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
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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.
EWM00781
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
ECM00701
NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates special precautions
that must be taken to avoid damage to the
outboard motor or other property.
IP:
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 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.
IP:
The F4BMH, F5AMH, F6CMH 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.
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 wa-
ter near you.
● Keep people out of reach of the propeller,
even when the engine is off.
EMU33630
Rotating parts
Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, PFD
straps, etc. can become entangled with 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.
EMU33640
Hot parts
During and after operation, engine parts are
hot enough to cause burns. Avoid touching
any parts under the top cowling until the engine has cooled.
EMU33650
Electric shock
Do not touch any electrical parts while starting
or operating the engine. They can cause
shock or electrocution.
EMU33671
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.
EMU33810
Gasoline
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive. Always, refuel accord-
ing to the procedure on page 28 to reduce the
risk of fire and explosion.
EMU33820
Gasoline exposure and spills
Take care not to spill gasoline. If gasoline
spills, wipe it up immediately with dry rags.
Dispose of rags properly.
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.
EMU33900
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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Safety information
EMU33780
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.
EMU33740
Boating safety
This section includes a few of the many important safety precautions that you should follow when boating.
EMU33710
Alcohol and drugs
Never operate after drinking alcohol or taking
drugs. Intoxication is one of the most common
factors contributing to boating fatalities.
EMU33720
Personal flotation devices
Have an approved personal flotation device
(PFD) on board for every occupant. Yamaha
recommends that you must wear a PFD
whenever boating. At a minimum, children
and non-swimmers should always wear
PFDs, and everyone should wear PFDs when
there are potentially hazardous boating conditions.
EMU33731
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.
EMU33751
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.
EMU33760
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.
EMU33772
Avoid collisions
Scan constantly for people, objects, and other
boats. Be alert for conditions that limit your
visibility or block your vision of others.
ZMU06025
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.
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Safety information
● 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 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.
EMU33790
Weather
Stay informed about the weather. Check
weather forecasts before boating. Avoid boating in hazardous weather.
EMU33880
Passenger training
Make sure at least one other passenger is
trained to operate the boat in the event of an
emergency.
EMU33890
Boating safety publications
Be informed about boating safety. Additional
publications and information can be obtained
from many boating organizations.
EMU33600
Laws and regulations
Know the marine laws and regulations where
you will be boating- and obey them. Several
sets of rules prevail according to geographic
location, but all are basically the same as the
International Rules of the Road.
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General information
EMU25171
Identification numbers record
EMU25183
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.
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ZMU06705
1. Outboard motor serial number location
● Name of Engine Manufacture
● Model name
● Product code of model (Approved model
code)
● Code of conformed directives
EMU25203
CE Marking
Outboard motors affixed with this “CE”mark-
ing conform with the directives of; 98/37/EC,
94/25/EC - 2003/44/EC and 2004/108/EC.
1
ZMU06712
1. CE marking location
EMU37290
EC Declaration of Conformity
(DoC)
This outboard motor conforms to certain portions of the European Parliament directive relating to machinery.
Each conformed outboard motor accompanied with EC DoC.EC DoC contains the following information;
ZMU06304
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General information
EMU33522
Read manuals and labels
Before operating or working on this outboard motor:
● Read this manual.
● Read any manuals supplied with the boat.
● Read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat.
If you need any additional information, contact your Yamaha dealer.
EMU33832
Warning labels
If these labels are damaged or missing, contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements.
F4B, F5A, F6C
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1
2
3
ZMU06795
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General information
1
3
EMU35281
Contents of labels
The above warning labels mean as follows.
1
EWM01691
WARNING
Emergency starting does not have startin-gear protection. Ensure shift control is
in neutral before starting engine.
2
EWM01681
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
4
ZMU05920
3
EWM01671
WARNING
● 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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General information
4
EWM01701
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. Shut off engine before refueling.
Tighten tank cap and air vent screw when
not in use.
EMU35132
Symbols
The following symbols mean as follows.
Notice/Warning
ZMU05696
Read Owner’s Manual
Hazard caused by continuous rotation
ZMU05665
Electrical hazard
ZMU05666
ZMU05664
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Specifications and requirements
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Specifications
IP:
“(AL)” stated in the specification data below
represents the numerical value for the aluminum propeller installed.
IP:
“*” means, select the engine oil referring to the
chart of engine oil paragraph. For further information, see page 10.
Operator sound pressure level (ICOMIA
39/94 and 40/94):
77.5 dB(A)
Vibration on tiller handle (ICOMIA 38/94):
5.5 m/s²
EMU33554
Installation requirements
EMU33564
Boat horsepower rating
EWM01560
WARNING
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.
