Operation
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NOTICE
ECM00120
Do not start the engine out of water. Over-
heating and serious engine damage can
occur.
EMU36420
Fuel level
Be sure you have plenty of fuel for your trip. A
good rule is to use 1/3 of your fuel to get to the
destination, 1/3 to return, and to keep 1/3 as
an emergency reserve. With the boat level on
a trailer or in the water, turn the key to
“
”(on) and check the fuel level. For fuel fill-
ing instructions, see page 41.
EMU36431
Remove cowling
For the following checks, remove the top
cowling from the engine. To remove the en-
gine cowling, release all the lock levers and lift
off the cowling.
EMU36442
Fuel system
WARNING
EWM00060
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-
mable and explosive. Keep away from
sparks, cigarettes, flames, or other sourc-
es of ignition.
WARNING
EWM00910
Leaking fuel can result in fire or explosion.
●
Check for fuel leakage regularly.
●
If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel sys-
tem must be repaired by a qualified me-
chanic. Improper repairs can make the
outboard unsafe to operate.
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Check for fuel leaks
●
Check under top cowling and in the boat for
fuel leaks or gasoline fumes.
●
Check fuel line connections to be sure they
are tight.
●
Check fuel lines for cracks, swelling, or oth-
er damage.
EMU37320
Check 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.
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