Yamaha F15A, F9.9C, FT9.9D User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

F9.9C
FT9.9D
F15A

66M-28199-7C-E0

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Read this owner’s manual carefully before operating or working on your

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

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To the owner

Thank you for choosing 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.

The Safety Alert Symbol means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

EWM00780

WARNING

Failure to follow WARNING instructions
could result in severe injury or death
the machine operator, a bystander, or a
person inspecting or repairing the out­board motor.

ECM00700

CAUTION:

A CAUTION indicates special precautions
that must be taken to avoid damage to the
outboard motor.

to

al, 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.

NOTE:

The F9.9CE, F9.9CMH, FT9.9DE,
FT9.9DMH, F15AMH 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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NOTE:

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

Yamaha continually seeks advancements in
product design and quality. Therefore, while
this manual contains the most current 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 manu-

F9.9C, FT9.9D, F15A

OWNER’S MANUAL

©2007 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

1st Edition, April 2007

All rights reserved.

Any reprinting or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.

Printed in Japan

Table of contents

General information .......................... 1

Identification numbers record.......... 1

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

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

EC label........................................... 1

Emission control information ........... 2

SAV models ......................................2

Read manuals and labels................ 3

Warning labels ..................................3

Safety information............................. 6

Safety information ........................... 6

Rotating parts.................................... 6

Hot parts ........................................... 6

Electric shock.................................... 6

Engine shut-off cord.......................... 6

Gasoline............................................ 6

Gasoline exposure and spills ............ 6

Carbon monoxide.............................. 6

Modifications ..................................... 6

Boating safety ................................. 7

Alcohol and drugs .............................7

Personal flotation devices ................. 7

People in the water ...........................7

Passengers ....................................... 7

Overloading....................................... 7

Avoid collisions ................................. 7

Weather ............................................ 8

Passenger training ............................ 8

Boating safety publications ...............8

Laws and regulations ........................ 8

Basic requirements........................... 9

Fueling instructions ......................... 9

Gasoline............................................ 9

Engine oil ..........................................9

Installation requirements ............... 10

Boat horsepower rating................... 10

Mounting motor ............................... 10

Battery requirement ........................ 10

Propeller selection .......................... 11

Start-in-gear protection ................. 11

Basic components ..........................12

Main components.......................... 12

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

Fuel joint ......................................... 14

Fuel gauge ......................................14

Fuel tank cap................................... 14

Air vent screw.................................. 14

Remote control................................ 14

Remote control lever ....................... 14

Neutral interlock trigger ................... 15

Neutral throttle lever........................ 15

Choke switch................................... 15

Tiller handle..................................... 15

Gear shift lever................................ 16

Throttle grip ..................................... 16

Throttle indicator .............................16

Throttle friction adjuster................... 17

Engine shut-off switch ..................... 17

Engine stop button ..........................18

Choke knob for pull type .................18

Manual starter handle .....................18

Starter button ..................................18

Main switch .....................................19

Steering friction adjuster .................19

Steering friction adjuster .................20

Trim rod (tilt pin) .............................. 20

Tilt lock mechanism......................... 20

Tilt support bar ................................20

Top cowling lock lever(s) (turn

type) .............................................. 21

Flushing device ...............................21

Warning indicator ............................21

Warning system ............................ 21

Low oil pressure warning ................22

Operation ......................................... 23

Installation..................................... 23

Mounting the outboard motor .......... 23

Clamping the outboard motor.......... 24

Breaking in engine ........................ 25

Procedure for 4-stroke models........ 25

Pre-operation checks.................... 26

Fuel .................................................26

Controls........................................... 26

Stop switches .................................. 26

Engine ............................................. 26

Checking the engine oil level ..........26

Filling fuel...................................... 27

Operating engine .......................... 27

Feeding fuel (portable tank) ............27

Table of contents

Starting engine................................ 28

Warming up engine ....................... 32

Manual start and electric start

models .......................................... 32

Shifting .......................................... 32

Stopping boat ................................ 34

Stopping engine ............................ 34

Procedure ....................................... 34

Trimming outboard motor.............. 35

Adjusting trim angle for manual tilt

models .......................................... 35

Adjusting boat trim ..........................36

Tilting up and down ....................... 37

Procedure for tilting up (manual tilt

models) ......................................... 37

Procedure for tilting down (manual

tilt models) .................................... 38

Cruising in shallow water .............. 38

Cruising in shallow water (manual

tilt models) .................................... 39

Cruising in other conditions........... 40

Maintenance..................................... 41

