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Page 1: ...W A R N I N G Read this manual carefully before operating this boat 212SS 212X OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...his product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm YAMAHA LIT CALIF 65 01 Read this manual carefully before operating this boat This manual should stay with the boat if sold ...

Page 3: ...lt a Yamaha dealer Because Yamaha has a policy of con tinuing product improvement this prod uct may not be exactly as described in this Owner s Manual Specifications are subject to change without notice This manual should be considered a permanent part of this boat and should remain with it even if the boat is subse quently sold IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION In this manual information of particular...

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Page 5: ...2 Features Functions 1 Safety Information 3 Operation 4 Maintenance Care 5 Trouble Recovery 6 Consumer Information 1 colo 1 colo 4 co 212SS 212X ...

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Page 7: ...te the Boat 1 8 Required Equipment 1 9 Additional Equipment Recommendations 1 9 Cruising Limitations 1 10 Operational Requirements 1 11 Hazard Information 1 12 Boat Characteristics 1 12 Night Operation 1 13 Water skiing 1 14 Rules OF THE ROAD 1 15 Steering and Sailing Rules 1 15 Rules When Encountering Vessels 1 16 Other Special Situations 1 17 Reading Buoys and Other Markers 1 18 TO GET MORE BOAT...

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Page 9: ...hese I D numbers in a separate place in case your boat is stolen PRIMARY I D NUMBER The Primary I D number is stamped on a label under the rear seat HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER H I N The H I N is stamped into the hull on the right rear corner ENGINE Serial NUMBER PORT STARBOARD TheEngineSerialNumbersarestamped on a label attached to the top of each engine s oil tank F1C F1U SAFETY INFORMATION 1 ...

Page 10: ...s engines that meet the Air Resources Board s 2004 exhaust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 20 lower emissions that One Star Low Emission engines THREE STARS ULTRA LOW EMISSION The three star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s 2008 exhaust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 65 lower emissions than One Star Low Emission engines f...

Page 11: ...ION This engine family conforms to U S EPA regulations for marine SI engines Approval Label of Emission Control Certificate This label is attached to the electrical box Emission control information label MANUFACTURED DATE LABEL Manufactured date label ...

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Page 13: ...1 5 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 If any of these labels is damaged or missing contact a Yamaha dealer for a replacement ...

Page 14: ...0 Carbon monoxide CO can cause brain damage or death Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas Carbon monoxide will be around the back of the boat when engines or generators are running Move to fresh air if you feel nausea headache dizziness or drowsiness ...

Page 15: ...e this weight when making sure your load does not exceed the weight shown on the Maximum Capacities label WARNING 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 o...

Page 16: ...imum operator age of 16 years old Adults must supervise use by minors Know the operator age and training requirements for your state A boat ing safety course is recommended and may be required in your state You can find local rules by contact ing the United States Coast Guard USCG the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators or your local Power Squadron The boat is designed to carr...

Page 17: ...es of the Road for more information Navigation Lights Your boat is equipped with naviga tion 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 page 2 14 and 3 9 for more informa tion Additional Equipment Recommendations The following equipment can help make your boating experience saf...

Page 18: ... not a toy Sharp turns or jumping waves or wakes can increase the risk of back spinal injury paraly sis facial injuries and broken legs ankles and other bones Do not jump waves or wakes 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 possibility of bad weather Take note of weather forecasts and the p...

Page 19: ...d NEVER operate the boat after con suming alcohol or taking drugs For reasons of safety and proper care of the boat always perform the pre operation checks listed on page 3 4 before operating Passengers must always sit in a designated seating area place feet on the deck and hold on to the hand grips when the boat is in motion Always consult your doctor on whether it is safe for you to ride in this...

Page 20: ...watercraft and also watch for boats ski ropes or fishing lines Obey the Rules of the Road see page 1 15 and be sure to check behind you before making a turn Hazard Information Never start the engine or let it run for any length of time in an enclosed area Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide a colorless odorless gas that may cause death within a short time Always operate the boat in an open area ...

Page 21: ...g slow speed maneu vering such as when docking Once the engine is idling shift to reverse and gradually increase engine speed Make sure that there are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting into reverse Keep away from the intake grates while the engine is on Items such as long hair loose clothing or PFD straps can become entangled in moving parts resulting in severe injury or drowning S...

Page 22: ...includes thick tight ly woven sturdy and snug fitting apparel such as denim but does not include spandex or similar fabrics like those used in bicycle shorts A second person should be on board as a spotter to watch the skier in most states it is required by law Let the skier direct the operator s control of speed and direction with hand signals When preparing to pull a skier oper ate the boat at t...

Page 23: ...meet one another one vessel has the right of way it is called the stand on vessel The vessel that does not have the right of way is called the give way or burdened vessel These rules deter mine which vessel 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 yo...

