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Yamaha F50F Owner's Manual
Summary of F50F
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Q q q q read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Owner’s manual f50f f60c ft60d 6c1-28199-25-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 trim meter....................................... 28 hour meter ...................................... 28 low oil pressure-alert indicator ....... 28 overheat-alert indicator .................. 29 digital speedometer ...................... 29 speedometer ..............................
Page 6: Table of Contents
Table of contents checking painted surface of motor............................................. 65 periodic maintenance.................... 65 replacement parts .......................... 66 severe operating conditions ........... 66 maintenance chart 1 ....................... 67 maintenance chart ...
Page 7: Safety Information
1 safety information emu33622 outboard motor safety observe these precautions at all times. Emu36501 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. Emu33772 avoid collisions scan constantly for people, objects, and oth- er 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 ...
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 ...
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General information 5 zmu01697.
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 emu34520 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 ft60det remote control starting system: electric starting carburetion system: electronic fuel injection valve clearance (cold engine) in: 0.15–0.25 mm (0.0059–0.0098 in) valve clearance (cold engine) ex: 0.25–0.35 mm (0.0098–0.0138 in) min. Cold cranking amps (cca/...
Page 17: Remote Control Requirements
Specifications and requirements 11 before installing the outboard motor(s), con- firm that the total horsepower of your mo- tor(s) does not exceed the boats maximum horsepower rating. See the boat’s capacity plate or contact the manufacturer. Emu33571 mounting motor warning ewm01570 ● improper mount...
Page 18: Start-In-Gear Protection
Specifications and requirements 12 your yamaha dealer can help you select the right propeller for your boating needs. Select a propeller that will allow the engine to reach the middle or upper half of the operating range at full throttle with the maximum boat- load. Generally, chose a larger pitch p...
Page 19: Fuel Requirements
Specifications and requirements 13 emu36360 fuel requirements emu36811 gasoline use a good quality gasoline that meets the minimum octane rating. If knocking or ping- ing occurs, use a different brand of gasoline or premium unleaded fuel. Yamaha re- comends that you use alcohol-free (see gasohol) ga...
Page 20: Emergency Equipment
Specifications and requirements 14 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 21: Components
15 components emu2579m components diagram tip: * may not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all mod- els. F50f, f60c, ft60d 2 3 4 trip time batt km/h knot mph km mile speed yamaha set mode 13 14 1 9 11 6 7 5 10 8 12 15 18 16 17 19 20 21 22 zmu05107 1. Top cowling ...
Page 22: Components
Components 16 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 engine is its dedicated fuel reservoir and must not be used as a fuel storage container. Com- mercial users should conform to relevant ...
Page 23: Components
Components 17 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 fuel remaining in the tank. Emu25850 fuel tank cap this cap seals the fuel tank. When removed, the tank can be filled with fuel. To remove the cap, turn...
Page 24: Components
Components 18 emu26201 neutral interlock trigger to shift out of neutral, first pull the neutral in- terlock trigger up. Emu26212 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 25: Components
Components 19 used when the remote control lever is in the neutral position. ● after the button is pushed, the throttle be- gins to open after the remote control lever is moved at least 35°. ● after using the free accelerator, return the remote control lever to the neutral position. The free acceler...
Page 26: Components
Components 20 emu25976 throttle friction adjuster a friction device provides adjustable resis- tance to movement of the throttle grip or the remote control lever, and can be set accord- ing to operator preference. To increase resistance, turn the adjuster clockwise. To decrease resistance, turn the ...
Page 27: Components
Components 21 ing normal operation. Loss of engine power means the loss of most steering control. Also, without engine power, the boat could slow rapidly. This could cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward. [ewm00122] emu26001 engine stop button to open the ignition circuit and sto...
Page 28: Components
Components 22 sition, the starter motor turns to start the en- gine. When the key is released, it returns automatically to the “ ” (on) position. Emu31432 steering friction adjuster a friction device provides adjustable resis- tance to the steering mechanism, and can be set according to operator pre...
Page 29: Components
Components 23 adjuster lever is set to the “a” position. ● check the tiller handle for smooth move- ment when the lever is turned to the star- board side “b”. ● do not apply lubricants such as grease to the friction areas of the steering friction ad- juster. Emu26143 power trim and tilt switch on re...
