Operation
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1.
2.
3.
For the first hour of operation:
First-time operation
Run the engine at varying speeds up to
2000 r/min or approximately half throttle.
For the second hour of operation:
Run the engine at 3000 r/min or at ap-
proximately three-quarter throttle.
Remaining 8 hours:
Run the engine at any speed. However,
avoid operating at full throttle for more
than 5 minutes at a time.
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Fill engine oil
The engine is shipped from the factory without
engine oil. If your dealer did not fill the oil, you
must fill it before starting the engine.NOTICE:
Check that the engine is filled with oil be-
fore first-time operation to avoid severe
engine damage.
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The engine is shipped with the following stick-
er, which should be removed after engine oil
is filled for the first time. For more information
on checking the engine oil level, see page 31.
4.
After the first 10 hours:
Operate the engine normally.
EMU36400
Getting to know your boat
Different boats handle differently. Operate
cautiously while you learn how your boat han-
dles under different conditions and with differ-
ent trim angles (see page 41).
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Checks before starting engine
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WARNING
If any item in the checks before starting
engine is not working properly, have it in-
spected and repaired before operating the
outboard motor. Otherwise an accident
could occur.
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EMU30174
Breaking in engine
Your new engine requires a period of break-in
to allow mating surfaces of moving parts to
wear in evenly. Correct break-in will help en-
sure proper performance and longer engine
life.NOTICE: Failure to follow the break-in
procedure could result in reduced engine
ECM00120
NOTICE
Do not start the engine out of water. Over-
heating and serious engine damage can
occur.
life or even severe engine damage.
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Procedure for 4-stroke models
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Fuel level
Your new engine requires a period of 10
hours break-in to allow mating surfaces of
moving parts to wear in evenly.
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 1/3 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 32.
TIP:
Run the engine in the water, under load (in
gear with a propeller installed) as follows. For
10
hours for breaking in engine avoid extend-
ed idling, rough water and crowded areas.
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| Categories | Yamaha Outboard Manuals |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Boat Motor Manual Free Download. Marine Operator's Boating Guide. |
| Tags | Yamaha F4 F6 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
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| Language | English |
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