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VF115 OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this LIT-18626-13-69 outboard motor. 6FN-28199-36-E0...
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WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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EWM00782 If you purchased this outboard motor used, 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.
Components ........24 Other special situations...... 7 Components diagram ....24 Optional items ........26 General information ......10 Yamaha Security System Identification numbers record ..10 (Y-COP/Optional) ......26 Outboard motor serial number..10 Remote control box......27 Key number ........10 Remote control lever ......
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Table of contents Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) and Breaking in engine......46 clip ..........29 Getting to know your boat ....46 Main switch ........30 Checks before starting engine..47 Power trim and tilt switch on remote Fuel level .......... 47 control...........
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Flushing cooling water passage..66 IMPORTANT WARRANTY Cleaning the outboard motor ... 66 INFORMATION IF YOU USE Checking painted surface of YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE THE outboard motor......67 U.S.A. OR CANADA....93 Periodic maintenance ....67 Replacement parts ......67 INDEX ..........
Safety information EMU33623 EMU33662 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 trimmed or tilted. Keep body parts out of this EMU36502 Propeller area at all times.
Have an approved PFD on board for every Gasoline exposure and spills Take care not to spill gasoline. If gasoline occupant. Yamaha recommends that you spills, wipe it up immediately with dry rags. must wear a PFD whenever boating. At a Dispose of rags properly.
Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that speed and have a Yamaha dealer inspect the make it hard for others to avoid you or un- outboard motor. derstand where you are going.
Safety information EMU44173 Boat education and training For U.S.A. Operators should take a boating safety course. This may be required in your state. Many of the organizations listed in the next section can provide information about cours- es in your area. You may also want to consider an Internet- based program for basic boater education.
Safety information United States Power Squadrons EMU33881 Passenger training 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) Make sure at least one other passenger is https://www.usps.org/ trained to operate the boat in the event of an emergency. Boat Owners Association of The United States EMU33891 Boating safety publications 1-800-336-BOAT (1-800-336-2628) Be informed about boating safety.
Safety information In New Zealand should slow down or change directions brief- NZ Marine Industry Association ly and pass behind the other vessel. You https://www.nzmarine.com/ should always move in such a way that the operator of the other vessel can see what you EMU33692 are doing.
Safety information Meeting Overtaking If you are meeting another power vessel If you are passing another vessel, you are the head-on, and are close enough to run the risk “Give-Way” vessel. This means that the other of collision, neither of you has the right-of- vessel is expected to maintain its course and way.
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Safety information Fishing vessel right-of-way Many bodies of water used by boaters are All vessels that are fishing with nets, lines or entirely within the boundaries of a particular trawls are considered to be “fishing vessels” state. The Uniform State Waterway Marking under the International Rules.
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. ZMU01694 1.
General information 1. Compliance mark label location 1. CE marking location Regulatory Compliance Mark (RCM) Engines affixed with this mark conform to certain portion(s) of the Australian Radio Communications Act. 0026 1521 6EE-43394-90 CE marking Outboard motors affixed with this “CE” mark- ZMU08190 conform with...
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. EMU33836 Warning labels If these labels are damaged or missing, contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements.
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General information 6EE-H1994-40 6EE-G2794-40 6EE-H1994-50 6EE-G2794-50 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 EMU33851 Other labels...
ZMU05664 Yamaha will not disclose this data to a third Hazard caused by continuous rotation party except in the following cases. In addi- tion, Yamaha may provide engine data to a contractor in order to outsource services re- lated to the handling of the engine data.
Specifications and requirements Spark plug (NGK): EMU40501 Specifications LKR6E TIP: Spark plug gap: “(SUS)” indicates that the specification is for 0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in) the outboard motor when it is equipped with Steering system: a stainless steel propeller. Remote steering Starting system: EMU48360 Electric starter...
Gear oil quantity: continue using the outboard. Contact 0.760 L (0.803 US qt, 0.669 Imp.qt) your Yamaha dealer. EMU33556 Installation requirements The remote control unit must be equipped with a start-in-gear protection device(s). This...
Yamaha outboard motor and Battery rating (20HR/IEC): every application. 70 Ah Your Yamaha dealer can help you select the right propeller for your boating needs. Select ECM01064 a propeller that will allow the engine to reach the middle or upper half of the operating ...
