 48 Remove the top cowling 49 Fuel system 49 Controls 49 Engine shut off cord lanyard 50 Engine oil 51 Engine 51 Flushing device 51 Install top cowling 52 Power trim and tilt system 52 Battery 53 Fi...

Page 6: ...l 83 Inspecting wiring and connectors 85 Checking propeller 85 Removing propeller 86 Installing propeller 86 Changing gear oil 87 Cleaning fuel tank 88 Inspecting and replacing anode s 89 Checking battery for electric start models 90 Connecting the battery 90 Disconnecting the battery 91 Trouble Recovery 92 Troubleshooting 92 Temporary action in emergency 95 Impact damage 95 Replacing fuse 95 Powe...

Page 7: ...ket when the motor is trimmed or tilted Keep body parts out of this area at all times Be sure no one is in this area before operating the power trim and tilt mechanism The power trim and tilt switches operate even when the main switch is off Keep peo ple be away from the switches whenever working around the motor Never get under the lower unit while it is tilt ed even when the tilt support lever i...

Page 8: ...ou must 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 boat ing conditions 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 someone is in the water near the boat shift into neutral and stop t...

Page 9: ...kes and stopping the engine or reducing throttle can reduce the ability to steer If you are not sure that you can stop in time before hitting an obstacle apply throttle and turn in another direction EMU33790 Weather Stay informed about the weather Check weather forecasts before boating Avoid boating in hazardous weather EMU33880 Passenger training Make sure at least one other passenger is trained ...

Page 10: ...s shown in the 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 European Parliament directive relating to machinery Each conformed outboard motor accompa nied with EC DoC EC DoC contains the fol lowing information Name of Engine Manufacture Model name Pro...

Page 11: ...abel Engines affixed with this label conform to certain portion s of the Australian Radio Communications Act 1 CE marking location 1 C Tick label location ZMU04704 1 ZMU06040 ZMU04701 1 ZMU01697 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 5 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

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 or missing contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements F50F F60C FT60D 3 1 2 ZMU05712 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 6 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 13: ...General information 7 F70A 3 1 2 ZMU07077 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 7 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 14: ...s hair and clothing away from rotating parts while the engine is running Do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or during operation 3 WARNING EWM01671 Read Owner s Manuals and labels Wear an approved personal flotation device PFD Attach engine shut off cord lanyard to your PFD arm or leg so the engine stops if you accidentally leave the helm which could prevent a runaway boat ZMU057...

Page 15: ...Warning Read Owner s Manual Hazard caused by continuous rotation Electrical hazard Remote control lever gear shift lever operat ing direction dual direction Engine start Engine cranking ZMU05696 ZMU05664 ZMU05665 ZMU05666 ZMU05667 ZMU05668 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 9 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 16: ...58 1 in FT60DET 1455 mm 57 3 in Overall height X F70AET 1590 mm 62 6 in FT60DET 1569 mm 61 8 in Transom height L F50FEHT 527 mm 20 7 in F50FET 527 mm 20 7 in F60CEHT 527 mm 20 7 in F60CET 527 mm 20 7 in F70AET 534 mm 21 0 in FT60DET 530 mm 20 9 in Transom height X F70AET 648 mm 25 5 in FT60DET 644 mm 25 4 in Weight AL L F50FEHT 117 0 kg 258 lb F50FET 113 0 kg 249 lb F60CEHT 117 0 kg 258 lb F60CET ...

Page 17: ...N 430 0 A Min rated capacity 20HR IEC 70 0 Ah Maximum generator output F50FEHT 16 A F50FET 16 A F60CEHT 16 A F60CET 16 A F70AET 15 A FT60DET 16 A Drive unit Gear positions Forward neutral reverse Gear ratio F50FEHT 1 85 24 13 F50FET 1 85 24 13 F60CEHT 1 85 24 13 F60CET 1 85 24 13 F70AET 2 33 28 12 FT60DET 2 33 28 12 Trim and tilt system Power trim and tilt Propeller mark F50FEHT G F50FET G F60CEHT...

