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Page 1: ...W A R N I N G Read this manual carefully before operating this boat ar sx 240 242 limited s 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: ...ions could result in severe injury or death A NOTICE indicates special precau tions that must be taken to avoid damage to the boat or other property TIP A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer Thank you for choosing aYamaha Boat This Owner s Manual contains informa tion you will need for proper operation maintenance and care A thorough understanding of these simple inst...

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Page 5: ...1 Safety Information 2 Features Functions 3 Operation 4 Maintenance Care 5 Trouble Recovery 6 Consumer Information AR240 HO SX240 HO 242 Limited S 242 Limited ...

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

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Page 9: ...record and keep these 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 attached to the engine hatch HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER H I N The H I N is stamped into the hull on the starboard rear corner ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER PORT STARBOARD The Engine Serial Numbers are stamped on a label attached to the top of each engine b c a F2...

Page 10: ...nformation label Manufactured Date Label Manufactured date label a b EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY MFI THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U S EPA EXHAUST REGULATIONS FOR SI MARINE ENGINES REFER TO THE OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS FELS HC NOx CO g kW hr MANPOWER kW DISPLACEMENT liters TROLLING SPEED rpm SPARK PLUG SPARK PLUG GAP mm FUEL UNLEADED REGULAR GASOLINE V...

Page 11: ...Safety Information 1 1 3 IMPORTANT LABELS Read the following labels before operating this boat If you need any additional information contact a Yamaha dealer b ...

Page 12: ...Safety Information 1 1 4 WARNING LABELS If any of these labels is damaged or missing contact a Yamaha dealer for a replacement ...

Page 13: ...ge 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 F1C U416B 00 ...

Page 14: ...2A OTHER LABELS AR240 HO 242 LIMITED S 1980 VONORE TN TENNESEE WATERCRAFT INC 11 2200 THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH U S COAST GUARD SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION F2D ...

Page 15: ...einforce the information contained in these materials LIMITATIONS ON WHO MAY OPERATE THE BOAT Yamaha recommends a minimum operator age of 16 years old Adults must supervise use by minors Know the operator age and train ing requirements for your state A boating safety course is recom mended and may be required in your state You can find local rules by contacting the United States Coast Guard USCG t...

Page 16: ...be used to signal other boats See Rules 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 15 and 3 10 for more information ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS The following equipment can ...

Page 17: ... not a toy Sharp turns or jumping waves or wakes can increase the risk of back spinal injury paralysis 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 vis ibility is poor this may lead to an accident causing injury or death Be alert to the possibility of bad weather Take note of weather fore casts and the ...

Page 18: ... NEVER operate the boat after consuming 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 mo tion Always consult your doctor on whether it is safe for you to ride in this ...

Page 19: ...ropes or fishing lines Obey the Rules of the Road see page 1 14 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 con tain carbon monoxide a colorless odorless gas that may cause death within a short time Always operate the boat in an open area It is also important to have the engine...

Page 20: ...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 Personal Flotation Device straps can become entangled in moving parts resulting in severe injury or drowning Stop the engines and remove the clip f...

Page 21: ...rdy 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 Be sure the seat is locked in place pg 2 17 before getting underway When preparing to ...

Page 22: ...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 determine 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 you...

Page 23: ...avoid each other Meeting If you are meeting another power vessel 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 accident 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 24: ...our 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 Fis...

Page 25: ...eding White Light Green Light Old New 2 4 6 LIGHTED BUOY Starboard Hand Even number increasing toward head of navigation Leave to starboard right proceeding up stream White Light Green Light Old New A LIGHTED SAFE WATER BUOY No number Marks midchannel pass on either side Letter has no lateral significance used for identification and location purpose White Light Top Mark Green Light Old New RB L LI...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...for those states that recog nize 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 people and the lands waters and wildlife with respect and courtesy Whenever and wherever you are boating think of yourself as the guest of those around y...

