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Maintenance

NOTICE

ECM01124

Do not reverse the battery cables. Other-
wise, the electrical parts could be dam-
aged.

Make sure the main switch (on applicable
models) is “

” (off) before working on

the battery.

Connect the red battery cable to the
POSITIVE (+) terminal first. Then con-
nect the black battery cable to the NEGA-
TIVE (-) terminal.

The electrical contacts of the battery and
cables must be clean and properly con-
nected, or the battery will not start the en-
gine.

Connecting an accessory battery (optional)
If connecting an accessory battery, consult
your Yamaha dealer about correct wiring. For
the fuse size, see ABYC (E-11).

Single engine

1. Red cable
2. Black cable

3. Battery

ZMU01811

1. Isolator lead with circuit protection

2. Red cable

3. Black cable
4. Fuse

5. Battery for accessories

6. Battery for starting
7. Negative connecting cable

ZMU05939

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Summary of Contents for LF200

Page 1: ...y before operating this outboard motor OWNER S MANUAL F200 LF200 F225 LF225 F250 LF250 LIT 18626 09 71 6AL 28199 32 E0 U6AL32E0 book Page 1 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 2: ...des anomalies congénitales et des troubles de la reproduction Read this 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 U6AL32E0 book Page 1 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 3: ... 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 the specified periodic inspections and mainte nance by correctly following the instructions in the owner s manual Any damage resulting from neglect of these instructions is not cov ered by warranty Some countries have la...

Page 4: ...ounting motor 15 Remote control requirements 15 Battery requirements 15 Specifications of Battery 15 Mounting battery 15 Multiple batteries 15 Propeller selection 15 Counter rotation models 16 Start in gear protection 16 Engine oil requirements 16 Fuel requirements 17 Gasoline 17 Gasoline Additives 18 Muddy or acidic water 19 Anti fouling paint 19 Motor disposal requirements 19 Emergency equipment...

Page 5: ...ation 45 Installation 45 Mounting the outboard motor 45 Operation 47 First time operation 47 Fill engine oil 47 Breaking in engine 47 Getting to know your boat 47 Checks before starting engine 47 Fuel level 47 Remove cowling 48 Fuel system 48 Controls 48 Engine shut off cord lanyard 49 Engine oil 49 Engine 49 Flushing device 49 Install cowling 50 Checking power trim and tilt system 51 Battery 52 F...

Page 6: ...ropeller 76 Removing propeller 77 Installing propeller 77 Changing gear oil 78 Inspecting and replacing anode s 81 Checking battery for electric start models 82 Connecting the battery 82 Disconnecting the battery 84 Trouble Recovery 85 Troubleshooting 85 Temporary action in emergency 88 Impact damage 88 Running single engine twin engines 88 Replacing fuse 89 Power trim and tilt will not operate 90...

Page 7: ...n 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 switches whenever working around the motor Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted even when the tilt support lever is locked Se vere injury could occur if the outboard motor accidentally falls EMU33671 Engine shut off cord...

Page 8: ...U33731 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 near the boat shift into neutral and stop the engine Stay away from swimming areas Swimmers can be hard to see The propeller can keep moving even when the motor is in neutral Stop the engine when a person is in the water near you ...

Page 9: ...nforcement personnel if a report is necessary EMU44170 Boat education and training For U S A Operators should take a boating safety course This may be required in your state Many of the organizations listed in the next section can provide information about cours es in your area You may also want to consider an Internet based program for basic boater education The Online Boating Safety Course provi...

Page 10: ...ich you will be using your boat EMU44180 Boating organizations The following organizations provide boating safety training and information about boating safety and laws In the U S A United States Coast Guard Consumer Affairs Staff G BC Office of Boating Public and Consumer Af fairs U S Coast Guard Headquarters Washington D C 20593 0001 http www uscgboating org United States Power Squadrons 1 888 F...

Page 11: ...ay You should slow down or change directions briefly and pass behind the other vessel You should al ways move in such a way that the operator of the other vessel can see what you are doing The general prudential rule This rule is called Rule 2 in the International Rules and says In obeying and construing these rules due regard shall be had to all dangers of naviga tion and collision and to any spe...

