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Features and functions

EJU31020

Operation of controls and other

functions

EJU31052

Hood

The hood is secured at the rear by a latch.
Lift the steering pole and support it with the
lock pin before removing the hood.

To remove the hood:
(1) Turn the latch knob to the open position,

and then pull up on the hood latch to un-
latch the hood.

(2) Grasp the hood using the handgrips pro-

vided at the front and rear of the hood. Lift
the hood up and to the rear to remove it.

Steering pole

Lock pin

Hood latch knob

Hood latch

Handgrip

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Summary of Contents for 2008 SuperJet

Page 1: ...2008 SuperJet OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION F2F 28199 10 U S A Edition LIT 18626 07 20 ...

Page 2: ...UF2F10E0 book Page 1 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 3: ...n with it even if the watercraft is subsequently sold In this manual information of particular impor tance is distinguished in the following ways The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTEN TION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING EWJ00080 Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the machine operator a bystander or a per son inspecting or repairing the wate...

Page 4: ...nob 26 Throttle lever 26 Cooling water pilot outlet 26 Steering system 27 Steering pole 28 Bow rope hole 28 Stern rope hole 28 Engine overheat warning system 28 Storage pouch 29 Operation 31 Fuel and oil 31 Gasoline 31 2 stroke engine oil 31 Mixing fuel and oil 31 Filling the fuel tank 32 Pre operation checks 33 Pre operation check list 33 Pre operation check points 34 Operation 39 Engine break in...

Page 5: ...and adjusting the spark plugs 63 Lubrication points 64 Adjusting the choke cable 65 Checking the battery 66 Adjusting the carburetor 67 Specifications 68 Specifications 68 Trouble recovery 69 Troubleshooting 69 Troubleshooting chart 69 Emergency procedures 71 Cleaning the jet intake and impeller 71 Jumping the battery 72 Replacing the fuse 73 Towing the watercraft 73 Submerged watercraft 74 Consum...

Page 6: ...is stolen EJU30270 Primary Identification PRI ID number The PRI ID number is stamped on a plate at tached inside the engine compartment EJU30290 Hull Identification Number HIN The HIN is stamped on a plate attached to the hull on the aft starboard right side EJU30310 Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on a plate attached to the engine unit 1 Primary Identification PRI ID numb...

Page 7: ...bel of emission control certificate This label is attached to the electrical box and muffler EJU30410 Manufactured date label This label is attached to the electrical box and muffler 1 Emission control information label location 1 Emission control information label location 1 Manufactured date label location 1 Manufactured date label location UF2F10E0 book Page 2 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 8: ...General and important labels 3 EJU30450 Important labels UF2F10E0 book Page 3 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 9: ...General and important labels 4 EJU35910 Warning labels UF2F10E0 book Page 4 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 10: ...General and important labels 5 UF2F10E0 book Page 5 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 11: ...General and important labels 6 EJU35923 Other labels UF2F10E0 book Page 6 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 12: ...General and important labels 7 The following label indicates the correct direction to upright a capsized watercraft UF2F10E0 book Page 7 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 13: ...ave read this own er s operator s manual the Riding Practice Guide the Riding Instruction card and all warning and caution labels and if possible watched the Basic Orientation Video Showing them the video may help reinforce the information contained in these materi als EJU30690 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft Yamaha recommends a minimum operator age of 16 years old Adults must superv...

Page 14: ...n This is a high performance boat not a toy Sharp turns or jumping wakes or waves can increase the risk of back spinal injury pa ralysis facial injuries and broken legs an kles and other bones Do not jump wakes or waves Do not operate the watercraft in rough wa ter bad weather or when visibility is poor this may lead to an accident causing injury or death Be alert to the possibility of ad verse we...

Page 15: ...rec tum or vagina All riders must wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection Such clothing in cludes thick tightly woven sturdy and snug fitting apparel such as denim but does not include spandex or similar fabrics like those used in bicycle shorts Eye protection is recommended to keep wind water and glare from the sun out of your eyes while you operate your water craft ...