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Page 29: ...s 2 6 Throttle Shift Levers 2 7 Fuel Tank Filler Cap 2 9 Gauges 2 9 Engine Overheat Warning System 2 13 Switches 2 14 Swivel Seat Operation 2 17 Passenger Seats 2 18 Stereo System 2 19 Engine Hood 2 19 Storage Compartments 2 20 Front Walk Through 2 21 Rear Walk Through 2 22 Swim Platform 2 22 Swim Platform Shower 2 22 Wakeboard Tower 2 23 Collapsing the Wakeboard Tower 2 24 ...

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Page 31: ...ort Starboard Features d Flush Attachments e Electrical Boxes f Dipstick g Mufflers h Water Lock i Spark Plugs Spark Plug Caps j Air Filter Cases k Hood Supports l Engine Compartment Vent Outlets m Engine Compartment Vent Inlets n Fuel Tank Compartment Drain Plug Jet Pumps Jet Thrust Nozzles Reverse Gate b ...

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Page 33: ...Panel o Pump Clean out Interlock Switches p Rear Boarding Step Accessory Pedestal Table Mounts Tilt Adjustable Steering Wheel Center Walk Through Folding Windshield Convertible Seat AR240 242 Limited S Enclosed Head Compartment Swim Platform Shower 242 Limited 242 Limited S Wakeboard Tower AR240 242 Limited S Docking Lights 242 Limited 242 Limited S Passenger Swivel Seat SX240 242 Limited Location...

Page 34: ...utes and Check engine compartment bilge for gasoline vapors before starting engines Do not start engines if there is a fuel leak or loose electrical connection WARNING 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 M T 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 M T 1 0 0 20 30 40 50 60 LOCATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS Control Features a Speedometer b Tachometer c Blower Switch d Ignition Switches e Receiver CD Player Receiver f Steering Wheel g Tilt Adjus...

Page 35: ...tion 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 sud denly change position during operation which may lead to an accident The tilt lever a is located under the steering wheel and is used to adjust the tilt of the steering wheel There are five positions To adjust the tilt pull the lever up an...

Page 36: ... be attached to the engine shut off switch for the engines to run The cord must be attached to a secureplaceontheOperator sPersonal Flotation device PFD Should the operator fall overboard 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 a Engine shut off switch b Engine shut off cord with clip MAIN SWITCHES...

Page 37: ... Do not shift into Reverse while traveling at planing speeds Loss of control boat swamping or damage to the boat could occur a Throttle Shift Lever port left side engine b Throttle Shift Lever starboard right side engine c Neutral d Forward e Reverse A separate lever for each engine controls both throttle and shifting In normal operation the levers are moved together Moving the levers forward from...

Page 38: ...utral The jet pump gates are dropped down part way over the jet nozzles Some jet thrust is to the rear and some jet thrust is redirected forward This balance of thrust acts like neutral to keep the boat from moving WARNING Leave the throttles in the idle position when Neutral is selected The boat will start moving as if it was in For ward or Reverse if engine speed is increased above idle in Neutr...

Page 39: ...ons on the face of the lens The left b button is the M Mode button and the right button c is the T Toggle button Warning System Warnings will display automatically in the LCD of the master gauge Warnings may or may not be accompanied by an audible alarm Sleep Mode Refers to the state when both engines are off and the gauges are shut down Engine On Mode Refers to the state when the selected engine ...

Page 40: ... the other line on the display press the M and T buttons simultaneously when either line is highlighted Scroll with the M or T button separately Displayable Data Include GPS Speed Engine RPM Fuel Level Gallons Per Hour GPH Gallons Used Voltage Engine Hours Wa ter Temp Water Depth Trip Odom eter Latitude Longitude Heading if selected Compass if selected Elevation Highest Speed MPG Cruise Assist Aux...

Page 41: ... point Press the M and T buttons simul taneously to save and exit 6 Instrument Diagnostic Dealer ship use only 7 Set Clock Set the clock After entering the Set Clock sub menu pressing the M or T button will allow you to set the hour Use the up and down arrow to set the correct hour Press the M and T buttons simultaneously to save and move to minutes Use the up and down arrow to set the correct min...

Page 42: ...disappear and be replaced by an AL flashing in reverse video in a corner of the display Warning Definition Table WARNING LCD DISPLAY AUDIBLE Engine Overheating Engine Over Temperature Y Engine Oil Pressure Low Low Oil Press Y Check Engine Check Engine Y Low Battery Voltage Low Voltage Y High Battery Voltage High Voltage Y Low Aux Battery Voltage Low Aux Battery Y High Aux Battery Voltage High Aux ...

