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Yamaha F4 Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
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LIT-18626-11-26
outboard motor.
6EC-F8199-33-E0

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this LIT-18626-11-26 outboard motor. 6EC-F8199-33-E0...
  • Page 2 Les gaz d’échappement du moteur de ce produit contiennent des substances chimiques connues dans l’État de Californie pour provoquer le cancer, des anomalies congénitales et des troubles de la reproduction. ZMU07696 Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating.

  • Page 3: Important Manual Information

    EWM00782 If you purchased this outboard motor used, WARNING 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Specifications and Safety information......1 requirements ........14 Outboard motor safety....1 Specifications ....... 14 Propeller ..........1 Installation requirements ....15 Rotating parts........1 Hot parts ..........1 Boat horsepower rating....15 Electric shock........1 Mounting the outboard motor ..15 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) ....
  • Page 5 Table of contents Installation ........29 Cruising in other conditions..51 Installation ........29 Mounting the outboard motor ..29 Maintenance........52 Clamping the outboard motor..31 Transporting and storing outboard motor ......... 52 Operation ......... 32 Dismounting and transporting the First-time operation.......
  • Page 6 Table of contents Treatment of submerged motor ..76 Consumer information....77 YAMAHA FOUR-STROKE OUTBOARD MOTOR THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ....... 77 IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION IF YOU USE YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE THE U.S.A. OR CANADA ....79 INDEX ..........80...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Safety information EMU33623 EMU33672 Outboard motor safety Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) Attach the engine shut-off cord so that the Observe these precautions at all times. engine stops if the operator falls overboard or EMU36502 Propeller leaves the helm. This prevents the boat from People can be injured or killed if they come in running away under power and leaving peo- contact with the propeller.

  • Page 8: Carbon Monoxide

    Overloading incorrect weight Have an approved PFD on board for every distribution can compromise the boats han- occupant. Yamaha recommends that you dling and lead to an accident, capsizing or must wear a PFD whenever boating. At a swamping.

  • Page 9: Weather

    Safety information There is loss of life or probable loss of life. There is personal injury that requires medical attention beyond first aid. There is property damage to boats or other property over a certain amount. There is complete loss of a boat. Contact local law enforcement personnel if a report is necessary.

  • Page 10: Passenger Training

    Safety information require a rental checklist be completed. Plea- Washington, D.C. 20593-0001 sure Craft Operators Cards can be obtained http://www.uscgboating.org/ following the completion of a competency course, with an on-line option. Details can be United States Power Squadrons found on Transport Canada’s website. 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) www.tc.gc.ca http://www.usps.org/...

  • Page 11: Basic Boating Rules (Rules Of The Road)

    Safety information “The general prudential rule” EMU33692 Basic boating rules (Rules of This rule is called Rule 2 in the International the road) Rules and says, Just as there are rules that apply when you “In obeying and construing these rules due are driving on streets and highways, there are regard shall be had to all dangers of naviga- waterway rules that apply when you are driv-...

  • Page 12: Other Special Situations

    Safety information Meeting Overtaking If you are meeting another power vessel head If you are passing another vessel, you are the on, and are close enough to run the risk of “Give-Way” vessel. This means that the other collision, neither of you has the right-of-way vessel is expected to maintain its course and Both of you should alter course to avoid an speed.
  • Page 13 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.
  • Page 14 Safety information ZMU01708...

  • Page 15: 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. ZMU06712 1.
  • Page 16 General information ZMU08191 1. ICES-002 Compliance Label Manufactured date The manufactured date is stamped on the la- bel for the engines that conform to the regu- lations for U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The models that manufac- tured exclusively for the Oceanian countries may not have manufactured date on the la- bel.

