Yamaha SX200B, SX150B User Manual

SX150B

SX200B

OWNER’S MANUAL

U.S.A.Edition

LIT-18626-04-99

Thank you for choosing a Yamaha out-

board motor. This Owner’s manual con-

tains information needed for proper oper-

ation, maintenance and care. A thorough

understanding of these simple instruc-

tions will help you obtain maximum

enjoyment from your new Yamaha. If you

have any question about the operation or

maintenance of your outboard motor,

please consult a Yamaha dealer.

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!

Failure to follow WARNING instructions

could result in severe injury or death to

the machine operator, a bystander, or a

person inspecting or repairing the out-

board motor.

A CAUTION indicates special precautions

that must be taken to avoid damage to

the outboard motor.

NOTE:

A NOTE provides key information to make

procedures easier or clearer.

* Yamaha continually seeks advance-

ments in product design and quality.

Therefore, while this manual contains

the most current product information

available at the time of printing, there

may be minor discrepancies between

your machine and this manual. If there

is any question concerning this manual,

please consult your Yamaha dealer.

NOTE:

The SX150TR, SX200TR and their stan-

dard 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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TO THE OWNER

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SX150B/SX200B

OWNER'S MANUAL

1st Edition, March 2002

Any reprinting or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

is expressly prohibited.

Printed in Japan

P/N LIT-18626-04-99

GENERAL INFORMATION

BASIC COMPONENTS

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLE RECOVERY

INDEX

READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR.

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Chapter 1

GENERAL

INFORMATION

IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS RECORD ..1-1

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

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

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION...1-2

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

RECORD

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OUTBOARD MOTOR SERIAL NUMBER

The outboard motor serial number is

stamped on the label attached to the port

side of the clamp-bracket.

Record your outboard motor serial num-

ber in the spaces provided to assist you in

ordering spare parts from your Yamaha

dealer or for reference in case your out-

board motor is stolen.

1 Outboard motor serial number

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KEY NUMBER

If a main key switch is equipped with the

motor, the key identification number is

stamped on your key as shown in the

illustration. Record this number in the

space provided for reference in case you

need a new key.

1 Key number

401012

904011*

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YAMAHA

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

MADE IN JAPAN

PAYS D'ORIGINE JAPON

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EMISSION CONTROL

INFORMATION

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NORTH AMERICAN MODELS

This engine conforms to U.S.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

regulations for marine SI engines. See the

label affixed to your engine for details.

Approval label of Emission control

certificate

This label is attached to the bottom cowl-

ing.

1 Emission control information label

Existing Technology ; N/A

Manufactured date label

This label is attached to the clamp bracket

or the swivel bracket.

2 Manufactured date label

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION

ENGINE FAMILY :

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

FELs :

SPARK PLUG :

IDLE SPEED :

rpm IN NEUTRAL

SPARK PLUG GAP (mm) :

g/kw-hr

Manufactured:

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SAFETY

INFORMATION

8 Before mounting or operating the out-

board motor, read this entire manual.

Reading it should give you an under-

standing of the motor and its operation.

8 Before operating the boat, read any

owner’s or operator’s manuals supplied

with it and all labels. Be sure you under-

stand each item before operating.

8 Do not overpower the boat with this

outboard motor. Overpowering the

boat could result in loss of control. The

rated power of the outboard should be

equal to or less than the rated horse-

power capacity of the boat. If the rated

horsepower capacity of the boat is

unknown, consult the dealer or boat

manufacturer.

8 Do not modify the outboard.

Modifications could make the motor

unfit or unsafe to use.

8 Never operate after drinking alcohol or

taking drugs. About 50% of all boating

fatalities involve intoxication.

8 Have an approved personal flotation

device (PFD) on board for every occu-

pant. It is a good idea to wear a PFD

whenever boating. At a minimum, chil-

dren and non-swimmers should always

wear PFDs, and everyone should wear

PFDs when there are potentially haz-

ardous boating conditions.

8 Gasoline is highly flammable, and its

vapors are flammable and explosive.

Handle and store gasoline carefully.

Make sure there are no gas fumes or

leaking fuel before starting the engine.

8 This product emits exhaust gases which

contain carbon monoxide, a colorless,

odorless gas which may cause brain

damage or death when inhaled.

Symptoms include nausea, dizziness,

and drowsiness. Keep cockpit and cabin

areas well ventilated. Avoid blocking

exhaust outlets.

