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Yamaha 30D Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL 6J8-28199-71-E0...
  • Page 2 EMU25050 Read this owner’s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor.
  • Page 3 Yamaha. If you have any question about the also be voided. operation or maintenance of your outboard Some countries have laws or regulations re- motor, please consult a Yamaha dealer.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents General information ......1 Tilt lock mechanism......13 Tilt support knob......13 Identification numbers record..1 Tilt support lever for manual tilt Outboard motor serial number ..1 model ..........14 Key number........1 Top cowling lock lever(s) (turn EC label...........
  • Page 5 Table of contents models) ......... 29 Exhaust leakage......52 Stopping engine ......30 Water leakage ......... 52 Procedure ........30 Checking power trim and tilt / Trimming outboard motor....30 power tilt system ......53 Adjusting trim angle for manual tilt Checking propeller ......

  • Page 6: 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. 1. Key number...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    General information is a good idea to wear a PFD whenever boating. At a minimum, children and non- swimmers should always wear PFDs, and everyone should wear PFDs when there are potentially hazardous boating condi- tions. Gasoline is highly flammable, and its va- pors are flammable and explosive.

  • Page 8: Important Labels

    GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH- Never illegally discard (dump) the product. LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE! Yamaha recommends consulting the deal- Do not smoke when refueling, and keep er on discarding the product. away from sparks, flames, or other EMU25382 sources of ignition.

  • Page 9: Gasoline

    2-stroke engine oil with an accessories rated to withstand 18 volts or NMMA-certified TC-W3 rating may be used. higher with the above models. Consult your EMU25690 Yamaha dealer for details on installing an Battery requirement optional Rectifier Regulator. ECM01060 EMU25742...

  • Page 10: Start-In-Gear Protection

    Conversely, a larger-pitch propeller is more suitable for a smaller oper- ating load. Yamaha dealers stock a range of propellers, and can advise you and install a propeller on your outboard that is best suited to your ap- plication.

  • Page 11: Basic Components

    Basic components EMU25796 Main components NOTE: * May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all mod- els. 30DEO, 30DMHO, 30DETO ZMU03758 1. Oil tank filler cap 14. Tilt lock lever* 2. Top cowling 15.

  • Page 12: Fuel Joint

    Basic components fuel tank, its function is as follows. EMU26180 Remote control EWM00020 The remote control lever actuates both the WARNING shifter and the throttle. The electrical switch- The fuel tank supplied with this engine is es are mounted on the remote control box. its dedicated fuel reservoir and must not be used as a fuel storage container.

  • Page 13: Neutral Interlock Trigger

    Basic components when the remote control lever is in neutral. The remote control lever will operate only when the neutral throttle lever is in the closed position. 1. Neutral “ ” 2. Forward “ ” 3. Reverse “ ” 4. Shift 5.

  • Page 14: Gear Shift Lever

    Basic components ZMU02846 ZMU02848 EMU25961 EMU25922 Throttle indicator Gear shift lever The fuel consumption curve on the throttle Pulling the gear shift lever towards you puts indicator shows the relative amount of fuel the engine in forward gear so that the boat consumed for each throttle position.

  • Page 15: Engine Stop Lanyard Switch

    Basic components there is too much resistance, it could be your arm or leg while operating. difficult to move throttle lever or grip, Do not attach the lanyard to clothing which could result in an accident. that could tear loose. Do not route the lanyard where it could become entan- gled, preventing it from functioning.

  • Page 16: Engine Stop Button

    Basic components EMU26001 Engine stop button To open the ignition circuit and stop the en- gine, push this button. EMU26090 Main switch The main switch controls the ignition system; ZMU03760 its operation is described below. “ ” (off) EMU26011 Choke knob for pull type With the main switch in the “...

  • Page 17: Power Trim And Tilt Switch On Remote Control Or Tiller Handle

    Basic components set according to operator preference. An ad- justing screw or bolt is located on the swivel bracket. EMU26241 Trim tab with anode ZMU02908 The trim tab should be adjusted so that the steering control can be turned to either the To increase resistance, turn the adjuster right or left by applying the same amount of clockwise.

