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Yamaha F150D Owner's Manual
Summary of F150D
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F150d lf150d march 2004–3.4 × 1 cr printed in japan printed on recycled paper owner’s manual lit-18626-06-08 63p-28199-12 yamaha motor corporation, usa u.S.A.Edition.
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Zmu01690 read this owner’s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor..
Page 3: To The Owner
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 obtain maximum enjoyment from your ne...
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 labels ...................
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Table of contents operating engine....................... 29 feeding fuel.................................. 29 starting engine ............................. 29 warming up engine ................... 31 manual start and electric start models ...................................... 31 shifting ............
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Table of contents yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Four-stroke outboard motor three-year limited warranty ........... 69 important warranty information if you use your yamaha outside u.S.A. Or canada .............. 71 u63p12e0.Book page 3 friday, march 12, 2004 10:29 am.
Page 7: General Information
General information 1 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...
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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 califor- nia air resources board (carb) star label. See below for a description of your particular label. Emu25280 one ...
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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 10: General Information
General information 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 common sense and good judgm...
Page 11: General Information
General information 5 driving your boat. These rules are used inter- nationally, and are also enforced by the unit- ed states coast guard and local agencies. You should be aware of these rules, and fol- low them whenever you encounter another vessel on the water. Several sets of rules prevail accord...
Page 12: General Information
General information 6 meeting if you are meeting another power vessel head on, and are close enough to run the risk of col- lision, neither of you has the right-of-way! Both of you should alter course to avoid an ac- cident. You should keep the other vessel on your port (left) side. This rule doesn’...
Page 13: General Information
General information 7 fishing vessel right-of-way all vessels which 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 re- gardless of pos...
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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...
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General information 9 ● take care not to spill gasoline. If gaso- line spills, wipe it up immediately with dry rags. ● do not overfill the fuel tank. ● tighten the filler cap securely after refu- eling. ● if you should swallow some gasoline, in- hale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get gaso- line in you...
Page 16: General Information
General information 10 tric system could perform poorly or be overloaded, causing electric system dam- age. 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. Emu257...
Page 17: Basic Components
Basic components 11 emu25795 main components note: * may not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models. Emu26180 remote control the remote control lever actuates both the shifter and the throttle. The electrical switches are mounted on the remote control box. ...
Page 18: Basic Components
Basic components 12 emu26190 remote control lever moving the lever forward from the neutral po- sition engages forward gear. Pulling the lever back from neutral engages reverse. The en- gine will continue to run at idle until the lever is moved about 35° (a detent can be felt). Moving the lever fart...
Page 19: Basic Components
Basic components 13 note: the neutral throttle lever will operate only when the remote control lever is in neutral. The remote control lever will operate only when the neutral throttle lever is in the closed position. Emu26230 free accelerator to open the throttle without shifting into either forwar...
Page 20: Basic Components
Basic components 14 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 attached to the engine stop switch for the engine to run. The lanyard should be attached to a secure place on the operator’s...
Page 21: Basic Components
Basic components 15 with the main switch in the “ ” (start) po- sition, the starter motor turns to start the en- gine. When the key is released, it returns automatically to the “ ” (on) position. Emu26141 power trim and tilt switch on remote control or tiller handle the power trim and tilt system ad...
Page 22: Basic Components
Basic components 16 note: for instructions on using the power trim and tilt switch, see page 35. Emu26161 power trim and tilt switches (twin binnacle type) the power trim and tilt system adjusts the out- board motor angle in relation to the transom. Pushing the switch “ ” (up) trims the out- board m...
Page 23: 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 po- sition, 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 leve...
Page 24: Basic Components
Basic components 18 note: the water separator and engine trouble warn- ing indicators only operate when the engine is equipped with the appropriate functions. Emu26521 low oil pressure warning indicator if oil pressure drops too low, the warning indi- cator will start to blink. For further informati...
Page 25: Basic Components
Basic components 19 note: after the main switch is first turned on, all seg- ments of the display come on as a test. After a few seconds, the gauge will change to nor- mal operation. Watch the gauge when turning on the main switch to make sure all segments come on. Note: the speedometer displays km/...
