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Engine components

3-star models

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Blower (page 98)

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Fuse box (cover) (page 142)

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Engine oil filler cap (page 85)

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Engine cover (page 124)

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Dipstick (page 85)

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Air filter case (page 128)

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Spark plug/Ignition coil

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SportsBoat_F2J15.book  Page 29  Monday, May 18, 2015  6:25 PM

Summary of Contents for 212SS 2016

Page 1: ...2016 Yamaha Boat 212X 212SS OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL F2J F8199 15 LIT 18626 11 02 Read this manual carefully before operating this boat U S A Edition ...

Page 2: ...Read this manual carefully before operating this boat This manual should stay with the boat if it is sold SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 1 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 3: ...zardous situa tion which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury NOTICE A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the boat or other property TIP A TIP provides key information to make pro cedures easier or clearer Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing product improvement this product may not be exactly as described in this owner s opera tor s m...

Page 4: ...nts 28 Engine components 29 Control function operation 31 Boat control functions 31 Engine shut off switch 31 Battery switch 31 Main switches 32 Remote control levers 32 Steering 34 Tilt lever 35 Instrument operation 36 Speedometer 36 Multi function tachometers 36 Tachometers 36 LCD 37 System menu LCD 40 Warnings 46 Warning definition table 46 Engine overheat warning system 46 Engine oil pressure ...

Page 5: ... 86 Draining the bilge water on water 88 First time operation 90 Engine break in 90 Pre operation checks 91 Pre operation checklist 91 Pre operation check points 92 Pre launch checks 92 Steering system checks 92 Remote control lever checks 92 Fire extinguisher check 93 Access port cap check 94 Jet intake checks 95 Fuel system checks 95 Engine oil level check 95 Battery check 96 Bilge water check 9...

Page 6: ...intenance chart 126 Checking the fuel system 127 Checking the air filters 128 Engine oil and oil filters 129 Checking the steering cables 130 Checking the remote control levers 130 Checking the shift gate mechanisms 131 Checking the sacrificial anodes 132 Maintaining the battery 132 Specifications 134 Specifications 134 Trouble recovery 137 Troubleshooting 137 Troubleshooting chart 137 Emergency p...

Page 7: ...the engine compartment See page 60 for engine hood opening and closing procedures 1 Primary Identification PRI ID number Hull Identification Number HIN The HIN is stamped into the right rear corner of the hull 1 Hull Identification Number HIN Engine serial numbers The engine serial numbers are stamped on a label attached to each engine unit See page 60 for engine hood opening and closing pro cedur...

Page 8: ...n control certificate These labels are attached to each engine unit and to the inside of the engine compartment See page 60 for engine hood opening and closing procedures and page 124 for engine cover removal and installation procedures 1 Emission control information label 3 star models Port side Starboard side 1 EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY MFI THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U S EPA EXHAUS...

Page 9: ...ntifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission standards Engines meet ing these standards have 75 lower emis sions than conventional carbureted two 1 EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U S EPA EXHAUST REGULATIONS FOR SI MARINE ENGINES REFER TO THE OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS ...

Page 10: ... 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 Emission engines Four Stars Super Ultra Low Emission The four star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Sterndrive and...

Page 11: ...s 5 Important labels Read the following labels before operating this boat If you need any additional information contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer 3 5 13 19 1 4 2 16 15 7 9 6 6 8 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 5 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 12: ...General and important labels 6 10 10 10 14 11 12 10 18 18 3 star models 4 star models 17 17 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 6 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 13: ...General and important labels 7 Warning labels If any of these labels is damaged or missing contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer for a replacement 1 2 3 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 7 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 14: ...General and important labels 8 4 5 6 7 8 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 8 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 15: ...ot exceed the weight shown on the Maximum Capacities Label Drain ballast completely before trailering the boat to reduce the risk of a towing accident The Increased weight of ballast can cause unsafe towing conditions due to negative tongue weight including decreased tow vehicle stability and greater chance of a runaway trailer that has come off the hitch 9 10 11 12 13 212X 14 212X SportsBoat_F2J1...

Page 16: ...MPLIES WITH U S COAST GUARD SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION MAXIMUM CAPACITIES 1840 POUNDS PERSONS GEAR MEETS U S EPA EVAP STANDARDS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS DESIGN COMPLIANCE WITH NMMA REQUIREMENTS IS VERIFIED MANUFACTURER RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCTION CONTROL NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION MANUFACTURER YAMAHA JET BOAT MANUFACTURING U S A INC MODEL VONORE TN PERS...

Page 17: ...e 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 Guard USCG the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators or your local Power Squadron This boat is designed to carry the operator up to 8 passengers and cargo Never ex ceed...

Page 18: ...ntrol ejection and collision 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 boat in rough water bad weather or when visibility is poor this may lead to an accident causing injury or death Be alert to the possib...

Page 19: ... or illegal to use Attach the engine shut off cord lanyard to the PFD and keep it free from the steering wheel or other controls so that the engines stop if the operator accidentally leaves the helm Failure to attach the engine shut off cord lanyard could result in a runaway boat if the operator is ejected After operation remove the engine shut off cord lanyard and the main switch keys to avoid ac...

Page 20: ...other boats See Rules of the road for more information Navigation lights Your boat is equipped with navigation lights for use between sunset and sunrise and during periods of reduced visibility such as fog Be sure these lights are working and are turned on when necessary see pages 48 and 67 for more information Additional equipment recommendations The following equipment can help make your boating...

Page 21: ...spond to steering wheel input until you apply throttle again or you reach a trolling speed Practice turning in an open area without obstructions until you have a good feel for the maneuver This Yamaha boat is water jet propelled The pumps are directly connected to the engines This means that the jet thrust will produce some movement whenever the en gines are running The boat has a neutral position...

Page 22: ...g in contact with the rotating parts of the jet pumps 1 Intake grate 2 Jet thrust nozzle Stop the engines and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch before removing any debris or weeds which may have col lected around the jet intakes See page 140 for more information Night operation When using your boat before dawn or after dusk you must have both bow and stern lights operating When at an...

Page 23: ...econd person should be on board as a spotter to watch the wakeboarder or water skier in most states it is required by law Let the person being pulled direct the oper ator s control of speed and direction with hand signals Be sure the seat is locked in place see page 57 before getting under way When preparing to pull the wakeboarder or water skier operate the boat at the slowest possible speed unti...

Page 24: ...l has the right of way and what each vessel should do Stand on vessel The vessel with the right 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 timel...

Page 25: ...speed Crossing When two power driven vessels are crossing each other s path close enough to run the risk of collision the vessel which has the other on the starboard right side must keep out of the way of the other If the other vessel is on your starboard right side you must keep out of its way you are the give way vessel If the other vessel is on your port left side remember that you should maint...