Page 16: ...ater surface conditions If you decide to wear a helmet based upon your riding circum stances choose one carefully Look for a helmet designed for personal watercraft use if possible Consider a helmet meeting Snell or DOT standards If you will be en gaging in closed course competition follow the helmet requirements of the sanctioning organization NEVER operate the watercraft after con suming alcohol...

Page 17: ...y do not see you or if you ma neuver more quickly than other boaters ex pect 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 be fore making a turn See Rules of the Road on page 15 According to the USCG boats under 6 1 m 20 ft in length like your watercraft MUST car...

Page 18: ...aha dealer or the U S Coast Guard for more information Watch A watch is helpful so you will know how long you have been operating the watercraft Towline A towline can be used to tow a disabled wa tercraft in an emergency EJU30850 Hazard information When transporting or storing your water craft always turn the fuel cock knob to OFF otherwise gasoline may overflow from the carburetor Never start the...

Page 19: ...s that jet thrust will produce some movement whenever the engine is running There is no neutral position Keep away from the intake grate while the engine is on Items such as long hair loose clothing or PFD straps can become entan gled in moving parts resulting in severe in jury or drowning Never insert any object into the jet thrust nozzle while the engine is running Severe injury or death could r...

Page 20: ...ght of way has the duty to continue its course and speed except to avoid an immediate collision When you main tain your direction and speed the other vessel will be able to determine how best to avoid you Give way vessel The vessel which does not have the right of way has the duty to take positive and timely action to stay out of the way of the stand on vessel Normally you should not cross in fron...

Page 21: ...uld Overtaking If you are passing another vessel you are the give way vessel This means that the other vessel is expected to maintain its course and speed You must stay out of its way until you are clear of it Likewise if another vessel is passing you you should maintain your speed and direction so that the other vessel can steer itself around you Other special situations There are three other rul...

Page 22: ... system of buoyage Simply put buoys and markers have an arrangement of shapes colors num bers and lights to show which side of the buoy a boater should pass on when navigat ing in a particular direction The markings on these buoys are oriented from the perspective of being entered from seaward the boater is going towards the harbor Red buoys are passed on your starboard right side when proceeding ...

Page 23: ...restricted areas danger areas and general information Remember markings may vary by geograph ic location Always consult local boating au thorities before riding your watercraft in unfamiliar waters UF2F10E0 book Page 18 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 24: ...n learning course available to the public Upon successful completion of 80 percent or better the user can request a certificate of comple tion by mail or can download one immediate ly The Online Boating Safety Course provided by the Boat US Foundation is ap proved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators NASBLA and recognized by the United States Coast Guard This course meet...

Page 25: ...rs and populated beaches When travel in areas like these is unavoidable ride slowly and obey all laws Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure that the exhaust emission and sound levels of your watercraft will continue to be within regu lated limits You have the responsibility to make sure that the recommended mainte nance in this owner s operator s manual is carried out Remember pollution can be...

Page 26: ...pole 3 Steering pole cover 4 Hood 5 Cooling water pilot outlet 6 Fuel tank filler cap 7 Ride plate 8 Jet thrust nozzle 9 Stern rope hole 10 Riding tray 11 Hood latch 12 Handlebars 13 Storage pouch 14 Jet intake 15 Intake grate 16 Drive shaft UF2F10E0 book Page 21 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 27: ... Start switch 6 Throttle lever 7 Engine shut off switch 8 Engine stop switch 9 Engine shut off cord lanyard 10 Bow 11 Fuel tank 12 Battery 13 Silencer 14 Spark plugs Spark plug caps 15 Muffler 16 Water separator 17 Fuel filter 18 Electrical box UF2F10E0 book Page 22 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 28: ... before removing the hood To remove the hood 1 Turn the latch knob to the open position and then pull up on the hood latch to un latch the hood 2 Grasp the hood using the handgrips pro vided at the front and rear of the hood Lift the hood up and to the rear to remove it 1 Steering pole 1 Lock pin 1 Hood latch knob 2 Hood latch 1 Handgrip UF2F10E0 book Page 23 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 29: ...tion NOTE Make sure that the hood is properly secured before operating the watercraft EJU31090 Fuel tank filler cap To remove the fuel tank filler cap turn it coun terclockwise NOTE Make sure that the fuel tank filler cap is se curely closed before operating the watercraft EJU31120 Fuel cock knob The fuel cock supplies fuel from the fuel tank to the carburetors 1 Fuel tank filler cap UF2F10E0 book...

