Yamaha VF200LA v15 Owner's Manual
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VF250 VF225 VF200
OWNERS MANUAL
LIT-18626-08-67 6CB-28199-10
U.S.A.Edition Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor.
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ZMU01690
Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating. This manual should stay with the outboard motor if it is sold.
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Important manual information EMU31285
To the owner Thank you for selecting a Yamaha outboard motor. This Owners Manual contains infor- mation needed for proper operation, mainte- nance and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha. If you have any question about the operation or maintenance of your outboard motor, please consult a Yamaha dealer. In this Owners Manual particularly important information is distinguished in the following ways.
: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury haz- ards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING EWM00781
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa- tion which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE ECM00701
A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the outboard motor or other property.
TIP: A TIP provides key information to make pro- cedures easier or clearer.
Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between
your machine and this manual. If there is any question concerning this manual, please con- sult your Yamaha dealer.
TIP: The VF250A, VF225A, VF200A and the stan- dard accessories are used as a base for the explanations and illustrations in this manual. Therefore some items may not apply to every model. EMU25112
VF250, VF225, VF200 OWNERS MANUAL
2009 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
1st edition, September 2009 All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
is expressly prohibited. Printed in Japan
P/N LIT-18626-08-67
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Table of contents
Safety information.............................1 Outboard motor safety .................... 1
Propeller ............................................. 1 Rotating parts ..................................... 1 Hot parts............................................. 1 Electric shock ..................................... 1 Power trim and tilt............................... 1 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) ............ 1 Gasoline ............................................. 1 Gasoline exposure and spills ............. 2 Carbon monoxide ............................... 2 Modifications ...................................... 2
Boating safety ................................. 2 Alcohol and drugs............................... 2 Personal flotation devices (PFDs) ...... 2 People in the water............................. 2 Passengers ........................................ 2 Overloading ........................................ 2 Avoid collisions................................... 3 Weather.............................................. 3 Accident reporting .............................. 3 Boat education and training................ 3 Passenger training ............................. 4 Boating safety publications................. 4 Laws and regulations ......................... 4
Boating organizations...................... 4 Basic boating rules
(Rules of the road) ....................... 4 Steering and sailing rules and sound
signals............................................. 4 Rules when encountering vessels...... 5 Other special situations ...................... 6
General information ..........................9 Identification numbers record.......... 9
Outboard motor serial number ........... 9 Key number ........................................ 9
Read manuals and labels.............. 10 Warning labels.................................. 10
Specifications and requirements... 13 Specifications ................................ 13 Installation requirements ............... 14
Boat horsepower rating .................... 14 Mounting outboard motor ................. 14
Remote control requirements........ 14 Battery requirements..................... 14
Specifications of Battery................... 14 Mounting battery............................... 15
Propeller selection ........................ 15 Start-in-gear protection ................. 15 Engine oil requirements ................ 15 Fuel requirements ......................... 16
Gasoline ........................................... 16 Gasoline Additives............................ 17
Anti-fouling paint ........................... 18 Outboard motor disposal
requirements.............................. 18 Emergency equipment .................. 18 Emission control information......... 18
North American models .................... 18 Star labels ........................................ 19
Components .................................... 21 Components diagram.................... 21
Remote control box .......................... 24 Remote control lever ........................ 24 Neutral interlock trigger .................... 24 Free accelerator ............................... 25 Throttle friction adjuster .................... 25 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) and
clip................................................. 26 Main switch....................................... 27 Power trim and tilt switch on remote
control ........................................... 27 Power trim and tilt switch on bottom
cowling .......................................... 27 Cowling lock lever ............................ 28 Flushing device ................................ 28 Fuel filter........................................... 28 Tilt support shaft (optional) ............... 29
Instruments and indicators............ 31 Digital tachometer ......................... 31
Tachometer ...................................... 31 Trim meter ........................................ 31 Hour meter ....................................... 31 Low oil pressure-alert indicator ........ 31 Overheat-alert indicator .................... 32
