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Operation

NOTE:

Pre-operation checks should be made each time the watercraft is used. These checks can be
completed in a short time. It is worth the time spent to ensure safety and reliability.

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Summary of Contents for 2008 WaveRunner VX

Page 1: ...2008 WaveRunner VX VX Sport VX Deluxe VX Cruiser OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION F1K F8199 13 U S A Edition LIT 18626 07 52 ...

Page 2: ...UF1K13E0 book Page 1 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 3: ...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 EWJ00070 Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the machine operator passengers a bystand er or a person inspecting or repairing the watercraft CAUT...

Page 4: ... Engine shut off switch 30 Start switch 31 Throttle lever 31 Cooling water pilot outlet 31 Steering system 32 Shift lever for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 32 Handgrip 33 Bow eye 33 Stern eyes 33 Yamaha Engine Management System YEMS 34 Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 34 Multifunction information center 36 Storage compartments 40 Operation 43 Fuel and oil 43 Gasoline 43 Engi...

Page 5: ...rust nozzle angle 76 Checking the shift cable for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 76 Checking and adjusting the throttle cable 77 Cleaning and adjusting the spark plugs 77 Lubrication points 78 Checking the battery 79 Fuel injection system 80 Specifications 82 Specifications 82 Trouble recovery 83 Troubleshooting 83 Troubleshooting chart 83 Emergency procedures 85 Cleaning the jet intake and impeller 85 Jump...

Page 6: ... Identification PRI ID number The PRI ID number is stamped on a plate at tached inside the engine compartment MODEL VX1100 G VX VX1100C G VX Sport VX1100B G VX Deluxe VX1100A G VX Cruiser EJU30300 Hull Identification Number HIN The HIN is stamped on a plate attached to the aft deck EJU30310 Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on a plate attached to the engine unit 1 Primary Id...

Page 7: ...is label is attached to the top of the cylinder head and to the inside of the engine compart ment EJU30430 Manufactured date label This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head EJU30440 Star labels This watercraft is labeled with a California Air Resources Board CARB star label See be low for a description of your particular label 1 Emission control information label location 1 Emission c...

Page 8: ...lower emissions than One Star Low Emission engines Three Stars Ultra Low Emission The three star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003 2008 ex haust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 65 lower emissions than One Star Low Emissio...

Page 9: ...General and important labels 4 EJU30450 Important labels UF1K13E0 book Page 4 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 10: ...General and important labels 5 EJU35910 Warning labels UF1K13E0 book Page 5 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 11: ...General and important labels 6 For VX Deluxe VX Cruiser only UF1K13E0 book Page 6 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 12: ...General and important labels 7 EJU35923 Other labels UF1K13E0 book Page 7 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 13: ...General and important labels 8 The following label indicates the correct direction to upright a capsized watercraft UF1K13E0 book Page 8 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 14: ...force the information contained in these materi als EJU30730 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft Yamaha recommends a minimum operator age of 16 years old Adults must supervise use by minors Know the operator age and training require ments for your state A boating safety course is recommended and may be re quired in your state You can find local rules by contacting the United States Coast...

Page 15: ... hard for others to avoid you or un derstand where you are going Avoid areas with submerged objects or shallow water Take early action to avoid collisions Re member watercraft and other boats do not have brakes Do not release the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects you need throt tle to steer Always check throttle and steer ing controls before starting the watercraft Ride within ...

Page 16: ... swim ming distance from shore you should be accompanied by another boat or watercraft but make sure you stay a safe distance away It s good common sense Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise you increase your chance of hitting a submerged object which could result in injury This watercraft is not equipped with lighting required for night operation Do not operate the w...

Page 17: ...n certain kinds of accidents and that it could injure you in others A helmet is designed to provide some head protection Although helmets cannot protect against all foreseeable impacts a helmet might reduce your injuries in a collision with a boat or other obstacle A helmet may have potential safety haz ards as well Falling into the water could risk the chance of the helmet catching wa ter commonl...

