Trouble Recovery
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5.Turn the main switch to “
” (on).
ON
OFF
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6.Turn the main switch to “
” (start).
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CAUTION:
●Never turn the main switch to “
” (start) while the engine is running.
●Do not keep the starter motor turning for more than 5 seconds. If the starter motor is turned continuously for more than 5 seconds, the battery will be quickly discharged, thus making it im- possible to start the engine. The starter can also be damaged. If the engine will not start after 5 seconds of cranking, return the main switch to “
” (on), wait 10 seconds, then crank the engine again.
ON
START
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7.After the engine starts, close the emer- gency starter valve (if used), then return the throttle to its original position.
OPEN
CLOSE
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NOTE:
When the starter mechanism malfunctions, see page 59.
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Treatment of submerged motor
If the outboard motor is submerged, immediately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immedi- ately.
If you cannot immediately take the outboard motor to a Yamaha dealer, follow the procedure below in order to minimize engine dam- age.
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Procedure
1.Thoroughly wash away mud, salt, sea- weed, and so on, with fresh water.
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