Yamaha FL150A User manual

Read this manual carefully before operating this
outboard motor.
OWNER’S MANUAL
F150A
FL150A
F150A1
FL150A1
63P-28199-7A-E0
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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.
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Important manual information
EMU25107
To the owner
Thank you for selecting a Yamaha outboard
motor. This Owner’s Manual contains infor-
mation needed for proper operation, mainte-
nance and care. A thorough understanding of
these simple instructions will help you obtain
maximum enjoyment from your 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.
: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used
to alert you to potential personal injury haz-
ards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING
EWM00781
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
NOTICE
ECM00701
A NOTICE indicates special precautions
that must be taken to avoid damage to the
outboard motor or other property.
T
IP:
A TIP provides key information to make pro-
cedures easier or clearer.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in
product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current product
information available at the time of printing,
there may be minor discrepancies between
your machine and this manual. If there is any
question concerning this manual, please con-
sult your Yamaha dealer.
To ensure long product life, Yamaha recom-
mends that you use the product and perform
the specified periodic inspections and mainte-
nance by correctly following the instructions in
the owner’s manual. Any damage resulting
from neglect of these instructions is not cov-
ered by warranty.
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 war-
ranty may not apply in certain regions. When
planning to take the product to another coun-
try, consult the dealer where the product 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 specified
services.
T
IP:
The F150AET, FL150AET, F150AET1,
FL150AET1 and the standard accessories
are used as a base for the explanations and
illustrations in this manual. Therefore some
items may not apply to every model.
EMU25121
F150A, FL150A, F150A1, FL150A1
OWNER’S MANUAL
©2010 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, February 2010
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan
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Table of contents
Safety information............................. 1
Outboard motor safety .................... 1
Propeller ............................................. 1
Rotating parts ..................................... 1
Hot parts............................................. 1
Electric shock ..................................... 1
Power trim and tilt............................... 1
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) ............ 1
Gasoline ............................................. 1
Gasoline exposure and spills ............. 1
Carbon monoxide ............................... 2
Modifications ...................................... 2
Boating safety ................................. 2
Alcohol and drugs............................... 2
Personal flotation devices .................. 2
People in the water............................. 2
Passengers ........................................ 2
Overloading ........................................ 2
Avoid collisions................................... 2
Weather.............................................. 3
Passenger training ............................. 3
Boating safety publications................. 3
Laws and regulations ......................... 3
General information .......................... 4
Identification numbers record.......... 4
Outboard motor serial number ........... 4
Key number........................................ 4
EC Declaration of Conformity
(DoC)............................................ 4
CE Marking ..................................... 4
Read manuals and labels................ 6
Warning labels.................................... 6
Specifications and requirements..... 9
Specifications .................................. 9
Installation requirements ............... 10
Boat horsepower rating .................... 10
Mounting motor ................................ 10
Remote control requirements ........ 10
Battery requirements ..................... 11
Battery specifications ....................... 11
Mounting battery............................... 11
Multiple batteries .............................. 11
Propeller selection ........................ 11
Counter rotation models ................... 11
Start-in-gear protection ................. 12
Engine oil requirements ................ 12
Fuel requirements ......................... 12
Gasoline ........................................... 12
Muddy or acidic water ................... 13
Anti-fouling paint ........................... 13
Motor disposal requirements......... 13
Emergency equipment .................. 13
Emission control information......... 13
North American models.................... 13
Star labels ........................................ 14
Components .................................... 16
Components diagram.................... 16
Remote control box .......................... 17
Remote control lever ........................ 18
Neutral interlock trigger .................... 18
Neutral throttle lever ......................... 18
Free accelerator ............................... 19
Throttle friction adjuster .................... 19
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) and
clip................................................. 20
Main switch....................................... 20
Power trim and tilt switch on remote
control ........................................... 21
Power trim and tilt switch on bottom
cowling .......................................... 21
Power trim and tilt switches
(twin binnacle type) ....................... 22
Trim tab with anode.......................... 22
Tilt support lever for power trim and
tilt model........................................ 23
Cowling lock lever (pull up type)....... 23
Flushing device ................................ 24
Fuel filter/Water separator................ 24
Instruments and indicators............ 25
Digital tachometer ......................... 25
Tachometer ...................................... 25
Trim meter ........................................ 25
Hour meter ....................................... 25