Specifications ................................ 41

Transporting and storing outboard

motor ........................................... 43

Clamp screw mounting models....... 43

Storing outboard motor ...................44

Procedure ....................................... 44

Lubrication ...................................... 45

Battery care..................................... 46

Flushing power unit......................... 46

Cleaning the outboard motor .......... 47

Checking painted surface of

motor............................................. 47

Periodic maintenance.................... 48

Replacement parts.......................... 48

Severe operating conditions ........... 48

Maintenance chart 1 ....................... 49

Maintenance chart 2 ....................... 51

Greasing ......................................... 52

Cleaning and adjusting spark

plug ............................................... 54

Checking fuel system...................... 54

Inspecting fuel filter ......................... 55

Cleaning fuel filter ...........................55

Inspecting idling speed.................... 56

Changing engine oil ........................56

Checking wiring and connectors .....58

Exhaust leakage.............................. 58

Water leakage ................................. 58

Engine oil leakage........................... 58

Checking propeller ..........................59

Removing propeller ......................... 59

Installing propeller ........................... 60

Changing gear oil ............................ 61

Cleaning fuel tank ...........................62

Inspecting and replacing

anode(s)........................................63

Checking battery (for electric start

models) ......................................... 63

Connecting the battery .................... 64

Disconnecting the battery................ 65

Checking top cowling ......................65

Coating the boat bottom.................. 65

Trouble Recovery............................ 66

Troubleshooting ............................ 66

Temporary action in emergency ... 69

Impact damage ...............................69

Replacing fuse ................................69

Starter will not operate ....................70

Emergency starting engine .............70

Treatment of submerged motor .... 72

Procedure........................................ 72

General information

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Identification numbers record

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Outboard motor serial number

The outboard motor serial number is
stamped on the label attached to the port
side of the clamp bracket.
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

1. Key number

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EC label

Engines affixed with this label conform to
certain portions of the European Parliament
directive relating to machinery. Refer to the
label and the EC Declaration of Conformity
for more details.

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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.

1

ZMU02342

ZMU01696

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Emission control information

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SAV models

Engines affixed with the label pictured below
conform to SAV (the Swiss exhaust emission
regulations for Swiss inshore waters).

Approval label of emission control certif­icate

General information

Fuel requirement label

1

1. Fuel requirement label location

ZMU04875

ZMU04494

ZMU05253

YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD.

Motorfamilie

Abgastypenpruf­Nummer

ZMU04492

2

General information

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Read manuals and labels

Before operating or working on this 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.

1

2

3

3

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3

General information

1

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Contents of labels

The above warning labels mean as follows.

1

EWM01690

WARNING

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

2

EWM01680

WARNING

●

Keep hands, hair, and clothing away
from rotating parts while the engine is
running.

●

Do not touch or remove electrical parts
when starting or during operation.

2

3

ZMU05706

3

EWM01670

WARNING

●

Read Owner’s Manuals and labels.

●

Wear an approved personal flotation
device (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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Symbols

The following symbols mean as follows.

Caution/Warning

4

General information

ZMU05696

Read Operator’s Manual

ZMU05664

Hazard caused by continuous rotation

ZMU05665

Electrical hazard

ZMU05666

Remote control lever/gear shift lever operat­ing direction, dual direction

ZMU05667

Engine start/ Engine cranking

ZMU05668

5

Safety information

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Safety information

Observe these precautions at all times.

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Rotating parts

Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, 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 cowling
with the engine running.
Only operate the engine with the 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

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 be-

come 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 27 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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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.

6

Safety information

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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.

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Personal flotation devices

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

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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 shut off the motor.
Stay away from swimming areas. Swimmers
can be hard to see.
The propeller can keep moving even when
the motor is in neutral. Shut off 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 manufacturers 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

other boats. Be alert for conditions that limit
your visibility or block your vision of others.

Operate defensively

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

●

Take early action

member,
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.

for people, objects, and

at safe speeds and

to avoid collisions. Re-

boats do not have brakes

, and

7

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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.

Safety information

8

Basic requirements

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Fueling instructions

EWM00010

WARNING

GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH­LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE!

●

Do not smoke when refueling, and keep
away from sparks, flames, or other
sources of ignition.

●

Stop engine before refueling.