Page 24: ...void each other Meeting If you are meeting another power ves sel head on and are close enough to run the risk of collision neither of you has the right of way Both of you should alter course to avoid an acci dent You should keep the other vessel on your port left side This rule does not apply if both of you will clear one another if you continue on your set course and speed Crossing When two power...

Page 25: ...ur to six seconds on the horn If another vessel is around the bend it too should sound the horn Even if no reply is heard however the vessel should still proceed around the bend with caution Fishing Vessel Right of Way All vessels fishing with nets lines or trawls are considered to be fishing vessels under the International Rules Vessels with trolling lines are not con sidered fishing vessels Fish...

Page 26: ...teral significance used for identification and location purposes Top Mark White Light Green Light OR Old New RB L RB L LIGHTED PREFERRED CHANNEL TO PORT BUOY No number Topmost band red preferred channel is to left of buoy Letter has no lateral significance used for identification and location purposes Red or Red White Light Light OR Old New N 2 NUN BUOY Even number Leave to starboard No change C 1...

Page 27: ...t side An easy way to remember the meaning of the colors is the phrase red right returning When navigating out of the harbor your position with respect to the buoys should be reversed red buoys should be to port and black buoys to starboard Many bodies of water used by boaters are entirely within the boundaries of a particular state The Uniform State Waterway Marking System has been devised for th...

Page 28: ...ement for those states that recognize non proctored NASBLA approved courses ENJOY YOUR BOAT RESPONSIBLY You share the areas you enjoy when operating your boat with others and with nature So your enjoyment includes a responsibility to treat these other peo ple and the lands waters and wildlife with respect and courtesy Whenever and wherever you are boat ing think of yourself as the guest of those a...

Page 29: ... 2 6 Main Switches 2 6 Throttle Shift Levers 2 7 Fuel Tank Filler Cap 2 9 Gauges 2 9 Overheat Warning System 2 13 Switches 2 14 Ballast System 2 16 Swivel Seat Operation 2 17 Stereo System 2 18 Engine Hood 2 18 Storage Compartments 2 18 Front Walk Through 2 20 Rear Walk Through 2 21 Swim Platform 2 21 Wakeboard Tower 2 22 Collapsing the Wakeboard Tower 2 22 ...

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Page 35: ...navi gating near a person in the water such as a down skier or an obstacle such as a dock TILT LEVER Never touch the tilt lever during operation otherwise the steer ing wheel could suddenly change position which may lead to an accident Be sure the steering wheel is locked in position after adjust ment If the steering wheel is not locked in position it may suddenly change position during operation ...

Page 36: ...event the boat from running away under power Engine shut off switch Engine shut off cord with clip Engine shut off cord lanyard Main Switches There is a main switch for each engine The main switches control the ignition and electrical circuits as follows Port left engine Starboard right engine 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 ...

Page 37: ...ere are no 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 unstable 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 A separate lever for each engine con trols both thro...

Page 38: ...nd some jet thrust is redirected forward This bal ance of thrust acts like neutral to keep the boat from moving WARNING Leave the throttles in the idle posi tion when Neutral is selected The boat will start moving as if it was in Forward or Reverse if engine speed is increased above idle in Neutral Reverse The jet pump gates are dropped all the way down over the jet nozzles Jet thrust is redirecte...

Page 39: ...ctly even with one another when the engines are running at the same rpm 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 MPH RPM 0 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RPM Fuel f e YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 2 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 3 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 4 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 MPH RPM 0 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9...

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Page 41: ...ery soft bottom high speeds deep water or a combination of the above may result in incomplete or inaccurate readings Under these conditions variable read ings or will be displayed Setting the Shallow Alarm Set the Shallow Alarm function each time you wish to use it The gauge does not retain the setting after the main switch is turned off The Shallow Alarm function can be set for depths ranging fro...

Page 42: ... default set ting no alarm function 2 Press the UP key within 5 seconds to increase the selected value more water depth Press the DOWN key to reduce the value Press and release either key to change the value in 1 foot increments Press and hold the key to change the value in 9 foot increments per second 3 After your selection is made the unit will return to normal operation after 5 seconds 4 The Al...

Page 43: ...ilot outlets after starting If water is not circulating something may be clogging the jet intake grate Refer to the Jet Pump Clean Out pro cedures on page 5 5 for further infor mation If the cause of overheating cannot be found and corrected take special precautions to avoid major engine damage while you return to shore Single engine overheating Shut off the overheating engine and use the properly...

Page 44: ...erate the stern light alone when anchored at night Put the switch in the middle posi tion to turn off all lights see page 3 9 Horn Pressing this switch activates the horn The horn can be used to signal other boats as required by the Rules of the Road see page 1 15 No Wake Mode The No Wake Mode System is use ful for operating the boat at a steady speed with a minimal wake This is especially conveni...