Low oil pressure-alert indicator ........ 26
Overheat-alert indicator.................... 26
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Digital speedometer ...................... 26
Speedometer.................................... 26
Fuel gauge ....................................... 27
Trip meter / Clock / Voltmeter........... 27
Fuel level-alert indicator ................... 28
Low battery voltage-alert indicator ... 28
Fuel management meter ............... 28
Fuel flow meter................................. 28
Fuel consumption meter / Fuel
economy meter / Twin engine
speed synchronizer....................... 29
Water separator-alert indicator......... 31
6Y8 Multifunction meters............... 31
6Y8 Multifunction tachometers ...... 31
Start-up checks ................................ 32
Low oil pressure-alert....................... 32
Overheat alert................................... 33
Water separator alert........................ 33
Engine trouble alert .......................... 33
Low battery voltage-alert .................. 34
6Y8 Multifunction speed & fuel
meters ........................................ 34
6Y8 Multifunction speedometers ... 35
6Y8 Multifunction fuel
management meters .................. 36
Engine control system.................... 37
Alert system .................................. 37
Overheat alert................................... 37
Low oil pressure alert ....................... 37
Installation ....................................... 39
Installation ..................................... 39
Mounting the outboard motor ........... 39
Operation ......................................... 41
First-time operation ....................... 41
Fill engine oil .................................... 41
Breaking in engine............................ 41
Getting to know your boat ................ 41
Checks before starting engine ...... 41
Fuel level .......................................... 41
Remove cowling ............................... 42
Fuel system ...................................... 42
Controls ............................................ 42
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) .......... 43
Engine oil.......................................... 43
Engine .............................................. 43
Flushing device ................................ 43
Install cowling ................................... 44
Checking power trim and tilt
system........................................... 44
Battery .............................................. 45
Filling fuel...................................... 45
Operating engine .......................... 46
Sending fuel ..................................... 46
Starting engine ................................. 46
Checks after starting engine ......... 48
Cooling water ................................... 48
Warming up engine....................... 49
Electric start models ......................... 49
Checks after engine warm up ....... 49
Shifting ............................................. 49
Stop switches ................................... 49
Shifting .......................................... 49
Stopping boat................................ 50
Stopping engine............................ 51
Procedure......................................... 51
Trimming outboard motor.............. 51
Adjusting trim angle
(Power trim and tilt)....................... 52
Adjusting boat trim............................ 53
Tilting up and down....................... 53
Procedure for tilting up
(power trim and tilt models)........... 54
Procedure for tilting down
(power trim and tilt models)........... 55
Shallow water................................ 56
Power trim and tilt models ................ 56
Cruising in other conditions........... 57
Maintenance .................................... 58
Transporting and storing outboard
motor.......................................... 58
Storing outboard motor..................... 58
Procedure......................................... 59
Lubrication........................................ 60
Flushing power unit .......................... 60
Cleaning the outboard motor............ 61
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Checking painted surface of
outboard motor.............................. 61
Periodic maintenance.................... 61
Replacement parts ........................... 62
Severe operating conditions............. 62
Maintenance chart 1......................... 63
Maintenance chart 2......................... 65
Greasing........................................... 66
Cleaning and adjusting spark plug ... 67
Inspecting idle speed........................ 67
Changing engine oil.......................... 68
Inspecting wiring and connectors..... 69
Checking propeller ........................... 70
Removing propeller .......................... 70
Installing propeller ............................ 71
Changing gear oil ............................. 71
Inspecting and replacing anode(s) ... 73
Checking battery
(for electric start models) .............. 73
Connecting the battery ..................... 74
Disconnecting the battery................. 75
Trouble Recovery ............................ 77
Troubleshooting ............................ 77
Temporary action in emergency.... 80
Impact damage................................. 80
Running single engine
(twin engines)................................ 80
Replacing fuse.................................. 81
Power trim and tilt will not operate ... 81
Water separator-alert indicator
blinks while cruising ...................... 82
Treatment of submerged motor..... 83
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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 neu-
tral, and sharp edges of the propeller can cut
even when stationary.
●Stop the engine when a person is in the wa-
ter near you.
●Keep people out of reach of the propeller,
even when the engine is off.
EMU33630
Rotating parts
Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, PFD
straps, etc. can become entangled with inter-
nal rotating parts of the engine, resulting in se-
rious injury or death.
Keep the top cowling in place whenever pos-
sible. Do not remove or replace the cowling
with the engine running.
Only operate the engine with the cowling re-
moved according to the specific instructions in
the manual. Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry,
clothing, PFD straps, etc. away from any ex-
posed moving parts.
