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Yamaha F115D Owner's Manual

Manual is about: Outboard Motor F115D; LF115D

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    Printed in japan april 2004–1.0 × 1 ! Printed on recycled paper f115d lf115d owner’s manual 68v-28199-15 u.S.A.Edition lit-18626-06-06 68v15 hyoshi 3/25/04 12:36 am page 1.

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    Emu25060 zmu01690 read this owner’s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor. 68v15 hyoshi 3/25/04 12:36 am page 2.

  • Page 3: Important Manual Information

    Important manual information emu25100 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 general information .......................... 1 identification numbers record ........... 1 outboard motor serial number .......... 1 key number....................................... 1 emission control information ............ 1 north american models..................... 1 star l...

  • Page 5: Table of Contents

    Table of contents control models) ............................. 34 reverse (automatic reverse lock and power trim and tilt models)..... 34 stopping engine ............................. 35 procedure ....................................... 35 trimming outboard motor ............... 35 adjusting trim a...

  • Page 6: General Information

    1 general information emu25170 identification numbers record emu25182 outboard motor serial number the outboard motor serial number is stamped on the label attached to the port side of the clamp bracket or the upper part of the swivel bracket. Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces p...

  • Page 7: General Information

    General information 2 emu25261 manufactured date label this label is attached to the clamp bracket or the swivel bracket. Emu25272 star labels your outboard motor is labeled with a cali- fornia air resources board (carb) star la- bel. See below for a description of your particular label. Emu25280 on...

  • Page 8: General Information

    General information 3 emu25300 three stars—ultra low emission the three-star label identifies engines that meet the air resources board’s 2008 ex- haust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 65% lower emissions than one star-low-emission engines. Emu25361 safety information ● befo...

  • Page 9: General Information

    General information 4 of the road” on page 4. ● stay informed about the weather. Check weather forecasts before boating. Avoid boating in hazardous weather. ● tell someone where you are going: leave a float plan with a responsible person. Be sure to cancel the float plan when you re- turn. ● use com...

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    General information 5 are waterway rules which apply when you are driving your boat. These rules are used internationally, and are also enforced by the united states coast guard and local agen- cies. You should be aware of these rules, and follow them whenever you encounter another vessel on the wat...

  • Page 11: General Information

    General 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 ves- sel on your port (left) side. This rule doesn’t...

  • Page 12: General Information

    General information 7 or trawls are considered to be “fishing ves- sels” under the international rules. Vessels with trolling lines are not considered fishing vessels. Fishing vessels have the right-of- way regardless of position. Fishing vessels cannot, however, impede the passage of other vessels ...

  • Page 13: General Information

    General information 8 emu25540 fueling instructions warning ewm00010 gasoline and its vapors are high- ly flammable and explosive! ● do not smoke when refueling, and keep away from sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition. ● stop engine before refueling. ● refuel in a well-ventilated area. Refue...

  • Page 14: General Information

    General information 9 dry rags. ● do not overfill the fuel tank. ● tighten the filler cap securely after re- fueling. ● if you should swallow some gasoline, inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get gasoline in your eyes, get immediate medical attention. ● if any gasoline spills onto your skin, im- med...

  • Page 15: General Information

    General information 10 electric system could perform poorly or be overloaded, causing electric system damage. For electric start models, choose a battery which meets the following specifications. Emu25711 battery specifications note: the engine cannot be started if battery volt- age is too low. Emu2...

  • Page 16: Basic Components

    11 basic components emu25795 main components note: * may not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all mod- els. F115d, lf115d emu26180 remote control the remote control lever actuates both the shifter and the throttle. The electrical switch- es are mounted on the re...

  • Page 17: Basic Components

    Basic components 12 emu26190 remote control lever moving the lever forward from the neutral po- sition engages forward gear. Pulling the le- ver back from neutral engages reverse. The engine will continue to run at idle until the le- ver is moved about 35° (a detent can be felt). Moving the lever fa...

  • Page 18: Basic Components

    Basic components 13 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 throttle lever. Note: the neutral throttle lever will operate only when the remote control lever is ...

