2004 Yamaha Outboard 8C Boat Motor Owners Manual

8C OWNER’S MANUAL U.S.A.Edition LIT-18626-05-30 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.

In this Owner’s Manual particularly important information is distinguished in the following ways. The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! cC A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the outboard motor. NOTE: A NOTE 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 there is any question concerning this manual, please consult your Yamaha dealer. NOTE: The 8MH and its standard accessories are used as a base for the explanations and illustrations in this manual. Therefore, some items may not apply to every model. Q w Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the machine operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the outboard motor. EMU01446* 8C OWNER’S MANUAL 2003 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA 1st Edition, January 2003 Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is expressly prohibited. Printed in France P/N LIT-18626-05-30 EMA20010 CONTENTS E GENERAL INFORMATION 1 2 3 4 5 6 BASIC COMPONENTS OPERATION MAINTENANCE TROUBLE RECOVERY INDEX READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR OUTBOARD MOTOR. E EMB00010 Chapter 1 GENERAL INFORMATION IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS RECORD 1-1 EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION .1-2 SAFETY INFORMATION 1-3 IMPORTANT LABELS 1-5 BASIC BOATING RULES .1-6 FUELING INSTRUCTIONS .1-10 Gasoline(petrol) 1-11 Engine oil .1-11 PROPELLER SELECTION .1-12 START-IN-GEAR PROTECTION EMU00005 IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS RECORD EMU00007 OUTBOARD MOTOR SERIAL NUMBER M B K INDUSTRIE PRODUCT ASSEMBLED IN FRANCE PRODUIT ASSEMBLE EN FRANCE 1 401012 The outboard motor serial number is stamped on the label attached to the port side of the clamp-bracket. Record your outboard motor serial number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha dealer or for reference in case your outboard motor is stolen. 1 Outboard motor serial number 1-1 E EMU01385 q EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION EMU01386 w NORTH AMERICAN MODELS This engine conforms to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations for marine SI engines. See the label affixed to your engine for details. Approval label of Emission control certificate This label is attached to the bottom cowling. 1 Emission control information label EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY : THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO 2001 U.S. EPA REGULATIONS FOR MARINE SI ENGINES. REFER TO THE OWNERS MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. g/kw-hr FELs : IDLE SPEED : rpm IN NEUTRAL SPARK PLUG : SPARK PLUG GAP (mm) : DISPLACEMENT : cm 3 FUEL : GASOLINE ADVERTISED POWER : EX VALVE LASH (mm) : IN kw Existing Technology ; N/A Manufactured date label This label is attached to the clamp bracket or the swivel bracket. 2 Manufactured date label Manufactured: 1-2 E 8 This product emits exhaust gases which contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas which may cause brain damage or death when inhaled. Symptoms include nausea, dizziness, 8 Before mounting or operating the outand drowsiness. Keep cockpit and cabin board motor, read this entire manual. areas well ventilated. Avoid blocking Reading it should give you an underexhaust outlets. standing of the motor and its operation. 8 Check throttle, shift, and steering for 8 Before operating the boat, read any proper operation before starting the owner’s or operator’s manuals supplied engine. with it and all labels. Be sure you under8 Attach the engine stop switch lanyard stand each item before operating. to a secure place on your clothing, or 8 Do not overpower the boat with this your arm or leg while operating. If you outboard motor. Overpowering the accidentally leave the helm, the lanyard boat could result in loss of control. The will pull from the switch, stopping the rated power of the outboard should be engine. equal to or less than the rated horse8 Know the marine laws and regulations power capacity of the boat. If the rated where you will be boating – and obey horsepower capacity of the boat is them. Refer to the “RULES OF THE unknown, consult the dealer or boat ROAD ” section for basic boating rules. manufacturer. 8 Stay informed about the weather. 8 Do not modify the outboard. Check weather forecasts before boating. Modifications could make the motor Avoid boating in hazardous weather. unfit or unsafe to use. 8 Tell someone where you are going: 8 Never operate after drinking alcohol or leave a Float Plan with a responsible taking drugs. About 50% of all boating person. Be sure to cancel the Float Plan fatalities involve intoxication. when you return. 8 Have an approved personal flotation 8 Use common sense and good judgment device (PFD) on board for every occuwhen boating. Know your abilities, and pant. It is a good idea to wear a PFD be sure you understand how your boat whenever boating. At a minimum, chilhandles under the different boating dren and non-swimmers should always conditions you may encounter. Operate wear PFDs, and everyone should wear within your limits, and the limits of your PFDs when there are potentially hazboat.