EMU33640
Hot parts
During and after operation, engine parts are
hot enough to cause burns. Avoid touching
any parts under the top cowling until the en-
gine has cooled.
EMU33650
Electric shock
Do not touch any electrical parts while starting
or operating the engine. They can cause
shock or electrocution.
EMU33660
Power trim and tilt
Body parts can be crushed between the mo-
tor and the clamp bracket when the motor is
trimmed or tilted. Keep body parts out of this
area at all times. Be sure no one is in this area
before operating the power trim and tilt mech-
anism.
The power trim and tilt switches operate even
when the main switch is off. Keep people be
away from the switches whenever working
around the motor.
Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted,
even when the tilt support lever is locked. Se-
vere injury could occur if the outboard motor
accidentally falls.
EMU33671
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
Attach the engine shut-off cord so that the en-
gine stops if the operator falls overboard or
leaves the helm. This prevents the boat from
running away under power and leaving peo-
ple stranded, or running over people or ob-
jects.
Always attach the engine shut-off cord to a
secure place on your clothing or your arm or
leg while operating. Do not remove it to leave
the helm while the boat is moving. Do not at-
tach the cord to clothing that could tear loose,
or route the cord where it could become en-
tangled, preventing it from functioning.
Do not route the cord where it is likely to be
accidentally pulled out. If the cord is pulled
during operation, the engine will shut off and
you will lose most steering control. The boat
could slow rapidly, throwing people and ob-
jects forward.
EMU33810
Gasoline
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-
mable and explosive. Always, refuel accord-
ing to the procedure on page 46 to reduce the
risk of fire and explosion.
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.
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If any gasoline spills onto your skin, immedi-
ately wash with soap and water. Change
clothing if gasoline spills on it.
If you swallow gasoline, inhale a lot of gaso-
line vapor, or get gasoline in your eyes, get
immediate medical attention. Never siphon
fuel by mouth.
EMU33900
Carbon monoxide
This product emits exhaust gases which con-
tain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless
gas which may cause brain damage or death
when inhaled. Symptoms include nausea,
dizziness, and drowsiness. Keep cockpit and
cabin areas well ventilated. Avoid blocking ex-
haust outlets.
EMU33780
Modifications
Do not attempt to modify this outboard motor.
Modifications to your outboard motor may re-
duce safety and reliability, and render the out-
board unsafe or illegal to use.
EMU33740
Boating safety
This section includes a few of the many im-
portant safety precautions that you should fol-
low when boating.
EMU33710
Alcohol and drugs
Never operate after drinking alcohol or taking
drugs. Intoxication is one of the most common
factors contributing to boating fatalities.
EMU33720
Personal flotation devices
Have an approved personal flotation device
(PFD) on board for every occupant. Yamaha
recommends that you must 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.
EMU33731
People in the water
Always watch carefully for people in the wa-
ter, such as swimmers, skiers, or divers,
whenever the engine is running. When some-
one is in the water near the boat, shift into
neutral and stop the engine.
Stay away from swimming areas. Swimmers
can be hard to see.
The propeller can keep moving even when
the motor is in neutral. Stop the engine when
a person is in the water near you.
EMU33751
Passengers
Consult your boat manufacturer’s instructions
for details about appropriate passenger loca-
tions in your boat and be sure all passengers
are positioned properly before accelerating
and when operating above an idle speed.
Standing or sitting in non-designated loca-
tions may result in being thrown either over-
board or within the boat due to waves, wakes,
or sudden changes in speed or direction.
Even when people are positioned properly,
alert your passengers if you must make any
unusual maneuver. Always avoid jumping
waves or wakes.
EMU33760
Overloading
Do not overload the boat. Consult the boat ca-
pacity plate or boat manufacturer for maxi-
mum weight and number of passengers. Be
sure that weight is properly distributed ac-
cording to the boat manufacturers instruc-
tions. Overloading or incorrect weight
distribution can compromise the boats han-
dling and lead to an accident, capsizing or
swamping.
EMU33772
Avoid collisions
Scan constantly for people, objects, and other
boats. Be alert for conditions that limit your
visibility or block your vision of others.
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Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep
a safe distance away from people, objects,
and other boats.
●Do not follow directly behind other boats or
waterskiers.
●Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that
make it hard for others to avoid you or un-
derstand where you are going.
●Avoid areas with submerged objects or
shallow water.
●Ride within your limits and avoid aggressive
maneuvers to reduce the risk of loss of con-
trol, ejection, and collision.