Page 18: ...modify this watercraft Modifications to your watercraft may reduce safety and reliability and render the water craft unsafe or illegal for use Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and keep it free from the handlebars so that the engine stops if you the operator fall off After riding remove the engine shut off cord from the watercraft to avoid acci dental starting or unauthorized use ...

Page 19: ...t Sound signaling device You should carry a whistle or other sound signaling device that can be used to signal other boats See Rules of the Road for more information Visual distress signals It is recommended that a U S Coast Guard approved pyrotechnic device be stored in a waterproof container on your watercraft A mirror can also be used as an emergency signal Contact a Yamaha dealer or the U S Co...

Page 20: ... system assists in turning by continuing to supply some thrust while the watercraft is deceler ating but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handlebars The OTS system does not function below planing speeds or when the engine is off Once the engine slows down the watercraft will no longer turn in response to handlebar input until you apply throttle again or you reach t...

Page 21: ...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 result from coming in contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut off s...

Page 22: ...Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of falling into the water Normal swimwear does not adequately protect against forceful water entry into the rectum or vagina The skier should wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection A second person should be on board as a spotter to watch the skier in most states it is required by law...

Page 23: ...rules that apply when you are oper ating your watercraft These rules are used in ternationally and are also enforced by the United States Coast Guard and local agen cies You should be aware of these rules and follow them whenever you encounter another vessel on the water Several sets of rules prevail according to geo graphic location but are all basically the same as the International Rules of the...

Page 24: ...ng across another vessel s path Overtaking you are passing or being passed by another vessel In the following illustration your watercraft is in the center You should give the right of way to any vessels shown in the white area you are the give way vessel Any vessels in the shaded area must yield to you they are the give way vessels Both you and the meeting vessel must alter course to avoid each o...

Page 25: ...ernational Rules Vessels with trolling lines are not considered fishing vessels Fish ing vessels have the right of way regardless of position Fishing vessels cannot however impede the passage of other vessels in nar row channels Sailing vessel right of way Sailing vessels should normally be given the right of way The exceptions to this are 1 When the sailing vessel is overtaking the power driven v...

Page 26: ...ing System has been devised for these waters This system uses buoys and signs with dis tinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory or advisory information These markers are white with black letters and orange borders They signify speed zones restricted areas danger areas and general information UF1K13E0 book Page 21 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 27: ...ety Course available through the watercraft section of the yamaha motor com website is a free 50 question 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 ...

Page 28: ...el 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 harmful to the environment Do not...

Page 29: ... 24 EJU31010 Location of main components Front view 1 Handlebars 2 Seat 3 Footwell 4 Sponsons 5 Gunwale 6 Cooling water pilot outlet 7 Fuel tank filler cap 8 Bow eye 9 Hood UF1K13E0 book Page 24 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 30: ...ns 25 Rear view 1 Handgrip 2 Cleat 3 Intake grate 4 Speed sensor 5 Stern drain plugs 6 Stern eyes 7 Ride plate 8 Jet thrust nozzle 9 Reverse gate for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser UF1K13E0 book Page 25 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 31: ...ion information center 5 Rearview mirrors for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 6 Shift lever for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 7 Throttle lever 8 Glove compartment 9 Remote control transmitter for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 10 Engine stop switch 11 Engine shut off cord lanyard UF1K13E0 book Page 26 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 32: ...e compartment 1 Air filter case 2 Water separator 3 Fuel tank 4 Battery 5 Flushing hose connector 6 Oil tank 7 Spark plugs Spark plug caps Ignition coils 8 Muffler 9 Electrical box UF1K13E0 book Page 27 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 33: ... VX Deluxe VX Cruiser To install the seat Insert the projection on the front of the seat into the stay on the deck and then push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place secure ly NOTE Make sure that the seat is securely installed before operating the watercraft EJU31071 Hood To open the hood pull the hood latch up and then lift up the hood 1 Seat latch 1 Seat latch 1 Hood latch UF1K13E0 book...