Page 26: ...ssel is overtaking the power driven vessel the power driven vessel has the right of way 2 Sailing vessels should keep clear of any fishing vessel 3 In a narrow channel a sailing vessel should not hamper the safe passage of a power driven vessel that can navigate only in such a channel Reading buoys and other markers The waters of the United States are marked for safe navigation by the lateral syst...

Page 27: ... These markers are white with black letters and orange borders They signify speed zones restricted areas danger areas and general information Remember markings may vary by geographic location Always consult local boating authori ties before riding your boat in unfamiliar waters SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 21 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 28: ...recognize non proctored NASBLA approved courses Enjoy your boat responsibly You share the areas you enjoy when operat ing your boat with others and with nature So your enjoyment includes a responsibility to treat these other people and the lands wa ters and wildlife with respect and courtesy Whenever and wherever you are boating think of yourself as the guest of those around you Remember for examp...

Page 29: ...D A personal flotation device also known as life jacket Planing Traveling at a speed fast enough so the boat has leveled out and is skimming on top of the water There is a wake Port The left side of the boat Stand on The vessel with the right of way when two boats meet Starboard The right side of the boat Stern The back part of the boat Sub planing Traveling at a medium speed The bow of the boat i...

Page 30: ...r rack 12 Handgrip 13 Bimini top page 75 14 Rear starboard seat page 57 62 15 Strap 16 Tow pylon 17 Rear center seat page 57 60 18 Wakeboard tower page 73 19 Bow eye 20 Anchor storage compartment page 60 21 Front port seat front page 57 22 Front port seat rear page 57 61 23 Cleat 24 Ski locker page 61 25 Glove compartment page 63 26 Fuel tank filler cap page 83 1 19 20 21 22 23 24 5 25 26 2 12 14 ...

Page 31: ...dgrip 11 Bimini top page 79 12 Rear starboard seat page 57 62 13 Strap 14 Rear center seat page 57 60 15 Bow eye 16 Anchor storage compartment page 60 17 Front port seat front page 57 18 Front port seat rear page 57 61 19 Cleat 20 Ski locker page 61 21 Glove compartment page 63 22 Fuel tank filler cap page 83 1 15 16 17 18 19 20 5 21 22 2 9 12 11 6 3 4 5 8 10 14 13 7 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 25 ...

Page 32: ... 11 Passenger s seat 212SS page 57 59 12 Side table page 72 13 Stern light page 48 67 14 Port console storage compartment page 64 15 Flush hose connector page 117 16 Reboarding grip 17 Bilge pump outlet page 88 18 Stern light socket page 67 19 Cooling water pilot outlet page 100 20 Horn page 49 1 2 3 4 6 5 7 8 9 11 10 13 1 3 5 18 17 1 20 12 9 14 16 19 15 15 212SS SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 26 Mond...

Page 33: ...1 Stern ladder page 71 2 Stern eye 3 Shift gate page 33 4 Jet thrust nozzle 5 Hull drain plug page 88 6 Water temperature water depth sensor 7 Intake grate 2 1 4 3 2 4 3 6 5 7 7 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 27 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 34: ...page 48 10 Tilt lever page 35 11 Steering wheel page 34 12 Stereo system page 55 13 Accessory outlet page 55 14 Aux input 15 Ballast switch 212X page 49 16 No wake mode cruise assist switch page 51 17 Remote control lever page 32 18 Engine shut off switch page 31 19 Engine shut off cord lanyard page 31 BLOWER FILL EMPTY BALLAST AUDIO AUX USB 12V BILGE NAVI ANC HORN CTSY LIGHTS 1 11 13 4 5 4 12 6 7...

Page 35: ...ls 1 Blower page 98 2 Fuse box cover page 142 3 Engine oil filler cap page 85 4 Engine cover page 124 5 Dipstick page 85 6 Air filter case page 128 7 Spark plug Ignition coil 7 6 3 2 1 4 5 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 29 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 36: ...er page 98 2 Fuse box cover page 142 3 Engine oil filler cap page 85 4 Engine cover page 124 5 Dipstick page 85 6 Air filter case page 128 7 Spark plug Ignition coil 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 30 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 37: ...off cord lanyard must be attached to the engine shut off switch for the engines to run The cord must be attached to a secure place on the op erator s PFD Should the operator fall over board or leave the helm the cord will pull out the clip stopping ignition to both engines This will prevent the boat from running away under power 1 Engine shut off switch 2 Clip 3 Engine shut off cord lanyard Batter...

Page 38: ...swimmers or obstacles in the water near you When operating in reverse go slowly Do not open the throttle more than half Otherwise the boat may become unsta ble which could result in loss of control and an accident Do not shift into reverse while traveling at planing speeds Loss of control boat swamping or damage to the boat could occur The remote control lever for each engine con trols both thrott...

Page 39: ... part way over the jet thrust nozzles The neutral posi tion balances forward and reverse thrust to help keep the boat from moving although some movement may occur 1 Shift gate 2 Jet thrust nozzle Forward When the remote control levers are initially moved to the forward position and the boat is operating at a slow speed the shift gates are lifted up slightly from the neutral position and jet thrust...

Page 40: ...ed the angle of the jet thrust nozzles at the rear of the craft is changed and the change in direction of the jet thrust nozzles changes the direction of the boat accordingly 1 Steering wheel Since the strength of the jet thrust determines the speed and direction of a turn the throttle must always be opened above idle when at tempting a turn except at trolling speed Because boats steer from the st...

Page 41: ...may lead to an accident The tilt lever is located under the steering wheel and is used to adjust the tilt of the steer ing wheel There are 5 positions 1 Tilt lever To adjust the tilt 1 Push the lever down and then move the steering wheel up or down to the desired position 2 The lever will lock into place when the steering wheel is moved into one of the 5 available positions 3 Make sure that the ti...

Page 42: ...ht is for the starboard engine The multi function tachometers are each equipped with an analog tachometer and an LCD The tachometer starts operating when the en gine is started The tachometer needle will sweep once across the rpm range briefly stopping in the center of the meter and then return to zero The LCD will display a greeting and the LCD light will come on At the same time the buzz er will...

Page 43: ...LCD displayed item selection order Fuel level Boat speed Water depth Engine speed Battery voltage Engine hours Water temperature Trip odometer Heading Elevation Fuel consumption per hour Latitude Longitude Highest speed Fuel consumption per gallon or liter Fuel used Clock Compass MORE m t LESS m t M and T buttons M and T buttons The items that can be displayed in the MORE display mode and the LESS...

