Yamaha FL200A Owner's Manual

Also see for F200A: Rigging guide Supplementary service manual

3-27GBEMU01670TILTING UP/DOWNIf the engine will be stopped for some time,or if the boat is moored in shallows, theengine should be tilted up to protect the pro-peller and casing from damage by collisionwith obstructions, and also to reduce saltcorrosion.WARNING@ Be sure all people are clear of the out-board motor when adjusting the tiltangle, also be careful not to pinch anybody parts between the drive unit andengine bracket. Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. Discon-nect the fuel line or close the fuel cockif the engine will be tilted for more thana few minutes. Otherwise, fuel mayleak. (If the fuel connector is providedon the motor.)@CAUTION:@ Before tilting the motor, follow the pro-cedures under “STOPPING ENGINE”.Never tilt the motor while the engine isrunning. Severe damage from over-heating can result. To prevent the cooling water passagesfrom becoming frozen when the ambi-ent temperature is 5°C or below, tilt upthe motor after it has been stopped30 seconds or more.@