Yamaha Outboard Motor 60A User Manual

60A

70A

90A

OWNER’S MANUAL

U.S.A.Edition

LIT-18626-04-56

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TO THE OWNER

Thank you for choosing a Yamaha out-

board motor. This Owner’s manual con-

tains information needed for proper oper-

ation, maintenance and care. A thorough

understanding of these simple instruc-

tions 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.

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 advance-

ments 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 consult your 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!

NOTE:

Failure to follow WARNING instructions The 70TR, 90TR and their standard acces-

could result in severe injury or death to sories are used as a base for the explana-

the machine operator, a bystander, or a tions and illustrations in this manual.

person inspecting or repairing the out- Therefore, some items may not apply to

board motor.

every model.

EMU01446

60A/70A/90A

OWNER'S MANUAL

1st Edition, April 2001

Any reprinting or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

is expressly prohibited.

Printed in Japan

P/N LIT-18626-04-56

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CONTENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION

BASIC COMPONENTS

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLE RECOVERY

INDEX

READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR.

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Chapter 1

GENERAL

INFORMATION

IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

RECORD ....................................................1-1

Outboard motor serial number...........1-1

Key number...........................................1-1

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION...1-2

SAFETY INFORMATION..........................1-3

IMPORTANT LABELS ..............................1-5

BASIC BOATING RULES .........................1-6

FUELING INSTRUCTIONS.....................1-10

Gasoline ..............................................1-11

Engine oil ............................................1-11

BATTERY REQUIREMENT ....................1-12

PROPELLER SELECTION.......................1-13

START-IN-GEAR PROTECTION ............1-14

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IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

RECORD

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OUTBOARD MOTOR SERIAL NUMBER

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

MADE IN JAPAN

PAYS D’ORIGINE JAPON

The outboard motor serial number is

stamped on the label attached to the port

side of the clamp-bracket.

Record your outboard motor serial num-

ber in the spaces provided to assist you in

ordering spare parts from your Yamaha

dealer or for reference in case your out-

board motor is stolen.

401012

1 Outboard motor serial number

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KEY NUMBER

If a main key switch is equipped with the

motor, 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.

YAMAHA

1 Key number

123

904011*

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EMISSION CONTROL

INFORMATION

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NORTH AMERICAN MODELS

This engine conforms to U.S.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

regulations for marine SI engines. See the

label affixed to your engine for details.

Approval label of Emission control

certificate

This label is attached to the bottom cowl-

ing.

1 Emission control information label

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION

ENGINE FAMILY :

THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO 2001 U.S. EPA REGULATIONS FOR MARINE SI ENGINES.

g/kw-hr

rpm IN NEUTRAL

FELs :

IDLE SPEED :

SPARK PLUG GAP (mm) :

SPARK PLUG :

Existing Technology ; N/A

Manufactured date label

This label is attached to the clamp bracket

or the swivel bracket.

2 Manufactured date label

Manufactured:

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8 This product emits exhaust gases which

contain 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

exhaust outlets.

8 Check throttle, shift, and steering for

proper operation before starting the

engine.

8 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.

8 Know the marine laws and regulations

where you will be boating - and obey

them. Refer to the “RULES OF THE

ROAD” section for basic boating rules.

8 Stay informed about the weather.

Check weather forecasts before boating.

Avoid boating in hazardous weather.

8 Tell someone where you are going:

leave a Float Plan with a responsible

person. Be sure to cancel the Float Plan

when you return.

8 Use common sense and good judgment

when boating. Know your abilities, and

be sure you understand how your boat

handles 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 watch for obstacles

and other traffic.

SAFETY

INFORMATION

8 Before mounting or operating the out-

board motor, read this entire manual.

Reading it should give you an under-

standing of the motor and its operation.

8 Before operating the boat, read any

owner’s or operator’s manuals supplied

with it and all labels. Be sure you under-

stand each item before operating.

8 Do not overpower the boat with this

outboard 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 horse-

power capacity of the boat. If the rated

horsepower capacity of the boat is

unknown, consult the dealer or boat

manufacturer.

8 Do not modify the outboard.

Modifications could make the motor

unfit or unsafe to use.

8 Never operate after drinking alcohol or

taking drugs. About 50% of all boating

fatalities involve intoxication.

8 Have an approved personal flotation

device (PFD) on board for every occu-

pant. It is a good idea to wear a PFD

whenever boating. At a minimum, chil-

dren and non-swimmers should always

wear PFDs, and everyone should wear

PFDs when there are potentially haz-

ardous boating conditions.

8 Gasoline is highly flammable, and its

vapors are flammable and explosive.

Handle and store gasoline carefully.

Make sure there are no gas fumes or

leaking fuel before starting the engine.

8 Always watch carefully for swimmers

during the engine operation.

8 Stay away from swimming areas.

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8 When a swimmer is in the water near

you shift into neutral and shut off the

engine.

8 Be informed about boating safety.

Additional publications and information

can be obtained from many organiza-

tions, including the following:

United States Coast Guard

Consumer Affairs Staff (G-BC)

Office of Boating, Public, and Consumer

Affairs

U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters

Washington, D.C. 20593-0001

Boating Safety Hotline: 1-800-368-5647

National Marine Manufacturers

Association (NMMA)

401 N. Michigan Ave.

Chicago, Il 60611

Marine Retailers Association of America

155 N. Michigan Ave.

Chicago, Il 60601

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IMPORTANT LABELS

WARNING LABELS

WARNING

Be sure shift control is in neutral

before starting engine. (except 2HP)

Do not touch or remove electrical parts

when starting or during operation.

202021

Keep hands,hair,and clothes away from flywheel

and other rotating parts while engine is running.

6A1-83625-41

202022

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Stand-on Vessel

BASIC BOATING RULES

The vessel with the right-of-way has the

duty to continue its course and speed,

except to avoid an immediate collision.

When you maintain your direction and

speed, the other vessel will be able to

determine how best to avoid you.

(Rules of the road)

Just as there are rules which apply when

you are driving on streets and high ways,

there are waterway rules which apply

when you are driving your boat. These

rules are used internationally, and are

also enforced by the United States Coast

Guard and local agencies. You should be

aware of these rules, and follow them

whenever you encounter another vessel

on the water.

Give-way Vessel

The vessel which does not have the right-

of-way has the duty to take positive and

timely action to stay out of the way of the

Stand-On vessel. Normally, you should

not cross in front of the vessel with the

right-of-way. You should slow down or

change directions briefly and pass behind

the other vessel. You should always move

in such a way that the operator of the

other vessel can see what you are doing.

Several sets of rules prevail according to

geographic location, but are all basically

the same as the International Rules of the

Road. The rules presented here in your

Owner’s Manual are condensed, and have

been provided for your convenience only.

Consult your local U.S. Coast Guard

Auxiliary or Department of Motor

Vehicles for a complete set of rules gov-

erning the waters in which you will be

using your boat.

“The general prudential rule”

This rule is called Rule 2 in the Inter-

national Rules and says,

‘In obeying and construing these rules

due regard shall be had to all dangers

of navigation and collision, and to any

special circumstances, which may ren-

der a departure from the above rules

necessary in order to avoid immediate

danger.’

STEERING AND SAILING RULES AND

SOUND SIGNALS

Whenever two vessels on the water meet

one another, one vessel has the right-of-

way; it is called the “stand-on” vessel.

The vessel which does not have the right-

of-way is called the “give-way” or “bur-

dened” vessel. These rules determine

which vessel has the right-of-way, and

what each vessel should do.

In other words, follow the standard rules

except when a collision will occur unless

both vessels try to avoid each other. If

that is the case, both vessels become

“Give-Way” vessels.

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keep the other vessel on your port (left)

side. This rule doesn’t apply if both of you

will clear one another if you continue on

your set course and speed.

RULES WHEN ENCOUNTERING

VESSELS

There are three main situations which you

may encounter with other vessels which

could lead to a collision unless the

Steering Rules are followed:

Meeting

(you are approaching another vessel

head-on)

Crossing

(you are travelling across the other ves-

sel’s path)

Overtaking

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(you are passing or being passed by

another vessel)

Crossing

When two power driven vessels are

crossing each other’s path close enough

to run the risk of collision, the vessel

which has the other on the starboard

(right) side must keep out of the way of

the other. If the other vessel is on your

right, you must keep out of its way; you

are the Give-Way vessel. If the other ves-

sel is on your port (left) side, remember

that you should maintain course and

direction, provided the other vessel gives

you the right-of-way as it should.

In the following illustration, your boat is

in the center. You should give the right-of-

way to any vessels shown in white area

(you are the Give-Way vessel). Any ves-

sels in the shaded area must yield to you

(they are the Give-Way vessels). Both you

and the meeting vessel must alter course

to avoid each other.

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Meeting

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If you are meeting another power vessel

head on, and are close enough to run the

risk of collision, neither of you has the

right-of-way! Both of you should alter

course to avoid an accident. You should

Overtaking

If you are passing another vessel, you are

the “Give-Way” vessel. This means that

the other vessel is expected to maintain

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its course and speed. You must stay out 1. When the sailing vessel is overtaking

of its way until you are clear of it.

Likewise, if another vessel is passing you,

the power-driven vessel, the power-

driven vessel has the right-of-way.

you should maintain your speed and 2. Sailing vessels should keep clear of

direction so that the other vessel can steer

itself around you.

OTHER SPECIAL SITUATIONS

There are three other rules you should be

aware of when driving your boat around

other vessels.

any fishing vessel.

3. In a narrow channel, a sailing vessel

should not hamper the safe passage

of a power-driven vessel which can

navigate only in such a channel.

Reading Buoys and Other Markers

Narrow Channels and Bends

The waters of the United states are

marked for safe navigation by the lateral

system of buoyage. Simply put, buoys

and markers have an arrangement of

shapes, colors, numbers and lights to

show which side of the buoy a boater

should pass on when navigating in a par-

ticular direction. The markings on these

buoys are oriented from the perspective

of being entered from seaward (the

boater is going towards the port). This

means that red buoys are passed on the

starboard (right) side when proceeding

from open water into port, and black

buoys are to port (left) side. When navi-

gating out of port, your position with

respect to the buoys should be reversed;

red buoys should be to port and black

buoys to starboard.

Many bodies of water used by boaters are

entirely within the boundaries of a partic-

ular state. The Uniform State Waterway

Marking System has been devised for

these waters. This system uses buoys and

signs with distinctive shapes and colors

to show regulatory or advisory informa-

tion. These markers are white with black

letters and orange boarders. They signify

speed zones, restricted areas, danger

areas, and general information.

When navigating in narrow channels, you

should keep to the right when it is safe

and practical to do so. If the operator of a

power-driven vessel is preparing to go

around a bend that may obstruct the view

of other water vessels, the operator

should sound a prolonged blast on the

whistle (4 to 6 seconds). If another vessel

is around the bend, it too should sound

the whistle. Even if no reply is heard,

however, the vessel should still proceed

around the bend with caution. If you navi-

gate such waters with your boat, you will

need to carry a portable air horn, avail-

able from local marine supply stores.

Fishing Vessel Right-of-way

All vessels which are fishing with nets,

lines or trawls are considered to be“fish-

ing vessels” under the International

Rules. Vessels with trolling lines are not

considered fishing vessels. Fishing ves-

sels have the right-of-way regardless of

position. Fishing vessels cannot, howev-

er, impede the passage of other vessels in

narrow channels.

Sailing Vessel Right-of-way

Sailing vessels should normally be given

the right-of-way. The exceptions to this

are:

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Remember, markings may vary by geo-

graphic location. Always consult local

boating authorities before driving your

boat in unfamiliar waters.

MAIN CHANNEL BUOYS

"1" " 3" " 5" " 7"

" 6"

LIGHTED BUOY (Port Hand)`

C "1"

N " 2"

" 7"

Odd number. increasing toward head of naviga-

tion.Leave to port (left) proceeding upstream.

RB " L"

White Light

Green Light

RG " L"

"5"

new

BUOY

old

COLOR CODE

"4"

BLACK

" 2" " 4" " 6"

LIGHTED BUOY (Starboard Hand)`

RED

Even number,increasing toward head of naviga-

tion. Leave to starboard (right) proceeding up-

stream.

" 3"

GREEN

White Light

Red Light

"A"

" 2"

new

old

"1"

"A"

LIGHTED SAFE WATER BUOY

Proceeding toward head

of navigation from seaward

No number. Marks midchannel, pass on either

side. Letter has no lateral significance, used for

identification and location purposes.

SECONDARY CHANNEL BUOYS

STARTS NEW NUMBERING SYSTEM

Top Mark

White Light

" 1"

CAN BUOY

Odd number. Leave to port.

new

old

new

RB " L"

RG " L"

LIGHTED PREFERRED CHANNEL TO

PORT BUOY

" 2"

NUN BUOY

Even number. Leave to starboard

No number. Topmost band red

preferred

channel is to left of buoy. Letter has no lateral

significance, used for identification and location

purposes.

Red or

White Light

Red Light

new

old

No change

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FUELING INSTRUCTIONS

GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH-

LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE!

8 Do not smoke when refueling, and

keep away from sparks, flames, or

other sources of ignition.