  • Page 18: Trim Rod (Tilt Pin)

    Basic components ZMU03097 ZMU03763 EMU26312 1. Trim tab Tilt lock mechanism 2. Bolt The tilt lock mechanism is used to prevent the outboard motor from lifting out of the wa- EMU26261 Trim rod (tilt pin) ter when in reverse gear. The position of the trim rod determines the minimum trim angle of the outboard motor in relation to the transom.

  • Page 19: Tilt Support Lever For Manual Tilt Model

    ZMU03766 ZMU03767 EMU26372 Top cowling lock lever(s) (turn type) Use a genuine Yamaha connector. To remove the engine top cowling, turn the Use lighting equipment only. lock lever(s) and lift off the cowling. When in- Connect lighting equipment directly to the stalling the cowling, check to be sure it fits 2-pin connector.

  • Page 20: Battery Charging Information

    ECM00090 CAUTION: Do not continue to operate the engine if a warning device has activated. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem can- not be located and corrected. EMU26814 Overheat warning This engine has an overheat warning device. If the engine temperature rises too high, the...

  • Page 21: Oil Level Warning And Oil Filter

    Basic components ZMU03025 ZMU03026 If the warning system has been activated, EMU26845 Oil level warning and oil filter stop the engine and check for the cause. clogging warning NOTE: Oil injection models The warning for oil filter clogging is similar to This engine has an oil level warning system.

  • Page 22: Operation

    Operation EMU26901 specific boat and motor combination. Installation EWM00830 ECM00110 WARNING CAUTION: Improper mounting of the outboard mo- Incorrect engine height or obstructions tor could result in hazardous conditions to smooth water flow (such as the design such as poor handling, loss of control, or or condition of the boat, or accessories fire hazards.

  • Page 23: Clamping The Outboard Motor

    Other- termine the optimum mounting height. wise the engine could be completely lost Consult your Yamaha dealer or boat man- if it accidentally falls off the transom. ufacturer for further information on deter- mining the proper mounting height.

  • Page 24: Breaking In Engine

    Operation board (if packed). For details, consult EMU27060 Gasoline and engine oil mixing chart your Yamaha dealer. (50:1) EWM00650 WARNING Avoid using bolts, nuts or washers other than those contained in the engine pack- aging. If used, they must be of at least the same quality of material and strength and must be tightened securely.

  • Page 25: Preoperation Checks

    Check fuel line connections to be sure they Keep hands, hair, and clothes away are tight (if equipped Yamaha fuel tank or from the flywheel and other rotating boat tank). parts while the engine is running.

  • Page 26: Filling Fuel And Engine Oil

    Do not add gasoline into the oil tank. Fire storage. Otherwise engine seizure could or explosion could result. occur. This engine uses the Yamaha oil injection EMU27233 Filling fuel and engine oil system, which provides superior lubrication by ensuring the proper oil ratio for all operat-...

  • Page 27: Filling Oil For Electric Start Models

    WARNING Do not add gasoline into the oil tank. Fire or explosion could result. This engine uses the Yamaha oil injection system, which provides superior lubrication by ensuring the proper oil ratio for all operat- ing conditions. No fuel premixing is needed.

  • Page 28: Oil Level Indicator Operation

    Operation EMU27321 Oil level indicator operation The various functions of the oil level system are as follows: EMU27332 Oil level warning indicator Engine oil tank Remarks more than 200 cm No refilling necessary. (0.21 US qt, 0.181 Imp qt) Buzzer sounds in remote control box and engine speed is limited to about 2000...

  • Page 29: Starting Engine

    Operation EMU27490 Starting engine EMU27505 Manual start models (tiller control) Place the gear shift lever in neutral. ZMU03772 ZMU03714 NOTE: The start-in-gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu- tral. ZMU02024 Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a secure place on your clothing, or your If a steering friction adjuster is provided arm or leg.
  • Page 30 Operation the engine will run poorly or stall. Pull the manual starter handle slowly un- til you feel resistance. Then give a strong pull straight out to crank and start the engine. Repeat if necessary. ZMU03773 Place the throttle grip in the “ ”...
  • Page 31 Operation amount and try to start the engine again. If the engine still fails to start, see page 60. EMU27642 Electric start / remote control models Place the remote control lever in neutral. Turn the main switch to “ ” (on). NOTE: The start-in-gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu-...