Page 34: ... remote control transmitter Ob serve the following precautions to protect your remote control transmitter Store the remote control transmitter carefully so it will not be lost When op erating the watercraft use the transmit ter holder in the glove compartment If you accidentally lose your remote con trol transmitter contact a Yamaha deal er While the remote control transmitter has been designed fo...

Page 35: ...TION ECJ00030 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authori ty to operate the remote control transmit ter 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 b...

Page 36: ...31210 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 EJU35971 Cooling water pilot outlet This watercraft is equipped with a cooling wa ter pilot outlet When the engine is running cooling water is circulated in the engine and then it is dis charged from the pilot outlet To check for proper o...

Page 37: ...t to steer the watercraft after releasing the throttle lever The OTS system assists in turning by continuing to supply some thrust while the watercraft is decelerating but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handlebars The OTS system does not function below planing speeds or when the engine is off Once the engine slows down the watercraft will no longer turn in respon...

Page 38: ... throttle lever and let the en gine speed return to idle 2 Push the shift lever away from you EJU31360 Handgrip The handgrip provides a handhold for board ing the watercraft and for a spotter when fac ing rearward WARNING EWJ00020 Do not use the handgrip to lift the water craft The watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury EJU34870 Bow eye The bow eye is located at the bow of the w...

Page 39: ... functions to help prevent unauthorized use or theft of the watercraft The engine cannot be started if the security system is in the lock mode The en gine can only be started in the unlock mode EJU36102 Yamaha Security System lock and unlock modes for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser The lock and unlock modes of this system can only be selected while the engine is stopped When the lock button on the remote co...

Page 40: ...r the start switch nor the remote control transmitter is operated within 25 seconds after the unlock button is pressed to select the unlock mode the multifunction information center display and the L MODE indicator light will go off If this oc curs press the lock button on the transmit ter briefly to select the lock mode press the unlock button briefly to select the unlock mode and then press the ...

Page 41: ...nts Each segment indicates a 250 r min increment EJU31500 Speedometer The meter shows the watercraft speed against water NOTE To switch the speedometer display between kilometers and miles push the select button for at least 1 second within 10 seconds after the meter is displayed EJU31511 Fuel level meter The fuel level meter is provided for convenient fuel level checking while riding 1 Tachometer...

Page 42: ...ately 12 volts If the battery voltage is less than 8 0 volts LO is displayed on the voltmeter and if the voltage is above 18 1 volts HI is displayed on the voltmeter If HI or LO is displayed return to shore and if necessary have a Yamaha dealer check the charging system and the battery EJU31560 Fuel level warning indicator If the fuel remaining in the fuel tank drops to about 13 L 3 4 US gal 2 9 I...

Page 43: ...m If the engine starts to overheat the WARN ING light and the engine overheat warning in dicator blink and then come on The buzzer also begins to sound intermittently and then it sounds continuously After the light and indi cator start to blink and the buzzer sounds the engine speed is limited to help prevent dam age If this occurs immediately reduce the engine speed return to shore and then check...

Page 44: ...p the buzzer EJU31630 Check engine warning indicator If a sensor malfunction or a short circuit is de tected the WARNING light and the check engine warning indicator begin to blink and the buzzer sounds intermittently If this occurs reduce the engine speed return to shore and have a Yamaha dealer check the engine EJU35001 SECURITY indicator light for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser The SECURITY indicator lig...

Page 45: ...ke sure that the storage compartments are securely closed before operating the watercraft The storage compartments are not de signed to be waterproof If you carry objects that must be kept dry such as the manuals put them in a waterproof bag EJU31711 Front storage compartment The front storage compartment is located at the bow To open the front storage compartment pull the hood latch up and then l...