8 Stop engine before refueling.

8 Refuel in a well-ventilated area. Refuel

portable fuel tanks off the boat.

8 Take care not to spill gasoline. If gaso-

line spills, wipe it up immediately with

dry rags.

8 Do not overfill the fuel tank.

8 Tighten the filler cap securely after

refueling.

8 If you should swallow some gasoline

inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get

gasoline in your eyes, get immediate

medical attention.

8 If any gasoline spills onto your skin,

immediately wash with soap and

water. Change clothing if gasoline spills

on it.

8 Touch the fuel nozzle to the filler open-

ing or funnel to help prevent electrosta-

tic sparks.

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 (PETROL)

Recommended gasoline:

Regular unleaded gasoline with

a minimum octane rating of 86

(Pump Octane Number) = (R+M)/2

If knocking or pinging occurs, use a differ-

ent brand of gasoline or premium unlead-

ed fuel. If unleaded gasoline is not avail-

able, then leaded regular gasoline can be

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Gasohol

There are two types of gasohol: gasohol

containing ethanol and that containing

methanol. Gasohol containing ethanol

can be used if ethanol content does not

exceed 10% and the fuel meets minimum

octane ratings. Gasohol containing

methanol is not recommended by

Yamaha because it can cause fuel system

damage or engine performance prob-

lems.

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ENGINE OIL

Recommended engine oil:

YAMALUBE 2 STROKE OUTBOARD

OIL

If the recommended engine oil is not

available, another 2-stroke engine oil with

a NMMA-certified TC-W3 rating may be

used.

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BATTERY REQUIREMENT

Do not use a battery that does not meet

the specified capacity. If a battery which

differs from the specification is used, the

electrical system may perform poorly or

be overloaded, causing electrical system

damage.

Models with only a rectifier installed:

60TR, 70TR

8 Using a maintenance-free battery with

the above models can shorten the life

of the battery significantly.

8 Use caution when connecting acces-

sories such as fish finders, as they may

be damaged by high voltage. Install an

optional rectifier regulator or use acces-

sories rated to withstand 18 volts or

higher with the above models. Consult

your Yamaha dealer for details on

installing an optional rectifier regulator.

Choose a battery for electric start models

which meets the following specifications.

Minimum cold crank performance

380 Amps at -17.8°C (0°F)

Minimum reserve capacity

124 minutes at 26.7°C (80°F)

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PROPELLER SELECTION

The performance of your outboard motor

will be critically affected by your choice of

propeller, 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

propellers 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 suitable as it enables

the correct engine speed to be main-

tained. Conversely, a larger-pitch pro-

peller is more suitable for a smaller oper-

ating load.

Yamaha dealers stock a range of pro-

pellers, and can advise you and install a

propeller on your outboard that is best

suited to your application.

NOTE:

At full throttle and under a maximum

boat load, the engine’s rpm should be

within the upper half of the full throttle

operating range, as listed in “SPECIFICA-

TIONS” on page 4-1. Select a propeller

which fulfills this requirement.

If operating under conditions which allow

the engine’s rpm to rise above the maxi-

mum recommended range (such as light

boat loads), reduce the throttle setting to

maintain the rpm in the proper operating

range.

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1 Propeller diameter (in inches)

2 Propeller pitch (in inches)

3 Type of propeller (propeller mark)

Refer to the section “CHECKING PRO-

PELLER” for instructions on propeller

removal and installation.

13 x 17 - K

q w e

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START-IN-GEAR PROTECTION

Yamaha outboard motors 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 Neutral.

Always select Neutral before starting the

engine.

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Chapter 2

BASIC COMPONENTS

MAIN COMPONENTS..............................2-1

OPERATIONS OF CONTROLS AND

OTHER FUNCTIONS................................2-2

Fuel tank.................................................2-2

Remote control......................................2-3

Power trim/tilt switch............................2-7

Trim tab..................................................2-8

Digital tachometer ................................2-9

Tilt support lever.................................2-12

Top cowling lock levers......................2-12

Flushing device ...................................2-12

WARNING SYSTEM ..............................2-13

Overheat warning ...............................2-13

Oil level warning/oil filter clogging

warning................................................2-14

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MAIN COMPONENTS

1 Top cowling

0 Tilt support lever

q Power trim and tilt switch

*w Flushing device

*e Remote control box

*r Digital tachometer

2 Top cowling lock lever

3 Anti-cavitation plate

4 Trim tab (Anode)

*5 Propeller

6 Cooling water inlet

7 Anode

8 Trim angle adjusting rod

9 Clamp bracket

*May not be exactly as shown; also may not

be included as standard equipment on all

models.

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OPERATIONS OF CONTROLS

AND

OTHER FUNCTIONS

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FUEL TANK

If your model was equipped with a

portable fuel tank, its function is as fol-

lows.

1 Fuel hose joint

2 Fuel meter(If equipped)

3 Fuel tank cap

4 Air vent screw(If equipped)

Fuel hose joint

This connector is provided for connecting

or disconnecting fuel hose.

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Fuel meter

This meter is on the fuel tank cap. It

shows current fuel quantity in the fuel

tank approximately.

Fuel tank cap

This cap is for filling fuel. To remove it,

turn it counterclockwise.

Air Vent screw

This screw is on the fuel tank cap. To

loosen it, turn it counterclockwise.

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REMOTE CONTROL

Both the shifter and the throttle are actu-

ated by the remote control lever. In addi-

tion, this control also has the electrical

switches.

1 Remote control lever

2 Neutral interlock trigger

3 Neutral throttle lever

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4 Main switch

5 Engine stop lanyard switch

6 Power trim and tilt switch

7 Throttle friction adjusting screw

Remote control lever

Moving the lever forward from the

Neutral position engages Forward gear.

Pulling the lever back from Neutral

engages Reverse. The engine will contin-

ue to run at idle until the lever is moved

about 35° (a detent can be felt). Moving

the lever farther opens the throttle, and

the engine will begin to accelerate.

1 Neutral

2 Forward

3 Reverse

4 Shift

5 Fully closed

6 Throttle

7 Fully open

701031

Neutral interlock trigger

To shift out of Neutral, the neutral inter-

lock trigger of the remote control lever

must first be pulled up.

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Neutral throttle lever

To open the throttle without shifting into

either Forward or Reverse, place the

remote control lever in the Neutral posi-

tion and lift the neutral throttle lever.

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.

701033*

1 Fully open

2 Fully closed

Main switch

The main switch controls the ignition sys-

tem; its operation is described below.

OFF

START

8 OFF

Electrical circuits switched off. (The key

can be removed.)

8 ON

701045

Electrical circuits switched on. (The key

cannot be removed.)

8 START

Starter-motor will turn and start engine.

(When the key is released, it returns auto-

matically to “ON”.)

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Engine stop lanyard switch

The lock-plate on the end of the lanyard

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 clothing, or arm or leg.

Should the operator fall overboard or

leave the helm, the lanyard will pull out

the lock plate, stopping ignition to the

engine. This will prevent the boat from

running away under power.

8 Attach the engine stop switch lanyard

to a secure place on your clothing, your

arm or leg while operating.

8 Do not attach the lanyard to clothing

that could tear loose. Do not route the

lanyard in such a way that it could

become entangled, preventing it from

functioning.

8 Avoid accidentally pulling the lanyard

during 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.

NOTE:

The engine cannot be started with the

lock-plate removed.

1 Lock-plate

2 Lanyard

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Power Trim/Tilt Switch

The power trim/tilt adjusts the motor

angle in relation to the transom. The

power trim/tilt switch is located on the

remote control lever grip. Pushing the

switch “UP” trims the motor up, then tilts

the motor up. Pressing the switch “DN”

tilts the motor down and trims the motor

down. When the switch button is

released, the motor will stop in its current

position.

701034*

NOTE:

Refer to the sections “ADJUSTING TRIM

ANGLE” and “TILTING UP/DOWN” in

Chapter 3 for instructions on usage.

EMU01155

Throttle Friction Adjusting Screw

A friction device in the remote control box

provides adjustable resistance to move-

ment of the remote control lever, and can

be set according to operator preference.

An adjusting screw is located on the front

of the remote control box.

Resistance

Increase

Screw

Turn clockwise

Turn counterclockwise

Decrease

701035

Do not overtighten the friction adjusting

screw. If there is too much resistance, it

may be difficult to move the lever, which

could result in an accident.

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EMU01125

POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH

The power trim/tilt adjusts the motor

angle in relation to the transom. The

power trim/tilt switch is located on the

side of the bottom engine cowling.

Pushing the switch “UP” trims the motor

up, then tilts the motor up. Pressing the

switch “DN” tilts the motor down and

trims the motor down. When the switch

button is released, the motor will stop in

its current position.

302021

Use the power trim/tilt switch located on

the bottom engine cowling only when

the boat is at a complete stop with the

engine off. Attempting to use the cowl-

ing-mounted power trim/tilt switch while

the boat is moving could increase the risk

of falling overboard and could distract

the operator, increasing the risk of colli-

sion with another boat or an obstacle.

NOTE:

Refer to the section “Adjusting Trim

Angle” and “Tilting Up/Down” for instruc-

tions on usage.

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EMD04011

TRIM TAB

The trim tab should be adjusted so that

the steering control can be turned to

either the right or left by applying the

same amount of force.

An improperly adjusted trim tab may

cause difficult steering. Always test run

after the trim tab has been installed or

replaced to be sure steering is correct. Be

sure you have tightened the bolt after

adjusting the trim tab.

603014

1 Trim tab

2 Bolt

3 Cap

Boat tends to veer The rear end of

trim tab

603012

To the left

(port side)

“Turn the left

(port side), “”A””

in the figure”

To the right

“Turn the right

(starboard side)

(starboard side),

“”B”” in the figure”

The trim tab also serves as an anode to

protect the engine from electrochemical

corrosion.

Never paint the trim tab as it will become

ineffective as an anode.

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EMU01614

DIGITAL TACHOMETER

This gauge contains the tachometer, trim

meter, hour meter, oil level indicator, and

the overheat warning indicator.

1 Tachometer

2 Trim meter

3 Hour meter

4 Oil level indicator

5 Overheat warning indicator

6 Set button

001078

7 Mode button

NOTE:

All segments of the display will light

momentarily after the main switch is

turned on and will return to normal there-

after.

001082

EMU00136

Tachometer

This meter shows the engine speed.

001049

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EMU01109

Trim Meter

This meter shows the trim angle of your

outboard motor.

NOTE:

8 Memorize the trim angles that work

best for your boat under different condi-

tions. Adjust the trim angle to the

desired setting by operating the power

trim and tilt switch.

001050

8 If the trim angle of your motor exceeds

the trim operating range, the top seg-

ment on the trim meter display will start

to blink.

EMU01620

Hour Meter

This meter shows the number of hours

the engine has been run. It can be set to

show the total number of hours or the

number of hours for the current trip. The

display can also be turned on and off.

8 Changing the display format

Pressing the MODE button changes the

display format in the following circular

pattern:

001087

Total hours - Trip hours - Display off

8 Resetting the trip hours

Simultaneously pressing the SET and

MODE buttons for more than 1 second

while the trip hours are displayed resets

the trip counter to 0 (zero).

NOTE:

The total number of hours the engine has

been run cannot be reset.

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EMU00138

Oil-Level Indicator

This indicator shows the engine oil level.

If the oil level falls below the lower limit,

the warning indicator will start to blink.

Refer to the sections “FILLING OIL” and

“OIL LEVEL WARNING” for details.

1 Oil-level indicator

q ₀₀₁₀₅₁

Do not operate the engine without oil.

Serious engine damage will occur.

EMU01553

Overheat Warning Indicator

If the engine temperature rises too high,

the warning indicator will start to blink.

Refer to “OVERHEAT WARNING” for

details.

1 Overheat warning indicator

001052

Do not continue to operate the engine if a

warning device has activated. If neces-

sary, refer to the “TROUBLESHOOTING”

section in this manual. Consult your deal-

er if the problem cannot be located and

corrected.

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EMD60010

TILT SUPPORT LEVER

To keep the outboard motor in the tilted-

up position, lock the tilt support lever to

the clamp bracket.

403011*

EMD63111

TOP COWLING LOCK LEVERS

To remove the engine top cowling, turn

the front lock lever and rear lock lever(s).

Then lift off the cowling. When replacing

the cowling, check to be sure it fits prop-

erly in the rubber seal. Then lock the

cowling again by returning the levers to

the locked position.

301042*

1 Top cowling lock lever

301041*

EMU01146

FLUSHING DEVICE

This device 1 is used to clean the cooling

water passages of the motor using a gar-

den hose and tap water.

NOTE:

Refer to “Cleaning Cooling-water

Passages” in Chapter 4 for instructions on

usage.

000945

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EMD80010

WARNING SYSTEM

Do not continue to operate the engine if

the warning device has activated. Consult

your Yamaha dealer if the problem can-

not be located and corrected.

001053

EMD82012

OVERHEAT WARNING

This engine has an overheat warning

device.

If the engine temperature rises too high,

the warning device will activate.

(1); Included (—); N/A

Warning device

activation

Tiller

control

model

Remote

control

model

701054

The engine speed

will automatically

decrease to about

2,000 r/min.

The overheat

warning indicator

will come on.

