User manual YAMAHA 25HP-2004

[. . . ] 25C OWNER'S MANUAL U. S. A. Edition LIT-18626-05-42 E EMU14480 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. [. . . ] When transporting and storing the outboard motor, close the air vent screw and fuel cock to prevent fuel from leaking. 000929 TRAILERING OUTBOARD MOTOR The motor should be trailered and stored in the normal running position. If there is insufficient road clearance in this position, then trailer the motor in the tilt position using a motor support device such as a transom saver bar. cC Do not use the tilt support lever/knob when trailering the boat. The outboard motor could shake loose from the tilt support and fall. If the motor can not be trailered in the down position, use an additional support device to secure it in the up position. w 8 Never get under the lower unit while it is tilted, even if a motor support bar is used. Severe injury could occur if the outboard accidentally falls. 8 USE CARE when transporting fuel tank, whether in a boat or car. DO NOT fill fuel container to maximum capacity. Gasoline will expand considerably as it warms up and can build up pressure in the fuel container. This can cause fuel leakage and a potential fire hazard. 4-2 E When transporting or storing the outboard motor while removed from a boat, fold the tiller handle and lean the motor on the tiller handle to keep in a horizontal position. NOTE: Place a towel or the like under the outboard motor to protect it from damage. 102013 cC Keep the power unit higher than the propeller at all times. Otherwise, cooling water can run into the cylinder, which could result in damage. EMU01785 STORING OUTBOARD MOTOR 25, 25-3 When storing your outboard motor for prolonged periods of time (2 months or longer), several important procedures must be performed to prevent excessive damage. It is advisable to have your outboard motor serviced by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to storage. However, the following procedures can be performed by the owner with a minimum of tools. cC 8 Do not place the outboard motor on its side before the cooling water has drained from it completely, otherwise water may enter the cylinder through the exhaust port and cause engine trouble. 8 Store the outboard motor in a dry, well-ventilated place, not in direct sunlight. 4-3 E EMU01796 STORING OUTBOARD MOTOR 30 When storing your Yamaha outboard motor for prolonged periods of time (2 months or longer), several important procedures must be performed to prevent excessive damage. This is especially important for your oil injection-equipped outboard motor due to the lean oil ratios used at idle prior to shutting the engine off for the season. It is advisable to have your outboard motor serviced by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to storage. However, the following procedures can be performed by you, the owner, with a minimum of tools. 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. 4-4 E EMK22211 q w 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. [. . . ] 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. [. . . ]