  • Page 32: Warming Up Engine

    Stop the engine and check whether the cooling water inlet on the lower case or the cooling water pilot hole is blocked. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located Immediately after the engine starts, re-...

  • Page 33: Shifting

    Operation and corrected. Move the gear shift lever quickly and firmly from neutral to forward. ZMU02856 ZMU03718 EMU27740 Remote control models Shifting Pull up the neutral interlock trigger (if EWM00180 equipped) and move the remote control WARNING lever quickly and firmly from neutral to Before shifting, make sure there are no forward.

  • Page 34: Models)

    Operation firmly from neutral to reverse. sition. Remote control models Pull up the neutral interlock trigger (if equipped) and move the remote control lever quickly and firmly from neutral to reverse. ZMU03776 Move the gear shift lever quickly and firmly from neutral to reverse. Remote control models Check that the tilt lock lever is in the lock position.

  • Page 35: Stopping Engine

    Operation EMU27820 Stopping engine Before stopping the engine, first let it cool off for a few minutes at idle or low speed. Stop- ping the engine immediately after operating at high speed is not recommended. EMU27844 Procedure Push and hold the engine stop button or ZMU03779 turn the main switch to “...

  • Page 36: Adjusting Trim Angle For Manual Tilt Models

    Operation the boat, sea conditions, and running speed. bracket while slightly tilting the outboard motor up. EWM00740 WARNING Excessive trim for the operating condi- tions (either trim up or trim down) can cause boat instability and can make steering the boat more difficult. This in- creases the possibility of an accident.

  • Page 37: Adjusting Trim Angle (Power Tilt Models)

    Operation EMU27901 angles to find the position that works best for Adjusting trim angle (power tilt your boat and operating conditions. models) EMU27911 Adjusting boat trim EWM00750 WARNING When the boat is on plane, a bow-up attitude results in less drag, greater stability and effi- Be sure all people are clear of the out- board motor when adjusting the tilt an- ciency.

  • Page 38: Tilting Up And Down

    Operation salt corrosion. EWM00220 WARNING Be sure all people are clear of the out- board motor when tilting up and down, also be careful not to pinch any body parts between the drive unit and engine bracket. EWM00250 WARNING Bow Down Leaking fuel is a fire hazard.

  • Page 39: Procedure For Tilting Up

    Operation ZMU03783 Disconnect the fuel line if a fuel joint is EMU28005 Procedure for tilting up provided on the outboard motor. Power trim and tilt models / power tilt models Place the remote control lever / the gear shift lever in neutral. ZMU03781 Place the tilt lock lever in the release po- sition.

  • Page 40: Procedure For Tilting Down (Manual And Hydro Tilt Models)

    Operation from marine growth and corrosion which could damage the power trim and tilt mechanism. Push the tilt support knob into the clamp bracket or pull the tilt support lever to- ZMU01936 ward you to support the engine. EMU28041 Procedure for tilting down (manual and hydro tilt models) Release the tilt lock lever.

  • Page 41: Procedure For Tilting Down

    Operation ZMU03789 ZMU03787 Push the power tilt / power trim and tilt Slowly tilt the outboard motor down. switch “ ” (down) to lower the outboard Place the tilt lock lever in the lock posi- motor to the desired position. tion.
  • Page 42 Operation the water, resulting in loss of control. Do not rotate the outboard motor 180° and operate the boat in reverse. Place the gear shift in reverse to operate the boat in reverse. Use extra care when operating in re- verse.

  • Page 43: Power Trim And Tilt Models / Power Tilt Models

    40. Place the gear shift lever in neutral. Cruising in turbid water Yamaha strongly recommends that you use the optional chromium-plated water pump kit (not available for some models) if you use the outboard motor in turbid (muddy) water conditions.

