IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS RECORD

1. OUTBOARD MOTOR NUMBER:

Record your outboard motor and engine

MODEL numbers in the spaces provided to assist you
YAMAHA IL___.t·I\ -·AL. /'Jr in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha
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dealer or for reference in case your outboard
motor is stolen. (See page 18, 19)
CODE SERIAL No.
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2. ENGINE NUMBER:
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28/MAL TA/ 4AC/ 4AS/5C/5CS

OWNER'S MANUAL
' 1990 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, April 1990
All rights reserved. Any reprinting or
unauthorized use without the written
permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in Japan
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A-301 E
There are the following differences in specifications between the 2-hp, MAL TA (3-hp), 4-hp and 5hp series.

.______________________ Model -,
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Item
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2B MALTA
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4AC 4AS l
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5C !
I 5CS

Gear-shift device Not fitted Fitted Fitted Fitted Fitted Fitted

i
Fuel tank Built-in type I
Built-in type Built-in type Separate type Built-in type Separate type

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A-225S
CAUTION:
TO THE OWNER
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be
Thank you for choosing a Yamaha outboard motor. This taken to avoid damage to the outboard motor.
Owner's manual contains information needed for proper
operation, maintenance and care. A thorough understanding
of these simple instructions will help you obtain maximum NOTE:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
enjoyment from your new Yamaha. A NOTE provides key information to make procedures ea-
If you have any question about the operation or mainten- sier or clearer.
ance of your outboard motor, please consult a Yamaha
dealer.
ATTENTION:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ WARNING-SAFETY
Before operating this outboard motor, read this Owner's
Manual and all labels carefully and completely. It will 1. Always attach the engine stop switch lanyard to
give you a good grasp of the engine's characteristics your wrist while operating the outboard motor.
and the technical information required for its operation. 2. Before operating this outboard motor, familiarize
yourself with local laws and regulations relating to
In this Owner's Manual particularly important information is the use of outboard motors.
distinguished in the following ways. 3. Petrol (gasoline) is highly flammable, and its vapours
RI. The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME are flammable and explosive. Handle and store petrol
lD ALERT' YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! with special care.
4. Do not attempt to modify this outboard motor.
A.WARNING
5. Always wear a life-jacket on board.
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in
6. Respect and protect the natural environment.
severe injury or death to the machine operator, a by-
stander, or a person inspecting or repairing the out-
board motor.
• Because we have a policy of constant product improve-
ment, the product may not be exactly as described in
this Owner's Manual, and specifications may be subject
to change without prior notice.

Yamaha Motor Co., ltd.

 MALTA

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1 Air-vent screw .8. Transom clamp handle 15 Trim angle adjusting-rod

2 Fuel tank cap 9. Rope attachment 16 Tilt support lever

3 Recoil starter handle 1ff Free-lock mechanism 17 Fuel cock

4 Throttle-control/steering-hand le 11 Anti splash µlate 18 Gear shift lever

5 Stop switch 12 Propeller 19 Top cowling

6 Choke knob 13 Anode

7 Carrying-handle 14 Anti-cavitation plate

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 A-550S
CONTROL FUNCTIONS
N ........
--~I F

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B-21 OS
Gear-shift lever
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MALTA
Turning the gear-shift lever towards you engages the clutch
with the forward gear so that the boat moves ahead.

6L5BOOL
B 20US
Gears -selecting forward an reverse
4AC/4AS/5C/5CS
Turning the gea 1ft lever towards you em1agcs the clutch
with the fg;:ward gear so that the boat moves ahead Turn-
ing thj:>-i'ever away from you en,1aqes tlw reverse qear so
thilK1he boat moves astPrn.

ti!::.lJK4(Jl

;;·;::,,,
28 /
,/-
Pusr~J this knob upwards increases both t:nqine and boat
r:nls.

6A1H~OL

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 B-2505
Throttle-control/steering-handle
MAL TA/4AC/4AS/5C/5CS
Turn the grip to adjust the throttle, and move it sideways to
START
adjust the steering angle.

6L5G87L
B-3005

2B Stop switch
MALTA
Pushing this button opens the ignition circuit and stops the
~ engine.

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6L5B21S

4AC/4AS/5C/5CS

)
6EOB22L

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 B-4005
Tilt support knob
2B 2B
tor in the tilted-up position, move
the tilt support kno

6G1870L
B-4205
Tilt support lever
MALTA MAL TA/4AC/4AS/5C/5 CS
To keep the outboard motor in the tilted-up position, lock
the tilt support lever to the clamp bracket.

6L5830L

4AC/4AS/5C/5CS ./

600831 L

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 B-450S

Trim angle adjusting-rod

28 The trim angle can be adjusted by changing the position of
the trim angle adjusting-rod.

MALTA

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6L5B34L

4AC/4AS/5C/5CS

flE-OR331

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 B-51'.JS

Cowling lock lever

MALTA
The top cowling can be removed and refittEed by operating
the cowling lock levers. Pulling the rear lever up and pulling
the front lever up unlock the top cowling fur removal. After
refitting the cowling, lock it with the levers.

