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General information

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Product code of model (Approved model
code)

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Code of conformed directives

EMU25206

CE Marking

Outboard motors affixed with this “CE”mark-
ing conform with the directives of;
2006/42/EC, 94/25/EC - 2003/44/EC and
2004/108/EC.

1. CE marking location

ZMU05336

ZMU06040

U6DR70E0.book Page 5 Thursday, December 6, 2012 9:14 AM

Summary of Contents for F9.9J

Page 1: ...Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor OWNER S MANUAL F9 9J FT9 9L 6DR 28199 70 E0 U6DR70E0 book Page 1 Thursday December 6 2012 9 14 AM...

Page 2: ...refully 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 U6DR70E0 book Page 1 Thursday Decem...

Page 3: ...ween 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: ...tery requirements 13 Battery specifications 13 Mounting battery 13 Propeller selection 13 Start in gear protection 14 Engine oil requirements 14 Fuel requirements 14 Gasoline 14 Muddy or acidic water...

Page 5: ...engine 45 Procedure 45 Procedure 46 Trimming outboard motor 46 Adjusting trim angle for manual tilt models 46 Adjusting trim angle power tilt models 47 Adjusting boat trim 47 Tilting up and down 48 Pr...

Page 6: ...nnecting the battery 73 Disconnecting the battery 73 Trouble Recovery 74 Troubleshooting 74 Temporary action in emergency 77 Impact damage 77 Replacing fuse 77 Power tilt will not operate 78 Starter w...

Page 7: ...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 tilt mechanism The power tilt switches operate even when th...

Page 8: ...D whenever boating At a minimum children and non swimmers should always wear PFDs and everyone should wear PFDs when there are potentially hazardous boating conditions EMU33731 People in the water Alw...

Page 9: ...pping 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 anoth er direction EMU33790 We...

Page 10: ...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 EMU37291 EC Declara...

Page 11: ...rmed directives EMU25206 CE Marking Outboard motors affixed with this CE mark ing conform with the directives of 2006 42 EC 94 25 EC 2003 44 EC and 2004 108 EC 1 CE marking location 1 CE marking locat...

Page 12: ...ny 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 damag...

Page 13: ...General information 7 F9 9JE FT9 9JE FT9 9JEP U6DR70E0 book Page 7 Thursday December 6 2012 9 14 AM...

Page 14: ...r 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...

Page 15: ...ng 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 Z...

Page 16: ...1200 mm 47 2 in Overall height X FT9 9LE 1268 mm 49 9 in FT9 9LMH 1268 mm 49 9 in Motor transom height S F9 9JE 431 mm 17 0 in F9 9JMH 431 mm 17 0 in Motor transom height L F9 9JE 558 mm 22 0 in F9 9J...

Page 17: ...wer unit Gear shift positions Forward neutral reverse Gear ratio F9 9JE 2 08 27 13 F9 9JMH 2 08 27 13 FT9 9LE 2 92 38 13 FT9 9LEP 2 92 38 13 FT9 9LMH 2 92 38 13 Trim and tilt system F9 9JE Manual tilt...

Page 18: ...motor does not exceed the maximum horsepower rating on the capacity plate of the boat If the boat does not have a capacity plate consult the boat manufacturer EMU40490 Mounting outboard motor WARNING...

Page 19: ...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 th...

Page 20: ...mage the engine Avoid getting water and contaminants in the fuel tank Contaminated fuel can cause poor performance or engine dam age Use only fresh gasoline that has been stored in clean containers Ga...

Page 21: ...ns However depending on the model it might not be required EMU36330 Anti fouling paint A clean hull improves boat performance The boat bottom should be kept as clean of marine growth as possible If ne...

Page 22: ...n all models order from dealer F9 9J 1 7 8 9 2 3 4 5 6 11 10 ZMU07901 1 Top cowling 2 Clamp bracket 3 Trim rod 4 Drain screw 5 Cooling water inlet 6 Propeller 7 Cowling lock lever 8 Idle hole 9 Anti c...

Page 23: ...1 Top cowling 2 Clamp bracket 3 Trim rod 4 Drain screw 5 Cooling water inlet 6 Propeller 7 Cowling lock lever 8 Idle hole 9 Anti cavitation plate 10 Remote control box side mount type 11 Fuel tank U6...

Page 24: ...hould conform to relevant licensing or approval authority regula tions 1 10 12 11 13 9 13 2 3 4 5 7 6 10 11 12 14 8 ZMU07903 1 Manual starter handle 2 Choke knob 3 Flushing device 4 Steering friction...

Page 25: ...e electrical switches 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 lever back from neutral e...