Page 43: ...rculating in the engine TIP If water cooling passages on the engines are dry it will take about 20 seconds for water to reach the pilot outlets after starting If water is not circulating something may be clogging the jet intake grate Refer to the Jet Pump Clean Out procedures on page 5 5 for further information If the cause of overheating cannot be found and corrected take special precautions to a...

Page 44: ...urn to shore and have a Yamaha dealer check the engine Low High Battery Voltage Warning If either the High or Low battery warnings appear check the battery connection If the battery connections are clean and tight and the warning indication continues have yourYamaha dealer check the charging system SWITCHES a Blower b Bilge Pump c Horn d Light e Tower Limited S and Courtesy Lights f Shower Limited...

Page 45: ...ut the switch in the middle position to turn off all lights see page 3 10 Docking Lights 242 Limited S Model This switch turns on the docking lights located on both sides of the bow NOTICE Docking lights are not for use as running lights 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 14 TIP The helm switches w...

Page 46: ...sist feature is for steady engine speed operation when the boat is traveling above no wake speeds Cruise Assist Mode is available for use whenever the engines are running above 3000 and below 7000 rpm To Set Cruise Assist Mode Equalize the throttles before pressing the Plus or Minus side of the switch to set the initial speed The indica tion Cruise will appear in the LCD screen Once set a total of...

Page 47: ...at forward or back pull up on the lever a located under the front of the seat Move the seat to the desired position then release the lever To rotate the seat first move the seat to its fully forward position Then pull up on the lever b located under the side of the seat Release the lever once you begin to pivot The seat will pivot freely up to 180 and will automatically lock into the fully front f...

Page 48: ...illustration directly above a Strap b Latch To position the seat as a bench seat lift the latch on the underside of the seat Hold the seat by the straps provided and pull the front of the seat forward until it rests on the console lip Some models are equipped with a sec ond swivel seat The controls are simi lar to the driver s swivel seat except it does not adjust forward and back Two bow filler c...

Page 49: ...a registered trademark of Apple Inc ENGINE HOOD There is a hood latch located under the front of the rear seat To open the engine hood lift the latch hook upward and lift the hood The hood is supported by gas filled struts Hood Latch and Struts AR240 AND SX240 PW BD LD MD 2INT 4RDM 3RPT 1 II 5 6 IEQ T T V V MARINE SEARCH BAND SUBW 2 ZONE XBAS AS PS SAT INFO OPEN TOP MENU MODE MULTI ENVIRONMENT PLA...

Page 50: ...age Under Front Seats Pull up the seat cushions to access the storage compartments The starboard side compartment is designed to be used as an ice chest Ski Locker Driver s Side Console Under Rear Side Seats Pull up the seat cushions to access the storage compartments Starboard Side Rear Compartment and Cooler ...

Page 51: ...n this compartment Signs of carbon monoxide poisoning include nausea headache dizziness drowsi ness and lack of consciousness Get fresh air if anyone shows signs of carbon monoxide poisoning There is a light in the compartment Press the light to turn it on Press the light again to turn it off NOTICE Be sure the light is turned off when no one is in the compartment Leaving the light on can drain th...

Page 52: ...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 wa ter 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 its storage position SWIM PLATFORM SHOWER 242 Limited and 242 Limited S...

Page 53: ...e tank WAKEBOARD TOWER AR240 and 242 Limited S Models The Wakeboard Tower is provided as an elevated tow point suitable for wake boards and similar towable recreational equipment The center pylon can be used to attach a standard ski rope or other tow rope Severe injury or death can result if you ignore any of the following Maximum towing capacity 1 Person 350 lb 158 kg max Make sure tow rope is se...

Page 54: ...er accessories from the wakeboard racks Fold and secure the Bimini top if up 2 Have the two short tower storage supports ready While an assistant holds the upper tower section in the middle remove the inboard side knobs from the bottom end of the tower supports on each side 1 Rear Tower Support 2 Inboard Knob 3 Outer Knob 4 Upper Knob 3 Remove the knobs from the upper end of the tower supports and...