Page 44: ...ck This display shows the time See 7 Set Clock on page 43 for information on setting the time 1 Clock TIP When the LCD of the right multi function ta chometer is off the time can be displayed in the LCD for 5 seconds by pushing the M but ton of the tachometer Water temperature This display shows the ambient water temper ature in degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Cel sius 1 Water temperature Fuel consu...

Page 45: ...play shows the total number of hours that the engine has been running since the boat was new 1 Engine hours Trip odometer This display shows the distance traveled by the boat in miles or kilometers 1 Trip odometer Latitude Longitude This display shows the latitude and longitude of the boat s current location 1 Latitude Longitude Heading This display shows the current direction of the boat using de...

Page 46: ...5 Calibrations 6 Instr Diag 7 Set Clock 8 Heading Comp 9 Eng Diag 10 Large Font 11 Exit To select an item in the system menu 1 When the normal display of the LCD is shown push the M button for 3 seconds or more to display the system menu 1 M button 2 Push the M button or T button to scroll through the system menu items 3 Push the M button and T button simulta neously to select the desired item 4 S...

Page 47: ...y 2 Push the M button or wait approximately 8 seconds to save the setting and return to the system menu 2 Contrast The contrast of the LCD can be adjusted To adjust the contrast 1 Push the M button to decrease the con trast or push the T button to increase the contrast The contrast changes each time a button is pushed 2 Wait approximately 8 seconds or push the M button and T button simultaneously ...

Page 48: ...l be shown because this item is not applicable Hrs Engine hours Sea Water Water temperature Wat Depth Water depth Stbd Fuel Fuel consumption per hour of the starboard engine Port Fuel Fuel consumption per hour of the port engine To display an item 1 Push the M button to scroll down through the items or push the T button to scroll up 2 Push the M button and T button simulta neously to return to the...

Page 49: ...uts 5 Binary Outputs 7 Set Clock The time displayed by the clock can be set To set the clock 1 Push the M button and T button simulta neously to select the hour setting 2 Push the M button to decrease the hours or push the T button to increase the hours 3 Push the M button and T button simulta neously to save the hour setting and se lect the minute setting 4 Push the M button to decrease the min u...

Page 50: ...o save the setting and return to the system menu 9 Eng Diag The Yamaha trouble code can be displayed in the LCD if there is an engine malfunction To return to the system menu push the M button and T button simultaneously 1 Engine trouble code display 10 Large Font The font size of the LCD can be set to Large or Normal When Large is selected the normal display of the LCD shows 1 line of information...

Page 51: ...ct the display line 1 M button 2 Selected display line 3 Push the M button or T button to change the displayed item and then wait approx imately 8 seconds to save the setting 4 To change the selected display line push the M button and T button simultaneously to select the other display line 1 M button 2 T button 11 Exit If the M button and T button are pushed simul taneously when 11 Exit is select...

Page 52: ...occurs immediately reduce the engine speed return to shore or maneuver to a safe location and check for water discharge at the cooling water pilot outlets There are cooling water pilot outlets on the starboard side of the hull Check that water comes out of the outlets while the engines are running particularly while applying throttle If you do not see any water at the outlets cool ing water may no...

Page 53: ...nd intermit tently At the same time the engine speed is automatically limited to help prevent damage If this occurs reduce the engine speed return to shore or maneuver to a safe location and check the engine oil level see page 85 for en gine oil level checking procedures If the oil level is low add enough engine oil to raise it to the proper level If the oil level is sufficient have a Yamaha Boat ...

Page 54: ...age 88 for more information Courtesy light switch Push this switch to turn on the courtesy light inside the boat 1 Courtesy light Navigation and anchor lights switch This toggle switch controls the bow light and stern light Push the right side of the switch to turn on both the bow light and stern light for night running NAV Push the left side of the switch to operate the stern light alone when anc...

Page 55: ...completely before trailering the boat to reduce the risk of a towing accident The increased weight of ballast can cause unsafe towing con ditions due to negative tongue weight including decreased tow vehicle stabili ty and greater chance of a runaway trail er that has come off the hitch NOTICE Be sure there is no cargo in the rear stor age compartments that can be damaged by the ballast bladders a...

Page 56: ...tch again The pump will run for 10 seconds to add about 5 7 kg 12 5 lb Press the ballast switch 9 times after the auto filling for maximum ballast NOTICE Do not overfill The boat can be seriously damaged If filling ballast completely remove the rear port seat and rear starboard seat Watch the ballast blad ders to be sure they do not put pres sure on the deck above them 4 To reduce ballast weight p...

Page 57: ...1 Manual shut off valve No wake mode cruise assist switch This switch activates and sets the no wake mode cruise assist and reverse RPM con trol 1 No wake mode cruise assist switch To operate the no wake mode and cruise as sist see the following sections To activate the reverse RPM control see Reverse RPM control on page 53 No wake mode The no wake mode is useful for operating the boat at a steady...

Page 58: ...sh the remote control levers forward to open the throttle Cruise assist The cruise assist feature is for steady engine speed operation when the boat is traveling above no wake speeds The cruise assist is available for use whenever the engines are running above 3000 rpm and below 7000 rpm To activate the cruise assist 1 Push the remote control levers forward to open the throttle until the desired e...

Page 59: ...less The LCD will return to the normal display and the cruise assist will be deactivated Reverse RPM control Engine speed in reverse is limited to approxi mately 4500 rpm If more thrust is required when the boat is traveling in reverse use the reverse RPM control WARNING Be pre pared to reduce throttle as soon as the boat moves as desired Otherwise the boat may become unstable which could result i...

Page 60: ... the remote control levers to decrease the engine speed to less than 4500 rpm The LCD of the starboard multi function tachome ter will return to the normal display and the re verse RPM control will be deactivated Switch circuit breakers The electrical circuit for each switch is protect ed by a circuit breaker If the button under a switch pops out push it back in with your fin ger If it pops out ag...

Page 61: ...put jack remote control keypad at the stern and remote control unit In addition the stereo system supports con nections using Bluetooth wireless technology Refer to the stereo system owner s manual in cluded with your boat 1 Stereo receiver 2 Remote control keypad 1 Remote control unit You can connect a smartphone to the stereo system using Bluetooth wireless technology in order to play audio from...

Page 62: ... that paired in place on the one that was intended to be connected See To reset the pairing setting for a con nected smartphone if this happens While the smartphone is connected you can select audio tracks using the smart phone and adjust the volume level of the speakers using the stereo receiver remote control keypad and remote control unit While you are talking on the smartphone the volume level...

Page 63: ...t being operated These cushions can be used to make a large flat area in the bow for use as a sundeck WARNING Do not use the bow filler cushions while the boat is underway A passenger could lose balance and fall on the deck or overboard causing injury or death Stow the cushions securely before oper ating the boat A loose cushion could be blown by the wind distracting the oper ator or striking a pa...