Page 26: ...e closed position EMU26221 Choke switch To activate the choke system press in the main switch while the key is turned to the on or start position The choke sys tem will then supply the rich fuel mixtu...

Page 27: ...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 r...

Page 28: ...e shut off cord to a secure place on your clothing 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...

Page 29: ...the electrical circuits are on and the key can not be removed start With the main switch in the start po sition the starter motor turns to start the en gine When the key is released it returns automa...

Page 30: ...t in an accident If the resistance does not increase even when the lever is turned to the port side A make sure that the nut is tightened to the specified torque TIP Steering movement is blocked when...

Page 31: ...the normal running position use an addi tional support device to secure it in the tilt position EMU26333 Tilt support bar The tilt support bar keeps the outboard motor in the tilted up position NOTIC...

Page 32: ...used to secure the top cowling EMU26463 Flushing device This device is used to clean the cooling water passages of the motor using a garden hose and tap water TIP For details on usage see page 58 EMU...

Page 33: ...continue to run the engine if the low oil pressure alert indicator is on and the engine oil level is lower Serious en gine damage will occur The low oil pressure alert indicator does not indicate the...

Page 34: ...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...

Page 35: ...fire hazards For permanently mount ed models your dealer or other person experienced in proper rigging should mount the motor EMU34801 Mounting the outboard motor NOTICE ECM01680 Do not hold the top...

Page 36: ...Mount the outboard motor so that the anti cavitation plate is between the bottom of the boat and a level 25 mm 1 in below it NOTICE ECM01634 Make sure that the idle hole is high enough to prevent wat...

Page 37: ...ontrol and serious inju ry Make sure the clamp screws are tightened securely Occasionally check the screws for tightness during operation EWM00642 2 If the restraint cable attachment is equipped on yo...

Page 38: ...ne avoid extend ed idling 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 oper...

Page 39: ...r cracks swellings or other damages EMU36902 Controls Tiller handle models Move the tiller handle fully to the left and right to make sure operation is smooth Turn the throttle grip from the fully clo...

Page 40: ...mark EMU40411 Outboard motor Check that the outboard motor is mounted properly and check the outboard motor mounting bolts for looseness Check the propeller for damage Check for engine oil leaks EMU36...

Page 41: ...MU34782 Checking power tilt system WARNING EWM01970 Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted even when the tilt support knob is locked Severe injury could occur if the outboard motor accident...

Page 42: ...low some gasoline or inhale a lot of gasoline vapor or get some gas oline in your eyes see your doctor im mediately If gasoline spills on your skin wash with soap and water If gaso line spills on your...

Page 43: ...and sparks while loosening the air vent screw This product emits exhaust gases which contain carbon monoxide a colorless odorless gas which could cause brain damage or death when inhaled Symp toms in...

Page 44: ...cord to a secure place on your clothing 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 preventing it...

Page 45: ...eft in the start position while the engine is running the en gine will run poorly or stall When the engine is cold for example when the ambient temperature is low in winter it needs to be warmed up Fo...

Page 46: ...el resistance Then give a strong pull straight out to crank and start the en gine TIP If the engine does not start place the throt tle grip in the warm engine position and try again It is not necessar...

Page 47: ...uld 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 t...

Page 48: ...rn the neutral throttle lever to the original position TIP When the engine is cold for example when the ambient temperature is low in winter it needs to be warmed up For further informa tion see page...

Page 49: ...ne stops Confirm that removing the clip from the en gine shut off switch stops the engine Confirm that the engine cannot be started with the clip removed from the engine shut off switch EMU34530 Shift...

Page 50: ...lose 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 neutral po sition ZMU078...

Page 51: ...gross weight water surface conditions and wind di rection EMU27821 Stopping engine Before stopping the engine first let it cool off for a few minutes at idle or low speed Stop ping the engine immedia...

Page 52: ...steer slow down and or readjust the trim angle 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...

Page 53: ...bottom cowling use the switch only when the boat is at a complete stop with the engine off Do not adjust the trim angle with this switch while the boat is moving 1 Move the gear shift lever to the ne...

Page 54: ...ra 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 engine...

Page 55: ...the tilt lock lever if equipped in the release up position 4 Pull up the shallow water lever if equipped 5 Hold the rear of the top cowling with one hand and tilt the engine up fully 6 Push the tilt s...

Page 56: ...ilering the boat The outboard motor could shake loose from the tilt support and fall If the motor cannot be trailered in the normal running po sition use an additional support de vice to secure it in...

Page 57: ...speed when using the shallow water cruising system The tilt lock mecha nism does not work while the shallow water cruising system is being used Hit ting an underwater obstacle could cause the outboard...