8 Check throttle, shift, and steering for

proper operation before starting the

engine.

8 Attach the engine stop switch lanyard

to a secure place on your clothing, or

your arm or leg while operating. If you

accidentally leave the helm, the lanyard

will pull from the switch, stopping the

engine.

8 Know the marine laws and regulations

where you will be boating - and obey

them. Refer to “RULES OF THE ROAD”

section for basic boating rules.

8 Stay informed about the weather.

Check weather forecasts before boating.

Avoid boating in hazardous weather.

8 Tell someone where you are going:

leave a Float Plan with a responsible

person. Be sure to cancel the Float Plan

when you return.

8 Use common sense and good judgment

when boating. Know your abilities, and

be sure you understand how your boat

handles under the different boating

conditions you may encounter. Operate

within your limits, and the limits of your

boat. Always operate at safe speeds,

and keep a careful watch for obstacles

and other traffic.

8 Always watch carefully for swimmers

during the engine operation.

8 Stay away from swimming areas.

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8 When a swimmer is in the water near

you shift into neutral and shut off the

engine.

8 Be informed about boating safety.

Additional publications and information

can be obtained from many organiza-

tions, including the following:

United States Coast Guard

Consumer Affairs Staff (G-BC)

Office of Boating, Public, and Consumer

Affairs

U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters

Washington, D.C. 20593-0001

Boating Safety Hotline: 1-800-368-5647

National Marine Manufacturers

Association (NMMA)

401 N. Michigan Ave.

Chicago, Il 60611

Marine Retailers Association of America

155 N. Michigan Ave.

Chicago, Il 60601

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IMPORTANT LABELS

WARNING LABELS

WARNING

Be sure shift control is in neutral

before starting engine. (except 2HP)

Do not touch or remove electrical parts

when starting or during operation.

Keep hands,hair,and clothes away from flywheel

and other rotating parts while engine is running.

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WARNING

Hot surface under this cover

during and after operation.

To avoid burns, do not touch

finned resistor with bare hands.

65L-83625-40

ENGINE OIL ONLY

WARNING

6E5-13437-43

Pour the engine oil into this oil tank, not gasoline.

RECOMMENDED OIL:

YAMALUBE 2 STROKE OUTBOARD OIL or an equivalent TC-W3 certified outborad oil.

Do not add gasoline to the oil tank.

Fire or explosion could result.

OIL TANK

CAPACITY:10.5 LITERS

11.1 U.S. qt.

9.2 I MP. qt.

CAUTION

UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY.

Gasoline containing lead can cause

performance loss and engine damage.

Refer to Owner’s Manual.

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CAUTION LABELS

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Stand-on vessel

The vessel with the right-of-way has the

duty to continue its course and speed,

except to avoid an immediate collision.

When you maintain your direction and

speed, the other vessel will be able to

determine how best to avoid you.

Give-way vessel

The vessel which does not have the right-

of-way has the duty to take positive and

timely action to stay out of the way of the

Stand-On vessel. Normally, you should

not cross in front of the vessel with the

right-of-way. You should slow down or

change directions briefly and pass behind

the other vessel. You should always move

in such a way that the operator of the

other vessel can see what you are doing.

“The general prudential rule”

This rule is called Rule 2 in the

International Rules and says,

‘In obeying and construing these

rules due regard shall be had to all

dangers of navigation and collision,

and to any special circumstances,

which may render a departure from

the above rules necessary in order to

avoid immediate danger.’

In other words, follow the standard rules

except when a collision will occur unless

both vessels try to avoid each other. If

that is the case, both vessels become

“Give-Way” vessels.

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BASIC BOATING RULES

(Rules of the road)

Just as there are rules which apply when

you are driving on streets and high ways,

there are waterway rules which apply

when you are driving your boat. These

rules are used internationally, and are

also enforced by the United States Coast

Guard and local agencies. You should be

aware of these rules, and follow them

whenever you encounter another vessel

on the water.

Several sets of rules prevail according to

geographic location, but are all basically

the same as the International Rules of the

Road. The rules presented here in your

Owner’s Manual are condensed, and have

been provided for your convenience only.

Consult your local U.S. Coast Guard

Auxiliary or Department of Motor

Vehicles for a complete set of rules gov-

erning the waters in which you will be

using your boat.