Page 64: ...seat can swivel In addition the seat bolster at the front of the seat can be flipped up to change the seat style for a raised seating position Make sure that the seat is securely locked in place before getting underway To slide the seat 1 Extend the slide swivel lock lever 1 Slide swivel lock lever 2 Rotate the lever to port left 3 Move the seat to the desired position and then release the lever 4...

Page 65: ... friction knob in or out 1 Swivel friction knob 4 Push the lever to its original position To flip up the seat bolster Lift up the seat bolster at the front of the seat so that it is resting against the backrest 1 Seat bolster Passenger s seat 212SS The passenger s seat can be adjusted in the same ways as the driver s seat See Driver s seat for instructions on adjust ing the seat 1 Passenger s seat...

Page 66: ... center seat to securely lock it in place Storage compartments This boat is equipped with the following con venient on board storage compartments Make sure that the storage compartments are securely closed before getting underway Anchor storage compartment The anchor storage compartment is located at the bow To open the anchor storage compartment 1 Pull the lock handle up 2 Turn the lock handle an...

Page 67: ... Front starboard seat rear 2 Front underseat storage compartment To close a front underseat storage compart ment place the front seat rear in its original position Ski locker The ski locker is located under the floor To open the ski locker 1 Pull the lock handle up 2 Turn the lock handle and then open the ski locker lid 1 Lock handle 2 Ski locker lid 1 Ski locker To close the ski locker 1 Close th...

Page 68: ... rear underseat storage compartment starboard is located under the rear star board seat To open the rear underseat storage compart ment starboard pull the rear starboard seat up TIP The storage compartment can be opened and closed easily by opening the engine hood first See page 60 for engine hood opening and closing procedures 1 Rear starboard seat 2 Rear underseat storage compartment star board ...

Page 69: ...cooler box in the rear underseat storage compartment port To open the rear underseat storage compart ment port pull the rear port seat up TIP The storage compartment can be opened and closed easily by opening the engine hood first See page 60 for engine hood opening and closing procedures 1 Rear port seat 2 Rear underseat storage compartment port 3 Cooler box To close the rear underseat storage co...

Page 70: ...mpartment knob and then turn the knob clockwise Port console storage compartment The port console storage compartment is a large storage compartment that is located in the port console The port console storage compartment door can be used as a partition in the front walk through To open the port console storage compart ment unhook the port console storage com partment door latch 1 Port console sto...

Page 71: ...rage compartment The wet storage compartment is located un der the swim platform To open the wet storage compartment 1 Pull the lock handles up 2 Turn the lock handles and then open the rear platform hatch 1 Lock handle 2 Rear platform hatch 1 Wet storage compartment To close the wet storage compartment 1 Close the rear platform hatch 2 Turn the lock handles and make sure that the hatch is securel...

Page 72: ...1 Rear walk through 2 Center seat cushion TIP In order to board or disembark from the boat the center seat cushion can be removed Windshield The windshield can be opened and closed WARNING To avoid injury the windshield must be se cured when the boat is in motion To close the windshield 1 Unsnap the retaining strap from the wind shield and then snap it onto the strap base 1 Retaining strap 2 Strap...

Page 73: ...r the stern light is dif ferent depending on the model 212X Front underseat storage compartment starboard 212SS Rear underseat storage compartment starboard To set up the stern light 1 Open the storage compartment See page 61 for front starboard seat removal and installation procedures and page 62 for rear starboard seat removal and in stallation procedures 212X 1 Front starboard seat rear 2 Front...

Page 74: ... from the stern light holder 212X 1 Stern light holder 2 Stern light 212SS 1 Stern light holder 2 Stern light TIP For 212SS skip steps 3 and 4 3 Slide stern light stoppers A and B apart to disconnect them 1 Stern light stopper A 2 Stern light stopper B 1 2 2 1 1 2 2 1 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 68 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 75: ...B into the stern light socket 1 Stern light stopper B To store the stern light 1 Pull stern light stopper B upward remove the stern light and then close the cap of the stern light socket TIP For 212SS skip steps 2 and 3 2 Unscrew stern light stopper A from the center section of the stern light pole and then fold the pole 3 Connect the stoppers by fitting the protru sion on stern light stopper A in...

Page 76: ...ladder 2 Anchor storage compartment 3 Retaining strap To use the bow ladder 1 Open the anchor storage compartment lid See page 60 2 Unsnap both retaining straps from the an chor storage compartment 3 Extend the bow ladder out completely and then lower it 4 Close the anchor storage compartment lid to use it as a step 1 Bow ladder 2 3 1 3 1 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 70 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 77: ... lid Swim platform and stern ladder WARNING Stay away from the swim platform area while the engines are running Exhaust gases coming from underneath it contain carbon monoxide a colorless odorless gas which may cause brain damage or death when inhaled Symptoms include nausea dizziness and drowsiness The swim platform area provides a place to stand or sit while putting on skis or a wake board and i...

Page 78: ...swim platform do not use the table while the en gines are running Exhaust gases coming from underneath the swim platform con tain carbon monoxide a colorless odor less gas which may cause brain damage or death when inhaled Symptoms include nausea dizziness and drowsiness NOTICE If the side table is installed at the swim platform remove the side table before op erating the boat Otherwise the side t...

Page 79: ... to attach a standard ski rope or other tow rope WARNING Severe injury or death can result if you ig nore any of the following Maximum towing capacity 1 Person 158 kg 350 lb max Make sure the tow rope is securely fas tened to the tow pylon on the wakeboard tower Do not tow a tube or other inflatable from the wakeboard tower Use the ski tow hook on the transom Stay clear of the tow rope while pulli...

Page 80: ...n assistant needs to help hold the wake board tower in place during the proce dure Do not operate the boat or transport it on the trailer with the tower in the collapsed position to avoid possible damage To collapse the wakeboard tower 1 Remove wakeboards and any other ac cessories from the wakeboard racks Fold and secure the bimini top if up 2 Remove the upper support knob and low er support knob...

Page 81: ... tower install each support pole and install the lower support knobs and the upper sup port knobs to the pole Bimini top 212X Setting up the bimini top To set up the bimini top 1 Remove the storage cover unwrap the bimini top and then zip the flaps around the wakeboard tower 1 Storage cover 2 Pull the bimini top toward the bow and then unhook the forward support poles from the main pole 1 Forward ...

Page 82: ...et using the lock pin 1 Forward support pole 2 Lock pin 3 Forward support pole mounting bracket 5 While pulling the main pole down push the snap button and shorten each for ward support pole until it is locked in place to tighten the bimini top 1 Forward support pole 2 Snap button NOTICE Do not exceed 72 km h 45 mph with the bimini top in the up position 1 2 2 3 1 1 2 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 76...