Page 55: ...orts Remove the storage supports 3 Have the assistant raise the upper tower section to the raised posi tion Rotate the tower supports for ward install them first if they were removed until the upper mounting hole on each side lines up with the hole in the tower 4 Install the upper knobs on both sides but leave them slightly loose 5 Install the inboard side knobs to the bottom supports but leave th...

Page 56: ...he Bimini top if up 1 Front knob 2 Rear knob 3 Bimini top fold and secure 2 Have the tower storage support bars and four securing knobs ready Have an assistant standing in the front walk through area with the windshield secured in the open po sition 3 Loosen do not remove the knobs on the front tower support arm on each side 4 Remove the knob from the rear tow er mounting arm on one side Hold the ...

Page 57: ... tower in the middle 2 Loosen do not remove the front tower mounting arm knobs Remove the top inboard side knobs from both sides of the storage support bars While the assistant supports the weight of the tower pull out the two outside screw knobs that hold the storage support bars and tower mounting arms on both sides 3 Remove the screws from the lower rear mounting bracket on each side and remove...

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Page 59: ...AT 3 19 Getting to Know 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 Stopping 3 22 Docking 3 23 Leaving a Dock 3 23 Beaching 3 24 Anchoring 3 24 Crossing Wakes and Swells 3 25 POST OPERATION CHECKS 3 26 TRAILERING 3 28 Hitch 3 28 Trailering Checklist 3 29 Backing Your Tra...

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Page 61: ...ity of sparks open flames or other sources of ignition 2 Refuel the boat in a well ventilated area If the boat is in the water be sure it is securely moored to the fueling dock All passengers must be out of the boat during refueling 3 Open 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 o...

Page 62: ...rea and fuel system components Follow product labeling for use instructions ENGINE OIL ENGINE OIL LEVEL Check the engine oil level before each use Engine oil is extremely hot immedi ately after the engine is turned off Coming in contact with or getting any engine oil on your clothes could result in burns Make sure debris and water do not enter the oil filler hole Debris and water in the engine oil...

Page 63: ...l marks on the dip stick is equal to approximately 1 quart of engine oil 6 Repeat steps 3 6 until the engine oil is at the proper level 7 Install the engine oil filler cap PRE OPERATION CHECKS CHECK LIST Before operating this boat perform the checks in the following check list Always follow the inspection and main tenance procedures and schedules described in this owner s operator s manual Failure...

Page 64: ...ghtened 3 8 ENGINE COMPARTMENT Operate the blower for at least 4 minutes Open engine hood and check to be sure no gasoline vapors are present 3 9 ENGINE HOOD Check that hood latch is secure 2 19 LIGHTS AND HORN Check lights to be sure they operate Press horn button to be sure it operates 3 10 BIMINI TOP Check that the top is secure 3 11 3 14 COLLAPSED TOWER FASTENERS Check that the tower fasteners...

Page 65: ...eturn to Neutral without hesitation Before launching make sure both jet pump gates drop down over the jet nozzles to their stopper positions when the control levers are moved to the Reverse position Also be sure both jet pump gates return to the full up stop per position when the levers are moved to the Forward position HORN NAV ANCH SHOWER TOWER LTS CTLT TOWER DOCKING LTD SEARCH BAND SUBW 2 ZONE ...

Page 66: ... the port side There is a location label outside the compartment This fire extinguisher located near the engine compartment should be a clean agent type designed to displace oxy gen such as CO2 or other inert gasses or FE 36 and have a capacity of five pounds or more A chemical type fire extinguisher may not help when sprayed into the engine compartment through the Fire Port because that type need...

Page 67: ...weeds debris or anything else that might restrict the intake of water If the intakes are clogged cavitation could occur reducing jet thrust and possibly damaging jet pump parts In some cases the engine may overheat because of a lack of cooling water and damage could result Engine cooling water is fed to the engine by the jet pumps see page 3 11 Refer to Jet Pump Clean Out proce dures on page 5 5 b...