The buzzer will sound.

605015

If the warning system has been activated,

stop the engine and check the water inlet

for clogging.

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EMD84012

OIL LEVEL WARNING /

OIL FILTER CLOGGING WARNING

This engine has an oil level warning sys-

tem.

If oil level falls below lower limit, the

warning device will activate.

(1); Included (—); N/A

001054

701054

213025

Warning device

activation

Tiller

control

model

Remote

control

model

The engine speed

will automatically

decrease to about

2,000 r/min.

The oil level

warning indicator

will come on.

The buzzer will sound.

If the warning system has been activated,

stop the engine and check for the cause.

NOTE:

The warning for oil filter clogging is simi-

lar to the warnings for low oil level and

overheating.

For easy troubleshooting, it is advisable

to check for engine overheating first, then

oil level and finally oil filter clogging.

1 Oil filter

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Oil level warning system

The various oil-level warning system functions are as follows:

60/70

Oil level warning

indicator (Digital

tachometer)

Oil level warning

lamp (Analog

tachometer)

Engine oil tank

Remarks

Green

more than 770 cm

No refilling necessary.

(0.81 US qt, 0.68 Imp qt)

Yellow

from 770 cm

Add oil, refer to oil filling.

(0.81 US qt, 0.68 Imp qt)

down to 280 cm

(0.30 US qt, 0.25 Imp qt)

280 cm (0.30 US qt,

Buzzer sounds in remote

control box and engine speed is

limited to about 2,000 r/min to

help conserve oil.

Red

0.25 Imp qt) or less

Check oil filter for clogging.

Oil level warning

indicator (Digital

tachometer)

Oil level warning

lamp (Analog

tachometer)

Engine oil tank

Remarks

Green

more than 1,130 cm

No refilling necessary.

(1.19 US qt, 0.99 Imp qt)

Yellow

from 1,130 cm

Add oil, refer to oil filling.

(1.19 US qt, 0.99 Imp qt)

down to 310 cm

(0.33 US qt, 0.27 Imp qt)

310 cm (0.33 US qt,

Buzzer sounds in remote

control box and engine speed is

limited to about 2,000 r/min to

help conserve oil.

Red

0.27 Imp qt) or less

Check oil filter for clogging.

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EMF00010

Chapter 3

OPERATION

INSTALLATION ........................................3-1

Mounting the outboard motor ............3-2

FILLING FUEL AND ENGINE OIL............3-4

Filling fuel ..............................................3-4

Filling oil.................................................3-5

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS......................3-6

Operation after a long period of

storage ...................................................3-7

BREAKING IN (RUNNING IN)

ENGINE .....................................................3-8

STARTING ENGINE ...............................3-10

WARMING UP ENGINE.........................3-13

SHIFTING ................................................3-14

Forward................................................3-14

Reverse ................................................3-14

STOPPING ENGINE ...............................3-15

TRIMMING OUTBOARD MOTOR.........3-16

Adjusting trim angle...........................3-17

TILTING UP/DOWN ...............................3-19

CRUISING IN OTHER CONDITIONS.....3-21

Cruising in salt water..........................3-21

Cruising in turbid water .....................3-21

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EMF10010

INSTALLATION

Incorrect engine height or obstructions to

smooth water flow (such as the design or

condition of the boat or accessories such

as transom ladders/depth finder trans-

ducers) can create airborne water spray

while the boat is cruising. Severe engine

damage may result if the motor is operat-

ed continuously in the presence of air-

borne water spray.

NOTE:

During water testing check the buoyancy

of the boat, at rest, with its maximum

load. Check that the static water level on

the exhaust housing is low enough to pre-

vent water entry into the powerhead,

when water rises due to waves when the

outboard is not running.

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EMU00176

MOUNTING THE OUTBOARD

MOTOR

Improper mounting of the outboard

motor could result in hazardous condi-

tions such as poor handling, loss of con-

trol, or fire hazards. Observe the follow-

ing:

8 The information presented in this sec-

tion is intended as reference only. It is

not possible to provide complete

instructions for every possible

boat/motor combination. Proper

mounting depends in part on experi-

ence and the specific boat/motor com-

bination.

8 Your dealer or other person experi-

enced in proper rigging should mount

the motor. If you are mounting the

motor yourself, you should be trained

by an experienced person. [permanent

mounted type]

8 Your dealer or other person experi-

enced in proper outboard motor

mounting should show you how to

mount your motor. [portable type]

Mount the outboard motor on the center

line (keel line) of the boat, and ensure that

the boat itself is well balanced. Otherwise,

the boat will be hard to steer. For boats

without a keel or which are asymmetrical,

consult your dealer.

1 Center line (keel line)

104011

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Overpowering a boat may cause severe

instability. Do not install an outboard

motor with more horsepower than the

maximum rating on the capacity plate of

the boat. If the boat does not have a

capacity plate, consult the boat manufac-

turer.

EMU01299

Mounting Height

To run your boat at optimum efficiency,

the water-resistance (drag) of the boat

and outboard motor must be made as lit-

tle as possible. The mounting-height of

the outboard motor greatly affects the

water-resistance. If the mounting-height

is too high, cavitation tends to occur, thus

reducing the propulsion; and if the pro-

peller tips cut the air, the engine speed

will rise abnormally and cause the engine

to overheat. If the mounting-height is too

low, the water-resistance will increase

and thereby reduce engine efficiency.

Mount the engine so that the anti-cavita-

tion plate is in alignment with the bottom

of the boat .

104014

NOTE:

8 The optimum mounting height of the

outboard motor is affected by the

boat/motor combination. Test runs at

different heights can help determine the

optimum mounting height.

8 Refer to the section “TRIMMING OUT-

BOARD MOTOR” for instructions on

setting the trim angle of the outboard.

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EMU00186

EMU00188

FILLING FUEL AND

ENGINE OIL

FILLING FUEL

1) Put the outboard in the tilt-down posi-

tion. Remove the fuel tank cap.

2) Use a funnel if the nozzle on the fuel

can or pump is not small enough or

long enough to fit into the mouth of

the fuel tank.

902055

3) Fill the fuel tank carefully.

4) Close the cap securely after refueling.

Wipe up any spilled fuel.

Fuel tank capacity:

Refer to SPECIFICATIONS, page 4-1.

EMU01031

FILLING FUEL

1) Remove the fuel tank cap.

2) Fill the fuel tank carefully.

3) Close the cap securely after refueling.

Wipe up any spilled fuel.

Ring Free Fuel Additive

Gasoline is a precise blend of many differ-

ent substances, each chosen to give cer-

tain characteristics. Gasoline blends have

been changing in recent years in

response to concerns about pollution and

resulting emissions regulations. One of

the most obvious changes has been the

elimination of lead from most fuels.

As gasoline has changed, the amount of

additives such as aromatics and oxy-

genates has increased. These additives

are important for the engines in passen-

ger cars, but they can have detrimental

effects in marine engines, particularly 2-

cycle outboards because of increased

deposits in the combustion chamber.

When enough deposits collect, piston

rings begin sticking. Performance drops

and engine wear increases dramatically.

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While many additives available may

reduce deposits, Yamaha recommends

the use of Ring Free Fuel Additive, avail-

able from your Yamaha dealer. Ring Free

has repeatedly proven its ability to clean

combustion deposits from inside the

engine, notably the critical piston-ring-

land area, and fuel system components.

Follow product labeling for use instruc-

tions.

EMF32310

FILLING OIL

(for Precision blend system model)

This engine uses the YAMAHA PRECI-

SION BLEND SYSTEM, which provides

superior lubrication by ensuring the prop-

er oil ratio for all operating conditions. No

fuel premixing is needed (except during

break-in/running-in). Simply pour gaso-

line into the fuel tank and oil into the oil

tank.

Convenient indicator segments indicate

condition of the oil supply. Refer to oil

warning system.

To fill the engine oil into the engine oil

tank, proceed as follows:

203014

Do not add gasoline (Petrol) into the oil

tank. Fire or explosion could result.

Engine oil tank capacity:

Refer to “SPECIFICATION”, Page 4-1.

1) Turn the oil filler access cap on top of

the top cowling counterclockwise and

open it.

2) Open the oil tank filler cap by pulling

a tab on the cap.

203015

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3) Slowly fill the engine oil into the

engine oil tank.

4) After filling, replace the all caps

securely.

1 Oil filler access cap

2 Oil tank filler cap

203016

EMF40110

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

If any item in the pre-operation check is

not working properly, have it inspected

and repaired before operating the out-

board motor. Otherwise, an accident

could occur.

Fuel

Check to be sure you have plenty of fuel

for your trip. Make sure there are no fuel

leaks or gasoline fumes.

Be sure the fuel hose is not being flat-

tened or kinked by objects in the boat,

and that there are no sharp objects near

it.

Oil

Check to be sure you have plenty of oil for

your trip.

Controls

Check throttle, shift, and steering for

proper operation before starting the

engine.

The controls should work smoothly, with-

out binding or unusual free play. Look for

loose or damaged connections.

Check operation of the starter and stop

switches when the outboard moter is in

the water.

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Engine

Check the engine and engine mounting.

Look for loose or damaged fasteners.

Check the propeller for damage.

Do not start the engine out of water.

Overheating and serious engine damage

can occur.

EMF44010

OPERATION AFTER A LONG PERIOD

OF STORAGE

(for Precision blend system model)

When operating the engine after a long

period (12 months) of storage, proceed as

follows:

1) Use a 50 : 1 gasoline-oil mixture to

start the engine.

2) Start the engine. Leave it idling.

8 Do not touch or remove electrical parts

when starting or during operation.

8 Keep hands, hair, and clothes away

from flywheel and other rotating parts

while engine is running.

3) Watch for oil flowing through the oil

feed pipes. After any air in the oil

lines has been expelled, YAMAHA

PRECISION BLEND SYSTEM should

supply oil normally. If no oil has

begun flowing after 10 minutes of

idling, consult your Yamaha dealer.

When operating the engine after a long

period of storage, be sure to take the

above steps; otherwise, engine seizure

may occur.

212011*

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EMF50112

BREAKING IN (RUNNING IN)

ENGINE

Your new engine requires a period of

break-in (running-in) to allow mating sur-

faces of moving parts to wear-in evenly.

Correct break-in (running-in) will help

ensure proper performance and longer

engine life.

8 Failure to follow the break-in (running-

in) procedure may result in reduced

engine life or even severe engine dam-

age.

8 Premix fuel must be used during break-

in (running-in) in addition to oil in the

Precision Blend System.

Break-in (running-in) time:10 hours

Break-in (running-in) premix ratio

Gasoline (petrol) : Engine oil =50 : 1

EMF52010

Gasoline (Petrol)/ Engine oil mixing chart

Mixing

ratio

50 : 1

1 L

12 L

14 L

24 L

Gasoline

(Petrol)

(0.26 US gal,

0.22 Imp gal)

(3.2 US gal,

2.6 Imp gal)

(3.7 US gal,

3.1 Imp gal)

(6.3 US gal,

5.3 Imp gal)

0.02 L

0.24 L

0.28 L

0.48 L

(0.02 US qt,

0.02 Imp ql)

(0.25 US qt,

0.21 Imp qt)

(0.30 US qt,

0.25 Imp qt)

(0.51 US qt,

0.42 Imp qt)

Engine oil

Make sure to mix gasoline (petrol) and oil

completely, otherwise your outboard

motor may be damaged.

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EMU00227

Run the engine under load (in gear with a

propeller installed) as follows.

1) First 10 minutes:

Run the engine at the lowest possi-

ble-speed. A fast idle in neutral is

best.

2) Next 50 minutes:

Do not exceed half throttle (approxi-

mately 3,000 r/min). Vary engine

speed occasionally. If you have an

easy-planing boat, accelerate at full

throttle onto plane, then immediately

reduce the throttle to 3,000 r/min or

less.

3) Second hour:

Accelerate at full throttle onto plane,

then reduce engine speed to three-

quarter throttle (approximately 4,000

r/min). Vary engine speed occasional-

ly. Run at full throttle for one minute,

then allow about 10 minutes of opera-

tion at three-quarter throttle or less to

let the engine cool.

4) Third through tenth hours:

Avoid operating at full throttle for

more than 5 minutes at a time. Let the

engine cool between full-throttle runs.

Vary engine speed occasionally.

5) After the first 10 hours:

Operate the engine normally. Use

straight gasoline (petrol) in the fuel

tank; YAMAHA PRECISION BLEND

SYSTEM provides proper lubrication

for normal operation.

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EMU01147

STARTING ENGINE

8 Before starting the engine, make sure

that the boat is tightly moored and that

you can steer clear of any obstructions.

Be sure there are no swimmers in the

water near you.

902053

8 When the air vent screw is loosened,

gasoline (petrol) vapor will be released.

Gasoline (petrol) is highly flammable,

and its vapors are flammable and

explosive. Refrain from smoking, and

keep away from open flames and

sparks while loosening the air vent

screw.

8 This product emits exhaust gases

which contain carbon monoxide, a col-

orless, 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 exhaust outlets.

304034*

1) If there is an air vent screw on the fuel

tank cap, loosen it 2 or 3 turns.

2) If there is a fuel joint on the motor,

firmly connect the fuel line to the

joint. Then firmly connect the other

end of the fuel line to the joint on the

fuel tank.