Page 83: ...h forward support pole from the wakeboard tower by removing the lock pin 1 Forward support pole 2 Lock pin 3 Forward support pole mounting bracket 3 Push the snap button and shorten each forward support pole until it is locked in place 1 Snap button 2 Forward support pole 4 Hook the forward support poles onto the main pole and then pull the bimini top to ward the stern 1 Forward support pole 2 Mai...

Page 84: ...d install the storage cover If a boat cover is not used wrap an elastic cord around the top and secure the ends to the tow pylon on the wakeboard tower to re strict movement Removing the bimini top To remove the bimini top 1 Store the bimini top See Storing the bi mini top 2 Remove each rear support pole from the wakeboard tower by removing the lock pin 1 Rear support pole 2 Lock pin 3 While suppo...

Page 85: ...bimini top To set up the bimini top 1 Raise the bimini top and then unhook the rear support poles from the main pole 1 Rear support pole 2 Secure each rear support pole to the rear support pole mounting bracket using the lock pin Make sure that the tab on the end of the lock pin is pointing downward 1 Rear support pole 2 Rear support pole mounting bracket 3 Lock pin 1 3 2 1 SportsBoat_F2J15 book P...

Page 86: ...n the front straps so that the top is snug and wrinkle free NOTICE Do not exceed 72 km h 45 mph with the bimini top in the up position Storing the bimini top in the upright position NOTICE Do not trailer the boat with the bimini top in the fully extended or upright storage po sition Put the bimini top in the fully col lapsed position to avoid damage 1 3 1 2 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 80 Monday May...

Page 87: ...lapsed position to avoid damage Storing the bimini top in the fully collapsed position To store the bimini top in the fully collapsed position 1 Follow the above steps for Storing the bi mini top in the upright position 2 While supporting the bimini top remove the lock pins securing the rear support poles to the rear support pole mounting brackets and then hook each rear sup port pole onto the mai...

Page 88: ...e the ends to the ski tow hook to restrict movement Removing the bimini top To remove the bimini top 1 Store the bimini top See Storing the bi mini top in the fully collapsed position 2 Remove the lock pins securing the bimini top to the main pole mounting brackets 1 Lock pin 3 Remove the bimini top from the boat Installing the bimini top To install the bimini top When installing the bimini top si...

Page 89: ... can be used if ethanol content does not exceed 10 and the fuel meets minimum octane ratings E 85 is a fuel blend containing 85 ethanol and there fore must not be used in this boat All ethanol blends containing more than 10 ethanol can cause fuel system damage or engine perfor mance problems Yamaha does not recommend gasohol con taining methanol because it can cause fuel system damage and engine p...

Page 90: ... Med RX available from your Yamaha Boat Dealer is formulated to remove existing deposits and when used continuously prevent new ones from forming while also helping to keep fuel injectors and other fuel system components clean for prop er performance and longer engine life Engine oil requirement Engine oil NOTICE Use only 4 stroke engine oil Usage of 2 stroke engine oil could result in severe en g...

Page 91: ...boat in a precisely level position on land with the engine stopped If the en gine was running allow the engine oil to settle by waiting 5 minutes or more be fore checking the oil level 2 Open the engine hood See page 60 3 Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean 3 star models 1 Dipstick 4 star models 1 Dipstick 4 Insert the dipstick back into the dipstick tube completely Remove the dipstick again and...

Page 92: ...t full throttle when bilge water remains in the engine compartment The bilge water can splash into the engines which can re sult in severe damage Be sure all drain plugs are tightened be fore operating your boat Otherwise wa ter may flood the boat and cause it to submerge Draining the bilge water on land This model is equipped with a fuel tank com partment drain plug engine compartment drain plug ...

Page 93: ...that the fuel tank compartment cover is securely closed 11 Push the lock handles down 12 Install the floor mat in its original position Draining the bilge water from the engine compartment If there is fuel or a fuel water mixture in the en gine compartment wipe it up immediately with dry rags WARNING This indicates a fuel leak Do not operate the boat until the source of the fuel leak is found and ...

Page 94: ...g back to the deck while the boat is moored or moving in reverse Bilge pump Your boat is equipped with a drainage system that channels water that enters the boat from the storage compartments to the bilge under the engine compartment When the bilge pump switch is turned on the bilge pump will detect when there is excessive water in the bilge and will automatically drain most of it through the bilg...

Page 95: ...Operation and handling requirements 89 1 Bilge pump switch 1 Bilge water outlet BILGE NAVI ANC CTSY LIGHTS HORN 1 1 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 89 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 96: ...tes longer component life 1 Check the engine oil level See page 85 for information on checking the engine oil level 2 Launch the boat and start the engines See page 101 for information on starting the engines 3 For the first 5 minutes operate with the engines at trolling speed 4 For the next 30 minutes operate with the engine speed below 5000 r min 5 For the next 1 hour operate with the en gine sp...

Page 97: ...s before launching Access port caps Check for proper installation 94 Jet intakes Check that no debris is in the intakes before launching 95 Fuel system Check fuel system for leaks 127 Engine oil level Check engine oil level add as necessary 85 95 Battery Check battery condition mounting and connection 96 Bilge water Check the engine compartment and fuel tank compart ment for bilge water 97 Drain p...

Page 98: ...eft when the wheel is turned to the left There should not be free play between the steering wheel and the jet thrust nozzles Remote control lever checks WARNING Do not touch the shift gates while the re mote control levers are being operated otherwise you could be pinched Operate the remote control levers several times to make sure that operation is smooth throughout the whole range 1 Neutral posi...

Page 99: ... indication of the condition A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this boat If you do not have a fire extin guisher contact your local Yamaha Boat Dealer or fire extinguisher dealer for one meeting the proper specifications Storing the fire extinguisher One fire extinguisher is to be mounted in the port console storage compartment The fire extinguisher recommended for this location i...

Page 100: ...se suspect a fire you can look through the transparent flaps of the FIRE PORT to look for signs of flames If there is a fire push the nozzle of the fire ex tinguisher through the FIRE PORT and fol low the manufacturer s instructions to empty the contents of the fire extinguisher into the engine compartment A clean agent type fire extinguisher is rec ommended a chemical type fire extinguisher may n...

Page 101: ...n the jet intakes WARNING Rotating parts could cause severe injury or death Before attempting to remove weeds or debris from the jet intake or impeller areas shut off the engines remove the main switch keys and then remove the engine shut off cord lanyard from the engine shut off switch Fuel system checks Refer to Checking the fuel system on page 127 for the correct procedure Engine oil level chec...

Page 102: ...operly WARNING The battery must always be fully charged and in good condition Loss of battery power may leave you stranded Never operate the boat if the battery does not have sufficient power to start the engine or if it shows any other signs of decreased power 1 Positive battery terminal Red lead 2 Negative battery terminal Black lead 1 2 1 1 2 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 96 Monday May 18 2015 6 2...