Page 30: Components
Components 24 emu30901 variable trolling rpm switches the trolling speed can be adjusted when the outboard motor is trolling. Press the “ ” switch to increase the trolling speed and press the “ ” switch to decrease the trolling speed. Tip: ● the trolling speed changes approximately 50 r/min each tim...
Page 31: Components
Components 25 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 the clamp bracket. Notice ecm00660 do not use the tilt support lever or knob when trailering the boat. The outboard motor could shake loose fro...
Page 32: Components
Components 26 emu35561 fuel filter/water separator this engine has a combination fuel filter/wa- ter separator and associated alert system. If water separated from the fuel exceeds a specific volume, the alert device of 6y8 mul- tifunction tachometer will activate. Activation of alert device ● the w...
Page 33: Instruments and Indicators
27 instruments and indicators emu36014 indicators emu36024 low oil pressure-alert indicator if oil pressure drops too low, this indicator will light up. For further information, see page 37. Notice ecm00022 ● do not continue to run the engine if the low oil pressure-alert indicator is on and the eng...
Page 34: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 28 emu36050 tachometer the tachometer displays engine speed in hundreds of revolutions per minute (r/min). For example, if the tachometer display reads “22” then the engine speed is 2200 r/min. Emu26621 trim meter this meter shows the trim angle of your out- board motor. ●...
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Instruments and indicators 29 emu26583 overheat-alert indicator if the engine temperature rises too high, the alert indicator will start to blink. For further in- formation on reading the indicator, see page 37. Notice ecm00052 do not continue to run the engine if the overheat-alert indicator is on....
Page 36: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 30 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-up trim or continuous turning can give false readings. Do not ad...
Page 37: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 31 emu36080 voltmeter the voltmeter displays the charge of the bat- tery in volts(v). Emu26721 fuel level-alert indicator if the fuel level decreases to one segment, the fuel level alert segment will blink. Do not continue to operate the engine with full throttle if an ale...
Page 38: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 32 use the oil dipstick to check the re- maining oil quantity. For further infor- mation, see page 43. Emu26574 overheat-alert indicator if the engine temperature rises too high, this indicator will flash. For further information on reading the indicator, see page 37. Noti...
Page 39: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 33 even if the cooling water pressure sensor is not installed, the cooling water pressure dis- play can be shown by connecting an optional sensor to the unit. For the optional sensor, consult your yamaha dealer. The tachome- ter unit is available in round or square types. ...
Page 40: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 34 cruising, the overheat-alert indicator will start to blink. The engine speed will automatically decrease to about 2000 r/min. Stop the engine immediately if the buzzer sounds and the overheat alert device has ac- tivated. Check the cooling water inlet for clogging. Noti...
Page 41: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 35 port soon if the low battery voltage-alert de- vice has activated. For charging the battery, consult your yamaha dealer. Emu36241 6y8 multifunction speedometers the speedometer unit shows the boat speed and has functions of fuel meter and system voltage display. The cho...
Page 42: Instruments and Indicators
Instruments and indicators 36 ation. For more information, see the operation manual originally supplied with the meter. 1. Set button 2. Mode button 1. Fuel flow meter 2. Multifunction display 2 1 zmu05438 1 2 zmu05439.
Page 43: Engine Control System
37 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 44: Engine Control System
Engine control system 38 emu3016a low oil pressure alert if the oil pressure drops too low, the alert de- vice will activate. ● the engine speed will automatically de- crease to about 2000 r/min. If equipped with a low oil pressure-alert indicator, it will light or blink. ● the buzzer will sound (if...
Page 45: Installation
39 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 46: Installation
Installation 40 notice ecm01631 ● 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, or ac- cessori...
Page 47: Operation
41 operation emu36381 first-time operation emu36391 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. No- tice: check that the engine is filled with oil before first-time operation to avoid s...
Page 48: Operation
Operation 42 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 reserve. With the boat level on a trailer or in the water, turn the key to “ ” (on) and check the fuel level. For fuel filling instructions, see page 45. Emu36570 remove cow...
Page 49: Operation
Operation 43 make sure there is no hesitation in their travel. Operation should be smooth over the complete range of motion, and each le- ver should return completely to the idle po- sition. ● look for loose or damaged connections of the throttle and shift cables. Emu36482 engine shut-off cord (lany...
