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Yamaha 60F Owner's Manual
Summary of 60F
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Q q q q read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Owner’s manual 90a 6h1-28199-27-e0
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Emu25052 read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating. This manual should stay with the outboard motor if it is sold..
Page 3: Important Manual Information
Important manual information emu25105 to the owner thank you for choosing a yamaha outboard motor. This owner’s manual contains infor- mation needed for proper operation, mainte- nance and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you ob- tain maximum enjoyment from your ...
Page 4: Table of Contents
Table of contents safety information............................ 1 outboard motor safety .................... 1 propeller............................................ 1 rotating parts.................................... 1 hot parts ........................................... 1 electric shock ...........
Page 5: Table of Contents
Table of contents hour meter ...................................... 23 oil level indicator (digital type) ........ 24 overheat-alert indicator .................. 24 digital speedometer ...................... 24 speedometer .................................. 24 fuel gauge ...............................
Page 6: Table of Contents
Table of contents checking fuel filter .......................... 62 inspecting idling speed ................... 62 checking water in engine oil tank ... 63 checking wiring and connectors ..... 63 checking propeller .......................... 63 removing propeller ......................... 64 instal...
Page 7: Safety Information
1 safety information emu33622 outboard motor safety observe these precautions at all times. Emu36500 propeller people can be injured or killed if they come in contact with the propeller. The propeller can keep moving even when the motor is in neutral, and sharp edges of the propeller can cut even wh...
Page 8: Safety Information
Safety information 2 emu33820 gasoline exposure and spills take care not to spill gasoline. If gasoline spills, wipe it up immediately with dry rags. Dispose of rags properly. If any gasoline spills onto your skin, immedi- ately wash with soap and water. Change clothing if gasoline spills on it. If ...
Page 9: Safety Information
Safety information 3 dling and lead to an accident, capsizing or swamping. Emu33771 avoid collisions scan constantly for people, objects, and other boats. Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others. Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance aw...
Page 10: General Information
4 general information emu25171 identification numbers record emu25183 outboard motor serial number the outboard motor serial number is stamped on the label attached to the port side of the clamp bracket. Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare ...
Page 11: General Information
General information 5 emu25203 ce marking outboard motors affixed with this “ce”mark- ing conform with the directives of; 98/37/ec, 94/25/ec - 2003/44/ec and 2004/108/ec. Emu25213 c-tick label engines affixed with this label conform to certain portion(s) of the australian radio communications act. 1...
Page 12: General Information
General information 6 emu33520 read manuals and labels before operating or working on this motor: ● read this manual. ● read any manuals supplied with the boat. ● read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat. If you need any additional information, contact your yamaha dealer. Emu33831 warning ...
Page 13: General Information
General information 7 emu33912 contents of labels the above warning labels mean as follows. 1 warning ewm01691 emergency starting does not have start- in-gear protection. Ensure shift control is in neutral before starting engine. 2 warning ewm01681 ● keep hands, hair, and clothing away from rotating...
Page 14: General Information
General information 8 emu33843 symbols the following symbols mean as follows. Notice/warning read owner’s manual hazard caused by continuous rotation electrical hazard remote control lever/gear shift lever operat- ing direction, dual direction engine start/ engine cranking zmu05696 zmu05664 zmu05665...
Page 15: Specifications
9 specifications and requirements emu31480 specifications tip: “(al)” stated in the specification data below represents the numerical value for the alumi- num propeller installed. Likewise, “(sus)” represents the value for stainless steel propeller installed and “(pl)” for plastic propeller installe...
Page 16: Installation Requirements
Specifications and requirements 10 oil lubrication: oil injection engine oil tank capacity: 3.3 l (3.49 us qt, 2.90 imp.Qt) recommended gear oil: hypoid gear oil sae#90 gear oil quantity: 0.610 l (0.645 us qt, 0.537 imp.Qt) tightening torque for engine: spark plug: 25.0 nm (2.55 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb) p...
Page 17: Propeller Selection
Specifications and requirements 11 emu36290 mounting battery mount the battery holder securely in a dry, well-ventilated, vibration-free location in the boat. Warning! Do not put flammable items, or loose heavy or metal objects in the same compartment as the battery. Fire, explosion or sparks could ...
Page 18: Engine Oil Requirements
Specifications and requirements 12 emu25651 engine oil requirements if the recommended engine oil is not avail- able, another 2-stroke engine oil with an nmma-certified tc-w3 rating may be used. Emu36360 fuel requirements emu36770 gasoline use a good quality gasoline that meets the minimum octane ra...