Page 103: ...reads or the O ring on the hull drain plug NOTICE Before installing the drain plugs clean the drain plug threads and the O ring on the hull drain plug to remove any foreign ma terials such as dirt or sand Otherwise the drain plugs could be damaged allowing water to enter the engine compartment or the fuel tank compartment Make sure that the drain plugs are tightened securely be fore launching the ...

Page 104: ...that the blowers operate properly when the blower switch is pushed 1 Blower switch 3 star models 1 Blower 4 star models 1 Blower Push the blower switch to operate the blowers and ventilate the engine compartment for at least 4 minutes Navigation and anchor lights switch check Push the navigation and anchor lights switch and check that the bow light and stern light come on 1 Install the stern light...

Page 105: ... tie it together The engine shut off cord lan yard may not pull free when the operator falls off allowing the boat to continue to run and cause an accident Post launch checks Perform the post launch checks in the pre op eration checklist while the boat is in the water and the engines are running Engine shut off switch check Check the engine shut off switch for proper operation 1 Start the engines ...

Page 106: ...th engine speed NOTICE A continuous flow of water from the pilot outlets shows that water is flowing through the engine cooling water passag es If water is not flowing out of the pilot outlets during operation do not continue to run the engines Overheating and seri ous damage could occur See Engine overheat warning system on page 46 for more information Fuel level check Select the fuel level displ...

Page 107: ...n operating your boat Select a wide area to learn in where visibility is good and other boat traffic is light Keep the proper distance from other boats and vehi cles Do not operate where people are swim ming Always attach the engine shut off cord lan yard to your PFD before operating You and all other passengers must always wear a USCG approved PFD when riding in the boat You should consider weari...

Page 108: ...es off or keep them at idle Water and debris exiting the jet thrust nozzles can cause severe injury 1 Always make sure the boat is launched and used in waters that are free from weeds and debris and at least 90 cm 3 ft deep from the bottom of the boat WARNING Never operate in water that is less than 90 cm 3 ft deep from the bottom of the boat You increase your chance of hitting an underwater ob st...

Page 109: ...e remote control levers in the neu tral position The starter motors will not operate unless the remote control levers are in neutral Turn the main switch keys to the start position and release them when the engines start If the engines do not start after 5 seconds of cranking re lease the keys Wait at least 15 seconds before trying to start the engines again NOTICE Never turn the main switch keys ...

Page 110: ...ould when driving a car out of a parking space you will drive the stern of the boat into the dock The following steps are basic maneuvering techniques which can be used in most circum stances 1 With the engines idling and the bow still moored to the dock turn the steering wheel toward the dock Moving the re mote control levers into the TDE position or forward position will start to move the stern ...

Page 111: ...uces only minimum thrust If you are traveling at speeds above trolling you will have rap idly decreasing ability to steer without throttle You may still have some turning ability immediately after pulling the re mote control levers back to idle but when the engines slow down the boat will no longer respond to steering wheel input until you apply throttle again or you reach a trolling speed At trol...

Page 112: ...s only Never have more than 9 people in the boat Passengers must sit in one of the seats and hold onto the handgrips Passengers should sit so the weight in the boat is balanced from side to side and bow to stern as much as possible If the passenger seat in front of the helm is used be sure the operator s view ahead is not obstructed D Maximum load 212X Total weight of cargo operator and passengers...

Page 113: ...ote control levers are moved back to idle The stopping distance varies depending on gross weight water surface conditions and wind direction The stated straight line stop ping distance should be used for a reference The boat slows down as soon as the remote control levers are returned to idle but will coast for a distance before fully stopping If you are not sure you can stop in time before hittin...

Page 114: ...ats or swimmers are close to the boat Come to a stop before you reach the dock 2 Notice how wind and water currents are affecting boat movement as you attach your mooring lines and fenders 3 Approach the dock at idle speed Use re verse as necessary during slow speed maneuvering to help control speed and direction Position the boat according to wind and water conditions WARNING Do not use your hand...

Page 115: ...e starting the en gines again Do not beach the boat on rocky beach es The hull gelcoat and exposed pump housings can be damaged Pay attention to shifts in tides Beaching at high tide may make it impossible to re launch the boat if the tide recedes 1 Make sure no obstructions boats or swimmers are near the beach 2 Approach the beach slowly and stop the engines when the water is about 90 cm 3 ft dee...

Page 116: ... on the line to be sure the anchor is holding Also periodically check your boat s position against the shoreline to make sure it is not drifting and dragging the anchor Reset if necessary 5 To pull in weigh the anchor start the engines and move forward keeping ten sion on the line as you pull it in When the anchor line is straight up and down pull hard to lift the anchor from the bottom material 6...

Page 117: ...ne is not possible with the boat in the water In addition conditions such as stray electrical voltage in the water marine organisms and saltwater corrosion can adversely affect the life of many boat components NOTICE Leaving the boat in the water for extended periods will accel erate the rate of normal deterioration of the jet pump components sacrificial an odes hull finish and other components If...

Page 118: ... water Be careful not to get water on the air filter area or electrical components Allow any water in the bilge to drain out After the water has drained wipe the engine compartment and bilge with dry rags 9 Reinstall all drain plugs NOTICE Tight en the hull drain plug securely before launching the boat Otherwise water may flood the boat and cause it to sub merge Clean any foreign material such as ...

Page 119: ...Weight GTW and the maximum tongue weight Always use a hitch rated for the same or higher class Use a bolted on or welded on hitch clamp on bumper hitches are not recommended Be sure the trailer hitch s release handle is latched with the lock pin installed before towing Use safety chains between the towing vehicle and the trailer so the trailer will not detach completely from the towing vehicle if ...

Page 120: ...such as the genuine Yamaha cover available from your Yamaha Boat Dealer designed specifically for your boat is highly recommended to help protect your boat during transport and storage Carry a spare tire for the trailer along with sufficient tools to change the tire While traveling check the wheel hubs on the trailer whenever you park If a hub feels abnormally hot have the bearing inspected before...

Page 121: ...tops of the fenders show and then reset the parking brake Board the boat and start it If possible remain on the trailer until the engines are warm and are responding to throttle 7 Back the boat out into the water watch ing carefully for people other boats or obstacles Loading 1 Disconnect the trailer lights from the tow ing vehicle 2 Back the trailer down the ramp as close to 90 to the shoreline a...

Page 122: ...signed for lifting boats The sling should be covered with a protective material to pre vent damage to the hull gelcoat Use spreader bars to avoid side stress to the hull that may cause cracks in the gel coat and fiberglass Attach guidelines to the bow eye and stern eyes to control movement of the boat dur ing lifting Remove all people and all cargo from the boat Drain any excess water from the bil...

