Operation
tends to occur, thus reducing the propulsion;
and if the propeller tips cut the air, the engine
EWM00640
WARNING
speed will rise abnormally and cause the en- Loose clamp screws could allow the out-
gine to overheat. If the mounting height is too board motor to fall off or move on the tran-
low, the water resistance will increase and som. This could cause loss of control and
thereby reduce engine efficiency. Mount the serious injury. Make sure the transom
outboard motor so that the anti-cavitation screws are tightened securely. Occasion-
plate is between the bottom of the boat and a ally check the screws for tightness during
level 25 mm (1 in.) below it.
operation.
0–25mm
(0–1in.)
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NOTE:
2.
If the engine restraint cable attachment is
equipped on your engine, an engine re-
straint cable or chain should be used. At-
tach one end to the engine restraint cable
attachment and the other to a secure
mounting point on the boat. Otherwise
the engine could be completely lost if it
accidentally falls off the transom.
q
The optimum mounting height of the out-
board motor is affected by the boat and mo-
tor combination and the desired use. Test
runs at different heights can help determine
the optimum mounting height. Consult your
Yamaha dealer or boat manufacturer for
further information on determining the prop-
er mounting height.
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For instructions on setting the trim angle of
the outboard motor, see page 26.
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Clamping the outboard motor
1.
Place the outboard motor on the transom
so that it is positioned as close to the cen-
ter as possible. Tighten the transom
clamp screws evenly and securely. Oc-
casionally check the clamp screws for
tightness during operation of the out-
board motor because they could become
loose due to engine vibration.
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| Categories | Yamaha Outboard Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual Free Download. Marine Operator's Boating Guide. |
| Tags | Yamaha 15D, Yamaha 9.9D |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| Download File |
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| Language | English |
| Product Brand | Yamaha Motor. Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA - Support Customer Relations for US: 1-800-962-7926
Yamaha Boats: 1-800-962-7926 Yamaha Outboard Customer Relations: 1-866-894-1626 , Yamaha Outboard |
| Document File Type | |
| Publisher | yamaha-motor.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Yamaha Motor Company |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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