Page 68: ...stem Self Bailing Deck Most water which enters the deck area bails automatically out the stern through the large drain hole in the deck A one way check valve in the drain prevents water from traveling back to the deck during mooring or while moving in reverse Bilge Pump Your boat is equipped with a drainage system that channels water that enters the boat from the storage compart ments to the bilge...

Page 69: ...explode Before starting the engines operate the blower for at least 4 minutes and check the engine compartment bilge for gasoline vapors Do not start the engines if you can smell fuel vapors in the engine compartment or if there are any loose electrical connections Contact your dealer if there is a problem you cannot locate or correct Operate the bilge blower switch a for at least 4 minutes before...

Page 70: ... horn operates Engine Shut Off Switch a Engine shut off switch b Clip with cord First place the boat in the water to provide adequate engine cooling Start the engine and then remove the engine shut off switch clip and verify that the engine stops Refer to pages 3 16 to 3 18 START ING THE ENGINES for information on proper operation of the starter switch a b HORN NAV ANCH SHOWER TOWER LTS CTLT TOWER...

Page 71: ...r is not flowing out of the pilot hole during operation do not continue to run the engines Overheating and serious damage could occur See Engine Overheat Warning System page 2 13 for more information Bimini Top SX240 and 242 Limited Raising from the fully collapsed stor age position 1 Raise the top and secure the rear support poles to the rear support pole mounts with the lock pins 2 Unzip and rem...

Page 72: ...brackets 3 Lower 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 Remo...

Page 73: ...laps at the front of the canvas around the top tubes of the tower 1 Tower Tube 2 Zipper Flaps 3 Pull the top forward Unclip the plastic clips and pull the forward supports toward the bow Extend the supports to the long position 3 Plastic Clip 4 Forward Support 4 Attach the forward support poles to the mount brackets with the spring loaded pins 5 Forward Support Pole 6 Spring Loaded Pin 3 4 5 6 1 2...

Page 74: ...with the Bimini Top The top must be in the lowered position covered and strapped to the tower or removed from the tower entirely before attempting to trailer the boat Removing the Bimini Top 1 Follow the steps for storing 2 Remove the lock pins holding the Bimini top to the mounting brackets 3 The top can now be removed from your boat When reinstalling the Bimini top simply reverse the removal ste...

Page 75: ... pressing in the snap buttons 2 Remove the spring loaded pins Push the forward support poles back and clip the plastic supports into place on the other support poles 3 Unzip the flaps holding the top to the rearmost tower tube 4 Roll the fabric around the frame Put on the storage cover and zip it into place 5 Secure the top to the tower using the straps provided Trailering with the Bimini Top The ...

Page 76: ...l flotation device before operating Failure to attach cord could result in a run away 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 Pebbles or sand c...

Page 77: ...tion 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 15 seconds before trying to start the engine again Never turn the ignition key to Start while the engine is run ning The starter mechanism could be damaged If the starter motor is engaged continuously for more than 5 seconds the battery will be come quick...

Page 78: ...acle Remove the ignition keys and the engine stop switch lanyard if the boat will be left unattended Stopping the engines immediately after operating at high rpm is not recom mended Let the engines cool off at idle or low speed for a few minutes first BREAK IN PROCEDURE The engine break in period is essential to allow the various components of the engine to wear and polish themselves to the correc...

Page 79: ...w 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 lanyard to your personal flotation device before operating You and all other passengers must always wear a U S Coa...

Page 80: ...ermines 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 ability...

Page 81: ...iness and drowsiness HORN NAV ANCH SHOWER TOWER LTS CTLT TOWER DOCKING LTD SEARCH BAND SUBW 2 ZONE XBAS AS PS SAT INFO OPEN TOP MENU MODE MULTI ENVIRONMENT PLAYER AUDIO ENTER 6 5 4 3 2 1 RPT SHU AQUATIC AV 2 ZONE AQ IP 3B iPod READY XM For Operating Instructions Consult Owner s Manual M P3 Auxilliar y I n p u t CPS PRODUCTS NOWAKE MODE CRUISE ASSIST Gasoline vapors can explode Operate blower for a...

