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OWNER'S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this
LIT-18626-10-80
outboard motor.
6AL-28199-35-E0

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  • Page 1 F200 LF200 F225 F250 LF250 OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this LIT-18626-10-80 outboard motor. 6AL-28199-35-E0...
  • Page 2 Les gaz d’échappement du moteur de ce produit contiennent des substances chimiques connues dans l’État de Californie pour provoquer le cancer, des anomalies congénitales et des troubles de la reproduction. ZMU07696 Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating.
  • Page 3 EWM00782 If you purchased this outboard motor used, WARNING see your Yamaha dealer to have it registered A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa- in your name in Yamaha records. tion which, if not avoided, could result in TIP: death or serious injury.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Specifications and Safety information......1 requirements ........14 Outboard motor safety....1 Specifications ....... 14 Propeller ..........1 Installation requirements ....15 Rotating parts........1 Hot parts ..........1 Boat horsepower rating....15 Electric shock........1 Mounting outboard motor ....16 Power trim and tilt ......
  • Page 5 Table of contents Tilt support lever for power trim and Engine control system....45 tilt model ........30 Alert system ........45 Cowling lock lever (pull up type) ..30 Overheat alert........45 Flushing device ........ 31 Low oil pressure alert ....... 45 Fuel filter/Water separator....
  • Page 6 Cleaning and anticorrosion IMPORTANT WARRANTY measures ........67 INFORMATION IF YOU USE Flushing power unit......68 YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE Cleaning the outboard motor ... 68 THE U.S.A. OR CANADA..101 Checking painted surface of outboard motor......69 INDEX ..........102 Periodic maintenance ....

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Safety information EMU33623 EMU33661 Outboard motor safety Power trim and tilt Body parts can be crushed between the mo- Observe these precautions at all times. tor and the clamp bracket when the motor is EMU36502 Propeller trimmed or tilted. Keep body parts out of this People can be injured or killed if they come in area at all times.

  • Page 8: Gasoline

    Gasoline and its vapors are highly flamma- Have an approved PFD on board for every ble and explosive. Always, refuel according occupant. Yamaha recommends that you to the procedure on page 54 to reduce the must wear a PFD whenever boating. At a risk of fire and explosion.

  • Page 9: Avoid Collisions

    Safety information tions. Overloading or incorrect weight EMU33791 Weather distribution can compromise the boats han- Stay informed about the weather. Check dling and lead to an accident, capsizing or weather forecasts before boating. Avoid swamping. boating in hazardous weather. EMU33773 Avoid collisions EMU44161 Accident reporting...

  • Page 10: Passenger Training

    Safety information successful completion of the course, the user EMU44740 Boating organizations can download a certificate of completion im- The following organizations provide boating mediately or, for a small charge, request one safety training and information about boating by mail. To take this free course, go to boa- safety and laws.

  • Page 11: Basic Boating Rules (Rules Of The Road)

    Safety information In Canada Stand-on vessel National Marine Manufacturers Associa- The vessel with the right-of-way has the duty tion Canada to continue its course and speed, except to 14 McEwan Drive avoid an immediate collision. When you Suite 8 maintain your direction and speed, the other Bolton, ON vessel will be able to determine how best to L7E 1H1...

  • Page 12: Other Special Situations

    Safety information Crossing: (you are traveling across the other Crossing When two power driven vessels are crossing vessel’s path) each other’s path close enough to run the risk Overtaking: (you are passing or being of collision, the vessel which has the other on passed by another vessel) the starboard (right) side must keep out of the In the following illustration, your boat is in the...
  • Page 13 Safety information ter vessels, the operator should sound a pro- red buoys are passed on the starboard (right) longed blast on the whistle (4 to 6 seconds). side when proceeding from open water into If another vessel is around the bend, it too port, and black buoys are to port (left) side.
  • Page 14 Safety information ZMU01708...

  • Page 15: General Information

    Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha dealer or for reference in case your outboard motor is sto- len.
  • Page 16 General information Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) Engines affixed with this mark conform to certain portion(s) of the Australian Radio Communications Act. ZMU08192 1. Manufactured date ZMU08190 1. Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) ICES-002 Compliance Label Engines affixed with this mark meet all re- quirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.