  • Page 19: Basic Components

    Basic components 14 there is too much resistance, it could be difficult to move throttle lever or grip, which could result in an accident. When constant speed is desired, tighten the adjuster to maintain the desired throttle set- ting. Emu25990 engine stop lanyard switch the lock plate must be attac...

  • Page 20: Basic Components

    Basic components 15 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- ti...

  • Page 21: Basic Components

    Basic components 16 while the boat is moving could increase the risk of falling overboard and could distract the operator, increasing the risk of collision with another boat or an obsta- cle. Note: for instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch, see page 37. Emu26161 power trim and tilt sw...

  • Page 22: Basic Components

    Basic components 17 emu26340 tilt support lever for power trim and tilt or hydro tilt model to keep the outboard motor in the tilted up position, lock the tilt support lever to the clamp bracket. Emu26382 top cowling lock lever (pull up type) to remove the engine top cowling, pull up the lock lever(...

  • Page 23: Basic Components

    Basic components 18 emu26470 tachometer this gauge shows the engine speed and has the following functions. Emu26491 digital tachometer the tachometer shows the engine speed and has the following functions. Note: all segments of the display will light momen- tarily after the main switch is turned on ...

  • Page 24: Basic Components

    Basic components 19 emu26521 low oil pressure warning indicator if oil pressure drops too low, the warning in- dicator will start to blink. For further informa- tion, see page 26. Caution: ecm00020 ● do not continue to run the engine if the low oil pressure warning indicator is on and the engine oil...

  • Page 25: Basic Components

    Basic components 20 emu26600 speedometer (digital type) this gauge shows the boat speed. Note: after the main switch is first turned on, all segments of the display come on as a test. After a few seconds, the gauge will change to normal operation. Watch the gauge when turning on the main switch to m...

  • Page 26: Basic Components

    Basic components 21 the power trim and tilt switch. ● if the trim angle of your motor exceeds the trim operating range, the top segment on the trim meter display will blink. Emu26650 hour meter (digital type) this meter shows the number of hours the engine has been run. It can be set to show the tot...

  • Page 27: Basic Components

    Basic components 22 display will begin blinking. Press the “ ” (mode) button until the desired minute is dis- played. Press the “ ” (set) button again to start the clock. Note: the clock operates on battery power. Dis- connecting the battery will stop the clock. Reset the clock after connecting the ...

  • Page 28: Basic Components

    Basic components 23 vice has activated. For charging the bat- tery, consult your yamaha dealer. Emu26740 fuel management meter the fuel management meter shows the state of the fuel consumption while the engine is running. Note: after the main switch is first turned on, all segments of the display co...

  • Page 29: Basic Components

    Basic components 24 ● the fuel consumption meter and fuel economy meter will indicate the same unit of measurement. Emu26760 fuel consumption meter this gauge displays the total amount of fuel consumed since the gauge was last reset. Press the “ ” (mode) button repeatedly until the indicator on the ...

  • Page 30: Basic Components

    Basic components 25 greater if the engines are of different year models. In addition, variations in propel- lers, even of the same basic dimensions of the same design, can also cause a slight variation in fuel consumption. Emu26780 twin-engine speed synchronizer this gauge displays the difference in...

  • Page 31: Basic Components

    Basic components 26 ● the buzzer will sound. If the warning system has activated, stop the engine and check the cooling water inlet for clogging. Note: dual engine drive users: should the overheat warning system of one engine activate, the engine will slow down and the buzzer will sound. This will c...

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    Basic components 27 ● the buzzer will sound. If the warning system has activated, stop the engine as soon as it is safe to do so. Check the oil level and add oil as needed. If the oil level is correct, consult your yamaha dealer. Caution: ecm00100 do not continue to run the engine if the low oil pre...

  • Page 33: Operation

    28 operation emu26901 installation caution: ecm00110 incorrect engine height or obstructions to smooth water flow (such as the design or condition of the boat, or accessories such as transom ladders or depth finder transducers) can create airborne water spray while the boat is cruising. Severe engin...