Specifications and requirements Yamaha recommends “Ventless Design For Recommended engine oil: new 4-stroke VMAX SHO” for your propeller. YAMALUBE 4M FC-W or 4-stroke For further information, consult your Yamaha outboard motor oil Recommended engine oil grade 1: dealer. SAE 10W-30/10W-40/5W-30 To check the propeller, see page 78.
However, if gasoline with Ethanol is the line, such as a gasoline that is advertised as only fuel available in your area, your Yamaha Top Tier Detergent Gasoline. (North America outboard motor is calibrated to run properly...
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 the gasoline in a layer at the bottom of the Yamalube gasoline additives to reduce inter- fuel tank.
Anti-fouling paints specifically formulated for dealer about discarding the outboard motor. use on aluminum may be applied to the out- EMU36353 board motor. The original Yamaha paint sur- Emergency equipment face may be scuffed lightly before applying Keep the following items onboard in case anti-fouling paint, but do not remove the orig- there is trouble with the outboard motor.
DISPLACEMENT : liters MAX POWER : kW EPA/CA FEL : HC+NOx g/kW-h EPA CERTIFIED EVAP COMPONENTS : ZMU01702 YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD. ZMU06894 EMU40341 Two Stars—Very Low Emission The two-star label identifies engines that EMU25275 Star labels meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal...
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Specifications and requirements EMU40351 Three Stars—Ultra Low Emission The three-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003-2008 ex- haust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 65% lower emissions than One Star-Low-Emission engines.
Components EMU46722 Components diagram TIP: * May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models (order from dealer). 1. Top cowling 2. Cowling lock lever 3. Power trim and tilt unit 4. Clamp bracket 5.
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Components 1. Oil filler cap 2. Cowling lock lever 3. Fuel filter 4. Cooling water pilot hole 5. Drain screw 6. Gear oil drain screw 7. Cooling water inlet 8. Oil level plug 9. Oil dipstick...
Components EMU46733 Optional items The following items are available from your Yamaha dealer. For details, consult your Yamaha dealer. YAMAHA SPEED Km/h knot mile TRIP TIME BATT MODE MODE mode EMU46753 1. Remote control box (side mount type) Yamaha Security System (Y-COP/Op- 2.
The Yamaha Security System, which pro- tects against theft, consists of the receiver and key fobs. The Yamaha Security System is available from your Yamaha dealer. For de- tails, consult your Yamaha dealer. 1. Power trim and tilt switch 2. Remote control lever 3.
Components EMU26234 6. Fully open Free accelerator To open the throttle without shifting into ei- ther forward or reverse, push the free accel- 35° 35° erator button and move the remote control lever. 35° 1. Neutral “ ” 2. Forward “ ” 3.
Components matically to its set position. The remote control will then engage forward and re- verse normally. EMU40606 Throttle friction adjuster The throttle friction adjuster can be used to adjust the resistance to movement of the re- mote control lever, and can be set according to operator preference.
Components means the loss of most steering control. With the main switch in the “ ” (on) position, Also, without engine power, the boat the electrical circuits are on, and the key can- could slow rapidly. This could cause peo- not be removed.
EMU46741 Tiller handle operation This outboard motor can also be operated using a tiller handle. For details about the tiller handle, consult your Yamaha dealer. 1. Power trim and tilt switch EMU26156 Power trim and tilt switch on bottom cowling The power trim and tilt switch is located on the side of the bottom cowling.
Components The trim tab should be adjusted so that the EMU26342 Tilt support lever for power trim and steering control can be turned to either the tilt model right or left by applying the same amount of To keep the outboard motor in the tilted up force.
Consult your using a garden hose and tap water. For in- dealer for information about Yamaha 10-mi- structions on using the flushing device, see cron fuel filters if your boat does not have page 66.
Instruments and indicators EMU41391 Digital tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed and 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. ZMU01740 EMU26652 Hour meter This meter shows the number of hours the...
Use the Digital speedometer oil dipstick to check the oil level. For fur- This gauge shows the boat speed and other ther information, see page 48. information. YAMAHA SPEED km/h knot mile TRIP TIME...
“ ” (clock) the gauge will give false readings. Consult mode. your Yamaha dealer on how to correctly set (2) Push the “ ” (set) button. The hour dis- the selector switch. NOTICE: Running out of play will begin blinking.