  • Page 17: Read Manuals And Labels

     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. ZMU08290...
  • Page 18 General information 6EE-H1994-40 6EE-H1995-40 6EE-H1994-50 6EE-H1995-50 WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. Shut off engine before refueling. Tighten tank cap and air vent valve when not in use. 6EE-G2698-60 AVERTISSEMENT 6EE-G2794-40 L’essence est extrêmement inflammable et explosive. Areter le moteur avant de taire le plein de carburant. Fermer le capuchon du réservoir et la soupape de mise à...
  • Page 19 General information Hazard caused by continuous rotation EWM02731 WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explo- sive. Shut off engine before refueling. Tighten tank cap and air vent valve when not in use. EMU35133 Symbols The following symbols mean as follows. ZMU05665 Notice/Warning Electrical hazard...

  • Page 20: Specifications And Requirements

    Specifications and requirements Ignition system: EMU38092 Specifications TIP: Spark plug (NGK): “(AL)” stated in the specification data below CR6HSB represents the numerical value for the alumi- Spark plug gap: num propeller installed. 0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in) EMU2821V Steering system: Tiller handle Dimension and weight: Starting system: Overall length:...

  • Page 21: Installation Requirements

    0.6 L (0.63 US qt, 0.53 Imp.qt) When installing a battery, the lighting coil kit Lubrication system: must be installed. For installation of the bat- Wet sump tery and lighting coil kit, consult a Yamaha Recommended gear oil: dealer. Yamalube Marine Gearcase Lube or EMU34196...

  • Page 22: Start-In-Gear Protection

    If knocking or YAMALUBE 4M FC-W or 4-stroke pinging occurs, use a different brand of gas- outboard motor oil oline or premium unleaded fuel. Yamaha rec- Recommended engine oil grade 1: ommends that you use alcohol-free gasoline SAE 10W-30/10W-40/5W-30...
  • Page 23 However, if gasoline with Ethanol is the the gasoline in a layer at the bottom of the only fuel available in your area, your Yamaha fuel tank. This ethanol and water mixture is outboard motor is calibrated to run properly...

  • Page 24: Gasoline Additives

    Gasoline Additives use on aluminum may be applied to the out- Gasoline blends change to meet automobile board motor. The original Yamaha paint sur- emission regulations and economic condi- face may be scuffed lightly before applying tions. Additives, added by gasoline distribu-...

  • Page 25: Outboard Motor Disposal Requirements

    Air Resources Board (CARB) star label.  Spare parts, such as an extra set of spark See below for a description of your particular plugs. label. Consult your Yamaha dealer for details. EMU25223 Emission control information EMU25232 This engine conforms to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations for ma- rine SI engines.
  • Page 26 Specifications and requirements EMU40331 EMU40351 One Star—Low Emission Three Stars—Ultra Low Emission The one-star label identifies engines that The three-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 exhaust emission standards.

  • Page 27: Components

    Components EMU46721 Components diagram TIP: * May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models (order from dealer). 21 19 ZMU07495 1. Top cowling 16.Fuel joint 2. Cowling lock lever 17.Fuel joint cap 3.

  • Page 28: Fuel Tank (Built-In Fuel Tank)

    Components EMU44014 Fuel tank (built-in fuel tank) This outboard motor is equipped with a built- in fuel tank and its parts are as follows. ZMU07621 1. Air vent valve 2. Pointer 3. “CLOSE” position ZMU07614 EMU43103 1. Air vent valve Fuel tank (portable fuel tank) 2.

  • Page 29: Fuel Cock

    Components 2. Fuel gauge 3. Pressure relief tab 4. Fuel tank cap 5. Air vent screw 6EE-F4591-00 Fuel joint This joint is used to connect the fuel line. Fuel gauge This gauge shows the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. ZMU06880 Pressure relief tab 1.

  • Page 30: Tiller Handle

    Components 6EE-F4591-00 ZMU06882 ZMU06864 1. Fuel cock 1. Forward position 2. Built-in fuel tank position 2. Neutral position 3. Portable fuel tank position 3. Reverse position EMU25914 EMU39701 Tiller handle Throttle grip To change direction, move the tiller handle to The throttle grip is on the tiller handle.