●Take early action to avoid collisions. Re-
member, boats do not have brakes, and
stopping the engine or reducing throttle can
reduce the ability to steer. If you are not
sure that you can stop in time before hitting
an obstacle, apply throttle and turn in anoth-
er direction.
EMU33790
Weather
Stay informed about the weather. Check
weather forecasts before boating. Avoid boat-
ing in hazardous weather.
EMU33880
Passenger training
Make sure at least one other passenger is
trained to operate the boat in the event of an
emergency.
EMU33890
Boating safety publications
Be informed about boating safety. Additional
publications and information can be obtained
from many boating organizations.
EMU33600
Laws and regulations
Know the marine laws and regulations where
you will be boating- and obey them. Several
sets of rules prevail according to geographic
location, but all are basically the same as the
International Rules of the Road.
ZMU06025
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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.
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.
EMU25190
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.
EMU37290
EC Declaration of Conformity
(DoC)
This outboard motor conforms to certain por-
tions of the European Parliament directive re-
lating to machinery.
Each conformed outboard motor accompa-
nied with EC DoC.EC DoC contains the fol-
lowing information;
●Name of Engine Manufacture
●Model name
●Product code of model (Approved model
code)
●Code of conformed directives
EMU25203
CE Marking
Outboard motors affixed with this “CE”mark-
ing conform with the directives of; 98/37/EC,
94/25/EC - 2003/44/EC and 2004/108/EC.
1. Outboard motor serial number location
1. Key number
1. CE marking location
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General information
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ZMU06040
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EMU33522
Read manuals and labels
Before operating or working on this outboard motor:
●Read this manual.
●Read any manuals supplied with the boat.
●Read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat.
If you need any additional information, contact your Yamaha dealer.
EMU33832
Warning labels
If these labels are damaged or missing, contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements.
F150A, FL150A, F150A1, FL150A1
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EMU34651
Contents of labels
The above warning labels mean as follows.
1
WARNING
EWM01681
●Keep hands, hair, and clothing away
from rotating parts while the engine is
running.
●Do not touch or remove electrical parts
when starting or during operation.
2
WARNING
EWM01671
●Read Owner’s Manuals and labels.
●Wear an approved personal flotation de-
vice (PFD).
●Attach engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to
your PFD, arm, or leg so the engine
stops if you accidentally leave the helm,
which could prevent a runaway boat.
EMU33850
Other labels
12
ZMU06191
3
ZMU05710
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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
ZMU05666
ZMU05667
ZMU05668
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Specifications and requirements
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Specifications
T
IP:
“(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 installed.
T
IP:
“*”means, select the engine oil referring to the
chart of engine oil paragraph. For further infor-
mation, see page 12.
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Dimension:
Overall length:
862 mm (33.9 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 (SUS) L:
219.0 kg (483 lb)
Weight (SUS) X:
224.0 kg (494 lb)
Performance:
Full throttle operating range:
5000–6000 r/min
Maximum output:
110.3 kW@5500 r/min (150 HP@5500
r/min)
Idle speed (in neutral):
700 ±50 r/min
Engine:
Type:
4-stroke L
Displacement:
2670.0 cm³
Bore ×stroke:
94.0 ×96.2 mm (3.70 ×3.79 in)
Ignition system:
TCI
Spark plug (NGK):
LFR5A-11
Spark plug gap:
1.0–1.1 mm (0.039–0.043 in)
Control system:
Remote control
Starting system:
Electric starter
Starting carburetion system:
Electronic fuel injection
Valve clearance (cold engine) IN:
0.17–0.23 mm (0.0067–0.0091 in)
Valve clearance (cold engine) EX:
0.31–0.37 mm (0.0122–0.0146 in)
Min. cold cranking amps (CCA/EN):
711.0 A
Min. rated capacity (20HR/IEC):
100.0 Ah
Maximum generator output:
36 A
Drive unit:
Gear positions:
Forward-neutral-reverse
Gear ratio:
2.00(28/14)
Trim and tilt system:
Power trim and tilt
Propeller mark:
F150AET M
F150AET1 M
FL150AET ML
FL150AET1 ML
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Specifications and requirements
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Fuel and oil:
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline
Min. research octane:
90
Recommended engine oil:
4-stroke outboard motor oil
Recommended engine oil group 1*:
SAE 10W-30/10W-40/5W-30
API SE/SF/SG/SH/SJ/SL
Recommended engine oil group 2*:
SAE 15W-40/20W-40/20W-50
API SH/SJ/SL
Total engine oil quantity (oil pan capacity):
5.2 L (5.50 US qt, 4.58 Imp.qt)
Lubrication:
Wet sump
Recommended gear oil:
Hypoid gear oil SAE#90
Gear oil quantity:
F150AET 0.980 L (1.036 US qt,
0.862 Imp.qt)
F150AET1 0.980 L (1.036 US qt,
0.862 Imp.qt)
FL150AET 0.870 L (0.920 US qt,
0.766 Imp.qt)
FL150AET1 0.870 L (0.920 US qt,
0.766 Imp.qt)
Tightening torque for engine:
Spark plug:
25.0 Nm (2.55 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)
Propeller nut:
55.0 Nm (5.61 kgf-m, 40.6 ft-lb)
Engine oil drain bolt:
28.0 Nm (2.86 kgf-m, 20.7 ft-lb)
Engine oil filter:
18.0 Nm (1.84 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
Noise and vibration level:
Operator sound pressure level (ICOMIA
39/94 and 40/94):
79.6 dB(A)
EMU33554
Installation requirements
EMU33564
Boat horsepower rating
WARNING
EWM01560
Overpowering a boat can cause severe in-
stability.