Page 82: ...everse function to slow down or stop the boat from planing speed as it could cause you to lose control be ejected or impact the steering wheel or other parts of the boat This could increase the risk of serious injury The boat is not equipped with a separate braking system It is stopped by water resistance after the throttle levers are moved back to idle From full speed the boat stops in approxi ma...

Page 83: ...allow angle and allow the boat to move toward the dock No Wind or Current Approach the dock at a shallow angle Secure the bow to the dock then use engine thrust or a boat hook to gently move the stern to the dock LEAVING A DOCK Because boats steer from the stern the stern first moves in the direction op posite your desired turn It is especially important to understand this character istic when lea...

Page 84: ...t and water conditions A danforth or fluke type anchor is suitable for most applications your dealer can help you choose an anchor 1 Make sure the anchor line is securely tied to the anchor and to the bow eye 2 Move the boat to the spot where you want to lower the anchor head ing the boat into the wind or cur rent Stop the boat then lower the anchor until it hits bottom 3 While keeping tension on ...

Page 85: ...r 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 86: ...ocal water conditions 1 After putting the boat on the trailer flush cooling system on each en gine to prevent the cooling system from clogging up with salt sand or dirt Refer to page 4 1 for the cool ing system flushing procedure 2 Drain residual water from the exhaust system by starting the en gine then alternately pushing the control lever up to half throttle and back to idle for 10 to 15 second...

Page 87: ...e the engine compartment and bilge with dry rags Check the condition of the hull drain plug O ring and replace if necessary Reinstall drain plug A damaged O ring can allow water to enter the engine compartment Tighten the hull drain plug a securely before launching the boat Clean any foreign material such as dirt or sand from the threads before installing the drain plug 6 Spray a rust inhibitor su...

Page 88: ...s not exceed the GVWR HITCH The trailer hitch ball must match the size of the socket on the trailer hitch coupler Hitches are divided into classes 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 bumper hitches are not recommended Be sure the trailer hitch s release handle is la...

Page 89: ... see page 5 5 for more information and that the plat form hatch is closed securely During transportation use a boat cover to prevent any items from blowing out of the boat or make sure to store any items inside the storage compartment and secure ly close the storage compartment door Carry a spare tire for the trailer along with sufficient tools to change the tire While traveling check the wheel hu...

Page 90: ...problems While every boater develops a preferred launch procedure here is a recommended general procedure 1 Perform the Pre Operation Checks shown on page 3 4 that can be per formed on land including operating the blower for at least 4 minutes 2 Remove all trailering tie down lines from the boat and attach your dock ing lines and fenders if used 3 Disconnect the trailer lights from the towing vehi...

Page 91: ...he boat to jump over the front of the trailer which can result in injury to the boat operator and bystanders 4 Make sure the boat is centered on the support rails and is headed straight for the bow stop bumper board Ease the boat forward until the bow rests against the bow stop NOTICE The winch line is not designed to pull the boat onto the trailer 5 Attach and tighten the winch line NOTICE The wi...

Page 92: ... to prevent damage to the hull gelcoat Use spreader bars to avoid side stress to the hull that may cause cracks in the gelcoat and fiber glass Attach guidelines to the bow eye and stern tie down cleats to control movement of the boat during lift ing Remove all people and all cargo from the boat Drain any excess water from the bilge using the bilge pump Be sure all people are standing clear then li...

Page 93: ...ADJUSTMENTS 4 6 Owner s Operator s Manual and Tool Kit 4 6 Periodic Inspection Chart 4 7 Grease Points 4 8 Fuel System Inspection 4 10 Fuel Tank 4 11 Engine Oil Filter 4 11 Air Filter 4 11 Steering Cable Inspection 4 12 Controls Throttle Shift 4 12 Reverse Gate Mechanism Inspection 4 13 Sacrificial Anodes 4 13 Fuse Replacement 4 14 Batteries 4 15 SPECIFICATIONS 4 17 ...

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Page 95: ...em TIP Use of Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and Stabilizer eliminates the need to drain the fuel system Consult your Yamaha dealer or other qualified me chanic if the fuel system is to be drained instead COOLING SYSTEM FLUSHING a Flush Hose Connector b Garden Hose Adapter c Cap Cooling system flushing is essential to prevent the cooling system from clog ging up with salt sand or dirt 1 Open the cap for ...

