Yamaha 115 Owner's Manual

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Operation47EMU31742Stopping boatWARNINGEWM01510● Do not use the reverse function to slowdown or stop the boat as it could causeyou to lose control, be ejected, or im-pact the steering wheel or other parts ofthe boat. This could increase the risk ofserious injury. It could also damage theshift mechanism.● Do not shift into reverse while travelingat planing speeds. Loss of control, boatswamping, or damage to the boat couldoccur.The boat is not equipped with a separatebraking system. Water resistance stops it af-ter the throttle lever is moved back to idle.The stopping distance varies depending ongross weight, water surface conditions, andwind direction.EMU27821Stopping engineBefore stopping the engine, first let it cool offfor a few minutes at idle or low speed. Stop-ping the engine immediately after operatingat high speed is not recommended.EMU27853Procedure1. Turn the main switch to “ ” (off).2. After stopping the engine, disconnectthe fuel line or close the fuel cock if thereis a fuel joint or a fuel cock on the boat.3. Tighten the air vent screw on the fueltank cap (if equipped).4. Remove the key if the boat will be leftunattended.TIP:The engine can also be stopped by pullingthe cord and removing the clip from the en-gine shut-off switch, then turning the mainswitch to “ ” (off).EMU27862Trimming outboard motorWARNINGEWM00740Excessive trim for the operating condi-tions (either trim up or trim down) cancause boat instability and can makesteering the boat more difficult. This in-creases the possibility of an accident. Ifthe boat begins to feel unstable or is hardto steer, slow down and/or readjust thetrim angle.The trim angle of the outboard motor helpsdetermine the position of the bow of the boatin the water. Correct trim angle will help im-prove performance and fuel economy whilereducing strain on the engine. Correct trimangle depends upon the combination ofboat, engine, and propeller. Correct trim isalso affected by variables such as the load inthe boat, sea conditions, and running speed.