Yamaha Electone F-25 Owner's Manual

Summary of Electone F-25

  • Page 1

    Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Owner’s manual f2.5 lit-18626-11-28 6eg-f8199-31-e0 u6eg31e0.Book page 1 tuesday, february 23, 2016 11:09 am.

  • Page 2

    Zmu07696 les gaz d’échappement du moteur de ce produit contiennent des substances chimiques connues dans l’État de californie pour provoquer le cancer, des anomalies congénitales et des troubles de la reproduction. Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Keep this manual onb...

  • Page 3: Important Manual Information

    Important manual information emu44141 to the owner thank you for selecting 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 obtain maximum enjoyment from your n...

  • 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 operation ......................................... 33 first-time operation....................... 33 fill engine oil .................................... 33 breaking in engine............................ 33 getting to know your boat ............... 33 checks before starting engine...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents treatment of submerged motor .... 71 consumer information.................... 72 yamaha four-stroke outboard motor three-year limited warranty ............................... 72 important warranty information if you use your yamaha outside the u.S.A. Or canada ................... 7...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    1 safety information emu33623 outboard motor safety observe these precautions at all times. Emu36502 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 neu- tral, and sharp edges of the propeller can cut even ...

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Safety information 2 emu33901 carbon monoxide this product emits exhaust gases which con- tain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas which may cause brain damage or death when inhaled. Symptoms include nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness. Keep cockpit and cabin areas well ventilated. Avoid blocki...

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    Safety information 3 operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people, objects, and other boats. Do not follow directly behind other boats or waterskiers. Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that make it hard for others to avoid you or un- derstand where you are going. A...

  • Page 10: Safety Information

    Safety information 4 require a rental checklist be completed. Plea- sure craft operators cards can be obtained following the completion of a competency course, with an on-line option. Details can be found on transport canada’s website. Www.Tc.Gc.Ca emu33881 passenger training make sure at least one ...

  • Page 11: Safety Information

    Safety information 5 emu33692 basic boating rules (rules of the road) just as there are rules that apply when you are driving on streets and highways, there are waterway rules that apply when you are driv- ing your boat. These rules are used interna- tionally. (for u.S.A.: and are also enforced by t...

  • Page 12: Safety Information

    Safety information 6 meeting if you are meeting another power vessel head on, and are close enough to run the risk of collision, neither of you has the right-of-way both of you should alter course to avoid an accident. You should keep the other vessel on your port (left) side. This rule doesn’t appl...

  • Page 13: Safety Information

    Safety information 7 fishing vessel right-of-way all vessels that are fishing with nets, lines or trawls are considered to be “fishing vessels” under the international rules. Vessels with trolling lines are not considered fishing ves- sels. Fishing vessels have the right-of-way regardless of positio...

  • Page 14: Safety Information

    Safety information 8 zmu01708 u6eg31e0.Book page 8 tuesday, february 23, 2016 11:09 am.

  • Page 15: General Information

    General information 9 emu25172 identification numbers record emu25186 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 16: General Information

    General information 10 manufactured date the manufactured date is stamped on the la- bel for the engines that conform to the regu- lations for u.S. Environmental protection agency (epa). The models that manufac- tured exclusively for the oceanian countries may not have manufactured date on the la- b...

  • Page 17: General Information

    General information 11 emu33524 read manuals and labels before operating or working on this outboard 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. Emu33836 warn...

  • Page 18: General Information

    General information 12 emu44252 contents of labels the above warning labels mean as follows. 1 warning ewm02731 gasoline is highly flammable and explo- sive. Shut off engine before refueling. Tighten tank cap and air vent valve when not in use. 2 warning ewm01682 keep hands, hair, and clothing away ...

  • Page 19: General Information

    General information 13 emu35133 symbols the following symbols mean as follows. Notice/warning read owner’s manual hazard caused by continuous rotation electrical hazard zmu05696 zmu05664 zmu05665 zmu05666 u6eg31e0.Book page 13 tuesday, february 23, 2016 11:09 am.

  • Page 20

    Specifications and requirements 14 emu38092 specifications tip: “(al)” stated in the specification data below represents the numerical value for the alumi- num propeller installed. Emu2821v dimension and weight: overall length: 625 mm (24.6 in) overall width: 363 mm (14.3 in) overall height s: 1049 ...

