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F50F F60C FT60D OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. 6C1-28199-24-E0...
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EMU25052 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.
Any damage tain maximum enjoyment from your new resulting from neglect of these instructions is Yamaha. If you have any question about the not covered by warranty. operation or maintenance of your outboard Some countries have laws or regulations re- motor, please consult a Yamaha dealer.
Table of contents Safety information......1 Muddy or acidic water ....14 Anti-fouling paint ......14 Outboard motor safety ....1 Motor disposal requirements..14 Propeller..........1 Emergency equipment ....14 Rotating parts........1 Components ........15 Hot parts ........... 1 Components diagram....
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Table of contents Trim meter........28 Engine oil ........43 Hour meter ........28 Engine ..........44 Low oil pressure-alert indicator ..28 Flushing device ....... 44 Overheat-alert indicator ....29 Install cowling ........44 Digital speedometer ...... 29 Power trim and tilt system ....45 Speedometer ........
Safety information EMU33622 tor and the clamp bracket when the motor is Outboard motor safety trimmed or tilted. Keep body parts out of this Observe these precautions at all times. area at all times. Be sure no one is in this EMU36500 area before operating the power trim and tilt Propeller...
Personal flotation devices cording to the boat manufacturers instruc- Have an approved personal flotation device tions. Overloading or incorrect weight (PFD) on board for every occupant. Yamaha distribution can compromise the boats han-...
Safety information dling and lead to an accident, capsizing or boating in hazardous weather. swamping. EMU33880 Passenger training EMU33771 Avoid collisions Make sure at least one other passenger is Scan constantly for people, objects, and trained to operate the boat in the event of an other boats.
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 sto- len. 1. Key number...
Read any manuals supplied with the boat. ● Read all labels on the outboard motor and the boat. ● If you need any additional information, contact your Yamaha dealer. EMU33831 Warning labels If these labels are damaged or missing, contact your Yamaha dealer for replacements. ZMU05676...
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General information ZMU05670 EMU33912 Contents of labels EWM01671 The above warning labels mean as follows. WARNING Read Owner’s Manuals and labels. ● EWM01691 Wear an approved personal flotation ● WARNING device (PFD). Emergency starting does not have start- Attach engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to ●...
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General information EMU33843 Electrical hazard Symbols The following symbols mean as follows. Notice/Warning ZMU05666 Remote control lever/gear shift lever operat- ing direction, dual direction ZMU05696 Read Owner’s Manual ZMU05667 Engine start/ Engine cranking ZMU05664 Hazard caused by continuous rotation ZMU05668 ZMU05665...
Specifications and requirements EMU34520 FT60DET 119.0 kg (262 lb) Specifications Weight (without propeller) L: TIP: F50FEHT 117.0 kg (258 lb) F50FET 113.0 kg (249 lb) “(AL)” stated in the specification data below F60CEHT 117.0 kg (258 lb) represents the numerical value for the alumi- F60CET 113.0 kg (249 lb) num propeller installed.
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Specifications and requirements FT60DET Remote control Recommended engine oil group 1*: Starting system: SAE 10W-30/10W-40/5W-30 Electric API SE/SF/SG/SH/SJ/SL Starting carburetion system: Recommended engine oil group 2*: Electronic fuel injection SAE 15W-40/20W-40/20W-50 Valve clearance (cold engine) IN: API SH/SJ/SL 0.15–0.25 mm (0.0059–0.0098 in) Lubrication: Valve clearance (cold engine) EX: Wet sump...
To connect multiple batteries, such as for structions. For further information, see page multiple engine configurations or for an ac- cessory battery, consult your Yamaha dealer EMU33581 Remote control requirements about battery selection and correct wiring.
Your Yamaha dealer can help you select the right propeller for your boating needs. Select ZMU04607 a propeller that will allow the engine to reach the middle or upper half of the operating 1.
Amount of adding engine oil (at Periodic ing occurs, use a different brand of gasoline maintenance) Including oil filter: or premium unleaded fuel. Yamaha re- 2.1 L (2.22 US qt, 1.85 Imp.qt) comends that you use alcohol-free (see If the recommended engine oil grades are Gasohol) gasoline whenever possible.
EMU36351 engine starting and running problems. Emergency equipment Yamaha does not recommend gasohol con- Keep the following items onboard in case taining methanol because it can cause fuel there is trouble with the motor.