Page 30: ... out of fuel while operating the watercraft When this occurs refuel as soon as possible and be sure to turn the fuel cock knob back to ON EJU31150 Engine stop switch Push the engine stop switch red button to stop the engine normally EJU31160 Engine shut off switch Insert the clip on the end of the engine shut off cord under the engine shut off switch black button The engine will stop automati call...

Page 31: ...itch EJU31200 Choke knob Starting a cold engine requires a richer air fuel mixture which is supplied by the choke Pull the choke knob out to turn the choke on Push the choke knob in to turn the choke off EJU31210 Throttle lever Squeeze the throttle lever to increase engine speed Release the throttle lever to decrease engine speed or to return it to the idle position EJU31220 Cooling water pilot ou...

Page 32: ...after the engine is started Water discharge may not be constant at idle therefore open the throttle a little to check that water discharges properly EJU35930 Steering system Your watercraft can be steered by turning the handlebars in the direction you wish to travel When the handlebars are turned the angle of the jet thrust nozzle is changed and the direc tion of the watercraft is changed accordin...

Page 33: ...raft when transporting mooring or towing it in an emergency EJU36010 Stern rope hole The stern rope hole is located at the stern of the watercraft The stern rope hole is used to attach a rope to the watercraft when mooring it EJU31660 Engine overheat warning system This model is equipped with an engine over heat warning system If the engine starts to overheat the engine speed will be limited to ab...

Page 34: ...he cause of the overheating consult a Yamaha deal er Continuing to operate at higher speeds could result in severe engine damage EJU31671 Storage pouch A storage pouch is provided on the underside of the hood for the owner s operator s manual tool kit and other small items Bend the owner s operator s manual slightly to insert it into the storage pouch and then add the tool kit and any other small ...

Page 35: ...tures and functions 30 NOTE The storage pouch is not waterproof If you carry objects that must be kept dry such as the manual put them in a waterproof bag UF2F10E0 book Page 30 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 36: ...spills on your skin or clothing immediately wash the affected area with soap and water and change your clothes CAUTION ECJ00310 Use only fresh gasoline that has been stored in clean containers EJU31860 Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gasohol con taining ethanol and that containing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if ethanol content does not exceed 10 and the fuel meets the mi...

Page 37: ...tallation procedures 3 Remove the fuel tank filler cap and then slowly add the premixed fuel to the fuel tank Stop filling when the fuel level just reaches the bottom of the filler tube 4 Install the fuel tank filler cap and the hood NOTE The hood must be removed in order to view the fuel level in the fuel tank while adding fu el Be careful not to spill fuel or overfill the fuel tank Do not fill u...

Page 38: ...e Check for water and fuel and drain if necessary 35 Throttle lever Check that the throttle lever springs back smoothly 36 Steering system Check for proper operation 37 Fuel Check the fuel level and replenish if necessary Check the hoses and tank for leakage 34 Water separator Check for water and drain if necessary 34 Battery Check the electrolyte level and battery condition 35 Hood Check that the...

Page 39: ...amaha dealer repair the watercraft EJU32360 Fuel system Check the fuel system for leakage cracks and malfunctions before each use See page 59 for check points and correct procedures 1 Remove the fuel tank filler cap to release any pressure that might have built up in the fuel tank 2 Remove the hood See page 23 for hood removal and installation procedures 3 Check the fuel level in the fuel tank and...