Page 45: ...de with another boat a dock or other obstacle Accessory Outlet There is a 12VDC outlet with resettable circuit breaker located on the main switch panel NOTICE Do not use an automotive cigarette lighter or other accessories with a plug that gets hot because the outlet can be damaged Switch Circuit Breakers The electrical circuit for each switch is protected by a circuit breaker If the button below ...

Page 46: ...increase the amount of wake the boat leaves behind it The more water that is pumped into the ballast sacks the bigger the boat s wake Fill Ballast Drain Ballast Filling The ballast fills and discharges water from a screened fitting located below the waterline in the starboard jet pump tunnel The pump can be operated when the boat is moored or running slowly at a no wake speed Be sure there is no c...

Page 47: ...llast bladders The draining can be done at any boat speed ballast drains more efficiently when the boat is underway Drain fully before loading the boat on the trailer 2 When the boat is on the trailer still at a stern down angle on the load ing ramp operate the pump again to drain any remaining water It may be necessary to press or lift the bladders to help drain them com pletely SWIVEL SEAT OPERA...

Page 48: ...ereo system owner s manual included with your boat Engine Hood There is one hood latch located under the front of the rear seat To open the engine hood lift the latch hook upward and lift the hood Hood Latch STORAGE COMPARTMENTS Your boat has convenient on board storage areas Bow Anchor Storage 10 20 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 MPH 0 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RPM x 1000 Fuel f e YAMAHA YAMAHA S O U R C E MO D E M ...

Page 49: ...ry any flammable sub stances in the battery compartment or any heavy or metal items that can damage the battery or cause a short circuit Sparks or fire could result On the 212X model the rear stor age compartments also house the Ballast System sacks Be careful not to store items in this area that could be crushed or damaged by the water sacks as they fill See page 2 16 for more information WARNING...

Page 50: ...esired the Walk Through to the bow of the boat can be closed Doorway Unlatch the door from the port side console storage compartment and lock it into place on the driver s side console To open the doorway unlatch the door from the driver s side console and lock it into place on the port side storage compartment ...

Page 51: ...orless 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 wakeboard and includes a ladder to make boarding from the water easier To use the ladder pull it out from underneath the swim platform until it can drop down Before operating the boat return the ladder to i...

Page 52: ... or one that is equivalent in design and quality COLLAPSING THE WAKEBOARD TOWER The wakeboard tower can be collapsed for towing and for boat storage in a building or under a canopy or carport Dropping the upper tower section while collapsing or raising it can damage the tower the boat or both An assistant is highly recommended to help hold the upper tower section in place during the procedure Coll...

Page 53: ...wer base 3 Once all of the knobs are threaded in make sure each one is tight ened securely Install the tethered rings into the ends of the upper tower support screw knobs to pre vent them from loosening or com ing out during operation NOTICE Be sure to use the tethered rings to secure the upper tower sup port knobs Otherwise the knobs could loosen and be lost if they fall out 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 ...

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Page 55: ...Your Boat 3 19 Learning to Operate Your Boat 3 19 Turning the Boat 3 20 Boating with Passengers 3 21 Boarding from the Water 3 21 Boarding from a Dock or Landing Jetty 3 22 Boarding from the Bow 3 22 Stopping 3 23 Docking 3 23 Leaving a Dock 3 24 Beaching 3 24 Anchoring 3 25 Crossing Wakes and Swells 3 26 POST OPERATION CHECKS 3 27 TRAILERING 3 29 Hitch 3 29 Trailering Checklist 3 29 Backing Your ...

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Page 57: ...k All passengers must be out of the boat during refueling 3 Remove the fuel tank filler cap and then slowly add fuel to the fuel tank Stop filling when the fuel just becomes visible in the bottom of the filler tube Do not top off the tank because gasoline could spill out 4 Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi ately 6 Install the fuel tank filler cap Make sure that the fuel tank filler cap is securely c...

Page 58: ...trailer Open the engine compartment by pull ing up on the two latches located under the front of the rear seat Cold Engine Check 1 Remove the oil tank filler cap wipe the dipstick with a clean rag and then screw the cap on securely Remove the cap again and check the oil level Operation EJU31890 Engine oil Use a combination of the recommended SAE and API engine oil classifications shown in the char...

Page 59: ... they have been run for 5 minutes or more at 7000 rpm or above and then at a trolling speed for 2 to 3 minutes If the boat is on the trailer run the engine with the flush attachment at an idle speed for 6 to 8 minutes or at least 13 minutes if air temperature is 59 F 15 C or colder 2 Remove the oil tank filler cap wipe the dipstick with a clean rag and then screw the cap on securely Remove the cap...