Components EMU2579J Components diagram TIP: * May not be exactly as shown; also may not be included as standard equipment on all mod- els. F50F, F60C, FT60D YAMAHA SPEED Km/h knot mile TRIP TIME BATT mode ZMU05107 1. Top cowling 16.
Components ZMU05484 1. Tachometer unit (Square type)* 2. Speedometer unit (Square type)* 3. Fuel management meter (Square type)* EMU25802 Fuel tank If your model was equipped with a portable fuel tank, its function is as follows. EWM00020 WARNING ZMU02284 The fuel tank supplied with this engine is 1.
Components EMU25841 Fuel gauge This gauge is located on either the fuel tank cap or on the fuel joint base. It shows the ap- proximate amount of fuel remaining in the tank. EMU25850 Fuel tank cap This cap seals the fuel tank. When removed, the tank can be filled with fuel.
Components TIP: The neutral throttle lever will operate only when the remote control lever is in neutral. The remote control lever will operate only when the neutral throttle lever is in the closed position. ZMU04573 1. Neutral “ ” 2. Forward “ ” 3.
Components used when the remote control lever is in the neutral position. After the button is pushed, the throttle be- ● gins to open after the remote control lever is moved at least 35°. After using the free accelerator, return the ●...
Components ZMU04563 1. Throttle indicator EMU25973 Throttle friction adjuster A friction device provides adjustable resis- tance to movement of the throttle grip or the remote control lever, and can be set accord- ing to operator preference. To increase resistance, turn the adjuster clockwise.
Components ing normal operation. Loss of engine power means the loss of most steering control. Also, without engine power, the boat could slow rapidly. This could cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward. [EWM00122] 1. Cord 2.
Components sition, the starter motor turns to start the en- port side “A”. gine. When the key is released, it returns To decrease resistance, turn the lever to the automatically to the “ ” (on) position. starboard side “B”. EWM00040 WARNING Do not overtighten the friction adjuster.
Components adjuster lever is set to the “A” position. Check the tiller handle for smooth move- ● ment when the lever is turned to the star- board side “B”. Do not apply lubricants such as grease to ● the friction areas of the steering friction ad- juster.
Components EMU26244 Trim tab with anode EWM00840 WARNING An improperly adjusted trim tab could cause difficult steering. Always test run after the trim tab has been installed or re- placed to be sure steering is correct. Be sure you have tightened the bolt after ad- ZMU03634 justing the trim tab.
ZMU03097 lock position. 1. Trim tab 2. Bolt Bolt tightening torque: F50F, F60C 18.0 Nm (1.8 kgf-m, 13 ft-lb) FT60D 36.0 Nm (3.6 kgf-m, 26 ft-lb) EMU26341 Tilt support lever for power trim and ZMU05093 tilt model 1.
The buzzer will sound intermittently only ● when the gear shift is in neutral. If the alert system has activated, stop the ● engine and consult a Yamaha dealer im- mediately. EMU26303 Alert indicator If the engine develops a condition which is cause for alert, the indicator lights up.
Instruments and indicators EMU36014 Indicators EMU36023 Low oil pressure-alert indicator If oil pressure drops too low, this indicator will light up. For further information, see page 37. ECM00022 NOTICE Do not continue to run the engine if the ● low oil pressure-alert indicator is on ZMU05231 and the engine oil level is lower.
Instruments and indicators EMU36050 Tachometer The tachometer displays engine speed in hundreds of revolutions per minute (r/min). For example, if the tachometer display reads “22” then the engine speed is 2200 r/min. EMU26621 Trim meter This meter shows the trim angle of your out- board motor.
Instruments and indicators ZMU01736 1. Speedometer 1. Low oil pressure-alert indicator 2. Fuel gauge EMU26583 3. Trip meter/clock/voltmeter Overheat-alert indicator 4. Alert indicator(s) If the engine temperature rises too high, the All segments of the display will light momen- alert indicator will start to blink. For further in- tarily after the main switch is turned on and formation on reading the indicator, see page will return to normal thereafter.
Press the “ ” (mode) button until the the gauge will give false readings. Consult desired hour is displayed. your Yamaha dealer on how to correctly set Press the “ ” (set) button again, the the selector switch. NOTICE: Running out minute display will begin blinking.
Get back to the port soon if an alert device EMU26506 has activated. For charging the battery, con- Low oil pressure-alert indicator sult your Yamaha dealer. If oil pressure drops too low, this indicator will flash. For further information, see page 37. ECM00022...
