Yamaha 250G User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
250G
L250G
6S3-28199-70-E0

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Read this owner’s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor.

Important manual information
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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 new
Yamaha. If you have any question about the
operation or maintenance of your outboard
motor, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
In this Owner’s Manual particularly important
information is distinguished in the following
ways.
The Safety Alert Symbol means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
WARNING
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Failure to follow WARNING instructions
could result in severe injury or death to
the machine operator, a bystander, or a
person inspecting or repairing the out-
board motor.
CAUTION:
ECM00700
A CAUTION indicates special precautions
that must be taken to avoid damage to the
outboard motor.
NOTE:
A NOTE provides key information to make
procedures easier or clearer.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in
product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current prod-
uct information available at the time of print-
ing, there may be minor discrepancies
between your machine and this manual. If
there is any question concerning this manu-
al, please consult your Yamaha dealer.
To ensure long product life, Yamaha recom-
mends that you use the product and perform
the specified periodic inspections and main-
tenance by correctly following the instruc-
tions in the owner’s manual. Note that if you
do not follow these instructions, not only may
the product break down, but the warranty will
also be voided.
Some countries have laws or regulations re-
stricting users from taking the product out of
the country where it was purchased, and it
may be impossible to register the product in
the destination country. Additionally, the
warranty may not apply in certain regions.
When planning to take the product to another
country, consult the dealer where the prod-
uct was purchased for further information.
If the product was purchased used, please
consult your closest dealer for customer re-
registration, and to be eligible for the speci-
fied services.
NOTE:
The 250GETO, L250GETO and the stan-
dard accessories are used as a base for the
explanations and illustrations in this manual.
Therefore some items may not apply to ev-
ery model.
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250G, L250G
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2005 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, July 2005
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan

Table of contents
General information .......................... 1
Identification numbers record.......... 1
Outboard motor serial number .......... 1
Key number....................................... 1
EC label........................................... 1
Safety information ........................... 2
Important labels............................... 3
Warning labels .................................. 3
Fueling instructions ......................... 3
Gasoline............................................ 4
Engine oil .......................................... 4
Battery requirement......................... 4
Battery specifications ........................ 4
Propeller selection........................... 4
Start-in-gear protection ................... 5
Basic components ............................ 6
Main components............................ 6
Remote control.................................. 6
Remote control lever......................... 7
Neutral interlock trigger..................... 7
Neutral throttle lever.......................... 8
Choke switch..................................... 8
Free accelerator................................ 8
Throttle friction adjuster..................... 9
Engine stop lanyard switch ............... 9
Main switch ..................................... 10
Power trim and tilt switch on remote
control or tiller handle ................... 10
Power trim and tilt switch on bottom
engine cowling .............................. 11
Power trim and tilt switches (twin
binnacle type) ............................... 11
Trim tab with anode ........................ 12
Tilt support lever for power trim and
tilt or hydro tilt model..................... 12
Top cowling lock levers................... 13
Flushing device ............................... 13
Digital tachometer ........................... 13
Oil level indicator (digital type) ........ 14
Overheat warning indicator (digital
type).............................................. 14
Speedometer (digital type).............. 14
Trim meter (digital type) .................. 15
Hour meter ...................................... 15
Hour meter (digital type).................. 15
Trip meter ........................................ 16
Clock ............................................... 16
Fuel gauge ...................................... 17
Fuel warning indicator ..................... 17
Low battery voltage warning
indicator ........................................ 17
Fuel management meter ................. 18
Fuel flow meter................................18
Fuel consumption meter..................19
Fuel economy.................................. 19
Twin-engine speed synchronizer ....19
Warning system ............................ 20
Overheat warning (twin engines) ....20
Oil level warning and oil filter
clogging warning ........................... 21
Operation ......................................... 23
Installation..................................... 23
Mounting the outboard motor .......... 23
Breaking in engine ........................ 24
Gasoline and engine oil mixing
chart (50:1).................................... 25
Procedure for oil injection models ... 25
Preoperation checks ..................... 25
Fuel ................................................. 25
Oil .................................................... 26
Controls ........................................... 26
Engine ............................................. 26
Operation after long period of
storage .......................................... 26
Filling fuel and engine oil .............. 26
Filling fuel for models without a
fuel joint......................................... 26
Filling oil for oil injection models...... 26
Oil level indicator operation............. 28
Operating engine .......................... 29
Feeding fuel .................................... 29
Starting engine ................................ 29
Warming up engine....................... 32
Choke start models ......................... 32
Shifting.......................................... 32
Forward (tiller handle and remote
control models) ............................. 32
Reverse (automatic reverse lock
and power trim and tilt models).....33
Stopping engine............................ 33