Page 50: Operation
Operation 44 emu27153 engine ● check the engine and engine mounting. ● look for loose or damaged fasteners. ● check the propeller for damage. ● check for engine oil leaks. Emu36490 flushing device check that flushing device’s garden hose connector is securely screwed on to the fit- ting on the botto...
Page 51: Operation
Operation 45 top cowling is loose, have it repaired by your yamaha dealer. Emu34581 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 ...
Page 52: Operation
Operation 46 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. Be sure the engine is stopped. 2. Disconnect the fuel line from the fuel tank and tighten the air vent screw...
Page 53: Operation
Operation 47 which contain carbon monoxide, a col- orless, odorless gas which could cause brain damage or death when inhaled. Symptoms include nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness. Keep cockpit and cab- in areas well ventilated. Avoid blocking exhaust outlets. 1. If there is an air vent screw on the fu...
Page 54: Operation
Operation 48 emu27595 electric start / prime start models warning ewm01840 ● failure to attached engine shut-off cord could result in a runaway boat if opera- tor is ejected. Attach the engine shut- off cord to a secure place on your cloth- ing, or your arm or leg while operating. Do not attach the ...
Page 55: Operation
Operation 49 keep the starter motor turning for more than 5 seconds. If the starter motor is turned continuously for more than 5 seconds, the battery will be quickly discharged, thus making it impossible to start the engine. The starter can also be damaged. If the engine will not start after 5 secon...
Page 56: Operation
Operation 50 3. Turn the main switch to “ ” (on). 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 and allow it to re- turn to “ ” (on). Notice: never turn the main switch to “ ” (start) while the engine...
Page 57: Operation
Operation 51 check that no water leaks from the joints be- tween the exhaust cover, cylinder head, and body cylinder. Emu27670 warming up engine emu27715 manual start and electric start models 1. After starting the engine, allow it to idle for 3 minutes to warm up. Failure to do so will shorten engi...
Page 58: Operation
Operation 52 2. Move the remote control lever / gear shift lever firmly and crisply forward (for forward gear) or backward (for reverse gear) [about 35° (a detent can felt) for re- mote control models]. To shift from in gear (forward/reverse) to neutral 1. Close the throttle so that the engine slows...
Page 59: Operation
Operation 53 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 ejected, or im- pact the steering wheel or other parts of the boat. This could increase the risk of serious injury. It could also damage the ...
Page 60: Operation
Operation 54 when the engine is stopped and restarted or when the engine speed exceeds ap- proximately 3000 r/min. Emu27821 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...
Page 61: Operation
Operation 55 4. Remove the key if the boat will be left unattended. Tip: the engine can also be stopped by pulling the cord and removing the clip from the en- gine shut-off switch, then turning the main switch to “ ” (off). Emu27862 trimming outboard motor warning ewm00740 excessive trim for the ope...
Page 62: Operation
Operation 56 switch while the boat is moving. Adjust the outboard motor trim angle using the power trim and tilt switch. 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 p...
Page 63: Operation
Operation 57 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 64: Operation
Operation 58 2. Press the power trim and tilt switch “ ” (up) until the outboard motor has tilted up completely. N zmu03196 n zmu04588 up zmu03639 up zmu04194.
Page 65: Operation
Operation 59 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 66: Operation
Operation 60 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 67: Operation
Operation 61 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. Emu35391 cruising in other conditions cruising in salt water after operating in salt water, flush the cooling water passages with fresh water...
Page 68: Maintenance
62 maintenance emu28227 transporting and storing outboard motor warning ewm00693 ● 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 69: Maintenance
Maintenance 63 por separator for a prolonged period of time will break down and could cause damage to the fuel line. Emu28304 procedure emu29955 flushing with the flushing attachment 1. Wash the outboard motor body using fresh water. Notice: do not spray wa- ter into the air intake. [ecm01840] for f...
Page 70: Maintenance
Maintenance 64 9. Remove the flushing attachment. 10. Install the top cowling. 11. If “fogging oil” is not available, turn off the engine after the 6 step. Then per- form the 8 step procedure. 12. Drain the cooling water completely out of the motor. Clean the body thoroughly. 13. If the “fogging oil...
Page 71: Maintenance
Maintenance 65 2. Screw the garden hose adapter onto a garden hose, which is connected to a fresh water supply, and then connect it to the garden hose connector. 3. With the engine off, turn on the water tap and let the water flush through the cool- ing passages for about 15 minutes. Turn off the wa...
