User manual YAMAHA 300 3.3L HPDI-2004

[. . . ] Z300C LZ300C OWNER'S MANUAL U. S. A. Edition LIT-18626-05-69 6D0-28199-11 EMU25071 ZMU01690 Read this owner's manual carefully before operating your outboard motor. Important manual information EMU25100 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. [. . . ] Third through tenth hours: Avoid operating at full throttle for more than 5 minutes at a time. Let the engine cool between full-throttle runs. After the first 10 hours: Operate the engine normally. 5. EMU27100 Preoperation checks EWM00080 WARNING If any item in the preoperation check is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the outboard motor. Otherwise an accident could occur. ECM00120 ZMU01945 EMU27090 CAUTION: Do not start the engine out of water. Overheating and serious engine damage can occur. EMU27110 Procedure for HPDI models Run the engine under load (in gear with a propeller installed) as follows. First 10 minutes: Run the engine at the lowest possible speed. Next 50 minutes: Do not exceed half throttle (approximately 3000 r/min). If you have an easy-planing boat, accelerate at full throttle onto plane, then immediately reduce the throttle to 3000 r/min or less. Second hour: Accelerate at full throttle onto plane, then reduce engine speed to three-quarter throttle (approximately 4000 r/min). Run at full throttle for one minute, then allow about 10 minutes of operation at three- Fuel G G G G Check to be sure you have plenty of fuel for your trip. Make sure there are no fuel leaks or gasoline fumes. Check fuel line connections to be sure they are tight (if equipped Yamaha fuel tank or boat tank). Be sure the fuel tank is positioned on a secure, flat surface, and that the fuel line is not twisted or flattened, or likely to contact sharp objects (if equipped Yamaha fuel tank or boat tank). EMU27120 Oil G Check to be sure you have plenty of oil for your trip. 30 Operation EMU27130 Controls G G G G Check throttle, shift, and steering for proper operation before starting the engine. The controls should work smoothly, without binding or unusual free play. Check operation of the starter and stop switches when the outboard motor is in the water. G of storage. If premix fuel is used, the fuel injector could be damaged. EMU27150 Engine G G G G Check the engine and engine mounting. Check that the battery is in good condition and the battery connections are secure. EMU27221 Operation after a long period of storage When operating the engine after a long period (12 months) of storage, proceed as follows: 1. Leave it idling. EWM00090 ZMU01875 WARNING G G Do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or during operation. Keep hands, hair, and clothes away from the flywheel and other rotating parts while the engine is running. 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. 2. ECM00560 CAUTION: G Be sure to take the above steps when operating the engine after a long period 31 Operation While many additives available may reduce deposits, Yamaha recommends the use of Ring Free Fuel Additive, available from your Yamaha dealer. [. . . ] Release the switch when oil reaches the upper level line on the engine oil tank. Do not use this emergency procedure unless the oil level warning indicators are working. 2. 4. OFF ON START 5. After using the emergency switch, turn off the main switch, then turn it back on. This resets the warning system to normal operation. [. . . ]