Yamaha LF225 - Manual (Page 46)

Operation
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3. Turn the main switch to “ ” (on).
NOTE:
Dual engine users: When the main switch is
turned on, the buzzer operates for a few sec-
onds then stops automatically. The buzzer
also operates if one of the engines stalls.
4. Turn the main switch to “ ” (start),
and hold it for a maximum of 5 seconds.
5. Immediately after the engine starts, re-
lease the main switch to return it to “
”
(on).
CAUTION:
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● Never turn the main switch to “ ”
(start) while the engine is running.
● Do not keep the starter motor turning for
more than 5 seconds. If the starter motor
is turned continuously for more than 5
seconds, the battery will be quickly dis-
charged, thus making it impossible to
start the engine. The starter can also be
damaged. If the engine will not start after
5 seconds of cranking, return the main
switch to “
” (on), wait 10 seconds,
then crank the engine again.
EMU27670
Warming up engine
EMU30031
Electric start models
1. After starting the engine, allow it to idle for
3 minutes to warm up. Failure to do so will
shorten engine life.
2. Be sure the low oil pressure warning indi-
cator remains off after starting the en-
gine.
3. Check for a steady flow of water from the
cooling water pilot hole.
CAUTION:
ECM01341
● If the low oil pressure warning indicator
blinks after the engine starts, stop the
engine. Otherwise serious engine dam-
age could occur. Check the oil level and
add oil if necessary. Consult your
Yamaha dealer if the cause for the low
oil pressure warning indicator cannot be
found.
ON
START OFF
ZMU01881
START
ON
ZMU04590
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