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F50F F60C FT60D OWNER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this outboard motor. 6C1-28199-25-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.
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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.
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 EMU36501 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 EMU33772 Avoid collisions Make sure at least one other passenger is Scan constantly for people, objects, and oth- trained to operate the boat in the event of an er 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 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. F50F, F60C, FT60D 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 in-gear protection.
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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 F50FEHT 117.0 kg (258 lb) Specifications F50FET 113.0 kg (249 lb) TIP: F60CEHT 117.0 kg (258 lb) F60CET 113.0 kg (249 lb) “(AL)” stated in the specification data below FT60DET 123.0 kg (271 lb) represents the numerical value for the alumi- Weight (AL) X: num propeller installed.
Yamaha dealer. Yamaha designs and manufactures propel- The remote control unit must be equipped lers for every Yamaha outboard motor and with a start-in-gear protection device(s). This every application. device prevents the engine from starting un- Your outboard motor came with a Yamaha less it is in neutral.
Specifications and requirements Your Yamaha dealer can help you select the 2. Propeller pitch in inches right propeller for your boating needs. Select 3. Type of propeller (propeller mark) a propeller that will allow the engine to reach EMU25770 the middle or upper half of the operating...
All etha- nol blends containing more than 10% etha- nol can cause fuel system damage or cause engine starting and running problems. Yamaha does not recommend gasohol con- taining methanol because it can cause fuel system damage or engine performance problems.
A tool kit with assorted screwdrivers, pli- ers, wrenches (including metric sizes), and electrical tape. Waterproof flashlight with extra batteries. An extra engine shut-off cord (lanyard) with clip. Spare parts, such as an extra set of spark plugs. Consult your Yamaha dealer for details.
Components EMU2579M 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 ZMU04573 1. Fully open 1. Neutral “ ” 2. Fully closed 2. Forward “ ” 3. Reverse “ ” TIP: 4. Shift The neutral throttle lever will operate only 5. Fully closed when the remote control lever is in neutral. 6.
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 remote control lever to the neutral position.
Components ZMU04563 1. Throttle indicator EMU25976 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 lever(s) to the 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.
Multifunction Tachometer will blink. 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 EMU36024 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 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...
Instruments and indicators Use the oil dipstick to check the re- board motor. maining oil quantity. For further infor- mation, see page 43. ZMU04581 Memorize the trim angles that work best for ZMU06156 your boat under different conditions. Adjust the trim angle to the desired setting with the 1.
If the buzzer consult your Yamaha dealer. The tachome- sounds and the water separator-alert indica- 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 “...
83 of this manual NOTICE to drain the water from the fuel filter. Get In such an event, the engine will not oper- back to the port soon and consult a Yamaha ate properly. Consult a Yamaha dealer dealer immediately. immediately.
Instruments and indicators port soon if the low battery voltage-alert de- vice has activated. For charging the battery, consult your Yamaha dealer. ZMU05436 1. Set button 2. Mode button ZMU05427 EMU36241 6Y8 Multifunction speedometers The speedometer unit shows the boat speed and has functions of fuel meter and system voltage display.
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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...
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 ECM01631 NOTICE Check that the idle hole stays high enough to keep out water getting inside engine even if the boat is in stationary with maximum load. Incorrect engine height or obstructions to the smooth flow of water (such as the design or condition of the boat, or ac- cessories such as transom ladders or depth finder transducers) can create...
Operation EMU36381 For 10 hours for breaking in engine avoid ex- First-time operation tended idling, rough water and crowded ar- EMU36391 eas. Fill engine oil For the first hour of operation: The engine is shipped from the factory with- Run the engine at varying speeds up to out engine oil.
If enough water to raise the float ring lift off the cowling. is found in the fuel, or if a significant amount of debris is found, the fuel tank should be checked and cleaned by a Yamaha dealer. ZMU06085 EMU36442 Fuel system...
Check the oil level using the dipstick to be sure the level falls between the upper level mark and lower level mark. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the oil level is out of specified level or if it appears milky or dirty.
Operation ZMU05089 ZMU06056 1. Oil dipstick 1. Fitting 2. Flushing device EMU36953 Install cowling Be sure that a cowling lock lever is re- leased. Be sure that the rubber seal is seated all the way around the top cowling. Place the top cowling on bottom cowl- ing.
Operation top cowling is loose, have it repaired by your Yamaha dealer. ZMU03662 1. Trim and tilt rod EMU34581 Check that the trim and tilt rod is free of Power trim and tilt system corrosion or other flaws. EWM01930 Tilt the outboard motor down. Check...
Operation some gasoline in your eyes, see your ing or funnel to help prevent electrostatic doctor immediately. If gasoline spills sparks. on your skin, wash with soap and wa- Fill the fuel tank, but do not overfill. Fuel ter. If gasoline spills on your clothing, can expand and overflow if the tempera- change your clothes.
Operation which contain carbon monoxide, a col- orless, odorless gas which could cause brain damage or death when inhaled. Symptoms include nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness. Keep cockpit and cab- in areas well ventilated. Avoid blocking exhaust outlets. If there is an air vent screw on the fuel tank cap, loosen it 2 or 3 turns.
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Operation EMU27595 Electric start / prime start models EWM01840 WARNING Failure to attached engine shut-off cord could result in a runaway boat if opera- tor is ejected. Attach the engine shut- off cord to a secure place on your cloth- ing, or your arm or leg while operating.
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Operation keep the starter motor turning for more than 5 seconds. If the starter motor is turned continuously for more than 5 seconds, the battery will be quickly discharged, thus making it impossible to start the engine. The starter can also be damaged. If the engine will not start after 5 seconds of cranking, return the main switch to “...