Page 58: ...board motor in a partially raised position This outboard motor has 2 positions for shallow water cruising 4 To return the outboard motor to the nor mal running position place the remote control lever...

Page 59: ...e operator increasing the risk of collision with an other boat or an obstacle EWM01960 3 To return the outboard motor to the nor mal running position press the power tilt switch and slowly tilt the ou...

Page 60: ...nk The deteriorated fuel could clog the fuel line causing engine start difficulty or malfunction When storing or transporting the outboard motor make sure to follow the procedure list ed below Disconn...

Page 61: ...ler handle 5 Loosen the clamp screw s 6 Hold the handgrip and steering bracket as shown in the illustration and lift up the outboard motor to dismount it from the boat 7 When transporting or storing t...

Page 62: ...e the cooling water has drained from it completely otherwise water may enter the cylinder through the exhaust port and cause engine trouble Store the outboard motor in a dry well ventilated place not...

Page 63: ...nk 11 Install the silencer cover cap of fogging hole if equipped and top cowling 12 If the Fogging Oil is not available run the engine at a fast idle until the fuel sys tem becomes empty and the engin...

Page 64: ...the garden hose adapter from the garden hose con nector 4 Reinstall the garden hose connector onto the fitting on the bottom cowling Tighten the connector securely NOTICE Do not leave the garden hose...

Page 65: ...otor When the motor is tilt ed keep away from the area under it or between it and the clamp bracket Be sure no one is in this area before operat ing the power tilt mechanism Allow the engine to cool b...

Page 66: ...le or consumable parts and lubricants will lose their effectiveness over time and through normal usage regardless of the warranty period When operating in salt water muddy other turbid cloudy acidic w...

Page 67: ...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 w...

Page 68: ...ion or replace ment as necessary 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 necess...

Page 69: ...nance 63 EMU28943 Greasing Yamaha grease A water resistant grease Yamaha grease D corrosion resistant grease for propeller shaft F9 9J FT9 9L ZMU06671 U6DR70E0 book Page 63 Thursday December 6 2012 9...

Page 70: ...WARNING When remov ing or installing a spark plug be care ful not to damage the insulator A damaged insulator could allow exter nal sparks which could lead to explo sion or fire EWM00561 3 Be sure to...

Page 71: ...set to specifica tion For idle speed specifications see page 10 If you have difficulty verifying the idle speed or the idle speed requires adjustment consult a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechani...

Page 72: ...tely TIP If the oil does not drain easily change the tilt angle or turn the outboard motor to port and starboard to drain the oil 7 Put a new gasket on the oil drain screw Apply a light coat of oil to...

Page 73: ...leaks stop the engine and find the cause Continued operation with a problem could cause severe engine damage Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected ECM01622 14 Inst...

Page 74: ...ller shaft for damage Check the splines for wear or damage Check for fish line tangled around the pro peller shaft Check the propeller shaft oil seal for dam age EMU30662 Removing propeller EMU29197 S...

Page 75: ...the propeller nut does not align with the pro peller shaft hole after tightening to the speci fied torque tighten the nut further to align it with the hole EMU2928B Changing gear oil WARNING EWM00800...

Page 76: ...ressurized filling device inject the gear oil into the gear oil drain screw hole 6 Put a new gasket on the oil level plug When the oil begins to flow out of the oil level plug hole insert and tighten...

Page 77: ...fully 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 con...

Page 78: ...EMU29323 Checking battery for electric start models WARNING EWM01902 Battery electrolyte is poisonous and caus tic and batteries generate explosive hy drogen gas When working near the battery Wear pr...

Page 79: ...ch on applicable models is off before working on the battery 2 Connect the red battery cable to the POSITIVE terminal first Then con nect the black battery cable to the NEGA TIVE terminal 3 The electr...

Page 80: ...ift 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 I...

Page 81: ...crew 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 servi...

Page 82: ...h 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 oth e...

Page 83: ...ING 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 motor hits an object in t...

Page 84: ...ich could re sult in an accident Attach the engine shut off cord to a se cure place on your clothing or your arm or leg while operating the boat Do not attach the cord to clothing that could tear loos...

Page 85: ...Be sure the engine is in neutral and that the clip is attached to the engine shut off switch The main switch must be on if equipped 5 If equipped the choke knob pull out it when the engine is cold Af...

Page 86: ...cy cir cuit of the CDI unit Run the engine at low speed and return to port NOTICE Follow this procedure only in an emergency and just long enough to return to port for repairs ECM00381 EMU33501 Treatm...

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Page 88: ...Printed on recycled paper Printed in Japan December 2012 1 2 1 CR U6DR70E0 book Page 1 Thursday December 6 2012 9 14 AM...

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