Page 12: ...is means that the other vessel is expected to maintain its course and speed You must stay out of its way until you are clear of it Likewise if another vessel is passing you you should maintain your speed and direction so that the other vessel can steer itself around you EMU25531 Other special situations There are three other rules you should be aware of when driving your boat around other vessels ...

Page 13: ...ers and lights to show which side of the buoy a boater should pass on when navigating in a particular direction The markings on these buoys are oriented from the perspective of be ing entered from seaward the boater is going towards the port This means that red buoys are passed on the starboard right side when proceeding from open water into port and black buoys are to port left side When navi gat...

Page 14: ...Safety information 8 ZMU01708 U6AL32E0 book Page 8 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 15: ...ring spare parts from your Yamaha dealer or for reference in case your outboard motor is sto len EMU25191 Key number If a 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 1 Outboard motor serial number location 1 Key number U6AL32E0 book Pag...

Page 16: ...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 F200 LF200 F225 LF225 F250 LF250 U6AL32E0 book Page 10 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 17: ...lectrical 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 your PFD arm or leg so the engine stops if you accidentally leave the helm which could prevent a runaway boat 1 2 ZMU06191 U6AL32E0 book Page 11 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p ...

Page 18: ...ard 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 U6AL32E0 book Page 12 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 19: ... kg 639 lb Performance Full throttle operating range 5000 6000 r min Rated power F200A 147 1 kW 200 HP F225A 165 5 kW 225 HP F250A 183 9 kW 250 HP LF200A 147 1 kW 200 HP LF225A 165 5 kW 225 HP LF250A 183 9 kW 250 HP Idle speed in neutral 600 700 r min Engine Type 4 stroke DOHC V6 24valves Displacement 3352 cm 113 3 US oz 118 2 Imp oz Bore stroke 94 0 80 5 mm 3 70 3 17 in Ignition system TCI Spark ...

Page 20: ...qt 4 14 Imp qt Lubrication system Wet sump Recommended gear oil Hypoid gear oil Recommended gear oil grade SAE 90 API GL 4 Gear oil quantity F200A 1 150 L 1 216 US qt 1 012 Imp qt F225A 1 150 L 1 216 US qt 1 012 Imp qt F250A 1 150 L 1 216 US qt 1 012 Imp qt LF200A 1 000 L 1 057 US qt 0 880 Imp qt LF225A 1 000 L 1 057 US qt 0 880 Imp qt LF250A 1 000 L 1 057 US qt 0 880 Imp qt Tightening torque for ...

Page 21: ...d if battery voltage is too low NOTICE ECM01061 Do not use a battery that does not meet the specified capacity If a battery that does not meet specifications is used the elec tric system could perform poorly or be overloaded causing electric system dam age EMU36290 Mounting battery Mount the battery holder securely in a dry well ventilated vibration free location in the boat WARNING Do not put fla...

Page 22: ... the letter L after the size indication on the pro peller WARNING Never use a standard propeller with a counter rotation motor or a counter rotation propeller with a stan dard motor Otherwise the boat could go in the direction opposite of that expected for example reverse instead of forward which could lead to an accident EWM01810 For instructions on propeller removal and in stallation see page 77...

Page 23: ...etting 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 Gasoline with Ethanol Two types of gasoline are commonly avail able in the U S A and Canada for use in au tomobiles and boats conventional gasoline without Ethanol and gasoline with Ethanol which is typically referred to as E...

Page 24: ...xture is very corrosive to aluminum fuel tanks and fuel system components The usable life span of E10 gasoline may be shorter than the normal length of off sea son boat storage causing starting and run ning problems related to stale fuel For more information on using fuel containing ethanol visit http www yamaha motor com Gasoline Filtration Yamaha outboard motors are equipped with internal fuel f...

Page 25: ... not remove the origi nal paint Removal of the original paint will in crease the rate of corrosion NOTICE ECM02410 Anti fouling paint for fiberglass and wood may contain materials such as copper graphite and tin that can cause corrosion if applied to aluminum boats and outboard motor components Never apply these types of paint to your outboard motor be cause rapid corrosion damage could oc cur Sac...

