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OWNER'S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully before operating this
LIT-18626-10-14
outboard motor.
60R-F8199-3B-E0

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this LIT-18626-10-14 outboard motor. 60R-F8199-3B-E0...
  • Page 2 Les gaz d’échappement du moteur de ce produit contiennent des substances chimiques connues dans l’État de Californie pour provoquer le cancer, des anomalies congénitales et des troubles de la reproduction. ZMU07696 Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating.

  • Page 3: Important Manual Information

    EWM00781 If you purchased this outboard motor used, WARNING see your Yamaha dealer to have it registered A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa- in your name in Yamaha records. tion which, if not avoided, could result in TIP: death or serious injury.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety information......1 Propeller selection ......14 Outboard motor safety ....1 Start-in-gear protection ....15 Engine oil requirements ....15 Propeller ..........1 Rotating parts ........1 Fuel requirements ......16 Hot parts..........1 Gasoline ........... 16 Electric shock ........
  • Page 5 Table of contents Engine control system....28 Tilting up and down....... 45 Alert system ........28 Procedure for tilting up (manual tilt models)....... 45 Low oil pressure alert ....... 28 Procedure for tilting down Installation ........29 (manual tilt models)....... 46 Installation ........
  • Page 6 Engine fails to operate ....70 Emergency engine operation ... 70 Treatment of submerged motor..70 Consumer information....71 YAMAHA FOUR-STROKE OUTBOARD MOTOR THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY....... 71 IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION IF YOU USE YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE THE U.S.A. OR CANADA ....73...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Safety information EMU33622 running away under power and leaving peo- Outboard motor safety ple stranded, or running over people or ob- Observe these precautions at all times. jects. EMU36501 Always attach the engine shut-off cord to a Propeller secure place on your clothing or your arm or People can be injured or killed if they come in leg while operating.

  • Page 8: Modifications

    Personal flotation devices (PFDs) distribution can compromise the boats han- Have an approved PFD on board for every oc- dling and lead to an accident, capsizing or cupant. Yamaha recommends that you must swamping. wear a PFD whenever boating. At a minimum, EMU33772...

  • Page 9: Weather

    Safety information Avoid areas with submerged objects or the National Association of State Boating Law ● shallow water. Administrators (NASBLA) and recognized by Ride within your limits and avoid aggressive the United States Coast Guard. Most, but not ● maneuvers to reduce the risk of loss of con- all, states accept this course to meet their trol, ejection, and collision.

  • Page 10: Boating Organizations

    Safety information presented in the following section are con- Chicago, IL 60601 densed- and have been provided for your http://www.nmma.org/ convenience only. Contact the U.S. Coast Guard, the National Marine Retailers Association of America Association of State Boating Law Administra- 155 N.

  • Page 11: Rules When Encountering Vessels

    Safety information Stand-on vessel Overtaking: (you are passing or being The vessel with the right-of-way has the duty passed by another vessel) to continue its course and speed, except to In the following illustration, your boat is in the avoid an immediate collision. When you main- center.

  • Page 12: Other Special Situations

    Safety information Crossing vessels, the operator should sound a pro- When two power driven vessels are crossing longed blast on the whistle (4 to 6 seconds). If each other’s path close enough to run the risk another vessel is around the bend, it too of collision, the vessel which has the other on should sound the whistle.
  • Page 13 Safety information 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 star- board.
  • Page 14 Safety information ZMU01708...

  • Page 15: General Information

    Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha dealer or for reference in case your outboard motor is sto- len. 1. Outboard motor serial number location...

  • Page 16: Read Manuals And Labels

    Read any manuals supplied with the boat. ● Read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat. ● If you need any additional information, contact your Yamaha dealer. EMU33832 Warning labels If these labels are damaged or missing, contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements.
  • Page 17 General information ZMU05740 EMU33912 Contents of labels EWM01671 The above warning labels mean as follows. WARNING Read Owner’s Manuals and labels. ● EWM01691 Wear an approved personal flotation de- ● WARNING vice (PFD). Emergency starting does not have start- Attach engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to ●...
  • Page 18 General information EMU35132 Electrical hazard Symbols The following symbols mean as follows. Notice/Warning ZMU05666 ZMU05696 Read Owner’s Manual ZMU05664 Hazard caused by continuous rotation ZMU05665...