STEERING AND SAILING RULES AND

SOUND SIGNALS

Whenever two vessels on the water meet

one another, one vessel has the right-of-

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

The vessel which does not have the right-

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

dened” vessel. These rules determine

which vessel has the right-of-way, and

what each vessel should do.

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RULES WHEN ENCOUNTERING

VESSELS

There are three main situations which you

may encounter with other vessels which

could lead to a collision unless the

Steering Rules are followed:

Meeting

(you are approaching another vessel

head-on)

Crossing

(you are traveling across the other

vessel’s path)

Overtaking

(you are passing or being passed by

another vessel)

In the following illustration, your boat is

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

way to any vessels shown in white area

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

sels in the shaded area must yield to you

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

and the meeting vessel must alter course

to avoid each other.

Meeting

If you are meeting another power vessel

head on, and are close enough to run the

risk of collision, neither of you has the

right-of-way! Both of you should alter

course to avoid an accident. You should

keep the other vessel on your port (left)

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

will clear one another if you continue on

your set course and speed.

Crossing

When two power driven vessels are

crossing each other’s path close enough

to run the risk of collision, the vessel

which has the other on the starboard

(right) side must keep out of the way of

the other. If the other vessel is on your

right, you must keep out of its way; you

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

sel is on your port (left) side, remember

that you should maintain course and

direction, provided the other vessel gives

you the right-of-way as it should.

Overtaking

If you are passing another vessel, you are

the “Give-Way” vessel. This means that

the other vessel is expected to maintain

its course and speed. You must stay out

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the power-driven vessel, the power-

driven vessel has the right-of-way.

2. Sailing vessels should keep clear of

any fishing vessel.

3. In a narrow channel, a sailing vessel

should not hamper the safe passage

of a power-driven vessel which can

navigate only in such a channel.

Reading buoys and other markers

The waters of the United states are

marked for safe navigation by the lateral

system of buoyage. Simply put, buoys

and markers have an arrangement of

shapes, colors, numbers and lights to

show which side of the buoy a boater

should pass on when navigating in a par-

ticular direction. The markings on these

buoys are oriented from the perspective

of being entered from seaward (the

boater is going towards the port). This

means that red buoys are passed on the

starboard (right) side when proceeding

from open water into port, and black

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

gating out of port, your position with

respect to the buoys should be reversed;

red buoys should be to port and black

buoys to starboard.

Many bodies of water used by boaters are

entirely within the boundaries of a partic-

ular state. The Uniform State Waterway

Marking System has been devised for

these waters. This system uses buoys and

signs with distinctive shapes and colors

to show regulatory or advisory informa-

tion. These markers are white with black

letters and orange boarders. They signify

speed zones, restricted areas, danger

areas, and general information.

of its way until you are clear of it.

Likewise, if another vessel is passing you,

you should maintain your speed and

direction so that the other vessel can steer

itself around you.

OTHER SPECIAL SITUATIONS

There are three other rules you should be

aware of when driving your boat around

other vessels.

Narrow channels and bends

When navigating in narrow channels, you

should keep to the right when it is safe

and practical to do so. If the operator of a

power-driven vessel is preparing to go

around a bend that may obstruct the view

of other water vessels, the operator

should sound a prolonged blast on the

whistle (4 to 6 seconds). If another vessel

is around the bend, it too should sound

the whistle. Even if no reply is heard,

however, the vessel should still proceed

around the bend with caution. If you navi-

gate such waters with your boat, you will

need to carry a portable air horn, avail-

able from local marine supply stores.

Fishing vessel right-of-way

All vessels which are fishing with nets,

lines or trawls are considered to be “fish-

ing vessels” under the International

Rules. Vessels with trolling lines are not

considered fishing vessels. Fishing ves-

sels have the right-of-way regardless of

position. Fishing vessels cannot, howev-

er, impede the passage of other vessels in

narrow channels.

Sailing vessel right-of-way

Sailing vessels should normally be given

the right-of-way. The exceptions to this

are:

1. When the sailing vessel is overtaking

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Proceeding toward head

of navigation from seaward

CAN BUOY

Odd number. Leave to port.