Page 40: ...curely and that there is no corrosion on the battery terminals Check that the breather hose is securely connected to the battery and that it is not pinched WARNING EWJ00450 The battery must always be fully charged and in good condition Loss of battery power may leave you stranded Never operate the watercraft if the bat tery does not have sufficient power to start the engine or if it shows any othe...

Page 41: ...check the fire extinguisher see the in structions supplied by the fire extinguisher manufacturer Always keep the fire extin guisher in the fire extinguisher container Always carry a fire extinguisher on board A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this watercraft If you do not have one contact a Yamaha dealer or a fire extin guisher dealer to obtain one meeting the proper specification...

Page 42: ...e that the steering pole does not have any side play EJU32650 Jet intake Carefully check the jet intake for weeds de bris or anything else that might restrict the in take of water If the jet intake is clogged cavitation could occur reducing jet thrust and possibly damaging the jet pump In some cases the engine may overheat be cause of lack of cooling water and damage to the engine could result Coo...

Page 43: ...sh the start switch to start the engine As soon as the engine starts running push the engine stop switch to verify that the engine stops immediately Restart the engine and then pull the engine shut off cord to remove the clip from the engine shut off switch to ver ify that the engine stops immediately See pages 25 to 26 for information on proper op eration of the start switch the engine stop switc...

Page 44: ...and promotes longer component life CAUTION ECJ00421 For the first 2 tankfuls of fuel premix the fuel in a fuel to oil ratio of 25 1 After break in premix the fuel in a fuel to oil ratio of 50 1 for normal operation 1 Launch the watercraft start the engine and then board the watercraft See page 40 for engine starting procedures 2 Run the engine at the lowest possible speed for 5 minutes 3 Gradually...

Page 45: ...of consciousness and death within a short time Always operate the watercraft in an open area NOTE If the watercraft has been sitting for a while remove the fuel tank filler cap to release any built up pressure in the fuel tank due to fuel expansion and then install the filler cap be fore starting the engine 1 Launch the watercraft in water free from weeds and debris and at least 60 cm 2 ft deep WA...

Page 46: ...gine with the clip removed from the engine shut off switch 4 Pull the choke knob all the way out to start a cold engine NOTE The choke should not be used when the en gine is warm 5 While lightly squeezing the throttle lever push the start switch green button and then release the switch as soon as the engine starts to run WARNING EWJ00590 On this watercraft the engine is connect ed directly to the ...

Page 47: ...basic techniques well before attempting more difficult maneu vers Operating your new watercraft can be a very enjoyable activity providing you with hours of pleasure However it is essential to familiar ize yourself with the operation of the water craft to achieve the skill level necessary to enjoy riding safely Before operating this wa tercraft read this owner s operator s manual the Riding Practi...

Page 48: ...ct against hypothermia subnormal body temperature and abra sions Footwear and gloves are recommended Eye protection is recommended to keep wind water and glare from the sun out of your eyes while you operate your watercraft Restraining straps for eyewear are made which are de signed to float should your eyewear fall in the water You should grip the handlebars firmly and get to a standing or kneeli...

Page 49: ...ions that limit your visibility or block your vi sion of others Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft Do not follow directly behind watercraft or other boats Do not go near others to spray or splash them with water Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that make it hard for others to avoid you or understand where you are going Avoi...

Page 50: ...ngine overheat ing 2 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 3 Grip the handlebars with both hands Place one knee on the riding tray and bal ance there 4 Start the engine and begin to accelerate 5 Pull your other knee up onto the riding tray as the watercraft speed increases 6 Move as far forward as possible without interfering wit...

Page 51: ...off the throttle and select your desired speed NOTE The watercraft will become easier to bal ance as the speed increases because jet thrust provides stability as well as direction al control It will take longer for a heavier operator to reach planing speed than it will for a light operator EJU33200 Capsized watercraft If the watercraft capsizes turn it over immedi ately Be sure to carefully follow...