  • Page 21

    Specifications and requirements 15 recommended gear oil: yamalube marine gearcase lube or hypoid gear oil recommended gear oil grade: sae 90 api gl-4 gear oil quantity: 0.075 l (0.079 us qt, 0.066 imp.Qt) tightening torque: spark plug: 13 nm (1.33 kgf-m, 9.6 ft-lb) engine oil drain bolt: 18 nm (1.84...

  • Page 22

    Specifications and requirements 16 emu44831 engine oil requirements select an oil grade according to the average temperatures in the area where the outboard motor will be used. If oil grades listed under recommended en- gine oil grade 1 are not available, select an al- ternative oil grade listed und...

  • Page 23

    Specifications and requirements 17 tions may also result in unscheduled maintenance, fuel system damage, and in- ternal engine damage. [ecm04480] notice ecm01982 do not use leaded gasoline. Leaded gasoline can seriously damage the en- gine. Avoid getting water and contaminants in the fuel tank. Cont...

  • Page 24

    Specifications and requirements 18 gasoline filtration yamaha outboard motors are equipped with internal fuel filters. However, excessive water or debris entering your engine’s fuel system could prematurely clog the internal filters, causing starting and running problems, fuel system damage, and int...

  • Page 25

    Specifications and requirements 19 sacrificial anodes are attached to the out- board motor to provide corrosion protection and must never be painted. Sacrificial anodes made from a different ma- terial may be necessary for maximum corro- sion protection due to your local water conditions. Please con...

  • Page 26

    Specifications and requirements 20 emu40331 one star—low emission the one-star label identifies engines that meet the air resources board’s personal watercraft and outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission standards. Engines meet- ing these standards have 75% lower emis- sions than conventional c...

  • Page 27

    Specifications and requirements 21 zmu05663 u6eg31e0.Book page 21 tuesday, february 23, 2016 11:09 am.

  • Page 28: Components

    Components 22 emu46721 components diagram tip: * may not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models (order from dealer). 1 8 7 9 10 11 12 2 5 13 14 3 4 6 zmu08343 1. Top cowling 2. Tiller handle 3. Clamp bracket 4. Trim rod 5. Cooling water inlet 6. Anode 7. Ai...

  • Page 29: Components

    Components 23 emu44005 fuel tank (built-in fuel tank) this outboard motor is equipped with a built- in fuel tank and its parts are as follows. 1 2 7 8 9 10 11 3 4 5 6 zmu08422 1. Air vent valve 2. Fuel tank cap 3. Gear shift lever 4. Choke knob 5. Restraint cable attachment 6. Clamp screw 7. Manual ...

  • Page 30: Components

    Components 24 fuel tank cap this cap seals the fuel tank. When the cap is removed, the tank can be filled with fuel. To remove the cap, turn it counterclockwise. Air vent valve this valve is on the fuel tank cap. To open the air vent valve, align the pointer on the air vent valve with the “on” posit...

  • Page 31: Components

    Components 25 emu25914 tiller handle to change direction, move the tiller handle to the left or right as necessary. Emu25931 gear shift lever pulling the gear shift lever towards you puts the engine in forward gear so that the boat moves ahead. Emu25943 throttle grip the throttle grip is on the till...

  • Page 32: Components

    Components 26 the engine start mark “ ” on the throttle indi- cator shows the throttle position for starting the engine. Emu39244 throttle friction adjuster the throttle friction adjuster provides adjust- able resistance when the throttle grip is turned, and can be set according to operator preferen...

  • Page 33: Components

    Components 27 emu26004 engine stop button the engine stop button stops the engine when the button is pushed. Emu26015 pull-type choke knob pull the choke knob to supply a rich fuel mix- ture to the engine. Emu26075 manual starter handle the manual starter handle is used to crank and start the engine...

  • Page 34: Components

    Components 28 to increase resistance, turn the steering fric- tion adjuster clockwise. To decrease resistance, turn the steering fric- tion adjuster counterclockwise. Emu40102 trim rod (tilt pin) the trim rod (tilt pin) is used to adjust the trim angle of the outboard motor in relation to the angle ...

  • Page 35: Components

    Components 29 emu39373 carrying handle the carrying handle is used to carry the out- board motor. For information on carrying and transporting the outboard motor, see page 48. 1. Cowling lock lever 1. Carrying handle 1 zmu08359 1 zmu08360 u6eg31e0.Book page 29 tuesday, february 23, 2016 11:09 am.

  • Page 36: Installation

    Installation 30 emu39732 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. Proper mounting depends in part on experience and the specific boat and motor combination....