  • Page 19: Specifications And Requirements

    Specifications and requirements EMU34521 Ignition system: Specifications TIP: Spark plug (NGK): “(AL)” stated in the specification data below BR6HS-10 represents the numerical value for the alumi- Spark plug gap: num propeller installed. 0.9–1.0 mm (0.035–0.039 in) Likewise, “(SUS)” represents the value for Steering system: stainless steel propeller installed and “(PL)”...

  • Page 20: Installation Requirements

    18 volts or WARNING higher with the above models. Consult your Overpowering a boat can cause severe in- Yamaha dealer for details on installing an op- stability. tional Rectifier Regulator. Before installing the outboard motor(s), con-...

  • Page 21: Start-In-Gear Protection

    Specifications and requirements Your Yamaha dealer can help you select the Recommended engine oil: right propeller for your boating needs. Select YAMALUBE 4M FC-W or 4-stroke a propeller that will allow the engine to reach outboard motor oil Recommended engine oil grade 1:...

  • Page 22: Fuel Requirements

    If knocking or tor. However, if gasoline with Ethanol is the pinging occurs, use a different brand of gaso- only fuel available in your area, your Yamaha line or premium unleaded fuel. Yamaha rec- outboard motor is calibrated to run properly...

  • Page 23: Gasoline Additives

    If the amount of water is excessive, the eth- Yamaha recommends the use of two Ya- anol and water mixture will separate from malube gasoline additives to reduce internal...

  • Page 24: Motor Disposal Requirements

    JEU DE SOUPAPES (mm) ADM: ÉCH: YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD. Spare parts, such as an extra set of spark ● plugs. ZMU07060 Consult your Yamaha dealer for details. EMU25263 Manufactured date label This label is attached to the clamp bracket or the swivel bracket.

  • Page 25: Star Labels

    Specifications and requirements EMU40330 One Star—Low Emission The one-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission standards. Engines meet- ing these standards have 75% lower emis- sions than conventional carbureted two- stroke engines.
  • Page 26 Specifications and requirements EMU40350 Three Stars—Ultra Low Emission The three-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003-2008 ex- haust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 65% lower emissions than One Star-Low-Emission engines.

  • Page 27: Components

    Components EMU2579Y Components diagram TIP: * May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models (order from dealer). 14 15 ZMU07556 1. Top cowling 16.Tiller handle 2. Cowling lock lever 17.Throttle grip 3.

  • Page 28: Fuel Joint

    Components EWM00020 EMU43130 Fuel tank cap WARNING This cap seals the fuel tank. To loosen the The fuel tank supplied with this engine is cap, press and hold the pressure relief tab its dedicated fuel reservoir and must not and turn the cap counterclockwise. be used as a fuel storage container.

  • Page 29: Throttle Grip

    Components To increase resistance, turn the adjuster 2. Neutral “ ” clockwise. To decrease resistance, turn the 3. Reverse “ ” adjuster counterclockwise. WARNING! Do EMU25942 Throttle grip not overtighten the friction adjuster. If The throttle grip is on the tiller handle. Turn there is too much resistance, it could be the grip counterclockwise to increase speed difficult to move the remote control lever...

  • Page 30: Engine Stop Button

    Components rapidly. This could cause people and ob- jects in the boat to be thrown forward. [EWM00122] EMU26074 Manual starter handle The manual starter handle is used to crank and start the engine. 1. Cord 2. Clip 3. Engine shut-off switch EMU26003 Engine stop button The engine stop button stops the engine...

  • Page 31: Trim Rod (Tilt Pin)

    Components EWM00040 Do not apply lubricants such as grease to ● WARNING the friction areas of the steering friction ad- Do not overtighten the friction adjuster. If juster. there is too much resistance, it could be EMU26262 Trim rod (tilt pin) difficult to steer, which could result in an The position of the trim rod determines the accident.