6L!OR40L
8-'JOOS

Cowling lock lever

4AC/4AS/5C/5CS
The top cowling can be removed by hrc c.owlinq
lock lever ciownward. After

6clJH4 I l

Choke knob
28 4AC/4AS/5C/5CS
2B/4AC/4AS/5C/5CS
L_O Turning this knob to right 1s nq 1t to ON! supplies " rich
n1ixture rt:qu1rerl to st

6A 1BSOS

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 B-8605
Choke knob
MALTA MALTA
Pulling this knob (setting it to ON) supplies a rich mixture re-
quired to start the engine.

Recoil starter handle

Pulling this handle vigorously cranks the engine to start.

C-200S

Carrying-handle
MALTA
Carrying-handle is integrated into thP swivel bracket. The
carrying-handle enables you to carry the cnqine readily with
a single hand.

I Carryinci-handle

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 C-150S
Steering adjustment
2B Resistance to steering movement is provided by a friction
device, and this can be adjusted by means of the adjusting-
bolt on the swivel-bracket.

To increase resistance:
Turn the adjusting-bolt clockwise.

To decrease resistance:
Turn the adjusting-bolt anti-clockwise.

6A I C010

MALTA 4AC/4AS/5C/5CS

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6L5CllM 6tOC20M

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 C-11 OS
Throttle-control adjustment
28 28
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Resistance to the operation of the thro control lever 1s
provided by a friction device locat within the aprons, and
this can be adjusted by an ad·

To increase the res1 nee:

Turn the adjust1 -screw clockwise

To deer sc the resistance:

Turn e adjusting-screw anti-clockwise.

6A1C300
C l!US
Throttle-control adjustment
MALTA 4AC/4AS/5C/5CS
MAL TA/4AC/4AS/5C/5CS
Resistance to the operation of the throttle-qrip is provided
by a frict1011 device located within the steerinq handle, and
this can be adjusted by an ad1usting-bolt

To increase the resistance

Turn the adjusting-bolt clockwise.

To rlecrcasc the resistance

Turn the ad1ustinc1-bolt iH1t1 clockwise.

Whc11 constant speed is required, t1qhte11 the arl1ust111q-holt

to 11winta1n the required th1ottlc sctt111q.
6L5C40M tll UC SOM

16 - -
 C520S

3 SYMBOL S
1 2

~ 10
0 1. A serious risk is present.
• Read and follow the instructio ns before operatin g.

2. Electrica l switch function s -ON, OFF.

3. Empty -Half full -Full

4 5 6
4. Enqine fuel

iU 5.

6.
Fluid level

Gear-shi ft lever for selecting

ward-N eutra I-Revers e
Forward -Neutral /For-

7 9 7. Oil lubricatio n point

8. Outboar d motor tilt moveme nt

qx-- 71 Portable gasoline fuel containe r
9.

10. Pos1t1on of throttle- control device for stopprnq motor

10& 12

A
11.

12.

13
Starter-s witch for enq1ne

Warninq against fire halard

Shallow water clrrvrc

14. Outboar d motor trlt up

-. 5. Outboar d motor free lock

13 14 15

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 C-610S
SERIAL NUMBERS
2B
The outboard motor serial number is stamped

I:::s
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I >-,
attached to the upper part of the swivel br
The engine serial number is stampe
cylinder body.
et.
n the port side of the

ATTENTION:~~--,.<--~~~~~~~~~~~­
Ouote both seria umbers when asking for a service to
or when ordering parts. Keep note of

6A ICBOM 6AIC81M
C-500S
SERIAL NUMBERS
MALTA
The outboard motor serial number is stamped on the plate
attached to the port side of the clamp-bracket.
The engine serial number 1s stamped on the port side of the
cylinder body.

ATTENTION:~~~~~~~~~~--~~~~­
Ouote both serial numbers when asking for a service to
be carried out or when ordering parts. Keep note of
these numbers.

6L5C82M 6L5C83M

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 C- 700S
COATING OF THE BOAT BOTTOM
Anti-fouling paints containing copper should not be used for
coating the boat bottom, as such products tend to cause
more rapid engine corrosion_

OPERATION IN SALT WATER

After operating in salt water, wash out the cooling-water
passages with fresh water to prevent them from becoming
clogged-up with salt deposits.

OPERATION IN TURBID WATER

4AC/4AS/5C/5CS
It is strongly recomrnenc1ec1 _;;"""u' al chron·1iurn-
outbo0rrl 's to be

REPLACEMENT PARTS
If replacement parts are necessary, usP only cienuine
Yamaha parts or equivalents of the same type ;rncl of equ1
valent strength anc1 materials. Any part of inff3rior quality
may malfunction, and the result1ns1 loss of control could en-
danger the operator and passenciers.

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D-001 S
MOUNTING HEIGHT
RIGGING To run your boat at optimum efficiency, the water-resist-
ance (drag) of the boat and outboard motor must be made
OUTBOARD MOTOR MOUNTING as little as possible. The mounting-height of the outboard
Mount the outboard motor on the center-line (keel-line) of
motor greatly affects the water-resistance. If the mounting-
the boat, and ensure that the boat itself is well balanced.
height is too high, cavitation tends to occur, thus reducing
Otherwise, the boat will be hard to steer. For boats without a
the propulsion; and if the propeller tips cut the air, the en-
keel or which are asymmetrical, consult your Yamaha
gine speed will rise abnormally and cause the engine to
dealer. overheat. If the mounting-height is too low, the water-resist-
A.WARNING ance will increase and thereby reduce engine efficiency.
Mount the engine so that the anti-cavitation plate is be-
Overpowering a boat may cause severe instability. Do
tween the bottom of the boat and a level 25 mm ( 1") below
not install an outboard motor with more horsepower
it.
than the maximum rating on the capacity plate of the
boat. If the boat does not have a capacity plate, consult A WARNING
your Yamaha dealer or the boat manufacturer. The optimum mounting height of the outboard motor is
affected by the purpose of the boat and the outboard
motor, and may be determined by making test runs.