This gauge shows the trim angle of your out- gine trouble alert, and periodic maintenance board motor. notification. If optional sensors are connect- ed to the unit, cooling water pressure display will be available. For the optional sensor, consult your Yamaha dealer. The tachome-...
Instruments and indicators ter unit is available in round or square types. tor blinks, consult your Yamaha dealer im- Check your tachometer unit type. mediately. TIP: To stop the buzzer, press the “ ” (set) or “ ” (mode) button.
In such an event, stop the engine immediately and see page 84 of this manual to drain the water from the fuel filter. Get ZMU05425 back to the port soon and consult a Yamaha ECM00920 dealer immediately. NOTICE In such an event, the engine will not oper- ate properly.
3. Multifunction display temperature display, depth display, and clock will also be available. For the optional EMU36250 sensors, consult your Yamaha dealer. 6Y8 Multifunction fuel After the main switch is first turned on, all the management meters displays come on as a test. After a few sec-...
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Instruments and indicators ation. For more information, see the operation manual originally supplied with the meter. ZMU05438 1. Set button 2. Mode button ZMU05439 1. Fuel flow meter 2. Multifunction display...
Alert system ECM00091 NOTICE Do not continue to operate the engine if a alert device has activated. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the problem cannot be located and corrected. EMU2681A ZMU05231 Overheat alert This engine has an overheat-alert device. If The buzzer will sound (if equipped on the ●...
If the alert system has activated, stop the en- gine as soon as it is safe to do so. Check the oil level and add oil as needed. If the oil level is correct and the alert device does not ZMU03609 switch off, consult your Yamaha dealer.
Test runs at differ- centerline (keel line) of the boat. ent heights can help determine the optimum mounting height. Consult your Yamaha deal- er or boat manufacturer for further informa- tion on determining the proper mounting...
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Installation ZMU01762 ECM01630 NOTICE During water testing, check the buoy- ● ancy of the boat, at rest, with its maxi- mum load. Check that the static water level on the exhaust housing is low enough to prevent water entry into the power head when water rises due to waves when the outboard is not run- ning.
Operation EMU36380 TIP: First-time operation Failure to follow the break-in procedure EMU36390 could result in reduced engine life or even Fill engine oil severe engine damage. Run the engine in The engine is shipped from the factory with- the water, under load (in gear with a propel- out engine oil.
Operation Turn the steering wheel full-right and full- ● left. Make sure operation is smooth and unrestricted throughout the whole range with no binding or excessive free play. Operate the throttle levers several times to ● make sure there is no hesitation in their travel.
Consult flushing device is not properly connect- your Yamaha dealer if the oil level is out ed, cooling water can leak out and the en- of specified level or if it appears milky or gine can overheat during operation.
If the ZMU03662 top cowling is loose, have it repaired by your Yamaha dealer. 1. Trim and tilt rod Check that the trim and tilt rod is free of corrosion or other flaws.
Operation care. Never siphon gasoline by mouth. ly with dry rags. Dispose rags properly. If you should swallow some gasoline or According to local laws or regulations. inhale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get EMU27451 Operating engine some gasoline in your eyes, see your EMU27464 doctor immediately.
Operation connect the fuel line to the joint. Then EMU27492 Starting engine firmly connect the other end of the fuel EWM01600 line to the joint on the fuel tank. WARNING Before starting the engine, make sure that the boat is tightly moored and that you can steer clear of any obstructions.
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Operation TIP: The start-in-gear protection device prevents the engine from starting except when in neu- tral. Attach the engine shut-off cord to a se- cure place on your clothing, or your arm or leg. Then install the clip on the other end of the cord into the engine shut-off switch.
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Operation off cord to a secure place on your cloth- or leg. Then install the clip on the other ing, or your arm or leg while operating. end of the cord into the engine shut-off Do not attach the cord to clothing that switch.
Immediately after the engine starts, re- case or the cooling water pilot hole is lease the main switch and allow it to re- blocked. Consult your Yamaha dealer if turn to “ ” (on). NOTICE: Never turn the problem cannot be located and cor- the main switch to “...
Pull the neutral interlock trigger up (if Check the oil level and add oil if nec- equipped). essary. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the cause for the low oil pressure- alert indicator cannot be found. [ECM01830]...