Table of contents
Procedure ....................................... 33
Trimming outboard motor.............. 34
Adjusting trim angle ........................ 34
Adjusting boat trim .......................... 35
Tilting up and down ....................... 36
Procedure for tilting up.................... 36
Procedure for tilting down ............... 38
Cruising in shallow water .............. 38
Power trim and tilt models / power
tilt models...................................... 38
Cruising in other conditions........... 39
Maintenance..................................... 41
Specifications ................................ 41
Transporting and storing outboard
motor ........................................... 42
Storing outboard motor ................... 42
Procedure ....................................... 42
Lubrication (oil injection models)..... 43
Battery care..................................... 44
Flushing power unit......................... 44
Cleaning the outboard motor .......... 45
Checking painted surface of
motor............................................. 45
Periodic maintenance.................... 46
Replacement parts.......................... 46
Maintenance chart .......................... 47
Greasing ......................................... 49
Cleaning and adjusting spark
plug ............................................... 49
Checking fuel system...................... 50
Inspecting fuel filter ......................... 51
Cleaning fuel filter ........................... 51
Inspecting idling speed ................... 52
Checking water in engine oil tank ... 52
Checking wiring and connectors ..... 53
Exhaust leakage ............................. 53
Water leakage................................. 53
Checking power trim and tilt
system .......................................... 53
Checking propeller .......................... 54
Removing the propeller................... 55
Installing the Propeller .................... 55
Changing gear oil............................ 56
Inspecting and replacing
anode(s)........................................ 57
Checking battery (for electric start
models) ......................................... 58
Connecting the Battery....................58
Disconnecting the battery................59
Checking top cowling ...................... 59
Coating the boat bottom.................. 60
Trouble Recovery............................ 61
Troubleshooting ............................ 61
Temporary action in emergency ... 64
Impact damage ............................... 64
Running single engine.....................64
Replacing fuse ................................ 65
Power trim and tilt / power tilt will
not operate.................................... 65
Starter will not operate .................... 65
Emergency starting engine .............66
Engine fails to operate .................. 67
Engine fails to operate ....................67
Low oil level warning activates........ 67
Treatment of submerged motor .... 68
Procedure........................................ 68