Page 52: ...compartment operate the watercraft as straight as possible and above planing speed for at least 2 minutes To stabilize the watercraft when accelerat ing to planing speed maintain a low center of gravity by operating it in the kneeling po sition EJU33240 Turning the watercraft Steering control depends on the combination of handlebar position and the amount of throt tle Water sucked in through the i...

Page 53: ... respond to handlebar input until you ap ply throttle again or you reach trolling speed At trolling speed the watercraft can be turned gradually by handlebar position alone using just the amount of thrust available at idle D If the engine is stopped while riding there is no thrust The watercraft will go straight even though the handlebars are turned You need throttle to steer To maintain your bala...

Page 54: ...watercraft to give you time to stop Do not shut the engine off when slowing down in case you need engine power to steer away from a boat or other obstacle that comes into your path EJU33300 Beaching the watercraft 1 Make sure that there are no boats swim mers or obstacles near the beach Re lease the throttle lever about 90 m 300 ft before you reach the intended beaching area 2 Approach the beach s...

Page 55: ...s equipped with an automatic bilge draining system that removes water from the engine compartment while you are underway However some residual water will remain 4 Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi tion 5 Flush the cooling system to prevent it from clogging with salt sand or dirt See page 52 for flushing procedures 6 Drain residual water from the exhaust system by alternately squeezing and ...

Page 56: ...ole After securing the bow with the pin secure the stern with ropes or tie downs routed over the gunwale Use a rubber shock cord to secure the steering pole CAUTION ECJ00630 Do not route ropes or tie downs over the steering pole as they could damage it Also wrap the ropes or tie downs with towels or rags where they touch the body of the watercraft to avoid scratch ing or damage Do not transport th...

Page 57: ... through the muffler into the crankcase causing severe engine damage Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds on land without supplying wa ter otherwise the engine could over heat 1 Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi tion 2 Insert the garden hose adapter into the flushing hose connector 3 Connect the garden hose adapter to a water tap using a garden hose NOTE A garden hose is not incl...

Page 58: ...purge out any moisture between the inner and outer cables 6 Lubricate the areas of the watercraft specified in Lubrication points on page 64 EJU33630 Fuel system WARNING EWJ00290 GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE Do not smoke when refueling and keep away from sparks flames and other sources of ignition Stop the engine before refueling Refuel in a well ventilated area with...

Page 59: ...ION ECJ00100 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage To check the condition of the battery check the specific gravity of the electrolyte or mea sure the voltage at both battery terminals Charge the battery if the voltage is less than 12 volts It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer check the specific gravity and charge the bat tery If you m...

Page 60: ... are not qualitatively equivalent to genuine Yamaha parts are not covered by the limited warranty Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any marine SI engine re pair establishment or individual Warranty repair however must be performed at an authorized Yamaha marine dealership WARNING EWJ00310 Be sure to shut the engine off when you perform...

Page 61: ...he manual and tool kit NOTE To protect these materials from water dam age it would be a good idea to put them in a waterproof bag If your owner s operator s manual is damaged order a replacement from a Yamaha dealer The service information included in this man ual is intended to provide you the owner with the necessary information for completing your own preventive maintenance and minor re pairs T...

Page 62: ...2 months 12 months 24 months Spark plugs Check clean adjust 63 Lubrication points Lubricate 64 Intermediate hous ing Lubricate 64 Fuel system Check 59 Fuel filter Check clean replace 59 Fuel tank Check clean 59 Carburetor Check adjust 67 Trolling speed Check adjust 67 Carburetor throt tle shaft Check Cooling water pas sages Flush 52 Bilge strainer Clean Impeller Check Jet thrust nozzle angle Check...

Page 63: ... should be performed after every use Nuts and bolts Check Item Operation Initial Thereafter every Page 10 hours 50 hours 100 hours 100 hours 200 hours 6 months 12 months 12 months 24 months UF2F10E0 book Page 58 Tuesday July 31 2007 1 45 PM ...

