Yamaha F150D Owner's Manual

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Operation28EMU27101Preoperation checksWARNINGEWM00080If any item in the preoperation check is notworking properly, have it inspected andrepaired before operating the outboardmotor. Otherwise an accident could occur.CAUTION:ECM00120Do not start the engine out of water. Over-heating and serious engine damage canoccur.EMU27110Fuel Check to be sure you have plenty of fuel foryour trip. Make sure there are no fuel leaks or gaso-line fumes. Check fuel line connections to be sure theyare tight (if equipped Yamaha fuel tank orboat tank). Be sure the fuel tank is positioned on a se-cure, flat surface, and that the fuel line is nottwisted or flattened, or likely to contactsharp objects (if equipped Yamaha fueltank or boat tank).EMU27130Controls Check throttle, shift, and steering for properoperation before starting the engine. The controls should work smoothly, withoutbinding or unusual free play. Look for loose or damaged connections. Check operation of the starter and stopswitches when the outboard motor is in thewater.EMU27150Engine Check the engine and engine mounting. Look for loose or damaged fasteners. Check the propeller for damage. Check that the battery is in good conditionand the battery connections are secure.EMU27163Checking the engine oil level1. Put the outboard motor in an upright po-sition (not tilted).2. Remove oil dipstick and wipe it clean.3. Completely insert the dipstick and re-move it again.4. Check the oil level using the dipstick to besure the level falls between the upper andlower marks. Fill with oil if it is below thelower mark, or drain to the specified levelif it is above the upper mark.NOTE:Be sure to completely insert the dipstick intothe dipstick guide.EMU30021Filling fuelWARNINGEWM00060Gasoline and its vapors are highly flam-mable and explosive. Keep away fromsparks, cigarettes, flames, or other sourc-es of ignition.1. Remove the fuel tank cap.2. Carefully fill the fuel tank.1. Oil dipstick2. Lower level mark3. Upper level mark