  • Page 17: Read Manuals And Labels

     Read any manuals supplied with the boat.  Read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat. If you need any additional information, contact your Yamaha dealer. EMU33834 Warning labels If these labels are damaged or missing, contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements.
  • Page 18 General information ZMU06191  Attach engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to EMU34652 Contents of labels your PFD, arm, or leg so the engine The above warning labels mean as follows. stops if you accidentally leave the helm, which could prevent a runaway boat. EWM01682 WARNING EMU35133...
  • Page 19 General information Read Owner’s Manual ZMU05664 Hazard caused by continuous rotation ZMU05665 Electrical hazard ZMU05666...

  • Page 20: Specifications And Requirements

    Specifications and requirements EMU40501 Spark plug gap: Specifications 1.0–1.1 mm (0.039–0.043 in) TIP: Steering system: “(SUS)” indicates that the specification is for Remote steering the outboard motor when it is equipped with Starting system: a stainless steel propeller. Electric starter EMU2821V Starting carburetion system: Fuel injection...

  • Page 21: Installation Requirements

    Specifications and requirements Fuel and oil: Recommended gear oil grade: Recommended fuel: SAE 90 API GL-4 / SAE 80W API GL-5 / F200A Regular unleaded gasoline SAE 90 API GL-5 F225A Regular unleaded gasoline Gear oil quantity: F250A Mid-grade unleaded gasoline F200A 1.150 L (1.216 US qt, (For North America), Premium unleaded 1.012 Imp.qt)

  • Page 22: Mounting Outboard Motor

    CCA rating. continue using the outboard. Contact your Yamaha dealer. EMU36291 Mounting battery The remote control unit must be equipped Mount the battery holder securely in a dry, with a start-in-gear protection device(s).

  • Page 23: Multiple Batteries

    Yamaha outboard motor and Standard outboard motors rotate clockwise. every application. Counter rotation models rotate counterclock- Your Yamaha dealer can help you select the wise and are typically used in multiple motor right propeller for your boating needs. Select setups.

  • Page 24: Engine Oil Requirements

    Engine oil quantity (with oil filter re- pinging occurs, use a different brand of gas- placement): oline or premium unleaded fuel. Yamaha rec- 4.7 L (4.97 US qt, 4.14 Imp.qt) ommends that you use alcohol-free gasoline If oil grades listed under Recommended en-...
  • Page 25 Yamaha outboard mo- LF200A Regular unleaded gasoline tor. However, if gasoline with Ethanol is the LF250A Mid-grade unleaded gasoline only fuel available in your area, your Yamaha Min. pump octane number (PON): outboard motor is calibrated to run properly F200A 86...

  • Page 26: Gasoline Additives

    If the amount of water is excessive, the eth- internal engine damage. anol and water mixture will separate from Yamaha recommends the use of two Yama- the gasoline in a layer at the bottom of the lube gasoline additives to reduce internal de- fuel tank.

  • Page 27: Outboard Motor Disposal Requirements

     Spare parts, such as an extra set of spark inal paint. Removal of the original paint will in- crease the rate of corrosion. plugs. Consult your Yamaha dealer for details. ECM02411 NOTICE EMU25223 Emission control information Anti-fouling paint for fiberglass and wood...

  • Page 28: Star Labels

    Specifications and requirements EMU25275 EMU40341 Star labels Two Stars—Very Low Emission The two-star label identifies engines that Your outboard motor is labeled with a Califor- meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal nia Air Resources Board (CARB) star label. Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2004 See below for a description of your particular exhaust emission standards.
  • Page 29 Specifications and requirements emission standards. Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engines may also comply with these standards. Engines meeting these standards have 90% lower emissions than One Star-Low-Emission engines. ZMU05663...

  • Page 30: Components

    Components EMU2579Z Components diagram TIP: * May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models (order from dealer). ZMU05148 1. Top cowling 16.Digital speedometer* 2. Anti-cavitation plate 17.Digital tachometer* 3. Trim tab (anode) 18.Fuel management meter* 4.

  • Page 31: Remote Control Box

    Components MODE MODE ZMU05429 1. Tachometer unit (Square type)* 2. Tachometer unit (Round type)* 3. Speedometer unit (Square type)* 4. Speed & fuel meter unit (Square type)* 5. Speed & fuel meter unit (Round type)* 6. Fuel management meter unit (Square type)* EMU26182 Remote control box The remote control lever actuates both the...

  • Page 32: Remote Control Lever

    Components EMU26234 Free accelerator To open the throttle without shifting into ei- ther forward or reverse, push the free accel- erator button and move the remote control lever. ZMU04569 1. Remote control lever 2. Power trim and tilt switch 3. Free accelerator 4.

