Owner's Manual

Operation
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7. Immediately after the engine starts, re-
lease the main switch and allow it to re-
turn to “” (on).
CAUTION:
ECM00191
●
Never turn the main switch to “”
(start) while the engine is running.
● Do not keep the starter motor turning
for more than 5 seconds. If the starter
motor is turned continuously for more
than 5 seconds, the battery will be
quickly discharged, thus making it im-
possible to start the engine. The starter
can also be damaged. If the engine will
not start after 5 seconds of cranking,
return the main switch to “” (on), wait
10 seconds, then crank the engine
again.
EMU27670
Warming up engine
EMU27680
Choke start models
1. After starting the engine, allow it to idle
for 3 minutes to warm up. Failure to do
so will shorten engine life. Gradually re-
turn the choke knob to its home position
as the engine warms up.
2. Check for a steady flow of water from the
cooling water pilot hole.
CAUTION:
ECM00510
A flow of water from the hole on the ex-
haust cover shows that the water pump is
pumping water through the cooling pas-
sages. If water is not flowing out of the
hole at all times while the engine is run-
ning, overheating and serious damage
could occur. Stop the engine and check
whether the cooling water inlet on the
lower case or the cooling water pilot hole
is blocked. Consult your Yamaha dealer if
the problem cannot be located and cor-
rected.
EMU27740
Shifting
WARNING
EWM00180
Before shifting, make sure there are no
swimmers or obstacles in the water near
you.
CAUTION:
ECM00220
To change the boat direction or shifting
position from forward to reverse or vice-
versa, first close the throttle so that the
engine idles (or runs at low speeds).
ZMU03262
ON
STARTOFF
ZMU03908