Page 26: ... liters SPARK PLUG FUEL GASOLINE FELs HC NOx CO g kW hr MAX POWER kW IDLE SPEED rpm IN NEUTRAL SPARK PLUG GAP mm VALVE LASH mm IN EX YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD INFORMATION ANTIPOLLUTION MFI CE MOTEUR EST CONFORME AUX NORMES D ÉMISSIONS EPA DES É U ET DE LA CALIFORNIE POUR MOTEURS MARINS À ÉTINCELLE POUR LES SPÉCIFICATIONS ET LES RÉGLAGES À EFFECTUER CONSULTEZ LE MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE INSTALLÉ AVEC LES C...

Page 27: ...gines EMU40350 Three Stars Ultra Low Emission The three star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003 2008 ex haust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 65 lower emissions than One Star Low Emission engines EMU33861 Four Stars Super ...

Page 28: ...ing water inlet 6 Clamp bracket 7 Cowling lock lever s 8 Water separator 9 Power trim and tilt switch 10 Flushing device 11 Tilt support lever 12 Remote control box binnacle mount type 13 Switch panel for use with binnacle type 14 Remote control box binnacle mount type 15 Switch panel for use with binnacle type 16 Digital speedometer 17 Digital tachometer 18 Fuel management meter U6AL32E0 book Pag...

Page 29: ...nit Square type 2 Tachometer unit Round type 3 Speedometer unit Square type 4 Speed fuel meter unit Square type 5 Speed fuel meter unit Round type 6 Fuel management meter Square type 1 Power trim and tilt switch 2 Remote control lever 3 Free accelerator 4 Throttle friction adjuster 2 1 3 4 ZMU04572 U6AL32E0 book Page 23 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o...

Page 30: ...hen 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 using the free accelerator return the remote control lever to the neutral position The free accelerator button will return auto 1 Remote control lever 2 Power trim and tilt switch 3 Free accelerator 4 Throttle friction adjuster 1 ...

Page 31: ...ne 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 the helm the cord will pull out the clip stopping ignition to the engine This will prevent the boat from running away under power WARNING At tach the engine shut off cord to a secure place on your clothing or your arm or leg whi...

Page 32: ...elation to the transom Pushing the switch up trims the out board motor up and then tilts it up Pushing the switch down tilts the outboard motor down and trims it down When the switch is re leased the outboard motor will stop in its cur rent position For instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch see pages 57 and 59 EMU26155 Power trim and tilt switch on bottom cowling The power trim and ...

Page 33: ...ions on using the power trim and tilt switches see pages 57 and 59 TIP On the dual engine control the switch on the remote control grip controls both outboard motors at the same time EMU26244 Trim tab with anode WARNING EWM00840 An improperly adjusted trim tab could cause difficult steering Always test run af ter the trim tab has been installed or re placed to be sure steering is correct Be sure y...

Page 34: ... use an addi tional support device to secure it in the tilt position EMU31421 Cowling lock lever pull up type To remove the top cowling pull up the cowling lock lever s and lift off the cowling To install the top cowling place it in its original position and then move the cowling lock lever s downward to lock it in place TIP When installing the cowling check to be sure it fits properly in the rubb...

Page 35: ... TIP For details on usage see page 65 EMU33465 Fuel filter Water separator This engine has a combination fuel filter water separator and associated alert system If wa ter separated from the fuel exceeds a specific volume the alert device of Command Link Multifunction Tachometer will activate Activation of alert device 1 Cowling lock lever s 1 Cowling lock lever s ZMU05347 1 ZMU05349 1 1 Flushing d...

Page 36: ...has activated stop the engine and consult a Yamaha dealer imme diately TIP Adding an in line 10 micron fuel filter has been show to greatly reduce the chance of fuel contamination problems Consult your dealer for information about Yamaha 10 mi cron fuel filters if your boat does not have one U6AL32E0 book Page 30 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S ...

Page 37: ...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 meter shows the number of hours the en gine has been run It can be set to show the total number of hours or the number of hours for the current trip The display can also be turned on and off To change the display format press the mod...

