Yamaha VZ225C, Z250C, LZ250C, VZ250C Manual

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VZ225C

Z250C

LZ250C

VZ250C

OWNER’S MANUAL

U.S.A.Edition

LIT-18626-05-68

USE UNLEADED STRAIGHT GASOLINE ONLY

CAUTION

• Gasoline containing lead can cause performance loss and

• Do not use gasoline mixed with oil during the break-in period

and engine damage.

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or any time afterwards.

YAMALUBE 2 STROKE OUTBOARD OIL IS

RECOMMENDED

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VZ225C, Z250C, LZ250C, VZ250C

OWNER'S MANUAL

1st Edition, August 2003

Any reprinting or unauthorized use

without the written permission of

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA

is expressly prohibited.

Printed in Japan

P/N LIT-18626-05-68

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TO THE OWNER

Thank you for choosing a Yamaha outboard

motor. This Owner’s manual contains infor-

mation needed for proper operation, mainte-

nance 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 impor-

tant information is distinguished in the fol-

lowing ways.

Q 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 precau-

tions that must be taken to avoid dam-

age to the outboard motor.

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 cur-

rent product information available at the

time of printing, there may be minor dis-

crepancies between your machine and

this manual. If there is any question con-

cerning this manual, please consult your

Yamaha dealer.

NOTE:

The Z250TR, LZ250TR, VZ250TR, and their

standard accessories are used as a base

for the explanations and illustrations in this

manual. Therefore, some items may not

apply to every model.

GENERAL INFORMATION

BASIC COMPONENTS

OPERATION

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLE RECOVERY

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CONTENTS

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

North American models ........................1-2

Star labels.............................................1-3

SAFETY INFORMATION ........................1-4

IMPORTANT LABELS ............................1-6

BASIC BOATING RULES .......................1-8

FUELING INSTRUCTIONS...................1-12

Gasoline..............................................1-13

Engine oil ............................................1-13

BATTERY REQUIREMENT...................1-14

PROPELLER SELECTION ...................1-15

START-IN-GEAR PROTECTION...........1-16

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YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

MADE IN JAPAN

PAYS D'ORIGINE JAPON

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YAMAHA

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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 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 illus-

tration. Record this number in the space

provided for reference in case you need a

new key.

1 Key number

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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 cer-

tificate

This label is attached to the bottom cowling.

1 Emission control information label

New Technology ; (4-stroke/HPDI) DFI

Manufactured date label

This label is attached to the clamp bracket.

2 Manufactured date label

001592

Manufactured:

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION

ENGINE FAMILY :

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

THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO 2001 CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI MARINE ENGINES.

REFER TO THE OWNERS MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.

FELs :

SPARK PLUG :

DISPLACEMENT :

ADVERTISED POWER :

IDLE SPEED :

SPARK PLUG GAP (mm) :

FUEL : GASOLINE

VALVE LASH (mm) :

IN EX

g/kw-hr

rpm IN NEUTRAL

DFI

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STAR LABELS

Your outboard motor is labeled with a

California Air Resources Board (CARB) star

label. See below for a description of your

particular label.

1 Star label

One Star - Low Emission

The one-star label identifies engines that

meet the Air Resources Board’s 2001

exhaust emission standards. Engines meet-

ing these standards have 75% lower emis-

sions than conventional carbureted two-

stroke engines. These engines are

equivalent to the U.S. EPA’s 2006 standards

for marine engines.

Two Stars - Very Low Emission

The two-star label identifies engines that

meet the Air Resources Board’s 2004

exhaust emission standards. Engines meet-

ing these standards have 20% lower emis-

sions than One Star-Low-Emission engines.

Three Stars - Ultra Low Emission

The three-star label identifies engines that

meet the Air Resources Board’s 2008

exhaust emission standards. Engines meet-

ing these standards have 65% lower emis-

sions than One Star-Low-Emission engines.

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QSAFETY 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 out-

board 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 horsepower capaci-

ty 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, children

and non-swimmers should always wear

PFDs, and everyone should wear PFDs

when there are potentially hazardous

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 acciden-

tally 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 the “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.

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8 Use common sense and good judgment

when boating. Know your abilities, and be

sure you understand how your boat han-

dles 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 care-

ful watch for obstacles and other traffic.

8 Always watch carefully for swimmers dur-

ing the engine operation.

8 Stay away from swimming areas.

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

NOTE:

For engine oil specifications, see “Engine

oil” in this chapter.

2 (LZ250)

WARNING

6K1-83623-41

YAMAHA

Use only a counterclockwise rotation propeller with this engine.

Counterclockwise propellers are marked with a letter "L"

after the size indication.

The wrong type of propeller could cause the boat to go

in an unexpected direction, which could lead to an accident.

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.

6A1-83625-41

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 IMP. qt.

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CAUTION LABELS

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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 governing 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 “burdened” ves-

sel. These rules determine which vessel has

the right-of-way, and what each vessel

should do.

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 deter-

mine 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 direc-

tions briefly and pass behind the other ves-

sel. 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 ren-

der 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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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 ves-

sel 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 vessels in the

shaded area must yield to you (they are the

Give-Way vessels). Both you and the meet-

ing 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) 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 cross-

ing 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 vessel 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 of its

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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 sec-

onds). 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 navigate such waters with your boat,

you will need to carry a portable air horn,

available from local marine supply stores.