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Digital speedometer ...................... 32 Speedometer.................................... 32 Fuel gauge ....................................... 33 Trip meter / Clock / Voltmeter........... 33 Fuel level-alert indicator ................... 34 Low battery voltage-alert indicator ... 34
Fuel management meter ............... 34 Fuel flow meter................................. 35 Fuel consumption meter / Fuel
economy meter / Twin engine speed synchronizer....................... 35
Water separator-alert indicator......... 37 Command Link meter.................... 37 Command Link tachometer ........... 37
Start-up checks ................................ 38 Low oil pressure-alert ....................... 38 Overheat alert................................... 39 Water separator alert........................ 39 Engine trouble alert .......................... 39 Low battery voltage-alert .................. 40
Command Link speed & fuel meter ................................... 40
Command Link speedometer ........ 41 Command Link fuel management
meter .......................................... 42 Engine control system.................... 43
Alert system .................................. 43 Overheat alert................................... 43 Low oil pressure alert ....................... 43 Water separator alert........................ 44
Installation .......................................46 Installation ..................................... 46
Mounting the outboard motor ........... 46 Operation ......................................... 48
First-time operation ....................... 48 Filling engine oil................................ 48 Breaking in engine............................ 48 Getting to know your boat ................ 48
Checks before starting engine ...... 48 Fuel level .......................................... 49 Removing top cowling ...................... 49 Fuel system...................................... 49 Controls ............................................ 50
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) .......... 50 Engine oil.......................................... 50 Outboard motor ................................ 51 Flushing device ................................ 51 Installing top cowling ........................ 51 Checking power trim and tilt unit ...... 52 Battery .............................................. 53
Filling fuel...................................... 53 Operating engine .......................... 54
Sending fuel ..................................... 54 Starting engine ................................. 54
Checks after starting engine ......... 56 Cooling water ................................... 56
Warming up engine....................... 57 Procedure for warming up engine .... 57
Checks after engine warm up ....... 57 Shifting ............................................. 57 Stop switches ................................... 57
Shifting .......................................... 57 Stopping boat................................ 58 Stopping engine............................ 59
Procedure for stopping engine ......... 59 Trimming outboard motor.............. 59
Adjusting trim angle.......................... 60 Adjusting boat trim............................ 60
Tilting up and down....................... 61 Procedure for tilting up ..................... 61 Procedure for tilting down................. 63
Shallow water................................ 63 Cruising in shallow water.................. 63
Operating in other conditions ........ 64 Maintenance .................................... 65
Transporting and storing outboard motor.......................................... 65 Storing outboard motor..................... 65 Conditioning and stabilizing
gasoline......................................... 65 Procedure......................................... 65 Lubrication........................................ 66 Cleaning and anticorrosion
measures ...................................... 66 Flushing cooling water passage ....... 66
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Checking painted surface of outboard motor.............................. 67
Periodic maintenance.................... 67 Replacement parts ........................... 67 Maintenance interval guidelines ....... 68 Maintenance chart 1......................... 69 Maintenance chart 2......................... 71 Greasing........................................... 72 Inspecting spark plug ....................... 73 Inspecting engine idle speed............ 74 Changing engine oil.......................... 74 Inspecting wiring and connectors ..... 76 Inspecting propeller .......................... 77 Removing propeller .......................... 77 Installing propeller ............................ 78 Changing gear oil ............................. 78 Inspecting and replacing anodes...... 80 Inspecting the battery ....................... 80 Connecting the battery ..................... 81 Disconnecting the battery................. 81
Trouble Recovery............................ 82 Troubleshooting ............................ 82 Temporary action in emergency.... 85
Impact damage................................. 85 Replacing fuse.................................. 85 Power trim and tilt unit will not
operate.......................................... 86 Water separator-alert indicator
blinks while cruising ...................... 86 Treatment of submerged outboard
motor .......................................... 87 Consumer information.................... 89
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. FOUR-STROKE OUTBOARD MOTOR THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ............... 89
IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION IF YOU USE YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE THE USA OR CANADA ............. 91
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Safety information EMU33622