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0-25 mm 10-1 "I

6G 1DCXJL 6G1D01 L

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 D-11 OS
CLAMPING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR
1 ! Place the outboard on the transom so that it is posi-
tioned as close to the centre as possible Tighten the
clamp-screws evenly and securely. Check the clamp-
screws for tightness occasionally during operation of the
motor as they can work loose due to engine vibration.
Loose clamp-screws could allow the motor to fall off 111to
the water (for example. when the boat makes a sharp
turn). or coulcl cause serious 1n1ury.

6L 50000

21 The use of a safety-cha111 or safety-cable 1s reco111-

mended. Attach one end to the safety-chain f1xinq-prnnt
(located beside the cla111p-scrcw) aml the other end to a
secure 111ount1nq-po1nt on the boat

.&WARNING
Ensure the transom clamp-screws are tightened se-
curely, and occasionally check their tightness while the
motor is in operation.

fiLSDll10

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 D-2005
TRIM ANGLE
2B To ensure steering stability and good performance, it is
essential to have the correct trim angle. If the trim angle is
made too great, the buoyancy centre of the boat will shift
towards the stern. In this condition, and if the stability mo-
ment at the bow is large, the boat will tend to 'porpoise',
and could cause the operator and passengers to be thrown
overboard. If the trim angle is insufficient, the bow may
'plough', making the boat unstable.
6A 1DlOL
To adjust the trim angle, remove the adjusting-rod from the
stern bracket assembly, and -while tilting the motor -reposi-
MALTA tion the rod in the desired hole. The appropriate trim angle

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depends on the combination of boat, engine and propeller,
as well as on the opernting conditions, but generally the
boat will be in stable trim when the trim angle is 3 degrees
I
to 5 degrees by the stern .
. 1 Trim angle adjusting-rod
AWARNING
1- Improper trim angle can cause loss of control. Set the
6LSD11 L
trim angle carefully.

4AC/4AS/5C/5CS NOTE:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~-
• To obtain better steering stability when operating
against a strong wind, 1t is advisable to reduce the trim
angle slightly. Conversely, if the wind is favourable, the
trim angle may be slightly increased to improve the
steering stability.
• To lower the bow, move the rod towards the mounting-

-·~ GEOD 12L

plate. To raise the bow, move the rod towards the en-
gine.

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 D-930S
PROPELLER SELECTION
The performance of your outboard motor will be critically
affected by your choice of propeller, for an incorrect one
could adversely affect performance and could seriously
damage the motor. The engine speed depends on the pro-
peller size and the boat load. If the engine speed is too high
or too low for good engine performance, this will have an
adverse effect on the engine.

Yamaha outboard motors are fitted with propellers chosen

to perform well over a range of applications, but there may
be uses where a propeller with a different pitch would be
1/4.x714-B better. For a greater operating load, a smaller-pitch propeller
7-1/4x4 - A -.......,- .......,- -r
-,----- ' ---r
1 2 3 1 2 3 is more suitable as it enables the correct engine speed to be
6EOD21 M maintained. Conversely, a larger-pitch propeller is rnure
6A 1D20M
suitable for a smaller operating load.

Yamaha dealers stock a range of propellers, and can advise

MALTA
you and install a propeller on your outboard that is best
suited to your application.

Propeller diameter (in inches)

2. Propeller pitch (in inches)
3 Type of bushing

A.WARNING
Before commencing to remove or install a propeller,
BS remove the spark-plug cap to prevent the engine start-
1 ing and causing accident or injury. It is good practice to
3 insert a piece of wood between the anti-cavitation plate
and the propeller to lock the propeller and thus protect
6L5D220
your hands from injury.

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c-OlOE'
FUEL AND ENGINE OIL CAUTION:
Use only new clean petrol which has been stored in
clean containers and is not contaminated with water or
FUEL
Use Regular-grade petrol (gasoline). foreign matter.

AWARNING ENGINE OIL

PETROL (GASOLINE) AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGHLY Recommended oil: Yamaha outboard motor oil
FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE! If Yamaha outboard motor oil is not available. anothPr
• Do not smoke when refueling, and keep away from 2 stroke engine oil with certified TC-Wll may be used.
sparks. flames, or other sources of ignition.
• Stop engine before refueling.
• Refuel in a well-ventilated area. Refuel portable fuel
tanks off the boat.
• Take care not to spill petroL If petrol spills, wipe it up
immediately with dry rags.
• Do not overfill the fuel tank.
• Tighten the filler cap securely after refueling.
• If you should swallow some petrol, inhale a lot of pe-
trol vapor, or get petrol in your eyes, get immediate
medical attention.
• If any petrol spills onto your skin, immediately wash
with soap and water. Change clothing if petrol spills
on it.

