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Operation

EMU27321

Oil level indicator operation

The various functions of the oil level system are as follows:

EMU27381

Oil level indicator

Electric start models

Oil level
warning

indicator

(digital

tachometer)

Oil level warning

indicator (analog

tachometer)

Engine oil

tank

Remote oil

tank

Remarks

Green

more than 300

(0.32

US qt, 0.26

Imp qt)

more than

1500 cm

(1.6

US qt, 1.31

Imp qt)

●

No refilling necessary.

Yellow

more than 300

(0.32

US qt, 0.26

Imp qt)

1500 cm

(1.6

US qt, 1.31
Imp qt) or less

●

Add oil; see page 36.

Red–Yellow–

Green

300 cm

(0.32

US qt, 0.26

Imp qt) or less

more than

1500 cm

(1.6

US qt, 1.31
Imp qt)

●

Check oil filter for clog-
ging.

●

Check battery cable
connection. Buzzer will
sound.

●

Engine speed is auto-
matically reduced to
about 2000 r/min.

Red

300 cm

(0.32

US qt, 0.26

Imp qt) or less

1500 cm

(1.6

US qt, 1.31
Imp qt) or less

●

Oil has not been added.

●

Buzzer will sound.

●

Engine speed is auto-
matically reduced to
about 2000 r/min.

●

Buzzer sounds in
remote control box and
engine speed is limited
to about 2000 r/min to
help conserve oil.

Summary of Contents for VZ150

Page 1: ...VZ150 VZ175 OWNER S MANUAL 68J 28199 19 U S A Edition LIT 18626 07 01 ...

Page 2: ...EMU25071 ZMU01690 Read this owner s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor ...

Page 3: ...otor CAUTION ECM00700 A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the outboard motor NOTE A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality Therefore while this manual contains the most current prod uct information available at the time of print ing there may be minor discrepanc...

Page 4: ...t lever for power trim and tilt or hydro tilt model 17 Top cowling lock levers 17 Flushing device 18 Water separator 18 Tachometer 18 Digital tachometer 19 Oil level indicators three indicators 19 Oil level indicator digital type 19 Overheat warning indicator digital type 20 Speedometer digital type 20 Trim meter 21 Trim meter digital type 21 Hour meter digital type 21 Trip meter 22 Clock 22 Fuel ...

Page 5: ...3 Maintenance chart 54 Maintenance chart additional 55 Greasing 56 Cleaning and adjusting spark plug 56 Checking fuel system 57 Inspecting idling speed 58 Checking water in engine oil tank 58 Checking wiring and connectors 58 Exhaust leakage 59 Water leakage 59 Checking power trim and tilt system 59 Checking propeller 60 Removing the propeller 61 Installing the Propeller 61 Changing gear oil 62 In...

Page 6: ...Table of contents THE USA OR CANADA 81 ...

Page 7: ...ipped 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 EMU25221 Emission control information EMU25230 North American models This engine conforms to U S Environmental Protection Agency EPA regulations for ma rine SI engines See the label affixed to your engine for detai...

Page 8: ...Board s 2001 ex haust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 75 lower emissions than conventional carbureted two stroke en gines These engines are equivalent to the U S EPA s 2006 standards for marine en gines EMU25290 Two Stars Very Low Emission The two star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s 2004 ex haust emission standards Engines meeting these standar...

Page 9: ...e may not only cause engine damage but also adversely affect fuel consumption Consult your dealer for correct use Never operate after drinking alcohol or tak ing drugs About 50 of all boating fatali ties involve intoxication Have an approved personal flotation de vice PFD on board for every occupant It is a good idea to wear a PFD whenever boating At a minimum children and non swimmers should alwa...

Page 10: ...nd shut off the engine Do not illegally discard empty containers used to replace or replenish oil For the correct processing of empty containers consult the dealer where you purchased the oil When replacing oils used to lubricate the product engine or gear oil be sure to wipe away any spilt oil Never pour oil with out using a funnel or similar device If nec essary verify the necessary replacement ...

Page 11: ...are hands EMU25465 Caution labels EMU30430 Label CAUTION ECM01440 USE UNLEADED STRAIGHT GASOLINE ONLY Gasoline containing lead can cause performance loss and engine damage Do not use gasoline mixed with oil pre mix Use YAMALUBE 2 stroke outboard oil or another 2 stroke engine oil with a NMMA certified TC W3 rate Refer to Owner s manual EMU25500 Basic boating rules Rules of the road Just as there a...

