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Z300A
LZ300A
OWNER'S MANUAL
6D0-28199-71-E0

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  • Page 1 Z300A LZ300A OWNER’S MANUAL 6D0-28199-71-E0...
  • Page 2 EMU25080 Read this owner’s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor.
  • Page 3 EMU25120 Yamaha. If you have any question about the operation or maintenance of your outboard motor, please consult a Yamaha dealer. In this Owner’s Manual particularly important...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents General information ......1 Water separator warning indicator .. 16 Engine trouble warning indicator ..16 Identification numbers record..1 Trip meter ........17 Outboard motor serial number ..1 Clock ..........17 Key number........1 Fuel gauge ........17 EC label...........
  • Page 5 Table of contents Stopping engine ......33 Changing gear oil ......55 Procedure ........33 Inspecting and replacing anode(s) .. 56 Trimming outboard motor....34 Checking battery (for electric start Adjusting trim angle ......34 models) ......... 56 Adjusting boat trim ......35 Connecting the Battery....
  • Page 6: 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. 1. Key number...
  • Page 7: Safety Information

    General information are potentially hazardous boating condi- tions. Gasoline is highly flammable, and its va- pors are flammable and explosive. Handle and store gasoline carefully. Make sure there are no gas fumes or leaking fuel be- fore starting the engine. This product emits exhaust gases which contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, ZMU01696...
  • Page 8: Important Labels

    General information When a swimmer is in the water near you propeller with this engine. shift into neutral and shut off the engine. Counterclockwise propellers marked with a letter “L” after the size EMU25380 Important labels indication. EMU25392 The wrong type of propeller could Warning labels cause the boat to go in an unexpected direction, which could lead to accident.
  • Page 9: Fueling Instructions

    Yamalube 2 stroke outboard oil is strongly Take care not to spill gasoline. If gaso- recommended for your Yamaha outboard line spills, wipe it up immediately with motor. If Yamalube 2 stroke outboard oil is dry rags.
  • Page 10: Battery Specifications

    Yamaha outboard motors are fitted with pro- pellers chosen to perform well over a range of applications, but there may be uses where 1.
  • Page 11: Start-In-Gear Protection

    General information EMU25760 Start-in-gear protection Yamaha outboard motors affixed with the pictured label or Yamaha-approved remote control units are equipped with start-in-gear protection device(s). This feature permits the engine to be started only when it is in neutral. Always select neutral before starting the en- gine.
  • Page 12: Basic Components

    Basic components EMU25792 Main components NOTE: * May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all mod- els. Z300A, LZ300A YAMAHA YAMAHA FUEL MANAGEMENT SPEED SPEED Km/h knot Km/L mile TRIP TIME BATT...
  • Page 13: Remote Control Lever

    Basic components 1. Power trim and tilt switch 1. Neutral “ ” 2. Remote control lever 2. Forward “ ” 3. Neutral interlock trigger 3. Reverse “ ” 4. Neutral throttle lever 4. Shift 5. Main switch / choke switch 5.
  • Page 14: Neutral Throttle Lever

    Basic components erator button and move the remote control lever. 1. Neutral interlock trigger EMU26210 1. Fully open Neutral throttle lever 2. Fully closed To open the throttle without shifting into ei- 3. Free accelerator ther forward or reverse, put the remote con- trol lever in the neutral position and lift the NOTE: neutral throttle lever.
  • Page 15: Engine Stop Lanyard Switch

    Basic components there is too much resistance, it could be your arm or leg while operating. difficult to move throttle lever or grip, Do not attach the lanyard to clothing which could result in an accident. that could tear loose. Do not route the lanyard where it could become entan- gled, preventing it from functioning.
  • Page 16: Main Switch

    Basic components EMU26090 Main switch The main switch controls the ignition system; its operation is described below. “ ” (off) With the main switch in the “ ” (off) posi- tion, the electrical circuits are off, and the key can be removed. “...
  • Page 17: Power Trim And Tilt Switch On Bottom Engine Cowling

    Basic components ZMU01862 EMU26150 NOTE: Power trim and tilt switch on bottom For instructions on using the power trim and engine cowling tilt switch, see page 36. The power trim and tilt switch is located on EMU26161 the side of the bottom engine cowling. Press- Power trim and tilt switches (twin ing the switch “...
  • Page 18: Trim Tab With Anode

    Basic components EMU26240 Trim tab with anode The trim tab should be adjusted so that the steering control can be turned to either the right or left by applying the same amount of force. EWM00840 WARNING An improperly adjusted trim tab could cause difficult steering.
  • Page 19: Flushing Device

