Yamaha 9.9F, 15F User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Read this manual carefully before operating this

outboard motor.

9.9F
15F

63V-28199-7E-E0

Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Keep this
manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating. This manual should stay
with the outboard motor if it is sold.

Important manual information

WARNING

NOTICE

TIP:

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To the owner

Thank you for selecting a Yamaha outboard
motor. This Owner’s Manual contains infor­mation needed for proper operation, mainte­nance and care. A thorough understanding of
these simple instructions will help you obtain
maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha.
If you have any question about the operation
or maintenance of your outboard motor,
please consult a Yamaha dealer.
In this Owner’s Manual particularly important
information is distinguished in the following
ways.

: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used
to alert you to potential personal injury haz­ards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

EWM00782

A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa­tion which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.

ECM00702

A NOTICE indicates special precautions
that must be taken to avoid damage to the
outboard motor or other property.

between your machine and this manual. If
there is any question concerning this manual,
please consult your Yamaha dealer.
To ensure long product life, Yamaha recom­mends that you use the product and perform
the specified periodic inspections and main­tenance by correctly following the instruc­tions in the owner’s manual. Any damage
resulting from neglect of these instructions is
not covered by warranty.
Some countries have laws or regulations re­stricting users from taking the product out of
the country where it was purchased, and it
may be impossible to register the product in
the destination country. Additionally, the war­ranty may not apply in certain regions. When
planning to take the product to another coun­try, consult the dealer where the product was
purchased for further information.
If the product was purchased used, please
consult your closest dealer for customer re­registration, and to be eligible for the speci­fied services.

The 9.9FMH, 15FMH and the standard ac­cessories are used as a base for the explana­tions and illustrations in this manual.
Therefore some items may not apply to every
model.

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A TIP provides key information to make pro­cedures easier or clearer.

Yamaha continually seeks advancements in
product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current prod­uct information available at the time of print­ing, there may be minor discrepancies

9.9F, 15F

OWNER’S MANUAL

©2013 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

1st Edition, October 2013

All rights reserved.

Any reprinting or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

is expressly prohibited.

Printed in Japan

Table of contents

Safety information ............................. 1

Outboard motor safety .................... 1

Propeller............................................. 1

Rotating parts..................................... 1

Hot parts ............................................ 1

Electric shock..................................... 1

Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)............ 1

Gasoline ............................................. 1

Gasoline exposure and spills ............. 1

Carbon monoxide .............................. 2

Modifications...................................... 2

Boating safety ................................. 2

Alcohol and drugs.............................. 2

Personal flotation devices (PFDs) ...... 2

People in the water ............................ 2

Passengers......................................... 2

Overloading........................................ 2

Avoid collisions .................................. 2

Weather.............................................. 3

Passenger training ............................. 3

Boating safety publications................ 3

Laws and regulations......................... 3

General information .......................... 4

Identification numbers record ......... 4

Outboard motor serial number........... 4

EC Declaration of Conformity

(DoC) ........................................... 4

CE Marking .................................... 4

Read manuals and labels ................ 5

Warning labels ................................... 5

Specifications and requirements..... 8

Specifications.................................. 8

Installation requirements................. 9

Boat horsepower rating...................... 9

Mounting outboard motor.................. 9

Propeller selection .......................... 9

Start-in-gear protection ............... 10

Engine oil requirements ................ 10

Fuel requirements ......................... 10

Gasoline ........................................... 10

Anti-fouling paint .......................... 10
Outboard motor disposal

requirements.............................. 11

Emergency equipment.................. 11

Components .................................... 12

Components diagram ................... 12

Fuel tank........................................... 12

Fuel joint........................................... 13

Fuel gauge........................................ 13

Fuel tank cap.................................... 13

Air vent screw................................... 13

Tiller handle ..................................... 13

Gear shift lever ................................ 13

Throttle grip ..................................... 13

Throttle indicator ............................. 14

Throttle friction adjuster ................... 14
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) and