SECONDARY CHANNEL BUOYS

STARTS NEW NUMBERING SYSTEM

old new

NUN BUOY

Even number. Leave to starboard

No change

BUOY

COLOR CODE

BLACK

RED

GREEN

SECONDARY CHANNEL

MAIN CHANNEL

old

new

Odd number. increasing toward head of naviga-

MAIN CHANNEL BUOYS

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tion.Leave to port (left) proceeding upstream.

LIGHTED BUOY (Port Hand)`

White Light

Green Light

old

new

old

new

old

new

LIGHTED BUOY (Starboard Hand)`

" "

Even number,increasing toward head of naviga-

tion. Leave to starboard (right) proceeding up-

stream.

White Light Red Light

LIGHTED SAFE WATER BUOY

No number. Marks midchannel, pass on either

side. Letter has no lateral significance, used for

No number. Topmost band red

preferred

Top Mark

White Light

LIGHTED PREFERRED CHANNEL TO

PORT BUOY

identification and location purposes.

channel is to left of buoy. Letter has no lateral

significance, used for identification and location

purposes.

Red Light

Red or

White Light

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Remember, markings may vary by geo-

graphic location. Always consult local

boating authorities before driving your

boat in unfamiliar waters.

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FUELING INSTRUCTIONS

GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH-

LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE!

8 Do not smoke when refueling, and

keep away from sparks, flames, or

other sources of ignition.

8 Stop engine before refueling.

8 Refuel in a well-ventilated area. Refuel

portable fuel tanks off the boat.

8 Take care not to spill gasoline. If gaso-

line spills, wipe it up immediately with

dry rags.

8 Do not overfill the fuel tank.

8 Tighten the filler cap securely after

refueling.

8 If you should swallow some gasoline

inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get

gasoline in your eyes, get immediate

medical attention.

8 If any gasoline spills onto your skin,

immediately wash with soap and

water. Change clothing if gasoline spills

on it.

8 Touch the fuel nozzle to the filler open-

ing or funnel to help prevent electrosta-

tic sparks.

8 Use only new clean gasoline which has

been stored in clean containers and is

not contaminated with water or foreign

matter.

8 Do not use leaded gasoline(petrol).

Leaded gasoline will cause damage to

the oxygen sensor for Electronic Fuel

Injection system.

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ENGINE OIL

If the recommended engine oil is not

available, another 2-stroke engine oil with

a NMMA-certified TC-W3 rating may be

used.

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GASOLINE

If knocking or pinging occurs, use a differ-

ent brand of gasoline or premium unlead-

ed fuel.

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Gasohol

There are two types of gasohol: gasohol

containing ethanol and that containing

methanol. Gasohol containing ethanol

can be used if ethanol content does not

exceed 10% and the fuel meets minimum

octane ratings. Gasohol containing

methanol is not recommended by

Yamaha because it can cause fuel system

damage or engine performance prob-

lems.

Recommended engine oil:

YAMALUBE 2 STROKE OUTBOARD OIL

Recommended gasoline:

Regular unleaded gasoline with a

minimum octane rating of 86 (Pump

Octane Number) = (R+M)/2

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BATTERY REQUIREMENT

Do not use a battery that does not meet

the specified capacity. If a battery which

does not meet specifications is used, the

electric system could perform poorly or

be overloaded, causing electric system

damage.

For electric start models, choose a battery

which meets the following specifications.

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NOTE:

The engine cannot be started if battery

voltage is too low.

Minimum cold cranking amps

(CCA/SAE): 380 amps at -18°C (-0.4°F)

Minimum marine cranking amps

(MCA/ABYC): 502 amps at 0°C (32°F)

Minimum reserve capacity (RC/SAE):

124 minutes

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PROPELLER SELECTION

The performance of your outboard motor

will be critically affected by your choice of

propeller, as an incorrect choice could

adversely affect performance and could

also seriously damage the motor. Engine

speed depends on the propeller size and

boat load. If engine speed is too high or

too low for good engine performance,

this will have an adverse effect on the

engine.

Yamaha outboard motors are fitted with

propellers chosen to perform well over a

range of applications, but there may be

uses where a propeller with a different

pitch would be more appropriate. For a

greater operating load, a smaller-pitch

propeller is more suitable as it enables

the correct engine speed to be main-

tained. Conversely, a larger-pitch pro-

peller is more suitable for a smaller oper-

ating load.

Yamaha dealers stock a range of pro-

pellers, and can advise you and install a

propeller on your outboard that is best

suited to your application.