  • Page 32: Cowling Lock Lever (Pull Up Type)

    Components EMU26463 Flushing device This device is used to clean the cooling water passages of the motor using a garden hose and tap water. ECM01660 NOTICE Do not use the tilt support bar when traile- ring the boat. The outboard motor could shake loose from the tilt support and fall.

  • Page 33: Instruments And Indicators

    Instruments and indicators EMU36015 Indicators EMU36024 Low oil pressure-alert indicator If oil pressure drops too low, this indicator will light up. For further information, see page 28. ECM00022 NOTICE Do not continue to run the engine if the ● low oil pressure-alert indicator is on and the engine oil level is lower.

  • Page 34: Engine Control System

    ECM00091 NOTICE Do not continue to operate the engine if a alert device has activated. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be lo- cated and corrected. EMU3016B Low oil pressure alert If the oil pressure drops too low, the alert de- vice will activate.

  • Page 35: Installation

    Installation EMU26902 Installation The information presented in this section is in- tended as reference only. It is not possible to provide complete instructions for every possi- ble boat and motor combination. Proper mounting depends in part on experience and the specific boat and motor combination. EWM01590 WARNING ZMU01760...

  • Page 36: Clamping The Outboard Motor

    Consult your Yamaha dealer or boat manufacturer for further information on determining the prop- er mounting height. For instructions on setting the trim angle of ●...
  • Page 37 Installation packaging. If used, they must be of at least the same quality of material and strength and must be tightened se- curely. After tightening, test run the engine and check their tightness. [EWM00651] ZMU02014 1. Bolts...

  • Page 38: Operation

    Operation EMU36381 For the first hour of operation: First-time operation Run the engine at varying speeds up to EMU36391 2000 r/min or approximately half throttle. Fill engine oil For the second hour of operation: The engine is shipped from the factory without Increase engine speed as much as nec- engine oil.

  • Page 39: Remove The Top Cowling

    Operation an emergency reserve. With the boat level on Check the fuel tank and fuel lines for ● a trailer or in the water, check the fuel level. cracks, swellings, or other damages. For fuel filling instructions, see page 35. EMU36891 Controls EMU36572...

  • Page 40: Engine

    Operation EMU36493 Flushing device Check that the flushing device’s garden hose connector is securely screwed on to the fitting on the bottom cowling. NOTICE: If the gar- den hose connector is not properly con- nected, cooling water can leak out and the engine can overheat during operation.

  • Page 41: Filling Fuel

    If you use a portable container to store and ● top cowling is loose, have it repaired by your dispense fuel, use only a locally approved Yamaha dealer. GASOLINE container. To prevent electrostatic sparks, discharge ● any built-up static electricity from your body before refueling.
  • Page 42 Operation TIP: Release the fuel vapor contained in the fuel tank. While pressing and holding the pressure relief tab under the fuel tank cap again, turn the fuel tank cap counterclockwise to remove it. ZMU07444 1. Air vent screw Remove the fuel tank from the boat. To loosen the air vent screw, turn it coun- terclockwise until it stops.

  • Page 43: Operating Engine

    Operation Dispose of rags properly according to local from smoking, and keep away from ● laws or regulations. open flames and sparks while loosening Turn the fuel tank cap clockwise to tight- the air vent screw. en until a click is heard. This product emits exhaust gases which ●...

  • Page 44: Starting Engine

    Operation 3. Primer pump 4. Toward the fuel tank Align the fuel joint on the fuel hose with the fuel joint on the outboard motor and firmly connect the fuel hose to the joint while pinching the joint. 1. Arrow 2.
  • Page 45 Operation Place the gear shift lever in neutral. Pull out / turn the choke knob fully. After the engine starts, replace / return the TIP: knob to the home position. The start-in-gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu- tral.

  • Page 46: Checks After Starting Engine

    Stop the engine and check whether the cooling water inlet on the lower case or the cooling water pilot hole is blocked. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the prob- lem cannot be located and corrected. ZMU02030 TIP: When the engine is cold, it needs to be ●...