Page 12: ...You should always 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 special circum stances which may render a departure from the above rules necessary in orde...

Page 13: ... should be aware of when driving your boat around oth er vessels Narrow channels and bends When navigating in narrow channels you should keep to the right when it is safe and practical to do so If the operator of a power driven vessel is preparing to go around a bend that may obstruct the view of other wa ter vessels the operator should sound a pro longed blast on the whistle 4 to 6 seconds If ano...

Page 14: ... are passed on the starboard right side when proceeding from open wa ter into port and black buoys are to port left side When navigating out of port your posi tion with respect to the buoys should be re versed red buoys should be to port and black buoys to starboard Many bodies of water used by boaters are entirely within the boundaries of a particular state The Uniform State Waterway Marking Syst...

Page 15: ... FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE Do not smoke when refueling and keep away from sparks flames or other sources of ignition Stop engine before refueling Refuel in a well ventilated area Refuel portable fuel tanks off the boat Take care not to spill gasoline If gaso line spills wipe it up immediately with ZMU01708 ...

Page 16: ...minimum octane ratings Yamaha does not recommended gasohol containing methanol because it can cause fuel system damage or engine performance problems EMU25660 Engine oil Use Yamalube 2 M outboard oil If Ya malube 2 M is not available use only anoth er outboard motor manufacturer s factory brand oil with TC W3 rating CAUTION ECM01290 Serious engine damage can result from the use of lower quality oi...

Page 17: ...er oper ating load Yamaha dealers stock a range of propellers and can advise you and install a propeller on your outboard that is best suited to your ap plication NOTE Select a propeller which will allow the engine to reach the middle or upper half of the oper ating range at full throttle with the maximum boat load If operating conditions such as light boat loads then allow the engine r min to ris...

Page 18: ... 4 9 10 11 8 6 5 7 2 13 14 ZMU04790 1 Top cowling 2 Top cowling lock lever s 3 Trim tab 4 Propeller 5 Cooling water inlet 6 Anti cavitation plate 7 Anode 8 Tilt support lever 9 Flushing device 10 Power trim and tilt switch 11 Water separator 12 Remote control box side mount type 13 Tachometer 14 Trim meter 15 Digital tachometer 16 Digital speedometer 17 Remote oil tank ...

Page 19: ...05429 1 Tachometer unit 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 Neutral interlock trigger 4 Neutral throttle lever 5 Main switch choke switch 6 Engine stop lanyard switch 7 Throttle friction adjuster ...

Page 20: ...gger up EMU26211 Neutral throttle lever To open the throttle without shifting into ei ther forward or reverse put the remote con trol lever in the neutral position and lift the neutral throttle lever NOTE The neutral throttle lever will operate only when the remote control lever is in neutral The remote control lever will operate only when the neutral throttle lever is in the closed position EMU25...

Page 21: ...g ignition to the engine This will prevent the boat from running away un der power WARNING EWM00120 Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a secure place on your clothing or your arm or leg while operating Do not attach the lanyard to clothing that could tear loose Do not route the lanyard where it could become entan gled preventing it from functioning Avoid accidentally pulling the lanyard duri...

Page 22: ...ng The power trim and tilt switch is located on the side of the bottom engine cowling Press ing the switch up trims the outboard motor up then tilts it up Pressing 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 current position WARNING EWM01030 Use the power trim and tilt switch located on the bottom engine cowling o...

Page 23: ...he figure CAUTION ECM00840 The trim tab also serves as an anode to protect the engine from electrochemical corrosion Never paint the trim tab as it will become ineffective as an anode EMU26340 Tilt support lever for power trim and tilt or hydro tilt model To keep the outboard motor in the tilted up position lock the tilt support lever to the clamp bracket EMU26391 Top cowling lock levers To remove...

Page 24: ...rator and associated warning sys tem If water separated from the fuel exceeds a specific volume the warning de vice will activate Activation of warning device The water separator warning indicator will blink The buzzer will sound intermittently only when the gear shift is in neutral If the warning system has activated stop the engine and consult a Yamaha dealer immediately EMU26470 Tachometer This...

Page 25: ... read the indicators see page 38 CAUTION ECM00030 Do not operate the engine without oil Se rious engine damage will occur EMU26550 Oil level indicator digital type This indicator shows the engine oil level If the oil level falls below the lower limit the warning indicator will start to blink For fur ther information see page 30 CAUTION ECM00030 Do not operate the engine without oil Se rious engine...