902061

NOTE:

During engine operation place the tank

horizontally, or fuel cannot be drawn into

the engine.

3) Squeeze the primer bulb with the out-

let end up until you feel it become

firm.

902025

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EMF65010

PROCEDURE FOR REMOTE

CONTROL MODEL

4) Place the remote control lever in the

Neutral position.

NOTE:

8 The start-in-gear protection device pre-

vents the engine from starting except

when in Neutral.

701015

8 It is not necessary to open the free

accelerator lever or Neutral throttle

lever while starting.

5) 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

in the engine stop switch.

000293

8 Attach the engine stop switch lanyard

to a secure place on your clothing, your

arm or leg while operating.

8 Do not attach the lanyard to clothing

that could tear loose. Do not route the

lanyard where it could become entan-

gled, preventing from functioning.

8 Avoid accidentally pulling the lanyard

during 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.

6) Turn the main switch to “ON”.

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EMU00949

Electric Start Model

7) Turn the main switch to “START”,

and hold it for a maximum of 5 sec-

onds.

OFF

START

8) Immediately after the engine starts,

release the main switch to return it to

“ON”.

701022

8 Do not turn the main switch to

“START” when the engine is running.

8 Do not keep the starter-motor turning

for more than 5 seconds. The battery

will rapidly become exhausted and it

will be impossible for it to start the

engine. If the engine does not start

within 5 seconds, return the main

switch to “ON”, wait 10 seconds, and

then crank the engine again.

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EMG00210

WARMING UP ENGINE

1) Before beginning operation, allow the

engine to warm up at idling speed for

3 minutes. (Failure to do this will

shorten engine life.)

2) Check for a steady flow of water from

the cooling-water pilot hole.

309014

A continuous flow of water from the pilot

hole shows that the water pump is

pumping water through the cooling pas-

sages. If water is not flowing out of the

pilot hole at all times while the engine is

running, do not continue to run the

engine. Overheating and serious damage

could occur. Stop the engine and check

to see if the water inlet on the lower cas-

ing is blocked. If the problem cannot be

found and corrected, consult your

Yamaha dealer.

NOTE:

After the engine starts, warm-up opera-

tion is automatically controlled by the

Prime Start system. Automatic control is

cancelled if the throttle is opened more

than halfway.

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EMU00261

SHIFTING

Before shifting, make sure there are no

swimmers or obstacles in the water near

you.

To change the shifting position from for-

ward to reverse or vice-versa, close the

throttle first so that the engine idles (or

runs at low speeds).

EMU00264

FORWARD

Pull up the neutral interlock trigger (If

equipped) and move the remote control

lever quickly and firmly from Neutral to

Forward.

EMU00269

REVERSE

701043

When operating in Reverse, go slowly. Do

not open the throttle more than half.

Otherwise, the boat may become unsta-

ble, which could result in loss of control

and an accident.

Pull up the neutral interlock trigger (If

equipped) and move the remote control

lever quickly and firmly from Neutral to

Reverse.

701044

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EMG38010

STOPPING ENGINE

Let it cool off for a few minutes at idle or

low speed first. Stopping the engine

immediately after operating at high speed

is not recommended.

EMG41211

PROCEDURE

1) Turn the main switch to “OFF”.

START

OFF

NOTE:

The engine can also be stopped by

pulling the lanyard from the engine stop

switch (then turning the main switch to

“OFF”).

701023

2) If the fuel joints are provided, discon-

nect the fuel line from the motor after

stopping the engine.

304034*

3) Tighten the air vent screw on the fuel

tank cap after stopping the engine, if

it is equipped.

4) Remove the key if the boat will be left

unattended.

902052

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EMU01412

TRIMMING OUTBOARD

MOTOR

The trim angle of the outboard motor

helps determine the position of the bow

of the boat in the water. The correct trim

angle will help improve performance and

fuel economy while reducing strain on the

engine. The correct trim angle depends

upon the combination of boat, engine,

and propeller. Correct trim is also affected

by variables such as the load in the boat,

sea conditions, and running speed.

Excessive trim for the operating condi-

tions (either trim up or trim down) can

cause boat instability and can make

steering the boat more difficult. This

increases the possibility of an accident. If

the boat begins to feel unstable or is hard

to steer, slow down and/or readjust the

trim angle.

000862

NOTE:

Refer to the section “ADJUSTING TRIM

ANGLE” for instructions on usage.

1 Trim operating angle

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ADJUSTING TRIM ANGLE

EMU01401

Power Trim/Tilt Model

8 Be sure all people are clear of the out-

board motor when adjusting the

trim/tilt angle, also be careful not to

pinch any body parts between the drive

unit and clamp bracket.

701034

8 Use caution when trying a trim position

for the first time. Increase speed gradu-

ally and watch for any signs of instabili-

ty or control problems.

8 Use the power trim/tilt switch located

on the bottom engine cowling (if

equipped) only when the boat is at a

complete stop with the engine off.

The outboard motor trim angle can be

adjusted operating the power trim/tilt

switch 1.

To raise the bow (“trim-out”), push the

switch UP.

To lower the bow (“trim-in”), push the

switch DN.

Make test runs with the trim set to differ-

ent angles to find the position that works

best for your boat and operating condi-

tions.

NOTE:

To adjust the trim angle while the boat is

moving, use the power trim and tilt

switch located on the remote control

device or tiller handle, if so equipped.

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Bow up

When the boat is on plane, a bow-up atti-

tude result in less drag, greater stability

and efficiency. This is generally when the

keel line of the boat is up about 3 to 5

degrees. When trimmed out, the boat

may have more tendency to steer to one

side or the other. Compensate for this as

you steer. The trim tab can also be adjust-

ed to help offset this effect.

Too much trim-out puts the bow of the

boat too high in the water. Performance

and economy are decreased because the

hull of the boat is pushing the water and

there is more air drag.

Excessive trim-up can cause the propeller

to ventilate, which reduces performance

further. When trimmed-out too much, a

boat may “porpoise” (hop in the water),

which could throw the operator and pas-

sengers overboard.

105011

Bow down

When the bow of the boat is down, it is

easier to accelerate from a standing start

onto plane.

Too much trim-in causes the boat to

“plow” through the water, decreasing

fuel economy and making in hard to

increase speed.

Operating with excessive trim-in at higher

speeds also makes the boat unstable.

Resistance at the bow is greatly

increased, heightening the danger of

“bow steering” and making operation dif-

ficult and dangerous.

105013

1 Bow up

2 Bow down

3 Optimum angle

105015

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EMU01200

TILTING UP/DOWN

If the engine will be stopped for some

time, or if the boat is moored in shallows,

the engine should be tilted up to protect

the propeller and casing from damage by

collision with obstructions, and also to

reduce salt corrosion.

000817

Before tilting the motor, follow the proce-

dures under “STOPPING ENGINE”. Never

tilt the motor while the engine is running.

Severe damage from overheating can

result.

Be sure all people are clear of the out-

board motor when adjusting the tilt

angle, also be careful not to pinch any

body parts between the drive unit and

engine bracket.

Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. Disconnect

the fuel line or close the fuel cock if the

engine will be tilted for more than a few

minutes. Otherwise, fuel may leak. (If the

fuel connector is provided on the motor.)

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EMU00295

PROCEDURE FOR TILTING UP

Power tilt / Power trim/tilt model

1) Remove the fuel-line connection from

the motor. (If the connector is provid-

ed on the motor.)

2) Push the power tilt / power trim/tilt

switch “UP” until the outboard has

tilted up completely.

701034*

302021*

3) Turn the tilt-support lever toward you

and support the engine.

After tilting the engine, be sure to sup-

port it with the tilt-support lever.

Otherwise, the engine could fall back

down suddenly if oil in the power tilt /

power trim/tilt unit should lose pressure.

403011*

Power trim/tilt model

4) Once the engine is supported with the

tilt-support lever, push the power

trim/tilt switch DOWN to retract the

trim rods.

411014

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Be sure to retract the trim rods complete-

ly during mooring. This protects the rods

from marine growths and corrosion

which could damage the power trim/tilt

mechanism.

EMU00304

PROCEDURE FOR TILTING DOWN

Power tilt / Power trim/tilt model

1) Push the power tilt / power trim/tilt

switch “UP” until the engine is sup-

ported by the tilt rod.

2) Release the tilt-support lever.

3) Push the power tilt / power trim/tilt

switch “DN”(Down) to lower the

engine to the desired position.

411021

EMH60010

CRUISING IN OTHER

CONDITIONS

CRUISING IN SALT WATER

After operating in salt water, wash out the

cooling-water passages with fresh water

to prevent them from becoming clogged-

up with salt deposits.

NOTE:

Refer to cooling system flushing instruc-

tions in “TRANSPORTING AND STORING

OUTBOARD MOTOR”.

CRUISING IN TURBID WATER

It is strongly recommended that the

optional chromium-plated water-pump kit

be installed if the outboard is to be used

in turbid (muddy) water conditions.

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EMK00010

Chapter 4

MAINTENANCE

SPECIFICATION DATA.............................4-1

TRANSPORTING AND STORING

OUTBOARD MOTOR ...............................4-3

Trailering outboard motor ...................4-3

Storing outboard motor.......................4-4

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE......................4-8

Replacement parts................................4-8

Maintenance chart ................................4-9

Cleaning and adjusting spark plug ...4-10

Checking fuel system .........................4-12

Cleaning fuel filter...............................4-13

Adjusting idling speed .......................4-14

Checking water drain under engine

oil tank..................................................4-15

Replacing fuse.....................................4-16

Checking wiring and connectors.......4-16

Exhaust leakage ..................................4-16

Water leakage......................................4-16

Greasing...............................................4-17

Checking power trim and tilt

system..................................................4-18

Checking propeller..............................4-19

Changing gear oil................................4-21

Inspecting and replacing anode........4-22

Checking battery .................................4-23

Checking bolts and nuts.....................4-26

_{Motor exterior .....................................4-26}6

Cleaning cooling-water passages.....4-26

Coating the boat bottom....................4-27

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EMK10011*

SPECIFICATION DATA

Model

Unit

60TRA

Item

DIMENSIONS

8Overall Length

8Overall Width

8Overall Height

8Transom height

8Weight

mm (in.)

kg (lb.)

713 (28.1)

364 (14.3)

1,252 (49.3)/1,374 (54.1)/1,501(59.1)

400(15.7)/521 (20.5)/648 (25.5)

106(234)/108(238)/111(245)

L/X

PERFORMANCE

8Full throttle operating range

8Maximum output

8Idling speed

r/min

kW (HP)

r/min

4,500~5,500

44.1 at 5,000 r/min

700~800

ENGINE

8Type

Number of cylinders

Displacement

2-stroke, L

849 (51.8)

cm (cu.in.)

Bore × stroke

8Ignition system

8Spark plug

mm (in.)

72.0 × 69.5 (2.8 × 2.7)

C.D.I system

B8HS-10

NGK

Spark plug gap

8Control system

mm (in.)

0.9~1.0 (0.035~0.039)

Remote control

Electric start

12-70~100

380

8Starting system

8Battery capacity

Minimum cold crank performance

Minimum reserve capacity

8Alternator output

8Starting carburetion system

V-AH

Amps at —17.8°C (0°F)

minutes at 26.7°F (80°F)

V-Amp (W)

124

12-6

Prime start system

DRIVE UNIT

8Gear positions

Gear ratio

Forward-Neutral-Reverse

2.33 (28/12)

8Trim/tilt system

8Propeller mark

Power trim/tilt

FUEL AND OIL

8Fuel

Regular-unleaded gasoline

(P.O.N.: minimum 86)

—

YAMALUBE 2 STROKE OUTBOARD OIL, or an equivalent

TC-W3 certified outboard oil

Remote: — Engine: 2.8 (3.0, 2.5)

—

Fuel tank capacity

8Recommended engine oil

L (US gal, Imp gal)

L (US qt, Imp qt)

Oil tank capacity

8Fuel/oil ratio

8Recommended gearcase oil

Gear oil capacity

Hypoid gear oil (SAE 90)

610 (20.6, 21.5)

cm³(US oz, Imp oz)

TIGHTENING TORQUE

8Spark plug

8Propeller nut

N•m (kgf•m, lb•ft)

25 (2.5, 18)

35 (3.5, 25)

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70TRA

90TRA

—

713 (28.1)

364 (14.3)

726 (28.6)

374 (14.7)

1,374 (54.1)/1,501 (59.1)

521 (20.5)/648 (25.5)

107.5 (237)/110.5 (244)

1,413 (55.6)/1,540 (60.6)

520 (20.5)/647 (25.5)

122.5 (270)/125.5 (277)

5,000~6,000

4,500~5,500

51.5 (70) at 5,500 r/min

750~850

66.2 (90) at 5,000 r/min

750~850

2-stroke, L

849 (51.8)

1,140 (69.6)

82.0 × 72.0 (3.2 × 2.8)

C.D.I system

B8HS-10

72.0 × 69.5 (2.8 × 2.7)

C.D.I system

B8HS-10

0.9~1.0 (0.035~0.039)

Remote control

Electric start

12-70~100

380

0.9~1.0 (0.035~0.039)

Remote control

Electric start

12-70~100

380

124

12-6

12-10

Prime start system

Forward-Neutral-Reverse

2.33 (28/12)

Forward-Neutral-Reverse

2.00 (26/13)

Power trim/tilt

Regular-unleaded gasoline

(P.O.N.: minimum 86)

—

Regular-unleaded gasoline

(P.O.N.: minimum 86)

—

YAMALUBE 2 STROKE OUTBOARD OIL, or an

equivalent TC-W3 certified outboard oil

Remote: — Engine: 2.8 (3.0, 2.5)

—

YAMALUBE 2 STROKE OUTBOARD OIL, or an

equivalent TC-W3 certified outboard oil

Remote: — Engine: 3.3 (3.5, 2.9)

—

Hypoid gear oil (SAE 90)

610 (20.6, 21.5)

Hypoid gear oil (SAE 90)

610 (20.6, 21.5)

25 (2.5, 18)

35 (3.5, 25)

25 (2.5, 18)

35 (3.5, 25)

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EMU01369

TRANSPORTING AND

STORING OUTBOARD MOTOR

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.