  • Page 31: Throttle Friction Adjuster

    Components the throttle friction adjuster. If there is too much resistance, it could be difficult to turn the throttle grip, which could result in an accident. [EWM02262] ZMU06877 1. Fully open 2. Fully closed 3. Throttle indicator 4. Notch ZMU06724 The engine start mark “...

  • Page 32: Engine Stop Button

    Components ZMU06784 ZMU06725 1. Engine shut-off switch 1. Choke knob 2. Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) EMU39724 Fuel joint cap 3. Clip The fuel joint is equipped with the fuel joint EMU26004 Engine stop button cap. WARNING! When not using a portable The engine stop button stops the engine fuel tank, make sure to install the fuel joint when the button is pushed.

  • Page 33: Steering Friction Adjuster

    Components EMU40102 Trim rod (tilt pin) The trim rod (tilt pin) is used to adjust the trim angle of the outboard motor in relation to the angle of the boat transom. ZMU06728 1. Manual starter handle EMU39253 Steering friction adjuster EWM02271 WARNING ZMU06843...

  • Page 34: Tilt Support Bar

    Components ZMU06839 ZMU06850 1. Tilt lock 1. Cowling lock lever When the gear shift lever is moved to the neu- EMU39373 tral position or forward position, the outboard Carrying handle motor can be tilted up. The carrying handle is used to carry the out- EMU39833 board motor.

  • Page 35: Installation

    If you are not able to mount the outboard motor properly, consult a Yamaha dealer. ZMU06836 Hold the carrying handle and the hand- EMU39563...
  • Page 36 Installation ZMU06834 1. Steering friction adjuster EMU39742 Mounting height To run your boat at optimum efficiency, the water resistance (drag) of the boat and out- ZMU06835 board motor must be made as little as possi- Mount the outboard motor on the center ble.

  • Page 37: Clamping The Outboard Motor

    Test runs at different heights can help de- termine the optimum mounting height. Consult your Yamaha dealer or boat man- ufacturer for further information on deter- mining the proper mounting height.  For instructions on setting the trim angle of the outboard motor, see page 46.

  • Page 38: Operation

    Operation EMU36382 EMU40061 First-time operation Procedure for 4-stroke models Your new engine requires a period of 10 EMU36393 Fill engine oil hours break-in to allow mating surfaces of The engine is shipped from the factory with- moving parts to wear in evenly. out engine oil.

  • Page 39: Fuel Level

    Operation  If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel sys- ECM00121 NOTICE tem must be repaired by a qualified me- Do not start the engine out of water. Over- chanic. Improper repairs can make the heating and serious engine damage can outboard unsafe to operate.

  • Page 40: Engine Shut-Off Cord (Lanyard)

    Operation EMU39385 Engine oil Place the outboard motor in an upright position (not tilted). NOTICE: If the mo- tor is not level, the oil level indicated on the dipstick may not be accurate. [ECM01791] Remove the top cowling. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the at- tached oil dipstick clean.

  • Page 41: Engine

    Installing top cowling Check the rubber seal for damage. If the rubber seal is damaged, have it replaced by a Yamaha dealer. Align the fuel tank cap and manual start- er handle with their respective holes in the top cowling.

  • Page 42: Filling Fuel

    Operation  If you use a portable container to store and dispense fuel, only use a locally approved GASOLINE container.  To prevent electrostatic sparks, discharge any built-up static electricity from your body before refueling. Filling fuel for built-in fuel tank Remove the fuel tank cap.
  • Page 43 Operation Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediate- ly with dry rags. Dispose of rags properly according to local laws or regulations. If you use a portable container to store and dispense fuel, only use a locally ap- proved GASOLINE container. Filling fuel for portable fuel tank (optional) Disconnect the fuel hose from the fuel joint on the fuel tank.

  • Page 44: Operating Engine

    Operation ZMU07447 ZMU07449 1. Pressure relief tab 1. Fuel tank cap 2. Fuel tank cap Turn the air vent screw clockwise to Fill the fuel tank with fuel. WARNING! Do close it. not overfill. Otherwise fuel can expand and overflow if the temperature in- creases.