Page 18: ...34 0 Nm 3 47 kgf m 25 1 ft lb FT60DET 35 0 Nm 3 57 kgf m 25 8 ft lb Engine oil drain bolt F50FEHT 28 0 Nm 2 86 kgf m 20 7 ft lb F50FET 28 0 Nm 2 86 kgf m 20 7 ft lb F60CEHT 28 0 Nm 2 86 kgf m 20 7 ft lb F60CET 28 0 Nm 2 86 kgf m 20 7 ft lb F70AET 27 0 Nm 2 75 kgf m 19 9 ft lb FT60DET 28 0 Nm 2 86 kgf m 20 7 ft lb Engine oil filter 18 0 Nm 1 84 kgf m 13 3 ft lb Noise and vibration level Operator so...

Page 19: ...e batteries To connect multiple batteries such as for multiple engine configurations or for an ac cessory battery consult your Yamaha dealer about battery selection and correct wiring EMU34194 Propeller selection Next to selecting an outboard motor select ing the right propeller is one of the most im portant purchasing decisions a boater can make The type size and design of your pro peller have a ...

Page 20: ...alternative from the following chart according to the average tem peratures in your area 1 Propeller diameter in inches 2 Propeller pitch in inches 3 Type of propeller propeller mark ZMU04606 x 1 2 3 Recommended engine oil 4 stroke motor oil with a combination of the following SAE and API oil classifi cations Engine oil type SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 Engine oil grade API SE SF SG SH SJ SL Total engine ...

Page 21: ...system damage or engine performance problems EMU36330 Anti fouling paint A clean hull improves boat performance The boat bottom 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 e...

Page 22: ...the swivel bracket 1 Approval label location 1 ZMU05797 ZMU06894 EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION MFI THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO CALIFORNIA AND U S EPA EXHAUST REGULATIONS FOR SI MARINE ENGINES REFER TO THE OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS MEETS U S EPA EVAP STANDARDS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS FAMILY DISPLACEMENT liters SPARK PLUG FUEL GASOLINE FELs HC NOx CO g kW hr MAX POW...

Page 23: ...7 1 Top cowling 2 Water separator 3 Cowling lock lever 4 Drain screw 5 Anode 6 Anti cavitation plate 7 Trim tab anode 8 Propeller 9 Cooling water inlet 10 Anode s 11 Clamp bracket 12 Tilt support lever 13 Flushing device 14 Tiller handle 15 Remote control box side mount type 16 Remote control box binnacle mount type 17 Switch panel for use with binnacle type 18 Digital tachometer 19 Digital speedo...

Page 24: ...tor 3 Cowling lock lever 4 Drain screw 5 Anti cavitation plate 6 Trim tab anode 7 Propeller 8 Cooling water inlet 9 Anode s 10 Tilt support lever 11 Power trim and tilt switch 12 Flushing device 13 Remote control box side mount type 14 Digital tachometer 15 Digital speedometer 16 Tachometer 17 Trim meter 18 Fuel tank 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 18 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 25: ...ode 7 Propeller 8 Cooling water inlet 9 Anode s 10 Tilt support lever 11 Power trim and tilt switch 12 Gear shift lever 13 Variable trolling RPM switch 14 Power trim and tilt switch 15 Throttle grip 16 Alert indicator 17 Engine stop button Engine shut off switch 18 Clip 19 Main switch 20 Steering friction adjuster 21 Flushing device 22 Digital tachometer 23 Digital speedometer 24 Tachometer 25 Tri...

Page 26: ...fuel reservoir and must not be used as a fuel storage container Com mercial users should conform to relevant licensing or approval authority regula tions 1 3 2 ZMU05484 1 Tachometer unit Square type 2 Speedometer unit Square type 3 Fuel management meter Square type 1 Fuel joint 2 Fuel gauge 3 Fuel tank cap 4 Air vent screw ZMU02284 3 1 4 2 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 20 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 27: ...witch 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 the engine will begin to accelerate 1 Fuel joint 2 Fu...