Get back to the port soon if an alert device mode has activated. For charging the battery, con- ZMU07004 sult your Yamaha dealer. The clock operates on battery power. Dis- connecting the battery will stop the clock. YAMAHA Reset the clock after connecting the battery.
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3. Multifunction display alert indicators. Indicators 6Y8 Multifunction speed & fuel meter MODE ZMU08411 ZMU08409 1. Yamaha Security System indicator (optional) 1. Set button 2. Water separator-alert indicator 2. Mode button 3. Engine trouble-alert indicator 4. Battery voltage indicator 5. Overheat-alert indicator...
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Yamaha Security System indicator (op- Gasoline mixed with water could cause tional) damage to the engine. This indicator appears, when the Yamaha Se- curity System is in lock mode. Engine trouble-alert indicator Lock mode If the engine malfunctions while cruising, the engine trouble-alert indicator will start to blink.
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Instruments and indicators Get back to the port soon if the low battery voltage alert device has activated. For charg- ing the battery, consult your Yamaha dealer. Overheat-alert indicator If the engine temperature rises too high while cruising, the overheat-alert indicator will start to blink, and the engine speed will automati- cally decrease to about 2000–3500 r/min.
EMU26806 Alert system ECM00093 Do not continue to operate the engine if an alert device has activated. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. EMU43754 ZMU07012 Overheat alert This engine has an overheat-alert device. If...
The water separator-alert indicator will come on or blink. ZMU07012 If the alert system has activated, stop the en- gine and check the fuel filter. If any water is found in the fuel, consult a Yamaha dealer.
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Engine control system ECM02341 Although the buzzer will stop when the en- gine is started and the remote control le- ver is moved to the forward or reverse position, do not use the outboard motor. Otherwise, serious engine damage could occur.
Consult your Yamaha dealer or boat ty plate of the boat. If the boat does not manufacturer for further information on deter- have a capacity plate, consult the boat mining the proper mounting height.
Operation life. NOTICE: Failure to follow the break-in EMU36382 First-time operation procedure could result in reduced engine life or even severe engine damage. [ECM00802] EMU36393 EMU27086 Fill engine oil Procedure for 4-stroke models The engine is shipped from the factory with- Your new engine requires a period of 10 out engine oil.
Operation EMU36414 Checks before starting engine EWM01922 If any item in “Checks before starting en- gine” is not working properly, have it in- spected and repaired before operating the outboard motor. Otherwise, an accident could occur. ECM00121 1. Cowling lock lever Do not start the engine out of water.
If any water is found in the fuel, or if a damage, such as cuts, breaks, and wear. significant amount of debris is found, the fuel tank should be checked and cleaned by a Yamaha dealer. ZMU06873 1. Clip 2. Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
Operation (4) Check that the oil level on the oil dipstick is between the upper and lower marks. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the oil lev- el is not at the proper level or if it appears milky or dirty.
(5) Tilt the outboard motor down. Check that the trim and tilt rod operates smoothly. EMU36585 Battery ZMU07760 Check the battery’s charge. If your boat is equipped with a Yamaha digital speedome- ter, the voltmeter and low battery alert func-...
(8) Tighten the fuel tank cap securely. If the battery needs charging, consult your (9) Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediate- Yamaha dealer or the battery manufacturer’s ly with dry rags. Dispose of rags properly instructions. according to local laws or regulations.
Operation (1) Move the remote control lever to the neutral position. TIP: The start-in-gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu- tral. 1. Arrow EMU27496 Starting engine EWM01601 Before starting the engine, make sure that ZMU07034 the boat is tightly moored and that you can steer clear of any obstructions.
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Operation START ZMU04628 ZMU07032 (3) Turn the main switch to the “ ” (on) po- sition. START ZMU06928 (5) Immediately after the engine starts, re- ZMU07031 lease the main switch to return it to the ” (on) position. NOTICE: Never turn “...
[ECM02381] the lower case or the cooling water pilot EMU36532 Checks after engine warm up hole is blocked. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located EMU36542 and corrected. Shifting While the boat is tightly moored, and without...
Operation EMU31734 Shifting 35˚ 35˚ EWM00181 Before shifting, make sure there are no swimmers or obstacles in the water near you. ECM01611 ZMU07035 Warm up the engine before shifting into gear. Until the engine is warm, the idle speed may be higher than normal. High 35˚...