Page 60: ...ion 3 5 LIGHTS AND HORN Check lights to be sure they operate Press horn button to be sure it operates 3 9 3 10 FIRE EXTINGUISHER Check readiness of the extinguisher 3 6 HULL Check the hull for damage or cracks before launching ACCESS PORT CAPS Check for proper installation 3 6 JET WATER INTAKES Check that no debris is in the intakes before launching 3 7 FUEL SYSTEM Check fuel system for leaks 3 7 ...

Page 61: ...wheel is turned right The jet nozzles should point to port left when the wheel is turned left There should not be free play between the steering wheel and the jet nozzles Throttle Shifters Move the control levers several times through their full range of motion Operation should be smooth over the complete range of motion and the levers should return to Neutral without hesitation Before launching m...

Page 62: ...i fication with a capacity of two pounds or more when navigating in waters controlled by the U S Coast Guard In addition most state and local boating laws also require that the craft carry a USCG approved fire extinguisher when ever the boat is operated A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this boat If you do not have one contact your local Yamaha Boat dealer or a fire extinguisher d...

Page 63: ...ng level on the trailer or in the water 2 Open the engine hatch then check oil level in the engines Add as nec essary see page 3 2 Battery Check the battery condition and the battery electrolyte level Make sure con nections are tight and that battery is properly secured WARNING The bat tery must always be fully charged and in good condition Loss of bat tery power may leave you stranded Never opera...

Page 64: ...omplete draining when the boat is removed from the water Engine Compartment and Fuel Compartment Drain Plug Water will not normally enter the engine compartment or fuel compartment areas during operation If it does open the drain plugs and allow water to drain Also open the engine compart ment plug when flushing the engine area with fresh water after salt water operation Excessive water in the eng...

Page 65: ...he control panel If the stern light is not installed remove it from the storage area lift the socket cover and install it into the socket to check operation 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 MPH RPM x 1000 0 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RPM x 1000 Fuel f e YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA YAMAHA DEPTH WARNING 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 20 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 MPH RPM x 1000 0 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RPM x 1000 Fuel f e Y...

Page 66: ...P It may take up to 20 seconds for water to reach the pilot outlets when first launching the boat The amount and force of the exiting water will vary with engine rpm A continuous flow of water from the pilot hole shows that water is flowing through the engine cooling passages If water is not flowing out of the pilot hole during operation do not continue to run the engines Overheating and serious d...

Page 67: ...ounts with the lock pins 2 Unzip and remove the storage cover 3 Unfold the top by pulling to the bow of the boat 4 Attach the snap hooks to the strap eyes 5 The top should be snug and wrinkle free If the top is too loose or too tight adjust the front straps by slid ing the buckle up or down the strap as needed Do not exceed 45 mph 72 km h with the Bimini top in the up position ...

Page 68: ...ower the top onto the rear deck hatch Trailering with the Bimini Top The Bimini top must be secured to the boat when it is being trailered When trailered with a Genuine Yamaha Cover simply store the Bimini top in the fully collapsed position and install the cover If a cover is not used wrap an elastic cord around the top and secure the ends to the ski tow hook to restrict movement Removing the Bim...

Page 69: ...l support poles Pull them down and attach them to the Wakeboard Tower with the lock pins Do not exceed 45 mph 72 km h with the Bimini top in the up position Storing the Bimini Top 1 Remove the pins holding the front vertical support poles and the front bow to the Wakeboard Tower Pull the top back against the Wakeboard Tower 2 Roll the fabric around the frames and zip the storage cover into place R...

Page 70: ...he top extension may be put up Attach the support pole to the rear mounts on the Wake Board Tower bases Raise the top extension and zip the three sections of the fabric to the main top Secure the tension straps to the stern cleats and adjust as needed to remove wrinkles ...

Page 71: ... flotation device or your arm or leg before operating Failure to attach cord could result in a runaway boat if operator is ejected 1 Always make sure the boat is launched and used in waters that are free from weeds and debris and at least 3 ft 90 cm deep WARNING Never operate in water that is less than 3 ft 90 cm deep You increase your chance of hitting an underwater obstacle You could be injured ...

Page 72: ...tart the engine with the clip removed from the engine shut off switch However the starter motor will turn the engine over 3 Put the control levers in the Neutral position The starter motor will not operate unless the shift lever is in Neutral Turn the ignition key to Start When the engine starts release the key If the engine does not start after 5 seconds of crank ing release the key Wait at least...

Page 73: ...at with just one engine running Severe engine damage could result because water can flood the non operating engine through the cooling water intake If single engine operation is unavoid able operate the boat at a no wake speed only STOPPING THE ENGINES To stop the engine return the throttle levers to the idle position then turn the main switches to Off The engines can also be stopped by pulling th...

Page 74: ...clearances This ensures proper performance and promotes longer component life 1 Launch the boat and start the engines see page 3 15 2 For the first 5 minutes run the engines at trolling speed For the 30 minutes of operation after that keep the engine speed below 5 000 rpm For the hour of operation after that keep the engine speed below 8 000 rpm 3 Proceed with normal operation ...