EMU40170
Mounting the outboard motor
EWM02430
WARNING
Improper mounting of the outboard motor
could result in hazardous conditions,
such as poor handling, loss of control, or
fire hazards. If you are not able to mount
the outboard motor properly, consult a
Yamaha dealer.
To lift and mount the outboard motor, two
people are necessary. For further information,
see page 20.
EMU40050
Battery requirements
When installing a battery, the lighting coil kit
must be installed. For installation of the battery and lighting coil kit, consult a Yamaha
dealer.
EMU34194
Propeller selection
Next to selecting an outboard motor, selecting
the right propeller is one of the most important
purchasing decisions a boater can make. The
type, size, and design of your propeller have
a direct impact on acceleration, top speed,
fuel economy, and even engine life. Yamaha
designs and manufactures propellers for 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
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Specifications and requirements
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 56.
x
-
123
ZMU06853
1. Propeller diameter in inches
2. Propeller pitch in inches
3. Type of propeller (propeller mark)
EMU39190
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.
EMU39691
Engine oil requirements
Select an oil grade according to the average
temperatures in the area where the outboard
motor will be used.
Recommended engine oil:
4-stroke outboard motor oil
Recommended engine oil group 1*:
SAE 10W-30/10W-40/5W-30
API SE/SF/SG/SH/SJ/SL
Recommended engine oil group 2*:
SAE 15W-40/20W-40/20W-50
API SH/SJ/SL
Engine oil quantity:
0.6 L (0.63 US qt, 0.53 Imp.qt)
If oil grades in recommended engine oil group
1 are not available, select an alternative oil
grade from recommended engine oil group 2.
Recommended engine oil group 1
ZMU06854
Recommended engine oil group 2
ZMU06855
EMU36360
Fuel requirements
EMU40200
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.
Recommended fuel:
Regular gasoline
Min. research octane:
90
ECM01981
NOTICE
● Do not use leaded gasoline. Leaded gas-
oline can seriously damage the engine.
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Specifications and requirements
● 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.
EMU36330
Anti-fouling paint
A clean hull improves boat performance. The
boat bottom should be kept as clean of marine
growth as possible. If necessary, the boat 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.
EMU36341
Motor disposal requirements
Never illegally discard (dump) the motor.
Yamaha recommends consulting the dealer
about discarding the motor.
EMU36352
Emergency equipment
Keep the following items onboard in case
there is trouble with the outboard motor.
● A tool kit with assorted screwdrivers, pliers,
wrenches (including metric sizes), and
electrical tape.
● Waterproof flashlight with extra batteries.
● An extra engine shut-off cord (lanyard) with
clip.
● Spare parts, such as an extra set of spark
plugs.
Consult your Yamaha dealer for details.
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Components
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Components diagram
IP:
* May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models
(order from dealer).
F4B, F5A, F6C
1
9
8
7
6
5
1. Top cowling
2. Cowling lock lever
3. Carrying handle
4. Anti-cavitation plate
5. Propeller*
6. Cooling water inlet
7. Trim rod
8. Clamp bracket
9. Steering friction adjuster
10.Fuel tank cap
11.Air vent screw
12.Manual starter handle
13.Throttle friction adjuster
14.Tiller handle
15.Throttle grip
2016
2
3
10
11
21
1918
17
12
13
4
25
14
15
24
23
16.Fuel joint
17.Fuel joint cap
18.Fuel cock
19.Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
20.Engine stop button
21.Choke knob
22.Clamp screw
23.Restraint cable attachment
24.Tilt support bar
25.Gear shift lever
EMU39542
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Fuel tank (built-in fuel tank)
This outboard motor is equipped with a builtin fuel tank and its parts are as follows.
ZMU06715
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Components
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.
Air vent screw
This screw is on the fuel tank cap. To loosen
the screw, turn it counterclockwise.
1
2
3
ZMU06717
1. Air vent screw
2. Fuel tank cap
3. Built-in fuel tank
EMU39353
Fuel tank (portable fuel tank)
This model can be equipped with an optional
portable fuel tank. The parts of the fuel tank
are as follows.
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.
Air vent screw
This screw is on the fuel tank cap. To loosen
the screw, turn it counterclockwise.
Fuel joint
This joint is used to connect the fuel line.
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.
1. Air vent screw
2. Fuel gauge
3. Fuel joint
4. Fuel tank cap
EWM02380
4
3
1
2
ZMU01992
WARNING
Do not use the portable fuel tank as a fuel
storage container. Commercial users
should conform to relevant licensing or
approval authority regulations.
EMU40090
Fuel cock
The fuel cock turns on and off the supply of
fuel from the fuel tank to the engine.
