Remote Control Requirements; Battery Requirements; Specifications Of Battery; Mounting Battery - Yamaha F50 Owner's Manual

tions such as poor handling, loss of
control, or fire hazards.
Because the motor is very heavy, spe-
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cial equipment and training is required
to mount it safely.
Your dealer or other person experienced in
proper rigging should mount the motor using
correct equipment and complete rigging in-
structions. For further information, see page
52.
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Remote control requirements

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WARNING
If the engine starts in gear, the boat can

move suddenly and unexpectedly, pos-
sibly causing a collision or throwing
passengers overboard.
If the engine ever starts in gear, the
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start-in-gear protection device is not
working correctly and you should dis-
continue using the outboard. Contact
your Yamaha dealer.
The remote control unit must be equipped
with a start-in-gear protection device(s). This
device prevents the engine from starting un-
less it is in neutral.
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Battery requirements

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Specifications of Battery

Use a fully charged battery that meets the
following specifications. The engine cannot
be started if battery voltage is too low.
Specifications and requirements
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NOTICE
Do not use a battery that does not meet
the specified capacity. If a battery that
does not meet specifications is used, the
electric system could perform poorly or
be overloaded, causing electric system
damage.
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Mounting battery

Mount the battery holder securely in a dry,
well-ventilated, vibration-free location in the
boat. WARNING! Do not put flammable
items, or loose heavy or metal objects in
the same compartment as the battery.
Fire, explosion or sparks could result.
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Multiple batteries

To connect multiple batteries, such as for
multiple engine configurations or for an ac-
cessory battery, consult your Yamaha dealer
about battery selection and correct wiring.
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Next to selecting an outboard motor, select-
ing the right propeller is one of the most im-
portant purchasing decisions a boater can
make. The type, size, and design of your pro-
peller have a direct impact on acceleration,
top speed, fuel economy, and even engine
life. Yamaha designs and manufactures pro-
Minimum cold cranking amps
(CCA/SAE):
380 A
Minimum marine cranking amps
(MCA/ABYC):
502 A
Minimum reserve capacity (RC/SAE):
124 minutes

Propeller selection

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