  • Page 45: Sending Fuel

    Operation  This product emits exhaust gases which contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas which could cause brain damage or death when inhaled. Symp- toms include nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness. Keep cockpit and cabin ar- eas well ventilated. Avoid blocking ex- haust outlets.
  • Page 46 Operation Check the direction of the fuel hose. Make sure that the arrow of the primer pump points toward the outboard motor. ZMU07455 1. Fuel joint 2. Fuel hose ZMU07452 Wipe up any spilled gasoline immediate- 1. Toward the outboard motor ly with dry rags.

  • Page 47: Starting Engine

    Operation Move the gear shift lever to the neutral position. 1. Arrow 2. Primer pump ZMU06749 1. Neutral position EMU27495 Starting engine Attach the engine shut-off cord to a se- EWM01601 cure place on your clothing, or your arm WARNING or leg.
  • Page 48 Operation TIP: It is not necessary to use the choke when starting a warm engine, such as immediately after the outboard motor has been operated under a load. Pull the manual starter handle slowly un- til you feel resistance. Then give a strong pull straight out to crank and start the en- gine.

  • Page 49: Checks After Starting Engine

    Stop switches or the cooling water pilot hole is blocked. Perform the following procedure to check Consult your Yamaha dealer if the prob- that the engine stop button and engine shut- lem cannot be located and corrected. off switch operate properly.

  • Page 50: Stopping Boat

    Operation ECM02221 EMU39883 Stopping boat NOTICE EWM02322 Before shifting the outboard motor, turn WARNING the throttle grip to the fully closed position Do not use the reverse function to slow and let the engine speed return to idle down or stop the boat as it could cause speed.
  • Page 51 Operation 6EE-F4591-00 ZMU06871 ZMU06867 1. Engine shut-off switch 1. Closed position 2. Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) After stopping the engine, disconnect 3. Clip the fuel hose from the fuel joint on the Close the air vent valve and air vent outboard motor, and then install the fuel screw.

  • Page 52: Trimming Outboard Motor

    Operation ZMU07443 1. Fuel joint 2. Fuel hose EMU27865 Trimming outboard motor EWM00741 WARNING Excessive trim for the operating condi- tions (either trim up or trim down) can cause boat instability and can make steer- ing the boat more difficult. This increases ZMU06754 the possibility of an accident.

  • Page 53: Adjusting Boat Trim

    Operation Tilt the outboard motor up, and then re- move the trim rod from the clamp brack- Bow Up Too much trim-out puts the bow of the boat ZMU06755 too high in the water. Performance and econ- 1. Trim rod omy are decreased because the hull of the Change the position of the trim rod in di- boat is pushing the water and there is more...

  • Page 54: Tilting Up And Down

    Operation EWM02723 WARNING Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. Close the air vent valve or air vent screw and place the fuel cock in the closed position if the out- board motor will be tilted for more than a few minutes. Otherwise, fuel may leak. ECM02162 NOTICE ...

  • Page 55: Procedure For Tilting Down

    Operation sure to install the fuel joint cap. Other- wise, injury could result from striking the fuel joint accidentally. [EWM02412] ZMU06749 1. Neutral position To prevent steering movement, turn the ZMU06753 steering friction adjuster clockwise. 1. Fuel hose 2. Fuel joint cap Hold the rear of the top cowling and fully tilt the outboard motor up.

  • Page 56: Shallow Water

    Operation  When cruising in shallow water, do not operate in reverse. Reverse thrust can cause the outboard motor to lift out of the water, increasing the chance of an accident and personal injury. ECM00261 NOTICE Do not tilt the outboard motor up so that the cooling water inlet on the lower unit is ZMU06833 above the surface of the water when set-...

  • Page 57: Cruising In Other Conditions

    Operation Hold the rear of the top cowling and slightly tilt the outboard motor up until the tilt support bar automatically locks. The outboard motor can be operated in this position for shallow water cruising. The outboard motor is equipped with 3 shallow water cruising positions.