  • Page 33: Throttle Friction Adjuster

    Components matically to its set position. The remote EMU25996 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) and clip control will then engage forward and re- The clip must be attached to the engine shut- verse normally. off switch for the engine to run. The cord EMU25977 Throttle friction adjuster should be attached to a secure place on the...

  • Page 34: Main Switch

    Components START START START START ZMU05821 ZMU05818 EMU32054 1. Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) Power trim and tilt switch on remote 2. Clip control 3. Engine shut-off switch The power trim and tilt system adjusts the EMU26092 outboard motor angle in relation to the tran- Main switch som.

  • Page 35: Power Trim And Tilt Switches (Twin Binnacle Type)

    Components trims it down. When the switch is released, the outboard motor will stop in its current po- sition. For instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch, see page 61. EWM01032 WARNING Use the power trim and tilt switch located on the bottom cowling only when the boat ZMU04601 is at a complete stop with the engine off.

  • Page 36: Tilt Support Lever For Power Trim And Tilt Model

    Components 1. Trim tab ECM00661 2. Bolt NOTICE 3. Cap Do not use the tilt support lever or knob when trailering the boat. The outboard motor could shake loose from the tilt sup- port and fall. If the motor cannot be trailered in the normal running position, use an additional support device to secure it in the tilt position.

  • Page 37: Flushing Device

    Components  Be sure to check that the gap between the top cowling and the bottom cowling is even all around the cowling. If the top cowling is loose or the gap is not even, reinstall the cowling. ZMU05347 1. Cowling lock lever(s) 1.
  • Page 38 Multifunction Tachometer will blink.  The buzzer will sound intermittently only when the gear shift is in neutral.  If the alert system has activated, stop the engine and consult a Yamaha dealer imme- diately. TIP: Adding an in-line 10-micron fuel filter has been show to greatly reduce the chance of fuel contamination problems.

  • Page 39: Instruments And Indicators

    Instruments and indicators  If the trim angle of your motor exceeds the EMU31415 Digital tachometer trim operating range, the top segment on The tachometer shows the engine speed and the trim meter display will blink. has the following functions. All segments of the display will light momen- tarily after the main switch is turned on and will return to normal thereafter.

  • Page 40: Low Oil Pressure-Alert Indicator

    Instruments and indicators EMU26525 Low oil pressure-alert indicator If oil pressure drops too low, the alert indica- tor will start to blink. For further information, see page 45. ECM00023 NOTICE  Do not continue to run the engine if the low oil pressure-alert indicator is on and the engine oil level is lower.

  • Page 41: Fuel Gauge

    Press the “ ” (mode) button until the the gauge will give false readings. Consult desired hour is displayed. your Yamaha dealer on how to correctly set Press the “ ” (set) button again, the the selector switch. NOTICE: Running out of minute display will begin blinking.

  • Page 42: Fuel Level-Alert Indicator

    Instruments and indicators Get back to the port soon if an alert device has activated. For charging the battery, con- sult your Yamaha dealer. The clock operates on battery power. Dis- connecting the battery will stop the clock. Reset the clock after connecting the battery.

  • Page 43: Fuel Consumption Meter / Fuel Economy Meter / Twin Engine Speed Synchronizer

    Instruments and indicators  The fuel flow meter displays gallons/hour gine only), “ ” (for fuel flow to the port engine or liters/hour according to operator prefer- only), or “ ” (for total fuel flow both en- ence. Select the desired units of measure- gines).
  • Page 44 (winter or summer fuel and amount of additives).  The Yamaha digital speedometer and fuel ZMU01754 management meter calculates speed, 1. Port engine speed is higher miles traveled, and fuel economy by water 2.

  • Page 45: Water Separator-Alert Indicator

    For the optional sensor, con- This indicator only operates when a water sult your Yamaha dealer. The tachometer unit separator sensor is equipped. is available in round or square types. Check your tachometer unit type.

  • Page 46: Start-Up Checks

    ” (on). After all the has activated while the appropriate engine oil displays come on and the total hour display quantity is maintained, consult your Yamaha comes on, the gauge will change to normal dealer. operation. If the buzzer sounds and the water...

  • Page 47: Overheat Alert

    In such an event, stop the engine decrease to about 2000 r/min. immediately and see page 94 of this manual to drain the water from the fuel filter. Get back to the port soon and consult a Yamaha dealer immediately. ZMU05421 ZMU05423...