Fuel tank capacity:

.3 .26 Imµ gal)
MAL TA 1.35 litres (0 36 US yal, 0.31 Imp gal)

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 MIXING RATIO
28/MAL TA/4AC/5C
011 : Petrol
2 ---- ---------j

Runninsi-1n period
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. 100 !

1 i Pour 011 ancl petrol into the fuel tank, 111 that order.

Oil 2 Petrol

21 Then rrnx the fuel thorouqhly by shilk111q.

3·1 Make SlJrl' the oil is n1ixPd vvith petr·ol zind tHHJr the n1ix-
ture into the fuel tank loccterl on top of the L'nqinc

CAUTION:
6A1F-IJ1U
• Avoid using any oil other than the designated type .
• Use a t •• oroughly blended fuel-oil mixture .
4AS/5CS • If the mixture is not thoroughly blended or the mix-
ing ratio is incorrect, the following problems will
occur.
Low oil ratio:
Due to lack of oil, major engine trouble such as
l~~
seizure will result.
_J, i High oil ratio:
-___:--~·~•-H•••••u•u.._,
--···-~ Fouled spark-plugs, smoky exhaust, or heavy car-
bon deposits will result.

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 F· S30E
RUNNING-IN PROCEDURE
Your new engine requires a period of running-in to allow
adjacent surfaces of moving parts to wear in evenly and
thus ensure proper performance and longer engine life

Mixing ratio on first tankful

Oil/Petrol (gasoline) 1 ; 50

Procedure
1 I Run the engine at the lowest possible speed for the first
5 rninutes.
2) Next. slowly open the throttle up to 112.
3) Continue operation at half-throttle or less until fuel 111 a
tank is exhausted.
41 After first tankful, ~10 to 1 100

CAUTION; - - - - - - - -- ------ -----

Failure to follow the running-in procedure may result in
severe damage to the engine.

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 G-020S

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
28

PRIOR TO OPERATION

CAUTION:
1. Check that there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank.
2. Place the fuel tank on a flat surface. The fuel-line
must be positioned so that it is not twisted or flat-
tened, or likely to come into contact with sharp ob-
jects.
3. Check that the necessary service tools and spare
parts are on board.
4. Do not start the engine out of water.
6AIGOOO

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6LoGIOO

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 CJ-260S
STARTING PROCEDURE
2B/MALTA

A.WARNING
Before starting the engine, make sure that the boat is
tightly moored and that you can steer clear of any ob-
structions.

1) Loosen the air-vent screw attached to the fuel-tank cap

by 2 or 3 turns.

2B
A WARNING
When the air-vent screw is loosened, petrol vapor will
be released. Petrol (gasoline) is highly flammable, and
its vapors are flammable and explosive.
Refrain from smoking, and keep away from open flames
and sparks while loosening the air-vent screw.

bA1C30l 21 Place the fuel cock knob in the OPEN position.

MALTA

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 MALTA

-+.'laEe-l:he-tb=~""su<J""""'rt
1 Place th e gear-shift le ver ·in the NEUTRA
22B
3I L position.
e osition.

MALTA
3) Place the th rottle-g rip
· .in the START pos1t1on.
START

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4) Place the choke knob .in the STA

NOTE: RT position.

But if th-e~e~n~.;;:~~------

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pos1t1on.
. . IE g1ne IS w arm, place the -:---- in-the
- RUN
_hoke knob . -

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 5) To start the engine, pull the starter-handle slowly until
resistance is felt, then give a strong pull.

NOTE:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~­
Should the engine fail to start on the first pull, repeat the
above procedure several times. In the event that the engine
will not start, refer to the section on troubleshooting.

6) After the engine starfs, do not let go of the starter-

handle, but return it slowly to its home position before
releasing it.

6EOG600

7) After using the choke, place the choke knob in the RUN
2B MALTA
position.

NOTE:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~­
lf the choke knob 1s left in the START position, the engine
will stall.
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6A 1G70M 6L5G71M

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 1-300S
ENGINE WARM-UP
28
1. Before beginning operation. allow the engine to warm up
at idling speed for 3 minutes. (Failure to do this will
shorten the engine life.)
2. Check that water runs from the cooling-water pilot-
holes.

CAUTION:
A continuous flow of water from the cooling-water pilot-
6A 1IOOL holes is necessary to prevent overheating and serious
damage to the engine. If water does not flow from the
MALTA pilot-holes during running, stop the engine and check to
see if the water-inlet on the lower casing is blocked.
Clear any blockage; otherwise take the engine to your
nearest Yamaha dealer.

6L5101 L

4AC/4AS/5C/5CS

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 +060S
FORWARD AND REVERSE
MALTA

A WARNING
If the outboard motor hits an underwater object, check
the gear case and brackets. Damage could make the out-
board motor unsafe to operate.

Forward
Turn the gear-shift lever quickly and firmly from Neutral to
Forward

6L:.iBOOO

Reverse

ii=---~ The outboard motor 1s des1yner1 to rnake a full 360 turn

(full-pivot systern) The boat can be backed by simply turn-
1nq the ensiine 180.

AWARNING
When operating in Reverse, be sure to keep the throttle
no more than 1 /2 open. If not, the boat will be unstable
and loss of control may result, thus causing possible in-
jury to persons.

6L oH030

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 H-41 SS

STOPPING
28

r- CAUTION:
Before stopping the engine, reduce the engine tem-
1
perature by running it at idling speed or low speed for 2
to 3 minutes.