    Basic components EMU26490 Digital tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed and has the following functions. NOTE: All segments of the display will light momen- tarily after the main switch is turned on and will return to normal thereafter. ZMU01951 ZMU01958 1.
  • Page 20: Overheat Warning Indicator (Digital Type)

    Basic components ZMU01867 1. Speedometer 1. Oil level indicator 2. Fuel gauge EMU26581 3. Trip meter/clock/voltmeter Overheat warning indicator (digital 4. Warning indicator(s) type) NOTE: If the engine temperature rises too high, the After the main switch is first turned on, all warning indicator will start to blink.
  • Page 21: Trim Meter (Digital Type)

    Basic components Changing the display format 3. Selector switch (for fuel sensor) Pressing the “ ” (mode) button chang- EMU26620 es the display format in the following pat- Trim meter (digital type) tern: This meter shows the trim angle of your out- Total hours→Trip hours→Display off board motor.
  • Page 22: Trip Meter

    When all segments are showing, the fuel tank is full. ECM00860 NOTE: CAUTION: The trip distance is shown in kilometers or The Yamaha fuel tank sensor differs from miles depending upon the unit of measure- conventional sensors. Incorrectly setting ment selected for the speedometer.
  • Page 23: Fuel Warning Indicator

    Basic components the selector switch on the gauge will give false readings. Consult your Yamaha dealer on how to correctly set the selec- tor switch. NOTE: The fuel level reading can be affected by the position of the sensor in the fuel tank and the attitude of the boat in the water.
  • Page 24: Fuel Flow Meter

    Basic components ZMU01748 ZMU01749 Use the “ ” (set) button to rotate the fuel 1. Fuel flow meter flow display in the following order: 2. Fuel consumption meter / Fuel economy meter / Twin engine speed synchronizer Press the “ ”...
  • Page 25: Fuel Consumption Meter

    (winter or summer fuel and amount of additives). The Yamaha digital speedometer and fuel management meter calculates speed, miles traveled, and fuel economy by water movement at the stern of the boat. This...
  • Page 26: Water Separator Warning Indicator

    Warning system ECM00090 CAUTION: Do not continue to operate the engine if a warning device has activated. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem can- not be located and corrected. EMU26821 Overheat warning (twin engines) ZMU01754 This engine has an overheat warning device.
  • Page 27: Oil Level Warning And Oil Filter

    Basic components Activation of warning device The engine speed will automatically de- crease to about 2000 r/min. ZMU01871 The oil level warning indicator will light. The buzzer will sound. If the warning system has been activated, stop the engine and check for the cause. NOTE: The warning for oil filter clogging is similar to the warnings for low oil level and overheat-...
  • Page 28: Water Separator Warning

    In exceeds a specific volume, the warning de- such an event, the engine will not operate vice will activate. properly. Consult a Yamaha dealer immedi- Activation of warning device ately. The engine speed will automatically de- crease to about 2000 r/min.
  • Page 29: Operation

    Operation EMU26900 specific boat and motor combination. Installation EWM00830 ECM00110 WARNING CAUTION: Improper mounting of the outboard mo- Incorrect engine height or obstructions tor could result in hazardous conditions to smooth water flow (such as the design such as poor handling, loss of control, or or condition of the boat, or accessories fire hazards.
  • Page 30: Breaking In Engine

    Test runs at different heights can help deter- mine the optimum mounting height. Con- sult your Yamaha dealer boat manufacturer for further information on de- termining the proper mounting height. For instructions on setting the trim angle of the outboard motor, see page 34.
  • Page 31: Procedure For Hpdi Models

    Do not exceed half throttle (approxi- Check fuel line connections to be sure they mately 3000 r/min). Vary engine speed are tight (if equipped Yamaha fuel tank or occasionally. If you have an easy-plan- boat tank). ing boat, accelerate at full throttle onto...
  • Page 32: Controls

    After any air in the oil lines has been expelled, the oil injection system should supply oil normally. If no oil is flowing after 10 minutes of idling, consult your Yamaha dealer. ECM00560 CAUTION: Be sure to take the above steps when...
  • Page 33: Filling Fuel And Engine Oil

    Operation ZMU01877 Turn on the main switch. The Yamaha oil injection system will automatically feed oil from the remote oil tank to the engine oil tank. Operate the engine normally. ECM00570 CAUTION: When the engine is operated for the first...
  • Page 34: Oil Level Indicator Operation

    Operation EMU27321 Oil level indicator operation The various functions of the oil level system are as follows: EMU27381 Oil level indicator Electric start models Oil level warning Oil level warning Engine oil Remote oil indicator indicator (analog Remarks tank tank (digital tachometer) tachometer)
  • Page 35: Operating Engine