Outboard motor safety Observe these precautions at all times. EMU36501
Propeller People can be injured or killed if they come in contact with the propeller. The propeller can keep moving even when the motor is in neu- tral, and sharp edges of the propeller can cut even when stationary. Stop the engine when a person is in the wa-
ter near you. Keep people out of reach of the propeller,
even when the engine is off. EMU40271
Rotating parts Hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, personal flotation device (PFD) straps, etc., can be- come entangled with internal rotating parts of the engine, resulting in serious injury or death. Keep the top cowling in place whenever pos- sible. Do not remove or replace the top cowl- ing with the engine running. Only operate the engine with the top cowling removed according to the specific instructions in the manual. Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry, clothing, PFD straps, etc., away from any ex- posed moving parts. EMU33640
Hot parts During and after operation, engine parts are hot enough to cause burns. Avoid touching any parts under the top cowling until the en- gine has cooled. EMU33650
Electric shock Do not touch any electrical parts while starting or operating the engine. They can cause shock or electrocution. EMU40861
Power trim and tilt Body parts can be crushed between the out- board motor and the clamp bracket when the outboard motor is trimmed or tilted. Keep
body parts out of this area at all times. Make sure that no one is in this area before operat- ing the power trim and tilt mechanism. The power trim and tilt switches operate even when the main switch is turned to the (off) position. Keep people away from the power trim and tilt switches whenever working around the outboard motor. Never get under the outboard motor while it is tilted, even when the tilt support shaft is in- stalled. Severe injury could occur if the out- board motor accidentally falls. EMU41251
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) Attach the engine shut-off cord so that the en- gine stops if the operator falls overboard or leaves the helm. This prevents the boat from running away under power and leaving peo- ple stranded, or running over people or ob- jects. Always attach the engine shut-off cord to a secure place on your clothing or your arm or leg while operating. Do not remove it to leave the helm while the boat is moving. Do not at- tach the engine shut-off cord to clothing that could tear loose, or route the engine shut-off cord where it could become entangled, pre- venting it from functioning. Do not route the engine shut-off cord where it is likely to be accidentally pulled out. If the en- gine shut-off cord is pulled during operation, the engine will shut off and you will lose most steering control. The boat could slow rapidly, throwing people and objects forward. EMU33810
Gasoline Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam- mable and explosive. Always, refuel accord- ing to the procedure on page 54 to reduce the risk of fire and explosion.
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EMU33820
Gasoline exposure and spills Take care not to spill gasoline. If gasoline spills, wipe it up immediately with dry rags. Dispose of rags properly. If any gasoline spills onto your skin, immedi- ately wash with soap and water. Change clothing if gasoline spills on it. If you swallow gasoline, inhale a lot of gaso- line vapor, or get gasoline in your eyes, get immediate medical attention. Never siphon fuel by mouth. EMU33900
Carbon monoxide This product emits exhaust gases which con- tain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas which may cause brain damage or death when inhaled. Symptoms include nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness. Keep cockpit and cabin areas well ventilated. Avoid blocking ex- haust outlets. EMU33780
Modifications Do not attempt to modify this outboard motor. Modifications to your outboard motor may re- duce safety and reliability, and render the out- board unsafe or illegal to use. EMU33740
Boating safety This section includes a few of the many im- portant safety precautions that you should fol- low when boating. EMU33710
Alcohol and drugs Never operate after drinking alcohol or taking drugs. Intoxication is one of the most common factors contributing to boating fatalities. EMU40280
Personal flotation devices (PFDs) Have an approved PFD on board for every oc- cupant. Yamaha recommends that you must wear a PFD whenever boating. At a minimum, children and non-swimmers should always
wear PFDs, and everyone should wear PFDs when there are potentially hazardous boating conditions. EMU33731
People in the water Always watch carefully for people in the wa- ter, such as swimmers, skiers, or divers, whenever the engine is running. When some- one is in the water near the boat, shift into neutral and stop the engine. Stay away from swimming areas. Swimmers can be hard to see. The propeller can keep moving even when the motor is in neutral. Stop the engine when a person is in the water near you. EMU33751
Passengers Consult your boat manufacturers instructions for details about appropriate passenger loca- tions in your boat and be sure all passengers are positioned properly before accelerating and when operating above an idle speed. Standing or sitting in non-designated loca- tions may result in being thrown either over- board or within the boat due to waves, wakes, or sudden changes in speed or direction. Even when people are positioned properly, alert your passengers if you must make any unusual maneuver. Always avoid jumping waves or wakes. EMU33760
Overloading Do not overload the boat. Consult the boat ca- pacity plate or boat manufacturer for maxi- mum weight and number of passengers. Be sure that weight is properly distributed ac- cording to the boat manufacturers instruc- tions. Overloading or incorrect weight distribution can compromise the boats han- dling and lead to an accident, capsizing or swamping.
