Yamaha F8A - Lubrication; Flushing Power Unit

Maintenance
plate, or if the water supply is insuffi- 12. If the “Fogging Oil” is not available, run
cient, engine seizure may occur.
the engine at a fast idle until the fuel sys-
tem becomes empty and the engine
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stops.
13. Drain the cooling water completely out of
the motor. Clean the body thoroughly.
14. If the “Fogging Oil” is not available, re-
move the spark plug(s). Pour a teaspoon-
ful of clean engine oil into each cylinder.
Crank several times manually. Replace
the spark plug(s).
15. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank.
16. Store the fuel tank in a dry, well-ventilated
1. Water surface
place, not in direct sunlight.
2. Lowest water level
7. Cooling system flushing is essential to
prevent the cooling system from clogging
up with salt, sand, or dirt. In addition, fog-
ging/lubricating of the engine is mandato-
ry to prevent excessive engine damage
due to rust. Perform the flushing and fog-
ging at the same time. WARNING! Do
not touch or remove electrical parts
when starting or during operation.
Keep hands, hair, and clothes away
from the flywheel and other rotating
Lubrication
1. Install the spark plug(s) and torque to
proper specification. For information on
spark plug installation, see page 67.
2. Change the gear oil. For instructions, see
page 72. Inspect the oil for the presence
of water that indicates a leaky seal. Seal
replacement should be performed by an
authorized Outboards dealer prior to use.
3. Grease all grease fittings. For further de-
tails, see page 65.
parts while the engine is running.
TIP:
For long-term storage, fogging the engine
8. Run the engine at a fast idle for a few
with oil is recommended. Contact your
minutes in neutral position.
Outboards dealer for information about fogging
9. Just prior to turning off the engine, quickly
oil and procedures for your engine.
spray “Fogging Oil” alternately into each
carburetor or the fogging hole of the si-
Flushing power unit
Perform this procedure right after operation
lencer cover, if equipped. When properly
for the most thorough flushing.
done, the engine will smoke excessively
and almost stall.
NOTICE
10. Remove the outboard motor from the test
Do not perform this procedure while the
tank.
engine is running. The water pump may be
11. Install the silencer cover/cap of fogging
damaged and severe damage from over-
hole (if equipped) and top cowling.
heating can result.
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