Page 64: ...ent check valve for leakage EJU34220 Fuel filter This watercraft is equipped with a one piece disposable fuel filter The fuel filter should be replaced after the initial 10 hours or first month of operation and every 200 hours or 24 months thereafter or if water is found in the fil ter Have a Yamaha dealer replace the fuel fil ter if necessary WARNING EWJ00360 Do not try to replace the fuel filter...

Page 65: ...31 Adjusting the steering friction The amount of friction in the steering can be adjusted to suit operator preference To adjust the steering friction 1 Lift the steering pole and support it with the lock pin 2 Remove the four screws and then re move the handlebar cover 3 Turn the handlebars so that the left han dlebar grip is facing down Difference of A and B Maximum 5 mm 0 20 in 1 Steering pole 2...

Page 66: ...he following procedure To change the steering cable pivot bolt posi tion 1 Remove the two screws and then re move the steering pole cover 2 Pull back the outer sleeve of the steering cable joint and then disconnect the joint from the steering cable pivot bolt 3 Remove the steering cable pivot bolt 4 Select the nozzle angle install the steer ing cable pivot bolt with the lock washer in the desired ...

Page 67: ...ithin specification Squeeze and release the throttle lever If the throttle lever does not return smoothly have a Yamaha dealer service it If the specified throttle lever free play cannot be obtained as described below have a Yamaha dealer make the adjustment 1 Remove the four screws and then re move the handlebar cover 2 Loosen the locknut 3 Adjust the free play by turning the adjust er 1 Nozzle a...

Page 68: ...becomes excessive or if carbon and other deposits are excessive replace the spark plug with the specified plug Measure the spark plug gap with a wire thick ness gauge Replace the spark plugs or ad just the gap to specification if necessary To install a spark plug 1 Clean the gasket surface 2 Wipe any dirt from the threads of the spark plug 3 Install the spark plug and then tighten it to the specif...

Page 69: ...joint remove the steering pad by re moving the two bolts 2 Grease the steering cable ball joints both at the handlebar end of the cable and at the jet thrust nozzle end 3 Extend the steering cable inner wire and then apply a thin coat of grease to the inner wire both at the handlebar end of the cable and at the jet thrust nozzle end Steering cable ball joint jet thrust nozzle end Steering cable in...

Page 70: ...e is properly adjust ed 1 Pull the choke knob out until it stops and then release the knob The knob should not move 2 If the choke knob moves back on its own tighten the choke knob adjusting nut slightly If the knob is difficult to move loosen the adjusting nut slightly Grease quantity Initial 10 hours or 1 month 20 0 22 0 cm 0 68 0 74 US oz 0 71 0 78 Imp oz Every 100 hours or 12 months 3 0 5 0 cm...

Page 71: ...m the battery compartment when adding elec trolyte or charging the battery To remove the battery Disconnect the negative battery lead first then the positive battery lead and breather hose and then remove the battery from the watercraft To replenish the battery 1 Make sure that the electrolyte level is be tween the maximum and minimum level marks 2 If the electrolyte level is low add distilled wat...

Page 72: ...ling speed as part of the usual maintenance routine CAUTION ECJ00170 The carburetor was set at the Yamaha fac tory after many tests If the settings are disturbed by someone who does not have the necessary technical knowledge poor engine performance and damage may re sult EJU34470 Adjusting the trolling speed 1 Place the watercraft in the water 2 Start the engine and warm it up for 1 to 2 minutes 3...

Page 73: ...g system Water Starting system Electric Ignition system C D I Spark plug B7HS Spark plug gap 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in Battery capacity 12 V 19 0 Ah Charging system Flywheel magneto Drive unit Propulsion system Jet pump Jet pump type Axial flow single stage Impeller rotation Counterclockwise Jet thrust nozzle angle P1 14 4 14 4 P2 17 3 17 3 Fuel and oil Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline M...