Page 38: ...ading 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 EMU26602 Digital speedometer This gauge shows the boat speed and other information All segments of the display will light momen tarily after the main switch is turned on and will return to normal thereafter EMU36061 Speedometer The speedometer di...

Page 39: ...ts 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 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 battery power The st...

Page 40: ... 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 management meter shows the state of the fuel consumption while the engine is running All segments of the display will light momen tarily after the main switch is turned on and will return to normal thereafter EMU26752 Fuel flow meter T...

Page 41: ...e 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 syn chronizer The display shows either the fuel consump tion meter the fuel economy meter or the twin engine synchronizer To change the display press the mode button repeatedly until the indicator on the face of the gauge points to...

Page 42: ...y 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 propellers even of the same basic dimensions of the same design can also cause a slight varia tion in fuel consumption EMU26782 Twin engine speed synchronizer This gauge displays the difference in engine speed r min between the ...

Page 43: ...ter shows the engine speed and has functions of trim meter adjusting trolling speed cooling water engine temperature dis play battery voltage display total hour trip hour display oil pressure display water de tection alert engine trouble alert and periodic maintenance notification If the cooling water pressure sensor is installed the unit can also show the cooling water pressure display However ev...

Page 44: ...ately if the buzzer sounds and the low oil pressure alert indicator blinks Check the engine oil quantity and re plenish oil if necessary If the alert device has activated while the appropriate engine oil quantity is maintained consult your Yamaha dealer NOTICE ECM01601 Do not continue to run the engine if the low oil pressure alert device has activated Serious engine damage will occur 1 Set button...

Page 45: ...ur Yamaha dealer if the problem can not be located and corrected EMU36150 Water separator alert This indicator will blink if water has accumulat ed in the water separator fuel filter while cruising In such an event stop the engine im mediately and see page 88 of this manual to drain the water from the fuel filter Get back to the port soon and consult a Yamaha dealer immediately NOTICE ECM00910 Gas...

Page 46: ...tions of fuel meter to tal fuel consumption display fuel economy display fuel flow display and system voltage display The chosen display is selected using the set and mode buttons as described in this section If the speed sensor is installed the unit can also show the trip dis play However even if the speed sensor is not installed the trip display can be shown by connecting an optional sensor to t...

Page 47: ...he set and mode buttons as described in this section In addi tion the speedometer can show the desired unit of measurement such as km h mph or knots If the speed sensor is installed the unit can also show the trip display However even if the speed sensor is not installed the trip dis play can be shown by connecting an optional sensor to the unit In addition if optional sen sors are connected to th...

Page 48: ...otal consumption dis play fuel economy display and remaining fuel display The chosen display is selected using the set and mode but tons as described in this section After the main switch is first turned to the on position all of the displays come on as a test After a few seconds the unit will change to normal operation For more information see the operation man ual for the meters 1 Set button 2 M...

Page 49: ...inlet for clogging Dual engine drive users If the overheat alert system of one engine ac tivates the engine will slow down To switch off the alert activation on the engine not affect ed by overheating turn off the main switch of the engine overheating If the alert system has activated stop the engine and tilt the out board motor up to check the cooling water in let for clogging If the alert system...

Page 50: ...ha dealer Twin engine drive users If the low oil pressure alert system of one en gine activates both engines will slow down and the buzzer will sound To switch off the alert activation on the engine not affected by low oil pressure turn off the main switch of the engine with the low oil pressure ZMU01828 ZMU04583 OFF START ON ON OFF START ZMU05827 U6AL32E0 book Page 44 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM...

Page 51: ...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 manufacturer for further infor mation on determining the proper mounting location EMU26933 Mounting height boat bottom The mounting height of your outboard motor affects its efficiency and reliability If it is mounted too high propeller v...

Page 52: ...w 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 is cruising If the outboard motor is operat ed continuously in the presence of air borne water spray enough water could enter the engine through the air intake opening in the top cowling to cause se vere engine damage Remove the ...

Page 53: ...d 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 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 keeping the boat at a planing speed 3 Remaining 8 hours Run the engine at any speed However avoid opera...