  • Page 47: Checks After Engine Warm Up

    Consult your Yamaha dealer if To shift out of neutral the cause for the low oil pressure alert Move the gear shift lever firmly and crisply for- cannot be found.

  • Page 48: Stopping Boat

    Operation stopping distance varies depending on gross weight, water surface conditions, and wind di- rection. EMU27821 Stopping engine Before stopping the engine, first let it cool off for a few minutes at idle or low speed. Stop- ping the engine immediately after operating at high speed is not recommended.

  • Page 49: Trimming Outboard Motor

    Operation The trim angle of the outboard motor helps determine the position of the bow of the boat in the water. Correct trim angle will help im- prove performance and fuel economy while reducing strain on the engine. Correct trim an- gle depends upon the combination of boat, engine, and propeller.

  • Page 50: Adjusting Boat Trim

    Operation cy to steer to one side or the other. Compen- sate for this as you steer. When the bow of the boat is down, it is easier to accelerate from a standing start onto plane. 1. Trim rod Reposition the rod in the desired hole. To raise the bow (“trim-out”), move the rod away from the transom.

  • Page 51: Tilting Up And Down

    Operation the bow is greatly increased, heightening the ECM00241 NOTICE danger of “bow steering” and making opera- Before tilting the outboard motor, stop tion difficult and dangerous. ● the engine by following the procedure on page 42. Never tilt the outboard mo- tor while the engine is running.

  • Page 52: Procedure For Tilting Down (Manual Tilt Models)

    Operation Pull up the shallow water lever (if Slightly tilt the engine up until the tilt sup- equipped). port bar is automatically released. Hold the rear of the top cowling with one Slowly tilt the engine down. hand and tilt the engine up fully. EMU28062 Shallow water Push the tilt support knob into the clamp...

  • Page 53: Cruising In Other Conditions

    Operation ZMU02047 To return the outboard motor to the nor- EMU32741 Procedure mal running position, place the gear shift Place the gear shift lever in neutral. lever in neutral. Place the tilt lock lever in the lock/down position, then slightly tilt the outboard mo- tor up until the tilt support bar automati- cally returns to the free position.
  • Page 54 Operation flush the cooling passages with fresh water to prevent corrosion. Also rinse the outside of the outboard motor with fresh water.

  • Page 55: Maintenance

    Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. When trans- ● a transom saver bar. Consult your Yamaha porting and storing the outboard motor, dealer for further details. disconnect the fuel line from the out-...

  • Page 56: Storing Outboard Motor

    TIP: be performed to prevent excessive damage. The use of “Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and It is advisable to have your outboard motor Stabilizer” eliminates the need to drain the serviced by an authorized Yamaha dealer pri- fuel system.

  • Page 57: Lubrication

    63. Inspect the oil for the presence the bottom cowling. of water that indicates a leaky seal. Seal replacement should be performed by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to use. Grease all grease fittings. For further de- tails, see page 57. TIP: For long-term storage, fogging the engine with oil is recommended.

  • Page 58: Cleaning The Outboard Motor

    A touch-up paint is let the hose hang free during normal available from your Yamaha dealer. operation. Water will leak out of the connector instead of cooling the en-...

  • Page 59: Periodic Maintenance

    Yamaha marine dealership. A service manual is available for purchase through your Yamaha dealer for owners who have the mechanical skills, tools, and other equipment necessary to perform mainte- nance not covered by this owner’s manual.

  • Page 60: Maintenance Chart 1

    ● be flushed with clean water after each use. The “ ” symbol indicates the check-ups which you may carry out yourself. The “ ” symbol indicates work to be carried out by your Yamaha dealer. Initial Every Item Actions...
  • Page 61 Cooling water inlet Inspection Main switch/stop Inspection or replace- switch/choke switch ment as necessary Wire harness connec- Inspection or replace- tions/wire coupler con- ment as necessary nections Fuel tank (Yamaha por- Inspection and clean- table tank) ing as necessary...