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    Maintenance EMU28217 Type: Specifications 2-stroke L Dimension: Displacement: Overall length: 496.0 cm (30.27 cu.in) Bore × stroke: 30DEO 662 mm (26.1 in) 59.5 × 59.5 mm (2.34 × 2.34 in) 30DETO 662 mm (26.1 in) 30DMHO 993 mm (39.1 in) Ignition system: Overall width: 30DEO 307 mm (12.1 in)

  • Page 45: Transporting And Storing Outboard Motor

    Spark plug: sition using a motor support device such as 25.0 Nm (18.4 ft-lb) (2.55 kgf-m) a transom saver bar. Consult your Yamaha Propeller nut: dealer for further details. 35.0 Nm (25.8 ft-lb) (3.57 kgf-m)

  • Page 46: Storing Outboard Motor

    EMU30272 tank. Fill the tank with fresh water to Storing outboard motor above the level of the anti-cavitation When storing your Yamaha outboard motor plate. for prolonged periods of time (2 months or longer), several important procedures must be performed to prevent excessive damage.
  • Page 47 Maintenance mandatory to prevent excessive engine page 44. damage due to rust. Perform the flush- ing and fogging at the same time. EWM00090 WARNING Do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or during operation. Keep hands, hair, and clothes away from the flywheel and other rotating parts while the engine is running.

  • Page 48: Lubrication (Oil Injection Models)

    Seal replacement should be per- Run the engine at a fast idle for a few formed by an authorized Yamaha dealer minutes in neutral position. prior to use. Just prior to turning off the engine, quick- Grease all grease fittings.

  • Page 49: Cleaning The Outboard Motor

    If you or the owner is not famil- shorting. iar with machine servicing, this work Clean the battery casing and terminals. should be done by your Yamaha dealer or Fill each cell to the upper level with dis- other qualified mechanic. tilled water.
  • Page 50 Maintenance genuine Yamaha parts or parts of the same type and of equivalent strength and materi- als. Any part of inferior quality may malfunc- tion, and the resulting loss of control could endanger the operator and passengers. Yamaha genuine parts and accessories are...

  • Page 51: Maintenance Chart

    When operating in salt water, turbid or muddy 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 50 hours Item...
  • Page 52 Maintenance Initial Every 50 hours Item Actions 10 hours hours (6 hours (1 (1 month) months) months) year) Inspection / replace- Water pump ment Oil pump Inspection / adjustment Oil tank water drain Inspection / cleaning Cleaning / adjustment / Spark plug(s) replacement...

  • Page 53: Greasing

    Maintenance EMU28940 Greasing Yamaha grease A (water resistant grease) Yamaha grease D (corrosion resistant grease; for propeller shaft) 30DMHO ZMU03793...

  • Page 54: Cleaning And Adjusting Spark Plug

    Maintenance 30DEO, 30DETO ZMU04860 The spark plug is an important engine com- EMU28952 Cleaning and adjusting spark plug ponent and is easy to inspect. The condition EWM00560 of the spark plug can indicate something WARNING about the condition of the engine. For exam- When removing or installing a spark plug, ple, if the center electrode porcelain is very be careful not to damage the insulator.

  • Page 55: Checking Fuel System

    Improper repairs can make the outboard unsafe to operate. Check the fuel lines for leaks, crack, or mal- function. If a problem is found, your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic should re- 1. Spark plug gap pair it immediately.

  • Page 56: Inspecting Fuel Filter

    WARNING necessary. If any water is found in the Gasoline is highly flammable, and its va- fuel, the Yamaha portable fuel tank or pors are flammable and explosive. other fuel tanks should be checked and If you have any question about properly cleaned.

  • Page 57: Checking Water In Engine Oil Tank

    If you have difficulty ver- ifying the idle speed, or the idle speed re- quires adjustment, consult a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic. Verify whether the idle speed is set to specification.