Page 28: ...ntrol lever is in neutral The remote control lever will operate only when the neutral throttle lever is in the closed position EMU26233 Free accelerator To open the throttle without shifting into ei ther forward or reverse push the free accel erator button and move the remote control 1 Neutral 2 Forward 3 Reverse 4 Shift 5 Fully closed 6 Throttle 7 Fully open 1 Neutral 2 Forward 3 Reverse 4 Shift ...

Page 29: ...t position The remote control will then engage forward and re verse normally EMU25912 Tiller handle To change direction move the tiller handle to the left or right as necessary EMU25923 Gear shift lever Move the gear shift lever forward to engage the forward gear or rearward to engage the reverse gear EMU25941 Throttle grip The throttle grip is on the tiller handle Turn the grip counterclockwise t...

Page 30: ...e To increase resistance turn the adjuster clockwise To decrease resistance turn the adjuster counterclockwise WARNING Do not overtighten the friction adjuster If there is too much resistance it could be difficult to move the remote control lever or throttle grip which could result in an accident EWM00032 When constant speed is desired tighten the adjuster to maintain the desired throttle set ting...

Page 31: ...e the cord where it could become en tangled preventing it from functioning Avoid accidentally pulling the cord dur ing normal operation Loss of engine 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 EWM00122 EMU26002 Engine stop button The engine stop button stops the engine whe...

Page 32: ...ion adjuster A friction device provides adjustable resis tance to the steering mechanism and can be set according to operator preference An ad juster lever is located on the bottom of the tiller handle bracket To increase resistance turn the lever to the port side A To decrease resistance turn the lever to the starboard side B WARNING EWM00040 Do not overtighten the friction adjuster If there is t...

Page 33: ...ts it up Press ing the switch down tilts the outboard motor down and trims it down When the switch is released the outboard motor will stop in its current position For instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch see pages 63 and 65 EMU26154 Power trim and tilt switch on bottom cowling The power trim and tilt switch is located on the side of the bottom cowling Pushing the switch up trims t...

Page 34: ... returns to the normal trolling speed when the engine is stopped and restarted or when the engine speed exceeds ap proximately 3000 r min For instructions on using the variable troll ing RPM switches see page 61 EMU26244 Trim tab with anode WARNING EWM00840 An improperly adjusted trim tab could cause difficult steering Always test run after the trim tab has been installed or re placed to be sure s...

Page 35: ...t sup port and fall If the motor cannot be trail ered in the normal running position use an additional support device to secure it in the tilt position EMU26373 Cowling lock lever s turn type To remove the engine top cowling turn the cowling lock lever s and lift off the cowling When installing the cowling check to be sure it fits properly in the rubber seal Then lock the cowling again by returnin...

Page 36: ...Y8 Mul tifunction Tachometer will activate Activation of alert device The water separator alert indicator 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 dealer im mediately EMU26303 Alert indicator If the engine develops a condition which is cause for alert...

Page 37: ...Components 31 details on how to read the alert indicator see page 43 1 Alert indicator 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 31 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 38: ... will light up For further information on reading the indicator see page 43 NOTICE ECM00052 Do not continue to run the engine if the overheat alert indicator is on Serious en gine damage will occur EMU26493 Digital tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed and has the following functions All segments of the display will light momen tarily after the main switch is turned on and will return t...

Page 39: ...p The display can also be turned on and off To change the display format press the mode button The display can show total hours or trip hours or turn off To reset the trip hours simultaneously press the set and mode buttons for more than 1 second while the trip hours are displayed This resets the trip counter to 0 zero The total number of hours the engine has been run cannot be reset EMU26524 Low ...

Page 40: ...en tarily after the main switch is turned on and will return to normal thereafter EMU36061 Speedometer The speedometer displays km h mph or knots according to operator preference Se lect the desired units of measurement by set ting the selector switch on the back of the gauge See the illustration for settings EMU26713 Fuel gauge Eight segments indicate the fuel level When 1 Low oil pressure alert ...

