Warming Up Engine; Choke Start Models; Shifting; Forward (Tiller Handle And Remote Control Models) - Yamaha 8D Owner's Manual

Operation
NOTE:
When the engine is cold, it needs to be
G
warmed up. For further information, see
page 23.
If the engine does not start on the first try,
G
repeat the procedure. If the engine fails to
start after 4 or 5 tries, open the throttle a
small amount (between 1/8 and 1/4) and
try again. Also if the engine is warm and
fails to start, open the throttle a same
amount and try to start the engine again. If
the engine still fails to start, see page 45.
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Warming up engine

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Choke start models

1. After starting the engine, allow it to idle
for 3 minutes to warm up. Failure to do
so will shorten engine life. Gradually re-
turn the choke knob to its home position
as the engine warms up.
2. Check for a steady flow of water from the
cooling water pilot hole.
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CAUTION:
A flow of water from the hole on the ex-
haust cover shows that the water pump is
pumping water through the cooling pas-
sages. If water is not flowing out of the
hole at all times while the engine is run-
ning, overheating and serious damage
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could occur. 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 and cor-
rected.
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Before shifting, make sure there are no
swimmers or obstacles in the water near
you.
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CAUTION:
To change the boat direction or shifting
position from forward to reverse or vice-
versa, first close the throttle so that the
engine idles (or runs at low speeds).
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Forward (tiller handle and remote
control models)
Tiller control models
1. Place the throttle grip in the fully closed
position.

Shifting

WARNING
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