Maintenance
Keep hands, hair, and clothes away from
the flywheel and other rotating parts
while the engine is running.
EMU32112
Checking propeller
q
EWM01881
WARNING
You could be seriously injured if the en-
gine accidentally starts when you are near
ECM00490
NOTICE
This procedure must be performed while the propeller. Before inspecting, remov-
the outboard motor is in the water. A flush- ing, or installing the propeller, place the
ing attachment or test tank can be used.
shift control in neutral, turn the main
switch to“ ” (off) and remove the key,
If the boat is not equipped with a tachometer
for the outboard motor, use a diagnostic ta-
chometer for this procedure. Results may
vary depending on whether testing is conduct-
and remove the clip from the engine shut-
off switch. Turn off the battery cut-off
switch if your boat has one.
ed with the flushing attachment, in a test tank, Do not use your hand to hold the propeller
or with the outboard motor in the water.
when loosening or tightening the propeller
Start the engine and allow it to warm up nut. Put a wood block between the anti-cavi-
1.
2.
fully in neutral until it is running smoothly. tation plate and the propeller to prevent the
Once the engine has warmed up, verify propeller from turning.
whether the idle speed is set to specifica-
tion. For idle speed specifications, see
page 12. If you have difficulty verifying
the idle speed, or the idle speed requires
adjustment, consult a Yamaha dealer or
other qualified mechanic.
EMU29113
Checking wiring and connectors
q
q
Check that each connector is engaged se-
curely.
Check that each ground lead is properly se-
cured.
ZMU01897
Checkpoints
q
Check each of the propeller blades for ero-
sion from cavitation or ventilation, or other
damage.
q
q
q
Check the propeller shaft for damage.
Check the splines for wear or damage.
Check for fish line tangled around the pro-
peller shaft.
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| Categories | Yamaha Outboard Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual Free Download. Marine Operator's Boating Guide. |
| Tags | Yamaha 15, Yamaha 9 |
| 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
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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