Page 41: ...tmeter EMU26691 Trip meter This gauge displays the distance the boat has traveled since the gauge was last reset The trip distance is shown in kilometers or miles depending upon the unit of measure ment selected for the speedometer To reset the trip meter to zero press the set and mode buttons at the same time The trip distance is kept in memory by bat tery power The stored data will be lost if th...

Page 42: ...on and blink Get back to the port soon if an alert device has activated For charging the battery con sult your Yamaha dealer EMU26471 Analog tachometer This gauge shows the engine speed and has the following functions EMU26506 Low oil pressure alert indicator If oil pressure drops too low this indicator will flash For further information see page 43 NOTICE ECM00022 Do not continue to run the engin...

Page 43: ...er unit square type speed fuel meter unit square or round types and fuel management meter square type The indicator system is slightly differ ent between the round and square types Check the model and type of your unit care fully This manual describes mainly the alert indicators For more details on setting meters or changing indicator systems see the attached operation manual EMU36184 6Y8 Multifun...

Page 44: ...reasing or decreasing it approximately 50 r min When in the trolling speed setting mode the display switches to the normal dis play when the engine speed is increased within 3000 r min using the throttle When the throttle is closed the display returns to the trolling speed setting mode For details see the attached operation manual TIP Trolling is affected by currents and other operating conditions...

Page 45: ...eat alert If the engine temperature rises too high while cruising the overheat alert indicator will start to blink The engine speed will automatically decrease to about 2000 r min Stop the engine immediately if the buzzer sounds and the overheat alert device has ac tivated Check the cooling water inlet for clogging NOTICE ECM01592 Do not continue to run the engine if the overheat alert indicator b...

Page 46: ...l fuel consumption display fuel economy display fuel flow display and system voltage display The chosen display is selected by using the set and mode but tons as described in this section If the speed sensor is installed the unit can also show the trip display However even if the speed sen sor is not installed the trip display can be shown by connecting an optional sensor to the unit In addition i...

Page 47: ...by connecting an optional sensor to the unit In addition if optional sensors are connected to the unit water surface temperature dis play depth display and clock will also be available For the optional sensors consult your Yamaha dealer After the 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 oper ation For more information se...

Page 48: ...ttons as described in this section For more information see the operation manual originally supplied with the meter After the 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 oper ation For more information see the operation manual originally supplied with the meter 1 Set button 2 Mode button 1 Fuel flow meter 2 1 ZMU05438 1 2 Z...

Page 49: ...erheat alert This engine has an overheat alert device If the engine temperature rises too high the alert device will activate The engine speed will automatically de crease to about 2000 r min The overheat alert indicator will light or blink The buzzer will sound if equipped on the tiller handle remote control box or main switch panel ZMU05028 ZMU05421 ZMU05231 ZMU04583 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 43 ページ２０１...

Page 50: ...clogging EMU3016B Low oil pressure alert If the oil pressure drops too low the alert de vice will activate The engine speed will automatically de crease to about 2000 r min If equipped with a low oil pressure alert indicator it will light or blink The buzzer will sound if equipped on the tiller handle remote control box or main switch panel ZMU03604 ZMU04994 ZMU05430 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 44 ページ２０１０年...

Page 51: ...ctivated stop the en gine as soon as it is safe to do so Check the oil level and add oil as needed If the oil level is correct and the alert device does not switch off consult your Yamaha dealer ZMU04583 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 45 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 52: ...ise the boat could be hard to steer For single en gine boats mount the outboard motor on the centerline keel line of the boat EMU26933 Mounting height boat bottom The mounting height of your outboard motor affects its efficiency and reliability If it is mounted too high propeller ventilation may occur which will reduce propulsion due to excessive propeller slip and the water in takes for the cooli...

Page 53: ... or condition of the boat or ac cessories such as transom ladders or depth finder transducers can create airborne water spray while the boat is cruising If the outboard motor is oper ated continuously in the presence of airborne water spray enough water could enter the engine through the air intake opening in the top cowling to cause severe engine damage Remove the cause of the airborne water spra...