  • Page 37: Installation

    Installation 31 5. Mount the outboard motor on the center line (keel line) of the boat, and ensure that the boat itself is well balanced. Other- wise the boat will be hard to steer. For boats without a keel or which are asym- metrical, consult your dealer. 6. Turn the steering friction adjuster coun...

  • Page 38: Installation

    Installation 32 notice ecm02171 check that the idle hole stays high enough to keep out water getting inside engine even if the boat is in stationary with maximum load. Incorrect engine height or obstructions to the smooth flow of water (such as the design or condition of the boat) can cre- ate airbo...

  • Page 39: Operation

    Operation 33 emu36382 first-time operation emu36393 fill engine oil the engine is shipped from the factory with- out engine oil. If your dealer did not fill the oil, you must fill it before starting the engine. Notice: check that the engine is filled with oil before first-time operation to avoid sev...

  • Page 40: Operation

    Operation 34 notice ecm00121 do not start the engine out of water. Over- heating and serious engine damage can occur. Emu36561 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 as an emergency re...

  • Page 41: Operation

    Operation 35 emu36453 check for fuel leaks check for fuel leaks or gasoline fumes in the boat. Check for fuel leakage from the fuel sys- tem. Check the fuel tank and fuel lines for cracks, swellings, or other damage. Emu36893 controls move the tiller handle fully to the left and right to make sure o...

  • Page 42: Operation

    Operation 36 6. Install the oil filler cap and tighten it com- pletely. 7. Install the top cowling. Emu27154 engine check the engine and engine mounting. Look for loose or damaged fasteners. Check the propeller for damage. Check for engine oil leaks. Emu42982 installing top cowling 1. Check the rubb...

  • Page 43: Operation

    Operation 37 emu46630 filling fuel warning ewm01951 be sure the outboard motor is securely fastened to the transom or a stable stand. Warning ewm01831 gasoline and its vapors are highly flam- mable and explosive. Always refuel ac- cording to this procedure to reduce the risk of fire and explosion. G...

  • Page 44: Operation

    Operation 38 you use a portable container to store and dispense fuel, only use a locally ap- proved gasoline container. Emu44112 operating engine warning ewm02702 before starting the engine, make sure that the boat is tightly moored and that you can steer clear of any obstructions. Be sure there are...

  • Page 45: Operation

    Operation 39 boat could slow rapidly. This could cau- se people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward. 1. Move the gear shift lever to the neutral position. Warning! Always start the engine in neutral to avoid accidentally moving the boat. [ewm00112] 2. Attach the engine shut-off cord to a se...

  • Page 46: Operation

    Operation 40 tip: it is not necessary to use the choke when starting a warm engine, such as immediately after the outboard motor has been operated under a load. 5. Pull the manual starter handle slowly un- til you feel resistance. Then give a strong pull straight out to crank and start the en- gine....

  • Page 47: Operation

    Operation 41 up the engine by operating at one fifth throttle or less. After the engine has warmed up, push the choke knob in fully. Notice: failure to do so will shorten engine life. [ecm04550] tip: if the choke knob is left pulled out after the engine starts, the engine will stall. In temperatures...

  • Page 48: Operation

    Operation 42 2. Move the gear shift lever firmly and crisp- ly toward the stern. To shift from in gear to neutral 1. Close the throttle so that the engine slows to idle speed. 2. After the engine is at idle speed in gear, move the gear shift lever firmly and crisp- ly into the neutral position. Emu4...

  • Page 49: Operation

    Operation 43 2. After stopping the engine, close the air vent valve and fuel cock. Tip: the engine can also be stopped by pulling the engine shut-off cord and removing the clip from the engine shut-off switch. Emu27865 trimming outboard motor warning ewm00741 excessive trim for the operating condi- ...

  • Page 50: Operation

    Operation 44 emu42832 adjusting trim angle warning ewm04300 stop the engine before adjusting the trim angle. Use care to avoid being pinched when moving the trim rod. Use caution when trying a trim position for the first time. Increase speed gradu- ally and watch for any signs of instability or cont...

  • Page 51: Operation

    Operation 45 bow up too much trim-out puts the bow of the boat too high in the water. Performance and econ- omy are decreased because the hull of the boat is pushing the water and there is more air drag. Excessive trim-out can also cause the propeller to ventilate, which reduces per- formance furthe...