  • Page 58: Checking Power Trim And Tilt / Power Tilt System

    Check that the trim and tilt rod / the tilt rod is free of corrosion or other flaws. Tilt the outboard motor down. Check that the trim and tilt rod / the tilt rod oper- ates smoothly. NOTE: Consult your Yamaha dealer if any operation...

  • Page 59: Removing The Propeller

    The propeller will then bend the ends over securely. Otherwise spin freely on the shaft. If this happens, the the propeller could come off during op- shear pin must be replaced. eration and be lost. Apply Yamaha marine grease or a cor-...

  • Page 60: Changing Gear Oil

    NOTE: stand. You could be severely injured if For disposal of used oil consult your Yamaha the outboard motor falls on you. dealer. Never get under the lower unit while it...

  • Page 61: Cleaning Fuel Tank

    If you have any question about properly Remove the screws holding the fuel joint doing this procedure, consult your assembly. Pull the assembly out of the Yamaha dealer. tank. Keep away from sparks, cigarettes, flames, or other sources of ignition when cleaning the fuel tank.

  • Page 62: Inspecting And Replacing Anode(S)

    Replace the gasket with a new one. Re- install the fuel joint assembly and tighten the screws firmly. EMU29312 Inspecting and replacing anode(s) Yamaha outboard motors are protected from ZMU03799 corrosion by sacrificial anodes. Inspect the external anodes periodically. Remove scales EMU29320 from the surfaces of the anodes.

  • Page 63: Connecting The Battery

    Maintenance equipment, lighted cigarettes, and so NOTE: on.) Consult a Yamaha dealer when charging or DO NOT SMOKE when charging or han- re-charging batteries. dling batteries. EMU29331 KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTIC Connecting the battery FLUID OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

  • Page 64: Disconnecting The Battery

    EMU29390 Checking top cowling Check the fitting of the top cowling by push- ing it with both hands. If it is loose have it re- paired by your Yamaha dealer. ZMU04678 EMU29400 Coating the boat bottom A clean hull improves boat performance. The boat bottom should be kept as clean of ma- rine growth as possible.

  • Page 65: Trouble Recovery

    Q. Has fuel pump malfunctioned? If your outboard motor requires repair, bring A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. it to your Yamaha dealer. If the engine trouble warning indicator is Q. Are spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect flashing, consult your Yamaha dealer.
  • Page 66 Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale? A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel. Q. Is carburetor clogged? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Is fuel filter clogged? A. Clean or replace filter. Q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect? A.
  • Page 67 Trouble Recovery A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Are weeds or other foreign matter tangled on gear housing? Q. Is load on boat improperly distributed? A. Remove foreign matter and clean lower A. Distribute load to place boat on an even unit.

  • Page 68: Temporary Action In Emergency

    EWM00630 Q. Is steering pivot loose or damaged? WARNING A. Tighten or have serviced by a Yamaha Be sure to use the specified fuse. An in- dealer. correct fuse or a piece of wire could allow EMU29432 excessive current flow.

  • Page 69: Power Trim And Tilt / Power Tilt Will Not Operate

    EWM01020 WARNING NOTE: Use this procedure only in an emergen- Consult your Yamaha dealer if the new fuse cy and only to return to port for repairs. immediately blows again. When the emergency starter rope is used to start the engine, the start-in-...

  • Page 70: Emergency Starting Engine

    Trouble Recovery gine power means the loss of most steering control. Also, without engine power, the boat could slow rapidly. This could cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward. Be sure no one is standing behind you when pulling the starter rope.

  • Page 71: Treatment Of Submerged Motor

    After the engine If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- starts, gradually return the choke knob ately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise to its home position as the engine warms some corrosion may begin almost immedi- ately.
  • Page 72 Feed fogging oil or engine oil through the carburetor(s) and spark plug holes while cranking with the manual starter or emergency starter rope. ZMU01911 Take the outboard motor to a Yamaha dealer as soon as possible. ECM00400 CAUTION: Do not attempt to run the outboard motor...
  • Page 74 YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. Printed in Japan April 2005–0.3 × 1 ! Printed on recycled paper...

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