Operation the boat. This could increase the risk of serious injury. It could also damage the shift mechanism. Do not shift into reverse while traveling at planing speeds. Loss of control, boat swamping, or damage to the boat could occur.
Operation ZMU06932 (2) Remove the key if the boat will be left un- 1. Trim operating angle attended. EMU40422 TIP: Adjusting trim angle The engine can also be stopped by pulling EWM02472 the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) and remov- ing the clip from the engine shut-off switch, ...
Operation ZMU07038 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.
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. EMU44640 Procedure for tilting up (power trim and tilt models) (1) Place the remote control lever in neutral.
Operation 1. Power trim and tilt switch 1. Tilt support lever EMU42702 Procedure for tilting down (1) 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.
Operation 1. Power trim and tilt switch 1. Cooling water inlet EMU40712 Procedure for shallow water cruising (1) Move the remote control lever to the neutral position. 1. Power trim and tilt switch EMU28063 Shallow water ZMU07034 EMU40702 Cruising in shallow water The outboard motor can be tilted up partially to allow operation in shallow water.
Operation board and could distract the operator, Operating in water containing mud, sand, silt, debris, or vegetation increasing the risk of collision with an- Mud, sand, silt, debris, and vegetation in the other boat or an obstacle. [EWM01851] water may restrict water flow into the cooling water inlet covers or clog internal water pas- sages.
USE CARE when transporting fuel tank, It is advisable to have your outboard motor whether in a boat or car. serviced by an authorized Yamaha dealer pri- DO NOT fill fuel container to maximum or to storage. However, you, the owner, with capacity.
Plus” eliminates the need to drain the oline purging from the fuel tank vent due to fuel system. Consult your Yamaha dealer or expansion with temperature changes. other qualified mechanic if the fuel system is Do not cap the fuel tank vent.
[EWM00092] TIP: Seal replacement should be performed When using the flushing attachment, main- by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to use. tain adequate water pressure so that there (2) Lubricate all grease fittings. For further is a steady flow of water from the cooling details, see page 72.
Maintenance (2) Spray the outboard motor exterior with “Yamaha Silicone Protectant”. NOTICE: Do not spray when the engine is run- ning. Also, do not spray near the si- lencer or into the engine. Otherwise the engine could be damaged. [ECM01403] (3) Wax the cowling with a non-abrasive wax such as “Yamalube Professional...
Yamaha dealer. A service manual is available for purchase EMU44952 Periodic maintenance through your Yamaha dealer for owners who have the mechanical skills, tools, and other EWM01872 equipment necessary to perform mainte- nance not covered by this owner’s manual.
More frequent maintenance will often pay off many times over in increased engine life and greater own- er satisfaction. Consult your Yamaha dealer for additional maintenance recommenda- tions.
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...
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Maintenance Initial Every 20 hours Item Actions Page 100 hours 300 hours 500 hours (1 year) (3 years) (5 years) months) Inspection or re- Fuel filter (can be placement as nec- disassembled) essary Fuel line (High Inspection — pressure) Inspection or re- Fuel line (High placement as nec- —...
Do not attempt to diagnose any problems yourself. Instead, take the out- board motor to a Yamaha dealer. You should periodically remove and check the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode.
15. If you have difficulty verifying the idle speed, or the idle speed requires TIP: adjustment, consult a Yamaha dealer or If a torque-wrench is not available when you other qualified mechanic. are reinstalling a spark plug, a good estimate...
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If you are not familiar with the proce- dure for changing the engine oil, consult your Yamaha dealer. (1) Put the outboard motor in an upright po- sition (not tilted). NOTICE: If the out- board motor is not level, the oil level 1.
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Apply a light coat of oil to the gasket and be sure the level falls between the upper install the drain screw. and lower marks. Consult your Yamaha Drain screw tightening torque: dealer if the oil level is out of specified 27 N·m (2.7 kgf·m, 20 lb·ft)
Be sure the outboard motor is securely fastened to the transom or a stable stand. Yamaha recommends you to have a Yamaha dealer replace the engine oil filter. If you perform replacement yourself, follow 1. O-ring the procedure below. If you have any ques- (5) Turn the engine oil filter clockwise and tions, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
(6) Fill up the engine with engine oil. For fur- ther information, see page 74. EMU48060 Why Yamalube YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA Part born of the engineers’ passion and belief that engine oil is an important liquid engine com- ZMU08109 ponent.
