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EMU25071

ZMU01690

 

Read this owner’s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor.

6D0-9-12 Hyoshi  4/1/04 11:40 PM  Page 2

Summary of Contents for Z250D

Page 1: ...Z250D LZ250D Z300D LZ300D OWNER S MANUAL 6D0 28199 12 U S A Edition LIT 18626 06 09...

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

Page 3: ...CM00700 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 se...

Page 4: ...nacle type 17 Trim tab with anode 17 Tilt support lever for power trim and tilt or hydro tilt model 18 Top cowling lock lever pull up type 18 Flushing device 18 Tachometer 19 Digital tachometer 19 Oil...

Page 5: ...chart additional 54 Greasing 55 Cleaning and adjusting spark plug 55 Checking fuel system 56 Inspecting fuel filter 57 Cleaning fuel filter 57 Inspecting idling speed 58 Checking water in engine oil t...

Page 6: ...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 k...

Page 7: ...oard 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 stan...

Page 8: ...r 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...

Page 9: ...and shut off the engine Be informed about boating safety Additional publications and information can be obtained from many organizations including the fol lowing United States Coast Guard Consumer Aff...

Page 10: ...hen you are driving your boat These rules are used internationally and are also enforced by the United States Coast Guard and local agen cies You should be aware of these rules and follow them wheneve...

Page 11: ...ions which you may encounter with other vessels which could lead to a collision unless the Steering Rules are followed Meeting you are approaching another ves sel head on Crossing you are traveling ac...

Page 12: ...of way All vessels which are fishing with nets lines or trawls are considered to be fishing ves sels under the International Rules Vessels with trolling lines are not considered fishing vessels Fishin...

Page 13: ...is system uses buoys and signs with dis tinctive shapes and colors to show regulato ry or advisory information These markers are white with black letters and orange boarders They signify speed zones r...

Page 14: ...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 tan...

Page 15: ...inimum 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 I...

Page 16: ...r 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 all...

Page 17: ...et mode P S mpg Km L gph I h ECON SYNC TTL FUEL MANAGEMENT 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 1 2 9 10 8 7 6 5 3 4 12 11 2 ZMU04929 1 Top cowling 2 Top cowling lock lever s 3 Trim tab anode 4 Propeller 5 Cool...

Page 18: ...ck trigger To shift out of neutral first pull the neutral in terlock trigger up 1 Power trim and tilt switch 2 Remote control lever 3 Neutral interlock trigger 4 Neutral throttle lever 5 Main switch c...

Page 19: ...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...

Page 20: ...ition 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 operati...

Page 21: ...trims the outboard motor up then tilts it up Pressing the switch down tilts the outboard mo tor down and trims it down When the switch is released the outboard motor will stop in its current position...

Page 22: ...time For instructions on using the power trim and tilt switches see pages 40 and 42 EMU26240 Trim tab with anode The trim tab should be adjusted so that the steering control can be turned to either th...

Page 23: ...ll up the lock lever s and lift off the cowling When installing the cowling check to be sure it fits properly in the rubber seal Then lock the cowling by moving the lever s down ward EMU26460 Flushing...

Page 24: ...te when the en gine is equipped with the appropriate func tions EMU26540 Oil level indicators three indicators The indicators on the gauge show the status of the oil level For details on how to read t...

Page 25: ...ill start to blink For fur ther information on reading the indicator see page 26 CAUTION ECM00050 Do not continue to run the engine if the overheat warning indicator is on Serious engine damage will o...

Page 26: ...trim and tilt switch EMU26620 Trim meter digital type This meter shows the trim angle of your out board motor NOTE Memorize the trim angles that work best for your boat under different conditions Adju...

Page 27: ...e is kept in memory by bat tery power The stored data will be lost if the battery is disconnected EMU26700 Clock Press the mode button repeatedly until the indicator on the face of the gauge points to...

Page 28: ...a warning device has activated Get back to the port within troll ing engine speed EMU26730 Low battery voltage warning indicator If battery voltage drops the display will auto matically turn on and b...

