a trailer or in the water, turn the key to "
(on) and check the fuel level. For fuel filling in-
structions, see page 50.
EMU36432
Remove cowling
For the following checks, remove the top
cowling from the engine. To remove the en-
gine cowling, release all the lock levers and lift
off the cowling.
EMU36442
Fuel system
EWM00060
WARNING
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-
mable and explosive. Keep away from
sparks, cigarettes, flames, or other sourc-
es of ignition.
EWM00910
WARNING
Leaking fuel can result in fire or explosion.
Check for fuel leakage regularly.
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"
If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel sys-
●
tem must be repaired by a qualified me-
chanic. Improper repairs can make the
outboard unsafe to operate.
EMU36451
Check for fuel leaks
Check for fuel leaks or gasoline fumes in
●
the boat.
Check for fuel leakage from the fuel system.
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Check the fuel tank and fuel lines for
●
cracks, swellings, or other damages.
EMU37322
Checking the fuel filter
Check that the fuel filter is clean and free of
water. If any water is found in the fuel, or if a
significant amount of debris is found, the fuel
tank should be checked and cleaned by a
Yamaha dealer.
ZMU06106
ZMU06107
EMU36902
Controls
Tiller handle models:
Move the tiller handle fully to the left and
●
right to make sure operation is smooth.
Turn the throttle grip from the fully closed to
●
the fully open position. Make sure that it
turns smoothly and that it completely re-
turns to the fully closed position.
Look for loose or damaged connections of
●
the throttle and shift cables.
Remote control models:
Operation
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