  • Page 48: Low Battery Voltage-Alert

    In such an event, the engine will not oper- The speed & fuel meter unit shows the boat ate properly. Consult a Yamaha dealer im- speed and has the functions of fuel meter, to- mediately. tal fuel consumption display, fuel economy...

  • Page 49: 6Y8 Multifunction Speedometers

    Instruments and indicators The speed & fuel meter unit is available in round or square types. Check your speed & fuel meter unit type for operation information. After the main switch is first turned on, all the displays come on as a test. After a few sec- onds, the gauge will change to normal oper- ation.

  • Page 50: 6Y8 Multifunction Fuel Management Meters

    Instruments and indicators display, and clock will also be available. For buttons as described in this section. For the optional sensors, consult your Yamaha more information, see the operation manual dealer. originally supplied with the meter. After the main switch is first turned on, all the After the main switch is first turned on, all the displays come on as a test.

  • Page 51: Engine Control System

    NOTICE START START Do not continue to operate the engine if a alert device has activated. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. EMU26828 ZMU05827 Overheat alert This engine has the overheat alert device. If...
  • Page 52 Check the oil level and add oil as needed. If the oil level is correct and the alert device does not switch off, consult your Yamaha dealer. Twin engine drive users: If the low oil pressure alert system of one en- gine activates, both engines will slow down and the buzzer will sound.

  • Page 53: Installation

    (drag) will increase, tant from the centerline. Consult your thereby reducing engine efficiency and per- Yamaha dealer or boat manufacturer for fur- formance. ther information on determining the proper Most commonly, outboard motor should be mounting location.
  • Page 54 Installation optimum mounting height. Consult your Yamaha dealer or boat manufacturer for fur- ther information on determining the proper mounting height. ZMU01762 ECM01635 NOTICE  Make sure that the idle hole is high enough to prevent water from entering the engine even if the boat is stationary with the maximum load.

  • Page 55: Operation

    Operation EMU36382 EMU27086 First-time operation Procedure for 4-stroke models Your new engine requires a period of 10 EMU36393 Fill engine oil hours break-in to allow mating surfaces of The engine is shipped from the factory with- moving parts to wear in evenly. out engine oil.

  • Page 56: Fuel Level

    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 ZMU06106 Yamaha dealer. ZMU06108 ZMU07545...

  • Page 57: Controls

    Inspect the engine shut-off cord and clip for Consult your Yamaha dealer if the oil lev- damage, such as cuts, breaks, and wear. el is not at the proper level or if it appears milky or dirty.

  • Page 58: Install Cowling

    ZMU06133 After installing, check the fitting of the top cowling by pushing it with both hands. If the top cowling is loose, have it repaired by your ZMU06164 Yamaha dealer. 1. Fitting 2. Flushing device EMU36942 Install cowling Be sure that all cowling lock levers are released.

  • Page 59: Checking Power Trim And Tilt System

    Operation EMU42561 Checking power trim and tilt system EWM01931 WARNING  Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted, even when the tilt support lever is locked. Severe injury could occur if the outboard motor accidentally falls.  Body parts can be crushed between the motor and the clamp bracket when the motor is trimmed or tilted.

  • Page 60: Battery

    Operation Tilt the outboard motor down. Check If you use a portable container to store that the tilt rod and trim rods operate and dispense fuel, only use a locally ap- smoothly. proved GASOLINE container. EMU36583 Touch the fuel nozzle to the filler opening Battery or funnel to help prevent electrostatic Check that the battery is in good condition,...

  • Page 61: Sending Fuel

    Operation  Avoid accidentally pulling the cord dur- EMU31814 Sending fuel ing normal operation. Loss of engine If there is a fuel joint or a fuel valve on the power means the loss of most steering boat, firmly connect the fuel line to the control.

  • Page 62: Checks After Starting Engine

    Operation START START START ZMU05828 ZMU05830 Turn the main switch to “ ” (on). Immediately after the engine starts, re- lease the main switch to return it to “ ” (on). NOTICE: Never turn the main switch to “ ” (start) while the en- gine is running.

  • Page 63: Warming Up Engine

    EMU40461 Stop switches or the cooling water pilot hole is blocked. Perform the following procedure to check Consult your Yamaha dealer if the prob- that the main switch and engine shut-off lem cannot be located and corrected. switch operate properly.

