Engine Shut-Off Cord (Lanyard); Oil; Engine; Operation After A Long Period Of Storage - Yamaha 115 Owner's Manual

Operate the throttle levers several times to
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make sure there is no hesitation in their
travel. Operation should be smooth over
the complete range of motion, and each le-
ver should return completely to the idle po-
sition.
Look for loose or damaged connections of
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the throttle and shift cables under the en-
gine cowling.
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Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)

Inspect the engine shut-off cord for damage,
such as cuts, breaks, and wear.
1. Cord
2. Clip
3. Engine shut-off switch
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Oil

Check to be sure you have plenty of oil for
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your trip.
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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 for oil leaks.
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Operation after a long period of
storage
When operating the engine after a long peri-
od (12 months) of storage, proceed as fol-
lows:
1. Use a 50:1 gasoline-oil mixture to start
the engine.
2. Start the engine. Leave it idling.
WARNING! Do not touch or remove
electrical parts when starting or dur-
ing operation. Keep hands, hair, and
clothes away from the flywheel and
other rotating parts while the engine
is running.
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3. Watch for oil flowing through the oil feed
pipes. After any air in the oil lines has
been expelled, the oil injection system
should supply oil normally. If no oil is
flowing after 10 minutes of idling, consult
your Yamaha dealer.
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NOTICE
Be sure to take the above steps when op-
erating the engine after a long period of
storage. Otherwise engine seizure could
occur.
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Flushing device

Check that flushing device's garden hose
connector is securely screwed on to the fit-
ting on the bottom cowling. NOTICE: If the
flushing device is not properly connect-
ed, cooling water can leak out and the en-
gine can overheat during operation.
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Operation
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