Page 46: ...en lift up the lid To close the glove compartment push the lid down until it latches securely For VX Deluxe VX Cruiser A removable beverage holder which includes a transmitter holder is provided in the glove compartment NOTE Do not place beverages in the beverage holder when operating the watercraft Front storage compartment Capacity 62 0 L 16 4 US gal 13 6 Imp gal Load limit 5 0 kg 11 lb 1 Glove ...

Page 47: ...ures and functions 42 Keep the remote control transmitter in the transmitter holder when operating the wa tercraft 1 Beverage holder 2 Transmitter holder UF1K13E0 book Page 42 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 48: ...nk Fuel expands as it warms up and could overflow if the fuel tank has been overfilled If temporarily leaving the watercraft with a full fuel tank do not leave it in direct sunlight Leave it in a well ventilated area with the watercraft in a horizontal position Tighten the fuel tank filler cap securely after refueling If you should swallow some gasoline in hale a lot of gasoline vapor or get gaso ...

Page 49: ...fuel can cause poor running and engine damage 1 Remove the seat See page 28 for seat removal and installation procedures 2 Remove the fuel tank filler cap and then slowly add fuel to the fuel tank Stop filling when the fuel level reaches approximate ly 50 mm 2 in from the top of the fuel tank as indicated in the illustration 3 Install the fuel tank filler cap and the seat 1 Approximately 50 mm 2 i...

Page 50: ...reverse gate VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Check for proper operation 51 Fuel and oil Check the fuel and oil levels and replenish if neces sary Check the hoses and tanks for leakage 47 47 Water separator Check for water and drain if necessary 48 Battery Check the electrolyte level and battery condition 49 Hood Check that the hood is securely closed 28 Seat Check that the seat is securely installed 28 Hull ...

Page 51: ... operation checks should be made each time the watercraft is used These checks can be completed in a short time It is worth the time spent to ensure safety and reliability UF1K13E0 book Page 46 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 52: ...k the fuel level in the fuel tank and replenish if necessary See page 44 for filling procedures 4 Install the fuel tank filler cap and the seat EJU32400 Engine oil level Check the engine oil level before each use CAUTION ECJ00390 When checking the engine oil level on water be careful of other watercraft boats swimmers and obstacles The water current and wind can cause the watercraft to move and le...

Page 53: ...ve the ex cessive amount of engine oil EJU32420 Water separator Check the water separator for water The wa ter separator retains any water that may have entered through the fuel tank breather hose if the watercraft was capsized Normally the water separator is empty If water remains in the water separator drain it by removing the drain screw Place a drain pan under the water separator to catch the ...

Page 54: ...rain plugs could be damaged allowing water to en ter the engine compartment Make sure that the stern drain plugs are tightened securely before launching the watercraft Otherwise water may flood the engine compartment and cause the watercraft to submerge EJU32481 Battery Check the battery electrolyte level and check that the battery has sufficient power to start the engine easily Recharge the batte...

Page 55: ...ied by the fire extinguisher manufacturer Always keep the fire extin guisher secured in the holder with its cover in place 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 specifications EJU32590 Throttle lever Check the throttle...

Page 56: ...erse gate goes down completely when the shift lever is pulled up Also make sure that the reverse gate goes up completely when the shift lever is pushed down WARNING EWJ00030 Make sure that the throttle lever is com pletely released and that the engine is at idle before shifting into reverse Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control be...

Page 57: ...age 85 for jet intake cleaning procedures WARNING EWJ00470 Keep away from the intake grate while the engine is on Items such as long hair loose clothing or PFD straps can be come entangled in moving parts result ing in severe injury or drowning Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch before removing any debris or weeds which may have collected around the jet in take EJU...

Page 58: ...gine shut off switch to ver ify that the engine stops immediately See pages 30 to 31 for information on proper op eration of the start switch the engine stop switch and the engine shut off switch EJU32680 Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water comes out from the cooling water pilot outlet while the engine is running and the watercraft is in the water See page 31 for more information EJU32710 ...

