Yamaha VF200 Outboard Motor User Manual


 
Operation
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5. Immediately after the engine starts, re-
lease the main switch to return it to the
“” (on) position. NOTICE: Never turn
the main switch to “” (start)
while the engine is running. Do not
keep the starter motor turning for
more than 5 seconds. If the starter mo-
tor is turned continuously for more
than 5 seconds, the battery will be
quickly discharged, thus making it im-
possible to start the engine. The start-
er can also be damaged. If the engine
will not start after 5 seconds of crank-
ing, return the main switch to “”
(on), wait 10 seconds, then crank the
engine again.
[ECM00192]
EMU36510
Checks after starting engine
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Cooling water
Check for a steady flow of water from the cool-
ing water pilot hole. A continuous flow of water
from the cooling water pilot hole shows that
the water pump is pumping water through the
cooling water passages.
T
IP:
When the engine is started, there may be a
slight delay before water flows from the cool-
ing water pilot hole.
NOTICE
ECM02250
If water is not flowing out of the cooling
water pilot hole at all times while the en-
gine is running, overheating and serious
damage could occur. Stop the engine and
check whether the cooling water inlet on
the lower case or the cooling water pilot
hole is blocked. Consult your Yamaha
dealer if the problem cannot be located
and corrected.
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START
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1. Cooling water pilot hole
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