Counter Rotation Models; Start-In-Gear Protection; Engine Oil Requirements - Yamaha LF225 Owner's Manual

Specifications and requirements
For further information, consult your Yamaha
dealer.
To check the propeller, see page 93.
1. Propeller pitch in inches
2. Type of propeller (propeller mark)
3. Propeller diameter in inches
1. Propeller diameter in inches
2. Propeller pitch in inches
3. Type of propeller (propeller mark)
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Counter rotation models

Standard outboard motors rotate clockwise.
Counter rotation models rotate counterclock-
wise and are typically used in multiple motor
setups.
On counter rotation models, be sure to use a
propeller intended for counterclockwise rota-
tion. These propellers are identified with the
letter "L" after the size indication on the pro-
peller. WARNING! Never use a standard
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1 2
3
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1 2 3
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propeller with a counter rotation motor,
or a counter rotation propeller with a
standard motor. Otherwise the boat could
go in the direction opposite of that ex-
pected (for example, reverse instead of
forward), which could lead to an accident.
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For instructions on propeller removal and in-
stallation, see page 94.
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Start-in-gear protection

Yamaha outboard motors or Yamaha-ap-
proved digital electronic control units are
equipped with start-in-gear protection de-
vice(s). This feature permits the engine to be
started only when it is in neutral. Always se-
lect neutral before starting the engine.
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Engine oil requirements

Select an oil grade according to the average
temperatures in the area where the outboard
motor will be used.