Page 19: Emergency Equipment
Specifications and requirements 13 emu36351 emergency equipment keep the following items onboard in case there is trouble with the motor. ● a tool kit with assorted screwdrivers, pli- ers, wrenches (including metric sizes), and electrical tape. ● waterproof flashlight with extra batteries. ● an extr...
Page 20: Components
14 components emu2579j components diagram tip: * may not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all mod- els. 90a emu25802 fuel tank if your model was equipped with a portable fuel tank, its function is as follows. Warning ewm00020 the fuel tank supplied with this eng...
Page 21: Components
Components 15 mercial users should conform to relevant licensing or approval authority regula- tions. Emu25830 fuel joint this joint is used to connect the fuel line. Emu25841 fuel gauge this gauge is located on either the fuel tank cap or on the fuel joint base. It shows the ap- proximate amount of...
Page 22: Components
Components 16 emu26201 neutral interlock trigger to shift out of neutral, first pull the neutral in- terlock trigger up. Emu26211 neutral throttle lever to open the throttle without shifting into ei- ther forward or reverse, put the remote con- trol lever in the neutral position and lift the neutral...
Page 23: Components
Components 17 emu25941 throttle grip the throttle grip is on the tiller handle. Turn the grip counterclockwise to increase speed and clockwise to decrease speed. Emu25961 throttle indicator the fuel consumption curve on the throttle indicator shows the relative amount of fuel consumed for each throt...
Page 24: Components
Components 18 when constant speed is desired, tighten the adjuster to maintain the desired throttle set- ting. Emu25993 engine shut-off cord (lanyard) and clip the clip must be attached to the engine shut- off switch for the engine to run. The cord should be attached to a secure place on the operato...
Page 25: Components
Components 19 emu26090 main switch the main switch controls the ignition system; its operation is described below. ● “ ” (off) with the main switch in the “ ” (off) posi- tion, the electrical circuits are off, and the key can be removed. ● “ ” (on) with the main switch in the “ ” (on) posi- tion, th...
Page 26: Components
Components 20 emu26153 power trim and tilt switch on bottom engine cowling the power trim and tilt switch is located on the side of the bottom engine cowling. Press- ing the switch “ ” (up) trims the outboard motor up, and then tilts it up. Pressing the switch “ ” (down) tilts the outboard motor dow...
Page 27: Components
Components 21 emu26261 trim rod (tilt pin) the position of the trim rod determines the minimum trim angle of the outboard motor in relation to the transom. Emu26341 tilt support lever for power trim and tilt model to keep the outboard motor in the tilted up position, lock the tilt support lever to t...
Page 28: Components
Components 22 emu26460 flushing device this device is used to clean the cooling wa- ter passages of the motor using a garden hose and tap water. Tip: for details on usage, see page 55. 1. Top cowling lock lever(s) 1. Top cowling lock lever(s) zmu03854 1 zmu03855 1 1. Flushing device zmu03857 1.
Page 29: Instruments and Indicators
23 instruments and indicators emu26493 digital tachometer the tachometer shows the engine speed and has the following functions. All segments of the display will light momen- tarily after the main switch is turned on and will return to normal thereafter. Tip: the water separator and engine trouble-a...
Page 30: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 24 emu26551 oil level indicator (digital type) this indicator shows the engine oil level. If the oil level falls below the lower limit, the alert indicator will start to blink. For further in- formation, see page 28. Notice ecm00030 do not operate the engine without oil. S...
Page 31: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 25 emu26712 fuel gauge eight segments indicate the fuel level. When all segments are showing, the fuel tank is full. The fuel level reading can be inaccurate due to by the position of the sensor in the fuel tank and the attitude of the boat in the water. Operation with bow...
Page 32: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 26 5. Press the “ ” (mode) button until the desired minute is displayed. 6. Press the “ ” (set) button again to start the clock. The clock operates on battery power. Dis- connecting the battery will stop the clock. Reset the clock after connecting the battery. Emu36080 vol...
Page 33: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 27 emu26591 analog speedometer this gauge shows the boat speed in km/h and mph. Emu26611 analog trim meter this gauge shows the trim angle of your out- board motor. Memorize the trim angles that work best for your boat under different conditions. Adjust the trim angle to t...
Page 34: Engine Control System
28 engine control system emu26803 alert system notice ecm00091 do not continue to operate the engine if a alert device has activated. Consult your yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. Emu2681a overheat alert this engine has an overheat-alert device. If the engine temperature...
Page 35: Engine Control System
Engine control system 29 ● the buzzer will sound (if equipped on the tiller handle, remote control box, or main switch panel). If the alert system has been activated, stop the engine and check for the cause. Tip: the alert for oil filter clogging is similar to the alerts for low oil level and overhe...
