Controls; Engine; Operation After A Long Period Of Storage - Yamaha Z300C Owner's Manual

Operation
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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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Check that the battery is in good condition
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and the battery connections are secure.
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Operation after a long period of
storage
When operating the engine after a long peri-
od (12 months) of storage, proceed as fol-
lows:
1. Start the engine. Leave it idling.
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WARNING
Do not touch or remove electrical parts
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when starting or during operation.
Keep hands, hair, and clothes away
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from the flywheel and other rotating
parts while the engine is running.
2. Watch for oil flowing through the oil feed
pipes. After any air in the oil lines has
been expelled, the oil injection system
should supply oil normally. If no oil is
flowing after 10 minutes of idling, consult
your Yamaha dealer.
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CAUTION:
Be sure to take the above steps when
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operating the engine after a long period
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of storage. Otherwise engine seizure
could occur.
Use straight gasoline only. If premix
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fuel is used, the fuel injector could be
damaged.
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