11 Push the stoµ switch to stop the engine.

fiA 1H200

MALTA 4AC/4AS/5C/5CS

fil1JH24M

39 .
 2B/MAL TA/ 4AC/5C
2) After stopping the engine, tighten the air-vent screw and
place the fuel-cock knob in the closed position.

6A 1H30L

CLOSEO•J

6A 1 H4(JS

4AC/5C
0

6EOH43L

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 e 760S
TILT-UP
MALT A/ 4AC/5C
MAL TA/4AC/4AS/5C/Scs
If the engine will be stopped for some time, or if the boat is
moored in shallows, the engine should be tilted up to pro-
tect the propeller and casing from damage by collision with
obstructions, and also to reduce salt corros1011.

CAUTION:
1. Do not tilt-up the engine by pushing the steering-
6A I H30L
handle as this could break the handle.

MALTA 2. Keep the power unit higher than the propeller at all
times to prevent water running into the cylinder and
damaging it.
3. When the outboard motor is in Forward or the gear-
shift lever is in Neutral, tilting-up is possible, but
when it is in Reverse (turned back 180) or the gear-
shift lever is in Reverse, tilting-up is impossible.

6L5H42L 1) Tighten the air-vent screw and place tlw fuel-cock knob
1n the close cl position.
4AC/5C
0

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 4AS/5CS
4AS/5CS
1) Disconnect the fuel-line from the motor.
2) Place the gear-shift lever in Neutral.
3) Place the motor in Forward.

6EDH50L

MALTA
MALTA
4) Hold the rear of the top cowling with one hand, tilt the
engine up, and the tilt-support lever 1s turned to the
locked position automatically.
4AC/4AS/5C/5CS
4) Hold the rear of the to 1ng with one hand, tilt the
up, an the tilt-support lever to the clamp-
the other hand.
6L5H81L

4AC/ 4AS/5C/5CS 5) When bringing the engine to the home position, slightly
tilt up the engine, pull back the tilt-support lever and
slowly tilt the engine down .

.&WARNING
To prevent fuel leaking out, it is important to tighten the
air-vent screw and place the fuel-cock knob in the
closed position or disconnect the fuel-line if the engine
is to be tilted up for more than a few minutes.
6EOH83L

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 1-030S
EMERGENCY STARTING PROCEDURES
MALTA
If the starter does not work, the engine may be startPd with
an emergency starter rope_

Procedure
1I Place the gear-shift lever in the NEUTRAL position_
21 To remove the cowling: pulling the rear lever up and
pulling the front lever up unlocks the top cowl1nq for
remove.
3) Remove the starter by removing the 3 bolts sccur111g the
rewind mechanism to the flywheel
4) To start the engine with the emPrc;cncy starter rope P11-
suring that loose clothins1 3ncl other ob1ects arc kept well
6L51100
away from the engine, insert the knotted encl of the rope
into the notch 111 the flywheel rotor, w111cl the rope 011e 01
2 turns clockwise, then pull to stall_ Repeat 1f necessary

&WARNING

.... When starting or operating the engine, do not touch the

ignition-coil, high-voltage wire, spark-plug cap or other
electrical parts carrying high voltage_
Keep loose clothing and other objects away from the en-
gine when starting it with an emergency starter rope_
An unguarded rotating flywheel is very dangerous_ Do
not attempt to replace the top cowling when the engine
is running_ Proceed at once to the nearest port to get the
engine repaired_ Take care to prevent water splashing
onto the flywheel_

OL ~il200

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 1-.1 !LS

SHALLOW WATER CRUISING

MALTA
11 Place the gear shift lever in the NEUTRAL pos1t1on.
21 Slightly tilt up the enq1ne anrl the tilt-support lever 1s
turrwcl to the locker! pos1t1on ;wtumat1cillly tu support
the engine

31 When brins1111g the eng111c tu tlw ho111e pus1t1on. sl1c1htly

tilt up the engine, pu!I back the tilt-support l"w:r and
slowly tilt the e11c1111e clown.

4AC/4AS/5C/5CS
T!1c OLJthocird rnotor

bL_~)ISOU
shallow Wdter c:r·u1s1r1q ossihlc. To tilt dowr1. f1r·st tilt up
the 011tbu;irrl rno sl1qhtly 1mcl then p11t tlw t1lt·support
levr.>r tovvarc u vvh1le tilt1r1q dov1i11

In shallows. run the boat at the lowest speed possible.

The free-lock mechanism will not operate and may thus
cause the engine to lift ourof the water and the boat to
lose control when the lower casing hits an underwater
obstacle. Personal injury may result when the engine is
operating in reverse. as it can easily be lifted by the
force of reverse thrust.

