Engine Shut-Off Cord (Lanyard); Oil; Engine; Operation After A Long Period Of Storage - Yamaha 50 Owner's Manual

to the fully open position. Make sure that it
turns smoothly and that it completely re-
turns to the fully closed position.
Look for loose or damaged connections of
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the throttle and shift cables.
Remote control models:
Turn the steering wheel full-right and full-
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left. Make sure operation is smooth and
unrestricted throughout the whole range
with no binding or excessive free play.
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.
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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
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 engine 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
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