“ ” (on). NOTICE: Never turn blocked. Consult your Yamaha dealer if the main switch to “ ” (start) the problem cannot be located and cor- while the engine is running.
To shift out of neutral Check the oil level and add oil if nec- Pull the neutral interlock trigger up (if essary. Consult your Yamaha dealer equipped). if the cause for the low oil pressure- alert indicator cannot be found.
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Operation Move the remote control lever / gear shift lever firmly and crisply forward (for forward gear) or backward (for reverse gear) [about 35° (a detent can felt) for re- mote control models]. After the engine is at idle speed in gear move the remote control lever / gear shift lever firmly and crisply into the neu- tral position.
Operation shift mechanism. Do not shift into reverse while traveling at planing speeds. Loss of control, boat swamping, or damage to the boat could occur. The boat is not equipped with a separate braking system. Water resistance stops it af- ter the throttle lever is moved back to idle.
Operation when the engine is stopped and restarted or when the engine speed exceeds ap- proximately 3000 r/min. EMU27821 Stopping engine Before stopping the engine, first let it cool off for a few minutes at idle or low speed. Stop- ping the engine immediately after operating at high speed is not recommended.
Operation ZMU02301 Remove the key if the boat will be left unattended. TIP: The engine can also be stopped by pulling the cord and removing the clip from the en- gine shut-off switch, then turning the main switch to “ ”...
Operation switch while the boat is moving. Adjust the outboard motor trim angle using the power trim and tilt switch. 1. Power trim and tilt switch To raise the bow (trim-out), press the switch “ ” (up). 1. Power trim and tilt switch To lower the bow (trim-in), press the switch “...
Operation Bow Up motor trim angle may have little effect on the Too much trim-out puts the bow of the boat trim of the boat when operating. too high in the water. Performance and econ- EMU27934 Tilting up and down omy are decreased because the hull of the boat is pushing the water and there is more If the engine will be stopped for some time or...
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Operation ZMU03196 ZMU03639 ZMU04588 Press the power trim and tilt switch “ ” (up) until the outboard motor has tilted up completely. ZMU04194...
Operation Pull the tilt support lever toward you to EMU33121 Procedure for tilting down (power support the engine. WARNING! After trim and tilt models) tilting the outboard motor, be sure to Push the power trim and tilt switch “ ” support it with the tilt support knob or (up) until the outboard motor is support- tilt support lever.
Operation ZMU04196 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 ZMU04588 the cooling water inlet on the lower unit is above the surface of the water when set- Slightly tilt the outboard motor up to the ting up for and cruising in shallow water.
Operation To return the outboard motor to the nor- mal running position, press the power trim and tilt switch and slowly tilt the out- board motor down. EMU35391 Cruising in other conditions Cruising in salt water After operating in salt water, flush the cooling water passages with fresh water to prevent ZMU01935 them from becoming clogged.
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.
If necessary, clean hose adapter from the garden hose con- and paint the areas. A touch-up paint is avail- nector. able from your Yamaha dealer. Reinstall the garden hose connector EMU2847C onto the fitting on the bottom cowling.
Maintenance to perform a maintenance procedure, Operating continuously at a low engine have a Yamaha dealer or other qualified speed (rpm) for many hours mechanic do the work. Operating without sufficient time for en- The procedures involve disassembling gine to warm up and cool down the motor and exposing dangerous parts.
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 hours hours months) (1 year) (3 years) (5 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 Exhaust guide/exhaust Inspection or replace-...
WARNING! Instead, take the outboard motor to a When removing or installing a spark Yamaha dealer. You should periodically re- plug, be careful not to damage the in-...
9. If you have difficulty verify- from the threads, and then screw it in to ing the idle speed, or the idle speed re- the correct torque. quires adjustment, consult a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic. Spark plug torque: EMU37492 18.0 Nm (1.84 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)
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Maintenance quickly. dipstick. NOTICE: Overfilling the oil could cause leakage or damage. If the The engine oil should be extracted with an oil oil level is above the upper level changer. mark, drain until the level meets the Put the outboard motor in an upright po- specified capacity.
Maintenance per and lower marks. Consult your secured. Yamaha dealer if the oil level is out of EMU32112 Checking propeller specified level. EWM01881 WARNING You could be seriously injured if the en- gine accidentally starts when you are near the propeller. Before inspecting, re-...
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- 1.
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 F50FET 0.430 L Yamaha dealer. (0.455 US qt, 0.378 Imp.qt) Keep away from sparks, cigarettes, F60CEHT 0.430 L flames, or other sources of ignition (0.455 US qt, 0.378 Imp.qt)
EMU29313 Inspecting and replacing anode(s) Yamaha outboard motors are protected from corrosion by sacrificial anodes. Inspect the ZMU04722 external anodes periodically. Remove scales from the surfaces of the anodes. Consult a...
3. Battery tery’s charge. If the battery needs charg- The electrical contacts of the battery and ing, consult your Yamaha dealer. cables must be clean and properly con- Check the battery connections. They nected, or the battery will not start the should be clean, secure, and covered by engine.
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 charged battery or a failure with the power trim and tilt unit, the engine can be tilted manually. Loosen the manual valve screw by turn- ing it counterclockwise until it stops. ZMU03668 1. Manual valve screw Put the engine in the desired position, ZMU05099 then tighten the manual valve screw by turning it clockwise.
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Trouble Recovery hazard. If the water separator-alert indicator on the 6Y8 Multifunction tachometer blinks, perform the following procedure. ZMU05476 1. Water detection switch coupler Unscrew the filter cup from the filter housing. NOTICE: Be careful not to twist the water detection switch lead 1.
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 EMU29542 dangerous.
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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