2008 Yamaha Outboard 8 8hp Boat Owners Manual

8 OWNER’S MANUAL U.S.A.Edition LIT-18626-08-33 6M8-F8199-1E 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 8MH 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. EMU25131 8 OWNER’S MANUAL 2009 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA 1st Edition, March 2009 Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is expressly prohibited. Printed in France P/N LIT-18626-08-33 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 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) . 1 Gasoline 1 Gasoline exposure and spills 1 Carbon monoxide 1 Modifications . 2 Engine oil requirements 15 Fuel requirements . 15 Gasoline 15 Ring Free Fuel Additive . 16 Muddy or acidic water . Anti-fouling paint . Motor disposal requirements . Emergency equipment Emission control information . 16 16 16 16 16 North American models . 16 Boating safety . 2 Alcohol and drugs . 2 Personal flotation devices . 2 People in the water . 2 Passengers . 2 Overloading . 2 Avoid collisions . 2 Weather 3 Accident reporting . 3 Boat education and training 3 Passenger training 3 Boating safety publications . 3 Laws and regulations 3 Components 18 Components diagram 18 Fuel tank . 18 Fuel joint 19 Fuel gauge 19 Fuel tank cap . 19 Air vent screw 19 Tiller handle . 19 Gear shift lever 19 Throttle grip . 19 Throttle indicator . 20 Throttle friction adjuster . 20 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) and clip . 20 Engine stop button 21 Choke knob for pull type . 21 Manual starter handle . 21 Steering friction adjuster . 21 Trim rod (tilt pin) 22 Shallow water lever . 22 Tilt support knob 22 Cowling lock lever(s) (turn type) 22 Boating organizations 4 Basic boating rules (Rules of the road) 4 Steering and sailing rules and sound signals 4 Rules when encountering vessels 5 Other special situations . 6 General information 9 Identification numbers record 9 Outboard motor serial number 9 Installation . 23 Installation . 23 Mounting the outboard motor 23 Clamping the outboard motor 24 Read manuals and labels 10 Warning labels 10 Specifications and requirements 13 Specifications 13 Installation requirements . 14 Boat horsepower rating . 14 Mounting motor . 14 Operation . 26 First-time operation . 26 Breaking in engine 26 Getting to know your boat . 26 Checks before starting engine 26 Fuel level . 27 Remove cowling 27 Fuel system . 27 Controls . 27 Propeller selection . 14 Start-in-gear protection . 15 Table of contents Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) . 27 Oil 27 Engine . 28 Install cowling 28 motor . 43 Periodic maintenance . 43 Replacement parts 44 Maintenance interval guidelines 44 Maintenance chart 1 45 Maintenance chart 2 47 Greasing.