000940

EMU00326

TRAILERING OUTBOARD MOTOR

The motor should be trailered and stored

in the normal running position. If there is

insufficient road clearance in this position,

then trailer the motor in the tilt position

using a motor support device such as a

transom saver bar.

For further details, consult your Yamaha

dealer.

8 Never get under the lower unit while it

is tilted, even if a motor support bar is

used. Severe injury could occur if the

outboard accidentally falls.

8 USE CARE when transporting fuel tank,

whether in a boat or car.

8 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. This can

cause fuel leakage and a potential fire

hazard.

Do not use the tilt support lever/knob

when trailering the boat. The outboard

motor could shake loose from the tilt

support and fall. If the motor can not be

trailered in the down position, use an

additional support device to secure it in

the up position.

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EMK16010

STORING OUTBOARD MOTOR

When storing your Yamaha outboard for

prolonged periods of time, (2 months or

longer), several important procedures

must be performed to prevent expensive

damage. This is especially important for

your Precision Blend equipped outboard

due to the lean oil ratios used at idle prior

to shutting the engine off for the season.

It is advisable to have your outboard ser-

viced by an authorized Yamaha dealer

prior to storage. However, the following

procedures can be performed by you, the

owner, with a minimum of tools.

EMK21010

Filling Fuel Tank

Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add

one ounce of “Yamaha Fuel Conditioner

and Stabilizer” (Part No. LUB-FUELC-12-

00) to each gallon of fuel.

NOTE:

The use of “Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and

Stabilizer” eliminates the need to drain

the fuel system. Consult your Yamaha

dealer or other qualified mechanic if the

fuel system is to be drained instead.

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EMK22111

Flushing Cooling System and Fogging

Engine

Cooling system flushing is essential to

prevent the cooling system from clogging

up with salt, sand, or dirt. In addition, fog-

ging of the engine is mandatory to pre-

vent expensive engine damage due to

rust. Perform the flushing and fogging at

the same time.

1) Remove the top cowling and silencer

cover. Remove the propeller.

2) Install a flushing attachment to the

lower unit. (Flushing attachment

available from your Yamaha dealer).

Avoid running the outboard at high

speed while on the flushing attachment,

or overheating could occur.

8 Do not touch or remove electrical parts

when starting or during operation.

8 Keep hands, hair and clothes away

from flywheel and other rotating parts

while engine is running.

3) Run the engine at a fast idle for 10~15

minutes.

605014

4) Just prior to turning off the engine,

quickly spray “Yamaha Stor-Rite

Engine Fogging Oil” (Part No. LUB-

STRRT-12-00) alternately into each

carburetor. When properly done, the

engine will smoke excessively and

almost stall.

5) Remove the flushing attachment and

wipe off any excess water.

6) Install the silencer cover and top

cowling. Install the propeller.

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EMK26111

Lubrication

1) Remove the spark plugs, and spray a

10 second spray of “Yamaha Stor-

Rite Engine Fogging Oil” into each

cylinder. Grease the spark plug

threads and reinstall the spark plugs

and torque to proper specification.

(Refer to “CLEANING AND ADJUST-

ING SPARK PLUG”.)

2) Turn the engine over with the stop

lanyard disconnected to work the fog-

ging oil into the piston rings.

3) Fill the oil tanks. This prevents the for-

mation of condensation. For models

with a remote tank, it may be neces-

sary to manually override the control

unit to completely fill the engine main

tank. (Refer to “TEMPORARY ACTION

IN EMERGENCY”).

4) Change the lower unit oil. (Refer to

“CHANGING GEAR OIL”). Inspect the

oil for the presence of water which

indicates a leaky seal. Seal replace-

ment should be performed by an

authorized Yamaha dealership prior

to use.

5) Grease all grease fittings. (Refer to

“GREASING”)

EMK27011

Cleaning and Anti-corrosion Measure

1) Wash down the exterior of the out-

board with fresh water and dry off

completely.

2) Spray the engine’s exterior with

“Yamaha Silicone Protectant” (Part

No. LUB-SILCNE-13-00).

3) Wax the cowling with a non-abrasive

wax such as “Yamaha Silicone Wax”

(Part No. ACC-11000-15-02).

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EMK29010

Battery Care

Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan-

gerous, causing severe burns, etc. It con-

tains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with

skin, eyes, or clothing.

Antidote:

EXTERNAL; Flush with water.

INTERNAL; Drink large quantities of

water or milk. Follow with milk of mag-

nesia, beaten egg, or vegetable oil. Call

physician immediately.

EYES; Flush with water for 15 minutes

and get prompt medical attention.

Batteries produce explosive gases: Keep

sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. away.

Ventilate when charging or using in a

closed space. Always wear eye protection

when working near batteries.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

NOTE:

Batteries vary among manufacturers.

Therefore the following procedures may

not always apply. Consult your battery

manufacturer’s instructions.

1) Disconnect and remove the battery

from the boat. Always disconnect the

black negative lead first to prevent the

risk of shorting.

2) Clean the battery casing and termi-

nals. Fill each cell to the upper level

with distilled water.

3) Store the battery on a level surface in

a cool, dry, well-ventilated place out

of direct sunlight.

4) Once a month, check the specific

gravity of the electrolyte and recharge

as required to prolong battery life.

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EMK32110

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

Be sure to turn off the engine when you

perform maintenance unless otherwise

specified. If the owner is not familiar with

machine servicing, this work should be

done by a Yamaha dealer or other quali-

fied mechanic.

A service manual is available for purchase

through a Yamaha dealer for owners who

have the mechanical skills, tools, and

other equipment necessary to perform

maintenance not covered by this owner’s

manual.

EMK33011

REPLACEMENT PARTS

If replacement parts are necessary, use

only genuine Yamaha parts or equiva-

lents of the same type and of equivalent

strength and materials. Any part of inferi-

or quality may malfunction, and the

resulting loss of control could endanger

the operator and passengers.

Yamaha genuine parts and accessories

are available from a Yamaha dealer.

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MAINTENANCE CHART

Frequency of maintenance operations may be adjusted according to the operating con-

ditions, but the following table gives general guidelines.

The mark (7) indicates the check-ups which you may carry out yourself.

The mark (2) indicates work to be carried out by your Yamaha dealer.

Initial

Every

Interval

Refer

Page

50 hours

100 hours 200 hours

10 hours

Item

(3 months) (6 months)

(1 year)

Carburetor

Cooling water passages

Fuel filter

Fuel system

Throttle link

Cleaning

Inspection

—

●

—

4-5

●

4-13

4-12

—

4-14

4-10

4-15

—

4-18

4-16

4-17

4-21

4-26

—

4-22

4-19

4-26

4-23

Inspection/Adjustment

Cleaning/Adjustment/Replacement

Cleaning

Idling speed

Spark plug

Oil tank water drain

Oil pump

Power trim and tilt system

Wiring & Connectors

Exhaust leakage

Water leakage

Grease points

Gear oil

Bolts & Nuts

Cowling clamp

Anode

●

Inspection/Adjustment

Inspection

Inspection/Reconnect

Inspection

Greasing

Change

Retightening

Inspection

●

Propeller

Motor exterior

Battery

●

Inspection

(every month)

NOTE:

Cooling water passages;

When operating in salt water, turbid or muddy water, the engine should be flushed

with clean water after each use.

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EMU01202

CLEANING AND ADJUSTING SPARK

PLUG

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 or

fire.

The spark plug is an important engine

component and is easy to inspect. The

condition of the spark plug can indicate

something about the condition of the

engine. For example, if the center elec-

trode porcelain is very white, this could

indicate an intake air leak or carburetion

problem in that cylinder. Do not attempt

to diagnose any problems yourself.

Instead, take the outboard motor to a

Yamaha dealer. You should periodically

remove and inspect the spark plug

because heat and deposits will cause the

spark plug to slowly break down and

erode. If electrode erosion becomes

excessive, or if carbon and other deposits

are excessive, you should replace the

spark plug with another of the correct

type.

Standard spark plug:

Refer to “SPECIFICATIONS”, page 4-1.

Before fitting the spark plug, measure the

electrode gap with a wire thickness

gauge; adjust the gap to specification if

necessary.

Spark plug gap:

Refer to “SPECIFICATIONS”, page 4-1.

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When fitting the plug, always clean the

gasket surface and use a new gasket.

Wipe off any dirt from the threads and

screw in the spark plug to the correct

torque.

Spark plug torque:

Refer to “SPECIFICATIONS”, page 4-1.

NOTE:

If a torque-wrench is not available when

you are fitting a spark plug, a good esti-

mate of the correct torque is 1/4 to 1/2 a

turn past finger-tight. Have the spark plug

adjusted to the correct torque as soon as

possible with a torque-wrench.

903022

Initial of spark

plug I.D. mark

Plug wrench size

21 mm (13/16 in.)

16 mm (5/8 in.)

C/BK

18.3 mm (23/32 in.)

1 Spark plug gap

2 Spark plug I.D. mark (NGK)

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EMK38010

CHECKING FUEL SYSTEM

Gasoline (petrol) and its vapors are highly

flammable and explosive. Keep away

from sparks, cigarettes, flames or other

sources of ignition.

Check the fuel line for leaks, cracks, or

malfunctions. If any problem is found, it

should be repaired immediately by

Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechan-

ic.

Checking points

8 Fuel system parts leakage.

8 Fuel hose joint leakage.

8 Fuel hose cracks or other damage.

8 Fuel connector leakage.

106071

Leaking fuel can result in fire or explo-

sion.

8 Check for fuel leakage regularly.

8 If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel

system must be repaired by a qualified

mechanic. Improper repairs can make

the outboard unsafe to operate.

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EMK50011

CLEANING FUEL FILTER

Gasoline (petrol) is highly flammable, and

its vapors are flammable and explosive.

8 If you have any question about properly

doing this procedure, consult your

Yamaha dealer.

8 Do not perform this procedure on a hot

or running engine. Allow the engine to

cool.

8 There will be fuel in the fuel filter. Keep

away from sparks, cigarettes, flames or

other sources of ignition.

8 This procedure will allow some fuel to

spill. Catch fuel in a rag. Wipe up any

spilled fuel immediately.

8 The fuel filter must be reassembled

carefully with O-ring, filter cup, and

hoses in place. Improper assembly can

result in a fuel leak, which could result

in a fire or explosion hazard.

To clean the fuel filter:

1) Remove the nut holding the fuel filter

assembly if equipped.

2) Unscrew the filter cup, catching any

spilled fuel in a rag.

3) Remove the filter element, and wash

it in solvent.

207016

Allow it to dry. Inspect the filter ele-

ment and O-ring to make sure they

are in good condition. Replace them if

necessary.

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4) Reinstall the filter element in the cup.

Make sure the O-ring in position in

the cup. Firmly screw the cup onto

the filter housing.

5) Attach the filter assembly to the

bracket with that the fuel hoses are

attached to the filter assembly.

6) Run the engine and check the filter

and lines for leaks.

207013

1 Filter element

2 O-ring

3 Filter cap

4 Filter housing

EMK54110

ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED

8 Do not touch or remove electrical parts

when starting or during operation.

8 Keep hands, hair and clothes away

from flywheel and other rotating parts

while engine is running.

This procedure must be performed while

the outboard motor is in the water. A

flushing attachment or test tank can be

used.

Procedure

NOTE:

A diagnostic tachometer should be used

for this procedure.

1) Start the engine and allow it to warm

up fully in Neutral until it is running

smoothly. If the outboard is mounted

on a boat, be sure the boat is tightly

moored.

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2) Adjust the throttle stop-screw to set

the idling speed to specification (see

“SPECIFICATIONS”) by turning the

stop-screw clockwise to increase the

idling speed, and turning it counter-

clockwise to decrease the idling

speed.

NOTE:

Correct idling-speed adjustment is only

possible if the engine is fully warmed-up.

If not warmed up fully, the speed setting

will tend to be too high. If you have diffi-

culty obtaining the specified idle, consult

a Yamaha dealer or other qualified

mechanic.

1 Throttle stop-screw

204015

EMK58010

CHECKING WATER DRAIN UNDER

ENGINE OIL TANK

60/70

A translucent water drain hose is connect-

ed from the bottom of the oil tank to the

filler neck. If water or foreign matter col-

lects in this hose, immediately remove

the hose at the filler neck and drain the

contaminants.