clip ................................................ 14

Engine stop button .......................... 15

Choke knob ...................................... 15

Manual starter handle....................... 15

Steering friction adjuster .................. 15

Trim rod (tilt pin) ............................... 16

Tilt lock mechanism ......................... 16

Tilt support bar................................. 16

Cowling lock lever(s) (turn type) ....... 16

2-pin connector................................ 17

Battery charging information............ 17

Installation ....................................... 18

Installation..................................... 18

Mounting the outboard motor .......... 18

Clamping the outboard motor.......... 19

Operation ......................................... 21

First-time operation ...................... 21

Breaking in engine............................ 21

Getting to know your boat ............... 21

Checks before starting engine...... 21

Fuel level .......................................... 21

Remove the top cowling .................. 22

Fuel system ...................................... 22

Controls............................................ 22

Table of contents

Engine shut-off cord (lanyard).......... 22

Oil ..................................................... 23

Engine .............................................. 23

Install top cowling ............................ 23

Filling fuel and engine oil............... 23

Filling fuel for portable tank.............. 23

Gasoline and oil mixing (100:1) ........ 24

Operating engine........................... 25

Sending fuel (portable tank) ............. 26

Starting engine................................. 26

Checks after starting engine ......... 28

Cooling water ................................... 28

Warming up engine ....................... 28

Choke start models.......................... 28

Checks after engine warm up ....... 28

Shifting ............................................. 28

Stop switches................................... 29

Shifting .......................................... 29

Stopping boat ............................... 30

Stopping engine ............................ 30

Procedure......................................... 30

Trimming outboard motor ............. 31

Adjusting trim angle for manual tilt

models .......................................... 31

Adjusting boat trim........................... 32

Tilting up and down ...................... 32

Procedure for tilting up (manual tilt

models) ......................................... 33

Procedure for tilting down (manual

tilt models) .................................... 34

Shallow water ............................... 34

Cruising in shallow water (manual

tilt models) .................................... 34

Cruising in other conditions .......... 35

Checking painted surface of

outboard motor............................. 38

Periodic maintenance ................... 38

Replacement parts........................... 39

Severe operating conditions ............ 39

Maintenance chart 1......................... 40

Maintenance chart 2......................... 41

Greasing ........................................... 42
Cleaning and adjusting spark plug... 43

Checking fuel filter............................ 43

Inspecting idle speed ....................... 43
Inspecting wiring and connectors .... 44

Checking propeller ........................... 44

Removing propeller.......................... 45

Installing propeller............................ 45

Changing gear oil ............................. 46

Cleaning fuel tank............................. 47
Inspecting and replacing anode(s) ... 48

Trouble Recovery............................ 49

Troubleshooting............................ 49
Temporary action in emergency... 52

Impact damage ................................ 52

Starter will not operate..................... 52

Emergency starting engine............... 53

Treatment of submerged motor.... 54

INDEX ............................................... 55

Maintenance .................................... 36

Transporting and storing outboard

motor.......................................... 36

Clamp screw mounting models ....... 36

Storing outboard motor.................... 37

Procedure......................................... 37

Lubrication ....................................... 38

Cleaning the outboard motor........... 38

Safety information

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Outboard motor safety

Observe these precautions at all times.

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Propeller

People can be injured or killed if they come in
contact with the propeller. The propeller can
keep moving even when the motor is in neu­tral, and sharp edges of the propeller can cut
even when stationary.
 Stop the engine when a person is in the

water near you.

 Keep people out of reach of the propeller,

even when the engine is off.

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Rotating parts

Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, personal
flotation device (PFD) straps, etc., can be­come entangled with internal rotating parts of
the engine, resulting in serious injury or
death.
Keep the top cowling in place whenever pos­sible. Do not remove or replace the top cowl­ing with the engine running.
Only operate the engine with the top cowling
removed according to the specific instruc­tions in the manual. Keep hands, feet, hair,
jewelry, clothing, PFD straps, etc., away from
any exposed moving parts.

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Hot parts

During and after operation, engine parts are
hot enough to cause burns. Avoid touching
any parts under the top cowling until the en­gine has cooled.

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Electric shock

Do not touch any electrical parts while start­ing or operating the engine. They can cause
shock or electrocution.