Page 54: ...umes in the boat Check for fuel leakage from the fuel system Check the fuel tank and fuel lines for cracks swellings or other damages EMU37322 Checking the fuel filter Check that the fuel filter is clean and free of water If any water is found in the fuel or if a significant amount of debris is found the fuel tank should be checked and cleaned by a Yamaha dealer EMU36462 Controls Turn the steering...

Page 55: ...l mark and lower level mark 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 EMU36493 Flushing device Check that the flushing device s garden hose connector is securely screwed on to the fitting on th...

Page 56: ...er seal 5 Move the levers to lock the cowling as shown NOTICE If the top cowling is not installed correctly water spray un der the top cowling can damage the engine or the top cowling can blow off at high speeds ECM01991 After installing check the fitting of the top cowling by pushing it with both hands If the top cowling is loose have it repaired by your Yamaha dealer 1 Fitting 2 Flushing device ...

Page 57: ...ol and en gine bottom cowling to check that all switches work 3 Tilt the outboard motor up and check that the tilt rod and trim rods are extended completely 4 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 free of corrosion or other flaws 6 Activate ...

Page 58: ...and keep away from sparks flames static electric discharge or other sources of ignition 5 If you use a portable container to store and dispense fuel only use a locally ap proved GASOLINE container 6 Touch the fuel nozzle to the filler opening or funnel to help prevent electrostatic sparks 7 Fill the fuel tank but do not overfill WARNING Do not overfill Otherwise fuel can expand and overflow if the...

Page 59: ...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 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 ...

Page 60: ...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 sec onds then crank the engine again ECM00192 EMU36510 Checks after starting engine EMU36523 Cooling water Check for a steady flow of water from the cool ing water pilot hole A continuous flow of water from the pilot hole indicates that the water pump is pumping water throu...

Page 61: ...ithout applying throttle confirm that the engine shifts smoothly into forward and reverse and back to neutral EMU31721 Stop switches Confirm that turning the main switch to the off position stops the engine 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 EMU31733 Shiftin...

Page 62: ...o not shift into reverse while traveling at planing speeds Loss of control boat swamping or damage to the boat could occur The boat is not equipped with a separate braking system Water resistance stops it af ter the throttle lever is moved back to idle The stopping distance varies depending on gross weight water surface conditions and wind di rection EMU27821 Stopping engine Before stopping the en...

Page 63: ...ine and propeller Correct trim is also af fected by variables such as the load in the boat sea conditions and running speed EMU27888 Adjusting trim angle Power trim and tilt WARNING EWM00753 Be sure all people are clear of the out board motor when adjusting the trim an gle Body parts can be crushed between the motor and the clamp bracket when the motor is trimmed or tilted Use caution when trying ...

Page 64: ...n 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 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 propeller to ventilate which reduces perfor mance fu...

Page 65: ...NG EWM01543 Make sure that all people are clear of the outboard motor when tilting the outboard motor up and down Body parts can be crushed between the outboard motor and the clamp bracket when the outboard mo tor is trimmed or tilted NOTICE ECM00991 Before tilting the outboard motor follow the procedure under Stopping engine in this chapter Never tilt the outboard motor while the engine is runnin...

Page 66: ...e tilt support 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 For more detailed information see page 63 ECM01641 4 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 dur...

Page 67: ...to allow operation in shallow water NOTICE ECM01490 If the engine speed is suddenly in creased when the outboard motor is par tially tilted up the power trim and tilt unit could be damaged Do not tilt the outboard motor up so that the cooling water inlet on the lower unit is above the surface of the water when setting up for and cruising in shallow water Otherwise severe damage from overheating ca...

Page 68: ... conditions Cruising in salt water After operating in salt water flush the cooling water passages with fresh water 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 Yamaha strongly recommends that you use the optional chromium plated water pump kit see page 19 if you use the outboard motor in acidic water o...

Page 69: ...ice such as a transom saver bar Consult your Yamaha dealer for further details When the outboard motor is tilted prolonged time for mooring or trailering the boat close the fuel valve EMU30720 Storing outboard motor When storing your Yamaha outboard motor for prolonged periods of time 2 months or longer several important procedures must be performed to prevent excessive damage It is advisable to h...