Page 75: ...me spent checking the machine s condition will reward you with added safety and a more reliable boat Know and follow U S Coast Guard state and local laws when 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 vehicles Do not oper ate where people are swimming Always attach the engine stop switch...

Page 76: ... determines how sharply you turn A More throttle produces high thrust so the boat will turn more sharply B Less throttle produces low thrust so the boat will turn more gradually C Pulling the levers back to idle or Neutral produces only minimum thrust If you are traveling at speeds above trolling you will have rapidly decreasing ability to steer without throttle You may still have some turning abi...

Page 77: ...ahead is not obstructed BOARDING FROM THE WATER Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of being near the jet thrust nozzles Do not board from the rear use swim platform or swim behind boat if engines are running Stay away from the back of the boat when engines are running Stay away from the swim step while the engines are running Exhaust gases coming f...

Page 78: ... board at a time by stepping into the boat Never jump in Avoid stepping on slick gelcoat surfaces on the boat s gunwales especially if wet 2 Sit in one of the seats provided and put both feet on the deck BOARDING FROM THE BOW A ladder is available when boarding from the bow of the boat is desired such as when the boat is beached 1 Open the Bow Anchor Storage com partment see page 2 18 2 Extend the...

Page 79: ...on as the throttle 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 hitting an obstacle apply throttle and turn in another direction DOCKING 1 Make sure no obstructions boats 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...

Page 80: ...move the stern of the boat away from the dock 2 When the stern is out a few feet release the bow mooring then steer in the direction you want the bow to move Open the throttle slightly and begin to move away from the dock BEACHING 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 3 ft 90 cm deep Remember turn i...

Page 81: ... up the boat until you have let out line that is 4 to 6 times the depth of the water For example if you are anchoring in 10 feet of water let out 40 to 60 feet of line Secure the line 4 Pull 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...

Page 82: ... speed and choose the angle at which you cross the wake or swell Usually a slower speed and quartering the wake crossing at an angle will reduce the jolt Two other things you may notice The first is that crossing a group of wakes or swells is not as easy or smooth as crossing just one wake The second is that when you quarter the wake or swell the boat will try to steer away from the wake or swell ...

Page 83: ...and other components If you do decide to moor your boat be sure to remove it from the water peri odically to clean the hull and jet pump area The frequency of maintenance required will depend upon whether the water is salt or fresh and other local water conditions 1 After putting the boat on the trailer flush cooling system on each engine to prevent the cooling system from clogging up with salt sa...

Page 84: ...from the threads before installing the drain plug 6 Spray a rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant on metallic parts to mini mize corrosion 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 3...

Page 85: ...ailer hitch coupler Hitches are divided into class es that specify the gross trailer 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 bum per 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 tow ing vehicl...

Page 86: ... is a good idea to carry a set of spare wheel bearings seals and races When making a turn do not cut cor ners The trailer has a smaller turn ing circle so it turns more sharply around the corner than the towing vehicle Before backing your trailer into the water disconnect the light plug from the towing vehicle This will reduce the likelihood of the lights blowing out when submerged BACKING YOUR TR...

Page 87: ... submerged Set the parking brake 4 Remove the bow line from the bow eye 5 Back the trailer farther into the water until just the tops of the fenders show then reset the parking brake Board the boat and start it If pos sible remain on the trailer until the engines are warm and are respond ing to throttle 6 Back the boat out into the water watching carefully for people other boats or obstacles LOADI...

Page 88: ...rab handles Serious damage to the boat can occur Use only a sling designed specifically for lifting boats If you need to remove the boat from the water without a trailer use these guidelines Use a sling type lifting mechanism designed for lifting boats The sling should be covered with a protective material to prevent damage to the hull gelcoat Use spreader bars to avoid side stress to the hull tha...

Page 89: ... and Tool Kit 4 5 Periodic Inspection Chart 4 6 Spark Plug Cleaning and Adjustment 4 7 Grease Points 4 8 Fuel System Inspection 4 10 Fuel Tank 4 11 Engine Oil Filter 4 11 Air Filter 4 12 Steering Cable Inspection 4 13 Controls Throttle Shift 4 14 Reverse Gate Mechanism Inspection 4 14 Sacrificial Anodes 4 15 Fuse Replacement 4 16 Battery 4 16 SPECIFICATIONS 4 19 212SS 4 19 212X 4 20 ...

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Page 91: ...ur Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic if the fuel system is to be drained instead Cooling System FlushinG Flush Hose Connector Garden Hose Adapter Cooling system flushing is essential to prevent the cooling system from clog ging up with salt sand or dirt 1 Open the cap for the engine you are going to flush Press the flush kit garden hose adapter into the flush hose connector and turn until ...