  • Page 62: Maintenance Chart 2

    Maintenance EMU34451 Maintenance chart 2 Every Item Actions 1000 hours Exhaust guide/exhaust Inspection or replace- manifold ment as necessary Timing belt Replacement...

  • Page 63: Greasing

    Maintenance EMU28934 Greasing Yamaha marine grease (Water resistant grease)

  • Page 64: Cleaning And Adjusting Spark Plug

    Do not attempt to di- agnose any problems yourself. Instead, take the outboard motor to a Yamaha dealer. You 1. Spark plug gap should periodically remove and inspect the 2.

  • Page 65: Inspecting Idle Speed

    A flush- you are not familiar with the procedure for ing attachment or test tank can be used. changing the engine oil, consult your Yamaha dealer. If the boat is not equipped with a tachometer...
  • Page 66 Maintenance Start the engine. Warm it up and keep the idle speed for 5-10 minutes. Stop the engine and leave it for 5-10 min- utes. Remove the top cowling. Remove the oil filler cap. Pull out the dip- stick and use the oil changer to extract the oil completely.

  • Page 67: Inspecting Wiring And Connectors

    Engine oil quantity: TIP: 0.8 L (0.85 US qt, 0.70 Imp.qt) For more information on the disposal of ● used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer. Leave the outboard motor for 5-10 min- Change the oil more often when operating ● utes.

  • Page 68: Removing Propeller

    Make sure to use a new cotter pin and bend the ends over securely. Otherwise, the propeller could come off during opera- tion and be lost. Apply Yamaha marine grease or a corro- sion resistant grease to the propeller shaft. Check the propeller shaft oil seal for dam- ●...

  • Page 69: Changing Gear Oil

    Yamaha dealer check and repair the knob is locked. Severe injury could oc- outboard motor. [ECM00713] cur if the outboard motor accidentally TIP: falls. For disposal of used oil, consult your Yamaha dealer.

  • Page 70: Inspecting And Replacing Anode(S)

    Gear oil quantity: 0.150 L (0.159 US qt, 0.132 Imp.qt) TIP: Inspect ground leads attached to external an- odes on equipped models. Consult a Yamaha dealer for inspection and replacement of inter- ZMU06686 nal anodes attached to the power unit.

  • Page 71: Trouble Recovery

    Yamaha outboard motors. Therefore Q. Has fuel pump malfunctioned? some items may not apply to your model. A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. If your outboard motor requires repair, bring it to your Yamaha dealer. Q. Are spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect...
  • Page 72 A. Return to normal operating position. A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel. Q. Is carburetor clogged? Q. Is fuel filter clogged? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. A. Clean or replace filter. Q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect? Q. Have ignition parts failed? A.
  • Page 73 Q. Is fuel system obstructed? Q. Is water pump or thermostat faulty? A. Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or oth- A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. er obstructions in fuel system. Q. Is there excess water in fuel filter cup? Q.

  • Page 74: Temporary Action In Emergency

    EWM01022 WARNING Q. Is steering pivot loose or damaged? Use this procedure only in an emergen- ● A. Tighten or have serviced by a Yamaha cy to return to the nearest port for re- dealer. pairs. EMU29433 Temporary action in emergency When the emergency starter rope is ●...

  • Page 75: Emergency Starting Engine

    Trouble Recovery Do not attach the cord to clothing that ● could tear loose. Do not route the cord where it could become entangled, pre- venting it from functioning. Avoid accidentally pulling the cord dur- ● ing normal operation. Loss of engine power means the loss of most steering control.

  • Page 76: Engine Fails To Operate

    If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- around the flywheel clockwise. ately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise Give a strong pull straight out to crank some corrosion may begin almost immediate- and start the engine.

  • Page 77: Consumer Information

    Owner’s Manual. The owner of the outboard motor shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha Outboard Motor 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.
  • Page 78 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 Motor Dealer and requesting the dealer to submit a change of registration to Yamaha within ten (10) days of the transfer.

  • Page 79: Important Warranty Information If You Use Your Yamaha Outside The U.s.a. Or Canada

    He will be able to contact Yamaha on your behalf to see if any refund can be provided.
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