Operation Operate the throttle levers several times to make sure there is no hesitation in their travel. Operation should be smooth over the complete range of motion, and each le- ver should return completely to the idle po- sition. lows: 1. Use a 50:1 gasoline-oil mixture to start the engine. 2. Start the engine. Leave it idling. WARNING! Do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or dur- ing operation. Keep hands, hair, and clothes away from the flywheel and other rotating parts while the engine is running. [EWM00091] 3. Watch for oil flowing through the oil feed pipes. After any air in the oil lines has been expelled, the oil injection system should supply oil normally.
If no oil is flowing after 10 minutes of idling, consult your Yamaha dealer. Look for loose or damaged connections of the throttle and shift cables under the en- gine cowling. EMU36481 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) Inspect the engine shut-off cord for damage, such as cuts, breaks, and wear. 1. Cord 2. Clip 3. Engine shut-off switch ZMU04141 EMU27120 Oil ECM00130 Check to be sure you have plenty of oil for your trip. Be sure to take the above steps when op- erating the engine after a long period of storage. Otherwise engine seizure could occur. EMU27151 Engine Check the engine and engine mounting.
EMU36490 Flushing device Check that flushing device’s garden hose connector is securely screwed on to the fit- ting on the bottom cowling. NOTICE: If the flushing device is not properly connect- ed, cooling water can leak out and the en- gine can overheat during operation. Look for loose or damaged fasteners. Check the propeller for damage. Check for oil leaks. EMU27171 Operation after a long period of storage When operating the engine after a long peri- od (12 months) of storage, proceed as fol- [ECM01800] 37 NOTICE