Page 54: ... installed as follows For 10 hours for breaking in engine avoid ex tended idling rough water and crowded ar eas 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 engine speed as much as nec essary to put the boat on plane but avoid full throttle operation then back off on the throttle while...

Page 55: ...l leakage regularly If any fuel leakage is found the fuel system must be repaired by a qualified mechanic Improper repairs can make the outboard unsafe to operate EMU36451 Check for fuel leaks Check for fuel leaks or gasoline fumes in the boat Check for fuel leakage from the fuel sys tem Check the fuel tank and fuel lines for cracks swellings or other damages EMU36471 Check the fuel filter Check t...

Page 56: ...s several times to make sure there is no hesitation in their travel Operation should be smooth over the complete range of motion and each le ver should return completely to the idle po sition Look for loose or damaged connections of the throttle and shift cables EMU36483 Engine shut off cord lanyard Inspect the engine shut off cord and clip for damage such as cuts breaks and wear ZMU07105 1 Cord 2...

Page 57: ...Consult your Yamaha dealer if the oil level is out of specified level or if it appears milky or dirty EMU27153 Engine Check the engine and engine mounting Look for loose or damaged fasteners Check the propeller for damage Check for engine oil leaks EMU36492 Flushing device Check that the flushing device s garden hose connector is securely screwed on to the fit ting on the bottom cowling NOTICE If ...

Page 58: ...th both hands If the top cowling is loose have it repaired by your Yamaha dealer EMU34581 Power trim and tilt system WARNING EWM01930 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 Body parts can be crushed between the motor and the clamp bracket when the motor is trimmed or tilted Be s...

Page 59: ... injury or death Handle gasoline with care Never siphon gasoline by mouth If you should swallow some gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline vapor or get some gasoline in your eyes see your doctor immediately If gasoline spills on your skin wash with soap and wa ter If gasoline spills on your clothing change your clothes 1 Be sure the engine is stopped 2 Disconnect the fuel line from the fuel tank an...

Page 60: ... smoking and keep away from open flames and sparks while loosen ing 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 EMU27468 Sending fuel portable tank 1 If ther...

Page 61: ...tric start prime start models WARNING EWM01840 Failure to attached engine shut off cord could result in a runaway boat if opera tor is ejected Attach the engine shut off cord to a secure place on your cloth ing or your arm or leg while operating Do not attach the cord to clothing that could tear loose Do not route the cord where it could become entangled pre venting it from functioning Avoid accid...

Page 62: ...eep 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 impossible 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 ECM00192 TIP When the engine is...

Page 63: ...wer the boat could slow rapidly This could cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward 1 Place the remote control lever in neutral TIP The start in gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu tral 2 Attach the engine shut off cord to a se cure place on your clothing or your arm or leg Then install the clip on the other end of the cord into the engine s...

Page 64: ...continuous flow of water from the pilot hole indicates that the water pump is pumping water through the cooling water passages If the cooling water passages are frozen it may take a while for water to start flowing out of the pilot hole NOTICE ECM01810 If water is not flowing out of the pilot hole at all times while the engine is running overheating and serious damage could occur Stop the engine a...

Page 65: ...he engine shut off switch EMU33492 Shifting WARNING EWM00180 Before shifting make sure there are no swimmers or obstacles in the water near you NOTICE ECM01610 Warm up the engine before shifting into gear Until the engine is warm the idle speed may be higher than normal High idle speed can prevent you from shifting back to neutral If this occurs stop the engine shift to neutral then restart the en...

Page 66: ...ral 1 Close the throttle so that the engine slows to idle speed 2 After the engine is at idle speed in gear move the remote control lever gear shift lever firmly and crisply into the neu tral position N ZMU04588 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 60 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 67: ...usting trolling speed The trolling speed on outboard motors equipped with the variable trolling RPM switches can be adjusted approximately 50 r min with each press of a switch To increase the trolling speed press the switch To decrease the trolling speed press the switch TIP The trolling speed changes approximately 50 r min each time a switch is pressed If the trolling speed has been adjusted the ...