Page 59: ...tion after that keep the engine speed below 5000 r min For the 1 hour of operation after that keep the engine speed below 6500 r min 3 Proceed with normal operation CAUTION ECJ00430 Failure to follow the engine break in pro cedure could result in reduced engine life or even severe engine damage EJU32811 Launching the watercraft When launching the watercraft make sure that there are no obstacles ar...

Page 60: ...y CAUTION ECJ00470 Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise pebbles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake caus ing impeller damage and engine overheat ing 3 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch WARNING EWJ00580 Check that the engine shut off cord is not frayed or broken and keep it free from the h...

Page 61: ...en try again EJU32860 Stopping the engine To stop the engine release the throttle lever and then push the engine stop switch red button WARNING EWJ00600 You need throttle to steer Shutting the en gine off can cause you to hit an obstacle you are attempting to avoid A collision could result in severe injury or death EJU32890 Leaving the watercraft If leaving the watercraft select the lock mode of t...

Page 62: ...listed on page 45 The short time spent checking the water craft will reward you with added safety and re liability Check state and local laws before operating your watercraft Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft Select a wide area to learn in where there is good visibility and light boat traffic Use the buddy system operate with ...

Page 63: ... feet can not reach the floor of the footwell The pas sengers should hold on firmly either to the person in front of them or to the handgrip pro vided and keep their feet on the floor of the footwell Never allow a passenger to ride in front of the operator WARNING EWJ00550 When passengers are on board make sure that they are holding on firmly and have their feet on the floor of the footwell before...

Page 64: ...ip the handlebars with both hands place both feet on the floor of the footwell start the engine and then look in all direc tions before starting off EJU33110 Boarding and starting from a dock 1 Board the watercraft from the side 2 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 3 Push the watercraft away from the dock grip the handlebars w...

Page 65: ...otwell start the engine and then look in all direc tions before starting off WARNING EWJ00610 Before starting off make sure that there are no boats swimmers or obstacles around you EJU33162 Boarding with passengers WARNING EWJ00660 Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of being near the jet thrust nozzle Do not ap ply throttle until the passengers are...

Page 66: ... of them or to the handgrip provided Nev er allow a passenger to ride in front of the operator 6 Start the engine look in all directions and then accelerate to planing speed WARNING EWJ00610 Before starting off make sure that there are no boats swimmers or obstacles around you NOTE The heavier the total weight of the operator and passengers the more difficult it will be to balance the watercraft D...

Page 67: ... speed to balance the watercraft EJU33230 Capsized watercraft If the watercraft capsizes turn it over immedi ately Be sure to carefully follow the procedures be low to prevent injury or damage to the water craft WARNING EWJ00670 IMPROPER UPRIGHTING CAN CAUSE IN JURY Be sure to shut the engine off by pulling on the engine shut off cord to remove the clip from the engine shut off switch Do not put y...

Page 68: ... has been restarted Excessive water in the bilge can splash into the engine which can result in severe damage NOTE To efficiently discharge water from the engine compartment operate the watercraft as straight as possible and above planing speed for at least 2 minutes EJU33250 Turning the watercraft Steering control depends on the combination of handlebar position and the amount of throt tle Water ...

Page 69: ...e the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects you need throttle to steer A collision could result in severe injury or death When operating at higher speeds make gradual turns or slow down before turn ing Sharp high speed turns may cause the watercraft to slide sideways or spin throwing the operator and passengers overboard which could cause an injury This model is equipped with the Y...

Page 70: ...eer away from a boat or other obstacle that comes into your path For VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control be ejected or impact the handlebars EJU35960 Beaching the watercraft 1 Make sure that there are no boats swim mers or obstacles near the beach Re lease the throttle lever about 100 m 330 ft before you rea...

Page 71: ...tion care To keep your watercraft in top shape always take it out of the water after using it and per form the following procedures Leaving the watercraft in the water for extended periods will accelerate the rate of normal deterioration of the jet unit components and hull finish Ma rine organisms and corrosion are some of the conditions that can adversely affect the life of many watercraft compon...