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TRANSPORTATION AND STORAGE FUEL TANK

Store the fuel tank 111 a dry, well-ventilated 1il;1u: not in d1
OUTBOARD MOTOR rect sunlight
To transport or store the outboard motor. follow this proce-
dure: AWARNING
Us1nq fresh water. flush the cooling-water pi1ssac1cs aml For a long period of storage, drain the fuel from the tank.
wash the 111otm ilorly. (Refp1 to "Cle;rniriCJ the Outboarcl
Motor"!.
2B/MAL TA/4AC/5C
2. Tiqhten the ;m-vcnt screw ;me: place the fuel-cock knob
111 the CLOSED pos1t1011
4AS/5CS
2 RcnHiV(; tfH: fLH'I i1r1c connect10~1s frur11 the n1otor.
3 Ru11 the f:rHJllH' <lt icJlir1q spct:d ii the cdrhur·l:lur 1s
crnpty
4 Cornplf:tc~ly r!r·i.1111 the er uut of tht.: outhodrd rnutor
;mrl tlioro11ql1ly cir• llH: burly.
~- R(:r1i<1vt~ the ark-pluq, pour d lt:i.1Spocinful of clcCJ11 f~11
q111e 0111 u tht: cyl1r1der·, ;:ir1<1 r(;pl<Jct' the spdr k-plLJSJ

CAUTIOfll:
1. Do not place the engine on its side before the cooling
water has drained from it completely, or water may
enter the cylinder through the exhaust port and
cause problems.
2. Store the engine in a dry, well-ventilated place, not
in direct sunlight.

AWARNING
For a long period of storage, drain the fuel from the tank.

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K 03 1 S

ADJUSTMENT AND MAINTENANCE

PERIODIC INSPECTION CHART

Frequency of maintenance operations may be adjusted according to the operating conditions, but the following table gives general
guidelines.

The mark l•I indicates the check-ups which you may carry out yourself.
The mark I< ) indicates work to be carried out by your Yamaha dealer.

Maintenance interval Initial Thereafter every

f--
50 hours 100 hours 100hours 200 hours
10hours
Item 3 months 6 months 6 n1onths 12 months
c-
Spark-plug Cleaning/ Adjustment
• l- • • •
Greasing points Greasing
• •
Gearbox-oil Change
• • •
Fuel syste111 Inspection
• •
Fuel tank (Separate tank)
-+
Cleaning
•
Idling speed Adjustment
• •
Anode Inspect1 on I Rep Iace me nt
•
Outboard motor body Inspection
• • •
Coolin,1-watcr passages Cleaninc1
• • •
Propeller Inspection
• • •
Shear-pin and cotter-pin Inspect1on I Re placement
• • •
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 Initial Thereafter every
Maintenance interval i

50 hours
- ,- 100 hours
- -r - -
100 hours 200 hours
10 hours
Item 3 months 6 months 6 months 12 months
-+------ - - - - - - -

Carburetor setting Inspection/ Adjustment I

-----+ - - - --- t -- -----------··----+----------~----

Ignition timing Inspection/ Adjustment

Bolts and nuts Retightening

Fuel tank (Built ir1 tank) Cleaning

K-1Jos·
SPARK-PLUG CLEANING AND ADJUSTMENT
Spark-plug torque:
The spark-plug is an important engine component and is
20 Nm (2.0 m •kg, 14 ft• lb)
easy to inspect. The condition of the spark-plug can indicate
something about the condition of the engine. For example, if NOTE:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
the centre electrode porcelain is very white, this could indi- If a torque-wrench is not available when you are fitting a
cate an intake air leak or carburetion problem in that cylin- spark-plug, a good estimate of the correct torque is 1/4 to
der. Do not attempt to diagnose any problems yourself. In- 1 /2 a turn past finger-tight. Have the spark-plug adjusted to
stead, take the outboard motor to a Yamaha dealer. You the correct torque as soon as possible with a torque-
should periodically remove and inspect the spark-plug be- wrench.
cause heat and deposits will cause the spark-plug to slowly
break down and erode. If electrode erosion becomes ex- A.WARNING
cessive, or if carbon and other deposits are excessive, you When removing or installing a spark plug, be careful not
should replace the spark-plug with another of the correct to damage the insulator. A damaged insulator could
type. allow external sparks. which could lead to explosion or
fire.

MALTA NGK BR-6HS10

S HS

Before fitting the spark-plug, measure the electrode gap

with a wire thickness gauge; adjust the gap to specification
1f necessary.
NGK BR-5HS
Spark-plug gap: NGK BR-7HS
2 Cl /5C/5CS ~'!"_~/~4;:A~S!..:_/5~C-:.!./35~~'-<..·5 - 0.6 rn
0.5-0.6 mm 0.020-0.024 in) (0 0024")
MALTA 0.9-1.0 mm (0035--0.039 in) MALTA 0.9-1.0mrn
(0.035 0 039")
When fitting the plug, always clean the gasket surface and NGK BR-6HS10
use a new gasket. Wipe off any dirt from the threads and
NGKP200
screw in the spark-plug to the correct torque.
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I I
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~ YAMAHA Crease A

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GEARBOX-OIL CHANGE
28 MALTA
1) Place a suitable container under the gearbox.
2) Rem~e the oil drain-plug.
\ ~ -
3) Remove the oil-level plug to allow the oil to drain com-
~- pletely.

NOTE: ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
·~ For disposal of used oil consult your Yamaha dealer.

4) With the outboard motor in an upright position, using a

2
flexible or pressurised filling device, inject outboard
motor hypoid gearbox-oil (SAE 90) into the oil drain-plug
hole.

Gearbox-oil capacity:
6A IKlOM 6L5K 12M 4 5 cm'TI~"YS...<>r-T'OBlmrr zI
MAL TA 75 cm' (2 53 US oz, 2.64 Imp oz)
4AC/4AS/5C/5CS
4AC/4AS/5C/5CS
~.701mpoz)

/-" 1 Oil-level plug

/'
2 Oil drain-plug
0
---- --
5) When oil begins to flow out of the oil-level plug hole, in-

IV 0 - 2
sert and tighten the oil-level plug.
6) Screw 1n the oil drain-plug.