Page 68: ... screw on the fuel tank cap if equipped 4 Remove the key if the boat will be left un attended TIP The engine can also be stopped by pulling the cord and removing the clip from the en gine shut off switch then turning the main switch to off ON OFF START ZMU04599 ZMU03632 ZMU07082 ZMU02301 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 62 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 69: ...opeller Correct trim is also affected by variables such as the load in the boat sea conditions and running speed EMU27885 Adjusting trim angle Power trim and tilt WARNING EWM00753 Be sure all people are clear of the out board motor when adjusting the trim angle Body parts can be crushed be tween the motor and the clamp bracket when the motor is trimmed or tilted Use caution when trying a trim posi...

Page 70: ... boat is on plane a bow up attitude results in less drag greater stability and effi ciency This is generally when the keel line of the boat is up about 3 to 5 degrees With the bow up the boat may have a greater tenden cy to steer to one side or the other Compen sate for this as you steer When the bow of the boat is down it is easier to accelerate from a standing start onto plane 1 Power trim and t...

Page 71: ...opped for some time or if the boat is moored in shallows the out board motor should be tilted up to protect the propeller and lower casing from damage by collision with obstructions and also to re duce salt corrosion WARNING EWM00222 Make sure that no one is near the out board motor when tilting the outboard motor up or down Otherwise body parts could be crushed between the outboard motor and the ...

Page 72: ... the power trim and tilt switch up until the outboard motor has tilted up completely 3 Pull the tilt support lever toward you to N ZMU03196 N ZMU04588 UP ZMU04194 UP ZMU03639 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 66 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 73: ...n see page 70 ECM01641 4 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 NOTICE Make sure that the trim rods retracts completely during mooring This protects the rods from marine growth and corrosion which could damage the power trim and tilt mechanism ECM00252 EMU33121 Procedure for ...

Page 74: ...m overheat ing can result EMU32913 Procedure for power trim and tilt models 1 Place the remote control lever gear shift lever in neutral 2 Slightly tilt the outboard motor up to the desired position using the power trim and tilt switch WARNING Using the power trim and tilt switch on the bot tom cowling while the boat is moving or engine is on could increase the risk of falling overboard and could ...

Page 75: ...er to prevent them from becoming clogged Also rinse the outside of the outboard motor with fresh wa ter Cruising in muddy turbid or acidic water Water in some areas can be acidic or with a lot of sediment in it such as muddy or turbid cloudy water After operating in such water flush the cooling passages with fresh water to prevent corrosion Also rinse the outside of the outboard motor with fresh w...

Page 76: ...ne causing engine start dif ficulty or malfunction When storing or transporting the outboard motor make sure to follow the procedure list ed below Disconnect the fuel line from the outboard motor Tighten the fuel tank cap and its air vent screw When the outboard motor is tilted pro longed time for mooring or trailering the boat disconnect the fuel line from the out board motor Tighten the fuel tan...

Page 77: ...ent excessive engine damage due to rust Perform the flushing and fogging at the same time 1 Wash the outboard motor body using fresh water NOTICE Do not spray wa ter into the air intake ECM01840 For fur ther information see page 74 2 Disconnect the fuel line from the out board motor 3 Remove the engine top cowling fly wheel cover and propeller For further details see page 86 4 Install the flushing...

Page 78: ...apor separator with a container Loosen the drain screw and then remove the cap Push in the air valve with a screwdriver to introduce air into the float chamber so that the gasoline will drain smoothly Then tighten the drain screw 8 Remove the flushing attachment 9 Drain the cooling water completely out of the motor Clean the body thoroughly 10 Install the flywheel cover propeller and top cowling 1...

Page 79: ...ine with oil is recommended Contact your Yamaha dealer for information about fogging oil and procedures for your engine EMU28444 Flushing power unit Perform this procedure right after operation for the most thorough flushing NOTICE ECM01530 Do not perform this procedure while the engine is running The water pump may be damaged and severe damage from overheating can result 1 After shutting off the ...

Page 80: ...s tightened securely on the fitting after flushing the en gine ECM00541 TIP When flushing the engine with the boat in the water tilting up the outboard motor un til it is completely out of the water will achieve better results For cooling system flushing instructions see page 70 EMU28451 Cleaning the outboard motor After use wash the exterior of the outboard motor with fresh water Flush the coolin...