Maintenance clip from the engine shut-off switch. Turn (2) Remove the propeller nut, washer, and off the battery cut-off switch if your boat spacer. WARNING! Do not use your has one. hand to hold the propeller when loos- ening the propeller nut. [EWM01891] Do not use your hand to hold the propeller when loosening or tightening the propeller...
Simply remove them. NOTICE: If there is an excessive quantity of metal particles on the magnetic gear oil drain screw, this can indicate lower unit problem. Con- sult your Yamaha dealer. [ECM01901] ZMU06956 1. Cotter pin...
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2. Oil level plug TIP: TIP: Apply a light coat of gear oil to the gear oil For disposal of used oil, consult your Yamaha drain screw thread and gasket before instal- dealer. lation.
Tightening torque: 7 N·m (0.7 kgf·m, 5.2 lb·ft) Inspect ground leads attached to external an- odes on equipped models. Consult a Yamaha dealer for inspection and replace- EMU29318 Inspecting and replacing anode(s) ment of internal anodes attached to the pow- Yamaha outboard motors are protected from er unit.
If the battery needs charg- ing, consult your Yamaha dealer. (3) Check the battery connections. They should be clean, secure, and covered by an insulating cover. WARNING! Bad...
If your outboard motor requires repair, bring Q. Is fuel pump malfunctioning? it to a Yamaha dealer. A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. If the engine trouble-alert indicator is blinking, consult your Yamaha dealer. Q. Are spark plugs fouled or of incorrect type? Starter will not operate.
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A. Clean or replace fuel filter. A. Inspect cooling water inlet for obstruc- tions. Q. Are ignition parts malfunctioning? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Is low oil pressure-alert indicator on or blinking? Q. Has alert system activated? A.
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Yamaha dealer. Q. Is outboard motor mounted at incorrect Q. Are electrical parts malfunctioning? height on transom? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. A. Have outboard motor adjusted to proper transom height. Q. Is specified fuel not being used? A.
Trouble Recovery Q. Are weeds or other foreign material tan- (4) Have a Yamaha dealer check the out- gled on propeller? board motor before operating it again. A. Remove and clean propeller. EMU46603 Replacing fuse Q. Are outboard motor mounting bolts loose? EWM00632 A.
Gasoline is highly flammable, and its va- pors are flammable and explosive. 1. Fuse puller Do not perform this procedure on a hot Consult your Yamaha dealer if the new fuse or running engine. Allow the engine to immediately blows again. cool.
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Trouble Recovery ZMU05441 1. Water separator-alert indicator 1. Water detection switch coupler (4) Remove the cover. ZMU06297 1. Cover (5) Remove the hose holder, and then re- move the fuel filter from its holder. ZMU07012 (1) Stop the engine. (2) Remove the top cowling. (3) Disconnect the water detection switch coupler.
3. Water detection switch lead If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- (7) Drain the water in the filter cup by soak- ately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise ing it up with a rag. some corrosion may begin almost immedi- (8) Put the O-ring on the filter cup in its orig- ately.
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.
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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.
INDEX 6Y8 Multifunction meters...... 37 Cowling lock lever......... 32 Accident reporting ........4 Digital speedometer......35 Alcohol and drugs........2 Digital tachometer ........ 34 Alert system.......... 41 Anode(s), inspecting and replacing ..82 Anti-fouling paint ........21 EC Declaration of Conformity (DoC) ..10 Approval label of emission control Electric shock .........
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INDEX Greasing ..........72 Outboard motor (painted surface), checking ..........67 Outboard motor safety ......1 Outboard motor serial number ..... 10 Hot parts..........1 Overheat alert ........41 Hour meter..........34 Overheat-alert indicator......35 Overloading ..........3 Identification numbers record....10 Idle speed, inspecting ......
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INDEX Specifications ........15 Speedometer ........35 Yamaha Security System Star labels..........22 (Y-COP/Optional)........ 26 Starting engine ........52 Yamalube..........78 Start-in-gear protection ......18 Steering and sailing rules and sound signals ..........6 Stop switches ........54 Stopping boat........56 Stopping engine ........
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