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EMU33772
Avoid collisions Scan constantly for people, objects, and other boats. Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others.
Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people, objects, and other boats. Do not follow directly behind other boats or
waterskiers. Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that
make it hard for others to avoid you or un- derstand where you are going.
Avoid areas with submerged objects or shallow water.
Ride within your limits and avoid aggressive maneuvers to reduce the risk of loss of con- trol, ejection, and collision.
Take early action to avoid collisions. Re- member, boats do not have brakes, and stopping the engine or reducing throttle can reduce the ability to steer. If you are not sure that you can stop in time before hitting an obstacle, apply throttle and turn in anoth- er direction.
EMU33790
Weather Stay informed about the weather. Check weather forecasts before boating. Avoid boat- ing in hazardous weather.
EMU33800
Accident reporting Boat operators are required by law to file a Boating Accident Report with their state boat- ing law enforcement agency if their boat is in- volved in any of the following accidents: 1. There is loss of life or probable loss of life. 2. There is personal injury that requires
medical attention beyond first aid. 3. There is property damage to boats or oth-
er property over a certain amount. 4. There is complete loss of a boat. Contact local law enforcement personnel if a report is necessary. EMU33870
Boat education and training Operators should take a boating safety course. This may be required in your state. Many of the organizations listed in the next section can provide information about cours- es in your area. You may also want to consider an Internet- based program for basic boater education. The Online Boating Safety Course provided by the BoatU.S. Foundation, is approved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and recognized by the United States Coast Guard. Most, but not all, states accept this course to meet their minimum requirements. While it cannot re- place an in-depth course such as one offered by the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Power Squad- ron, or other organization, this online course does provide a general overview of the basics in boating safety, requirements, navigation, and operation. Upon successful completion of the course, the user can download a certifi- cate of completion immediately or, for a small charge, request one by mail. To take this free course, go to boatus.org.
ZMU06025
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EMU33880
Passenger training Make sure at least one other passenger is trained to operate the boat in the event of an emergency. EMU33890
Boating safety publications Be informed about boating safety. Additional publications and information can be obtained from many boating organizations. EMU33590
Laws and regulations Know the marine laws and regulations where you will be boating- and obey them. Several sets of rules prevail according to geographic location, but all are basically the same as the International Rules of the Road. The rules presented in the following section are con- densed- and have been provided for your convenience only. Contact the U.S. Coast Guard, the National Association of State Boating Law Administra- tors, or your local Power Squadron for a com- plete set of rules governing the waters in which you will be using your boat. EMU33682
Boating organizations The following organizations provide boating safety training and information about boating safety and laws.
United States Coast Guard Consumer Affairs Staff (G-BC) Office of Boating, Public, and Consumer Af- fairs U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters Washington, D.C. 20593-0001 http://www.uscgboating.org/
United States Power Squadrons 1-888-FOR-USPS (1-888-367-8777) http://www.usps.org/
Boat Owners Association of The United States 1-800-336-BOAT (1-800-336-2628) http://www.boatus.com/
National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) 1500 Leestown Road, Suite 330 Lexington, KY 40511 859-225-9497 http://www.nasbla.org/
National Marine Manufacturers Associa- tion (NMMA) 200 East Randolph Drive Suite 5100 Chicago, IL 60601 http://www.nmma.org/
Marine Retailers Association of America 155 N. Michigan Ave. Chicago, IL 60304 http://www.mraa.com/
EMU33691
Basic boating rules (Rules of the road)
Just as there are rules that apply when you are driving on streets and highways, there are waterway rules that apply when you are driv- ing your boat. These rules are used interna- tionally. (For U.S.A.: and are also enforced by the United States Coast Guard and local agencies.) You should be aware of these rules, and follow them whenever you encoun- ter another vessel on the water. EMU33700
Steering and sailing rules and sound signals Whenever two vessels on the water meet one another, one vessel has the right-of-way; it is called the stand-on vessel. The vessel that does not have the right-of-way is called the
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give-way or burdenedvessel. These rules determine which vessel has the right-of-way, and what each vessel should do.
