User manual YAMAHA 225 3.1L V MAX OX66-2004

[. . . ] VX200C VX225C VX250C OWNER'S MANUAL U. S. A. Edition LIT-18626-05-35 E EMU01448 TO THE OWNER Thank you for choosing a Yamaha outboard motor. This Owner's manual contains information needed for proper operation, maintenance 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. [. . . ] However, the following procedures can be performed by you, the owner, with a minimum of tools. cC Do not use any chemical goods containing Silicon, Phosphorus, or Lead. Otherwise the oxygen sensor for the Electronic Fuel Injection system could be damaged. Consult your Yamaha dealer for details on the use of chemical goods for storage. 4-4 E EMK21010 Filling Fuel Tank Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel and add one ounce of "Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and Stabilizer" (Part No. NOTE: The use of "Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and Stabilizer" eliminates the need to drain the fuel system. Consult your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic if the fuel system is to be drained instead. EMK22710 Flushing Cooling System and Fogging Engine Cooling system flushing is essential to prevent the cooling system from clogging up with salt, sand, or dirt. In addition, fogging of the engine is mandatory to prevent expensive engine damage due to rust. Perform the flushing and fogging at the same time. 1) Remove the top cowling and silencer cover. 2) Install a flushing attachment to the lower unit. (Flushing attachment available from your Yamaha dealer). 903021 cC Avoid running the outboard at high speed while on the flushing attachment, or overheating could occur. w 8 Do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or during operation. 8 Keep hands, hair and clothes away from flywheel and other rotating parts while engine is running. 4-5 605014 E 3) 4) Run the engine at a fast idle for 10~15 minutes. Just prior to turning off the engine, quickly spray "Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine Fogging Oil" (Part No. LUBSTRRT-12-00) alternately into each intake manifold. When properly done, the engine will smoke excessively and almost stall. Remove the flushing attachment and wipe off any excess water. Install the silencer cover and top cowling. Install the propeller. 5) 6) EMU00350* Lubrication 1) Remove the spark plug(s). Spray a "Yamaha Stor-Rite Engine Fogging Oil" into each cylinder for 5 seconds. Grease the spark plug threads and reinstall the spark plug(s) and torque to proper specification. (Refer to "CLEANING AND ADJUSTING SPARK PLUG". ) 2) Turn the engine over with the stop lanyard disconnected to work the fogging oil into the piston rings. This prevents the formation of condensation. [. . . ] WARRANTY DEPARTMENT P. O. Box 6555 Cypress, California 90630 This will ensure that Yamaha Motor Corporation, U. S. A. has an up-to-date registration record in accordance with federal law. EMU01178 IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION IF YOU USE YOUR YAMAHA OUTSIDE U. S. A. OR CANADA Welcome to the Yamaha Family!Congratulations on the purchase of your new Yamaha marine power. [. . . ]