2007 Yamaha Outboard 115 Boat Motor Owners Manual

115 OWNER’S MANUAL q Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. U.S.A.Edition LIT-18626-07-95 6N6-28199-1H EMU25062 ZMU01690 Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. Keep this manual onboard in a waterproof bag when boating. This manual should stay with the outboard motor if it is sold. Important manual information EMU31283 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. In this Owner’s Manual particularly important information is distinguished in the following ways. : This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. EWM00781 there is any question concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer. TIP: The 115TR and the standard accessories are used as a base for the explanations and illustrations in this manual. Therefore some items may not apply to every model. EMU25111 115 OWNER’S MANUAL 2008 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA 1st edition, April 2008 Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is expressly prohibited. Printed in Japan P/N LIT-18626-07-95 WARNING A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. ECM00701 NOTICE A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the outboard motor or other property. TIP: A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer. Yamaha continually seeks advancements in product design and quality. Therefore, while this manual contains the most current product information available at the time of printing, there may be minor discrepancies between your machine and this manual. If Table of contents Safety information . 1 Outboard motor safety 1 Propeller 1 Rotating parts 1 Hot parts . 1 Electric shock 1 Power trim and tilt . 1 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) . 1 Gasoline 1 Gasoline exposure and spills 2 Carbon monoxide 2 Modifications . 2 Remote control requirements 14 Battery requirements . 14 Specifications of Battery 14 Mounting battery . 14 Multiple batteries . 15 Propeller selection Start-in-gear protection . Engine oil requirements Fuel requirements . Muddy or acidic water . Anti-fouling paint . Motor disposal requirements . Emission control information . Gasoline 16 Ring Free Fuel Additive . 16 Boating safety . 2 Alcohol and drugs . 2 Personal flotation devices . 2 People in the water . 2 Passengers . 2 Overloading . 2 Avoid collisions . 3 Weather 3 Accident reporting . 3 Boat education and training 3 Passenger training 4 Boating safety publications . 4 Laws and regulations 4 North American models.