Specifications and requirements
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EWM01581
If the engine starts in gear, the boat can
move suddenly and unexpectedly, pos-
sibly causing a collision or throwing
passengers overboard.
If the engine ever starts in gear, the
start-in-gear protection device is not
working correctly and you should dis-
continue using the outboard. Contact
your Yamaha dealer.
This digital electronic control unit is only
available for the outboard motor which you
have purchased.
Prior to use of the digital electronic control
unit, set it in order to operate your outboard
motor only. Otherwise, it will not be possible
to operate the outboard motor.
Perform setting of the outboard motor and
the digital electronic control unit in the follow-
ing cases.
If a used outboard motor is installed
If the digital electronic control unit is re-
placed
If the ECM (Electronic control module) of
the used outboard motor is replaced
If the ECM (Electronic control module) of
the digital electronic control unit is re-
placed
Consult your Yamaha dealer for setting.
EMU25695
Battery requirements
EMU44881
Battery specifications
For U.S. insular areas
It is necessary to meet only two of the three
specifications (CCA, MCA, and RC) in one of
the following combinations:
CCA/SAE and RC
MCA/ABYC and RC
For Others
The engine cannot be started if battery volt-
age is too low.
EMU36293
Mounting battery
Mount the battery holder securely in a dry,
well-ventilated, vibration-free location in the
boat.
WARNING! Do not put flammable
items, or loose heavy or metal objects in
the same compartment as the battery.
Fire, explosion or sparks could result.
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Battery cable
The battery cable size and length are critical.
Consult your Yamaha dealer about the bat-
tery cable size and length.
EMU36303
Multiple batteries
To connect multiple batteries, such as for
multiple engine configurations or for an ac-
cessory battery, consult your Yamaha dealer
about battery selection and correct wiring.
Battery isolator
Your outboard motor is capable of charging
an accessory battery separate from the start-
ing battery using an optional isolator lead.
Battery rating (CCA/SAE):
700 A
Battery rating (MCA/ABYC):
900 A
Battery rating (RC/SAE):
170 minutes
Battery rating (CCA/EN):
670 A
Battery rating (20HR/IEC):
110 Ah
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