Controls; Stop Switches; Engine; Checking The Engine Oil Level - Yamaha F100D Owner's Manual

Operation
Be sure the fuel tank is positioned on a se-
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cure, flat surface, and that the fuel line is not
twisted or flattened, or likely to contact
sharp objects (if equipped Yamaha fuel
tank or boat tank).
Check the water in the fuel filter with the wa-
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ter separator warning device. Place the re-
mote control lever / gear shift lever in
neutral and turn the main switch to
" "(on). If the buzzer sounds and the wa-
ter separator-warning indicator blinks, con-
sult your Yamaha dealer immediately.
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Controls

Check throttle, shift, and steering for proper
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operation before starting the engine.
The controls should work smoothly, without
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binding or unusual free play.
Look for loose or damaged connections.
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Stop switches

Confirm that turning the main switch to the
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" " (off) position stops the engine.
Confirm that removing the clip from the en-
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gine shut-off switch stops the engine.
Confirm that the engine cannot be started
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with the clip removed from the engine shut-
off switch.
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Engine

Check the engine and engine mounting.
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Look for loose or damaged fasteners.
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Check the propeller for damage.
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Check that the battery is in good condition
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and the battery connections are secure.
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Checking the engine oil level

1. Put the outboard motor in an upright po-
sition (not tilted).
2. Remove oil dipstick and wipe it clean.
3. Completely insert the dipstick and re-
move it again.
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4. Check the oil level using the dipstick to be
sure the level falls between the upper and
lower marks. Fill with oil if it is below the
lower mark, or drain to the specified level
if it is above the upper mark.
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1. Oil dipstick
1. Lower level mark
2. Oil dipstick
3. Upper level mark
NOTE:
Be sure to completely insert the dipstick into
the dipstick guide.
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Filling fuel

EWM00060
WARNING
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-
mable and explosive. Keep away from
sparks, cigarettes, flames, or other sourc-
es of ignition.
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