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Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)

Attach the engine shut-off cord so that the
engine stops if the operator falls overboard or
leaves the helm. This prevents the boat from
running away under power and leaving peo­ple stranded, or running over people or ob­jects.
Always attach the engine shut-off cord to a
secure place on your clothing or your arm or
leg while operating. Do not remove it to leave
the helm while the boat is moving. Do not at­tach the cord to clothing that could tear
loose, or route the cord where it could be­come entangled, preventing it from function­ing.
Do not route the cord where it is likely to be
accidentally pulled out. If the cord is pulled
during operation, the engine will shut off and
you will lose most steering control. The boat
could slow rapidly, throwing people and ob­jects forward.

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Gasoline

Gasoline and its vapors are highly flamma­ble and explosive. Always, refuel according

to the procedure on page 25 to reduce the
risk of fire and explosion.

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Gasoline exposure and spills

Take care not to spill gasoline. If gasoline
spills, wipe it up immediately with dry rags.
Dispose of rags properly.
If any gasoline spills onto your skin, immedi­ately wash with soap and water. Change
clothing if gasoline spills on it.
If you swallow gasoline, inhale a lot of gaso­line vapor, or get gasoline in your eyes, get
immediate medical attention. Never siphon
fuel by mouth.

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Safety information

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Carbon monoxide

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.

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Modifications

Do not attempt to modify this outboard mo­tor. Modifications to your outboard motor
may reduce safety and reliability, and render
the outboard unsafe or illegal to use.

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Boating safety

This section includes a few of the many im­portant safety precautions that you should
follow when boating.

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Alcohol and drugs

Never operate after drinking alcohol or taking
drugs. Intoxication is one of the most com­mon factors contributing to boating fatalities.

EMU40281

Personal flotation devices (PFDs)

Have an approved PFD on board for every
occupant. Yamaha recommends that you
must wear a PFD whenever boating. At a mi­nimum, children and non-swimmers should
always wear PFDs, and everyone should
wear PFDs when there are potentially hazard­ous boating conditions.

EMU33732

People in the water

Always watch carefully for people in the wa­ter, such as swimmers, skiers, or divers,
whenever the engine is running. When some­one is in the water near the boat, shift into
neutral and stop the engine.
Stay away from swimming areas. Swimmers
can be hard to see.

The propeller can keep moving even when
the motor is in neutral. Stop the engine when
a person is in the water near you.

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Passengers

Consult your boat manufacturer’s instruc­tions for details about appropriate passenger
locations in your boat and be sure all passen­gers are positioned properly before acceler­ating and when operating above an idle
speed. Standing or sitting in non-designated
locations may result in being thrown either
overboard or within the boat due to waves,
wakes, or sudden changes in speed or direc­tion. Even when people are positioned prop­erly, alert your passengers if you must make
any unusual maneuver. Always avoid jump­ing waves or wakes.

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Overloading

Do not overload the boat. Consult the boat
capacity plate or boat manufacturer for maxi­mum weight and number of passengers. Be
sure that weight is properly distributed ac­cording to the boat manufacturer’s instruc­tions. Overloading or incorrect weight
distribution can compromise the boats han­dling and lead to an accident, capsizing or
swamping.

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Avoid collisions

Scan constantly for people, objects, and oth­er boats. Be alert for conditions that limit your
visibility or block your vision of others.

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Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep
a safe distance away from people, objects,
and other boats.
 Do not follow directly behind other boats or

waterskiers.

 Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that

make it hard for others to avoid you or un­derstand where you are going.

 Avoid areas with submerged objects or

shallow water.

 Ride within your limits and avoid aggres-

sive maneuvers to reduce the risk of loss of
control, ejection, and collision.

 Take early action to avoid collisions. Re-

member, boats do not have brakes, and
stopping the engine or reducing throttle
can reduce the ability to steer. If you are not
sure that you can stop in time before hitting
an obstacle, apply throttle and turn in an­other direction.

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Weather

Stay informed about the weather. Check
weather forecasts before boating. Avoid
boating in hazardous weather.

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Passenger training

Make sure at least one other passenger is
trained to operate the boat in the event of an
emergency.

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Boating safety publications

Be informed about boating safety. Additional
publications and information can be obtained
from many boating organizations.

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Laws and regulations

Know the marine laws and regulations where
you will be boating- and obey them. Several
sets of rules prevail according to geographic
location, but all are basically the same as the
International Rules of the Road.