Page 29: ...to display the fuel flow of the port engine A for port will also be displayed Press the set button a third time to return the display to the total fuel flow of both engines for port and starboard wil...

Page 30: ...additives The Yamaha digital speedometer and fuel management meter calculates speed miles traveled and fuel economy by water movement at the stern of the boat This distance can vary greatly from the...

Page 31: ...rning device has activated Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem can not be located and corrected EMU26823 Overheat warning twin engines This engine has an overheat warning device If the engine te...

Page 32: ...ff the warning activation on the engine not affected by overheating turn off the main switch of the engine over heating EMU26843 Oil level warning and oil filter clogging warning Oil injection models...

Page 33: ...E The warning for oil filter clogging is similar to the warnings for low oil level and overheat ing To make troubleshooting easier check for engine overheating first then oil level and finally oil fil...

Page 34: ...does not have a capacity plate consult the boat manufacturer The information presented in this sec tion is intended as reference only It is not possible to provide complete in structions for every pos...

Page 35: ...tion and the desired use Test runs at different heights can help deter mine the optimum mounting height Con sult your Yamaha dealer or boat manufacturer for further information on de termining the pro...

Page 36: ...ng at full throttle for more than 5 minutes at a time Let the engine cool between full throttle runs Vary en gine speed occasionally 5 After the first 10 hours Operate the engine normally EMU27101 Pre...

Page 37: ...rating the engine after a long peri od 12 months of storage proceed as fol lows 1 Start the engine Leave it idling WARNING EWM00090 Do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or during oper...

Page 38: ...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...

Page 39: ...n be added 2 Turn on the main switch The Yamaha oil injection system will automatically feed oil from the remote oil tank to the engine oil tank 3 Operate the engine normally CAUTION ECM00570 When the...

Page 40: ...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 33 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 o...

Page 41: ...a col orless odorless gas which could cause brain damage or death when inhaled Symptoms include nausea dizziness and drowsiness Keep cockpit and cab in areas well ventilated Avoid blocking exhaust ou...

Page 42: ...slow rapidly This could cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward 3 Turn the main switch to on NOTE Dual engine users When the main switch is turned on the buzzer operates for a few se...

Page 43: ...at all times while the engine is running overheating and serious dam age could occur Stop the engine and check whether the cooling water inlet on the lower case or the cooling water pilot hole is blo...

Page 44: ...and an accident Tiller control models 1 Place the throttle grip in the fully closed position 2 Move the gear shift lever quickly and firmly from neutral to reverse Remote control models 1 Pull up the...

Page 45: ...rove 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 affected by variables such as th...

Page 46: ...angles to find the position that works best for your boat and operating conditions NOTE To adjust the trim angle while the boat is moving use the power trim and tilt switch lo cated on the remote con...

Page 47: ...ifficult 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 EMU27931 Tilting up and down If the engine will be...

Page 48: ...p Power trim and tilt models power tilt models 1 Place the remote control lever the gear shift lever in neutral 2 Disconnect the fuel line from the out board motor or close the fuel cock 3 Press the p...

Page 49: ...e sure to retract the trim rods complete ly during mooring This protects the rods from marine growth and corrosion which could damage the power trim and tilt mechanism EMU28052 Procedure for tilting d...

Page 50: ...outboard motor to its normal position as soon as the boat is back in deeper water CAUTION ECM00260 Do not tilt the outboard motor up so that the cooling water inlet on the lower unit is above the sur...

Page 51: ...t water After operating in salt water wash out the cooling water passages with fresh water to prevent them from becoming clogged with salt deposits NOTE For cooling system flushing instructions see pa...

Page 52: ...min 300 HP 5150 r min Idling speed in neutral LZ250TR 700 30 r min LZ300TR 730 30 r min Z250TR 700 30 r min Z300TR 730 30 r min Engine Type 2 stroke V Displacement 3342 0 cm3 203 93 cu in Bore stroke...

Page 53: ...el tank whether in a boat or car DO NOT fill fuel container to maximum capacity Gasoline will expand consid erably as it warms up and can build up pressure in the fuel container This can cause fuel le...