Page 26: Basic Components
Basic components 20 ● changing the display format pressing the “ ” (mode) button chang- es the display format in the following pat- tern: total hours →trip hours→display off ● resetting the trip hours simultaneously pressing the “ ” (set) and “ ” (mode) buttons for more than 1 sec- ond while the tri...
Page 27: Basic Components
Basic components 21 note: the fuel level reading can be affected by the position of the sensor in the fuel tank and the attitude of the boat in the water. Operation with bow-up trim or continuous turning can give false readings. Emu26720 fuel warning indicator if the fuel level decreases to one segm...
Page 28: Basic Components
Basic components 22 mal operation. Watch the gauge when turning on the main switch to make sure all segments come on. Emu26750 fuel flow meter the fuel flow meter displays the amount of fuel flow over a one hour period, at the current rate of engine operation. If twin engines are installed on your b...
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Basic components 23 note: if twin engines are installed on your boat, the gauge will only display the total fuel economy of both engines. Note: ● fuel consumption varies greatly with boat design, weight, propeller used, engine trim angle, sea conditions (including wind), and throttle position. Fuel ...
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Basic components 24 note: if the two engines’ speeds are not synchro- nized while cruising, they can be synchro- nized by adjusting trim angle or throttle. Emu26791 water separator warning indicator this indicator will blink when water has accu- mulated in the water separator. In such an event, stop...
Page 31: Basic Components
Basic components 25 should the overheat warning system of one engine activate, the engine will slow down and the buzzer will sound. This will cause the other engine to slow down and the buzzer to sound. To switch off the warning activation on the engine not affected by overheating, turn off the main...
Page 32: Operation
Operation 26 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 trans- ducers) can create airborne water spray while the boat is cruising. Severe eng...
Page 33: Operation
Operation 27 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 34: Operation
Operation 28 emu27101 preoperation checks warning ewm00080 if any item in the preoperation check is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the outboard motor. Otherwise an accident could occur. Caution: ecm00120 do not start the engine out of water. Over- heating and s...
Page 35: Operation
Operation 29 3. Securely close the cap after filling the tank. Wipe up any spilled fuel. Emu27270 ring free fuel additive gasoline is a precise blend of many different substances, each chosen to give certain char- acteristics. Gasoline blends have been changing in recent years in response to con- ce...
Page 36: Operation
Operation 30 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 on your clothing, or your arm or leg. Then install the lock plate on the other end of the lanyard into the en- gine stop switc...
Page 37: Operation
Operation 31 4. Turn the main switch to “ ” (start), and hold it for a maximum of 5 seconds. 5. Immediately after the engine starts, re- lease the main switch to return it to “ ” (on). Caution: ecm00191 ● never turn the main switch to “ ” (start) while the engine is running. ● do not keep the starte...
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Operation 32 hole is blocked. Consult your yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. ● if the cooling passage is frozen, it may take awhile for water to start flowing out of the pilot hole. Emu27740 shifting warning ewm00180 before shifting, make sure there are no swimmers or obs...
Page 39: Operation
Operation 33 remote control models pull up the neutral interlock trigger (if equipped) and move the remote control lever quickly and firmly from neutral to reverse. Emu27820 stopping engine before stopping the engine, first let it cool off for a few minutes at idle or low speed. Stop- ping the engin...
Page 40: Operation
Operation 34 engine, and propeller. Correct trim is also af- fected by variables such as the load in the boat, sea conditions, and running speed. Warning ewm00740 excessive trim for the operating condi- tions (either trim up or trim down) can cause boat instability and can make steer- ing the boat m...
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Operation 35 emu27911 adjusting boat trim when the boat is on plane, a bow-up attitude results in less drag, greater stability and effi- ciency. This is generally when the keel line of the boat is up about 3 to 5 degrees. With the bow up, the boat may have a greater tenden- cy to steer to one side o...
