Without A Rectifier Or Rectifier Regulator; Propeller Selection - Yamaha F15C Owner's Manual

Basic requirements
electric system could perform poorly or
be overloaded, causing electric system
damage.
For electric start models, choose a battery
which meets the following specifications.
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Battery specifications
Minimum cold cranking amps (CCA/
SAE):
F15CEH 245.0 A
F15CPH 245.0 A
F20EH 245.0 A
F20ER 245.0 A
F20PH 245.0 A
F20PR 245.0 A
Minimum marine cranking amps (MCA/
ABYC):
F15CEH 323.0 A
F15CPH 323.0 A
F20EH 323.0 A
F20ER 323.0 A
F20PH 323.0 A
F20PR 323.0 A
Minimum reserve capacity (RC/SAE):
F15CEH 52 minutes
F15CPH 52 minutes
F20EH 52 minutes
F20ER 52 minutes
F20PH 52 minutes
F20PR 52 minutes
The engine cannot be started if battery volt-
age is too low.
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Without a rectifier or Rectifier
Regulator
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CAUTION:
A battery cannot be connected to models
that do not have a rectifier or Rectifier
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Regulator.
If you wish to use a battery with the models
without a rectifier or Rectifier Regulator, in-
stall an optional Rectifier Regulator.
Using a maintenance-free battery with the
above models can shorten the life of the bat-
tery significantly.
Install an optional Rectifier Regulator or use
accessories rated to withstand 18 volts or
higher with the above models. Consult your
Yamaha dealer for details on installing an
optional Rectifier Regulator.
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Propeller selection

Next to selecting an outboard, choosing the
right propeller is one of the most important
purchasing decisions a boater can make.
The type, size, and design of your propeller
have a direct impact on acceleration, top
speed, fuel economy, and even engine life.
Yamaha designs and manufactures propel-
lers for every Yamaha outboard motor and
every application.
Your outboard motor came with a Yamaha
propeller chosen to perform well over a
range of applications, but there may be uses
where a different propeller would be more
appropriate.
Your Yamaha dealer can help you select the
right propeller for your boating needs. Select
a propeller that will allow the engine to reach
the middle or upper half of the operating
range at full throttle with the maximum boat-
load. Generally, chose a larger pitch propel-
ler for a smaller operating load and a smaller
pitch propeller for a heavier load. If you carry
loads that vary widely, chose the propeller
that lets the engine run in the proper range
for your maximum load but remember that
you may need to reduce your throttle setting
to stay within the recommended engine