  • Page 34: Operation

    Operation 29 emu26930 mounting height (boat bottom) to run your boat at optimum efficiency, the water resistance (drag) of the boat and out- board motor must be made as little as possi- ble. The mounting height of the outboard motor greatly affects the water resistance. If the mounting height is too...

  • Page 35: Operation

    Operation 30 not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the out- board motor. Otherwise an accident could occur. Caution: ecm00120 do not start the engine out of water. Over- heating and serious engine damage can occur. Emu27110 fuel ● check to be sure you have plenty of f...

  • Page 36: Operation

    Operation 31 emu30021 filling fuel warning ewm00060 gasoline and its vapors are highly flam- mable and explosive. Keep away from sparks, cigarettes, flames, or other sources of ignition. 1. Remove the fuel tank cap. 2. Carefully fill the fuel tank. 3. Securely close the cap after filling the tank. W...

  • Page 37: Operation

    Operation 32 emu27490 starting engine emu27624 electric start and remote control models 1. Place the remote control lever in “ ” (neutral). Note: the start-in-gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu- tral. 2. Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a secure place...

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    Operation 33 3. Turn the main switch to “ ” (on). Note: dual engine users: when the main switch is turned on, the buzzer operates for a few sec- onds then stops automatically. The buzzer also operates if one of the engines stalls. 4. Turn the main switch to “ ” (start), and hold it for a maximum of ...

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    Operation 34 emu27740 shifting warning ewm00180 before shifting, make sure there are no swimmers or obstacles in the water near you. Caution: ecm00220 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 ...

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    Operation 35 emu27820 stopping engine before stopping the engine, first let it cool off for a few minutes at idle or low speed. Stop- ping the engine immediately after operating at high speed is not recommended. Emu27844 procedure 1. Push and hold the engine stop button or turn the main switch to “ ...

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    Operation 36 the boat begins to feel unstable or is hard to steer, slow down and/or readjust the trim angle. Emu27881 adjusting trim angle power trim and tilt models warning ewm00750 ● be sure all people are clear of the out- board motor when adjusting the tilt an- gle, also be careful not to pinch ...

  • Page 42: Operation

    Operation 37 to raise the bow (trim-out), press the switch “ ” (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. Note: to adjust the trim angle while the boa...

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    Operation 38 if the boat is moored in shallows, the out- board motor should be tilted up to protect the propeller and casing from damage by colli- sion with obstructions, and also to reduce salt corrosion. Warning ewm00220 be sure all people are clear of the out- board motor when tilting up and down...

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    Operation 39 4. Push the tilt support knob into the clamp bracket or pull the tilt support lever to- ward you to support the engine. Warning ewm00260 after tilting the outboard motor, be sure to support it with the tilt support knob or tilt support lever. Otherwise the outboard motor could fall back...

  • Page 45: Operation

    Operation 40 3. Push the power tilt / power trim and tilt switch “ ” (down) to lower the outboard motor to the desired position. Emu28060 cruising in shallow water the outboard motor can be tilted up partially to allow operation in shallow water. Emu28090 power trim and tilt models / power tilt mode...

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    Operation 41 2. Slightly tilt the outboard motor up to the desired position using the power trim / tilt switch. 3. To return the outboard motor to the nor- mal running position, press the power trim / tilt switch and slowly tilt the out- board motor down. Emu28190 cruising in other conditions cruisi...

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    42 maintenance emu28215 specifications dimension: overall length: 825 mm (32.5 in) overall width: 498 mm (19.6 in) overall height l: f115tr 1609 mm (63.3 in) overall height x: 1736 mm (68.3 in) transom height l: f115tr 516 mm (20.3 in) transom height x: 643 mm (25.3 in) weight (without propeller) l:...