NOTE:

At full throttle and under a maximum

boat load, the engine’s rpm should be

within the upper half of the full throttle

operating range, as listed in “SPECIFICA-

TIONS” on page 4-1. Select a propeller

which fulfills this requirement.

If operating under conditions which allow

the engine’s rpm to rise above the maxi-

mum recommended range (such as light

boat loads), reduce the throttle setting to

maintain the rpm in the proper operating

range.

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START-IN-GEAR PROTECTION

Yamaha outboard motors or Yamaha

approved remote control units are

equipped with start-in-gear protection

device(s). This feature permits the engine

to be started only when it is Neutral.

Always select Neutral before starting the

engine.

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1 Propeller diameter (in inches)

2 Propeller pitch (in inches)

3 Type of propeller (propeller mark)

Refer to the section “CHECKING PRO-

PELLER” for instructions on propeller

removal and installation.

– MEMO –

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Chapter 2

BASIC COMPONENTS

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

OPERATIONS OF CONTROLS AND

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

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

Trim tab .................................................2-6

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

Digital tachometer................................2-8

Digital speedometer...........................2-10

Tilt support lever ................................2-13

Top cowling lock levers .....................2-14

Flushing device...................................2-14

WARNING SYSTEM ..............................2-15

Overheat warning...............................2-15

Oil level warning / Oil filter clogging

warning ...............................................2-16

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MAIN COMPONENTS

TRIP TIME BATT

Km/h

knot

mph

mile

SPEED

YAMAHA

set

mode

1 Top cowling

2 Top cowling lock levers

3 Anti-cavitation plate

4 Trim tab (Anode)

* 5 Propeller

6 Cooling water inlet

7 Clamp bracket

8 Tilt support lever

9 Flushing device

0 Power trim and tilt switch

* q Remote control box (Side mount type)

* w Digital tachometer

* e Digital speedometer

* r Remote oil tank

* May not be exactly as shown; also may not

be included as standard equipment on all

models.

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OPERATIONS OF CONTROLS

AND OTHER FUNCTIONS

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REMOTE CONTROL

Both the shifter and the throttle are actu-

ated by the remote control lever. In addi-

tion, this control also has the electrical

switches.

1 Remote control lever

2 Neutral interlock trigger

3 Neutral throttle lever

4 Main switch

5 Engine stop lanyard switch

6 Power trim/tilt switch

7 Throttle friction adjusting screw

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Remote Control Lever

Moving the lever forward from the

Neutral position engages Forward gear.

Pulling the lever back from Neutral

engages Reverse. The engine will contin-

ue to run at idle until the lever is moved

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

the lever farther opens the throttle, and

the engine will begin to accelerate.

1 Neutral

2 Forward

3 Reverse

4 Shift

5 Fully closed

6 Throttle

7 Fully open

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Main switch

The main switch controls the ignition sys-

tem; its operation is described below.

8 OFF

Electrical circuits switched off.

(The key can be removed.)

8 ON

Electrical circuits switched on.

(The key cannot be removed.)

8 START

Starter-motor will turn and start engine.

(When the key is released, it returns auto-

matically to “ON”.)

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Neutral Interlock Trigger

To shift out of Neutral, the neutral inter-

lock trigger of the remote control lever

must first be pulled up.

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Neutral Throttle Lever

To open the throttle without shifting into

either Forward or Reverse, place the

remote control lever in the Neutral posi-

tion and lift the neutral throttle lever.

NOTE:

The neutral throttle lever will operate only

when the remote control lever is in

Neutral. The remote control lever will

operate only when the neutral throttle

lever is in the closed position.

1 Fully open

2 Fully closed

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Engine Stop Lanyard Switch

The lock-plate 1 must be attached to the

engine stop lanyard switch for the engine

to run. The lanyard 2 should be attached

to a secure place on the operator’s cloth-

ing, or arm or leg. Should the operator fall

overboard or leave the helm, the lanyard

will pull out the lock plate, stopping igni-

tion to the engine. This will prevent the

boat from running away under power.

8 Attach the lanyard to a secure place on

your clothing, your arm or leg while

operating.

8 Do not attach the lanyard to clothing

that could tear loose. Do not route the

lanyard in such a way that it could

become entangled, preventing it from

functioning.

8 Avoid accidentally pulling the lanyard

during normal operation. Loss of

engine power means the loss of most

steering control. Also, without engine

power, the boat could slow rapidly.