Page 72: ... rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant on me tallic parts to minimize corrosion 12 Allow the engine compartment to air dry completely before installing the seat EJU33451 Transporting When transporting the watercraft on a trailer secure the tie downs to the trailer through the bow eye and stern eyes CAUTION ECJ00621 Do not attach ropes or tie downs to any part of the water...

Page 73: ...for more than 15 seconds without supplying water or over 4000 r min on land otherwise the engine could overheat 1 Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi tion 2 Remove the seat See page 28 for seat removal and installation procedures 3 Remove the flushing hose connector cap and then insert the garden hose adapter into the flushing hose connector and turn it until it is securely connected 4 Conne...

Page 74: ... into the in take opening for 3 seconds 4 Connect the air intake duct and tighten the clamp screw 5 Start the engine in a well ventilated area and let it run at idle for 15 seconds CAUTION ECJ00561 Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds without supplying water other wise the engine could overheat 6 Lubricate all cables such as the throttle and steering cables NOTE Use a Yamaha Power Cable ...

Page 75: ...ch gallon of fuel EJU33680 Battery If the watercraft will not be used for more than a month remove the battery from the water craft and store it in a cool dry place 1 Disconnect the negative battery lead first then the positive battery lead and breather hose and then remove the bat tery from the watercraft 2 Clean the battery casing using fresh wa ter 3 If the battery terminals are dirty or corrod...

Page 76: ...cation are explained on the following pages See a Yamaha dealer for genuine Yamaha re placement parts and optional accessories de signed for your watercraft Remember failures that are the result of the installation of parts or accessories which are not qualitatively equivalent to genuine Yamaha parts are not covered by the limited warranty Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control ...

Page 77: ...rcraft for the 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 mino...

Page 78: ...ths 12 months 24 months Spark plugs Check clean adjust 77 Lubrication points Lubricate 78 Fuel system Check 75 Fuel tank Check clean 75 Trolling speed Check adjust 81 Throttle shaft Check Cooling water pas sages Flush 68 Water inlet strain er Check clean Bilge strainer Clean Impeller Check Jet thrust nozzle angle Check adjust 76 Shift cable and re verse gate VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Check adjust 76 Th...

Page 79: ...rmed after every use Oil filter Replace 75 Valve clearance Check adjust Item Operation Initial Thereafter every Page 10 hours 50 hours 100 hours 100 hours 200 hours 6 months 12 months 12 months 24 months UF1K13E0 book Page 74 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 80: ...ft EJU34281 Engine oil and oil filter WARNING EWJ00340 Engine oil is extremely hot immediately af ter the engine is turned off Coming in con tact with or getting any engine oil on your clothes could result in burns CAUTION ECJ00180 Do not run the engine with too much or not enough oil in the oil tank Oil could spray out and the engine could be dam aged Be sure to change the engine oil after the fi...

Page 81: ...ation EJU34321 Checking the jet thrust nozzle angle Check the handlebars and jet thrust nozzle for smooth operation Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the right and left and check that the difference of distances A and B between the jet thrust noz zle and the nozzle is within specification If the steering is stiff or misadjusted have a Yamaha dealer service it EJU34350 Checking the shift ca...

Page 82: ...cknut with another wrench Slide the rubber cover to its orig inal position 5 Install the front handlebar cover and then install the six screws EJU34391 Cleaning and adjusting the spark plugs The spark plug is an important engine compo nent and is easy to inspect The condition of the spark plug can indicate something about the condition of the engine For example if one spark plug has a distinctly d...

Page 83: ...talling the cap Push the spark plug cap down until it is securely installed If a torque wrench is not available when you are installing a spark plug a good estimate of the correct torque is 1 4 turn to 1 2 turn past finger tight using the spark plug wrench included in the tool kit Have the spark plug adjusted to the correct torque with a torque wrench as soon as possible WARNING EWJ00350 Be carefu...

Page 84: ...c 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 cigarettes etc well away I...