Page 92: ...the flushing procedure for the other engine LubricatioN 1 Open the hood see page 2 18 2 Lift the locking tab on the air filter case Turn the air filter case cap counterclockwise and then remove the case cap 3 Remove the air filter element 4 Spray a rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Stor Rite Fogging Oil into the intake opening for 3 seconds WARNING Do not spray flam mable rust inhibitor on engine surf...

Page 93: ... and water one tbsp of baking soda to one cup of water apply dielectric grease or petroleum jelly to the battery terminals and to all exposed connectors 2 If the battery will be stored for a longer period check the specific gravity of the fluid at least once a month and recharge the battery if it gets too low For maintenance free MF type batter ies with sealed cells check the termi nal voltage mon...

Page 94: ...ne Protectant and Lubricant or an equivalent 5 Wax the hull with a non abrasive wax designed for marine gelcoat WARNING Slippery surfaces can cause falls and injury Be careful not to apply too much wax on deck and gunwale stepping sur faces This will make them slip pery 6 Wipe all vinyl and rubber compo nents such as the seats and engine compartment seals with a vinyl pro tectant such as Yamaha Pr...

Page 95: ...mechanical skills tools and other equipment necessary to perform main tenance not covered by this owner s operator s manual Owner s operator s manual and tool kit It is advisable to always carry the Owner s Operator s Manual and tool kit with you whenever you use the watercraft To protect these materials it would be a good idea to put them in a water proof bag If your Owner s Manual is damaged ord...

Page 96: ...er every use 4 1 Bilge strainer Cleaning Impeller Inspection Steering cable Inspection 4 13 Throttle cable Inspection Adjustment Reverse gate mechanism Inspection Sacrificial anode Checking Replace as needed after every use 4 15 Drain plugs Inspection Replacement Battery Inspection Inspect fluid level before every launch 4 16 Rubber coupling Bolts and nuts Retightening PERIODIC INSPECTION CHART Fr...

Page 97: ... filter element See page 4 11 for air filter element removal and instal lation procedures 2 Remove the spark plug cap NOTICE Do not use any tools to remove or install the spark plug cap otherwise the ignition coil coupler could be damaged The spark plug cap may be difficult to remove because the rubber seal on the end of the cap fits tightly To remove the spark plug cap simply twist it back and fo...

Page 98: ... alent Throttle Cable Grease the throttle cable inner wires at the carburetors Steering Cable Ball Joints and Inner Wire Grease the steering cable and shift cables ball joints at the steering noz zles Extend the steering cable and shift cable inner wires and apply a thin coat of grease to them Pivot Points Grease all pivot points of the steering and shift mechanism at the pump end ...

Page 99: ...fter first service Every 100 hours or 6 months you may do this yourself Fill the grease slowly and carefully because it can damage the hose and the joints Recommended water resistant grease Yamaha Marine Grease or Yamaha Grease A Grease capacity 33 0 35 0 cc 1 11 1 18 oz Grease capacity 6 0 8 0 cc 0 20 0 27 oz 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 4...

Page 100: ...joint leakage 3 Fuel hose cracks or other damage 4 Fuel filler clamps and hoses 5 Fuel tank cap seal for damage The United States Coast Guard re quires that all inboard boats like your boat have visual access to fuel filler clamps and hoses The boat has two access points for this purpose One access point is the floor Remove the floor section to see the fuel tank The other access point is inside th...

Page 101: ...h oil the air filter can become saturat ed with oil permanently damag ing the filter and reducing engine performance If oil is leaking or the oil pressure warning indicator comes on when the engine is running immedi ately turn the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the boat Continuing to operate under such conditions could cause severe engine damage It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer...

Page 102: ...To check the air filter 1 Open the hood see page 2 18 2 Remove the air filter case cover screws slide the locks to open and then remove the case cover 3 Remove the air filter element Check it for dirt and oil Replace the air filter every 2 years or every 200 hours of operation or if it becomes contami nated with dirt or oil ...

Page 103: ... check 1 Check for smooth operation of the wheel and steering nozzles 2 Check for proper steering adjust ment The nozzles should both point straight back when the steering wheel is centered If steering is stiff or misadjusted ask your Yamaha dealer to service it ...

Page 104: ...own over the nozzles to the stops If the controls do not operate smooth ly or correctly ask your authorized Yamaha Boat dealer for service REVERSE GATE MECHANISM INSPECTION 1 Remove the engine stop switch lan yard and ignition keys 2 Put the throttle levers in the idle position otherwise the shift lever will not move 3 Push the shift lever to Forward from the Neutral position while a second person...

Page 105: ...ce anodes when necessary can result in perma nent damage to the jet pump out lets and other metal components on the boat Never paint the anodes A coating of any kind will prevent the anode from functioning exposing other components to galvanic corro sion damage Replacement Procedure When the anode has eroded to approx imately one half its original size it should be replaced Ask your dealer for thi...