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Operation 36 warning ewm00250 leaking fuel is a fire hazard. If there is a fuel joint on the outboard motor, discon- nect the fuel line or close the fuel cock if the engine will be tilted for more than a few minutes. Otherwise fuel may leak. Caution: ecm00241 ● before tilting the outboard motor, sto...
Page 43: Operation
Operation 37 4. Push the tilt support knob into the clamp bracket or pull the tilt support lever toward 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 mo- tor could fall back...
Page 44: Operation
Operation 38 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 models the outboard motor can be tilted up partially to allow operation in shallow water. Warning ewm00660 ● place the g...
Page 45: Operation
Operation 39 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 cruising in salt water after operating in salt water, wash out the cooling water passages with fresh wate...
Page 46: Maintenance
Maintenance 40 emu28216 specifications dimension: overall length: 822 mm (32.4 in) overall width: 511 mm (20.1 in) overall height l: 1714 mm (67.5 in) overall height x: 1842 mm (72.5 in) transom height l: 516 mm (20.3 in) transom height x: 643 mm (25.3 in) weight (without propeller) l: 212.0 kg (467...
Page 47: Maintenance
Maintenance 41 emu28222 transporting and storing outboard motor warning ewm00690 ● leaking fuel is a fire hazard. When trans- porting and storing the outboard motor, close the air vent screw and fuel cock to prevent fuel from leaking. ● use care when transporting fuel tank, whether in a boat or car....
Page 48: Maintenance
Maintenance 42 emu28301 procedure emu30001 flushing with the flushing attachment 1. Wash the outboard motor body using fresh water. For further information, see page 44. 2. Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add one ounce of “yamaha fuel conditioner and stabilizer” (part no. Lub-fuelc-12- 00) to...
Page 49: Maintenance
Maintenance 43 equipped. When properly done, the en- gine will smoke excessively and almost stall. 8. Remove the flushing attachment and wipe off any excess water. 9. Install the top cowling and propeller. 10. Drain the cooling water completely out of the motor. Clean the body thoroughly. Note: a fl...
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Maintenance 44 procedure 1. Disconnect and remove the battery from the boat. Always disconnect the black negative cable first to prevent the risk of shorting. 2. Clean the battery casing and terminals. Fill each cell to the upper level with dis- tilled water. 3. Store the battery on a level surface ...
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Maintenance 45 note: for cooling system flushing instructions, see page 41. 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 available...
Page 52: Maintenance
Maintenance 46 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 47 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 fre- quently than ev...
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Maintenance 48 emu28931 greasing yamaha marine grease (water resistant grease) 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 to explosion ...
Page 55: Maintenance
Maintenance 49 spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode. If electrode erosion becomes ex- cessive, or if carbon and other deposits are excessive, you should replace the spark plug with another of the correct type. Before fitting the spark plug, me...
Page 56: Maintenance
Maintenance 50 checkpoints ● fuel system parts leakage ● fuel line joint leakage ● fuel line cracks or other damage ● fuel connector leakage emu28980 inspecting fuel filter warning ewm00310 gasoline is highly flammable, and its va- pors are flammable and explosive. ● if you have any question about p...
Page 57: Maintenance
Maintenance 51 4. Install the filter element and filter cup into the filter housing. 5. Tighten the ring nut so that one of the larger ring nut tabs is aligned with the lock tab. 6. Run the engine and check the filter and lines for leaks. Note: if any water is in the fuel, the red ring in the fuel f...
Page 58: Maintenance
Maintenance 52 2. Verify whether the idle speed is set to specification. For idle speed specifica- tions, see page 40. Emu29073 changing engine oil warning ewm00760 ● avoid draining the engine oil immediate- ly after stopping the engine. The oil is hot and should be handled with care to avoid burns....
Page 59: Maintenance
Maintenance 53 tighten 1/4 to 1/2 turn more. Tighten the drain screw to the correct torque with a torque wrench as soon as possible. 4. Add the correct amount of oil through the filler hole. Install the filler cap. 5. Start the engine and watch to make sure the low oil pressure warning indicator (if...