Stand-on vessel The vessel with the right-of-way has the duty to continue its course and speed, except to avoid an immediate collision. When you main- tain your direction and speed, the other vessel will be able to determine how best to avoid you.
Give-way vessel The vessel that does not have the right-of- way has the duty to take positive and timely action to stay out of the way of the Stand-On vessel. Normally, you should not cross in front of the vessel with the right-of-way. You should slow down or change directions briefly and pass behind the other vessel. You should al- ways move in such a way that the operator of the other vessel can see what you are doing. The general prudential rule This rule is called Rule 2 in the International Rules and says, In obeying and construing these rules due regard shall be had to all dangers of naviga- tion and collision, and to any special circum- stances, which may render a departure from the above rules necessary in order to avoid immediate danger. In other words, follow the standard rules ex- cept when a collision will occur unless both vessels try to avoid each other. If that is the case, both vessels become Give-Way ves- sels. EMU25521
Rules when encountering vessels There are three main situations that you may encounter with other vessels which could lead to a collision unless the Steering Rules are fol- lowed:
Meeting: (you are approaching another ves- sel head-on) Crossing: (you are traveling across the other vessels path) Overtaking: (you are passing or being passed by another vessel) In the following illustration, your boat is in the center. You should give the right-of-way to any vessels shown in white area (you are the Give-Way vessel). Any vessels in the shaded area must yield to you (they are the Give-Way vessels). Both you and the meeting vessel must alter course to avoid each other.
Meeting If you are meeting another power vessel head on, and are close enough to run the risk of col- lision, neither of you has the right-of-way Both of you should alter course to avoid an acci- dent. You should keep the other vessel on your port (left) side. This rule doesnt apply if both of you will clear one another if you con- tinue on your set course and speed.
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Crossing When two power driven vessels are crossing each others path close enough to run the risk of collision, the vessel which has the other on the starboard (right) side must keep out of the way of the other. If the other vessel is on your right, you must keep out of its way; you are the Give-Way vessel. If the other vessel is on your port (left) side, remember that you should maintain course and direction, provid- ed the other vessel gives you the right-of-way as it should.
Overtaking If you are passing another vessel, you are the Give-Way vessel. This means that the other vessel is expected to maintain its course and speed. You must stay out of its way until you are clear of it. Likewise, if another vessel is passing you, you should maintain your speed and direction so that the other vessel can steer itself around you.
EMU25531
Other special situations There are three other rules you should be aware of when driving your boat around other vessels. Narrow channels and bends When navigating in narrow channels, you should keep to the right when it is safe and practical to do so. If the operator of a power- driven vessel is preparing to go around a bend that may obstruct the view of other water vessels, the operator should sound a pro- longed blast on the whistle (4 to 6 seconds). If another vessel is around the bend, it too should sound the whistle. Even if no reply is heard, however, the vessel should still pro- ceed around the bend with caution. If you nav- igate such waters with your boat, you will need to carry a portable air horn, available from local marine supply stores. Fishing vessel right-of-way All vessels that are fishing with nets, lines or trawls are considered to be fishing vessels under the International Rules. Vessels with trolling lines are not considered fishing ves- sels. Fishing vessels have the right-of-way re- gardless of position. Fishing vessels cannot, however, impede the passage of other ves- sels in narrow channels. Sailing vessel right-of-way Sailing vessels should normally be given the right-of-way. The exceptions to this are: 1. When the sailing vessel is overtaking the
power-driven vessel, the power-driven vessel has the right-of-way.
2. Sailing vessels should keep clear of any fishing vessel.
3. In a narrow channel, a sailing vessel should not hamper the safe passage of a power-driven vessel that can navigate only in such a channel.