●

Refuel in a well-ventilated area. Refuel
portable fuel tanks off the boat.

●

Take care not to spill gasoline. If gaso­line spills, wipe it up immediately with
dry rags.

●

Do not overfill the fuel tank.

●

Tighten the filler cap securely after re­fueling.

●

If you should swallow some gasoline,
inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get
gasoline in your eyes, get immediate
medical attention.

●

If any gasoline spills onto your skin, im­mediately wash with soap and water.
Change clothing if gasoline spills on it.

●

Touch the fuel nozzle to the filler open­ing or funnel to help prevent electro­static sparks.

ECM00010

CAUTION:

Use only new clean gasoline which has
been stored in clean containers and is not
contaminated with water or foreign mat­ter.

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Gasoline

Recommended gasoline:

Regular unleaded gasoline with a min­imum octane rating of 90 (Research
Octane Number).

If knocking or pinging occurs, use a different
brand of gasoline or premium unleaded fuel.

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Engine oil

Recommended engine oil:

4-stroke motor oil with a combination
of the following SAE and API oil classi­fications

Engine oil type SAE:

10W-30 or 10W-40

Engine oil grade API:

SE, SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL

Engine oil quantity (excluding oil filter):

1.0 L (1.06 US qt) (0.88 Imp.qt)

NOTE:

If the recommended engine oil grades are
not available, select an alternative from the
following chart according to the average
temperatures in your area.

9

ECM01050

CAUTION:

All 4-stroke engines are shipped from the
factory without engine oil.

Basic requirements

instability.

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Mounting motor

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

23.

EWM01570

WARNING

●

Improper mounting of the outboard mo­tor could result in hazardous condi­tions such as poor handling, loss of
control, or fire hazards.

●

Because the motor is very heavy, spe­cial equipment and training is required
to mount it safely.

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Battery requirement

ECM01061

CAUTION:

Do not use a battery that does not meet
the specified capacity. If a battery that
does not meet specifications is used, the
electric system could perform poorly or
be overloaded, causing electric system
damage.

ZMU01710

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Installation requirements

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Boat horsepower rating

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

EWM01560

WARNING

Overpowering a boat can cause severe

For electric start models, choose a battery
which meets the following specifications.

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Battery specifications

Minimum cold cranking amps (CCA/EN):

F9.9CE 347.0 A
FT9.9DE 347.0 A

Minimum rated capacity (20HR/IEC):

F9.9CE 40.0 Ah
FT9.9DE 40.0 Ah

The engine cannot be started if battery volt­age is too low.

10

Basic requirements

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Propeller selection

Next to selecting an outboard, choosing 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 chosen 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, chose 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, chose 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.
For instructions on propeller removal and in­stallation, see page 59.

x

-

123

ZMU04605

1. Propeller diameter in inches

2. Propeller pitch in inches

3. Type of propeller (propeller mark)

x

-

123

ZMU04604

1. Propeller diameter in inches

2. Propeller pitch in inches

3. Type of propeller (propeller mark)

EMU25770

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 in neutral. Always select neutral
before starting the engine.

11

Basic components

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Main components

NOTE:

* May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all mod­els.

F9.9C, F15A

10

11

12

14

13

1

9
8
7

6

5

1. Top cowling

2. Top cowling lock lever(s)

3. Drain screw

4. Anti-cavitation plate

5. Propeller

6. Cooling water inlet

7. Trim rod*

8. Clamp bracket

9. Steering friction adjuster

10. Manual starter handle*

11. Choke knob

12. Warning indicator(s)

13. Gear shift lever*

14. Tiller handle*

19

18

2

17

16

20

3

21

4

15. Engine stop button/Engine shut-off switch*

16. Transom clamp handle

17. Rope attachment

18. Tilt lock lever*

19. Flushing device*

20. Remote control box (side mount type)*

21. Fuel tank

22. Clip

15

22

ZMU04892

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Basic components

FT9.9D

10

1

9

8

2

7

3

6

4
5

1. Top cowling

2. Top cowling lock lever(s)

3. Drain screw

4. Anti-cavitation plate

5. Propeller

6. Cooling water inlet

7. Trim rod*

8. Steering friction adjuster

9. Clamp bracket

10. Tiller handle*

11. Choke knob

12. Manual starter handle*

13. Warning indicator

14. Throttle friction adjuster*

15. Engine stop button/Engine shut-off switch*

16. Transom clamp handle

17. Rope attachment

18. Tilt lock lever*

19. Flushing device

20. Remote control box (side mount type)*

21. Fuel tank

11

12

13

19

18

17

22

16

15

14

20 21

ZMU04891

22. Clip

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Fuel tank

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

EWM00020

WARNING

The fuel tank supplied with this engine is
its dedicated fuel reservoir and must not
be used as a fuel storage container. Com­mercial users should conform to relevant
licensing or approval authority regula­tions.