Before installing the outboard motor(s), con-
firm that the total horsepower of your out-
board motor(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 mounting of the outboard mo-
tor could result in hazardous conditions
such as poor handling, loss of control,
or fire hazards.
●Because the motor is very heavy, spe-
cial equipment and training is required
to mount it safely.
Your dealer or other person experienced in
proper rigging should mount the motor using
correct equipment and complete rigging in-
structions. For further information, see page
39.
EMU33581
Remote control requirements
WARNING
EWM01580
●If the engine starts in gear, the boat can
move suddenly and unexpectedly, pos-
sibly causing a collision or throwing
passengers overboard.
●If the engine ever starts in gear, the
start-in-gear protection device is not
working correctly and you should dis-
continue using the outboard. Contact
your Yamaha dealer.
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Specifications and requirements
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The remote control unit must be equipped
with a start-in-gear protection device(s). This
device prevents the engine from starting un-
less it is in neutral.
EMU25694
Battery requirements
EMU25721
Battery specifications
The engine cannot be started if battery volt-
age is too low.
EMU36290
Mounting battery
Mount the battery holder securely in a dry,
well-ventilated, vibration-free location in the
boat. WARNING! Do not put flammable
items, or loose heavy or metal objects in
the same compartment as the battery.
Fire, explosion or sparks could result.
[EWM01820]
EMU36300
Multiple batteries
To connect multiple batteries, such as for mul-
tiple engine configurations or for an accessory
battery, consult your Yamaha dealer about
battery selection and correct wiring.
EMU34194
Propeller selection
Next to selecting an outboard motor, selecting
the right propeller is one of the most important
purchasing decisions a boater can make. The
type, size, and design of your propeller have
a direct impact on acceleration, top speed,
fuel economy, and even engine life. Yamaha
designs and manufactures propellers for ev-
ery Yamaha outboard motor and every appli-
cation.
Your outboard motor came with a Yamaha
propeller selected to perform well over a
range of applications, but there may be uses
where a different propeller would be more ap-
propriate.
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, select a larger pitch propeller
for a smaller operating load and a smaller
pitch propeller for a heavier load. If you carry
loads that vary widely, select the propeller that
lets the engine run in the proper range for your
maximum load but remember that you may
need to reduce your throttle setting to stay
within the recommended engine speed range
when carrying lighter loads.
To check the propeller, see page 70.
EMU36310
Counter rotation models
Standard outboard motors rotate clockwise.
Counter rotation models rotate counterclock-
wise. Counter rotation models are typically
used in multiple motor setups and are marked
with an “L”on the gear case above the anti-
ventilation plate.
Minimum cold cranking amps (CCA/EN):
711.0 A
Minimum rated capacity (20HR/IEC):
100.0 Ah
1. Propeller diameter in inches
2. Propeller pitch in inches
3. Type of propeller (propeller mark)
ZMU04607
-
x
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On counter rotation models, be sure to use a
propeller intended for counterclockwise rota-
tion. These propellers are identified with the
letter “L”after the size indication on the pro-
peller. WARNING! Never use a standard
propeller with a counter rotation motor, or
a counter rotation propeller with a stan-
dard motor. Otherwise the boat could go
in the direction opposite of that expected
(for example, reverse instead of forward),
which could lead to an accident. [EWM01810]
For instructions on propeller removal and in-
stallation, see page 70 and 71.