Page 70: ...nstall the flushing attachment over the cooling water inlet NOTICE Do not run the engine without supplying it with cooling water Either the engine water pump will be damaged or the engine will be damaged from overheating Be fore starting the engine be sure to supply water to the cooling water pas sages Avoid running the outboard motor at high speed while on the flushing attachment otherwise over h...

Page 71: ...ater that indicates a leaky seal Seal replacement should be performed by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to use 3 Grease all grease fittings For further de tails see page 71 TIP For long term storage fogging the engine with oil is recommended Contact your Yamaha dealer for information about fogging oil and procedures for your engine EMU28423 Cleaning and anticorrosion measures 1 Wash down the ex...

Page 72: ... 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 better results F200 LF200 F225 LF225 For cooling system flushing instructions see page 63 EMU28452 Cleaning the outboard motor After use wash the exterior of the outboard motor with fresh water Flush the cooling sys tem with fresh water EMU...

Page 73: ...mechanical skills tools and other equipment necessary to perform mainte nance not covered by this owner s manual 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 pas sengers Yamaha genuine parts and acces...

Page 74: ...k 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 cov er Inspection or replace ment as necessary Anodes exhaust cover cooling water passage cover Rectifier R...

Page 75: ...pection or replace ment as necessary 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 necessary Spark plug caps spark plug wires Inspection or replace ment as necessary Water from the cooling water pilot hole Inspection Throttle link throttle ca ble throttle pick ...

Page 76: ...re coupler con nections Inspection or replace ment as necessary Yamaha Meter gauge Inspection 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 U6AL32E0 book Page 70 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C ...

Page 77: ...ntenance 71 EMU28934 Greasing Yamaha marine grease Water resistant grease F200 LF200 F225 LF225 U6AL32E0 book Page 71 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 78: ...Maintenance 72 F250 LF250 U6AL32E0 book Page 72 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 79: ...and then remove the ignition coil Do not use any tools to remove or in stall the ignition coil otherwise the igni tion coil coupler may get damaged 3 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 another of the correct type WARNING When remov ing or installing a spark plug be care ful not to damage...

Page 80: ...for this procedure Results may vary depending on whether testing is conduct ed 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 smoothly 2 Once the engine has warmed up verify whether the idle speed is set to specifica tion For idle speed specifications see page 13 If you have difficu...

Page 81: ... until the level meets the speci fied capacity ECM01850 7 Leave the outboard motor for 5 10 min utes 8 Remove oil dipstick and wipe it clean 9 Insert the dipstick and remove it again Be sure to completely insert the dipstick into the dipstick guide otherwise the oil level measurement will be incorrect 10 Recheck the oil level using the dipstick to be sure the level falls between the upper and lowe...

Page 82: ... and connectors Inspect that each connector is engaged se curely Inspect that each ground lead is properly secured EMU29174 Checking propeller WARNING EWM01881 You could be seriously injured if the en gine accidentally starts when you are near the propeller Before inspecting remov ing or installing the propeller place the shift control in neutral turn the main switch to off and remove the key and ...

Page 83: ...opeller WARNING EWM00770 On counter rotation models be sure to use a propeller intended for counterclock wise rotation These propellers are identi fied with the letter L after the size indication on the propeller Otherwise the boat could move in the opposite direction from that expected NOTICE ECM00501 Make sure to use a new cotter pin and bend the ends over securely Otherwise the propeller could ...

Page 84: ...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 oc cur if the outboard motor accidentally falls 1 Tilt the outboard motor so that the gear oil drain screw is at the lowest ...

Page 85: ... or pressurized 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 the oil level plug 7 Put a new gasket on the gear oil drain screw Insert and tighten the gear oil drain screw 1 Gear oil drain screw 2 Oil level plug 3 Gasket Recommended gear oil Hypoid gear oil...

Page 86: ...w is normal Simply remove them NOTICE If there is an excessive quantity of metal particles on the mag netic gear oil drain screw this can in dicate lower unit problem Consult your Yamaha dealer ECM01900 5 Remove the oil level plug and gasket 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 ...