213013

1 Hose

2 Filler neck side

213014

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EMU01329

REPLACING FUSE

If the fuse has blown on an Electric start

model, open the fuse holder and replace

the fuse with a new one of proper amper-

age.

Be sure to use the specified fuse. An

incorrect fuse or a piece of wire may

allow excessive current flow. This could

cause electrical system damage and a fire

hazard.

NOTE:

If the new fuse blows again immediately,

consult a Yamaha dealer.

1 Fuse holder

2 Fuse (20A)

205016

EMK78010

CHECKING WIRING AND

CONNECTORS

1) Check that each grounding wire is

properly secured.

2) Check that each connector is engaged

securely.

EXHAUST LEAKAGE

413011

Start the engine and check that no

exhaust leaks from the joints between the

exhaust cover, cylinder head and crank

case.

WATER LEAKAGE

Start the engine and check that no water

leaks from the joints between the exhaust

cover, cylinder head and crank case.

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EMU00366

GREASING

Yamaha marine grease

(Water resistant grease)

103031*

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EML02011

CHECKING POWER TRIM AND TILT

SYSTEM

8 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 accidentally falls.

8 Make sure no one is under the out-

board before performing this test.

1) Check the power trim and tilt unit for

any sign of oil leaks.

2) Operate each of the power trim and

tilt switches on remote control and

engine bottom cowling (If equipped)

to check that all switches work.

3) Tilt up the motor and check that the

tilt rod and trim rods are pushed out

completely.

411015

4) Use the tilt-support lever to lock the

motor in the UP position. Operate the

tilt down switch briefly so the motor

is supported the tilt-support lever.

5) Check that the tilt rod and trim rods

are free of corrosion or other flaws.

6) Activate the tilt-down switch until the

trim rods have gone completely into

the cylinders.

411016

7) Activate the trim-up switch until the

tilt rod is fully extended. Unlock the

tilt-support lever.

8) Operate the motor to tilt down. Check

that the tilt rod and trim rods operate

smoothly.

NOTE:

If any operation is abnormal, consult a

Yamaha dealer.

Recommended fluid;

Yamaha power trim & tilt fluid or

ATF (DEXRON-II).

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EML08011*

CHECKING PROPELLER

You could be seriously injured if the

engine accidentally starts while you are

near the propeller.

8 Before inspecting, removing or

installing the propeller, remove the

spark plug caps from the spark plugs.

Also, put the shift control in Neutral,

put the main switch in the “OFF” posi-

tion and remove the key, and remove

the lanyard from the engine stop

switch. Turn off the battery cut-off

switch if your boat has one.

210012

8 Do not use your hand to hold the pro-

peller when loosening or tightening the

propeller nut. Put a wood block

between the cavitation plate and the

propeller to prevent the propeller from

turning.

602051

1) Check each of the propeller blades for

wear, erosion from cavitation or ven-

tilation, or other damage.

2) Check the splines for wear and dam-

age.

3) Check for fish line winding around the

propeller shaft. Check the propeller

shaft oil seal for damage.

602054

EMU00976

Removing the Propeller

1) Straighten the cotter-pin 1 and pull it

out using a pair of pliers.

2) Remove the propeller nut 2, washer

3 and spacer 4.

3) Remove the propeller 5 and thrust

washer 6.

000357

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EMU00397

Installing the Propeller

8 Be sure to install the thrust washer

before installing propeller, otherwise,

lower case and propeller boss may be

damaged.

8 Be sure to use a new cotter pin and

bend the ends over securely.

Otherwise, the propeller could come off

during operation and be lost.

1) Apply Yamaha Marine grease or

Corrosion resistant grease to the pro-

peller-shaft.

2) Install the thrust washer and propeller

on the propeller-shaft.

3) Install the spacer and washer. Tighten

the propeller nut to the specified

torque.

Tightening torque:

Refer to “SPECIFICATIONS” page 4-1.

4) Align the propeller nut with the pro-

peller shaft hole. Insert a new cotter

pin in the hole and bend the cotter pin

ends.

NOTE:

602053

If the propeller nut does not align with the

propeller shaft hole after tightening to the

specified torque, then tighten the nut fur-

ther to align it with the hole.

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EML20010

CHANGING GEAR OIL

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 accidentally falls.

1) Put the outboard in a vertical position

(not tilted).

Be sure the outboard is securely fastened

to the transom or a stable stand. You

could be severely injured if the outboard

falls on you.

2) Place a suitable container under the

gearcase.

3) Remove the oil drain plug.

NOTE:

The oil drain plug is magnetic. Remove all

metal particles from the plug before rein-

stalling it.

4) Remove the oil level plug to allow the

oil to drain completely.

1 Oil-level plug

2 Oil drain-plug

601016

Inspect the used oil after it has been

drained. If the oil is milky, water is get-

ting into the gearcase which can cause

gear damage. Consult a Yamaha dealer

for repair of the lower unit seals.

NOTE:

For disposal of used oil consult your

Yamaha dealer.

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5) With the outboard motor in an verti-

cal position, using a flexible or pres-

surized filling device, inject outboard

motor hypoid gear oil (SAE 90) into

the oil drain plug hole.

Gear oil capacity:

Refer to SPECIFICATIONS, Page 4-1.

6) When oil begins to flow out of the oil

level plug hole, insert and tighten the

oil level plug.

601015

7) Insert and tighten the oil drain plug.

EML24010

INSPECTING AND REPLACING

ANODE

Yamaha outboard motor is protected

from corrosion by a sacrificial anode(s).

Check the anode periodically. Remove the

scales from surfaces of the anode.

For the replacement of the anode, consult

a Yamaha dealer.

603024

Do not paint the anode, for this would

render it ineffective.

405012

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EML26010

CHECKING BATTERY

(for Electric start model)

Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous; it

contains sulfuric acid and therefore is poi-

sonous and highly caustic.

Always follow these preventive mea-

sures:

8 Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic

fluid as it can cause severe burns or

permanent eye injury.

8 Wear protective eye gear when han-

dling or working near batteries.

Antidote (EXTERNAL):

8 SKIN–Flush with water.

8 EYES–Flush with water for 15 minutes

and get immediate medical attention.

Antidote (INTERNAL):

8 Drink large quantities of water or milk

followed by milk of magnesia, beaten

egg, or vegetable oil. Get immediate

medical attention.

Batteries also generate explosive

hydrogen gas; therefore, you should

always follow these preventive mea-

sures:

8 Charge batteries in a well-ventilated

area.

8 Keep batteries away from fire, sparks,

or open flames (e.g., welding equip-

ment, lighted cigarettes, etc.).

8 DO NOT SMOKE when charging or han-

dling batteries.

8 KEEP BATTERIES AND ELECTROLYTIC

FLUID OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

A poorly maintained battery will quickly

deteriorate.

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1) Check the electrolyte level at least

once a month. Fill to the manufactur-

er’s recommended level when neces-

sary. Top up only with distilled water

(or pure de-ionized water suitable to

use in batteries).

Ordinary tap-water contains minerals

harmhul to a battery, and should not be

used for topping-up.

2) Keep the battery always 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) If the battery will be stored for longer

than a month, check the specific grav-

ity of the fluid at least once a month

and recharge the battery when it is

low.

EMU01279

Connecting the Battery

Mount the battery holder securely in a

dry, well-ventilated, vibration-free loca-

tion in the boat. Install a fully charged

battery in the holder.

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8 Make sure the main switch (on applica-

ble models) is “OFF” before working on

the battery.

8 Reversal of the battery leads will dam-

age the rectifier.

8 Connect the RED lead first when

installing the battery and disconnect

the RED lead last when removing it.

Otherwise, the electrical system can be

damaged.

8 The electrical contacts of the battery

and cables must be clean and properly

connected, or the battery will not start

the engine.

Connect the RED lead to the POSITIVE (+)

terminal first.

Then connect the BLACK lead to the NEG-

ATIVE (-) terminal.

1 Red lead

2 Black lead

3 Battery

901012

EMU01280

Disconnecting the Battery

Disconnect the BLACK lead from the NEG-

ATIVE (-) terminal first. Then disconnect

the RED lead from the POSITIVE (+) termi-

nal.

4-25

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EML40010

CHECKING BOLTS AND NUTS

1) Check that bolts securing the cylinder

head and engine and the nut securing

the flywheel are tightened with their

specified tightening torques.

2) Check the tightening torques of other

bolts and nuts.

EMU00409

MOTOR EXTERIOR

EMU00410

Cleaning the Outboard Motor

After use, wash the exterior of the out-

board with fresh water.

Flush the cooling system with fresh

water.

NOTE:

Refer to Flushing Cooling System instruc-

tions in “TRANSPORTING AND STORING

OUTBOARD MOTOR”.

102024

EMU01172

CLEANING COOLING-WATER

PASSAGES

Flushing device equipped model

Perform this procedure right after opera-

tion for the most thorough flushing.

1) After shutting off the engine, unscrew

the garden-hose connector 2 from

the fitting 1 on the bottom cowling.

2) Screw the garden-hose connector 2

onto a garden hose 3 which is con-

nected to a fresh-water supply.

3) With the engine off, turn on the water

tap and let the water flush through

the cooling passages for about 15

minutes. Turn off the water and dis-

connect the garden hose 3.

4) When flushing is complete, reinstall

the garden-hose connector 2 on the

fitting 1 on the bottom cowling.

Tighten the connector securely.

000841

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Do not leave the garden-hose connector

loose on the bottom cowling fitting or let

the hose hang free during normal opera-

tion. Water will leak out of the connector

instead of cooling the engine, which can

cause serious overheating. Be sure the

connector is tightened securely on the fit-

ting after flushing the engine.

NOTE:

8 When flushing the engine with the boat

in the water, tilting up the engine until it

is completely out of the water will

achieve better results.

8 Refer to cooling system flushing

instructions in “TRANSPORTING AND

STORING OUTBOARD MOTOR”.

EMU00412

Checking Painted Surface of Motor

Check the motor for scratches, nicks, or

flaking paint. Areas with damaged paint

are more likely to corrode. If necessary,

clean and paint the areas. A touch-up

paint is available from a Yamaha dealer.

EML44010

COATING THE BOAT BOTTOM

A clean hull improves boat performance.

The boat bottom should be kept as clean

of marine growths as possible. If neces-

sary, the boat bottom 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.

102025

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EMN00010

Chapter 5

TROUBLE RECOVERY

TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................5-1

TEMPORARY ACTION IN

EMERGENCY............................................5-5

Impact damage .....................................5-5

Power trim/tilt will not operate............5-5

Starter will not operate.........................5-6

Engine fails to operate..........................5-8

Cold engine fails to start ......................5-8

Treatment of submerged motor .......5-11

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EMU01204¯

TROUBLESHOOTING

A problem in the fuel, compression, or ignition systems can cause poor starting, loss of

power, or other problems. The troubleshooting chart describes basic checks and possi-

ble remedies. (This chart covers all Yamaha outboard motors. Therefore, some items

may not apply to your model.)

If your outboard motor requires repair, bring it to a Yamaha dealer.

Trouble

Possible Cause

Remedy

1. Battery capacity weak or low.

1. Check battery condition. Use

battery of recommended capacity.

2. Tighten battery cables and clean

battery terminals.

2. Battery connections loose or

corroded.

3. Fuse for electric start circuit blown.

3. Check for cause of electric

overload and repair. Replace fuse

with one of correct amperage.

4. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

A. Starter will not

operate.

4. Starter components faulty.

5. Engine stop switch lanyard not

attached.

5. Attach lanyard.

6. Shift lever in gear.

6. Shift to neutral.

1. Fuel tank empty.

2. Fuel contaminated or stale.

3. Fuel filter clogged.

1. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.

2. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.

3. Clean or replace filter.

4. Read "STARTING ENGINE"

section.

4. Starting procedure incorrect.

5. Fuel pump malfunctions.

5. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

6. Spark plug(s) fouled or incorrect

type.

7. Spark plug cap(s) fitted incorrectly.

8. Poor connections or damaged

ignition wiring.

6. Inspect spark plug(s). Clean or

replace with recommended type.

7. Check and re-fit cap(s).

8. Check wires for wear or breaks.

Tighten all loose connections.

Replace worn or broken wires.

9. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

B. Engine will not

start (Starter

operates).

9. Ignition parts faulty.

10. Engine stop switch lanyard not

attached.

10. Attach lanyard.

11. Shift lever in gear.

12. Engine inner parts damaged.

11. Shift to neutral.

12. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

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Trouble

Possible Cause

Remedy

1. Spark plug(s) fouled or incorrect

type.

2. Fuel system obstructed.

1. Inspect spark plug(s). Clean or

replace with recommended type.

2. Check for pinched or kinked fuel

line or other obstructions in fuel

system.

3. Fuel contaminated or stale.

4. Fuel filter clogged.

5. Failed ignition parts.

3. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.

4. Clean or replace filter.

5. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

6. Warning system activated.

7. Spark plug gap incorrect.

8. Poor connections or damaged

ignition wiring.