The fuel cock has 3 positions: the closed position, built-in fuel tank position, and portable
fuel tank position. Depending on how the outboard motor will be used, align the fuel cock
with the appropriate position indicated on the
label that is affixed to the outboard motor.
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3
1
ZMU06880
1. Fuel cock
2. Closed position
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Components
3. Built-in fuel tank position
4. Portable fuel tank position
EMU39210
Close
To stop the fuel flow from the fuel tank to the
carburetor, align the fuel cock with the closed
position.
When the engine is not running, always align
the fuel cock with the closed position.
2
1
ZMU06883
1. Fuel cock
2. Closed position
EMU39222
Open
To send fuel from the fuel tank to the carburetor, align the fuel cock with the position for the
built-in fuel tank or portable fuel tank according to which fuel tank is being used.
When using the built-in fuel tank, align the fuel
cock with the built-in fuel tank position.
When using a portable fuel tank, align the fuel
cock with the portable fuel tank position.
3
2
1. Fuel cock
1
ZMU06882
2. Built-in fuel tank position
3. Portable fuel tank position
EMU25912
Tiller handle
To change direction, move the tiller handle to
the left or right as necessary.
1
ZMU06721
1. Tiller handle
EMU25923
Gear shift lever
Move the gear shift lever forward to engage
the forward gear or rearward to engage the
reverse gear.
2
3
1. Forward position
2. Neutral position
3. Reverse position
EMU39700
Throttle grip
The throttle grip is on the tiller handle. Turn
the grip “A” to increase speed and “B” to de-
crease speed.
1
ZMU06864
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Components
1
B
A
ZMU06723
1. Throttle grip
EMU39711
Throttle indicator
The throttle indicator shows the throttle position. When the 100% position of the throttle indicator is aligned with the notch in the tiller
handle, the throttle is fully open. When the 0%
position of the throttle indicator is aligned with
the notch in the tiller handle, the throttle is fully
closed.
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3
0 % 100
44
1. Fully open
2. Fully closed
3. Throttle indicator
4. Notch
The engine start mark “” on the throttle indi-
cator shows the throttle position for starting
the engine.
3
ZMU06877
12
ZMU06808
1. Start mark “”
2. Notch
EMU39242
Throttle friction adjuster
The throttle friction adjuster provides adjustable resistance when the throttle grip is
turned, and can be set according to operator
preference.
To increase resistance, turn the throttle friction adjuster clockwise.
To decrease resistance, turn the throttle friction adjuster counterclockwise. When constant speed is desired, tighten the throttle
friction adjuster to maintain the desired throttle setting. WARNING! Do not overtighten
the throttle friction adjuster. If there is too
much resistance, it could be difficult to
turn the throttle grip, which could result in
an accident.
[EWM02261]
1
15
ZMU06724
1. Throttle friction adjuster
EMU25994
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.
[EWM00122]
1
2
3
1. Engine shut-off switch
2. Cord
3. Clip
EMU26002
Engine stop button
The engine stop button stops the engine
when the button is pushed.
ZMU06725
Components
1
ZMU06726
1. Engine stop button
EMU26012
Choke knob for pull type
To supply the engine with the rich fuel mixture
required to start, pull out this knob.
1
ZMU06784
1. Choke knob
EMU39722
Fuel joint cap
The fuel joint is equipped with the fuel joint
cap. WARNING! When not using a portable
fuel tank, make sure to install the fuel joint
cap. Otherwise, injury could result from
striking the fuel joint accidentally.
[EWM02411]
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Components
1
ZMU06868
1. Fuel joint cap
EMU26073
Manual starter handle
The manual starter handle is used to crank
and start the engine.
1
ZMU06728
1. Manual starter handle
EMU39252
Steering friction adjuster
EWM02270
WARNING
Do not overtighten the steering friction adjuster. If there is too much resistance, it
could be difficult to steer, which could result in an accident.
The steering friction adjuster provides adjustable resistance to the steering mechanism,
and can be set according to operator preference. The steering friction adjuster is located
on the port side of the outboard motor.
1
1. Steering friction adjuster
ZMU06729
To increase resistance, turn the steering friction adjuster clockwise.
To decrease resistance, turn the steering friction adjuster counterclockwise.
EMU40100
Trim rod (tilt pin)
The trim rod (tilt pin) is used to adjust the trim
angle of the outboard motor in relation to the
angle of the boat transom.
1
1. Trim rod
EMU39362
ZMU06843
Tilt lock mechanism
The tilt lock mechanism is used to prevent the
outboard motor from lifting out of the water
when the gear shift lever is in the reverse position.
When the gear shift lever is moved to the reverse position, the tilt lock mechanism operates to prevent the outboard motor from being
tilted up.
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