Page 85: ... to have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery If you charge the battery yourself be sure to read and follow the in structions provided with the battery tester and charger you use To install the battery 1 Place the battery in the battery compart ment and connect the battery leads to the battery terminals 2 Connect the breather hose to the battery 3 Secure the battery in place WARNING EWJ00400 Be sure...

Page 86: ...performance and damage may result EJU34500 Checking the trolling speed 1 Place the watercraft in the water 2 Start the engine and warm it up Use the tachometer in the multifunction informa tion center to check the trolling speed If the trolling speed is out of specification have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft Trolling speed 1650 50 r min UF1K13E0 book Page 81 Wednesday July 4 2007 2 03 PM ...

Page 87: ...098 0 0134 in Lubrication system Dry sump Cooling system Water Starting system Electric Ignition system T C I Spark plug CR9EB Spark plug gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 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 24 0 24 0 Fuel and oil Recommended...

Page 88: ... place Install clip 30 Fuse Burned out Replace the fuse and check wiring 87 Battery Run down Recharge 79 Poor terminal con nections Tighten as required 79 Terminal corroded Clean 70 Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Engine does not start Starter motor turns over Throttle lever Squeezed Release 31 Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos sible 44 Stale or contaminat ed Have serviced by Ya...

Page 89: ...85 Check engine warning Faulty sensors Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 39 Watercraft slow or loses power Yamaha Se curity Sys tem VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Low RPM mode se lected Select normal mode 35 Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 85 Impeller damaged or worn Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 85 Engine over heat warning Engine speed reduc tion control activated Clean jet intake and cool engine 38 Oil ...

Page 90: ... 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 91: ...rous 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 flame...

Page 92: ...aged If the engine does not start in 5 seconds release the start switch wait 15 seconds and then try again EJU34690 Replacing the fuses The fuses are located in the electrical box To replace a fuse 1 Remove the cap on the electrical box 2 Replace the blown fuse with the spare fuse of the correct amperage by using the fuse puller on the reverse side of the cap 1 Electrical box 2 Cap 3 Fuse 4 Spare ...

Page 93: ... the towing boat when slowing down A good rule of thumb is a towline that is three times the combined length of the towing boat and the watercraft The operator of the towing boat must keep speed to a minimum and avoid traf fic or obstacles which could be a hazard to the rider on the watercraft EJU35270 Submerged watercraft If the watercraft is submerged or flooded with water follow the procedure b...

Page 94: ... for 5 seconds at wide open throttle Repeat this step several times 8 Install the spark plugs and then connect the spark plug caps and fuel injector cou plers CAUTION ECJ00780 Do not start the engine even after complet ing the previous steps Any water remain ing in the engine could cause serious engine damage 9 Have the watercraft inspected by a Yamaha dealer as soon as possible CAUTION ECJ00790 B...

Page 95: ...icable 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 abuse...

Page 96: ...h 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 u...

Page 97: ...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 98: ...0 Flushing the cooling system 68 Front storage compartment 40 Fuel and oil 43 Fuel injection system 80 Fuel level 47 Fuel level meter 36 Fuel level warning indicator 37 Fuel system 69 Fuel system checking 75 Fuel tank 75 Fuel tank filler cap 29 Fuel tank filling 44 Fuses replacing 87 G Gasohol 43 Gasoline 43 Getting to know your watercraft 57 Glove compartment 41 H Handgrip 33 Hazard information 1...

Page 99: ...e for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 51 Shift lever for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 32 Spark plugs cleaning and adjusting 77 Speedometer 36 Star labels 2 Start switch 31 Starting the engine 54 Starting the watercraft 58 Steering system 32 51 Stern drain plugs 49 Stern eyes 33 Stopping the engine 56 Stopping the watercraft 65 Storage 68 Storage compartments 40 Submerged watercraft 88 Switches 53 T Tachometer 36 Thr...

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Page 102: ...Printed in USA August 2007 0 7 1 CR YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION USA ...

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