  • Page 52: Operation

    Operation 46 notice ecm00232 before tilting the outboard motor, follow the procedure under “stopping engine” in this chapter. Never tilt the outboard motor while the engine is running. Se- vere damage from overheating can re- sult. Do not tilt up the engine by pushing the tiller handle because this ...

  • Page 53: Operation

    Operation 47 5. Hold the carrying handle and tilt the en- gine up fully until the tilt support lever au- tomatically locks. Tip: if the outboard motor is not facing forward, the tilt support lever cannot automatically turn to the locked position. If the tilt support lever does not automatically lock...

  • Page 54: Maintenance

    Maintenance 48 emu43017 transporting and storing out- board motor warning ewm02621 use care when transporting fuel tank, whether in a boat or car. Do not fill fuel container to maximum capacity. Gasoline will expand consider- ably as it warms up and can build up pressure in the fuel container. This ...

  • Page 55: Maintenance

    Maintenance 49 5. To prevent steering movement, turn the steering friction adjuster clockwise. 6. Turn the tiller handle 180° so that it is pointing rearward. 7. Loosen the clamp screws. 8. Hold the carrying handle and the hand- grip on the front side of the bottom cowl- ing and lift up the outboard...

  • Page 56: Maintenance

    Maintenance 50 to transport the outboard motor horizontally when transporting the outboard motor on its side, observe the following precautions. Tighten the clamp screws completely and place a mat or something similar under the outboard motor. Otherwise, the outboard motor could be damaged or vibrat...

  • Page 57: Maintenance

    Maintenance 51 it is advisable to have your outboard motor serviced by an authorized yamaha dealer pri- or to storage. However, the following proce- dures can be performed by the owner. Notice ecm02213 do not place the outboard motor on its side before the cooling water has drained from it completel...

  • Page 58: Maintenance

    Maintenance 52 and almost stall. Warning! Do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or during operation. Keep hands, hair, and clothes away from the flywheel and other rotating parts while the engine is running. [ewm00092] tip: when the top cowling is removed while the engine is running,...

  • Page 59: Maintenance

    Maintenance 53 2. Drain the cooling water completely out of the outboard motor. Clean the body thoroughly. Emu28463 checking painted surface of outboard motor check the outboard motor for scratches, nicks, or flaking paint. Areas with damaged paint are more likely to corrode. If necessary, clean and...

  • Page 60: Maintenance

    Maintenance 54 emu46071 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 adjusted...

  • Page 61: Maintenance

    Maintenance 55 fuel/engine oil leakage inspection — gear oil replacement 63 greasing points greasing 57 impeller/water pump housing inspection or re- placement as nec- essary — impeller/water pump housing replacement — propeller/propeller nut/cotter pin inspection or re- placement as nec- essary 62 ...

  • Page 62: Maintenance

    Maintenance 56 emu46000 *1 thermostat cover *2 thermostat cover emu46080 maintenance chart 2 wire harness con- nections/wire cou- pler connections inspection or re- placement as nec- essary — fuel tank (built-in tank) inspection and cleaning as neces- sary — item actions every page 1000 hours exhaus...

  • Page 63: Maintenance

    Maintenance 57 emu41302 greasing yamalube marine grease zmu08403 u6eg31e0.Book page 57 tuesday, february 23, 2016 11:09 am.

  • Page 64: Maintenance

    Maintenance 58 emu44891 inspecting the spark plug the spark plug is an important engine com- ponent. The condition of the spark plug can indicate something about the condition of the engine. For example, if the center electrode porcelain is very white, this could indicate an intake air leak or carbu...

  • Page 65: Maintenance

    Maintenance 59 to install the spark plug 1. Wipe off any dirt from the threads, insu- lator, and gasket surface of the spark plug. 2. Install the spark plug, and then tighten it to the specified torque. Tip: if a torque-wrench is not available when you are reinstalling a spark plug, a good estimate ...

  • Page 66: Maintenance

    Maintenance 60 2. Start the engine. Warm it up and keep the idle speed for 5-10 minutes. 3. Stop the engine and leave it for 5-10 mi- nutes. 4. Remove the top cowling. 5. Remove the oil filler cap. Tip: the oil lubrication check window does not in- dicate the engine oil level. Use the oil lubrica- t...

  • Page 67: Maintenance

    Maintenance 61 tip: if a torque wrench is not available when you are installing the drain screw, finger tighten the screw just until the gasket comes into contact with the surface of the drain hole. Then tighten 1/4 to 1/2 turn more. Tighten the drain screw to the correct torque with a torque wrench...