Page 36: Installation
30 installation emu26902 installation the information presented in this section is intended as reference only. It is not possible to provide complete instructions for every possible boat and motor combination. Prop- er mounting depends in part on experience and the specific boat and motor combinatio...
Page 37: Installation
Installation 31 notice ecm01630 ● during water testing, check the buoy- ancy of the boat, at rest, with its maxi- mum load. Check that the static water level on the exhaust housing is low enough to prevent water entry into the power head when water rises due to waves when the outboard is not run- ni...
Page 38: Operation
32 operation emu36380 first-time operation emu27020 breaking in engine your new engine requires a period of break- in to allow mating surfaces of moving parts to wear in evenly. Correct break-in will help en- sure proper performance and longer engine life. Notice ecm00140 ● failure to follow the bre...
Page 39: Operation
Operation 33 dent could occur. Notice ecm00120 do not start the engine out of water. Over- heating and serious engine damage can occur. Emu37150 fuel level be sure you have plenty of fuel for your trip. A good rule is to use 1/3 of your fuel to get to the destination, 1/3 to return, and to keep 1/ 3...
Page 40: Operation
Operation 34 to the fully open position. Make sure that it turns smoothly and that it completely re- turns to the fully closed position. ● look for loose or damaged connections of the throttle and shift cables under the en- gine cowling. Remote control models: ● turn the steering wheel full-right an...
Page 41: Operation
Operation 35 should supply oil normally. If no oil is flowing after 10 minutes of idling, consult your yamaha dealer. Notice ecm00130 be sure to take the above steps when op- erating the engine after a long period of storage. Otherwise engine seizure could occur. Emu36490 flushing device check that ...
Page 42: Operation
Operation 36 emu29158 checking power trim and tilt system warning ewm01930 ● never get under the lower unit while it is tilted, even when the tilt support lever is locked. Severe injury could occur if the outboard motor accidentally falls. ● body parts can be crushed between the motor and the clamp ...
Page 43: Operation
Operation 37 inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get some gasoline in your eyes, see your doctor immediately. If gasoline spills on your skin, wash with soap and wa- ter. If gasoline spills on your clothing, change your clothes. 1. Stop the engine. 2. Remove the portable tank from the boat. 3. Be sur...
Page 44: Operation
Operation 38 4. After filling, replace the all caps secure- ly. 1. Oil filler access cap 2. Oil tank filler cap zmu03371 2 1.
Page 45: Operation
Operation 39 emu27321 oil level indicator operation the various functions of the oil level system are as follows: emu27372 electric start models emu27451 operating engine emu27464 feeding fuel (portable tank) warning ewm00420 ● before starting the engine, make sure that the boat is tightly moored an...
Page 46: Operation
Operation 40 tank cap, loosen it 2 or 3 turns. 2. If there is a fuel joint on the motor, firmly connect the fuel line to the joint. Then firmly connect the other end of the fuel line to the joint on the fuel tank. 3. Squeeze the primer pump, with the ar- row pointing up, until you feel it become fir...
Page 47: Operation
Operation 41 tip: the start-in-gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu- tral. 2. Attach the engine shut-off cord to a se- cure place on your clothing, or your arm or leg. Then install the clip on the other end of the cord into the engine shut-off switch. 3. Place ...
Page 48: Operation
Operation 42 page 43. ● if the engine is warm and fails to start, open the throttle slightly and try to start the engine again. If the engine still fails to start, see page 70. Emu27664 electric start and remote control models warning ewm01840 ● failure to attached engine shut-off cord could result ...
Page 49: Operation
Operation 43 “ ” (on), wait 10 seconds, then crank the engine again. [ecm00192] tip: ● when the engine is cold, it needs to be warmed up. For further information, see page 43. ● if the engine is warm and fails to start, open the throttle slightly and try to start the engine again. If the engine stil...
Page 50: Operation
Operation 44 emu33492 shifting warning ewm00180 before shifting, make sure there are no swimmers or obstacles in the water near you. Notice ecm01610 warm up the engine before shifting into gear. Until the engine is warm, the idle speed may be higher than normal. High idle speed can prevent you from ...
Page 51: Operation
Operation 45 2. After the engine is at idle speed in gear move the remote control lever / gear shift lever firmly and crisply into the neu- tral position. Emu31742 stopping boat warning ewm01510 ● do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the boat as it could cause you to lose control, be...