Page 87: ...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 not paint anodes as this would render them ineffective Recommended gear oil Hypoid gear oil Recommended gear oil grade SAE 90 API GL 4 Gear oil quantity F250A 1 150 L 1 216 US qt 1 012 Imp qt LF250A 1 000 L 1 057 ...

Page 88: ...efer to the battery manufacturer s instructions NOTICE ECM01920 A poorly maintained battery will quickly deteriorate 1 Check the electrolyte level 2 Check the battery s charge If your boat is equipped with the digital speedometer the voltmeter and low battery alert func tions will help you monitor the battery s charge If the battery needs charging consult your Yamaha dealer 3 Check the battery con...

Page 89: ...must be clean and properly con nected or the battery will not start the en gine Connecting an accessory battery optional If connecting an accessory battery consult your Yamaha dealer about correct wiring For the fuse size see ABYC E 11 Single engine 1 Red cable 2 Black cable 3 Battery ZMU01811 1 2 3 1 Isolator lead with circuit protection 2 Red cable 3 Black cable 4 Fuse 5 Battery for accessories ...

Page 90: ...t 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 ac cording to the manufacturer s instruc tions 1 Starboard side engine 2 Port side engine 3 Red cable 4 Black cable 5 Isolator leads with circuit protection 6 Fuse 7 Battery for starting 8 Battery for accessories 9 Negative connecting cable Z...

Page 91: ...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 53 Q Has fuel pump malfunctioned A Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer Q Are spark plug s fouled or of incorrect type A Inspect spark pl...

Page 92: ... 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...

Page 93: ...eeds 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 er 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 w...

Page 94: ...G 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 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 found or not return to the...

Page 95: ... of wire could allow excessive current flow This could cause electric system damage and a fire hazard Consult your Yamaha dealer if the new fuse immediately blows again 1 Electrical cover 2 Fuse puller 3 Spare fuse 10 A 15 A 20 A 30 A 60 A 1 Electric throttle valve ECM Electronic con trol module fuse 10 A 2 Ignition coil Fuel injector Variable cam shaft timing ECM Electronic Control Mod ule fuse 3...

Page 96: ... 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 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 which could ...

Page 97: ... by soaking it up with a rag 7 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 8 Connect the water detection switch cou pler securely until a click is heard 9 Fasten the water detection switch lead with the holder 1 Holder 1 Water detection switch coupler 1 Filter cup 2 ...

Page 98: ...ning to port EMU33501 Treatment of submerged motor If the outboard motor is submerged immedi ately take it to a Yamaha dealer Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immediate ly NOTICE Do not attempt to run the out board motor until it has been completely inspected ECM00401 1 Holder U6AL32E0 book Page 92 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 99: ...ssistance The local dealer will contact Yamaha on the owner s behalf so that needed repairs can be made as quickly as possible CUSTOMER S RESPONSIBILITY Under the terms of this warranty the customer will be responsible for ensuring that the outboard motor is properly operated maintained and stored as specified in the applicable Owner s Manual The owner of the outboard motor shall give notice to an...

Page 100: ...OU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE PROVINCE TO PROVINCE YAMAHA MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES ...

Page 101: ...e temporarily using a U S registered outboard motor in Canada or a Canada registered outboard motor in the United States and it needs warranty repairs you should contact a nearby authorized Yamaha Outboard Motor Dealer for assistance The local dealer will contact Yamaha on the owner s behalf so that needed repairs can be made as quickly as possible 2 If you need repairs while temporarily using you...

Page 102: ...U6AL32E0 book Page 96 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

Page 103: ...fit right and perform right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha engineering teams that know your Yamaha from the inside out Genuine Yamaha Service Manuals Get the same factory manual for your vehicle that the technicians at your authorized Yamaha de...

Page 104: ...Printed on recycled paper Printed in Japan April 2012 0 6 1 CR U6AL32E0 book Page 1 Monday April 9 2012 11 55 AM 2 0 1 9 Y a m a h a M o t o r C o r p o r a t i o n U S A ...

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