Page 26: ...ain switch is first turned on all segments of the display come on as a test After a few seconds the gauge will change to normal operation Watch the gauge when turning on the main switch to make sure all segments come on NOTE The speedometer displays km h mph or knots according to operator preference Se lect the desired unit of measurement by set ting the selector switch on the back of the gauge Se...

Page 27: ...eds the trim operating range the top segment on the trim meter display will blink EMU26650 Hour meter digital type This meter shows the number of hours the engine 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 Changing the display format Pressing the mode button chang es the display format in the fo...

Page 28: ...y will begin blinking Press the mode button until the desired hour is displayed Press the set button again the minute display will begin blinking Press the mode button until the desired minute is dis played Press the set button again to start the clock NOTE The clock operates on battery power Dis connecting the battery will stop the clock Reset the clock after connecting the battery EMU26710 Fuel ...

Page 29: ...t square type speed fuel meter unit square or round types and fuel management meter square type The indicator system is slight ly different between the round and square types Check the model and type of your unit carefully This manual describes mainly the warning indicators For more details on set ting meters or changing indicator systems see the attached operation manual EMU31660 Tachometer unit ...

Page 30: ...m meter 3 Multifunction display 4 Cooling water pressure 5 Cooling water engine temperature 6 Water detection warning indicator 7 Battery voltage 8 Oil level 2 stroke models 2 1 ZMU05415 2 3 1 4 5 6 7 8 ZMU05452 1 Set button 2 Mode button 1 Tachometer 2 Trim meter 3 Multifunction display 4 Water detection warning indicator 5 Engine trouble warning maintenance indica tor 6 Cooling water pressure 7 ...

Page 31: ... oil level warning indicator blinks check the oil level and add the oil if necessary If the warning device has activated while the appropriate engine oil level is maintained consult your Yamaha dealer CAUTION ECM01580 Do not continue to run the engine if the oil level warning device has activated Seri ous engine damage will occur Overheat warning If the engine temperature rises too high while crui...

Page 32: ...a dealer immediately CAUTION ECM00910 Gasoline mixed with water could cause damage to the engine Engine trouble warning This indicator will blink when the engine mal functions while cruising Get back to the port soon and consult a Yamaha dealer immedi ately CAUTION ECM00920 In such an event the engine will not oper ate properly Consult a Yamaha dealer immediately Low battery voltage warning When t...

Page 33: ...rs are connected to the unit trip display water surface temperature display depth display and clock will be available For the optional sensor consult your Yamaha dealer The speed fuel meter unit is avail able in round or square types Check your speed fuel meter unit type ZMU05427 ZMU05428 1 Set button 2 Mode button 1 Speedometer 2 Fuel meter 3 Multifunction display 1 Set button 2 Mode button 2 1 Z...

Page 34: ...ay water surface tempera ture display depth display and clock will be available For the optional sensor consult your Yamaha dealer NOTE 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 NOTE The speedometer unit shows various kinds of information according to the setting made using the set and mode but tons I...

Page 35: ...ation man ual EMU26801 Warning system CAUTION ECM00090 Do not continue to operate the engine if a warning device has activated Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem can not be located and corrected EMU26816 Overheat warning This engine has an overheat warning device If the engine temperature rises too high the warning device will activate Activation of warning device The engine speed will auto...

Page 36: ...ystem will activate Activation of warning device Engine speed will automatically decrease to about 2000 r min The oil level warning indicator will light or blink The buzzer will sound if equipped on the tiller handle remote control box or main switch panel If the warning system has been activated stop the engine and check for the cause NOTE The warning for oil filter clogging is similar to the war...

Page 37: ...Basic components 31 and finally oil filter clogging 1 Oil filter 1 Oil filter 1 ZMU03987 1 ZMU01952 ...

Page 38: ...n is intended as reference only It is not possible to provide complete in structions for every possible boat and motor combination Proper mounting depends in part on experience and the specific boat and motor combination WARNING EWM00830 Improper mounting of the outboard mo tor could result in hazardous conditions such as poor handling loss of control or fire hazards Observe the following For perm...

Page 39: ...or boat manufacturer for further information on de termining the proper mounting height For instructions on setting the trim angle of the outboard motor see page 42 EMU27041 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 ECM00750 Failure ...

Page 40: ...t the engine out of water Over heating and serious engine damage can occur EMU31550 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 flat...