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Maintenance 54 note: if any leaks are found, consult your yamaha dealer. Emu29153 checking power trim and tilt system warning ewm00430 ● 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. ...
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Maintenance 55 ● do not use your hand to hold the propel- ler when loosening or tightening the propeller nut. Put a wood block between the anti-cavitation plate and the propel- ler to prevent the propeller from turning. Checkpoints ● check each of the propeller blades for wear, erosion from cavitati...
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Maintenance 56 3. Remove the propeller and thrust washer. Emu29240 installing the propeller warning ewm00770 on counter rotation models, be sure to use a propeller intended for counterclock- wise rotation. These propellers are identi- fied with the letter “l” after the size indication on the propell...
Page 63: Maintenance
Maintenance 57 note: if the magnetic gear oil drain screw equipped: remove all metal particles from the screw be- fore installing it. 4. Remove the oil level plug to allow the oil to drain completely. Caution: ecm00710 inspect the used oil after it has been drained. If the oil is milky, water is get...
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Maintenance 58 emu29320 checking battery (for electric start models) warning ewm00330 battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous; it contains sulfuric acid and therefore is poi- sonous and highly caustic. Always follow these preventive measures: ● avoid bodily contact with electrolytic fluid as it can ...
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Maintenance 59 2. Always keep the battery in a good state of charge. Installing a voltmeter will help you monitor your battery. If you will not use the boat for a month or more, remove the battery from the boat and store it in a cool, dark place. Completely recharge the battery before using it. 3. I...
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Maintenance 60 note: if connecting an accessory battery, consult your yamaha dealer about correct wiring. Emu29370 disconnecting the battery disconnect the black cable from the nega- tive (-) terminal first. Then disconnect the red cable from the positive (+) terminal. Emu29390 checking top cowling ...
Page 67: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 61 emu29422 troubleshooting a problem in the fuel, compression, or ignition systems can cause poor starting, loss of pow- er, or other problems. This section describes basic checks and possible remedies, and cov- ers all yamaha outboard motors. Therefore some items may not apply to ...
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Trouble recovery 62 a. Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or oth- er 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 serviced by a yamaha dealer. Q. Ha...
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Trouble recovery 63 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 64 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 yamaha dealer. Engine vibrates excessively. Q....
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Trouble recovery 65 emu29471 replacing fuse if a fuse has blown, remove the electrical cov- er, open the fuse holder and remove the fuse with a fuse puller (if equipped). Replace it with a spare one of the proper amperage. Warning ewm00630 be sure to use the specified fuse. An in- correct fuse or a ...
Page 72: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 66 2. Put the engine in the desired position, then tighten the manual valve screw by turning it clockwise. Emu29760 treatment of submerged motor if the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- ately take it to a yamaha dealer. Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immediate- ly. If ...
Page 73: Consumer Information
Consumer information 67 emu29811 important warranty information for u.S.A. And canada u63p12e0.Book page 67 friday, march 12, 2004 10:29 am.
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Consumer information 68 u63p12e0.Book page 68 friday, march 12, 2004 10:29 am.
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Consumer information 69 emu29830 yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Four-stroke outboard motor three-year limited warranty u63p12e0.Book page 69 friday, march 12, 2004 10:29 am.
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Consumer information 70 u63p12e0.Book page 70 friday, march 12, 2004 10:29 am.
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Consumer information 71 emu29840 important warranty information if you use your yamaha outside u.S.A. Or canada u63p12e0.Book page 71 friday, march 12, 2004 10:29 am.
Page 78: F150D
F150d lf150d march 2004–3.4 × 1 cr printed in japan printed on recycled paper owner’s manual lit-18626-06-08 63p-28199-12 yamaha motor corporation, usa u.S.A.Edition.
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Yamaha motor co., ltd. Made in japan pays d'origine japon outboard motor w arranty registra tion enregistrement de la garantie du mo teur hors-bord please complete and mail this card. This information is necessary to accurately register your unit for warranty . V euillez signer ci-dessous pour attes...
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Place post age here a ttn: w a rr ant y dep a rtment warranty card 2/27/02 11:47 am page 2.