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U69J14E0.book Page 5 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM General information driving your boat. These rules are used inter- pass behind the other vessel. You should al- nationally, and are also enforced by the Unit- ways move in such a way that the operator of ed States Coast Guard and local agencies. the other vessel can see what you are doing. You should be aware of these rules, and fol- “The general prudential rule” This rule is called Rule 2 in the International low them whenever you encounte
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U69J14E0.book Page 6 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM General information Meeting Overtaking If you are meeting another power vessel head If you are passing another vessel, you are the on, and are close enough to run the risk of col- “Give-Way” vessel. This means that the other lision, neither of you has the right-of-way! vessel is expected to maintain its course and Both of you should alter course to avoid an ac- speed. You must stay out of its way until you cident. You should keep the other
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U69J14E0.book Page 7 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM General information Fishing vessel right-of-way System has been devised for these waters. All vessels which are fishing with nets, lines or This system uses buoys and signs with dis- trawls are considered to be “fishing vessels” tinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory under the International Rules. Vessels with or advisory information. These markers are trolling lines are not considered fishing ves- white with black letters and orange
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U69J14E0.book Page 8 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM General information ZMU01708 EMU25540 Do not smoke when refueling, and keep Fueling instructions away from sparks, flames, or other EWM00010 sources of ignition. WARNING Stop engine before refueling. GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH- Refuel in a well-ventilated area. Refuel LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE! portable fuel tanks off the boat. 8
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U69J14E0.book Page 9 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM General information EMU25680 Take care not to spill gasoline. If gaso- Engine oil line spills, wipe it up immediately with dry rags. Recommended engine oil: 4-stroke motor oil with a combination of Do not overfill the fuel tank. corresponding SAE and API as shown Tighten the filler cap securely after refu- in the chart eling. Engine oil quantity (excluding oil filter): If you should swallow some gasoline, in- 5.6 L (5.92 US qt) (4
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U69J14E0.book Page 10 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM General information tric system could perform poorly or be Yamaha dealers stock a range of propellers, overloaded, causing electric system dam- and can advise you and install a propeller on age. your outboard that is best suited to your appli- cation. For electric start models, choose a battery which meets the following specifications. EMU25711 Battery specifications Minimum cold cranking amps x - (CCA/SAE): 123 512.0 A Minimum marine cra
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U69J14E0.book Page 11 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM Basic components EMU25795 Main components NOTE: * May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all models. EMU26180 1. Top cowling Remote control 2. Anti-cavitation plate The remote control lever actuates both the 3. Trim tab (anode) shifter and the throttle. The electrical switches 4. Propeller are mounted on the remote control box. 5. Cooling water inlet 6. Clamp bracket 7. Top cowling lock lever(s) 8. P
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U69J14E0.book Page 12 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM Basic components 2. Remote control lever 4. Shift 3. Neutral interlock trigger 5. Fully closed 4. Neutral throttle lever 6. Throttle 5. Main switch / choke switch 7. Fully open 6. Engine stop lanyard switch 7. Throttle friction adjuster N 1 F R 4 4 2 3 1 2 6 6 5 5 4 7 2 7 ZMU04573 3 1. Neutral “” ZMU04569 2. Forward “” 1. Remote control lever 3. Reverse “” 2. Power trim and tilt switch 4. Shift 3. Free accelerator 5. Fully closed 4. Thrott
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U69J14E0.book Page 13 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM Basic components After the button is pushed, the throttle be- NOTE: gins to open after the remote control lever is The neutral throttle lever will operate only moved at least 35°. when the remote control lever is in neutral. After using the free accelerator, return the The remote control lever will operate only remote control lever to the neutral position. when the neutral throttle lever is in the closed The free accelerator button wil
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U69J14E0.book Page 14 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM Basic components NOTE: The engine cannot be started with the lock plate removed. ZMU04563 When constant speed is desired, tighten the adjuster to maintain the desired throttle set- ting. EMU25990 1. Lanyard Engine stop lanyard switch 2. Lock plate The lock plate must be attached to the engine stop switch for the engine to run. The lanyard ON ON OFF START OFF START should be attached to a secure place on the operator’s clothing, or arm or l
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F200D
LF200D
F225D
LF225D
OWNER’S MANUAL
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, USA U.S.A.Edition
Printed in Japan
LIT-18626-06-07
April 2004–2.3 × 1 CR Printed on recycled paper
69J-28199-14
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ZMU01690 Read this owner’s manual carefully before operating your outboard motor.
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U69J14E0.book Page 1 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM Important manual information EMU25100 your machine and this manual. If there is any To the owner question concerning this manual, please con- Thank you for choosing a Yamaha outboard sult your Yamaha dealer. motor. This Owner’s Manual contains infor- NOTE: mation needed for proper operation, mainte- The F200TR, LF200TR, F225TR, LF225TR nance and care. A thorough understanding of and the standard accessories are used as a these simple instru
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U69J14E0.book Page 1 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM Table of contents Tilt support lever for power trim General information ......................1 and tilt or hydro tilt model.......... 17 Identification numbers record...... 1 Top cowling lock lever Outboard motor serial number ....... 1 (pull up type) ............................. 17 Key number.................................... 1 Flushing device ............................ 17 Emission control information ....... 1 Digital tachometer .
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U69J14E0.book Page 2 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM Table of contents Greasing....................................... 48 Operating engine....................... 30 Cleaning and adjusting Feeding fuel.................................. 30 spark plug ................................. 49 Starting engine ............................. 30 Checking fuel system ................... 49 Warming up engine ................... 32 Inspecting fuel filter ...................... 50 Manual start and electric s
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U69J14E0.book Page 3 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM Table of contents YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A. FOUR-STROKE OUTBOARD MOTOR THREE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ........... 70 IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION IF YOU USE YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE U.S.A. OR CANADA .............. 72
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U69J14E0.book Page 1 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM General information EMU25170 Identification numbers record EMU25182 Outboard motor serial number The outboard motor serial number is stamped on the label attached to the port side of the clamp bracket or the upper part of the swivel bracket. Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha dealer or for reference in case your outboard motor is sto- len. 1. Key number EMU2
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U69J14E0.book Page 2 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM General information ZMU01699 1. Star labels location EMU25261 Manufactured date label EMU25280 One Star—Low Emission This label is attached to the clamp bracket or The one-star label identifies engines that the swivel bracket. meet the Air Resources Board’s 2001 ex- haust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 75% lower emissions than conventional carbureted two-stroke en- gines. These engines are equivalent to the U.S. EP
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U69J14E0.book Page 3 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM General information the rated horsepower capacity of the boat. If the rated horsepower capacity of the boat is unknown, consult the dealer or boat man- ufacturer. Do not modify the outboard. Modifications could make the motor unfit or unsafe to use. Never operate after drinking alcohol or tak- ing drugs. About 50% of all boating fatalities involve intoxication. ZMU01703 Have an approved personal flotation device EMU25300 (PFD) on boar
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U69J14E0.book Page 4 Friday, March 12, 2004 10:20 AM General information EMU25380 Stay informed about the weather. Check Important labels weather forecasts before boating. Avoid EMU25395 boating in hazardous weather. Warning labels Tell someone where you are going: leave a Float Plan with a responsible person. Be sure to cancel the Float Plan when you re- turn. Use common sense and good judgment when boating. Know your abilities, and be sure you understand how your boat han- dles under