  • Page 64: Stopping Boat

    Operation EMU31743 Stopping boat EWM01511 WARNING  Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the boat as it could cause you to lose control, be ejected, or im- pact the steering wheel or other parts of the boat.

  • Page 65: Trimming Outboard Motor

    Operation ZMU05833 Remove the key if the boat will be left un- 1. Trim operating angle attended. EMU27889 Adjusting trim angle (Power trim and TIP: tilt) The engine can also be stopped by pulling EWM00754 the cord and removing the clip from the en- WARNING gine shut-off switch, then turning the main ...

  • Page 66: Adjusting Boat Trim

    Operation ZMU04193 1. Power trim and tilt switch Bow Up Too much trim-out puts the bow of the boat too high in the water. Performance and econ- omy are decreased because the hull of the boat is pushing the water and there is more air drag.

  • Page 67: Tilting Up And Down

    Operation  To prevent the cooling water passages from becoming frozen when the ambi- ent temperature is 5°C (41°F) or below, tilt the outboard motor up after it has been stopped 30 seconds or more. EMU42683 Procedure for tilting up Place the remote control lever in neutral.
  • Page 68 Operation Pull the tilt support lever toward you to support the engine. WARNING! After tilting the outboard motor, be sure to support it with the tilt support knob or tilt support lever. Otherwise the out- board motor could fall back down suddenly if oil in the power trim and tilt unit or in the power tilt unit loses pres- NOTICE: Do not use the...

  • Page 69: Procedure For Tilting Down

    Operation EMU42702 Procedure for tilting down Push the power trim and tilt switch “ ” (up) until the outboard motor is support- ed by the tilt rod and the tilt support lever becomes free. Release the tilt support lever. EMU28063 Shallow water EMU32872 Power trim and tilt models...

  • Page 70: Operating In Other Conditions

    Operation Slightly tilt the outboard motor up to the sult your dealer if normal water flow can not desired position using the power trim be restored by cleaning the cooling water in- and tilt switch. WARNING! Using the let covers or flushing with fresh water. power trim and tilt switch on the bot- tom cowling while the boat is moving or engine is on could increase the risk...

  • Page 71: Maintenance

    TIP: Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. When trailering The last time you use your Yamaha outboard the boat, close the fuel valve to prevent fuel motor before storing it for a prolonged peri- from leaking.

  • Page 72: Conditioning And Stabilizing Gasoline

    Plus” eliminates the need to drain the fuel stability and corrosion protection. fuel system. Consult your Yamaha dealer or TIP: other qualified mechanic if the fuel system is Do not fill the fuel tank(s) to the point of over- to be drained instead.

  • Page 73: Lubrication

    Seal replacement should be performed damage due to rust. Perform the flushing by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to fogging same time. use.

  • Page 74: Flushing Power Unit

     When flushing the engine with the boat in the water, tilting up the outboard motor un- til it is completely out of the water will achieve better results.  F200, LF200, F225: For cooling system flushing instructions, see page 65. EMU44342 Cleaning the outboard motor When cleaning the outboard motor, the top cowling must be installed.

  • Page 75: Checking Painted Surface Of Outboard Motor

    Yamaha dealer. For North America: EMU44950 Periodic maintenance A service manual is available for purchase through your Yamaha dealer for owners who EWM01872 WARNING have the mechanical skills, tools, and other equipment necessary to perform mainte- These procedures require mechanical nance not covered by this owner’s manual.

  • Page 76: Maintenance Chart 1

     When operating in salt water, muddy, other turbid (cloudy), acidic water, the engine should be flushed with clean water after each use. The “ ” symbol indicates the check-ups which you may carry out yourself. The “ ” symbol indicates work to be carried out by your Yamaha dealer. Initial Every...
  • Page 77 Maintenance Initial Every 20 hours Item Actions Page 100 hours 300 hours 500 hours (1 year) (3 years) (5 years) months) Engine starting Inspection condition/noise Engine idle Inspection speed/noise Engine oil Replacement Engine oil filter Replacement — (cartridge) Inspection or re- Fuel filter (can be placement as nec- disassembled)
  • Page 78 Wire harness con- Inspection or re- nections/wire cou- placement as nec- — pler connections essary (Yamaha) Me- Inspection — ter/gauge EMU46060 *1 cylinder head *2 cylinder head, thermostat cover, exhaust cover, cooling water passage cover, Rectifier Regulator cover...

