Inspecting Wiring And Connectors; Checking Propeller - Yamaha FL250A Owner's Manual

Maintenance
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1. Oil dipstick
2. Lower level mark
3. Upper level mark
11. Start the engine and make sure that the
low oil pressure-alert indicator remains
off. Also, make sure that there are no oil
leaks. NOTICE: If the low oil pressure-
alert indicator comes on or if there are
oil leaks, stop the engine and find the
cause. Continued operation with a
problem could cause severe engine
damage. Consult your Yamaha dealer
if the problem cannot be located and
corrected.
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12. Dispose of used oil according to local
regulations.
TIP:
For more information on the disposal of
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used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer.
Change the oil more often when operating
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the engine under adverse conditions such
as extended trolling.
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Inspecting wiring and connectors

Inspect that each connector is engaged se-
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curely.
Inspect that each ground lead is properly
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secured.
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Checking propeller

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WARNING
You could be seriously injured if the en-
gine accidentally starts when you are near
the propeller. Before inspecting, remov-
ing, or installing the propeller, place the
shift control in neutral, turn the main
switch to "
and remove the clip from the engine shut-
off switch. Turn off the battery cut-off
switch if your boat has one.
Do not use your hand to hold the propeller
when loosening or tightening the propeller
nut. Put a wood block between the anti-cavi-
tation plate and the propeller to prevent the
propeller from turning.
" (off) and remove the key,