Page 72: Maintenance
Maintenance 66 to perform a maintenance procedure, have a yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic do the work. The procedures involve disassembling the motor and exposing dangerous parts. To reduce the risk of injury from moving, hot, or electrical parts: ● turn off the engine and keep the key(s) ...
Page 73: Maintenance
Maintenance 67 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 74: Maintenance
Maintenance 68 fuel filter (can be dis- assembled) inspection or replace- ment as necessary fuel line(high pres- sure) inspection 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 necessar...
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Maintenance 69 emu34451 maintenance chart 2 water inlet inspection main switch/stop switch/choke switch inspection or replace- ment as necessary wire harness connec- tions/wire coupler con- nections inspection or replace- ment as necessary (yamaha) meter/gauge inspection (yamaha) fuel tank inspectio...
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Maintenance 70 emu28941 greasing yamaha grease a (water resistant grease) yamaha grease d (corrosion resistant grease; for propeller shaft) f50fet, f60cet, ft60det zmu05087.
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Maintenance 71 f50feht, f60ceht emu28956 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 indicate something about the condition of the engine. For exam- ple, if the center electrode porcelain is very whit...
Page 78: Maintenance
Maintenance 72 sulator. A damaged insulator could allow external sparks, which could 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; ...
Page 79: Maintenance
Maintenance 73 quickly. The engine oil should be extracted with an oil changer. 1. Put the outboard motor in an upright po- sition (not tilted). Notice: if the motor is not level, the oil level indicated on the dipstick may not be accurate. [ecm01860] 2. Start the engine. Warm it up and keep the idl...
Page 80: Maintenance
Maintenance 74 per and lower marks. Consult your yamaha dealer if the oil level is out of specified level. 11. Start the engine and make sure that the low oil pressure-alert indicator remains off. Also, make sure that there are no oil leaks. Notice: if the low oil pressure- alert indicator comes on ...
Page 81: Maintenance
Maintenance 75 ● check the propeller shaft oil seal for dam- age. Emu30662 removing propeller emu29197 spline models 1. Straighten the cotter pin and pull it out using a pair of pliers. 2. Remove the propeller nut, washer, and spacer (if equipped). Warning! Do not use your hand to hold the propel- l...
Page 82: Maintenance
Maintenance 76 specified torque. 4. Align the propeller nut with the propeller shaft hole. Insert a new cotter pin in the hole and bend the cotter pin ends. No- tice: do not reuse the cotter pin in- stalled. Otherwise the propeller can come off during operation. [ecm01890] tip: if the propeller nut ...
Page 83: Maintenance
Maintenance 77 ing device, inject the gear oil into the gear oil drain screw hole. 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 gea...
Page 84: Maintenance
Maintenance 78 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. Emu29313 inspecting and replacing anode(s) yamaha outboard motors are protected from corrosion by sacrifici...
Page 85: Maintenance
Maintenance 79 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 you monitor the bat- tery’s charge. If the battery needs charg- ing, consult your yamaha dealer. 3. Check the...
Page 86: Trouble Recovery
80 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 ...
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Trouble recovery 81 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 88: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 82 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 83 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 90: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 84 emu29524 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 can be tilted manually. 1. Loosen the manual valve screw by turn- ing ...
Page 91: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 85 hazard. If the water separator-alert indicator on the 6y8 multifunction tachometer blinks, perform the following procedure. 1. Stop the engine. 2. Remove the top cowling. 3. Remove the plastic tie. 4. Disconnect the water detection switch coupler. Notice: be careful not to get an...
Page 92: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 86 9. Fasten the water detection switch lead with the plastic tie. 10. Install the top cowling. 11. Start the engine and make sure that the water separator-alert indicator remains off. Have a yamaha dealer inspect the outboard motor after returning to port. Emu29542 starter will not...
Page 93: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 87 plug wire, spark plug cap, or other elec- trical components when starting or op- erating the motor. You could get an electrical shock. Emu29583 emergency starting engine 1. Remove the top cowling. 2. Remove the flywheel cover. 3. Prepare the engine for starting. For fur- ther inf...
Page 94: Trouble Recovery
Trouble recovery 88 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 until it has been com- pletely inspected. [ecm00401] zmu03...
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