Controls; Engine; Checking The Engine Oil Level; Filling Fuel - Yamaha F80A Owner's Manual

Check fuel line connections to be sure they
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are tight (if equipped Yamaha fuel tank or
boat tank).
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).
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Controls

Check throttle, shift, and steering for prop-
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er operation before starting the engine.
The controls should work smoothly, with-
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out binding or unusual free play.
Look for loose or damaged connections.
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Check operation of the starter and stop
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switches when the outboard motor is in the
water.
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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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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.
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.
1. Oil dipstick
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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
sources of ignition.
Operation
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