  • Page 58: Maintenance

    Consult your falls. Yamaha dealer for further details.  Do not use the tilt support bar when EMU45071 Dismounting and transporting the trailering the boat.
  • Page 59 Maintenance ZMU06753 ZMU07628 1. Air vent valve 1. Fuel hose 2. Fuel tank cap 2. Fuel joint cap Align the fuel cock with the closed posi- To prevent steering movement, turn the tion. steering friction adjuster clockwise. 6EE-F4591-00 ZMU06871 ZMU06827 1.
  • Page 60 Maintenance Hold the carrying handle and the hand- grip on the front side of the bottom cowl- ing and lift up the outboard motor using two people to dismount it from the boat. ZMU06761 To transport the outboard motor horizontally When transporting the outboard motor on its side, observe the following precautions.

  • Page 61: Storing Outboard Motor

    It is advisable to have your outboard motor serviced by an authorized Yamaha dealer pri- or to storage. However, the following proce- dures can be performed by the owner.

  • Page 62: Procedure

    Do not cap the fuel tank vent. Excessive ditioner Plus” eliminates the need to drain the pressure could damage the boat and motor’s fuel system. Consult a Yamaha dealer or oth- fuel systems. er qualified mechanic if the fuel system is to A partially filled fuel tank, less than 7/8 full but be drained instead.

  • Page 63: Lubrication

    Seal replacement should be performed WARNING! Do not touch or remove by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to electrical parts when starting or dur- use. ing operation. Keep hands, hair, and Lubricate all grease fittings. For further clothes away from the flywheel and details, see page 63.

  • Page 64: Cleaning The Outboard Motor

    Checking painted surface of outboard A service manual is available for purchase motor through your Yamaha dealer for owners who Check the outboard motor for scratches, have the mechanical skills, tools, and other nicks, or flaking paint. Areas with damaged equipment necessary to perform mainte- paint are more likely to corrode.

  • Page 65: Maintenance Interval Guidelines

    Maintenance control could endanger the operator and pas- sengers. Yamaha genuine parts and acces- sories are available from your Yamaha dealer. EMU35522 Maintenance interval guidelines The service intervals provided in the Mainte- nance Chart were developed based upon “typical” use that includes operating at varied...

  • Page 66: Maintenance Chart 1

     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...
  • Page 67 Maintenance Initial Every 20 hours Item Actions Page 100 hours 300 hours 500 hours (1 year) (3 years) (5 years) months) Fuel line Inspection — Inspection or re- Fuel line placement as nec- — essary Inspection or re- Fuel pump placement as nec- —...

  • Page 68: Maintenance Chart 2

    (5 years) months) Connector con- Inspection or re- nections/lead con- placement as nec- — nections essary Fuel tank (optional Inspection and Yamaha portable cleaning as neces- — fuel tank) sary Inspection and Fuel tank (built-in cleaning as neces- — tank) sary...

  • Page 69: Greasing

    Maintenance EMU41302 Greasing Yamalube Marine Grease ZMU06764...

  • Page 70: Cleaning And Adjusting Spark Plug

    Do not attempt to diagnose any problems yourself. Instead, take the out- board motor to a Yamaha dealer. You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode.

  • Page 71: Inspecting Idle Speed

    NOTICE replace them. For cleaning or replacement of Change the engine oil after the first 20 the fuel filters, consult a Yamaha dealer. hours of operation or 3 months, and every 100 hours or at 1-year intervals thereafter. Otherwise the engine will wear quickly.
  • Page 72 Maintenance ZMU06769 ZMU06768 1. Oil filler cap 1. Drain screw 2. Oil lubrication check window 2. Gasket TIP: TIP: The oil lubrication check window does not in- If the oil does not drain easily, change the tilt dicate the engine oil level. Use the oil lubrica- angle or turn the outboard motor to port and tion check window to make sure that the starboard to drain the oil.