Page 54: ...zer Part No LUB FUELC 12 00 to each gallon of fuel NOTE The use of Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and Stabilizer eliminates the need to drain the fuel system Consult your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mec...

Page 55: ...ondensation For models with a remote oil tank it may be necessary to manually override the control unit to completely fill the engine oil tank 3 Change the gear oil For instructions see page 62 Inspec...

Page 56: ...of shorting 2 Clean the battery casing and terminals Fill each cell to the upper level with dis tilled water 3 Store the battery on a level surface in a cool dry well ventilated place out of di rect s...

Page 57: ...dealer EMU28483 Periodic maintenance WARNING 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 servicin...

Page 58: ...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 repl...

Page 59: ...igh pressure fuel pump oil level Inspection filling Oil pump Inspection adjustment Oil tank water drain Inspection cleaning Spark plug s Cleaning adjustment replacement Item Actions Initial Every 10 h...

Page 60: ...EWM00560 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 impo...

Page 61: ...to the correct 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 adju...

Page 62: ...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...

Page 63: ...ngine and check the filter and lines for leaks NOTE If any water is in the fuel the red ring in the fuel filter unit will float If so remove the cup and drain the water EMU29040 Inspecting idling spee...

Page 64: ...l tank If water or foreign matter is vis ible in this trap consult your Yamaha dealer EMU29111 Checking wiring and connectors Check that each grounding wire is properly secured Check that each connect...

Page 65: ...he cylinders 7 Activate the trim up switch until the tilt rod is fully extended Unlock the tilt sup port lever 8 Tilt the outboard motor down Check that the tilt rod and trim rods operate smoothly NOT...

Page 66: ...ller shaft for damage Check the splines shear pin for wear or damage Check for fish line tangled around the pro peller shaft Check the propeller shaft oil seal for dam age NOTE If the shear pin equipp...

Page 67: ...st washer and propeller on the propeller shaft 3 Install the spacer and washer Tighten the propeller nut to the specified torque 4 Align the propeller nut with the propeller shaft hole Insert a new co...

Page 68: ...drain screw hole 6 When the oil begins to flow out of the oil level plug hole insert and tighten the oil level plug 7 Insert and tighten the gear oil drain screw EMU29312 Inspecting and replacing ano...

Page 69: ...INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk followed by milk of magnesia beaten egg or vegetable oil Get immediate medical attention Batteries also generate explosive hydro gen gas therefore you...

Page 70: ...ng on the battery Reversal of the battery cables will dam age the electrical parts Connect the red battery cable first when installing the battery and discon nect the black battery cable first when re...

Page 71: ...ting 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 an anti foul ing paint...

Page 72: ...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 st...

Page 73: ...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 nor...

Page 74: ...s fouled 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...

Page 75: ...otor 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 procedu...

Page 76: ...blows again EMU29520 Power trim and tilt will not operate If the engine cannot be tilted up or down with the power trim and tilt the power tilt because of a discharged battery or a failure with the p...

Page 77: ...n the engine oil tank Do not use this emergency procedure unless the oil level warning indicators are working 1 Remove the top cowling 2 Turn on the main switch 3 Lift the emergency switch to pump re...

Page 78: ...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...

Page 79: ...74 Consumer information EMU29811 Important warranty information for U S A and Canada...

Page 80: ...Consumer information 75...

Page 81: ...Consumer information 76 EMU29820 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A OUTBOARD MOTOR TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY...

Page 82: ...Consumer information 77...

Page 83: ...Consumer information 78...

Page 84: ...Consumer information 79 EMU29840 IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION IF YOU USE YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE U S A OR CANADA...

Page 85: ...Printed in Japan April 2004 0 4 1 Printed on recycled paper...

Page 86: ...d tail OUTBOARD MOTOR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER From I D label on clamp bracket MOD LE ET NO DE S RIE DU MOTEUR HORS BORD sur l tiquette d identification de la presse de fixation For Dealer Use Only A...

Page 87: ...PLACE POSTAGE HERE ATTN WARRANTY DEPARTMENT Warranty card 2 27 02 11 47 AM Page 2...

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