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Yamaha 50B Owner's Manual
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50B
OWNER'S MANUAL
U.S.A.Edition
LIT-18626-04-92

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Summarization of Contents

Owner's Manual Guidance
Safety Alert Symbol Meaning
Explains the meaning of the safety alert symbol for user awareness.
Warning and Caution Symbols
Defines WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE symbols for safety and guidance.
Chapter 1 General Information
Identification Numbers
Recording outboard motor and key identification numbers for reference.
Emission Control Information
Details about the engine conforming to U.S. EPA regulations.
General Safety Information
Crucial safety guidelines for operating the outboard motor and boat.
Important Labels Overview
Highlights important warning labels affixed to the engine and components.
Basic Boating Rules (Rules of the Road)
Essential rules for safe navigation and interaction with other vessels.
Fueling Instructions and Safety
Guidelines for safely refueling the outboard motor with gasoline and oil.
Battery Requirement Specifications
Specifies the required battery specifications for electric start models.
Propeller Selection Guidance
Guidance on choosing the correct propeller for optimal performance and engine protection.
Start-in-Gear Protection Feature
Explains the safety feature preventing engine start in gear.
Chapter 2 Basic Components
Outboard Motor Main Components
Labeled diagram identifying key parts of the outboard motor.
Controls and Functions Operation
Details on how to operate various controls and systems.
Warning System Indicators
Explanation of warning indicators for overheat and oil level/filter.
Chapter 3 Operation
Installation
Procedures for installing the outboard motor.
Filling Fuel and Engine Oil
Instructions for filling the fuel and engine oil tanks.
Pre-Operation Checks
Essential checks to perform before operating the engine.
Engine Break-in, Starting, and Warm-up
Procedures for breaking in, starting, and warming up the engine.
Shifting and Stopping the Engine
How to shift gears and safely stop the outboard motor.
Trimming and Tilting the Motor
Adjusting motor angle and tilting for optimal performance and protection.
Cruising in Various Conditions
Advice for cruising in salt and turbid water.
Chapter 4 Maintenance
Specifications and Transport/Storage
Technical specifications and guidelines for transporting/storing the motor.
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
Table outlining recommended maintenance intervals and tasks.
Greasing and Spark Plug Maintenance
Procedures for greasing fittings and cleaning/adjusting spark plugs.
Fuel System and Filter Maintenance
Checking fuel system, cleaning fuel filter, and cleaning fuel tank.
Battery Care and Connection
Procedures for battery care, checking, and connecting/disconnecting.
Propeller, Gear Oil, and Anode Maintenance
Checking propeller, changing gear oil, and inspecting anodes.
Chapter 5 Trouble Recovery
Troubleshooting Guide
Guide to diagnosing and resolving starting, idling, power loss, and vibration problems.
Emergency Actions and Procedures
Procedures for impact damage, starter failure, and submerged motor treatment.
Chapter 6 Index
Manual Index
Alphabetical listing of topics with page references for quick lookup.
Warranty Information USA & Canada
Warranty Registration and Repairs
Steps for registration, finding dealers, and obtaining warranty repairs.
USA Two Year Limited Warranty
Details warranty coverage, exclusions, and customer responsibilities.
Warranty Outside USA & Canada
Information on warranty coverage when using the Yamaha outside the US/Canada.