Yamaha F6D, Ower'S Manual

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Operation
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3. Secure the clamp bracket to the transom
using the bolts provided with the out-
board (if packed). For details, consult
your Yamaha dealer.
WARNING
EWM00650
Avoid using bolts, nuts or washers other
than those contained in the engine pack-
aging. If used, they must be of at least the
same quality of material and strength and
must be tightened securely. After tighten-
ing, test run the engine and check their
tightness.
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Breaking in engine
Your new engine requires a period of break-in
to allow mating surfaces of moving parts to
wear in evenly. Correct break-in will help en-
sure proper performance and longer engine
life.
CAUTION:
ECM00800
Failure to follow the break-in procedure
could result in reduced engine life or even
severe engine damage.
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Procedure for 4-stroke models
Run the engine under load (in gear with a pro-
peller installed) as follows.
1. For the first hour of operation:
Run the engine at 2000 r/min or at ap-
proximately half throttle.
2. For the second hour of operation:
Run the engine at 3000 r/min or at ap-
proximately three-quarter throttle.
3. For the next eight hours of operation:
Avoid continuous operation at full throttle
for more than five minutes at a time.
4. After the first 10 hours:
Operate the engine normally.
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Preoperation checks
WARNING
EWM00080
If any item in the preoperation check is not
working properly, have it inspected and
repaired before operating the outboard
motor. Otherwise an accident could occur.
CAUTION:
ECM00120
Do not start the engine out of water. Over-
heating and serious engine damage can
occur.
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Fuel
●
Check to be sure you have plenty of fuel for
your trip.
●
Make sure there are no fuel leaks or gaso-
line fumes.
●
Check fuel line connections to be sure they
are tight (if equipped Yamaha fuel tank or
boat tank).
●
Be sure the fuel tank is positioned on a se-
cure, flat surface, and that the fuel line is not
twisted or flattened, or likely to contact
sharp objects (if equipped Yamaha fuel
tank or boat tank).
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Controls
●
Check throttle, shift, and steering for proper
operation before starting the engine.
1. Bolts
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