Maintenance

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Transporting and storing

outboard motor

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WARNING

●USE CARE when transporting fuel tank, whether in a boat or car.

●DO NOT fill fuel container to maximum capacity. Gasoline will expand consid- erably as it warms up and can build up pressure in the fuel container. This can cause fuel leakage and a potential fire hazard.

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WARNING

Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. When transporting and storing the outboard motor, close the fuel cock to prevent fuel from leaking. Never get under the engine while it is tilted. Severe injury could occur if the outboard motor accidentally falls.

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NOTICE

Do not use the tilt support lever or knob when trailering the boat. The outboard motor could shake loose from the tilt support and fall. If the motor cannot be trailered in the normal running position, use an additional support device to secure it in the tilt position.

The outboard motor should be trailered and stored in the normal running position. If there is insufficient road clearance in this position, then trailer the outboard motor in the tilt position using a motor support device such as a transom saver bar. Consult your Yamaha dealer for further details.

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Storing outboard motor

When storing your Yamaha outboard motor for prolonged periods of time (2 months or longer), several important procedures must be performed to prevent excessive damage. It is advisable to have your outboard motor serviced by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to storage. However, you, the owner, with a minimum of tools, can perform the following procedures.

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NOTICE

●Do not place the outboard motor on its side before the cooling water has drained from it completely, otherwise water may enter the cylinder through the exhaust port and cause engine trou- ble.

●Store the outboard motor in a dry, well- ventilated place, not in direct sunlight.

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Procedure

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Flushing with the flushing attachment

1.Wash the outboard motor body using fresh water. NOTICE: Do not spray wa- ter into the air intake. [ECM01840] For fur- ther information, see page 58.

2.Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add one ounce of “Yamaha Fuel Conditioner

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