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    Maintenance 43 wet sump engine oil quantity (excluding oil filter): 4.3 l (4.55 us qt) (3.78 imp.Qt) recommended gear oil: hypoid gear oil sae#90 gear oil quantity: f115tr 760.0 cm 3 (25.70 us oz) (26.81 imp.Oz) lf115tr 715.0 cm 3 (24.18 us oz) (25.17 imp.Oz) tightening torque for engine: spark plug...

  • Page 49: Maintenance

    Maintenance 44 lowing procedures. Caution: ecm01080 ● to prevent problems which can be caused by oil entering the cylinder from the sump, keep the outboard motor in the attitude shown when transporting and storing it. If storing or transporting the outboard motor on its side (not up- right), put it ...

  • Page 50: Maintenance

    Maintenance 45 parts while the engine is running. 6. Run the engine at a fast idle for 10–15 minutes in neutral position while supply- ing fresh water. 7. Just prior to turning off the engine, quick- ly spray “yamaha stor-rite engine fogging oil” (part no. Lub-strrt-12- 00) alternately into each car...

  • Page 51: Maintenance

    Maintenance 46 equipment, lighted cigarettes, and so on.) ● do not smoke when charging or han- dling batteries. Keep batteries and electrolytic fluid out of reach of children. Batteries vary among manufacturers. There- fore the following procedures may not al- ways apply. Consult your battery manufa...

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    Maintenance 47 instead of cooling the engine, which can cause serious overheating. Be sure the connector is tightened securely on the fit- ting after flushing the engine. Note: ● when flushing the engine with the boat in the water, tilting up the outboard motor un- til it is completely out of the wa...

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    Maintenance 48 emu30560 maintenance chart note: ● refer to the sections in this chapter for explanations of each owner-specific action. ● the maintenance cycle on these charts assume usage of 200 hours per year. Maintenance frequency should be adjusted according to usage conditions. ● disassembly or...

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    Maintenance 49 note: when operating in salt water, turbid or muddy water, the engine should be flushed with clean water after each use. Emu28871 maintenance chart (additional) emu28910 note: when using lead or high-sulfur gasoline, inspecting valve clearance may be required more frequently than ever...

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    Maintenance 50 emu28931 greasing yamaha marine grease (water resistant grease) f115d, lf115d emu28951 cleaning and adjusting spark plug warning ewm00560 when removing or installing a spark plug, be careful not to damage the insulator. A damaged insulator could allow external sparks, which could lead...

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    Maintenance 51 when fitting the plug, always clean the gas- ket surface and use a new gasket. Wipe off any dirt from the threads and screw in the spark plug to the correct torque. Note: if a torque-wrench is not available when you are fitting a spark plug, a good estimate of the correct torque is 1/...

  • Page 57: Maintenance

    Maintenance 52 emu28980 inspecting fuel filter warning ewm00310 gasoline is highly flammable, and its va- pors are flammable and explosive. ● if you have any question about properly doing this procedure, consult your yamaha dealer. ● do not perform this procedure on a hot or running engine. Allow th...

  • Page 58: Maintenance

    Maintenance 53 parts while the engine is running. ● 2-hp models: the propeller rotates whenever the engine is running. Do not move the throttle control lever from the start position during warm-up. The boat could unexpectedly start to move, which could result in an accident. Caution: ecm00490 this p...

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    Maintenance 54 2. Prepare a suitable container that holds a larger amount than the engine oil capac- ity. Loosen and remove the drain screw while holding the container under the drain hole. Then remove the oil filler cap. Let the oil drain completely. Wipe up any spilled oil immediately. 3. Put a ne...

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    Maintenance 55 specified level if it is above the upper mark. 7. Dispose of used oil according to local regulations. Note: ● for more information on the disposal of used oil, consult your yamaha dealer. ● change the oil more often when operating the engine under adverse conditions such as extended t...

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    Maintenance 56 4. Use the tilt support lever to lock the mo- tor in the up position. Operate the tilt down switch briefly so the motor is sup- ported by the tilt support lever. 5. Check that the tilt rod and trim rods are free of corrosion or other flaws. 6. Activate the tilt-down switch until the t...