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Reading buoys and other markers The waters of the United States are marked for safe navigation by the lateral system of buoyage. Simply put, buoys and markers have an arrangement of shapes, colors, num- bers and lights to show which side of the buoy a boater should pass on when navigating in a particular direction. The markings on these buoys are oriented from the perspective of be- ing entered from seaward (the boater is going towards the port). This means that red buoys are passed on the starboard (right) side when proceeding from open water into port, and black buoys are to port (left) side. When navi- gating out of port, your position with respect to the buoys should be reversed; red buoys should be to port and black buoys to star- board. Many bodies of water used by boaters are en- tirely within the boundaries of a particular state. The Uniform State Waterway Marking System has been devised for these waters. This system uses buoys and signs with dis- tinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory or advisory information. These markers are white with black letters and orange boarders. They signify speed zones, restricted areas, danger areas, and general information. Remember, markings may vary by geograph- ic location. Always consult local boating au- thorities before driving your boat in unfamiliar waters.
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ZMU01708
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EMU25171
Identification numbers record EMU40380
Outboard motor serial number The outboard motor serial number is stamped on the label attached to the port side of the clamp bracket. Write down your outboard motor serial num- ber in the spaces provided in the following il- lustration to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha dealer or for reference if your outboard motor is stolen.
EMU40391
Key number A main switch key is included with the switch panel or remote control box. The key identifi- cation number is stamped on your key as shown in the illustration. Write down this num- ber in the space provided for reference when ordering a new key.
1. Outboard motor serial number location
1
ZMU06886
1. Key number
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EMU33521
Read manuals and labels Before operating or working on this outboard motor: Read this manual. Read any manuals supplied with the boat. Read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat. If you need any additional information, contact your Yamaha dealer. EMU33831
Warning labels If these labels are damaged or missing, contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements. VF250A, VF225A, VF200A
1
2
3 ZMU06887
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EMU33850
Other labels EMU40290
Symbols The following symbols mean as follows.
Notice/Warning
1
2
ZMU05741
3
ZMU05710
ZMU05696
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Read Owners Manual
Hazard caused by continuous rotation
Electrical hazard
Remote control lever operating direction, dual direction
Engine start/Engine cranking
ZMU05664
ZMU05665
ZMU05666
ZMU05667
ZMU05668
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EMU40500
Specifications TIP: (SUS) indicates that the specification is for the outboard motor when it is equipped with a stainless steel propeller. EMU2821J
Dimension: Overall length:
959 mm (37.8 in) Overall width:
664 mm (26.1 in) Overall height L:
1749 mm (68.9 in) Transom height L:
493 mm (19.4 in) Weight (SUS) L:
234.0 kg (516 lb) Performance:
Full throttle operating range: 50006000 r/min
Maximum output: VF200A 147.0 kW@6000 r/min (200 HP@6000 r/min) VF225A 165.0 kW@6000 r/min (225 HP@6000 r/min) VF250A 184.0 kW@6000 r/min (250 HP@6000 r/min)
Idle speed (in neutral): 750 50 r/min
Engine: Type:
4-stroke V Displacement:
4169.0 cm Bore stroke:
96.0 96.0 mm (3.78 3.78 in) Ignition system:
TCI Spark plug (NGK):
LFR6A-11
Spark plug gap: 1.01.1 mm (0.0390.043 in)
Control system: Remote control
Starting system: Electric starter
Starting carburetion system: Electronic fuel injection
Valve clearance (cold engine) IN: 0.170.24 mm (0.00670.0094 in)
Valve clearance (cold engine) EX: 0.310.38 mm (0.01220.0150 in)
Min. cold cranking amps (CCA/SAE): 700.0 A
Min. marine cranking amps (MCA/ABYC): 900.0 A
Min. reserve capacity (RC/SAE): 220 minutes
Maximum generator output: 49 A
Drive unit: Gear positions:
Forward-neutral-reverse Gear ratio:
1.75(21/12) Trim and tilt system:
Power trim and tilt Propeller mark:
T Fuel and oil:
Recommended fuel: VF200A Regular unleaded gasoline VF225A Premium unleaded gasoline VF250A Premium unleaded gasoline
Min. pump octane: VF200A 87 VF225A 89 VF250A 89
Recommended engine oil: YAMALUBE 4-M FC-W or 4-stroke outboard motor oil
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Recommended engine oil group: SAE 5W-30/10W-30 API SE/SF/SG/SH/SJ/SL
Total engine oil quantity (oil pan capacity): 7.1 L (7.50 US qt, 6.25 Imp.qt)
Lubrication: Wet sump
Recommended gear oil: YAMALUBE MARINE LOWER UNIT GEAR LUBE HD or Hypoid gear oil: SAE 90, API GL-4/GL-5 or SAE 80W, API GL-5
Gear oil quantity: 1.045 L (1.105 US qt, 0.920 Imp.qt)
Tightening torque for engine: Spark plug:
28.0 Nm (2.86 kgf-m, 20.7 ft-lb) Propeller nut:
54.0 Nm (5.51 kgf-m, 39.8 ft-lb) EMU33554
Installation requirements EMU40480
Boat horsepower rating
WARNING EWM01560
Overpowering a boat can cause severe in- stability.