Page 74: ...ge 66 Poor terminal con nections Tighten as required 66 Terminal corroded Clean 54 Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Engine does not start Starter motor turns over Fuel cock Turned to OFF Turn fuel cock knob to ON 24 Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos sible 32 Stale or contaminat ed Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 59 Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 59 ...

Page 75: ...properly 63 Cracked torn or dam aged Replace Electrical wir ing Loose electrical con nections Tighten or connect properly Carburetor Incorrect idle adjust ment Adjust idle 67 Clogged Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 67 Watercraft slow or loses power Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 71 Impeller damaged or worn Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 71 Engine over heated Jet intake clogged Clean 71 Fuel fi...

Page 76: ... to shore and check the intake and impeller Al ways stop the engine before beaching the wa tercraft WARNING EWJ00780 Before attempting to remove weeds or de bris from the jet intake or impeller area shut the engine off and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch Severe in jury or death could result from coming in contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump CAUTION ECJ00650 If weeds or ...

Page 77: ...us causing severe burns etc Elec trolyte contains sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Antidotes External Flush with water Internal Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magnesia beaten egg or vegetable oil Call a physician im mediately Eyes Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention Batteries produce explosive gases Keep sparks flames ...

Page 78: ...and pos sible fire EJU34701 Towing the watercraft If the watercraft becomes inoperative in the water it can be towed to shore If the watercraft must be towed in an emer gency using a towline the operator should ride the watercraft holding onto the handle bars and supporting his or her body weight on the riding tray This will help keep the bow of the watercraft out of the water WARNING EWJ00810 The...

Page 79: ...ople to provide enough support to make sure that the steering pole is not damaged 2 Turn the watercraft upright again 3 Turn the fuel cock knob to OFF 4 Remove the spark plugs and dry them with a cloth 5 Without reinstalling the spark plugs crank the engine until all of the water in the cylinders has been drained 6 Install the spark plugs and the hood 7 Turn the fuel cock knob to ON 8 Launch the w...

Page 80: ...licable Owner s Operator s Manual The owner of the watercraft shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten 10 days of dis covery and make the watercraft available at that time for inspection and repairs at the dealer s place of business GENERAL EXCLUSIONS FROM WARRANTY This warranty will not cover the repair of damage if the damage is a result of abus...

Page 81: ...ch new watercraft before sale 2 Explain the operation maintenance and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at the time of sale and upon your request at any later date In addition each Yamaha dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Q Is the warranty transferable to second owners A Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be transferred upon request The ...

Page 82: ...ent per occurrence for any reasonable expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service replacement vehicle rental emergency towing phone calls even food and lodging when you are away from home This superb cover age goes into effect when you purchase Y E S so it applies to any warranty repairs as well as covered repairs during your entire Y E S plan period Y E S coverage is honored at a...

Page 83: ... 59 Fuel system 34 53 Fuel system checking 59 Fuel tank 59 Fuel tank filler cap 24 Fuse replacing 73 G Gasohol 31 Gasoline 31 Getting to know your watercraft 42 H Hazard information 13 Hood 23 Hull and deck 34 Hull Identification Number HIN 1 I Identification numbers 1 Important labels 3 J Jet intake 37 Jet intake and impeller cleaning 71 Jet thrust nozzle angle adjusting 61 Jet thrust nozzle angl...

Page 84: ...ng friction adjusting 60 Steering pole 28 37 Steering system 27 37 Stern rope hole 28 Stopping the engine 42 Stopping the watercraft 49 Storage 52 Storage pouch 29 Submerged watercraft 74 Switches 38 T Throttle cable checking and adjusting 62 Throttle lever 26 36 To get more boating safety information 19 Towing the watercraft 73 Transporting 51 Trolling speed adjusting 67 Troubleshooting 69 Troubl...

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Page 86: ...Printed on recycled paper Printed in Japan August 2007 0 4 1 CR YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION USA ...

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