  • Page 79: Maintenance Chart 2

    Maintenance EMU46080 Maintenance chart 2 Every Item Actions Page 1000 hours Inspection or re- Exhaust guide/ex- placement as nec- — haust manifold essary Timing belt Replacement —...

  • Page 80: Greasing

    Maintenance EMU41302 Greasing Yamalube Marine Grease F200A, LF200A, F225A ZMU02138...
  • Page 81 Maintenance F250A, LF250A ZMU05149...

  • Page 82: Cleaning And Adjusting Spark Plug

    Do not attempt to diagnose any problems yourself. Instead, take the outboard motor to a 1. Bolt Yamaha dealer. You should periodically re- 2. Ignition coil move and inspect the spark plug because Remove the spark plug. If electrode ero-...

  • Page 83: Inspecting Idle Speed

    When you are installing a new spark the idle speed, or the idle speed requires plug, a good estimate of the correct torque is adjustment, consult a Yamaha dealer or 1/2 to 2/3 turn past finger-tight. other qualified mechanic.
  • Page 84 If you are not familiar with the proce- dure for changing the engine oil, consult your Yamaha dealer. Changing the engine oil using an oil changer (recommended) Put the outboard motor in an upright po- sition (not tilted).
  • Page 85 TIP: 4.7 L (4.97 US qt, 4.14 Imp.qt)  For more information on the disposal of used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer. Leave the outboard motor for 5-10 min-  Change the oil more often when operating utes. the engine under adverse conditions such Remove oil dipstick and wipe it clean.
  • Page 86 Maintenance ZMU02145 1. Oil filler cap 1. Drain screw 2. Gasket Remove the bolts to remove the apron from the starboard side. TIP: If the oil does not drain easily, change the tilt angle or turn the outboard motor to port and starboard to drain the oil.

  • Page 87: Inspecting Wiring And Connectors

     For more information on the disposal of 11. Insert the dipstick and remove it again. used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer. Be sure to completely insert the dipstick  Change the oil more often when operating into the dipstick guide, otherwise the oil the engine under adverse conditions such level measurement will be incorrect.

  • Page 88: Checking Propeller

    Maintenance Checkpoints  Check each of the propeller blades for ero- sion from cavitation or ventilation, or other damage.  Check the propeller shaft for damage.  Check the splines for wear or damage.  Check for fish line tangled around the pro- peller shaft.

  • Page 89: Installing Propeller

    Maintenance stalling the propeller. Otherwise, the lower case and propeller boss could be damaged. [ECM01882] Install the spacer, washer, and propeller nut. Tighten the propeller nut to the specified torque. ZMU07269 1. Cotter pin 2. Propeller nut 3. Washer 4. Spacer 5.

  • Page 90: Changing Gear Oil

    [ECM00714] sible. TIP: Place a suitable container under the gear For disposal of used oil, consult your Yamaha case. dealer. Remove the gear oil drain screw and gasket. NOTICE: If there is an exces- Put the outboard motor in a vertical posi- tion.
  • Page 91 Tightening torque: can indicate lower unit problem. Con- 9 Nm (0.92 kgf-m, 6.6 ft-lb) sult your Yamaha dealer. [ECM01901] Put a new gasket on the gear oil drain screw. Insert and tighten the gear oil drain screw.
  • Page 92 [ECM00714] screw. Insert and tighten the gear oil TIP: drain screw. For disposal of used oil, consult your Yamaha Tightening torque: dealer. 9 Nm (0.92 kgf-m, 6.6 ft-lb) Put the outboard motor in a vertical posi- tion. Using a flexible or pressurized filling device, inject the gear oil into the gear oil drain screw hole.

  • Page 93: Inspecting And Replacing Anode(S)

    Tightening torque: 2.0 Nm (0.20 kgf-m, 1.5 ft-lb) EMU29318 Inspecting and replacing anode(s) Yamaha outboard motors are protected from corrosion by sacrificial anodes. Inspect the external anodes periodically. Remove scales from the surfaces of the anodes. Consult a Yamaha dealer for replacement of external anodes.

  • Page 94: Connecting The Battery

    Connecting an accessory battery (optional) connections can produce shorting or If connecting an accessory battery, consult arcing and cause an explosion. [EWM01913] your Yamaha dealer about correct wiring. For EMU35496 Connecting the battery the fuse size, see ABYC (E-11). EWM00573...

