Pre-Operation Checks; Fuel; Controls; Stop Switches - Yamaha F350A Owner's Manual

4. After the first 10 hours:
Operate the engine normally.
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Pre-operation checks

EWM00081
WARNING
If any item in the pre-operation check is
not working properly, have it inspected
and repaired before operating the out-
board motor. Otherwise an accident
could occur.
ECM00120
CAUTION:
Do not start the engine out of water. Over-
heating and serious engine damage can
occur.
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Fuel

Check to be sure you have plenty of fuel
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for your trip.
Make sure there are no fuel leaks or gaso-
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line fumes.
Check fuel line connections to be sure they
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are tight.
Check the water in the fuel filter with the
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water separator warning device. Place the
control lever in neutral and turn the main
switch to " "(on). If the buzzer sounds
and the water separator-warning indicator
blinks, consult your Yamaha dealer imme-
diately.
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Controls

Check throttle, shift, and steering for prop-
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er operation before starting the engine.
The controls should work smoothly, with-
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out binding or unusual free play.
Look for loose or damaged connections.
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Stop switches

Confirm that turning the main switch to the
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" " (off) position stops the engine.
Confirm that removing the clip from the en-
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gine shut-off switch stops the engine.
Confirm that the engine cannot be started
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with the clip removed from the engine
shut-off switch.
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Engine

Check the engine and engine mounting.
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Look for loose or damaged fasteners.
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Check the propeller for damage.
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Check that the battery is in good condition
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and the battery connections are secure.
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Checking the engine oil level

1. 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 and
make sure the level is within the measur-
ing area on the dipstick. The oil level
should be within the measuring area on
the dipstick. Fill with oil if it is below the
lower level, or drain to the specified level
if it is above the measuring area. Consult
your Yamaha dealer for filling or draining
the oil.
1. Oil dipstick
Operation
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