Checking Power Tilt System; Battery; Filling Fuel - Yamaha F9.9F Owner's Manual

After installing, check the fitting of the top
cowling by pushing it with both hands. If the
top cowling is loose, have it repaired by your
Yamaha dealer.
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Checking power tilt system

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WARNING
Never get under the lower unit while it is
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tilted, even when the tilt support knob is
locked. Severe injury could occur if the
outboard motor accidentally falls.
Body parts can be crushed between the
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motor and the clamp bracket when the
motor is trimmed or tilted.
Be sure no one is near the outboard mo-
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tor before performing this check.
1. Check the power tilt unit for any sign of oil
leaks.
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1. Tilt rod
2. Operate each of the power tilt switches to
check that all switches work.
3. Tilt the outboard motor up and check that
the tilt rod is pushed out completely.
4. Check that the tilt rod is free of corrosion
or other flaws.
5. Tilt the outboard motor down. Check that
the tilt rod operates smoothly.
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Battery

Check that the battery is in good condition,
and fully charged. Check that the battery con-
nections are clean, secure and covered by in-
sulating covers. The electrical contacts of the
battery and cables must be clean and proper-
ly connected or the battery will not start the
engine.
Refer to the battery manufacturer's instruc-
tions for checks for your particular battery.
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WARNING
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-
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mable and explosive. Always refuel ac-
cording to this procedure to reduce the
risk of fire and explosion.
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause in-
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jury or death. Handle gasoline with care.
Never siphon gasoline by mouth. If you
should swallow some gasoline or inhale
Operation

Filling fuel

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