Operation

not be found.

●A continuous flow of water from the pi- lot hole shows that the water pump is pumping water through the cooling passages. If water is not flowing out of the pilot hole at all times while the en- gine is running, overheating and seri- ous damage could occur. Stop the engine and check whether the cooling water inlet on the lower case or the cooling water pilot hole is blocked. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the prob- lem cannot be located and corrected.

1.Place the throttle grip in the fully closed position.

2.Move the gear shift lever quickly and firmly from neutral to forward.

Remote control models

1.Pull up the neutral interlock trigger (if equipped) and move the remote control lever quickly and firmly from neutral to forward.

ZMU05092

EMU27740

Shifting

EWM00180

WARNING

Before shifting, make sure there are no swimmers or obstacles in the water near you.

ECM00220

CAUTION:

To change the boat direction or shifting position from forward to reverse or vice- versa, first close the throttle so that the engine idles (or runs at low speeds).

EMU27763

Forward (tiller handle and remote control models)

Tiller control models

EMU27784

Reverse (automatic reverse lock and power trim and tilt models)

EWM00190

WARNING

When operating in reverse, go slowly. Do not open the throttle more than half. Otherwise the boat could become unstable, which could result in loss of control and an accident.

Tiller control models

1.Place the throttle grip in the fully closed position.

2.Move the gear shift lever quickly and

firmly from neutral to reverse. Remote control models

1.Pull up the neutral interlock trigger (if equipped) and move the remote control lever quickly and firmly from neutral to reverse.

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