CAUTION:
Replace the gearbox-oil after the first 10 hours of opera-
tion, and thereafter every 100 hours or at 6-monthly in-
tervals. If the gearbox-oil becomes "milky," consult a
Yamaha dealer.
6EOK 14M 6EOK20M

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 FUEL SYSTEM INSPECTION
28 28/MALTA
c-,
II
l AWARNING
i Petrol (Gasoline) and its vapors are highly flammable
and explosive. Keep away from sparks, cigarettes,
flames or other sources of ignition.

4
\_3
l
Check the fuel system frn leaks. cracks. or malfu11ct1011s It
any problem 1s found. do the rwccssary repair or rcpli1ce-
n1ent as required. If no causP- can he foLJnd. c:onsult voln
.1
'~~---~--
) nearest Yamaha dealer .

6A 1K31U Checking points

1 Carburetor leakaqe
2 Fuel tank leakaqe.
MALTA 3 Fuel hose 101111 leakaqrc
4 Fuel hose cracks en d11y dt-H11aqt~

AWARNING
Failure to check for fuel leakage may result in fire or ex-
plosion.

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 K-SOOS
IDLING SPEED ADJUSTMENT
28
Procedure
1) Start the engine and allow it to warm up fully by running
in Neutral, and check that it is running smoothly.
2) Adjust the throttle stop-screw to set the idling speed to
specification (see "SPECIFICATIONS") by turning the
stop-screw clockwise to increase the idling speed, and
turning it anti-cl;ckwise to decrease the idling speed.

J 6A1K70L NOTE:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Correct idling-speed adjustment is only possible if the en-
MALTA gine is fully warmed-up. If not warmed up fully, the speed
setting will tend to be too high.

1 Throttle stop-screw

&K 72L

6EOK 74L

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 L-250S

ANODE INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT

28 Yamaha outboard motor is protected from corrosion by a
sacrificial anode.

Check the anode periodically. Remove the scales from sur-

•.
faces of the anode.
Without removing them. it is impossible to bring the anode
into full play.
For the periodic inspection and replacement of the anode,
6A I L21 L consult a Yamaha dealer.

MALTA CAUTION:
Do not paint the anode, for this would render it ineffec-

{\
tive.

'
I
\

·~ 6L5L20L

4AC/4AS/5C/5CS

bcULJOL

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 L ·330S
CLEANING THE OUTBOARD MOTOR
MALTA
After use, wash the body of the outboard motor and flush
the cooling·water passages wrth fresh water to remove
-·· 1
mud, salt, seaweed etc. which could clog or corrode the
passages and thereby shorten engine Irle.
--2
To clean cooling-water passages
Fit the outboard motor on the water tank, and fill the tank
with fresh water to above the level of the arllr·cavrtation
plate.
Shrft rnto Neutral, start the enqrne, and run at low speed for
a few minutes.

bLSL410
CAUTION:
If the fresh water level is below the level of the anti-ca-
vitation plate, or if the water supply is insufficient, en-
gine seizure may occur.

I Water surface
2 Lowest wciter level
 L-S15S

PROPELLER
MALTA
AWARNING
When removing or installing the propeller, remove the
spark-plug cap from the spark-plug.
Otherwise, the engine may start suddenly, and a serious
accident may result.

[How to remove]
1I Using the pliers prov1clecl. stra1~1hten the cottcr-p111 and
pull it out.
21 Remove the propeller nut
31 Remove the propel lei
6L5L 760

[How to replace]
11 Apply Yamaha qrease A 1water-res1stant qreasel to the
µrope IIer-shalt.
21 Slide the propeller ove1 the propeller-shilft
3) Align the hole in the propeller-nut with the hole in the
propeller-shaft and 111sert the cotter-p111 111to the hole. Be
sure to bend the cotter-pin ends.

tll'.)L770

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 N-100S

SUBMERGED MOTOR

The engine will be very seriously affected if submerged, and

an engine which has been submerged should be taken to a
Yamaha dealer for servicing as soon as possible. If this can-
not be done quickly, carry out the follow111y First Aid nwa-
sures:

Thornughly wash away, rnud, salt, seaweed etc with

fresh water
2. Remove the spark-plug, and crank the enqirw SPveral
times with the spark-plug hole facing downwards to
drain water out of the enq11w <rncl c:ari>ur<etor
3. Feed the enqirw-oil 111to the motor throuqh the spark-
plug hole ancJ ccirblJretur while turr11n~J the e11q1rH; over
repeatedly by opcratinq the manual starter su that oil
spr-Pads out over- the stnf;-ices of the 1nrH:r pdr ts of the
en~1inc.
4 Refit the spar k-pluq

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problems with yuur outboard motor can largely be prevented by regular preventive maintenance. Many problems a1ise f10111 careless
hancllinq and abuse. The following table lists some common difficulties and their possible causes. Should you still have cliff1culties
after invest1gat1nc1 these. please contact your Yamaha dealer.

A The ensiine will not start.