  • Page 73: Checking Electrical Connectors And Electrical Leads

    YAMALUBE 4M FC-W or 4-stroke  For more information on the disposal of outboard motor oil used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer. Engine oil quantity:  Change the oil more often when operating 0.6 L (0.63 US qt, 0.53 Imp.qt) the engine under adverse conditions such as extended trolling.

  • Page 74: Removing Propeller

    Otherwise, the propeller could come off during oper- ation and be lost. Apply Yamalube Marine Grease or Yamaha grease D (corrosion resistant grease) to the propeller shaft. Install the thrust washer and propeller ZMU06777 onto the propeller shaft. NOTICE: Make 1.

  • Page 75: Changing Gear Oil

    [ECM00714] EMU39785 TIP: Changing gear oil For disposal of used oil, consult your Yamaha EWM02351 WARNING dealer. Be sure the outboard motor is securely Using a flexible or pressurized filling de- vice, inject the gear oil into the gear oil fastened to the transom or a stable stand.

  • Page 76: Inspecting And Replacing Anode (External)

    Yamaha outboard motors are protected from corrosion by sacrificial anode. Inspect the ex- ternal anode periodically. Remove scales from the surface of the anode. Consult a Yamaha dealer for replacement of the exter- nal anode. ECM00721 NOTICE Do not paint anodes, as this would render...

  • Page 77: Trouble Recovery

    This section describes the likely causes and Q. Are engine inner parts damaged? remedies for problems, such as those in the A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. fuel, compression, and ignition systems, poor starting, and loss of power. Please note that Engine idles irregularly or stalls.
  • Page 78 A. Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or Q. Is carburetor clogged? other obstructions in fuel system. A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Is fuel filter clogged? Q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect? A. Clean or replace filter.

  • Page 79: Temporary Action In Emergency

    Whether damage is found or not, return A. Have propeller repaired or replaced. to the nearest harbor slowly and careful- Q. Is propeller shaft damaged? Have a Yamaha dealer check the out- A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. board motor before operating it again. EMU39792 Starter will not operate Q.

  • Page 80: Emergency Engine Starting

    Trouble Recovery  Make sure that no one is standing be- hind you when pulling the starter rope. It could whip behind you and injure some- one.  An unguarded, rotating flywheel is very dangerous. Keep loose clothing and other objects away when starting the engine.
  • Page 81 Trouble Recovery Align the engine start mark “ ” on the throttle grip with the notch in the tiller handle. ZMU06783 Insert the knotted end of the emergency starter rope into the notch in the flywheel ZMU06808 magnet and wind the rope several turns 1.

  • Page 82: Treatment Of Submerged Motor

    EMU33502 Treatment of submerged motor If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- ately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immedi- ately. NOTICE: Do not attempt to run the outboard motor until it has been com- pletely inspected.

  • Page 83: Consumer Information

    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.
  • Page 84 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.

  • Page 85: Important Warranty Information If You Use Your Yamaha Outside The U.s.a. Or Canada

    He will be able to contact Yamaha on your behalf to see if any refund can be provided.

  • Page 86: Index

    INDEX Accident reporting ........3 Electric shock ......... 1 Alcohol and drugs........2 Electrical connectors and leads, Anode (external), inspecting and checking ..........67 replacing..........70 Emergency engine starting ....74 Anti-fouling paint ........18 Emergency equipment......19 Approval label of emission control Emergency, temporary action in...
  • Page 87 INDEX Rotating parts ......... 1 Rules when encountering vessels ..5 Identification numbers record....9 Idle speed, inspecting ......65 Impact damage........73 Installation requirements ...... 15 Sending fuel.......... 39 Shallow water ........50 Shifting..........43 Shifting (checks after engine warm Laws and regulations......
  • Page 88 INDEX Warranty information (use outside the U.S.A. or Canada)....... 79 Warranty, limited........77 Weather ..........3...
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  • Page 90 Printed in Thailand February 2016...

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