  • Page 95: Disconnecting The Battery

    Maintenance Single engine Twin engines ZMU05939 ZMU05941 1. Isolator leads with circuit protection 1. Starboard side engine 2. Red cable 2. Port side engine 3. Black cable 3. Red cable 4. Fuse 4. Black cable 5. Battery for accessories 5. Isolator leads with circuit protection 6.
  • Page 96 Maintenance Clean, maintain, and store the battery according to the manufacturer’s instruc- tions.

  • Page 97: Trouble Recovery

    Q. Has fuel pump malfunctioned? If your outboard motor requires repair, bring A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. it to your Yamaha dealer. If the engine trouble-alert indicator is flashing, Q. Are spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect consult your Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 98 Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale? A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel. Q. Is carburetor clogged? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Is fuel filter clogged? A. Clean or replace filter. Q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect? A.
  • Page 99 Trouble Recovery A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Are weeds or other foreign matter tangled on gear housing? Q. Is load on boat improperly distributed? A. Remove foreign matter and clean lower A. Distribute load to place boat on an even unit.

  • Page 100: Temporary Action In Emergency

    A. Tighten bolt. Have a Yamaha dealer check the out- board motor before operating it again. Q. Is steering pivot loose or damaged? A. Tighten or have serviced by a Yamaha EMU29454 Running single engine (twin engines) dealer. When using only one engine in an emergen- cy, be sure to keep the unused one tilted up and operate the other engine at low speed.

  • Page 101: Replacing Fuse

    This could cause electric system damage and a fire hazard. 1. Electric throttle valve / ECM (Electronic con- Consult your Yamaha dealer if the new fuse trol module) fuse (10 A) 2. Ignition coil / Fuel injector / Variable cam- immediately blows again.

  • Page 102: Power Trim And Tilt Will Not Operate

    Trouble Recovery EMU37572 7. Engine main fuse (60 A) Water separator-alert indicator blinks 8. Isolator fuse (60 A) while cruising EWM01501 WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable, and its va- pors are flammable and explosive.  Do not perform this procedure on a hot or running engine.
  • Page 103 Trouble Recovery ZMU07550 1. Filter cup 2. Water detection switch lead Drain the water in the filter cup by soak- ing it up with a rag. Firmly screw the filter cup onto the filter housing. NOTICE: Be careful not to twist the water detection switch lead when screwing the filter cup onto the filter housing.

  • Page 104: Treatment Of Submerged Motor

    EMU33502 Treatment of submerged motor If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- ately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immedi- ately. NOTICE: Do not attempt to run the outboard motor until it has been com- pletely inspected.

  • Page 105: Consumer Information (For North America)

    Owner’s Manual. The owner of the outboard motor shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha Outboard Motor Dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten (10) days of discovery and make the motor available at that time for inspection and repairs at the dealer’s place of business.
  • Page 106 TRANSFER OF WARRANTY Transfer of the warranty from the original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser is possible by having the motor inspected by an authorized Yamaha Outboard Motor Dealer and requesting the dealer to submit a change of registration to Yamaha within ten (10) days of the transfer.

  • Page 107: Important Warranty Information If You Use Your Yamaha Outside The U.s.a. Or Canada

    He will be able to contact Yamaha on your behalf to see if any refund can be provided.

  • Page 108: Index

    Flushing device....... 31, 51 Flushing power unit ......68 Flushing with the flushing attachment Carbon monoxide ........2 (F200, LF200, F225)......66 Checks after engine warm up....57 Free accelerator........26 Checks after starting engine....56 Fuel consumption meter....... 37 Checks before starting engine....
  • Page 109 INDEX Fuel level-alert indicator ....... 36 Muddy or acidic water ......20 Fuel management meter....... 36 Fuel requirements......... 18 Fuel system .......... 50 Operating engine ........54 Fuse, replacing ........95 Operating in salt water or other conditions........... 64 Outboard motor disposal Gasoline..........
  • Page 110 INDEX Rotating parts ......... 1 Warranty information (use outside the Rules when encountering vessels ..5 U.S.A. or Canada)......101 Warranty, limited........99 Water separator alert ......41 Water separator-alert indicator..... 39 Sending fuel.......... 55 Water separator-alert indicator blinks Shallow water ........63 while cruising........
  • Page 111 — right out of the box. Yamalube — Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils, lubricants, and care products. They’re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know: the Yamaha engineering teams that know your Yamaha from the inside out.
  • Page 112 Printed in Japan January 2015–0.6 × 1 CR Printed on recycled paper...

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