Page 81: ...control system must be performed by an autho rized 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 inferior quality may malfunction and the resulting loss of control could endanger the operator and passengers Yamaha genuine parts and ac cessories are available from your Yamaha...

Page 82: ...lushed with clean water after each use The 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 hours 3 years 500 hours 5 years Anode s external Inspection or replace ment as necessary Anode s cylinder head thermostat cover Inspection or replace ment as nec...

Page 83: ... tilt unit Inspection Propeller propeller nut cotter pin 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 necessary Spark plug caps spark plug wires Inspection or replace ment as necessary Water from the cooling water pilot hole Inspection Throttle link throttle cable throttle pick up timing...

Page 84: ...n or replace ment as necessary Yamaha Meter gauge Inspection Fuel tank Yamaha por table tank Inspection and clean ing as necessary Item Actions Every 1000 hours Exhaust guide exhaust manifold Inspection or replace ment as necessary Timing belt Replacement Item Actions Initial Every 20 hours 3 months 100 hours 1 year 300 hours 3 years 500 hours 5 years 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 78 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３...

Page 85: ...nance 79 EMU28943 Greasing Yamaha grease A water resistant grease Yamaha grease D corrosion resistant grease for propeller shaft F50FET F60CET FT60DET ZMU05087 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 79 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 86: ...Maintenance 80 F50FEHT F60CEHT ZMU05103 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 80 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 87: ...Maintenance 81 F70AET ZMU07089 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 81 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 88: ...eat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode 1 Remove the spark plug caps from the spark plugs 2 Remove the spark plug If electrode ero sion becomes excessive or if carbon and other deposits are excessive you should replace the spark plug with an other of the correct type WARNING When removing or installing a spark plug be careful not to damage the in sulator A damaged...

Page 89: ...er for the outboard motor use a diagnostic ta chometer for this procedure Results may vary depending on whether testing is con ducted 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 2 Once the engine has warmed up verify whether the idle speed is set to specifi cation For i...

Page 90: ... stick and use the oil changer to extract the oil completely 6 Add the correct amount of oil through the filler hole Put back the filler cap and the dipstick NOTICE Overfilling the oil could cause leakage or damage If the oil level is above the upper level mark drain until the level meets the specified capacity ECM01850 7 Leave the outboard motor for 5 10 min 1 Oil changer ZMU03659 1 ZMU06187 1 Oi...

Page 91: ...dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected ECM01622 12 Dispose of used oil according to local regulations TIP For more information on the disposal of used oil consult your Yamaha dealer Change the oil more often when operating the engine under adverse conditions such as extended trolling EMU29114 Inspecting wiring and connectors Inspect that each connector is engaged securely Inspect th...

Page 92: ...l it out using a pair of pliers 2 Remove the propeller nut washer and spacer if equipped WARNING Do not use your hand to hold the propel ler when loosening the propeller nut EWM01890 3 Remove the propeller washer if equipped and thrust washer EMU30672 Installing propeller EMU29234 Spline models NOTICE ECM00501 Make sure to use a new cotter pin and bend the ends over securely Otherwise the propelle...

Page 93: ...ls 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 screw is at the lowest point pos sible 2 Place a suitable container under the gear case 3 Remove the gear oil drain screw and gasket NOTICE If there is an exces sive qu...

Page 94: ...l drain screw Insert and tighten the gear oil drain screw EMU29302 Cleaning fuel tank WARNING EWM00920 Gasoline 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 Keep away from sparks cigarettes flames or other sources of ignition when cleaning the fuel tank Remove the fuel tank from the boat be f...

Page 95: ... the filter to dry 5 Replace the gasket with a new one Re install the fuel joint assembly and tighten the screws firmly EMU29313 Inspecting and replacing anode s Yamaha outboard motors are protected from corrosion by sacrificial anodes Inspect the external anodes periodically Remove scales from the surfaces of the anodes Consult a Yamaha dealer for replacement of external anodes NOTICE ECM00720 Do...

