Operation
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Fuel level
Be sure you have plenty of fuel for your trip.
A good rule is to use 1/3 of your fuel to get to
the destination, 1/3 to return, and to keep 1/
the outboard unsafe to operate.
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Check for fuel leaks
Check for fuel leaks or gasoline fumes in
the boat.
Check for fuel leakage from the fuel sys-
tem.
Check the fuel tank and fuel lines for
cracks, swellings, or other damages.
q
q
q
3
as an emergency reserve. With the boat
level on a trailer or in the water, check the
fuel level. For fuel filling instructions, see
page 28.
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Remove cowling
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Controls
For the following checks, remove the top
cowling from the engine. To remove the en-
gine top cowling, release the lock lever and
lift off the cowling.
q
Move the tiller handle fully to the left and
right to make sure operation is smooth.
Turn the throttle grip from the fully closed
to the fully open position. Make sure that it
turns smoothly and that it completely re-
turns to the fully closed position.
q
q
Look for loose or damaged connections of
the throttle and shift cables.
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Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
Inspect the engine shut-off cord for damage,
such as cuts, breaks, and wear.
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Fuel system
1
2
3
EWM00060
WARNING
Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-
mable and explosive. Keep away from
sparks,
sources of ignition.
cigarettes,
flames,
or
other
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EWM00910
WARNING
1. Clip
2.
Cord
Leaking fuel can result in fire or explo-
sion.
3. Engine shut-off switch
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Oil
q
q
Check for fuel leakage regularly.
If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel q Check to be sure you have plenty of oil for
system must be repaired by a qualified
mechanic. Improper repairs can make
your trip.
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| Categories | Yamaha Outboard Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual Free Download. Marine Operator's Boating Guide. |
| Tags | Yamaha 8 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| 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 |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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