Maintenance
es.
EMU28401
Lubrication
1.
ECM00290
CAUTION:
Grease the spark plug threads and in-
stall the spark plug(s) and torque to
proper specification. For information on
spark plug installation, see page 60.
Change the gear oil. For instructions,
see page 68. Inspect the oil for the pres-
ence of water that indicates a leaky seal.
Seal replacement should be performed
by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to
use.
If the fresh water level is below the level
of the anti-cavitation plate, or if the water
supply is insufficient, engine seizure may
occur.
2.
8.
Cooling system flushing is essential to
prevent the cooling system from clog-
ging up with salt, sand, or dirt. In addi-
tion, fogging of the engine is mandatory
to prevent excessive engine damage
due to rust. Perform the flushing and
fogging at the same time.
3.
Grease all grease fittings. For further de-
tails, see page 59.
EMU28421
Cleaning and anticorrosion
EWM00090
WARNING
measures
1.
2.
3.
Wash down the exterior of the outboard
motor with fresh water and dry off com-
pletely.
q
q
Do not touch or remove electrical parts
when starting or during operation.
Keep hands, hair, and clothes away
from the flywheel and other rotating
parts while the engine is running.
Spray the outboard motor exterior with
“
Yamaha Silicone Protectant” (Part No.
LUB-SILCNE-13-00).
9.
Run the engine at a fast idle for 10–15
minutes in neutral position.
Just prior to turning off the engine, quick-
ly spray “Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine
Wax the cowling with a non-abrasive
wax such as “Yamaha Silicone Wax”
(Part No. ACC-11000-15-02).
10.
EMU28430
Fogging Oil” (Part No. LUB-STRRT-12- Battery care
alternately into each carburetor or
the fogging hole of the silencer cover, if
00)
EWM00330
WARNING
equipped. When properly done, the en- Battery electrolytic fluid is dangerous; it
gine will smoke excessively and almost contains sulfuric acid and therefore is
stall.
poisonous and highly caustic.
Remove the outboard motor from the Always follow these preventive mea-
11.
test tank. For further details, see page
sures:
50.
Drain the cooling water completely out
of the motor. Clean the body thoroughly.
q Avoid bodily contact with electrolytic
fluid as it can cause severe burns or
permanent eye injury.
12.
13.
Install the silencer cover/cap and top q Wear protective eye gear when han-
cowling.
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| Categories | Yamaha Outboard Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual Free Download. Marine Operator's Boating Guide. |
| Tags | Yamaha F15C, Yamaha F20 |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| 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
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| Publisher | yamaha-motor.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Yamaha Motor Company |
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