Page 96: ...will help you monitor the bat tery s charge If the battery needs charg ing consult your Yamaha dealer 3 Check the battery connections They should be clean secure and covered by an insulating cover WARNING Bad connections can produce shorting or arcing and cause an explosion EWM01912 EMU29334 Connecting the battery WARNING EWM00572 Mount the battery holder securely in a dry well ventilated vibratio...

Page 97: ... can be damaged ECM01930 2 Disconnect the negative cable s from the negative terminal NOTICE Al ways disconnect all negative ca bles first to avoid a short circuit and damage to the electrical system ECM01940 3 Disconnect the positive cable s and re move the battery from the boat 4 Clean maintain and store the battery according to the manufacturer s instruc tions 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 91 ページ２０１０年２月１０...

Page 98: ...aha 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 55 Q Has fuel pump malfunctioned A Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer Q Are spark plug s fo...

Page 99: ...er 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 a Yamaha dealer Q Is battery cable disconn...

Page 100: ...g 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 ...

Page 101: ...9441 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 Check the control system and all compo nents for damage Also check the boat for damage 3 Whether damage is fo...

Page 102: ...nually 1 Loosen the manual valve screw by turn ing it counterclockwise until it stops 2 Put the engine in the desired position then tighten the manual valve screw by turning it clockwise 1 Fuse 20 A 3 30 A 2 Spare fuse 20 A 3 30 A 3 Fuse puller 1 Fuse 15A 20 A 30 A 2 Spare fuse 15A 20 A 30 A 3 Fuse puller 3 2 1 1 2 ZMU05099 2 1 3 ZMU07093 1 Fuse puller 1 Manual valve screw 1 ZMU04337 1 ZMU03668 6C...

Page 103: ...embly or replacement could result in a fuel leak which could result in a fire or explosion hazard If the water separator alert indicator on the 6Y8 Multifunction tachometer blinks perform the following procedure F50F F60C FT60D 1 Stop the engine 2 Remove the top cowling 3 Remove the plastic tie 4 Disconnect the water detection switch coupler NOTICE Be careful not to get any water on the water dete...

Page 104: ...lick is heard 9 Fasten the water detection switch lead with the plastic tie 10 Install the top cowling 11 Start the engine and make sure that the water separator alert indicator remains off Have a Yamaha dealer inspect the outboard motor after returning to port F70A 1 Stop the engine 2 Remove the top cowling 3 Remove the cover 4 Remove the holder 1 Filter cup 2 Water detection switch lead 1 Water ...

Page 105: ...e filter cup by soak ing it up with a rag 8 Firmly screw the filter cup onto the filter housing NOTICE Be careful not to twist the water detection switch lead when screwing the filter cup onto the filter housing ECM01970 9 Connect the water detection switch cou pler securely until a click is heard 10 Fasten the water detection switch lead with the holder 1 Holder 1 Water detection switch coupler 1...

Page 106: ...thing or your arm or leg while operating the boat Do not attach the cord to clothing that could tear loose Do not route the cord where it could become entangled pre venting it from functioning Avoid accidentally pulling the cord dur ing normal operation Loss of engine power means the loss of most steering control Also without engine power the boat could slow rapidly This could cause people and obj...

Page 107: ...main switch 5 Insert the knotted end of the emergency starter rope into the notch in the flywheel rotor and wind the rope around the fly wheel several turns clockwise 6 Give a strong pull straight out to crank the engine Repeat if necessary WARNING Do not install the top cowling when engine is running EWM00621 ZMU03670 ZMU04595 ON START OFF ZMU01906 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 101 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分...

Page 108: ...ard motor is submerged immedi ately take it to a Yamaha dealer Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immedi ately NOTICE Do not attempt to run the outboard motor until it has been com pletely inspected ECM00401 ZMU07099 6C1 9 26 1E0 book 102 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

Page 109: ...6C1 9 26 1E0 book 103 ページ２０１０年２月１０日水曜日午後１時５３分 ...

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