Yamaha 2006 SuperJet 700, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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● Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
to your wrist and keep it free from the
handlebars so that the engine stops if the
operator falls off. After riding, remove the
engine shut-off cord from the watercraft to
avoid accidental starting or unauthorized
use by children or others.
● Scan carefully for swimmers, and stay
away from swimming areas. Swimmers
are hard to see and you could acciden-
tally hit someone in the water.
● Avoid being hit by another boat! You
should always take the responsibility to
watch for traffic; other boaters may not be
watching for you. If they do not see you,
or if you maneuver more quickly than
other boaters expect, you risk a collision.
●
Maintain a safe distance from other boats
and watercraft, and also watch for ski
ropes or fishing lines. Obey the “Rules of
the Road” and be sure to check behind
you before making a turn. (See Rules of
the Road on page 1-14.)
● According to the USCG, boats under
6.1 m (20 ft) in length like your watercraft
MUST carry a fire extinguisher of a B-1
classification, with a capacity of two
pounds or more when navigating in
waters under USCG jurisdiction. In addi-
tion, most state and local boating laws
also require that the fire extinguisher be
approved by the USCG.
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Recommended equipment
The following items should be carried on
board your watercraft:
● Sound-signaling device
You should carry a whistle or other sound-
signaling device that can be used to sig-
nal other boats. See Rules of the Road for
more information.
●
Visual distress signals
It is recommended that a USCG approved
pyrotechnic device be stored in a water-
proof container on your watercraft. A mir-
ror can also be used as an emergency
signal. Contact your Yamaha dealer or the
Coast Guard for more information.
● Watch
A watch is helpful so you will know how
long you have been operating.
● Towline
A towline can be used to tow a disabled
watercraft in an emergency.
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