1
General information
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Identification numbers record
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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 provided to assist you in ordering
spare parts from your Yamaha dealer or for
reference in case your outboard motor is sto-
len.
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Key number
If a main key switch is equipped with the mo-
tor, the key identification number is stamped
on your key as shown in the illustration.
Record this number in the space provided for
reference in case you need a new key.
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EC label
Engines affixed with this label conform to
certain portions of the European Parliament
directive relating to machinery. Refer to the
label and the EC Declaration of Conformity
for more details.
1. Outboard motor serial number location
1. Key number
1. EC label location
1
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Safety information
●
Before mounting or operating the outboard
motor, read this entire manual. Reading it
should give you an understanding of the
motor and its operation.
●
Before operating the boat, read any own-
er’s or operator’s manuals supplied with it
and all labels. Be sure you understand
each item before operating.
● Do not overpower the boat with this out-
board motor. Overpowering the boat could
result in loss of control. The rated power of
the outboard should be equal to or less
than the rated horsepower capacity of the
boat. If the rated horsepower capacity of
the boat is unknown, consult the dealer or
boat manufacturer.
●
Do not modify the outboard. Modifications
could make the motor unfit or unsafe to
use.
●
Incorrect propeller selection and incorrect
use may not only cause engine damage,
but also adversely affect fuel consumption.
Consult your dealer for correct use.
● Never operate after drinking alcohol or tak-
ing drugs. About 50% of all boating fatali-
ties involve intoxication.
● Have an approved personal flotation de-
vice (PFD) on board for every occupant. It
is a good idea to wear a PFD whenever
boating. At a minimum, children and non-
swimmers should always wear PFDs, and
everyone should wear PFDs when there
are potentially hazardous boating condi-
tions.
●
Gasoline is highly flammable, and its va-
pors are flammable and explosive. Handle
and store gasoline carefully. Make sure
there are no gas fumes or leaking fuel be-
fore starting the engine.
●
This product emits exhaust gases which
contain carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless gas which may cause brain dam-
age or death when inhaled. Symptoms in-
clude nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness.
Keep cockpit and cabin areas well ventilat-
ed. Avoid blocking exhaust outlets.
●
Check throttle, shift, and steering for prop-
er operation before starting the engine.
●
Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to a
secure place on your clothing, or your arm
or leg while operating. If you accidentally
leave the helm, the lanyard will pull from
the switch, stopping the engine.
● Know the marine laws and regulations
where you will be boating - and obey them.
●
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 judgment
when boating. Know your abilities, and be
sure you understand how your boat han-
dles under the different boating conditions
you may encounter. Operate within your
limits, and the limits of your boat. Always
operate at safe speeds, and keep a careful
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watch for obstacles and other traffic.
● Always watch carefully for swimmers dur-
ing the engine operation.
●
Stay away from swimming areas.
● When a swimmer is in the water near you
shift into neutral and shut off the engine.
●
Do not illegally discard empty containers
used to replace or replenish oil. For the
correct processing of empty containers,
consult the dealer where you purchased
the oil.
●
When replacing oils used to lubricate the
product (engine or gear oil), be sure to
wipe away any spilt oil. Never pour oil with-
out using a funnel or similar device. If nec-
essary, verify the necessary replacement
procedure with the dealer.
●
Never illegally discard (dump) the product.
Yamaha recommends consulting the deal-
er on discarding the product.
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Important labels
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Warning labels
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Label
WARNING
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● Be sure shift control is in neutral before
starting engine. (except 2HP)
●
Do not touch or remove electrical parts
when starting or during operation.
● Keep hands, hair, and clothes away
from flywheel and other rotating parts
while engine is running.
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Label (counter rotation models)
WARNING
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Use only a counterclockwise rotation
propeller with this engine.
Counterclockwise propellers are marked
with a letter “L” after the size indication.
The wrong type of propeller could cause
the boat to go in an unexpected direction,
which could lead to an accident.
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Label
ENGINE OIL ONLY
●
Pour the engine oil into this oil tank, not
gasoline.
RECOMMENDED OIL:
YAMALUBE 2 STROKE OUTBOARD OIL or
an equivalent TC-W3 certified ouboard oil.
WARNING
EWM01270
Do not add gasoline to the oil tank. Fire
explosion could result.
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Fueling instructions
WARNING
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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. Refuel
portable fuel tanks off the boat.
●
Take care not to spill gasoline. If gaso-
line spills, wipe it up immediately with
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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-
mediately wash with soap and water.
Change clothing if gasoline spills on it.
●
Touch the fuel nozzle to the filler open-
ing or funnel to help prevent electro-
static sparks.
CAUTION:
ECM00010
Use only new clean gasoline which has
been stored in clean containers and is not
contaminated with water or foreign mat-
ter.
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Gasoline
If knocking or pinging occurs, use a different
brand of gasoline or premium unleaded fuel.
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Engine oil
If the recommended engine oil is not avail-
able, another 2-stroke engine oil with an
NMMA-certified TC-W3 rating may be used.
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Battery requirement
CAUTION:
ECM01060
Do not use a battery that does not meet
the specified capacity. If a battery which
does not meet specifications is used, the
electric system could perform poorly or
be overloaded, causing electric system
damage.
For electric start models, choose a battery
which meets the following specifications.
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Battery specifications
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Propeller selection
The performance of your outboard motor will
be critically affected by your choice of propel-
ler, as an incorrect choice could adversely
affect performance and could also seriously
damage the motor. Engine speed depends
on the propeller size and boat load. If engine
speed is too high or too low for good engine
performance, this will have an adverse effect
on the engine.
Yamaha outboard motors are fitted with pro-
pellers chosen to perform well over a range
of applications, but there may be uses where
a propeller with a different pitch would be
more appropriate. For a greater operating
load, a smaller-pitch propeller is more suit-
able as it enables the correct engine speed
to be maintained. Conversely, a larger-pitch
propeller is more suitable for a smaller oper-
ating load.
Yamaha dealers stock a range of propellers,
Recommended gasoline:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a min-
imum octane rating of 90 (Research
Octane Number).
Recommended engine oil:
YAMALUBE 2-stroke outboard motor
oil
Minimum cold cranking amps (CCA/EN):
711.0 A
Minimum rated capacity (20HR/IEC):
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and can advise you and install a propeller on
your outboard that is best suited to your ap-
plication.
NOTE:
Select a propeller which will allow the engine
to reach the middle or upper half of the oper-
ating range at full throttle with the maximum
boat load. If operating conditions such as
light boat loads then allow the engine r/min to
rise above the maximum recommended
range, reduce the throttle setting to maintain
the engine in the proper operating range.
For instructions on propeller removal and in-
stallation, see page 54.
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Start-in-gear protection
Yamaha outboard motors affixed with the
pictured label or Yamaha-approved remote
control units are equipped with start-in-gear
protection device(s). This feature permits the
engine to be started only when it is in neutral.
Always select neutral before starting the en-
gine.
1. Propeller diameter in inches
2. Propeller pitch in inches
3. Type of propeller (propeller mark)
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x
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1. Start-in-gear protection label
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1