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Identification numbers record

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Outboard motor serial number

The outboard motor serial number is
stamped on the label attached to the port
side of the clamp bracket.
Record your outboard motor serial number in
the spaces provided to assist you in ordering
spare parts from your Yamaha dealer or for
reference in case your outboard motor is sto­len.

1. Outboard motor serial number location

Each conformed outboard motor accompa­nied with EC DoC.EC DoC contains the fol­lowing information;

 Name of Engine Manufacture
 Model name
 Product code of model (Approved model

code)

 Code of conformed directives

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CE Marking

Outboard motors affixed with this “CE”mark­ing conform with the directives of;
2006/42/EC, 94/25/EC - 2003/44/EC and
2004/108/EC.

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EC Declaration of Conformity

(DoC)

This outboard motor conforms to certain por­tions of the European Parliament directive re­lating to machinery.

1. CE marking location

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General information

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1

2

3

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Read manuals and labels

Before operating or working on this outboard motor:

 Read this manual.
 Read any manuals supplied with the boat.
 Read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat.

If you need any additional information, contact your Yamaha dealer.

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Warning labels

If these labels are damaged or missing, contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements.

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General information

WARNING

WARNING

WARNING

1

2

3

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Contents of labels

The above warning labels mean as follows.

1

EWM01692

Emergency starting does not have start­in-gear protection. Ensure shift control is
in neutral before starting engine.

2

EWM01682

 Keep hands, hair, and clothing away

from rotating parts while the engine is
running.

 Do not touch or remove electrical parts

when starting or during operation.

3

EWM01672

 Read Owner’s Manuals and labels.
 Wear an approved personal flotation de-

vice (PFD).

 Attach engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to

your PFD, arm, or leg so the engine
stops if you accidentally leave the helm,
which could prevent a runaway boat.

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ZMU05696

ZMU05664

ZMU05665

ZMU05666

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Symbols

The following symbols mean as follows.

Notice/Warning

Read Owner’s Manual

Electrical hazard

Hazard caused by continuous rotation

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Specifications and requirements

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Specifications

“(AL)” stated in the specification data below
represents the numerical value for the alumi­num propeller installed.
Likewise, “(SUS)” represents the value for
stainless steel propeller installed and “(PL)”
for plastic propeller installed.

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Dimension and weight:

Overall length:

873 mm (34.4 in)

Overall width:

332 mm (13.1 in)

Overall height S:

1040 mm (40.9 in)

Overall height L:

1167 mm (45.9 in)

Motor transom height S:

440 mm (17.3 in)

Motor transom height L:

567 mm (22.3 in)

Dry weight (AL) S:

36 kg (79 lb)

Dry weight (AL) L:

38 kg (83 lb)

Performance:

Full throttle operating range:

4500–5500 r/min

Rated power:

9.9FMH 7.3 kW (9.9 HP)

Rated power:

15FMH 11.0 kW (15 HP)

Idle speed (in neutral):

700–800 r/min

Power unit:

Type:

2-stroke L2

Total displacement:

246 cm³ (15.0 c.i.)

Bore × stroke:

56.0 × 50.0 mm (2.20 × 1.97 in)

Ignition system:

CDI

Spark plug (NGK):

BR7HS-10

Spark plug gap:

0.9–1.0 mm (0.035–0.039 in)

Steering system:

Tiller handle

Starting system:

Manual starter

Starting carburetion system:

Choke valve

Alternator output:

80 W

Lower unit:

Gear shift positions:

Forward-neutral-reverse

Gear ratio:

2.08 (27/13)

Trim and tilt system:

Manual tilt

Propeller mark:

J

Fuel and oil:

Recommended fuel:

Regular unleaded gasoline

Min. research octane number (RON):

90

Fuel tank capacity:

25 L (6.61 US gal, 5.50 Imp.gal)

Recommended engine oil:

YAMALUBE 2-stroke outboard motor oil

Recommended engine oil:

TC-W3

Gasoline:oil mixing ratio:

100 :1

Lubrication system:

Pre-mixed fuel and oil

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Specifications and requirements

WARNING

WARNING

Recommended gear oil:

YAMALUBE outboard gear oil or Hypoid
gear oil

Recommended gear oil grade:

SAE 90 API GL-4

Gear oil quantity:

0.250 L (0.264 US qt, 0.220 Imp.qt)

Tightening torque:

Spark plug:

25 Nm (2.55 kgf-m, 18.4 ft-lb)

Propeller nut:

17 Nm (1.73 kgf-m, 12.5 ft-lb)

Noise and vibration level:

Operator sound pressure level (ICOMIA
39/94):

85.2 dB(A)

Sound power (ICOMIA 40/94):

92.1 dB(A)

Vibration on tiller handle (ICOMIA 38/94):

Vibration on tiller handle is under 2.5
m/s²

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Installation requirements

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Boat horsepower rating

EWM01561

Overpowering a boat can cause severe in­stability.

Before installing the outboard motor(s), con­firm that the total horsepower of your out­board motor(s) does not exceed the boats
maximum horsepower rating. See the boat’s
capacity plate or contact the manufacturer.

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Mounting outboard motor

EWM02501

 Improper mounting of the outboard mo-

tor could result in hazardous conditions
such as poor handling, loss of control,
or fire hazards.

 Because the outboard motor is very

heavy, special equipment and training is
required to mount it safely.

Your dealer or other person experienced in
proper rigging should mount the outboard
motor using correct equipment and complete
rigging instructions. For further information,
see page 18.

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Propeller selection

Next to selecting an outboard motor, select­ing the right propeller is one of the most im­portant purchasing decisions a boater can
make. The type, size, and design of your pro­peller have a direct impact on acceleration,
top speed, fuel economy, and even engine
life. Yamaha designs and manufactures pro­pellers for every Yamaha outboard motor and
every application.
Your outboard motor came with a Yamaha
propeller selected to perform well over a
range of applications, but there may be uses
where a different propeller would be more
appropriate.
Your Yamaha dealer can help you select the
right propeller for your boating needs. Select
a propeller that will allow the engine to reach
the middle or upper half of the operating
range at full throttle with the maximum boat­load. Generally, select a larger pitch propeller
for a smaller operating load and a smaller
pitch propeller for a heavier load. If you carry
loads that vary widely, select the propeller
that lets the engine run in the proper range for
your maximum load but remember that you
may need to reduce your throttle setting to
stay within the recommended engine speed
range when carrying lighter loads.
To check the propeller, see page 44.

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Specifications and requirements

NOTICE

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x

123

1. Propeller diameter in inches

2. Propeller pitch in inches

3. Type of propeller (propeller mark)

EMU39192

Start-in-gear protection

Yamaha outboard motors are equipped with
start-in-gear protection device. This feature
permits the engine to be started only when it
is in neutral. Always select neutral before
starting the engine.

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Engine oil requirements

Recommended engine oil:

YAMALUBE 2-stroke outboard motor
oil

If the recommended engine oil is not avail­able, another 2-stroke engine oil with an
NMMA-certified TC-W3 rating may be used.

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Gasoline

Use a good quality gasoline that meets the
minimum octane rating. If knocking or ping­ing occurs, use a different brand of gasoline
or premium unleaded fuel.

Fuel requirements

Recommended fuel:

Regular unleaded gasoline

Min. research octane number (RON):

90

ECM01982

 Do not use leaded gasoline. Leaded

gasoline can seriously damage the en­gine.

 Avoid getting water and contaminants in

the fuel tank. Contaminated fuel can
cause poor performance or engine dam­age. Use only fresh gasoline that has
been stored in clean containers.

Gasohol

There are two types of gasohol: gasohol con­taining ethanol (E10) and that containing
methanol. Ethanol can be used if the ethanol
content does not exceed 10% and the fuel
meets the minimum octane ratings. E85 is a
fuel containing 85% ethanol and must not be
used in your outboard motor. All ethanol
blends containing more than 10% ethanol
can cause fuel system damage or cause en­gine starting and running problems. Yamaha
does not recommend gasohol containing
methanol because it can cause fuel system
damage or engine performance problems.
It is recommended that you install a water­separating marine fuel filter assembly (10 mi­cron minimum) between your boat’s fuel tank
and outboard motor when using ethanol. Eth­anol is known to allow moisture to be ab­sorbed into boat fuel tanks and systems.
Moisture in the fuel can cause corrosion of
metallic fuel system components, starting
and running complaints and require addition­al fuel system maintenance.

