Maintenance
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4.
Run the engine at a fast idle for a few
minutes in neutral position.
WARNING!
Attach the engine shut-off cord to a
secure place on your clothing, or your
arm or leg while operating.Do not at-
tach the cord to clothing that could
tear loose. Do not route the cord
where it could become entangled, pre-
venting it from functioning.
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NOTICE:
Never turn the main switch to
“
” (start) while the engine is run-
ning. 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 mak-
ing it impossible to start the engine.
The starter can also be damaged. If the
engine will not start after 5 seconds of
cranking, return the main switch to
“
” (on), wait 10 seconds, then crank
the engine again.
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5.
Just prior to turning off the engine, quickly
spray “Fogging Oil” alternately into the in-
take silencer or the fogging hole of the si-
lencer cover, if equipped. When properly
done, the engine will smoke excessively
and almost stall.
TIP:
If “Fogging Oil” is not available, turn off the en-
gine. Remove the spark plug(s). Pour a tea-
spoonful of clean engine oil into each cylinder.
Crank the engine several times manually. Re-
install the spark plug(s).
6.
Remove the flushing attachment.
EMU41320
Draining the gasoline from the vapor sep-
arator
Gasoline in the vapor separator must be
drained before storing the outboard motor.
Have a Yamaha dealer drain the gasoline
from the vapor separator.
EMU31393
Washing the outboard motor
TIP:
This procedure is performed while the top
cowling is installed.
1.
Wash the outboard motor body using
fresh water.
NOTICE:
Do not spray wa-
ter into the air intake.
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2.
Drain the cooling water completely out of
the motor. Clean the body thoroughly.
EMU28402
Lubrication
1.
Install the spark plug(s) and torque to
proper specification. For information on
spark plug installation, see page 61.
2.
Change the gear oil. For instructions, see
page 66. Inspect the oil for the presence
of water that indicates a leaky seal. Seal
replacement should be performed by an
authorized Yamaha dealer prior to use.
3.
Grease all grease fittings. For further de-
tails, see page 60.
TIP:
For long-term storage, fogging the engine
with oil is recommended. Contact your
Yamaha dealer for information about fogging
oil and procedures for your engine.
EMU28445
Flushing power unit
Perform this procedure right after operation
for the most thorough flushing.
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