This could cause people and objects in

the boat to be thrown forward.

NOTE:

The engine cannot be started with the

lock-plate removed.

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Throttle Friction Adjusting Screw

A friction device in the remote control box

provides adjustable resistance to move-

ment of the remote control lever, and can

be set according to operator preference.

An adjusting screw is located on the front

of the remote control box.

Do not overtighten the friction adjusting

screw. If there is too much resistance, it

may be difficult to move the lever, which

could result in an accident.

Resistance Screw

Increase Turn clockwise

Decrease Turn counterclockwise

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Power Trim/Tilt Switch

The power trim/tilt adjusts the motor

angle in relation to the transom. The

power trim/tilt switch is located on the

remote control lever grip. Pushing the

switch “UP” trims the motor up, then tilts

the motor up. Pressing the switch “DN”

tilts the motor down and trims the motor

down. When the switch button is

released, the motor will stop in its current

position.

NOTE:

Refer to the sections “ADJUSTING TRIM

ANGLE” and “TILTING UP/DOWN” in

Chapter 3 for instructions on usage.

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TRIM TAB

The trim tab should be adjusted so that

the steering control can be turned to

either the right or left by applying the

same amount of force.

An improperly adjusted trim tab may

cause difficult steering. Always test run

after the trim tab has been installed or

replaced to be sure steering is correct. Be

sure you have tightened the bolt after

adjusting the trim tab.

1 Trim tab

2 Bolt

3 Cap (If equipped)

The trim tab also serves as an anode to

protect the engine from electrochemical

corrosion. Never paint the trim tab as it

will become ineffective as an anode.

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Boat tends to veer

To the left

(port side)

To the right

(starboard side)

The fin of trim tab

Turn to the left

(A in the figure)

Turn to the right

(B in the figure)

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DOWN

EMU01125

POWER TRIM/TILT SWITCH

The power trim/tilt adjusts the motor

angle in relation to the transom. The

power trim/tilt switch is located on the

side of the bottom engine cowling.

Pushing the switch “UP” trims the motor

up, then tilts the motor up. Pressing the

switch “DN” tilts the motor down and

trims the motor down. When the switch

button is released, the motor will stop in

its current position.

Use the power trim/tilt switch located on

the bottom engine cowling only when

the boat is at a complete stop with the

engine off. Attempting to use the cowl-

ing-mounted power trim/tilt switch while

the boat is moving could increase the risk

of falling overboard and could distract

the operator, increasing the risk of colli-

sion with another boat or an obstacle.

NOTE:

Refer to the section “Adjusting Trim

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

tions on usage.

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EMU01614

DIGITAL TACHOMETER

This gauge contains the tachometer, trim

meter, hour meter, oil level indicator, and

the overheat warning indicator.

1 Tachometer

2 Trim meter

3 Hour meter

4 Oil level indicator

5 Overheat warning indicator

6 Set button

7 Mode button

NOTE:

All segments of the display will light

momentarily after the main switch is

turned on and will return to normal there-

after.

EMU00136

Tachometer

This meter shows the engine speed.

EMU01109

Trim Meter

This meter shows the trim angle of your

outboard motor.

NOTE:

8 Memorize the trim angles that work

best for your boat under different condi-

tions. Adjust the trim angle to the

desired setting by operating the power

trim and tilt switch.

8 If the trim angle of your motor exceeds

the trim operating range, the top seg-

ment on the trim meter display will start

to blink.

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EMU01620

Hour Meter

This meter shows the number of hours

the engine has been run. It can be set to

show the total number of hours or the

number of hours for the current trip. The

display can also be turned on and off.

8 Changing the display format

Pressing the MODE button changes the

display format in the following circular

pattern:

Total hours - Trip hours - Display off

8 Resetting the trip hours

Simultaneously pressing the SET and

MODE buttons for more than 1 second

while the trip hours are displayed resets

the trip counter to 0 (zero).

NOTE:

The total number of hours the engine has

been run cannot be reset.

EMU00138

Oil-Level Indicator

This indicator shows the engine oil level.

If the oil level falls below the lower limit,

the warning indicator will start to blink.

Refer to the sections “FILLING OIL” and

“OIL LEVEL WARNING” for details.

1 Oil-level indicator

Do not operate the engine without oil.

Serious engine damage will occur.

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