    Operation EMU27450 Operating engine EMU27480 Feeding fuel EWM00420 WARNING Before starting the engine, make sure that the boat is tightly moored and that you can steer clear of any obstructions. Be sure there are no swimmers in the water near you. EMU27490 When the air vent screw is loosened, Starting engine...
  • Page 36 Operation a secure place on your clothing, or your Turn the main switch to “ ” (on). arm or leg. Then install the lock plate on NOTE: the other end of the lanyard into the en- Dual engine users: When the main switch is gine stop switch.
  • Page 37: Warming Up Engine

    ” (on), wait whether the cooling water inlet on the 10 seconds, then crank the engine lower case or the cooling water pilot hole again. is blocked. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and cor- rected. START ZMU01881...
  • Page 38: Reverse

    Operation Pull up the neutral interlock trigger (if equipped) and move the remote control lever quickly and firmly from neutral to forward. EMU27820 Stopping engine Before stopping the engine, first let it cool off for a few minutes at idle or low speed. Stop- EMU27781 Reverse ping the engine immediately after operating...
  • Page 39: Trimming Outboard Motor

    Operation the boat begins to feel unstable or is hard to steer, slow down and/or readjust the trim angle. After stopping the engine, disconnect the fuel line or close the fuel cock if there is a fuel joint or a fuel cock on the boat. Tighten the air vent screw on the fuel tank cap (if equipped).
  • Page 40: Adjusting Boat Trim

    Operation bottom engine cowling (if equipped) To raise the bow (trim-out), press the switch only when the boat is at a complete “ ” (up). stop with the engine off. To lower the bow (trim-in), press the switch “ ” (down). Adjust the outboard motor trim angle using Make test runs with the trim set to different the power trim and tilt switch.
  • Page 41: Tilting Up And Down

    Operation boat is pushing the water and there is more motor trim angle may have little effect on the air drag. Excessive trim-out can also cause trim of the boat when operating. the propeller to ventilate, which reduces per- EMU27931 formance further, and the boat may “por- Tilting up and down poise”...
  • Page 42 Operation board motor or close the fuel cock. Press the power trim and tilt switch/ power tilt switch “ ” (up) until the out- board motor has tilted up completely. ZMU01886 EWM00260 WARNING After tilting the outboard motor, be sure to support it with the tilt support knob or tilt support lever.
  • Page 43: Procedure For Tilting Down (Power Trim And Tilt/Power Tilt Models)

    Operation EMU28051 Procedure for tilting down (power trim and tilt/power tilt models) Power trim and tilt model / power tilt model Push the power tilt / power trim and tilt switch “ ” (up) until the outboard motor is supported by the tilt rod and the tilt support lever / tilt support knob becomes free.
  • Page 44: Cruising In Other Conditions

    NOTE: For cooling system flushing instructions, see page 41. Cruising in turbid water Yamaha strongly recommends that you use the optional chromium-plated water pump kit if you use the outboard motor in turbid (mud- ZMU01935 dy) water conditions.
  • Page 45: Maintenance

    Maintenance EMU28211 Remote control Specifications Starting system: Dimension: Electric Overall length: Battery: 868 mm (34.2 in) Min. cold cranking amps (CCA/EN): Overall width: 711.0 A 568 mm (22.4 in) Min. rated capacity (20HR/IEC): Overall height X: 100.0 Ah 1830 mm (72.0 in) Alternator output for battery DC: Overall height U: 50.0 A...
  • Page 46: Transporting And Storing Outboard Motor

    Spark plug: sition using a motor support device such as 25.0 Nm (18.4 ft-lb) (2.55 kgf-m) a transom saver bar. Consult your Yamaha Propeller nut: dealer for further details. 54.0 Nm (39.8 ft-lb) (5.51 kgf-m)
  • Page 47 If the overheat warning device is activated, Before starting the engine, be sure to turn the engine off, and consult your supply water to the cooling water passag- Yamaha dealer. Run the engine at a fast idle for a few ECM00310 minutes in neutral position.
  • Page 48: Lubrication (Oil Injection Models)

    FLUID OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. ence of water which indicates a leaky seal. Seal replacement should be per- Batteries vary among manufacturers. There- formed by an authorized Yamaha dealer fore the following procedures may not al- prior to use. ways apply.
  • Page 49: Flushing Power Unit

    Maintenance of the electrolyte and recharge as re- garden hose connector on the fitting on quired to prolong battery life. the bottom cowling. Tighten the connec- tor securely. EMU28440 Flushing power unit ECM00540 Perform this procedure right after operation CAUTION: for the most thorough flushing.
  • Page 50: Checking Painted Surface Of Motor

    Be sure to turn off the engine when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified. If you or the owner is not famil- iar with machine servicing, this work should be done by your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic. EMU28510 Replacement parts...
  • Page 51: Maintenance Chart