Page 123: ...he engine The water could flow back through the muffler into the crankcase causing severe engine damage Be sure to turn on the water immediately after starting the engine to prevent en gine overheating 5 Run the engine at a fast idle for 3 to 5 minutes If the engine stops while flush ing turn the water supply off immediately and perform the procedure again from step 4 6 Turn off the water supply a...

Page 124: ... 1 Fuel tank compartment drain plug 2 Engine compartment drain plug 2 Remove the hull drain plug See page 88 for hull drain plug removal and installation procedures 1 Hull drain plug 3 Clean the hull boat interior and drive units with Yamaclean Wash Wax Con centrate or a mild natural soap and wa ter Rinse with fresh water Scum on the hull can be removed with Yamaclean Hull Cleaner NOTICE Incorrect...

Page 125: ...e hull drain plug is tightened securely before launching the boat Otherwise water may flood the boat and cause it to submerge 8 Spray the exterior of the engines with Yamalube Silicone Protectant and Lubri cant or an equivalent For areas requir ing heavy protection use Yamashield 9 Wax the hull with Yamaclean Spray Wax or other non abrasive wax designed for marine gelcoat WARNING Slippery surfaces...

Page 126: ...gum E A Coffee Tea Chocolate B Grease E B Ink C F D Ketchup A B Lipstick C B A Mustard A B C Mildew Wet leaves C B A Motor oil B Permanent marker C F D Suntan lotion A B Tar Asphalt E B A Medium soft brush with warm soapy water B Yamaclean All Purpose Cleaner or equivalent C Isopropyl alcohol 91 is best D Mixture of 1 tablespoon 15 ml ammonia 1 4 cup 60 ml hydrogen peroxide and 3 4 cup 177 ml wate...

Page 127: ... soda and water one tablespoon of baking soda to one cup of water 2 Apply dielectric grease or petroleum jelly to the battery terminals and to all ex posed connectors 3 If the battery will be stored for a longer period check its state of charge use a hydrometer or a voltmeter and load tes ter at least once a month and recharge the battery if it gets too low To install the battery 1 Place the batte...

Page 128: ...chance of contaminat ed fuel Running the engines with treated fuel during cooling system flushing will also help protect the fuel system TIP Use of Fuel Med RX eliminates the need to drain the fuel system Consult a Yamaha Boat Dealer or other qualified mechanic if the fuel system is to be drained instead Lubrication It is advisable to take the boat to a Yamaha Boat Dealer to have the engines fogge...

Page 129: ...ts The first service should be done after 10 hours or 1 month by a Yamaha Boat Dealer Fill the bearing housings with water resistant grease through the grease nipples After first service Every 100 hours or 6 months you may do this yourself 3 star models 1 Bearing housing grease nipple 4 star models 1 Bearing housing grease nipple Grease capacity 33 0 35 0 cc 1 11 1 18 oz Grease capacity 6 0 8 0 cc...

Page 130: ...wner s op erator s manual and tool kit with you whenev er you use the boat 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 Boat Dealer The service information included in this man ual is intended to provide you the owner with the necessary information for completing ...

Page 131: ...1 Place the engine cover in its original posi tion and then push it down 2 Install the engine cover screws and then tighten them to the specified torque 3 Close the engine hood Tightening torque Engine cover screw 4 5 Nm 0 46 kgf m 3 3 ft lb 1 SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 125 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 132: ... Grease points Lubricate 122 Bearing housings Lubricate 123 Fuel system Check 127 Fuel filter Check Replace Fuel pump screen Clean Air filters Check Replace 128 Engine oil Replace 129 Engine oil filters Replace 129 Valve clearance Check Adjust Cooling water pas sages Clean Flush After every use 117 Bilge strainer Clean Impellers Check Steering cables Check 130 Remote control le vers Check Adjust 1...

Page 133: ... tank for leakage Fuel hose joints for leakage Fuel hoses for cracks and other damage Fuel filler hoses and clamps for damage and leakage Fuel tank filler cap and seal for damage Emission related components such as the carbon canister and tank vent valves The United States Coast Guard requires that all inboard boats like your boat have visual ac cess to fuel filler hoses and clamps The fuel filler...

Page 134: ...The air filters must be checked at the intervals specified in the periodic maintenance chart In addition replace the air filter elements dur ing every other inspection To check an air filter 1 Open the engine hood See page 60 2 Disconnect the breather hose from the air intake pipe 1 Air intake pipe 2 Breather hose 3 Loosen the clamp screw and then dis connect the air intake pipe from the throt tle...

Page 135: ... are turned off Coming into contact with or getting any engine oil on your clothes could result in burns NOTICE Be sure the engines have enough oil but do not overfill them If there is too lit tle oil the engines can be damaged If there is too much oil the air filters can become saturated with oil permanently damaging the filters and reducing en gine performance If oil is leaking or Low Oil Press ...

Page 136: ...e the re mote control levers are being operated otherwise you could be pinched Check the remote control levers for smooth operation 1 Remove the engine shut off cord lan yard and main switch keys 2 Operate the remote control levers several times to make sure that operation is smooth throughout the whole range 1 Neutral position 2 TDE position 3 Forward position 4 Reverse position 5 Shift 6 Fully c...

Page 137: ...ly above the shift gate neutral position when the remote control levers are in the for ward position and that the shift gates are in the fully open position when the remote control levers are moved farther forward 1 Shift gate 2 Fully open position 4 Check that the shift gates are in the fully closed position when the remote control levers are in the reverse position 1 Shift gate 2 Fully closed po...

Page 138: ...its original size it should be replaced Ask a Yamaha Boat Dealer for this service or you can do it yourself if you have a torque wrench of the proper type 1 Unscrew the two mounting bolts that se cure the anode to the jet pump outlet 2 Clean the mounting bolt threads and then coat them with Loctite 242 avail able from a Yamaha Boat Dealer 3 Install a new anode Tighten the mount ing bolts to the sp...

Page 139: ...ry fluid A poorly maintained battery will deteriorate quickly The battery fluid should be checked before every outing Fill to the manufacturer s recommended level when necessary Top up only with distilled water or pure de ionized water suitable to use in batteries NOTICE Normal tap water contains minerals which are harmful to a battery therefore refill only with distilled water Recharging WARNING ...

Page 140: ...mm 16 0 in Draft Heavy 540 mm 21 3 in Dry weight 212X 3 star models 1388 kg 3060 lb 212X 4 star models 1397 kg 3080 lb 212SS 3 star models 1336 kg 2945 lb 212SS 4 star models 1345 kg 2965 lb Performance Maximum fuel consumption 3 star models 97 4 L h 25 7 US gal h 21 4 Imp gal h 4 star models 90 4 L h 23 9 US gal h 19 9 Imp gal h Cruising range at full throttle 3 star models 1 94 hour 4 star model...