Before mounting the outboard motor, check that the horsepower of the outboard motor does not exceed the maximum horsepower rating on the capacity plate of the boat. If the boat does not have a capacity plate, consult the boat manufacturer. EMU40490
Mounting outboard motor
WARNING EWM02500
Improper mounting of the outboard mo- tor could result in hazardous conditions such as poor handling, loss of control, or fire hazards.
Because the outboard motor is very heavy, special equipment and training is required to mount it safely.
Your dealer or other person experienced in proper rigging should mount the outboard mo- tor using correct equipment and complete rig- ging instructions. For further information, see page 46. EMU33581
Remote control requirements
WARNING EWM01580
If the engine starts in gear, the boat can move suddenly and unexpectedly, pos- sibly causing a collision or throwing passengers overboard.
If the engine ever starts in gear, the start-in-gear protection device is not working correctly and you should dis- continue using the outboard. Contact your Yamaha dealer.
The remote control unit must be equipped with a start-in-gear protection device(s). This device prevents the engine from starting un- less it is in neutral. EMU25694
Battery requirements EMU25713
Specifications of Battery Use a fully charged battery that meets the fol- lowing specifications. The engine cannot be started if battery voltage is too low.
Minimum cold cranking amps (CCA/SAE):
700.0 A Minimum marine cranking amps (MCA/ABYC):
900.0 A Minimum reserve capacity (RC/SAE):
220 minutes
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NOTICE ECM01061
Do not use a battery that does not meet the specified capacity. If a battery that does not meet specifications is used, the elec- tric system could perform poorly or be overloaded, causing electric system dam- age.
EMU36290
Mounting battery Mount the battery holder securely in a dry, well-ventilated, vibration-free location in the boat. WARNING! Do not put flammable items, or loose heavy or metal objects in the same compartment as the battery. Fire, explosion or sparks could result. [EWM01820]
EMU41281
Propeller selection Next to selecting an outboard motor, selecting the right propeller is one of the most important purchasing decisions a boater can make. The type, size, and design of your propeller have a direct impact on acceleration, top speed, fuel economy, and even engine life. Yamaha designs and manufactures propellers for ev- ery Yamaha outboard motor and every appli- cation. Your Yamaha dealer can help you select the right propeller for your boating needs. Select a propeller that will allow the engine to reach the middle or upper half of the operating range at full throttle with the maximum boat- load. Generally, select a larger pitch propeller for a smaller operating load and a smaller pitch propeller for a heavier load. If you carry loads that vary widely, select the propeller that lets the engine run in the proper range for your maximum load but remember that you may need to reduce your throttle setting to stay within the recommended engine speed range when carrying lighter loads.
Yamaha recommends Ventless Design For new 4-stroke VMAX SHO for your propeller. For further information, consult your Yamaha dealer. To check the propeller, see page 77.
EMU25770
Start-in-gear protection Yamaha outboard motors or Yamaha-ap- proved remote control units are equipped with start-in-gear protection device(s). This feature permits the engine to be started only when it is in neutral. Always select neutral before starting the engine. EMU41093
Engine oil requirements Select the engine oil to use from the following recommended engine oils.