    Refer to the sections in this chapter for explanations of each owner-specific action. 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 50 hours Item...
  • Page 52: Maintenance Chart (Additional)

    Maintenance Initial Every 50 hours Item Actions 10 hours hours (6 hours (1 (1 month) months) months) year) High pressure fuel Inspection / filling pump oil level Oil pump Inspection / adjustment Oil tank water drain Inspection / cleaning Cleaning / adjustment / Spark plug(s) replacement NOTE:...
  • Page 53: Greasing

    Maintenance EMU28940 Greasing Yamaha grease A (water resistant grease) Yamaha grease D (corrosion resistant grease; for propeller shaft) Z300A, LZ300A ZMU01939 damaged insulator could allow external EMU28950 Cleaning and adjusting spark plug sparks, which could lead to explosion or EWM00560 fire.
  • Page 54: Checking Fuel System

    Improper repairs can make the outboard unsafe to operate. Check the fuel lines for leaks, crack, or mal- ZMU01892 function. If a problem is found, your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic should re- 1. Spark plug gap pair it immediately.
  • Page 55: Inspecting Fuel Filter

    Gasoline is highly flammable, and its va- pors are flammable and explosive. If you have any question about properly doing this procedure, consult your Yamaha dealer. Do not perform this procedure on a hot or running engine. Allow the engine to cool.
  • Page 56: Inspecting Idling Speed

    If any water is found in the fuel, the parts while the engine is running. Yamaha portable fuel tank or other fuel 2-hp models: The propeller rotates tanks should be checked and cleaned.
  • Page 57: Checking Water In Engine Oil Tank

    Make sure no one is under the outboard gine oil tank. If water or foreign matter is vis- motor before performing this test. ible in this trap, consult your Yamaha dealer. Check the power trim and tilt unit for any sign of oil leaks.
  • Page 58: Checking Propeller

    Unlock the tilt sup- port lever. Tilt the outboard motor down. Check that the tilt rod and trim rods operate smoothly. NOTE: Consult your Yamaha dealer if any operation is abnormal. ZMU01897 EMU29171 Checking propeller Checkpoints...
  • Page 59: Removing The Propeller

    Remove the propeller nut, washer, and eration and be lost. spacer (if equipped). Apply Yamaha marine grease or a cor- rosion resistant grease to the propeller shaft. Install the thrust washer and propeller on the propeller shaft.
  • Page 60: Changing Gear Oil

    Never get under the lower unit while it NOTE: is tilted, even when the tilt support lever For disposal of used oil consult your Yamaha or knob is locked. Severe injury could dealer. occur if the outboard motor accidental- ly falls.
  • Page 61: Inspecting And Replacing Anode(S)

    Maintenance EMU29310 EMU29320 Inspecting and replacing anode(s) Checking battery (for electric start Yamaha outboard motors are protected from models) corrosion by sacrificial anodes. Inspect the EWM00330 WARNING external anodes periodically. Remove scales from the surfaces of the anodes. Consult a Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous;...
  • Page 62: Connecting The Battery

    NOTE: 1. Red cable Consult a Yamaha dealer when charging or 2. Black cable re-charging batteries. 3. Battery EMU29361...
  • Page 63: Disconnecting The Battery

    7. Small red lead for accessory battery charg- ing (optional part) NOTE: If a battery selector switch is desired, consult ZMU01943 your Yamaha dealer about correct wiring. EMU29370 Disconnecting the battery Disconnect the BLACK cable from the NEG- ATIVE (-) terminal first. Then disconnect the RED cable from the POSITIVE (+) terminal.
  • Page 64: 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 warning indicator is Q. Are spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect flashing, consult your Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 65 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 66 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 67: Temporary Action In Emergency

    Q. Is steering pivot loose or damaged? ECM00370 A. Tighten or have serviced by a Yamaha CAUTION: dealer. If the boat is operated with one engine in...
  • Page 68: Replacing Fuse

    Loosen the manual valve screw by turn- electric system damage and a fire hazard. ing it counterclockwise until it stops. NOTE: Consult your Yamaha dealer if the new fuse immediately blows again. ZMU01905 1. Manual valve screw Put the engine in the desired position,...
  • Page 69: Engine Fails To Operate

    Trouble Recovery EMU29670 Engine fails to operate EMU29740 Low oil level warning activates If the oil level is allowed to drop too low, the red segment will appear on the oil level indi- cator, the buzzer will sound, and engine speed will be limited to about 2000 r/min.
  • Page 70: Treatment Of Submerged Motor

    Treatment of submerged motor manually. If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- ately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immedi- ately. If you cannot immediately take the outboard...
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