  • Page 62: Maintenance

    Maintenance 57 checkpoints ● 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 / shear pin for wear or damage. ● check for fish line tangled around the pro- peller shaft. ● check the pro...

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    Maintenance 58 could be damaged. ● be sure to use a new cotter pin and bend the ends over securely. Otherwise the propeller could come off during op- eration and be lost. 1. Apply yamaha marine grease or a cor- rosion resistant grease to the propeller shaft. 2. Install the thrust washer and propelle...

  • Page 64: Maintenance

    Maintenance 59 sition, and using a flexible or pressur- ized filling device, inject the gear oil into the gear oil drain screw hole. 6. When the oil begins to flow out of the oil level plug hole, insert and tighten the oil level plug. 7. Insert and tighten the gear oil drain screw. Emu29312 inspecti...

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    Maintenance 60 dling or working near batteries. Antidote (external): ● skin - flush with water. ● eyes - flush with water for 15 minutes and get immediate medical attention. Antidote (internal): ● drink large quantities of water or milk followed by milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or vegetable oil. Get...

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    Maintenance 61 when installing the battery and discon- nect the black battery cable first when removing it. Otherwise, the electrical parts can be damaged. ● the electrical contacts of the battery and cables must be clean and properly connected, or the battery will not start the engine. Connect the ...

  • Page 67: Trouble Recovery

    62 trouble recovery emu29422 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 68: Trouble Recovery

    Trouble recovery 63 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...

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    Trouble recovery 64 a. Have serviced by a yamaha dealer. 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 ...

  • Page 70: Trouble Recovery

    Trouble recovery 65 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 properly to shift lever position? A. Have serviced by a yama...

  • Page 71: Trouble Recovery

    Trouble recovery 66 emu29480 replacing fuse if the fuse has blown on an electric start model, remove the electrical cover, open the fuse holder, and replace the fuse with a new one of the proper amperage. Warning ewm00630 be sure to use the specified fuse. An in- correct fuse or a piece of wire coul...

  • Page 72: Trouble Recovery

    Trouble recovery 67 of a discharged battery or a failure with the power trim and tilt unit/the power tilt, the en- gine can be tilted manually. 1. Loosen the manual valve screw by turn- ing it counterclockwise until it stops. 2. Put the engine in the desired position, then tighten the manual valve s...

  • Page 73: Trouble Recovery

    Trouble recovery 68 3. Lift up the rear of flywheel cover and pull it forward to remove it. 4. Prepare the engine for starting. For fur- ther information, see page 32. Be sure the engine is in neutral and that the en- gine stop switch lanyard lock plate is at- tached to the engine stop switch. The m...

  • Page 74: Trouble Recovery

    Trouble recovery 69 dure below in order to minimize engine dam- age. Emu29790 procedure 1. Thoroughly wash away mud, salt, sea- weed, and so on, with fresh water. 2. Remove the spark plugs and face the spark plug holes downward to allow any water, mud, or contaminants to drain. 3. Drain the fuel fro...

  • Page 75: Consumer Information

    70 consumer information emu29811 important warranty information for u.S.A. And canada.

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    Consumer information 71.

  • Page 77: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 72 emu29830 yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Four-stroke outboard motor three-year limited warranty.

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    Consumer information 73.

  • Page 79: Consumer Information

    Consumer information 74 emu29840 important warranty information if you use your yamaha outside u.S.A. Or canada.

  • Page 80: F115D

    Printed in japan april 2004–1.0 × 1 ! Printed on recycled paper f115d lf115d owner’s manual 68v-28199-15 u.S.A.Edition lit-18626-06-06 68v15 hyoshi 3/25/04 12:36 am page 1.

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    Yamaha motor co., ltd. Made in japan pays d'origine japon outboard motor warranty registration enregistrement de la garantie du moteur hors-bord please complete and mail this card. This information is necessary to accurately register your unit for warranty. Veuillez signer ci-dessous pour attester q...

  • Page 82: Attn:  Warranty Department

    Place postage here attn: warranty department warranty card 2/27/02 11:47 am page 2.