6. Find and correct cause of warning.

7. Inspect and adjust as specified.

8. Check wires for wear or breaks.

Tighten all loose connections.

Replace worn or broken wires.

9. Check and replace oil as specified.

10. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

9. Specified engine oil not used.

10. Thermostat faulty or clogged.

C. Engine idles

irregularly or stalls.

11. Carburetor adjustments incorrect.

12. Fuel pump damaged.

11. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

12. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

13. Air vent screw on the fuel tank

closed.

13. Open the air vent screw.

14. Motor angle too high.

14. Return to normal operating

position.

15. Carburetor clogged.

15. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

16. Fuel joint connection incorrect.

17. Throttle valve adjustment incorrect.

16. Connect correctly.

17. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

18. Battery lead disconnected.

18. Connect securely.

5-2

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Trouble

Possible Cause

Remedy

1. Cooling system clogged.

2. Engine oil level low.

1. Check water intake for restriction.

2. Fill oil tank with specified engine

oil.

3. Heat range of spark plug incorrect.

4. Specified engine oil not used.

3. Inspect spark plug and replace it

with recommended type.

4. Check and replace oil with

specified type.

D. Warning buzzer

sounds or

5. Engine oil contaminated or

deteriorated.

6. Oil filter clogged.

5. Replace oil with fresh, specified

type.

6. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

indicator lamp

lights.

7. Oil feed/injection pump

malfunctions.

7. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

8. Load on boat improperly distributed.

8. Distribute load to place boat on an

even plane.

9. Water pump/thermostat faulty.

9. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

1. Propeller damaged.

1. Have propeller repaired or

replaced.

2. Propeller pitch or diameter incorrect.

2. Install correct propeller to operate

outboard at its recommended

speed (r/min) range.

3. Trim angle incorrect.

3. Adjust trim angle to achieve most

efficient operation.

4. Motor mounted at incorrect height

on transom.

4. Have motor adjusted to proper

transom height.

5. Warning system activated.

6. Boat bottom fouled with marine

growth.

5. Find and correct cause of warning.

6. Clean boat bottom.

E. Engine power loss.

7. Spark plug(s) fouled or incorrect

type.

8. Weeds or other foreign matter

tangled on gear housing.

9. Fuel system obstructed.

7. Inspect spark plug(s). Clean or

replace with recommended type.

8. Remove foreign matter and clean

lower unit.

9. Check for pinched or kinked fuel

line or other obstructions in fuel

system.

10. Fuel filter clogged.

11. Fuel contaminated or stale.

12. Spark plug gap incorrect.

10. Clean or replace filter.

11. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel.

12. Inspect and adjust as specified.

5-3

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Trouble

Possible Cause

Remedy

13. Poor connections or damaged

ignition wiring.

13. Check wires for wear or breaks.

Tighten all loose connections.

Replace worn or broken wires.

14. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

14. Failed ignition parts.

15. Specified engine oil not used.

16. Thermostat faulty or clogged.

15. Check and replace oil with

specified type.

16. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

E. Engine power loss.

17. Air vent screw closed.

18. Fuel pump damaged.

17. Open the air vent screw.

18. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

19. Fuel joint connection incorrect.

20. Heat range of spark plug incorrect.

19. Connect correctly.

20. Inspect spark plug and replace it

with recommended type.

21. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

21. Engine not responding properly to

shift lever position.

1. Propeller damaged.

1. Have propeller repaired or

replaced.

2. Propeller shaft damaged.

2. Have serviced by a Yamaha

dealer.

F. Engine vibrates

excessively.

3. Weeds or other foreign matter

tangled on propeller.

3. Remove and clean propeller.

4. Motor mounting bolt loose.

5. Steering pivot loose or damaged.

4. Tighten bolt.

5. Tighten or have serviced by a

Yamaha dealer.

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EMN20010

TEMPORARY ACTION IN

EMERGENCY

EMH80010

IMPACT DAMAGE

The outboard motor can be seriously

damaged by a collision while operating

or trailering. Damage could make the out-

board motor unsafe to operate.

If the outboard motor hits any object in

the water, follow the procedure below;

1) Stop the engine immediately.

2) Inspect control system and all compo-

nents for damage. Also, inspect the

boat damage.

3) However damage is found or not

found, go back to a nearest harbor

slowly and carefully.

607011

4) Have a Yamaha dealer inspection of

the outboard motor, before operating

it again.

EMG65010

POWER TRIM / TILT WILL NOT

OPERATE

If the engine cannot be tilted up or down

with the power trim and tilt because of a

discharged battery or a failure with the

power trim and tilt unit, the engine can be

tilted manually. Loosen the manual valve

screw clockwise until it stops. Put the

engine in the desired position, then tight-

en the manual valve screw counterclock-

wise.

411012

1 Manual valve screw

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EMN30410

STARTER WILL NOT OPERATE

If the starter mechanism does not operate

(engine cannot be cranked with the

starter), the engine can be started with an

emergency starter rope.

8 Use this procedure only in an emer-

gency and only to return to port for

repairs.

8 When the emergency starter rope is

used to start the engine, the start-in-

gear protection device does not oper-

ate. Make sure the transmission is in

neutral. Otherwise, the boat could

unexpectedly start to move, which

could result in an accident.

8 Be sure no one is standing behind you

when pulling the starter rope. It could

whip behind you and injure someone.

8 An unguarded rotating flywheel is very

dangerous. Keep loose clothing and

other objects away when starting the

engine. Use the emergency starter rope

only as instructed. Do not touch the fly-

wheel or other moving parts when the

engine is running. Do not install the

starter mechanism or top cowling after

the engine is running.

8 Do not touch the ignition coil, high

voltage wire, spark plug cap or other

electrical components when starting of

operating the motor. You could be

shocked.

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Procedure

1) Remove the top cowling.

2) Remove the flywheel cover by remov-

ing the bolts.

208022

3) Prepare the engine for starting. See

“STARTING ENGINE” for procedures.

Be sure the engine is in Neutral and

that the lanyard is attached to the

engine stop switch.

OFF

START

The main switch must be on if the

main switch is equipped on the elec-

tric start model.

NOTE:

701026

Prime start model

If the engine will not start with this proce-

dure, refer to “ENGINE FAILS TO OPER-

ATE”.

4) To start the engine with emergency

starter rope, insert the knotted end of

the rope into the notch in the flywheel

rotor and wind the rope several turns

clockwise. Then, give a strong pull

straight out to crank the engine.

Repeat if necessary.

208016

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EMN32311

60/70

ENGINE FAILS TO OPERATE

If battery voltage is low or in the unlikely

event of an ignition system malfunction,

the engine speed may become erratic or

the engine may stop. In such a case, dis-

connect the connection on the yellow

cord (emergency circuit) to return to port.

216011

When the connection is disconnected, the

idling and low speeds are slightly higher

than normal. Use care when starting off

or stopping.

Follow this procedure only in an emer-

gency and just long enough to return to

port for repairs.

216012

1 CDI unit

2 Yellow cord

EMU00955*

COLD ENGINE FAILS TO START

If a cold engine fails to start for prime

start model, use the following procedure.

When starting or operating the engine,

do not touch the ignition coil, high volt-

age wire, spark plug cap or other electri-

cal parts carrying high voltage. Keep

loose clothing and other objects away

from the engine when starting it with an

emergency starter rope. An unguarded

rotating flywheel is very dangerous. Do

not attempt to replace the top cowling

when the engine is running. Proceed at

once to the nearest port to get the engine

repaired. Take care to prevent water

splashing onto the flywheel.

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5-8

1) Adjust the trim angle so that the drive

shaft is at right angles to the water

surface or is trimmed in.

2) Open the emergency starter valve

located behind the silencer cover on

the front side.

OPEN

214013

3) Squeeze the priming pump two or

three times to feed fuel.

902025

4) Open the throttle slightly without

shifting using the throttle control grip,

neutral throttle lever or free accelera-

tor. (It is necessary to change the

throttle opening slightly depending

on the engine temperature.)

After the engine starts, return the

throttle to the original position.

5) Set the MAIN SWITCH to “ON”.

6) Set the MAIN SWITCH to “START”.

701014

8 Do not turn the main switch to

“START” when the engine is running.

8 Do not keep the starter-motor turning

for more than 5 seconds. The battery

will rapidly become exhausted and it

will be impossible for the starter-motor

to start the engine. If the engine does

not start within 5 seconds, return the

main switch to “ON”, wait 10 seconds,

and then crank the engine again.

OFF

START

701022

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5-9

7) After the engine starts, return the

emergency starter valve (if used) to

“CLOSE”.

NOTE:

OPEN

When the starter mechanism malfunc-

tions, refer to “STARTER WILL NOT

OPERATE”.

214014

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EMN50011

TREATMENT OF SUBMERGED

MOTOR

If the outboard motor is submerged,

immediately take it a Yamaha dealer.

Otherwise, some corrosion may begin

almost immediately. If you cannot imme-

diately take the outboard motor to a

Yamaha dealer, follow the procedure bel-

low for taking care to minimize engine

damage.

107012

1) Thoroughly wash away mud, salt,

seaweed, etc. with fresh water.

2) Remove the spark plugs and face the

spark plug holes downward to allow

any water, mud or contaminants to

drain.

3) Drain the fuel from the carburetor.

4) Feed fogging oil or engine oil through

the carburetors and spark plug holes

while cranking with the manual

starter or emergency starter rope.

5) Take the outboard motor to a Yamaha

dealer as soon as possible.

107013

Do not attempt to run the motor until it

has been completely inspected.

107014

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EMP00010

Chapter 6

INDEX

INDEX........................................................6-1

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EMP10010

Engine oil................................................1-11

Engine stop lanyard switch.....................2-5

Exhaust leakage .....................................4-16

INDEX

Adjusting idling speed ..........................4-14

Adjusting trim angle..............................3-17 Filling fuel .................................................3-4

Air vent screw...........................................2-2 Filling fuel and engine oil........................3-4

Filling fuel tank.........................................4-4

Basic boating rules ..................................1-6 Filling oil....................................................3-5

Battery care...............................................4-7 Flushing cooling system and

Battery requirement ..............................1-12 fogging engine.........................................4-5

Bow down...............................................3-18 Flushing device ......................................2-12

Bow up....................................................3-18 Forward...................................................3-14

Breaking in (running in) engine..............3-8 Fuel hose joint..........................................2-2

Fuel meter.................................................2-2

Changing gear oil...................................4-21 Fuel tank....................................................2-2

Checking battery ....................................4-23 Fuel tank cap.............................................2-2

Checking bolts and nuts........................4-26 Fueling instructions ...............................1-10

Checking fuel system ............................4-12

Checking painted surface of motor......4-27 Gasohol...................................................1-11

Checking power trim and tilt system...4-18 Gasoline (petrol) ....................................1-11

Checking propeller.................................4-19 Gasoline (Petrol)/ Engine oil mixing

Checking water drain under engine

oil tank.....................................................4-15 Greasing..................................................4-17

Checking wiring and connectors..........4-16

Cleaning and adjusting spark plug ......4-10 Hour meter..............................................2-10

Cleaning and anti-corrosion measure ...4-6

chart...........................................................3-8

Cleaning cooling water passages ........4-26 Identification numbers record................1-1

Cleaning fuel filter..................................4-13 Impact damage ........................................5-5

Cleaning the outboard motor...............4-26 Important labels.......................................1-5

Coating the boat bottom.......................4-27 Index..........................................................6-1

Cold engine fails to start .........................5-8 Inspecting and replacing anode...........4-22

Connecting the battery..........................4-24 Installation ................................................3-1

Cruising in other conditions .................3-21 Installing the propeller ..........................4-20

Cruising in salt water.............................3-21

Cruising in turbid water ........................3-21 Key number..............................................1-1

Digital tachometer ...................................2-9 Lubrication................................................4-6

Disconnecting the battery.....................4-25

Main components....................................2-1

Emission control information.................1-2 Main switch ..............................................2-4

Engine fails to operate.............................5-8 Maintenance chart ...................................4-9

6-1

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Motor exterior ........................................4-26

Mounting the outboard motor ...............3-2 Tachometer...............................................2-9

Mounting height ......................................3-3 Temporary action in emergency............5-5

Throttle friction adjusting screw ............2-6

Neutral interlock trigger..........................2-3 Tilting up/down......................................3-19

Neutral throttle lever ...............................2-4 Tilt support lever....................................2-12

Top cowling lock levers.........................2-12

Oil-level indicator...................................2-11 Trailering outboard motor ......................4-3

Oil level warning/oil filter clogging

Transporting and storing outboard

warning...................................................2-14 motor.........................................................4-3

Oil level warning system.......................2-15 Treatment of submerged motor ..........5-11

Operation after a long period

of storage..................................................3-7 Trim tab.....................................................2-8

Operations of controls and other

Trimming outboard motor....................3-16

functions ...................................................2-2 Troubleshooting.......................................5-1

Outboard motor serial number: .............1-1

Trim meter..............................................2-10

Overheat warning..................................2-13 Warming up engine...............................3-13

Overheat warning indicator..................2-11 Warning system.....................................2-13

Water leakage.........................................4-16

Periodic maintenance..............................4-8 Warranty information .................Next page

Power trim/tilt switch .......................2-6, 2-7

Power trim/tilt will not operate...............5-5

Pre-operation checks...............................3-6

Propeller selection .................................1-13

Remote control.........................................2-3

Remote control lever...............................2-3

Removing the propeller ........................4-19

Replacement parts...................................4-8

Replacing fuse........................................4-16

Reverse ...................................................3-14

Safety information...................................1-3

Shifting....................................................3-14

Specification data ....................................4-1

Start-in-gear protection.........................1-14

Starter will not operate............................5-6

Starting engine.......................................3-10

Stopping engine.....................................3-15

Storing outboard motor..........................4-4

6-2

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EMU01599

IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION FOR U.S.A. AND

CANADA

Welcome to the Yamaha Family!