EMU36331

Anti-fouling paint

A clean hull improves boat performance. The
boat bottom should be kept as clean of mari­ne growth as possible. If necessary, the boat

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Specifications and requirements

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.

EMU40302

Outboard motor disposal re-

quirements

Never illegally discard (dump) the outboard
motor. Yamaha recommends consulting the
dealer about discarding the outboard motor.

EMU36353

Emergency equipment

Keep the following items onboard in case
there is trouble with the outboard motor.
 A tool kit with assorted screwdrivers, pliers,

wrenches (including metric sizes), and
electrical tape.

 Waterproof flashlight with extra batteries.
 An extra engine shut-off cord (lanyard) with

clip.

 Spare parts, such as an extra set of spark

plugs.

Consult your Yamaha dealer for details.

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Components

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WARNING

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Components diagram

* May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models
(order from dealer).

1. Top cowling

2. Cowling lock lever

3. Cooling water pilot hole

4. Tilt lock lever

5. Manual starter handle

6. Gear shift lever

7. Engine stop button/Engine shut-off switch

8. Tiller handle

9. Throttle friction adjuster

10.Clamp screw

11.2-pin connector*

12.Choke knob

13.Restraint cable attachment

14.Clamp bracket

15.Trim rod

16.Anti-cavitation plate

17.Cooling water inlet

18.Propeller

19.Fuel tank

EMU25804

Fuel tank

If your model was equipped with a portable
fuel tank, its function is as follows.

EWM00021

The fuel tank supplied with this engine is
its dedicated fuel reservoir and must not
be used as a fuel storage container. Com-

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Components

mercial users should conform to relevant
licensing or approval authority regula­tions.

1. Fuel joint

2. Fuel gauge

3. Fuel tank cap

4. Air vent screw

EMU25831

Fuel joint

This joint is used to connect the fuel line.

EMU25842

Fuel gauge

This gauge is located on either the fuel tank
cap or on the fuel joint base. It shows the ap­proximate amount of fuel remaining in the
tank.

EMU25851

Fuel tank cap

This cap seals the fuel tank. When removed,
the tank can be filled with fuel. To remove the
cap, turn it counterclockwise.

EMU25861

Air vent screw

This screw is on the fuel tank cap. To loosen
the screw, turn it counterclockwise.

EMU25914

Tiller handle

To change direction, move the tiller handle to
the left or right as necessary.

EMU25925

Gear shift lever

Move the gear shift lever forward to engage
the forward gear or rearward to engage the
reverse gear.

1. Forward “ ”

2. Neutral “ ”

3. Reverse “ ”

EMU25943

Throttle grip

The throttle grip is on the tiller handle. Turn
the grip counterclockwise to increase speed
and clockwise to decrease speed.

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Components

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Throttle indicator

The fuel consumption curve on the throttle in­dicator shows the relative amount of fuel con­sumed for each throttle position. Choose the
setting that offers the best performance and
fuel economy for the desired operation.

1. Throttle indicator

EMU25977

Throttle friction adjuster

A friction device provides adjustable resis­tance to movement of the throttle grip or the
remote control lever, and can be set accord­ing to operator preference.
To increase resistance, turn the adjuster
clockwise. To decrease resistance, turn the
adjuster counterclockwise. WARNING! Do

not overtighten the friction adjuster. If
there is too much resistance, it could be
difficult to move the remote control lever
or throttle grip, which could result in an
accident.

[EWM00033]

When constant speed is desired, tighten the
adjuster to maintain the desired throttle set­ting.

EMU25996

Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) and clip

The clip must be attached to the engine shut­off switch for the engine to run. The cord
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
cord will pull out the clip, stopping ignition to
the engine. This will prevent the boat from
running away under power. WARNING! At-

tach the engine shut-off cord to a secure
place on your clothing, or your arm or leg
while operating. Do not attach the cord to
clothing that could tear loose. Do not rou­te the cord where it could become entan­gled, preventing it from functioning. Avoid
accidentally pulling the cord 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.

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