1. Propeller pitch in inches 2. Propeller diameter in inches 3. Type of propeller (propeller mark)
ZMU07044
3 1
2
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EMU36360
Fuel requirements EMU41330
Gasoline Use a good quality gasoline that meets the minimum octane requirement. If knocking or pinging occurs, use a different brand of gaso- line or premium unleaded fuel. Yamaha rec- ommends that you use alcohol-free gasoline (see Gasoline with Ethanol) whenever possi- ble. The use of a poor quality gasoline may result in starting and running problems. If you en- counter drivability problems, which you sus- pect could be related to the fuel you are using, we recommend that you switch to a recog- nized high quality brand of gasoline, such as a gasoline that is advertised as Top Tier De- tergent Gasoline. Failure to comply with these recommendations may also result in un- scheduled maintenance, fuel system dam- age, and internal engine damage.
NOTICE ECM01981
Do not use leaded gasoline. Leaded gas- oline can seriously damage the engine.
Avoid getting water and contaminants in the fuel tank. Contaminated fuel can cause poor performance or engine dam- age. Use only fresh gasoline that has been stored in clean containers.
Gasoline with Ethanol Two types of gasoline are commonly avail- able in the U.S.A. for use in automobiles and boats: conventional gasoline without Ethanol and gasoline with Ethanol, which is typically referred to as E10 gasoline. According to fed- eral regulations, E10 gasoline may contain up to 10% Ethanol. A high quality gasoline without Ethanol is the preferred fuel for your Yamaha outboard mo- tor. However, if gasoline with Ethanol is the only fuel available in your area, your Yamaha outboard motor is calibrated to run properly on fresh E10 gasoline that meets the mini- mum octane requirement specified for this model.
NOTICE ECM02400
Never use a gasoline for your outboard motor that contains more than 10% Etha- nol, such as E85 which contains 85% Eth- anol, or gasoline containing any amount of Methanol. These fuels can cause start-
Recommended engine oil: YAMALUBE 4-M FC-W or 4-stroke outboard motor oil
Recommended engine oil group: SAE 5W-30/10W-30 API SE/SF/SG/SH/SJ/SL
Total engine oil quantity (oil pan capaci- ty):
7.1 L (7.50 US qt, 6.25 Imp.qt) Replacement engine oil quantity (at peri- odic maintenance):
Without oil filter replacement: 6.4 L (6.76 US qt, 5.63 Imp.qt)
With oil filter replacement: 6.7 L (7.08 US qt, 5.90 Imp.qt)
Recommended fuel: VF200A Regular unleaded gasoline VF225A Premium unleaded gasoline VF250A Premium unleaded gasoline
Min. pump octane: VF200A 87 VF225A 89 VF250A 89
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ing and running problems, as well as seri- ous fuel system and internal engine damage.
Gasoline containing ethanol has several properties that may cause boat fuel system problems. Ethanol is a strong solvent (cleaning agent)
that can clean gum and varnish deposits from a boats fuel system, particularly in old- er boats, as well as tanks and pipes used in gasoline distribution. These released de- posits contaminate the fuel and can cause problems, such as clogged fuel filters, car- buretors, or fuel injectors, which could re- sult in engine damage.
Ethanol may dissolve resins used in the construction of fiberglass fuel tanks. The dissolved resins contaminate the fuel and can cause problems, such as clogged fuel filters, carburetors, or fuel injectors, which could result in engine damage.
Ethanol is hygroscopic (has a strong attrac- tion to water). Therefore, any water that in- advertently enters the fuel system, including moisture that is absorbed from the air, will mix with the ethanol in the gasoline. If the amount of water is excessive, the eth- anol and water mixture will separate from the gasoline in a layer at the bottom of the fuel tank. This ethanol and water mixture is very corrosive to aluminum fuel tanks and fuel system components.
The usable life span of E10 gasoline may be shorter than the normal length of off-sea- son boat storage, causing starting and run- ning problems related to stale fuel.
For more information on using fuel containing ethanol, visit: http://www.yamaha-motor.com
Gasoline Filtration Yamaha outboard motors are equipped with internal fuel filters. However, excessive water or debris entering your engines fuel system could prematurely clog the internal filters, causing starting and running problems, fuel system damage, and internal engine damage. Therefore, it is recommended that an external 10-micron water-separating fuel filter be in- stalled on your