Counter Rotation Models; Start-In-Gear Protection - Yamaha F300A Owner's Manual

Specifications and requirements
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
speed range when carrying lighter loads.
For instructions on propeller removal and in-
stallation, see page 89.
1. Propeller diameter in inches
2. Propeller pitch in inches
3. Type of propeller (propeller mark)
EMU36310

Counter rotation models

Standard outboard motors rotate clockwise.
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Counter rotation models rotate counterclock-
wise. Counter rotation models are typically
used in multiple motor setups and are
marked with an "L" on the gear case above
the anti-ventilation plate.
On counter rotation models, be sure to use a
propeller intended for counterclockwise rota-
tion. These propellers are identified with the
letter "L" after the size indication on the pro-
peller. WARNING! Never use a standard
propeller with a counter rotation motor,
or a counter rotation propeller with a
standard motor. Otherwise the boat could
go in the direction opposite of that ex-
pected (for example, reverse instead of
forward), which could lead to an accident.
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For instructions on propeller removal and in-
stallation, see page 89 and 90.
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Yamaha outboard motors or Yamaha-ap-
proved digital electronic control units are
equipped with start-in-gear protection de-
vice(s). This feature permits the engine to be
started only when it is in neutral. Always se-
lect neutral before starting the engine.
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Start-in-gear protection