Yamaha LIT-18626-07-93 Outboard Motor User Manual


 
Operation
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EMU27321
Oil level indicator operation
The various functions of the oil level system are as follows:
EMU27364
Electric start models
EMU27451
Operating engine
EMU27464
Feeding fuel (portable tank)
WARNING
EWM00420
Before starting the engine, make sure
that the boat is tightly moored and that
you can steer clear of any obstructions.
Be sure there are no swimmers in the
water near you.
When the air vent screw is loosened,
gasoline vapor will be released. Gaso-
line is highly flammable, and its vapors
are flammable and explosive. Refrain
from smoking, and keep away from
open flames and sparks while loosen-
ing the air vent screw.
This product emits exhaust gases
which contain carbon monoxide, a col-
orless, odorless gas which could cause
brain damage or death when inhaled.
Symptoms include nausea, dizziness,
and drowsiness. Keep cockpit and cab-
in areas well ventilated. Avoid blocking
exhaust outlets.
1. If there is an air vent screw on the fuel
Oil level-alert
indicator
(digital
tachometer)
Oil level-alert
indicator
(analog
tachometer/
bottom
cowling)
Engine oil tank Remarks
Green
more than 770
cm
3
(0.81 US qt,
0.68 Imp qt)
No refilling necessary.
Yellow
from 770 cm
3
(0.81 US qt,
0.68 Imp qt) down
to 280 cm
3
(0.30 US qt,
0.25 Imp qt)
Add oil; see page 40.
Red
280 cm
3
(0.30 US qt,
0.25 Imp qt) or
less
Buzzer sounds in
remote control box
and engine speed is
limited to about 2000
r/min to help con-
serve oil.
Check oil filter for
clogging.