B. The enciine runs irreqularly or stalls.
C. The engine idles unevenly
D. En(Jine spieecl will not increase.
E. The engine is overheating.
F. Enciine speed 1s higher than normal.
G. Enq1ne speed 1s lower than normal
H Boilt speecl is low

A B c D E F G H Possible Cause

Fuel tank is empty.

Fuel hose is incorrectly connected.

Fuel hose is flattener1 or kin keel

Fuel pump is maltu11ct1on1m1. MALTA/4AC/4AS/5C/5CS

Fuel is cuntan1ir1;:1tecl or stall~

lncur1ect start11HJ procedure

Specified enqinP-uil has not tiePn us~d

Spark-pluq is fouled ur clc:fE!l t1v"

Spcirk-pluq is in irH:orrect hE~at r·anqe.

Incorrect spark pluq <Jap

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 A B c D E F G H Possible Cause

Spark-plug cap incorrectly fitted.

Wiring or electrical connections faulty.

CDI ur11t 1s malfunctioning. MALTA/4AC/4AS/5C/5CS

~--+--+----+--+---+--+---+--+--~
Ignition-coil is malfunctioning. MAL TA/4AC/4AS/5C/5CS

' ' ~- Clogged water passages.

±
Faulty water-pump.

_____i_
1
'. -_. 11. 4_~SI_~~/
--1··----+----+---+-T_h_e_r_m_os tat c Iog g ed or fa u Ity. MALT A/ 4A_C_I
Cavitation is occuri11q
5CS____ - - - -

Propeller 1s darnagecl.

Propeller is incorrect prtch or drameter.

Incorrect trrrn-angle.

Load on boat is 1mpropecrly clrstrr!Juted.

Transom is too low.

Transom is too high.

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 MALTA

P fJ(JlS

B i Black

Br i Bruwr1

G Green
R W G W B Br 6
4

:~
CJy Grey
L Blue
0 ----Il>Cil-- 0
0 I Orari~Je
5
p

R ,Rcrl
Pink
Bl
Sh Sky-hluc

,w Whitt;
y Y<>llow
~
I
~q Li\Jht-\ireeri
j 1

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I Pulser-coil 1 4 Ignition-coil

2 Pulser-coil 2 5 CDI unit

3 Charqe-crnl 6 Stop switch

74-
 -~

-----.0~- - B
c

b•\ 1 f'l)(lf

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Q-130E*

SPECIFICATIONS

Model
Item
Unit 2B MALTA
--- -----~~
-----1--~- --- --
DIMENSIONS

•Overall width "A" - - - - - m m (in_) - - !185 (7.3) ______ -

285(11.21
•Overall height "B" mm (in I 920 (36.2) S: 996 (39.2) L 1, 123 (44.2)
•Transom height "C" 420 (16.5)
mm (in.) s 442 (17 41 L 569 (22.4)
•Overall length "D" mm (in.) 400 (15.8) 375 (1481
•Weight I
---------- ____l__
kg (lb
- ------ __ L
10 122.01
--- - - - s 16.5 (36.3) L 17.5 (38.51
PERFORMANCE

•Full throttle operating range revs/min. (rpm) 4,000 - 5,000 4,500 -- 5,500
•Maximum output kW (HP)/ at rpm 1.5 121/4,500 2.2 131 5,000
•Average maximum power kW (HP)/ at rpm 1.5 12)/4,500 2.2 13115,000
•Idling speed revs/min. (rpm) 1, 100 - 1,200 1,150 1,250
ENGINE

•Type Two stroke Two stroke

•Number of cylinder
•Bore and stroke mm(in.) 39 x 36 ( .54 x 1.421 46X 42(182 X 165)
•Piston displacement cm' (cu.in.) 43 (2.62) 70 (4.271
•Cooling system Water c oling Water coolinq
•Ignition system stem CDI system
•Spark-plug NGK BR-6HS 10
•Spark-plug gap mm(in.) 0.5 0 024) 0_9 - 1.0 (0 03S 0 039)

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t:: --···---. .____~o~del Unit 28 MALTA
DRIVE UNIT

•Gear positions Forward 1 Forward-Neutral

•Gear ratio 2.08 (27/13)
I 2.08 (27113)
FUEL AND OIL

•Fuel
Regular-grade petrol (Gasoline) Regular-grade
•Fuel tank capacity L (US gal, Imp gal) 1.2 (0 32, 0.26) 1.35 (0.36, 031)
I :foe
•Recommended engine-oil
Yamaha outboard motor oil Yamaha outboard motor oil
•Recommended gearbox-oil Outboard motor hypoid
gearbox-oil (SAE 90)
I gearbox-oil
Outboard motor hypoid
(SAE 90)
•Gear-oil capacity cm 1 (US oz. Imp oz) 45(152, 1.58)
I 75 (2 53, 2.64)
1. The average maximum power represents the maximum power at the center of the full-throttle speed range.

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R-600E

AWARNING
Certain components used in the construction of this product contain asbestos.
Asbestos may be found in the following: gaskets and heat insulators.
Breathing asbestos dust is hazardous to health.
Please take care when working with/servicing parts containing asbestos.
1. Always work out of doors in a well ventilated place.
2. Do not drill, file or cut the component unless essential and then use only low
speed tools equiped, if possible, with dust extractors.
If high speed tools are used they must be equiped with dust extraction facility.
3. When possible dampen before cutting to reduce possibility of dust.
4. Dampen dust and place it in a properly sealed receptacle and dispose of it safely.

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