13

Basic components

1. Air vent screw

2. Fuel gauge

3. Fuel joint

4. Fuel tank cap

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4

3

1

2

ZMU01992

Fuel joint

This joint is used to connect the fuel line.

EMU25841

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.

EMU25850

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.

EMU25860

Air vent screw

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

EMU26180

Remote control

The remote control lever actuates both the
shifter and the throttle. The electrical switch­es are mounted on the remote control box.

1. Remote control lever

2. Neutral interlock trigger

3. Neutral throttle lever

4. Main switch / choke switch

5. Engine shut-off switch

6. Throttle friction adjuster

EMU26190

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 continue 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

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Basic components

7. Fully open

EMU26201

Neutral interlock trigger

To shift out of neutral, first pull the neutral in­terlock trigger up.

1. Neutral interlock trigger

EMU26211

Neutral throttle lever

To open the throttle without shifting into ei­ther forward or reverse, put the remote con­trol lever in the neutral position 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.

2. Fully closed

EMU26221

Choke switch

To activate the choke system, press in the
main switch while the key is turned to the
“” (on) or “” (start) position. The
choke system will then supply the rich fuel
mixture required to start the engine. When
the key is released, the choke will switch off
automatically.

ZMU03160

EMU25911

Tiller handle

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

1. Fully open

15

ZMU01997

Basic components

ZMU04879

EMU25922

Gear shift lever

Pulling the gear shift lever towards you puts
the engine in forward gear so that the boat
moves ahead. Pushing the lever away from
you puts the engine in reverse gear so that
the boat moves astern.

R

N

3

2

2

F

1

R

3

N

2

F

1

ZMU04878

1. Forward “”

2. Neutral “”

3. Reverse “”

EMU25941

Throttle grip

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

1. Forward “”

2. Neutral “”

3. Reverse “”

ZMU01998

ZMU01999

EMU25961

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.

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Basic components

1

ZMU02000

1. Throttle indicator

EMU25971

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.

EWM00031

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.

ZMU02001

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

EMU25991

Engine shut-off switch

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.

EWM00121

WARNING

●

Attach 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 dur-

●

ing 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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NOTE:

The engine cannot be started with the clip re-

Basic components

moved.

1. Cord

2. Clip

EMU26011

Choke knob for pull type

To supply the engine with the rich fuel mix­ture required to start, pull out this knob.

2

1

ZMU02003

ZMU02355

EMU26070

Manual starter handle

To start the engine, first gently pull the han­dle out until resistance is felt. From that posi­tion, then pull the handle straight out quickly
to crank the engine.

1. Cord

2. Clip

EMU26001

Engine stop button

To open the ignition circuit and stop the en­gine, push this button.

ZMU02083

ZMU02005

EMU26080

Starter button

To start the engine with the electric starter,
push the starter button.

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Basic components

ZMU04880

EMU26090

Main switch

The main switch controls the ignition system;
its operation is described below.

●

“”

(off)

With the main switch in the “” (off) posi-
tion, the electrical circuits are off, and the key
can be removed.

●

“”

(on)

With the main switch in the “” (on) posi-
tion, the electrical circuits are on, and the key
cannot be removed.

●

“”
With the main switch in the “” (start) po-
sition, the starter motor turns to start the en­gine. When the key is released, it returns
automatically to the “” (on) position.

(start)

set according to operator preference. An ad­juster lever is located on the bottom of the
tiller handle bracket.
To increase resistance, turn the lever to the
port side “A”.
To decrease resistance, turn the lever to the
starboard side “B”.

EWM00040

WARNING

Do not overtighten the friction adjuster. If
there is too much resistance, it could be
difficult to steer, which could result in an
accident.

A

B

If the resistance does not increase even
when the lever is turned to the port side “A”,
make sure that the nut is tightened to the
specified torque.

ZMU02340

EMU31432

Steering friction adjuster

A friction device provides adjustable resis­tance to the steering mechanism, and can be

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1. Nut