Page 106: ...er amper age that those recommended Substitution of a fuse of improper rating can cause extensive electrical system damage and possible fire BATTERy These general guidelines apply to many commonly used battery types but not for example to maintenance free bat teries Consult the battery manufac turer s instructions before performing battery maintenance Check the level of the battery fluid and see i...

Page 107: ...stilled water or pure de ionized water suitable to use in batteries NOTICE Normal tap water contains minerals which are harmful to a battery there fore refill only with distilled water Recharging When charging the battery keep it well away from sparks and open flames as it gives off explosive gases When using a battery charger connect the battery to the charger before you turn on the charger This ...

Page 108: ...ry Lead Black BATTERY REMOVAL Disconnect battery leads before removing the battery Disconnect the negative lead first BATTERY INSTALLATION Connect the red lead and accessory red lead to the positive terminal of the battery Connect the black lead and the black accessory lead to the negative terminal of the battery ...

Page 109: ...n ratio 11 9 1 Lubrication system Dry sump Cooling system Water cooled Starting system Electric starter Ignition system TCI Spark plug NGK CR9EB Spark plug gap mm in 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 Recommended battery Qty 1 Marine Grade Group 24 Dual Purpose 675 Marine Cranking Amp Battery capacity Voltage Amp Hours 12 100 Charging system Flywheel magneto DRIVE UNIT Propulsion system Jet pump Jet pump type...

Page 110: ...28 Compression ratio 11 9 1 Lubrication system Dry sump Cooling system Water cooled Starting system Electric starter Ignition system TCI Spark plug NGK CR9EB Spark plug gap mm in 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 Recommended battery Qty 1 Marine Grade Group 24 Dual Purpose 675 Marine Cranking Amp Battery capacity Voltage Amp Hours 12 100 Charging system Flywheel magneto DRIVE UNIT Propulsion system Jet pump ...

Page 111: ...Chapter 5 Trouble recovery TROUBLESHOOTING 5 1 Troubleshooting Chart 5 1 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 5 3 Towing the Boat 5 3 Running on One Engine 5 3 Jump Starting 5 4 Jet Pump Clean Out Procedure 5 5 ...

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Page 113: ...n Recharge 4 17 Poor terminal connections Tighten as required 4 17 Battery switch off Turn on switch 4 18 Jet pump cleanout hatch Not latched Latch securely 5 5 Starter component Faulty Have serviced at Yamaha dealer Shift lever Not in Neutral Shift to Neutral 2 7 Starter motor turns over engine does not start Engine shut off switch Clip on cord is not in place Install clip in engine shut off swit...

Page 114: ...plug cap Loose Fit properly 4 7 Loose electrical connections Tighten or connect properly 4 7 Cracked torn or damaged Replace Engine won t run over 3 000 rpm Engine overheat Jet intake clogged Clean 5 5 Cooling system clogged Clean 4 1 Boat speed too slow or loses power Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 5 5 Engine overheat Jet intake clogged Clean 5 5 Cooling system clogged Clean 4 1 Fuel Filter ...

Page 115: ...ver on the boat The operator of the towing boat must keep speed to a minimum and avoid traffic 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 Running on One Engine If one engine becomes inoperative the properly running engine can be used to return to shore Operate at a no wake speed...

Page 116: ...onnect the other end of the nega tive cable to an engine hanger on either side of the engine oil tank Be sure all connections are secure and correct before attempting to start the engine Any wrong connection may damage the electrical system 4 Start the engine then disconnect the cables by reversing the above steps Do not turn the starter motor for more than 5 seconds If the engine does not start i...

Page 117: ...e is any sign that the jet intake or impeller is clogged with weeds or debris follow this cleanout procedure 1 Turn off and remove ignition keys remove lanyard and wait for all movement to stop 2 Lift the hatch on the rear platform 3 Check that the retaining cord is securely attached to the cap and retaining strap Press the release button and lift the cap up out of the port Set the cap where it ca...

Page 118: ...cap could be forced out by water pressure during operation Be sure the caps are locked securely in place Otherwise the cap could be forced out of the access ports by water pressure causing loss of performance and possible damage The hatch cover has interlocks to shut off the engines should the hatch be accidentally opened during operation The engines will not restart unless the hatch is closed and...

Page 119: ...Chapter 6 CONSUMER INFORMATION INDEX LIMITED WARRANTY 6 1 CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY 6 4 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 6 8 BOATING TERMS 6 9 SAMPLE FLOAT PLAN 6 10 INDEX 6 11 ...

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Page 121: ...l to conform with applicable regulations for two 2 years from the date of purchase or 200 hours of operation whichever comes first except for certain major emission components if equipped which are covered for three 3 years from the date of purchase or 200 hours whichever comes first Some states have different emission control warranty provisions As these vary from state to state consult your Yama...