  • Page 68: Maintenance

    Maintenance 62 emu39303 checking propeller warning ewm02281 you could be seriously injured if the en- gine accidentally starts when you are near the propeller. Before inspecting, remov- ing, or installing the propeller, place the gear shift lever in neutral, and remove the clip from the engine shut-...

  • Page 69: Maintenance

    Maintenance 63 emu30673 installing propeller emu39327 spline models notice ecm00502 make sure to use a new cotter pin and bend the ends over securely. Otherwise, the propeller could come off during oper- ation and be lost. 1. Apply yamalube marine grease or yamaha grease d (corrosion resistant greas...

  • Page 70: Maintenance

    Maintenance 64 4. Remove the oil level plug and gasket to allow the oil to drain completely. Notice: check the used gear oil after it has been drained. If the gear oil is milky or contains water or a large amount of metal particles, the gear case may be damaged. Have a yamaha dealer check and repair...

  • Page 71: Maintenance

    Maintenance 65 1. Anode 1 zmu08405 u6eg31e0.Book page 65 tuesday, february 23, 2016 11:09 am.

  • Page 72: Trouble Recovery

    Trouble recovery 66 emu46690 troubleshooting this section describes the likely causes and remedies for problems, such as those in the fuel, compression, and ignition systems, poor starting, and loss of power. Please note that all of the items in this section may not apply to your model. If your outb...

  • Page 73: Trouble Recovery

    Trouble recovery 67 a. Have serviced by a yamaha dealer. Q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect? A. Connect correctly. Q. Is throttle cable adjustment incorrect? A. Have serviced by a yamaha dealer. Engine power loss. Q. Is propeller damaged? A. Have propeller repaired or replaced. Q. Is propeller pi...

  • Page 74: Trouble Recovery

    Trouble recovery 68 a. Have serviced by a yamaha dealer. Q. Are weeds or other foreign material tan- gled on propeller? A. Remove and clean propeller. Q. Is steering pivot loose or damaged? A. Have serviced by a yamaha dealer. Emu29434 temporary action in emergen- cy emu29442 impact damage warning e...

  • Page 75: Trouble Recovery

    Trouble recovery 69 do not touch the ignition coil, spark plug wire, spark plug cap, or other electrical components when starting or operating the motor. You could get an electrical shock. Emu42923 emergency engine starting before performing the following procedure, make sure to read the emergency s...

  • Page 76: Trouble Recovery

    Trouble recovery 70 7. Place the fuel tank in its original position, and then install the bolts. 8. Insert the knotted end of the emergency starter rope into the notch in the flywheel magnet and wind the rope several turns around the flywheel magnet clockwise. 9. Attach the engine shut-off cord to a...

  • Page 77: Trouble Recovery

    Trouble recovery 71 emu33502 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 until it has been com- pletely inspected. [ecm00402] zmu08...

  • Page 78: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 72 emu29837 yamaha four-stroke outboard motor three-year limited warranty zmu07048 yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. And yamaha motor canada ltd. (“yamaha”) hereby warrant that new yamaha four-stroke outboard motors will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the pe...

  • Page 79: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 73 zmu07047 specific parts excluded from warranty. Parts replaced due to normal wear or routine maintenance such as oil, spark plugs, shear pins, propellers, hubs, fuel and oil filters, brushes for the starter motor and power tilt motor, water pump impellers, and anodes, are not...

  • Page 80: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 74 emu29846 important warranty information if you use your yamaha outside the u.S.A. Or canada welcome to the yamaha family! Congratulations on the purchase of your new yamaha products. Yamaha is commit- ted to exceptional customer satisfaction and we want your ownership experie...

  • Page 81: Index

    75 index a accident reporting .................................. 3 alcohol and drugs................................... 2 anode (external), inspecting and replacing............................................. 64 anti-fouling paint .................................. 18 approval label of emission con...

  • Page 82: Index

    Index 76 impact damage..................................... 68 installation requirements ...................... 15 l laws and regulations.............................. 4 lubrication............................................ 52 m maintenance chart 1............................. 54 maintenance chart...

  • Page 83

    Emu43024 for your best ownership experience, think genuine yamaha! Genuine yamaha parts — genuine yamaha replacement parts are the exact same parts as the ones originally equipped on your vehicle, providing you with the performance and du- rability you have come to expect. Why settle for aftermarket...

  • Page 84

    Printed in thailand february 2016 u6eg31e0.Book page 1 tuesday, february 23, 2016 11:09 am.