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Yamaha marine power. Yamaha is commit-

ted to exceptional customer satisfaction, and we want your ownership experience to be

a satisfying one. Please read the following warranty information to help ensure satisfac-

tion with your Yamaha.

Yamaha is ready to stand behind your purchase with strong warranty coverage. To be sure

you receive all the benefits of warranty, please take the following steps:

1. Be sure your new Yamaha is registered for warranty. Your boat dealer should do this at

the time of sale. Make sure your dealer gives you a copy of the completed Yamaha regis-

tration card for your records. If you are unsure whether or not your Yamaha is registered,

complete the Warranty Registration card found inside the cover of the Owner's Manual.

Mail it to the distributor for the country in which you live (see step 6 for the correct

address). If your Yamaha is not properly registered, a warranty repair could be unneces-

sarily delayed while registration records are checked.

2. Read the Limited Warranty statement which follows these instructions. This warranty

applies to Yamaha outboard motors sold in the United States, whether purchased sepa-

rately or when supplied as original equipment by a boat builder. The terms also apply to

original equipment packages sold in Canada, with coverage provided by Yamaha Motor

Canada (see ``Warranty Guide'' for Canadian models). This warranty explains the condi-

tions of the warranty, including the obligations that your dealer and you as the owner

have under the warranty. For example, your Yamaha outboard must receive a proper

pre-delivery inspection (PDI) by the selling dealer. Failure to take this important step

could jeopardize warranty coverage!

3. If you need warranty repairs, you must take your Yamaha outboard to an authorized

Yamaha outboard dealer. Be aware that not all selling boat dealers are authorized

Yamaha dealers. Only authorized dealers have the factory training, special tools, and

Yamaha support needed to perform warranty repairs.

4. If you are away from home, or your selling dealer is not an authorized Yamaha dealer,

use the following toll-free numbers to find the nearest Yamaha dealer.

United States Dealer Locations: 1-800-692-6242

Canada Dealer Locations:

1-800-267-8577

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5. Your warranty applies specifically to repairs made in the country of purchase. If your

U.S.-purchased Yamaha needs warranty service while in Canada, or your Canadian pur-

chased Yamaha needs service while in the United States, Yamaha will assist the local

dealer whenever possible. However, some products available in one country may not be

sold or serviced in the other.

6. If you need any additional information about your Yamaha or warranty coverage which

your dealer cannot provide, please contact us directly.

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

P.O. Box 6555

Cypress, CA 90630

Attention: Customer Relations Department

Telephone No.

Fax No.

(714) 761-7439

(714) 761-7559

Yamaha Motor Canada Ltd.

480 Gordon Baker Road

Toronto, Ontario

M2H 3B4

Attention: Customer Relations Department

Telephone No.

Fax No.

(416) 498-1911

(416) 491-3122

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EMU00912*

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.

OUTBOARD MOTOR TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. is proud of its heritage and reputation for producing products with high standards of quality and

workmanship. Product excellence provides the cornerstone for our commitment to customer satisfaction. The Yamaha Outboard

Limited Warranty is your assurance of this commitment.

This warranty provides you with protection against the expense of repairs for your outboard motor that are required as a result of

defects in materials or workmanship. When maintained and utilized in the prescribed manner, you can count on your Yamaha outboard

to provide reliable service.

This warranty provides you with specific coverage and notes your responsibilities in maintaining and operating your outboard. Please

take the time to read and become familiar with this warranty.

PERIOD OF WARRANTY. Any new Yamaha outboard motor purchased and registered with Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. for plea-

sure use in the United States, will be warranted against defects in material or workmanship for a period of two (2) years from date of

purchase, subject to exclusions noted herein. Any Yamaha outboard motor purchased and utilized for commercial applications will be

warranted for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, subject to exclusions noted herein. Yamaha peripheral equipment

included with the motor, such as gauges, fuel tanks and hoses, remote control boxes, propellers, and wiring external from the motor

unit, will be warranted for one (1) year from the date of purchase for either pleasure or commercial use. Replacement parts used in war-

ranty repairs will be warranted for the balance of the applicable warranty period.

The second year of warranty (if applicable) shall be limited to covering the cost of parts and labor for major components only. The major

components covered are:

Power Unit Section

8 Power Head

8 Intake Manifold and Reed Valve Assembly

8 Carburetor Assembly and its Related Components

8 Fuel and Oil Pump Assemblies

8 Ignition System (Standard and Microcomputer)

8 Precision Blend ® System

Bracket Section

8 Bracket System

8 Power Trim and Tilt Assembly

Lower Unit Section

8 Exhaust System

8 Upper Casing

8 Lower Unit Assembly

The warranty described here applies to outboard motor purchased and registered for use in the United States only excluding its territo-

ries. For warranty provisions outside the United States, contact the particular country’s local Yamaha distributor.

WARRANTY REGISTRATION. To be eligible for warranty coverage, the outboard motor must first be registered with Yamaha Motor

Corporation, U.S.A. A warranty registration form is provided in the Owner`s Manual with each outboard. This form must be completed

and mailed to Yamaha by either the selling dealer or the purchaser. Warranty registration can also be accomplished by any authorized

Yamaha outboard dealer. Upon receipt of the registration, an Owner`s Warranty Card will be sent by Yamaha to the registered purchas-

er.

OBTAINING REPAIRS UNDER WARRANTY. To receive repairs under this warranty, a valid Owner`s Warranty Card must be presented to

an authorized Yamaha outboard dealer.

During the period of warranty, any authorized Yamaha outboard dealer will, free of charge, repair or replace, at Yamaha`s option, any

parts adjudged defective by Yamaha due to faulty workmanship or material from the factory. All replaced parts will become the property

of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.

CUSTOMER`S RESPONSIBILITY. Under the terms of this warranty, the customer will be responsible for ensuring that the outboard

motor is properly operated, maintained and stored as specified in the applicable Owner’s Manual.

The owner of the outboard motor shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha marine dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten

(10) days of discovery and make the motor available at that time for inspection and repairs at the dealer’s place of business.

GENERAL EXCLUSIONS FROM WARRANTY. This warranty will not cover the repair of damage if the damage is a result of abuse or

neglect of the product. Examples of abuse and neglect include, but are not limited to:

Racing or competition use, modification of original parts, abnormal strain.

Lack of proper maintenance and off-season storage as described in the Owner`s Manual, improper mounting of the motor, installa-

tion of parts or accessories that are not equivalent in design and quality to genuine Yamaha parts.

Operation of the motor at an rpm other than specified, improper propeller selection, use of lubricants, oils, and fuel/oil mixtures

that are not suitable for outboard motor use.

Damage as a result of accidents, collisions, contact with foreign materials, or submersion.

Growth of marine organisms on motor surfaces.

Normal deterioration.

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SPECIFIC PARTS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY. Parts replaced due to normal wear or routine maintenance such as oil, spark plugs,

shear pins, propellers, hubs, fuel and oil filters, brushes for the starter motor and power tilt motor, water pump impellers, and anodes

are not covered by warranty. Charges for removal of the motor from a boat and transporting the motor to and from an authorized

Yamaha outboard dealer are excluded from warranty coverage.

Specific parts excluded from the second year of warranty (if applicable) are:

8 Top and Bottom Cowling

8 Electric Components (other than ignition system)

8 Rubber Components (such as hoses, tubes, rubber seals, fittings, and clamps)

TRANSFER OF WARRANTY. Transfer of the warranty from the original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser is possible by having the

motor inspected by an authorized Yamaha outboard dealer and requesting the dealer to submit a change of registration to Yamaha

Motor Corporation, U.S.A. within ten (10) days of the transfer.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY. Yamaha warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent purchaser, that this

engine is designed, built, and equipped so as to conform at the time of sale with applicable regulations under section 213 of the Clean

Air Act and this engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship which cause said engine to fail to conform with applicable

regulations for one (1) year from date of purchase.

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL IMPLIED

WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE OBLIGATIONS AND

TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. AND

EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION

MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. ALSO EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY ARE ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

INCLUDING LOSS OF USE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUEN-

TIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE

TO STATE.

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.

Post Office Box 6555

Cypress, California 90630

WARRANTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Q. What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period?

A. The customer`s responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance services, non-warranty repairs, accident and collision dam-

ages.

Q. What are some examples of ``abnormal’’ strain, neglect, or abuse?

A. These terms are general and overlap each other in areas. Specific examples include:

Running the machine out of oil, operating the machine with a broken or damaged part which causes another part to fail, damage or

failure due to improper or careless transportation, and/or tie down. If you have any specific questions on operation or mainte-

nance, please contact your Yamaha outboard dealer for advice.

Q. Does the warranty cover incidental costs such as towing or transportation due to a failure?

A. No. The warranty is limited to repair of the machine itself.

Q. May I perform any or all of the recommended maintenance shown in the Owner’s Manual instead of having the dealer do them?

A. Yes, if you are a qualified mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner’s and Service Manuals. We do recommend,

however, that items requiring special tools or equipment be done by a Yamaha outboard dealer.

Q. Will the warranty be void or canceled if I do not operate or maintain my new outboard exactly as specified in the Owner’s Manual?

A. No. The warranty on a new outboard cannot be ’’voided`` or ’’canceled``. However, if a particular failure is caused by operation or

maintenance other than as shown in the Owner’s Manual, that failure may not be covered under warranty.

Q. What responsibility does a Yamaha outboard dealer have under this warranty?

A. Each Yamaha outboard dealer is expected to:

1. Completely set up each outboard he sells prior to delivery.

2. Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at the time of sale, and upon your request

at any later date.

In addition, each Yamaha outboard dealer is held responsible for his setup, service and warranty repair work.

Q. Is the warranty transferable to second owners?

A. Yes. The remainder of any existing warranty can be transferred upon request. The unit has to be inspected and re-registered by an

authorized Yamaha outboard dealer for the policy to remain effective.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE

If your machine requires warranty service, you must take it to any authorized Yamaha outboard dealer within the continental United

States. Be sure to bring your warranty registration identification or other valid proof of the original date of purchase. If a question or

problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the owner of the dealership. Since all warranty matters are handled at the dealer level,

this person is in the best position to help you. If you are still not satisfied and require additional assistance, please write:

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U.S.A.

CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT

P.O.Box 6555

Cypress, California 90630

When contacting Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. don’t forget to include any important information such as names, addresses,

model, engine serial number, dates, and receipts.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS

The federal government requires each manufacturer of a motor vehicle to maintain a complete, up-to-date list of all first purchasers

against the possibility of a safety-related defect and recall. This list is complied from the purchase registrations sent to Yamaha Motor

Corporation, U.S.A. by the selling dealer at the time of your purchase.

If you should move after you have purchased your new outboard, please advise us of your new address by sending a postcard listing

your outboard model name, engine serial number, dealer number (or dealer’s name) as it is shown on your warranty identification, your

name and new mailing address. Mail to:

YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.

WARRANTY DEPARTMENT

P.O.Box 6555

Cypress, California 90630

This will ensure that Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. has an up-to-date registration record in accordance with federal law.

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EMU01178

IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION

IF YOU USE YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE U.S.A. OR CANADA

Welcome to the Yamaha Family!

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Yamaha marine power. Yamaha is com-

mitted to exceptional customer satisfaction, and we want your ownership experience

to be a satisfying one. Please read the following warranty information to help ensure

satisfaction with your Yamaha.

This model was manufactured as a U.S.A. specification model, and the warranty state-

ment shown in this manual is for market. To receive the benefits of the warranty that

applies to the country in which you use your Yamaha, please note the following infor-

mation.

1. The warranty on this model is the same as equivalent models sold in the country

where you will receive service. If you need more information about your warranty

coverage or your Yamaha outside the U.S.A. or Canada, please contact an autho-

rized Yamaha dealer in your country.

2. Keep a copy of your sales contract or invoice for the purchase of your Yamaha and

present it if you need warranty repairs. This document should show the date of

purchase, which is important evidence the repairing dealer will need to be sure

your Yamaha is covered by warranty.

3. If your Yamaha needs warranty repairs, contact an authorized Yamaha dealer in

the country where you are. He will explain how to get warranty service in that

country.

4. This Yamaha model may not be sold in some countries. Therefore, in some cases

your local dealer may not have all the parts or service information he may need,

which may unavoidably delay repairs. If this happens, we thank you for your

understanding and assure you we will attempt to resolve the situation as quickly as

possible.

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Printed in Japan

April 2001—0.6 × 1 !

6H3-28199-1L

(60FETO, 70BETO, 90AETO)

(E)

Printed on recycled paper

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