Page 122: ...EBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION USA AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU ALSO EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY ARE ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF USE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABO...

Page 123: ...orized Yamaha Boat dealer for the policy to remain effective CUSTOMER SERVICE If your boat requires warranty service you must take it to any authorized Yamaha Boat dealer within the United States Be sure to bring your warranty registration card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase If a question or problem arises regarding warranty first contact the owner of the dealership Since al...

Page 124: ...use whichever occurs first However war ranty coverage based on the hourly period is only permitted for outboard engines and personal watercraft equipped with appropriate hour meters If any emission related part on your engine is defective under warranty the part will be repaired or replaced by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES As the outboard personal watercraft or b...

Page 125: ...rial or workmanship is such that an emission related part does not function as designed The warranty begins on the date that the outboard personal watercraft or boat equipped with a personal watercraft engine is delivered to an ultimate purchaser or on the date it is first put in service WARRANTED PARTS INCLUDE the following as applicable 1 Fuel Metering System Carburetor and internal parts or fue...

Page 126: ...gine must be made available for inspection by an authorized Yamaha dealer OWNER S RESPONSIBILITY The owner of the outboard motor personal watercraft or boat equipped with a personal watercraft engine is responsible for the performance of required mainte nance see your Owner s Manual Receipts and maintenance records covering the performance of regular maintenance should be retained in the event que...

Page 127: ...ired maintenance which causes failure of a warranted part may constitute abuse and or improper service thereby invalidating warranty liability hereunder This warranty does not cover damage resulting from accidents acts of nature or other events or occurrences beyond the control of Yamaha Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A expressly disclaims responsibility for any and all consequential damages such as...

Page 128: ...terruption Protection TRIP is included at no extra cost TRIP gives you up to 150 reimburse ment 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 coverage goes into effect when you purchase Y E S so it applies to any warranty repairs as ...

Page 129: ...ator accidentally leaves the helm PFD 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 ...

Page 130: ...OPERATOR EMERGENCY PHONE ADDRESS PASSENGER 1 EMERGENCY PHONE ADDRESS FLOAT PLAN VESSEL INFORMATION BOAT MAKE Yamaha MOTOR TYPE Jet MODEL LENGTH REGISTRATION NO DECK COLOR HULL COLOR PASSENGER OPERATOR ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE PASSENGER 1 ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE PASSENGER 2 ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE PASSENGER 3 ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE PASSENGER 4 ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE DEPARTURE INFORMATION POINT OF ...

Page 131: ...ssion Control Warranty 6 4 Capacity limit 1 8 Carbon monoxide 1 12 3 15 Caution labels 1 4 1 7 Change of address warranty 6 3 Checks Access port caps 3 6 5 5 Battery condition 3 7 4 3 4 16 Bilge 3 8 Cooling water pilot outlets 3 10 Engine compartment 3 9 Fire extinguisher 3 6 Fuel leak 3 8 3 9 4 4 4 10 Fuel oil level 3 7 Jet intake 3 7 5 5 Pre operation checks 3 4 Post operation checks 3 27 Steeri...

Page 132: ...ine oil 3 1 3 2 4 19 4 20 Fuel conditioner and stabilizer 4 1 Fuel level gauge 2 10 Fuel requirements 3 1 4 19 4 20 Fuel system inspection 4 10 Fuel tank 4 11 Fuel tank capacity 3 2 4 19 4 20 Fuel tank filler cap 2 9 Fuse replacement 4 16 Fuses and circuit breakers 2 15 4 16 G Garden hose adapter 4 1 Gasoline 3 1 Gauges 2 9 Getting to know your boat 3 19 Grease 4 8 Grease nipples 4 9 Grease points...

Page 133: ...y 6 1 Periodic inspection chart 4 6 Personal Flotation Devices 1 9 1 11 1 14 3 19 Post operation checks 3 27 Pre operation checklist 3 4 Pre operation checks 3 5 Primary Identification number 1 1 Protective apparel 1 11 1 14 R Reading owner s manual 1 8 Recharging battery 4 17 Replenishing the battery fluid 4 17 Reverse gate 2 9 3 5 4 14 Reverse operation 1 13 2 9 Rough water operation 1 10 Rules ...

Page 134: ...4 Throttle levers 2 7 3 5 Thrust used for turning 1 12 3 20 Tilt adjustment steering 2 5 Tool kit 1 9 4 5 Tow rope length 1 14 5 3 Towing the boat 5 3 Trailering 2 17 3 29 Trolling speed 3 20 6 9 Troubleshooting 5 1 Turning 1 12 2 5 3 5 3 20 U V United States Coast Guard 1 19 Ventilating engine compartment 2 14 3 9 5 4 W X Wakeboard tower 2 21 Wakeboarding 1 14 2 20 3 18 Warning labels 1 4 1 5 1 6...

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