Page 52: Operation
Operation 46 2. After stopping the engine, disconnect the fuel line if there is a fuel joint on the outboard motor. 3. Tighten the air vent screw on the fuel tank cap (if equipped). 4. Remove the key if the boat will be left unattended. Tip: the engine can also be stopped by pulling the cord and rem...
Page 53: Operation
Operation 47 emu27885 adjusting trim angle (power trim and tilt) warning ewm00753 ● be sure all people are clear of the out- board motor when adjusting the trim angle. Body parts can be crushed be- tween the motor and the clamp bracket when the motor is trimmed or tilted. ● use caution when trying a...
Page 54: Operation
Operation 48 “ ” (up). To lower the bow (trim-in), press the switch “ ” (down). Make test runs with the trim set to different angles to find the position that works best for your boat and operating conditions. Emu27911 adjusting boat trim when the boat is on plane, a bow-up attitude results in less ...
Page 55: Operation
Operation 49 duce salt corrosion. Warning ewm00221 be sure all people are clear of the out- board motor when tilting up and down, body parts can be crushed between the motor and the clamp bracket when the motor is trimmed or tilted. Warning ewm00250 leaking fuel is a fire hazard. If there is a fuel ...
Page 56: Operation
Operation 50 3. Pull the tilt support lever toward you to support the engine. Warning! After tilting the outboard motor, be sure to support it with the tilt support knob or tilt support lever. Otherwise the out- board motor could fall back down suddenly if oil in the power trim and tilt unit or in t...
Page 57: Operation
Operation 51 emu28061 shallow water emu32851 power trim and tilt models the outboard motor can be tilted up partially to allow operation in shallow water. Notice ecm00260 do not tilt the outboard motor up so that the cooling water inlet on the lower unit is above the surface of the water when set- t...
Page 58: Operation
Operation 52 3. To return the outboard motor to the nor- mal running position, press the power trim and tilt switch and slowly tilt the out- board motor down. Emu28194 cruising in other conditions cruising in salt water after operating in salt water, flush the cooling water passages with fresh water...
Page 59: Maintenance
53 maintenance emu28226 transporting and storing outboard motor warning ewm00692 ● use care when transporting fuel tank, whether in a boat or car. ● do not fill fuel container to maximum capacity. Gasoline will expand consid- erably as it warms up and can build up pressure in the fuel container. Thi...
Page 60: Maintenance
Maintenance 54 or shut off the fuel cock, if equipped. 3. Remove the engine top cowling and si- lencer cover. Remove the propeller. 4. Install the flushing attachment over the cooling water inlet. Notice: do not run the engine without supplying it with cooling water. Either the engine wa- ter pump w...
Page 61: Maintenance
Maintenance 55 4. Grease all grease fittings. For further de- tails, see page 61. Tip: for long-term storage, fogging the engine with oil is recommended. Contact your yamaha dealer for information about fogging oil and procedures for your engine. Emu28443 flushing power unit perform this procedure r...
Page 62: Maintenance
Maintenance 56 tip: for cooling system flushing instructions, see page 53. Emu28460 checking painted surface of motor check the motor for scratches, nicks, or flak- ing paint. Areas with damaged paint are more likely to corrode. If necessary, clean and paint the areas. A touch-up paint is avail- abl...
Page 63: Maintenance
Maintenance 57 operating temperature ● frequent quick acceleration and decelera- tion ● frequent shifting ● frequently starting and stopping the en- gine(s) ● operation that fluctuates often between light and heavy cargo loads outboard motors operating under any of these above conditions require mor...
Page 64: Maintenance
Maintenance 58 emu34445 maintenance chart 1 tip: ● refer to the sections in this chapter for explanations of each owner-specific action. ● the maintenance cycle on these charts assume usage of 100 hours per year and regular flushing of the cooling water passages. Maintenance frequency should be adju...
Page 65: Maintenance
Maintenance 59 fuel line(high pres- sure) inspection or replace- ment as necessary fuel line(low pres- sure) inspection fuel line(low pres- sure) inspection or replace- ment as necessary fuel pump inspection or replace- ment as necessary fuel/oil leakage inspection gear oil replacement greasing poin...
Page 66: Maintenance
Maintenance 60 emu34451 maintenance chart 2 water inlet inspection main switch/stop switch/choke switch inspection or replace- ment as necessary (yamaha) meter/gauge inspection (yamaha) fuel tank inspection and clean- ing as necessary item actions every 1000 hours guide exhaust/exhaust manifold insp...
Page 67: Maintenance
Maintenance 61 emu28941 greasing yamaha grease a (water resistant grease) yamaha grease d (corrosion resistant grease; for propeller shaft) 90a emu28955 cleaning and adjusting spark plug the spark plug is an important engine com- ponent and is easy to inspect. The condition of the spark plug can ind...