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Operation After the engine is at idle speed in gear To shift from in gear (forward/reverse) to move the remote control lever / gear neutral shift lever firmly and crisply into the neu- Close the throttle so that the engine tral position.
Operation ZMU04588 EMU31742 1. “ ” switch Stopping boat 2. “ ” switch EWM01510 WARNING To increase the trolling speed, press the “ ” Do not use the reverse function to slow ● switch. down or stop the boat as it could cause To decrease the trolling speed, press the you to lose control, be ejected, or im- “...
Operation After stopping the engine, disconnect the fuel line if there is a fuel joint on the outboard motor. ZMU03632 Tighten the air vent screw on the fuel tank cap (if equipped). ZMU02301 Remove the key if the boat will be left unattended.
Operation the boat begins to feel unstable or is hard angle. Body parts can be crushed be- to steer, slow down and/or readjust the tween the motor and the clamp bracket trim angle. when the motor is trimmed or tilted. Use caution when trying a trim position ●...
Operation When the bow of the boat is down, it is easier to accelerate from a standing start onto plane. ZMU03634 1. Power trim and tilt switch Bow Up Too much trim-out puts the bow of the boat too high in the water. Performance and econ- omy are decreased because the hull of the boat is pushing the water and there is more air drag.
Operation tion difficult and dangerous. the engine by following the procedure on page 53. Never tilt the outboard mo- tor while the engine is running. Severe damage from overheating can result. Do not tilt up the engine by pushing the ●...
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Operation Press the power trim and tilt switch “ ” (up) until the outboard motor has tilted up completely. ZMU04194 Pull the tilt support lever toward you to support the engine. WARNING! After tilting the outboard motor, be sure to support it with the tilt support knob or tilt support lever.
Operation ZMU01936 ZMU03640 Models equipped with trim rods: Once the outboard motor is supported with the tilt support lever, press the power trim and tilt switch “ ” (down) to retract the trim rods. NOTICE: Be sure to retract the trim rods completely during mooring.
Operation EMU28061 Shallow water EMU32851 Power trim and tilt models The outboard motor can be tilted up partially to allow operation in shallow water. ECM00260 NOTICE Do not tilt the outboard motor up so that the cooling water inlet on the lower unit is ZMU04588 above the surface of the water when set- Slightly tilt the outboard motor up to the...
Cruising in muddy, turbid, or acidic water Yamaha strongly recommends that you use the optional chromium-plated water pump kit (see page 14) if you use the outboard motor in acidic water or water with a lot of sediment in it, such as muddy or turbid (cloudy) water.
76. Inspect the oil for the pres- ence of water that indicates a leaky seal. Seal replacement should be performed ZMU05116 by an authorized Yamaha dealer prior to use. 1. Vapor separator Grease all grease fittings. For further de- 2.
A touch-up paint is avail- Tighten the connector securely. NO- able from your Yamaha dealer. TICE: Do not leave the garden hose connector loose on the bottom cowl- ing fitting or let the hose hang free during normal operation.
Operating continuously at a low engine ● to perform a maintenance procedure, speed (rpm) for many hours have a Yamaha dealer or other qualified Brief periods of rapid acceleration and de- ● mechanic do the work. celeration followed by engine shut off be-...
The “ ” symbol indicates the check-ups which you may carry out yourself. The “ ” symbol indicates work to be carried out by your Yamaha dealer. Initial Every 20 hours Item...
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Maintenance Initial Every 20 hours Item Actions hours (1 hours (3 hours (5 months) year) years) years) Fuel filter (can be dis- Inspection or replace- assembled) ment as necessary Fuel line(High pres- Inspection sure) Fuel line(High pres- Inspection or replace- sure) ment as necessary Fuel line(Low pres-...
Wire harness connec- Inspection or replace- tions/Wire coupler con- ment as necessary nections (Yamaha) Meter/gauge Inspection Inspection and clean- (Yamaha) Fuel tank ing as necessary EMU34451 Maintenance chart 2 Every Item Actions 1000 hours Guide exhaust/exhaust Inspection or replace-...
Remove the spark plug. If electrode ero- Instead, take the outboard motor to a sion becomes excessive, or if carbon Yamaha dealer. You should periodically re- and other deposits are excessive, you...
If you have difficulty ver- the correct torque. ifying the idle speed, or the idle speed re- quires adjustment, consult a Yamaha dealer Spark plug torque: or other qualified mechanic. 18.0 Nm (1.84 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb) Verify whether the idle speed is set to specification.