Page 41: ...l and other rotating parts while the engine is running 2 Watch for oil flowing through the oil feed pipes After any air in the oil lines has been expelled the oil injection system should supply oil normally If no oil is flowing after 10 minutes of idling consult your Yamaha dealer CAUTION ECM00560 Be sure to take the above steps when operating the engine after a long period of storage Otherwise en...

Page 42: ...cally While many additives available may reduce deposits Yamaha recommends the use of Ring Free Fuel Additive available from your Yamaha dealer Ring Free Fuel Addi tive has repeatedly proven its ability to clean combustion deposits from inside the engine notably the critical piston ring land area and fuel system components Follow product la beling for use instructions EMU27292 Filling oil for oil ...

Page 43: ...o the engine oil tank 3 Operate the engine normally CAUTION ECM00570 When the engine is operated for the first time or stored for a period of time a min imum of 5 liters 5 3 US qt 4 4 Imp qt of oil should be kept in the remote oil tank Otherwise the oil feed pump chamber will not be filled with oil and no oil will be supplied ...

Page 44: ...e than 300 cm3 0 32 US qt 0 26 Imp qt 1500 cm3 1 6 US qt 1 31 Imp qt or less Add oil see page 36 Red Yellow Green 300 cm3 0 32 US qt 0 26 Imp qt or less more than 1500 cm3 1 6 US qt 1 31 Imp qt Check oil filter for clog ging Check battery cable connection Buzzer will sound Engine speed is auto matically reduced to about 2000 r min Red 300 cm3 0 32 US qt 0 26 Imp qt or less 1500 cm3 1 6 US qt 1 31 ...

Page 45: ... drowsiness Keep cockpit and cab in areas well ventilated Avoid blocking exhaust outlets 1 If there is an air vent screw on the fuel tank cap loosen it 2 or 3 turns 2 If there is a fuel joint or a fuel cock on the boat firmly connect the fuel line to the joint or open the fuel cock 3 Squeeze the primer pump with the ar row pointing up until you feel it become firm EMU27490 Starting engine EMU27624...

Page 46: ...iately after the engine starts re lease the main switch to return it to on CAUTION ECM00191 Never turn the main switch to start while the engine is running Do not keep 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 im possible to start the engine The starter can also be dama...

Page 47: ...er handle and remote control models Tiller handle models 1 Place the throttle grip in the fully closed position 2 Move the gear shift lever quickly and firmly from neutral to forward Remote control models 1 Pull up the neutral interlock trigger if equipped and move the remote control lever quickly and firmly from neutral to forward EMU27785 Reverse automatic reverse lock and power trim and tilt mo...

Page 48: ... the engine stop switch then turning the main switch to off EMU27861 Trimming outboard motor 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 and fuel economy while reducing strain on the engine Correct trim angle depends upon the combination of boat engine and propeller Correct trim is also affe...

Page 49: ... complete stop with the engine off Do not adjust the trim angle with this switch while the boat is moving Adjust the outboard motor trim angle using the power trim and tilt switch To raise the bow trim out press the switch up To lower the bow trim in press the switch down Make test runs with the trim set to different angles to find the position that works best for your boat and operating condition...

Page 50: ...ing with excessive trim in at higher speeds also makes the boat unstable Resistance at the bow is greatly increased heightening the danger of bow steering and making opera tion difficult and dangerous NOTE Depending on the type of boat the outboard motor trim angle may have little effect on the trim of the boat when operating EMU27933 Tilting up and down If the engine will be stopped for some time...

Page 51: ...models 1 Place the remote control lever gear shift lever in neutral 2 Disconnect the fuel line from the out board motor or close the fuel cock 3 Press the power trim and tilt switch power tilt switch up until the out board motor has tilted up completely 4 Push the tilt support knob into the clamp bracket or pull the tilt support lever to ward you to support the engine WARNING EWM00260 After tiltin...

Page 52: ...models power tilt models 1 Push the power trim and tilt switch pow er tilt switch up until the outboard motor is supported by the tilt rod and the tilt support lever tilt support knob be comes free 2 Release the tilt support lever or pull out the tilt support knob 3 Push the power trim and tilt switch pow er tilt switch down to lower the out board motor to the desired position EMU28060 Cruising in...

Page 53: ...ever in neutral 2 Slightly tilt the outboard motor up to the desired position using the power trim and tilt switch power tilt switch 3 To return the outboard motor to the nor mal running position press the power trim and tilt switch power tilt switch and slowly tilt the outboard motor down EMU28192 Cruising in other conditions Cruising in salt water After operating in salt water flush the cooling ...