Page 141: ...on Counterclockwise Pitch angle 14 7 Transmission Direct drive from engine Jet thrust nozzle angle 23 23 Jet thrust nozzle trim angle 3 Fuel and oil Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline Minimum octane rating PON 86 Minimum octane rating RON 90 Recommended engine oil YAMALUBE 4W or 4 stroke motor oil Recommended engine oil type SAE SAE 10W 30 10W 40 20W 40 20W 50 Recommended engine oil grade ...

Page 142: ...amperage Electronic throttle valve fuse 10 A Fuel pump fuse 10 A Main relay drive fuse 10 A Main fuse 20 A Battery fuse 30 A Accessory fuse 20 A 15 A ITEM Specification SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 136 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 PM ...

Page 143: ... in place Install clip in engine shut off switch 31 Fuse Burned out Replace fuse and check wiring 142 Battery Run down Recharge 132 Poor terminal con nections Tighten as required 132 Battery switch off Turn on switch 31 Rear platform hatch Not latched Latch securely 65 Starter compo nent Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Remote control lever Not in neutral posi tion Move remote control le...

Page 144: ...a Boat Dealer Engine runs irregularly or stalls Fuel Empty Refill as soon as possible 83 Stale or contaminat ed Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Fuel filter Water or dust collect ed Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Incorrect heat range Have serviced by Yamaha...

Page 145: ...erviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Incorrect heat range Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Gap incorrect Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Fuel Stale or contaminat ed Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE Engine speed will be limited to 3500 rpm SportsBoat_F2J15 book Page 139 Monday May 18 2015 6 25 P...

Page 146: ...ed rises forward thrust will de crease If this condition is allowed to continue jet pump damage can occur and the engines may overheat and seize If there is any sign that a jet intake or impeller is clogged with weeds or debris follow this clean out proce dure 1 Turn off and remove the main switch keys remove the clip from the engine shut off switch and wait for all movement to stop 2 Open the rea...

Page 147: ...access port cap it is not locked securely the cap could be forced out by water pressure during operation 1 Lock button 9 Close the rear platform hatch NOTICE Be sure the access port caps are locked securely in place Otherwise the caps could be forced out of the access ports by water pressure causing loss of per formance and possible damage The rear platform hatch has interlocks to shut off the eng...

Page 148: ...d then disconnect the jumper cables by reversing the above steps NOTICE Do not turn the main switch key for more than 5 seconds If the engine does not start in 5 seconds release the main switch key and try again after 15 seconds Continuous cranking for more than 5 seconds will discharge the battery and the engine will not start The starter motor may also be damaged if they are engaged continuously...

Page 149: ...on procedures 1 Accessory fuse holder 2 Accessory fuse 4 Replace the blown fuse with the spare fuse of the correct amperage by using the fuse puller 5 Install the fuse box cover 6 If an accessory fuse was replaced install the accessory fuse holder 7 Close the engine hood 1 1 7 2 3 4 5 6 Fuse amperage Electronic throttle valve fuse 10 A Fuel pump fuse 10 A Main relay drive fuse 10 A Main fuse 20 A ...

Page 150: ...void traf fic or obstacles which could be a hazard to either boat The towing line should be long enough so the towed boat will not collide with the towing boat when slowing down The boat should be towed only if it becomes inoperative The towing rope should be long enough so that the boat will not collide with the towing boat when slowing down A good rule of thumb is a tow rope which is three times...

Page 151: ...ge repair or replace at Yamaha s option any parts adjudged defective by Yamaha due to faulty workmanship or material from the factory All parts replaced under warranty will become the property of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A CUSTOMER S RESPONSIBILITY Under the terms of this warranty the customer will be respon sible for ensuring that the boat is properly operated maintained and stored as specifi...

Page 152: ...ting the dealer to submit a change of registration to Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A within ten 10 days of the transfer YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSEWHICH EXCEEDTHE OBLIGATIONS ANDTIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATI...

Page 153: ...ss California 90630 This will ensure that Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A has an up to date registration record in accordance with federal law Q May I perform any or all of the recommended maintenance shown in the Owner s Manual instead of having the dealer do them A Yes if you are a qualified mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner s and Service Manual We do recommend however tha...

Page 154: ...od That means you can get up to 5 years of coverage on the power train controls and other components to match the comforting 5 year standard protection on the hull Y E S is designed and administered by the same Yamaha people who handle your war ranty and it shows in the comprehensive coverage benefits There are no limitations on hours of use Coverage isn t limited to moving parts or the drive trai...

Page 155: ...ENGER 1 ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE PASSENGER 2 ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE PASSENGER 3 ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE PASSENGER 4 ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE DEPARTURE INFORMATION POINT OF DEPARTURE DATE TIME TOW VEHICLE MAKE MODEL LICENSE TRAILER LICENSE DESTINATION INFORMATION DESTINATION LORAN OR GPS COORDINATES INTENDED ACTIVITY EXPECTED RETURN DATE TIME LOCAL U S COAST GUARD PHONE NOTES HULL COLOR OPERATOR ADD...

Page 156: ...ring 212X 78 Blower switch 48 Blower switch check 98 Boarding from a dock or landing jetty 108 Boarding from the bow 108 Boarding from the water 107 Boat characteristics 15 Boat control functions 31 Boating with passengers 106 Bow ladder 70 C Check engine warning 47 Cleaning the boat 118 Cooling water pilot outlet check 100 Courtesy light switch 48 Crossing wakes and swells 110 Cruise assist 52 Cr...

Page 157: ...n components location 24 Main switches 32 Maintenance 124 Manufactured date labels 3 Multi function tachometers 36 N Navigation and anchor lights switch 48 Navigation and anchor lights switch check 98 Night operation 16 No wake mode 51 No wake mode cruise assist switch 51 O Operational requirements 13 Owner s operator s manual and tool kit 124 P Passenger s seat 212SS 59 Periodic maintenance chart...

Page 158: ... Swim platform 71 Switch circuit breakers 54 Switches 48 System menu LCD 40 T Tachometers 36 Tilt lever 35 To get more boating safety information 22 Towing the boat 144 Trailering checklist 113 Trailering the boat 113 Troubleshooting 137 Troubleshooting chart 137 Turning the boat 104 W Wakeboard tower 212X 73 Wakeboard tower collapsing and setting up 74 Wakeboarding and water skiing 17 Walk throug...

Page 159: ... Yamaha Accessories will fit right and perform right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha engineering teams that know your Yamaha from the inside out GenuineYamaha Service Manuals Get the same factory manual for your vehicle that the technicians at y...

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