Engine Fails To Operate; Ignition System Malfunction; Treatment Of Submerged Motor; Procedure - Yamaha F6D Ower's Manual

Trouble Recovery
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Engine fails to operate

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Ignition system malfunction

If the battery voltage is low or in the unlikely
event of an ignition system malfunction, the
engine speed may become erratic or the en-
gine may stop. In such a situation, follow the
procedure below.
1. Remove the CDI unit cover or electrical
cover, if equipped.
2. Disconnect the yellow cord (emergency
circuit) of the CDI unit to return to port.
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WARNING
When the yellow cord is disconnected, the
idle and low speeds are slightly higher
than normal. Use care when starting off or
stopping.
ECM00380
CAUTION:
Follow this procedure only in an emergen-
cy and just long enough to return to port
for repairs.
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1. Yellow cord
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Treatment of submerged motor

If the outboard motor is submerged, immedi-
ately take it to a Yamaha dealer. Otherwise
some corrosion may begin almost immediate-
ly.
If you cannot immediately take the outboard
motor to a Yamaha dealer, follow the proce-
dure below in order to minimize engine dam-
age.
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Procedure

1. Thoroughly wash away mud, salt, sea-
weed, and so on, with fresh water.
2. Remove the spark plug(s), then face the
spark plug holes downward to allow any
water, mud, or contaminants to drain.
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