Fishing vessel right-of-way

All vessels which are fishing with nets, lines

or trawls are considered to be “fishing ves-

sels” under the International Rules. Vessels

with trolling lines are not considered fishing

vessels. Fishing vessels have the right-of-

way regardless of position. Fishing vessels

cannot, however, 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

the power-driven vessel, the power-dri-

ven 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 navi-

gate 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 particular direction. The

markings on these buoys are oriented from

the perspective of being entered from sea-

ward (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 navigating 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 particular

state. The Uniform State Waterway Marking

System has been devised for these waters.

This system uses buoys and signs with dis-

tinctive shapes and colors to show regulato-

ry or advisory information. These markers

are white with black letters and orange

boarders. They signify speed zones, restrict-

ed areas, danger areas, and general infor-

mation.

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Remember, markings may vary by geo-

graphic location. Always consult local boat-

ing authorities before driving your boat in

unfamiliar waters.

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

" "

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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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 electro-

static sparks.

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

If knocking or pinging occurs, use a different

brand of gasoline or premium unleaded

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 per-

formance problems.

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ENGINE OIL

Use Yamalube 2-M outboard oil. If Yamalube

2-M is not available, use only another out-

board motor manufacturer’s factory-brand

oil with TC-W3 rating.

Serious engine damage can result from

the use of lower quality oil, including

some commonly available oil brands

with “ TC-W3” on their label. To avoid the

risk, use only Yamalube 2-M or, if neces-

sary, another outboard motor manufac-

turer’s factory-brand TC-W3 oil.

Recommended gasoline:

Regular unleaded gasoline with a

minimum octane rating of 86 (Pump

Octane Number) = (R+M)/2

Recommended engine oil:

YAMALUBE 2 STROKE OUTBOARD

OIL

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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 volt-

age is too low.

Minimum cold cranking amps

(CCA/SAE): 512 amps at -18°C (-0.4°F)

Minimum marine cranking amps

(MCA/ABYC): 675 amps at 0°C (32°F)

Minimum reserve capacity (RC/SAE):

182 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 pro-

pellers 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 maintained. Conversely,

a larger-pitch propeller is more suitable for a

smaller operating load.

Yamaha dealers stock a range of propellers,

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 “SPECIFICATIONS” 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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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.

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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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Chapter 2

BASIC COMPONENTS

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

OPERATIONS OF CONTROLS AND

OTHER FUNCTIONS ..............................2-3

Remote control .....................................2-3

Trim tab .................................................2-9

Power trim/tilt switch ...........................2-10

Digital tachometer...............................2-11

Digital speedometer............................2-13

Fuel management meter.....................2-16

Tilt support lever .................................2-21

Top cowling lock levers .......................2-21

Flushing device...................................2-21

WARNING SYSTEM .............................2-22

Overheat warning ...............................2-22

Oil level warning and oil filter

clogging warning.................................2-23

Water separator warning ....................2-24

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MAIN COMPONENTS

1 Top cowling

2 Cowling lock levers

3 Trim tab (anode)

4 Propeller

5 Cooling water inlet (VZ225, VZ250)

6 Cooling water inlet (Z250, LZ250)

7 Anti-cavitation plate

8 Anode

9 Clamp bracket

0 Tilt support lever

q Flushing device

w Power trim and tilt switch

e Cooling water pilot hole

* May not be exactly as shown; also may not be

included as standard equipment on all

models.

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TRIP

TIME

BATT

Km/h

knot

mph

mile

SPEED

YAMAHA

set

mode

YAMAHA

set

mode

P S

mpg

Km/L

gph

I/h

ECON SYNCTTL

FUEL MANAGEMENT

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MAIN COMPONENTS

1 Remote control box (side mount type)

2 Remote control box (binnacle mount type)

3 Switch panel (for use with 2)

4 Digital tachometer

5 Digital speedometer

6 Fuel management meter

7 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 actuated

by the remote control lever. In addition, the

electrical switches are mounted on the

remote control box.

å Side mount remote control box

∫ Binnacle mount remote control box

ç Switch panel (for use with ∫)

1 Remote control lever

2 Neutral interlock trigger

3 Neutral throttle lever

4 Free accelerator

5 Main switch

6 Engine stop lanyard switch

7 Power trim/tilt switch

8 Throttle friction adjusting screw

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STARTOFF

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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 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 accel-

erate.

1 Neutral

2 Forward

3 Reverse

4 Shift

5 Fully closed

6 Throttle

7 Fully open

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Neutral Interlock Trigger

To shift out of Neutral, the neutral interlock

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 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.

1 Fully open

2 Fully closed

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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”.)

STARTOFF

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STARTOFF

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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 clothing, or

arm or leg. Should the operator fall over-

board or leave the helm, the lanyard will pull

out the lock plate, stopping ignition to the

engine. This will prevent the boat from run-

ning 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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Power Trim/Tilt Switches

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. Individual-engine switches are also on

the control cover. 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:

8 On the dual engine control, the switch on

the remote control grip controls both

engines at the same time.

8 Refer to the sections “Adjusting Trim

Angle” and “Tilting Up/Down” in Chapter 3

for instructions on usage.

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