PRODUCT OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW
Owner / Operator
Responsibilities
The operator must, and assumes all
responsibility to:
• Read and understand the operation
manual prior to operating the stern drive;
• Perform all safety checks as necessary to
ensure safe operation;
• Comply with and follow all lubrication and
maintenance instructions and
recommendations; and
• Have an authorized Yanmar Marine
dealer / distributor perform periodic
checkups.
Conducting normal maintenance service
and replacing consumable parts as
necessary is the responsibility of the owner /
operator and necessary to provide the best
durability, performance and dependability of
the stern drive while keeping your overall
operating expenses to a minimum.
Individual operating habits and usage may
increase the frequency of performing
maintenance service condition. Monitor
conditions frequently to determine if the
maintenance intervals suggested in the
manual are frequent enough for stern drive.
NOTICE: The anode of the stern-drive is
only calculated for the stern-drive. Changing
the material of the propeller may require
additional anodes to be installed on the
stern-drive.
New Stern-Drive Break-In:
• On the initial engine start-up, allow the
engine to idle for approximately 15
minutes while you check for proper stern-
drive function and stern-drive oil leaks.
• During the break-in period, carefully
observe stern-drive indicators (if any) for
proper stern-drive function.
• During the break-in period, check the
stern-drive oil levels frequently.
Dealer / Distributor
Responsibilities
In general, a dealer's responsibilities to the
customer include predelivery inspection
and preparation such as:
• Ensure that the vessel is properly
equipped.
• Prior to delivery, make certain that the
Yanmar stern-drive and other equipment
are in proper operating condition.
• Make all necessary adjustments for
maximum efficiency.
• Familiarize the customer with the
on-board equipment.
• Explain and demonstrate the operation of
the stern-drive and vessel.
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