Page 68: Maintenance
Maintenance 62 lead to explosion or fire. [ewm00561] 3. Be sure to use the specified spark plug, otherwise the engine may not operate properly. Before fitting the spark plug, measure the electrode gap with a wire thickness gauge; adjust the gap to spec- ification if necessary. 4. When fitting the pl...
Page 69: Maintenance
Maintenance 63 tip: correct idling speed inspection is only possi- ble if the engine is fully warmed up. If not warmed up fully, the idle speed will measure higher than normal. If you have difficulty ver- ifying the idle speed, or the idle speed re- quires adjustment, consult a yamaha dealer or othe...
Page 70: Maintenance
Maintenance 64 ● check each of the propeller blades for wear, erosion from cavitation or ventila- tion, or other damage. ● check the propeller shaft for damage. ● check the splines for wear or damage. ● check for fish line tangled around the pro- peller shaft. ● check the propeller shaft oil seal fo...
Page 71: Maintenance
Maintenance 65 tip: if the propeller nut does not align with the propeller shaft hole after tightening to the specified torque, tighten the nut further to align it with the hole. Emu29287 changing gear oil warning ewm00800 ● be sure the outboard motor is securely fastened to the transom or a stable ...
Page 72: Maintenance
Maintenance 66 6. Put a new gasket on the oil level plug. When the oil begins to flow out of the oil level plug hole, insert and tighten the oil level plug. 7. Put a new gasket on the gear oil drain screw. Insert and tighten the gear oil drain screw. Emu29302 cleaning fuel tank warning ewm00920 gaso...
Page 73: Maintenance
Maintenance 67 4. Clean the filter (located on the end of the suction pipe) in a suitable cleaning sol- vent. Allow the filter to dry. 5. 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 m...
Page 74: Maintenance
Maintenance 68 battery manufacturer’s instructions. Notice ecm01920 a poorly maintained battery will quickly deteriorate. 1. Check the electrolyte level. 2. Check the battery’s charge. If your boat is equipped with the digital speedome- ter, the voltmeter and low battery alert functions will help yo...
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Maintenance 69 tions..
Page 76: Trouble Recovery
70 trouble recovery emu29427 troubleshooting a problem in the fuel, compression, or igni- tion systems can cause poor starting, loss of power, or other problems. This section de- scribes basic checks and possible remedies, and covers all yamaha outboard motors. Therefore some items may not apply to ...
Page 77: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 71 q. Is fuel system obstructed? A. Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or other obstructions in fuel system. Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale? A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel. Q. Is fuel filter clogged? A. Clean or replace filter. Q. Have ignition parts failed? A. Have servic...
Page 78: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 72 q. Is load on boat improperly distributed? A. Distribute load to place boat on an even plane. Q. Is water pump or thermostat faulty? A. Have serviced by a yamaha dealer. Q. Is there excess water in fuel filter cup? A. Drain filter cup. Engine power loss. Q. Is propeller damaged? ...
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Trouble recovery 73 q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect? A. Connect correctly. Q. Is heat range of spark plug incorrect? A. Inspect spark plug and replace it with rec- ommended type. Q. Is high pressure fuel pump drive belt bro- ken? A. Have serviced by a yamaha dealer. Q. Is engine not responding...
Page 80: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 74 consult your yamaha dealer if the new fuse immediately blows again. Emu29512 power trim and tilt will not operate if the engine cannot be tilted up or down with the power trim and tilt because of a dis- charged battery or a failure with the power trim and tilt unit , the engine c...
Page 81: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 75 wheel or other moving parts when the engine is running. Do not install the starter mechanism or top cowling after the engine is running. ● do not touch the ignition coil, spark plug wire, spark plug cap, or other elec- trical components when starting or op- erating the motor. You...
Page 82: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 76 tip: when the engine does not start with this pro- cedure, see page 76. Emu29671 engine fails to operate emu29691 ignition system malfunction if the battery voltage is low or in the unlikely event of an ignition system malfunction, the engine speed may become erratic or the en- g...
Page 83: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 77 3. Squeeze the primer pump two or three times to feed fuel. 4. Open the throttle slightly without shifting using the throttle grip, neutral throttle le- ver or free accelerator. It is necessary to change the throttle opening slightly de- pending on the engine temperature. Af- ter...
Page 84: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 78 tip: when the starter mechanism malfunctions, see page 74. Emu33501 treatment of submerged motor if the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- ately take it to a yamaha dealer. Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immedi- ately. Notice: do not attempt to run the outboard motor...
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