EMU25770
Start-in-gear protection
Yamaha outboard motors or Yamaha-ap-
proved 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 engine.
EMU37475
Engine oil requirements
If the recommended engine oil grades are not
available, select an alternative from the fol-
lowing chart according to the average temper-
atures in your area.
EMU36360
Fuel requirements
EMU36802
Gasoline
Use a good quality gasoline that meets the
minimum octane rating. If knocking or pinging
occurs, use a different brand of gasoline or
premium unleaded fuel.
NOTICE
ECM01981
●Do not use leaded gasoline. Leaded gas-
oline can seriously damage the engine.
●Avoid getting water and contaminants in
the fuel tank. Contaminated fuel can
cause poor performance or engine dam-
age. Use only fresh gasoline that has
been stored in clean containers.
Recommended engine oil:
4-stroke motor oil with a combination
of the following SAE and API oil clas-
sifications
Engine oil type SAE:
10W-30 or 10W-40
Engine oil grade API:
SE, SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL
Total engine oil quantity (oil pan capaci-
ty):
5.2 L (5.50 US qt, 4.58 Imp.qt)
Replacement engine oil quantity (at peri-
odic maintenance):
Without oil filter replacement:
4.3 L (4.55 US qt, 3.78 Imp.qt)
With oil filter replacement:
4.5 L (4.76 US qt, 3.96 Imp.qt)
Recommended gasoline:
Regular unleaded gasoline with a
minimum octane rating of 90 (Re-
search Octane Number).
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EMU36880
Muddy or acidic water
Yamaha strongly recommends that you have
your dealer install the optional chromium-plat-
ed water pump kit if you use the outboard mo-
tor in muddy or acidic water conditions.
However, depending on the model it might not
be required.
EMU36330
Anti-fouling paint
A clean hull improves boat performance. The
boat bottom should be kept as clean of marine
growth as possible. If necessary, the boat bot-
tom can be coated with an anti-fouling paint
approved for your area to inhibit marine
growth.
Do not use anti-fouling paint which includes
copper or graphite. These paints can cause
more rapid engine corrosion.
EMU36341
Motor disposal requirements
Never illegally discard (dump) the motor.
Yamaha recommends consulting the dealer
about discarding the motor.
EMU36352
Emergency equipment
Keep the following items onboard in case
there is trouble with the outboard motor.
●A tool kit with assorted screwdrivers, pliers,
wrenches (including metric sizes), and
electrical tape.
●Waterproof flashlight with extra batteries.
●An extra engine shut-off cord (lanyard) with
clip.
●Spare parts, such as an extra set of spark
plugs.
Consult your Yamaha dealer for details.
EMU39000
Emission control information
The following labels are affixed to outboard
motors that conform to US regulations.
EMU25230
North American models
This engine conforms to U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) regulations for ma-
rine SI engines. See the label affixed to your
engine for details.
EMU31560
Approval label of emission control certifi-
cate
This label is attached to the bottom cowling.
New Technology; (4-stroke) MFI
1. Approval label location
ZMU06894
EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION MFI
THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO CALIFORNIA AND U.S. EPA EXHAUST
REGULATIONS FOR SI MARINE ENGINES. REFER TO THE OWNER'S
MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.
MEETS U.S. EPA EVAP STANDARDS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS.
FAMILY:
DISPLACEMENT: liters
SPARK PLUG:
FUEL: GASOLINE
FELs(HC+NOx / CO) : / g/kW-hr MAX POWER: kW
IDLE SPEED: ± rpm IN NETRAL
SPARK PLUG GAP (mm):
VALVE LASH (mm) IN: EX:
YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD.
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EMU25262
Manufactured date label
This label is attached to the clamp bracket or
the swivel bracket.
EMU25273
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.
EMU40330
One Star—Low Emission
The one-star label identifies engines that
meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal
Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001
exhaust emission standards. Engines meet-
ing these standards have 75% lower emis-
sions than conventional carbureted two-
stroke engines. These engines are equivalent
to the U.S. EPA’s 2006 standards for marine
engines.
EMU40340
Two Stars—Very Low Emission
The two-star label identifies engines that meet
the Air Resources Board’s Personal Water-
craft and Outboard marine engine 2004 ex-
haust emission standards. Engines meeting
these standards have 20% lower emissions
than One Star-Low-Emission engines.
1. Manufactured date label location
1. Star labels location
Manufactured:
ZMU04346
ZMU01702
ZMU01703
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