Maintenance tions, see page 9. EMU37481 Changing engine oil ECM01710 NOTICE Change the engine oil after the first 20 hours of operation or 3 months, and ev- ery 100 hours or at 1-year intervals there- after. Otherwise the engine will wear ZMU06187 quickly.
Be sure to use a new cotter pin and bend the ends over securely. Otherwise the propeller could come off during opera- tion and be lost. Apply Yamaha marine grease or a cor- rosion resistant grease to the propeller shaft. Install the spacer (if equipped), thrust washer, washer (if equipped), and pro- peller on the propeller shaft.
Consult a Never get under the lower unit while it ● Yamaha dealer for repair of the lower is tilted, even when the tilt support lever unit seals. or knob is locked. Severe injury could...
If you have any question about properly ● (0.455 US qt, 0.378 Imp.qt) doing this procedure, consult your F60CEHT 0.430 L Yamaha dealer. (0.455 US qt, 0.378 Imp.qt) Keep away from sparks, cigarettes, ● F60CET 0.430 L flames, or other sources of ignition (0.455 US qt, 0.378 Imp.qt)
Maintenance EMU29312 Inspecting and replacing anode(s) Yamaha outboard motors are protected from corrosion by sacrificial anodes. Inspect the external anodes periodically. Remove scales from the surfaces of the anodes. Consult a Yamaha dealer for replacement of external anodes. ECM00720 NOTICE Do not paint anodes, as this would render them ineffective.
WARNING tery’s charge. If the battery needs charg- Battery electrolytic fluid is poisonous ing, consult your Yamaha dealer. and caustic, and batteries generate ex- Check the battery connections. They plosive hydrogen gas. When working...
Maintenance ATIVE (-) terminal. 1. Red cable 2. Black cable 3. Battery The electrical contacts of the battery and cables must be clean and properly con- nected, or the battery will not start the engine. EMU29371 Disconnecting the battery Turn off the battery cut-off switch (if equipped) and main switch.
Q. Has fuel pump malfunctioned? If your outboard motor requires repair, bring A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. it to your Yamaha dealer. If the engine trouble-alert indicator is flash- Q. Are spark plug(s) fouled or of incorrect ing, consult your Yamaha dealer.
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Q. Is fuel contaminated or stale? A. Fill tank with clean, fresh fuel. Q. Is carburetor clogged? A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Q. Is fuel filter clogged? A. Clean or replace filter. Q. Is fuel joint connection incorrect? A.
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Q. Is fuel system obstructed? Q. Is water pump or thermostat faulty? A. Check for pinched or kinked fuel line or A. Have serviced by a Yamaha dealer. other obstructions in fuel system. Q. Is there excess water in fuel filter cup? Q.
EWM00631 Q. Is steering pivot loose or damaged? WARNING A. Tighten or have serviced by a Yamaha Substituting an incorrect fuse or a piece dealer. of wire could allow excessive current EMU29433 flow.
Trouble Recovery ZMU03668 1. Manual valve screw Put the engine in the desired position, then tighten the manual valve screw by turning it clockwise. EMU37580 Water separator-alert indicator blinks while cruising EWM01500 ZMU05099 WARNING 1. Fuse (20 A × 3, 30 A) Gasoline is highly flammable, and its va- 2.
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Trouble Recovery ZMU05476 1. Water separator-alert indicator 1. Water detection switch coupler Stop the engine. Unscrew the filter cup from the filter Remove the top cowling. housing. NOTICE: Be careful not to Remove the plastic tie. twist the water detection switch lead when unscrewing the filter cup.
11. Start the engine and make sure that the you when pulling the starter rope. It water separator-alert indicator remains could whip behind you and injure off. Have a Yamaha dealer inspect the someone. outboard motor after returning to port. An unguarded, rotating flywheel is very ●...
Trouble Recovery plug wire, spark plug cap, or other elec- trical components when starting or op- erating the motor. You could get an electrical shock. EMU29583 Emergency starting engine Remove the top cowling. Remove the flywheel cover. ZMU04595 ZMU03670 Prepare the engine for starting. For fur- ther information, see page 47.
EMU33501 Treatment of submerged motor If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi- ately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise some corrosion may begin almost immedi- ately. NOTICE: Do not attempt to run the outboard motor until it has been com- pletely inspected.
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