Page 54: ... min Engine Type 2 stroke V Displacement 2596 0 cm3 158 41 cu in Bore stroke 90 0 68 0 mm 3 54 2 68 in Ignition system TCI Spark plug NGK VZ150TR BKR6EKU VZ175TR BKR7EKU Spark plug gap 1 5 1 6 mm 0 059 0 063 in Control system Remote control Starting system Electric Starting carburetion system Electronic fuel injection Min cold cranking amps CCA SAE 512 0 A Min marine cranking amps MCA ABYC 675 0 A...

Page 55: ...tboard motor could shake loose from the tilt 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 The outboard motor should be trailered and stored in the normal running position If there is insufficient road clearance in this position then trailer the outboard motor in the tilt po sition using a motor...

Page 56: ... supply water to the cooling water passag es CAUTION ECM00310 Avoid running the outboard motor at high speed while on the flushing attachment otherwise overheating could occur 5 Cooling system flushing is essential to prevent the cooling system from clog ging up with salt sand or dirt In addi tion fogging lubricating of the engine is mandatory to prevent excessive engine damage due to rust Perform...

Page 57: ...Otherwise the engine could be damaged 3 Wax the cowling with a non abrasive wax such as Yamaha Silicone Wax Part No ACC 11000 15 02 EMU28430 Battery care WARNING EWM00330 Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous it contains sulfuric acid and therefore is poisonous and highly caustic Always follow these preventive mea sures Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic fluid as it can cause severe burns or...

Page 58: ...r pump may be damaged and severe damage from overheating can result 1 After shutting off the engine unscrew the garden hose connector from the fit ting on the bottom cowling 2 Screw the garden hose adapter onto a garden hose which is connected to a fresh water supply and then connect it to the garden hose connector 3 With the engine off turn on the water tap and let the water flush through the coo...

Page 59: ...RNING EWM01070 Be sure to turn off the engine when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified If you or the owner is not famil iar with machine servicing this work should be done by your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and sys tems may be performed by any marine engine repair establishment or individual All warrant...

Page 60: ...ons Initial Every 10 hours 1 month 50 hours 3 months 100 hours 6 months 200 hours 1 year Anode s external Inspection replace ment Anode s internal Inspection replace ment Battery Inspection charging Cooling water pas sages Cleaning Cowling clamp Inspection Fuel filter can be dis assembled Inspection replace ment Fuel system Inspection Gear oil Change Greasing points Greasing Idling speed Inspectio...

Page 61: ...nspection filling Oil pump Inspection adjustment Oil tank water drain Inspection cleaning Spark plug s Cleaning adjustment replacement Item Actions Every 500 hours 2 5 years 1000 hours 5 years High pressure fuel pump drive belt Replacement Fuel filter vapor sepa rator tank Replacement Item Actions Initial Every 10 hours 1 month 50 hours 3 months 100 hours 6 months 200 hours 1 year ...

Page 62: ...60 When removing or installing a spark plug be careful not to damage the insulator A damaged insulator could allow external sparks which could lead to explosion or fire The spark plug is an important engine com ponent and is easy to inspect The condition of the spark plug can indicate something about the condition of the engine For exam ZMU04003 ...

Page 63: ...rect torque NOTE If a torque wrench is not available when you are fitting a spark plug a good estimate of the correct torque is 1 4 to 1 2 a turn past fin ger tight Have the spark plug adjusted to the correct torque as soon as possible with a torque wrench EMU28962 Checking fuel system WARNING EWM00060 Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam mable and explosive Keep away from sparks cigarettes fla...

Page 64: ...h 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 NOTE Correct idling speed inspection is only possi ble if the engine is fully warmed up If not warmed up fully the idle speed will measure higher than normal If you have difficulty ver ifying the idle speed or the idle speed re quires adjustment consult a Yamaha dealer or oth...

Page 65: ...e sure no one is under the outboard motor before performing this test 1 Check the power trim and tilt unit for any sign of oil leaks 2 Operate each of the power trim and tilt switches on the remote control and en gine bottom cowling if equipped to check that all switches work 3 Tilt the outboard motor up and check that the tilt rod and trim rods are extend ed completely 4 Use the tilt support leve...

Page 66: ... spark plugs Also place the shift control in neutral turn the main switch to off and re move the key and remove the lanyard from the engine stop switch Turn off the battery cut off switch if your boat has one Do not use your hand to hold the pro peller when loosening or tightening the propeller nut Put a wood block be tween the anti cavitation plate and the propeller to prevent the propeller from ...

Page 67: ...e models CAUTION ECM00340 Be sure to install the thrust washer be fore installing the propeller otherwise the lower case and propeller boss could be damaged Be sure to use a new cotter pin and bend the ends over securely Otherwise the propeller could come off during op eration and be lost 1 Apply Yamaha marine grease or a cor rosion resistant grease to the propeller shaft 2 Install the spacer if e...

Page 68: ...tic gear oil drain screw is equipped remove all metal particles from the screw before installing it Always use new gaskets Do not reuse the removed gaskets 4 Remove the oil level plug and gasket to allow the oil to drain completely CAUTION ECM00710 Inspect the used oil after it has been drained If the oil is milky water is getting into the gear case which can cause gear damage Consult a Yamaha dea...

Page 69: ...r electric start models WARNING EWM00330 Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous it contains sulfuric acid and therefore is poisonous and highly caustic Always follow these preventive mea sures Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic fluid as it can cause severe burns or permanent eye injury Wear protective eye gear when han dling or working near batteries Antidote EXTERNAL SKIN Flush with water EY...

Page 70: ... using it 3 If the battery will be stored for longer than a month check the specific gravity of the fluid at least once a month and re charge the battery when it is low NOTE Consult a Yamaha dealer when charging or re charging batteries EMU29362 Connecting the Battery WARNING EWM00570 Mount the battery holder securely in a dry well ventilated vibration free loca tion in the boat Install a fully ch...

Page 71: ... Then disconnect the RED cable from the POSITIVE terminal EMU29390 Checking top cowling Check the fitting of the top cowling by push ing it with both hands If it is loose have it re paired by your Yamaha dealer EMU29400 Coating the boat bottom 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...

Page 72: ...Maintenance 66 ZMU01943 ...

Page 73: ...A Have serviced by a Yamaha 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 39 Q Has fuel pump malfunctioned A Have serviced by a Yamaha deal...

Page 74: ...p 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 ...

Page 75: ...ed or of incorrect type A Inspect spark plug 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 clea...

Page 76: ...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 Inspect the control system and all com ponents for damage Also inspect the boat for damage 3 Whether damage is found or n...

Page 77: ...ors are flammable and explosive Do not perform this procedure on a hot or running engine 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 ...

Page 78: ...filter cup by soak ing it up with a rag NOTE Properly dispose of the rag 6 Firmly screw the filter cup onto the filter housing NOTE Be careful not to twist the water detection switch lead when screwing the filter cup onto the filter housing 7 Connect the water detection switch cou pler securely until a click is heard 8 Install the top cowling 9 Start the engine and make sure that the water separat...

Page 79: ...rgency 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 EWM00620 Do not install the top cowling when en gine is running EMU29670 Engine fails to operate EMU29741 Low oil level warning activates If the oil level is allowed to drop too low the red segment ...

Page 80: ...the emergency switch to pump re serve oil into the engine oil tank from the remote oil tank 4 After using the emergency switch turn off the main switch then turn it back on This resets the warning system to nor mal operation The yellow segment will continue to be displayed on the oil level indicator 5 Start the engine and return to the near est port for more oil NOTE The maximum reserve oil capaci...

Page 81: ...y wash away mud salt sea weed and so on with fresh water 2 Remove the spark plugs and face the spark plug holes downward to allow any water mud or contaminants to drain 3 Drain the fuel from the vapor separator fuel filter and fuel line 4 Spray Fogging Oil or supply engine oil through the intake manifold and spark plug holes while rotating the flywheel manually 5 Take the outboard motor to a Yamah...

Page 82: ...76 Consumer information EMU29811 Important warranty information for U S A and Canada ...

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Page 84: ...Consumer information 78 EMU29820 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A OUTBOARD MOTOR TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ...

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Page 91: ... au détail OUTBOARD MOTOR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER From I D label on clamp bracket MODÉLE ET NO DE SÉRIE DU MOTEUR HORS BORD sur l étiquette d identification de la presse de fixation For Dealer Use Only A l usage du concessionnaire YAMAHA DEALER NUMBER NO DU CONCESSIONNAIRE YAMAHA DEALER NAME NOM DU CONCESSIONNAIRE DATE SOLD DATE DE LIVRAISON OWNER S NAME NOM DU PROPRIÉTAIRE ADDRESS ADRESSE PHONE N...

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