Page 96: ...t your Yamaha dealer for Winter ization Service BATTERY SWITCHES 242 Limited and 242 Limited S Models This boat uses two marine batteries One battery is designated as the Start battery and the other as the House battery The Start battery is connected to the starter circuits on both engines to provide current for the starter mo tors The House battery provides power for the various accessory circuit...

Page 97: ... batteries will be stored for a longer period check the specific gravity of the fluid at least once a month and recharge each battery if it gets too low For maintenance free MF type bat teries with sealed cells check the terminal voltage monthly When the terminal voltage drops to 12 5 VDC or lower recharge the battery with an appropriate charger as recommended by the battery manufacturer CLEANING ...

Page 98: ... gunwale step ping surfaces This will make them slippery 6 Wipe all vinyl and rubber com ponents such as the seats and engine compartment seals with Yamaclean Vinyl Dressing or other quality vinyl protectant NOTICE Some well known protectant products on the market can actually damage vinyl over time Consult your Yamaha dealer if you want to use a product other thanYamaclean Vinyl Protectant 7 Vacu...

Page 99: ...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 May cause permanent staining 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 perox i...

Page 100: ...e 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 waterproof bag If your Owner s Manual is damaged or...

Page 101: ...every use 4 1 Bilge strainer Cleaning Impeller Inspection Steering cable Inspection 4 12 Throttle cable Inspection Adjustment Reverse gate mechanism Inspection 4 13 Sacrificial anode Checking Replace as needed after every use 4 13 Drain plugs Inspection Replacement Batteries Inspection Inspect fluid level before every launch 4 15 Rubber coupling Bolts and nuts Retightening 1 Grease capacity 33 0 3...

Page 102: ...Throttle Cable Grease the throttle cable inner wires at the pulley wheel of the APS 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 103: ...r Fill the bearing housing with water resistant grease through the grease nipple After 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 NOTICE...

Page 104: ...ny problem is found consult a Yamaha dealer Checking Points 1 Fuel tank leakage 2 Fuel hose joint leakage 3 Fuel hose cracks or other damage 4 Fuel filler clamps and hoses 5 Fuel tank cap seal for damage 6 Emission related components such as Carbon canister and tank vent valves The United States Coast Guard re quires that all inboard boats like your boat have visual access to fuel filler clamps an...

Page 105: ...rn the engine off and have aYamaha dealer check the boat Continuing to operate under such conditions could cause severe engine damage It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer change the engine oil and oil filter However if you choose to change the oil filter on your own and you have the special equipment necessary to do so refer to the service manual for this boat Dispose of used oil according to...

Page 106: ...emove the engine stop switch cord lanyard and ignition keys 2 Push and pull the control levers through their full range from Neutral to wide open throttle For ward and from Neutral to Reverse Operation should be smooth 3 While a second person watches from the stern move the control levers to the Forward position Check that the shift gates lift completely to the stops 4 While the second person watc...

Page 107: ...edYamaha Boat dealer for service SACRIFICIAL ANODES An aluminum alloy anode is mounted on each jet pump outlet on your boat Galvanic corrosion can damage metal surfaces below the waterline on any boat particularly in saltwater These sacrificial anodes are designed to erode in these conditions first before metal components of your jet pump outlets are seriously damaged a Anode Inspect the anodes ea...

Page 108: ...amaha dealer 3 Install the new anode Tighten the mounting bolts to specification FUSE REPLACEMENT Do not use fuses of higher am perage that those recommended Substitution of a fuse of improper rating can cause extensive electrical system damage and possible fire The fuse is in the ignition coil holder To replace the fuse unscrew the cap and pull the two red leads out with the fuse holder Open the ...

Page 109: ... to place the battery on its side Remove the battery from the boat before adding distilled water or recharging Replenishing the Battery Fluid A poorly maintained battery will dete riorate 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 N...

Page 110: ...tructed a Positive Battery cable Red b Negative Battery cable Black c Accessory Lead Red Black d Accessory 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 termi...

Page 111: ...ompression ratio 11 1 Lubrication system Wet sump Cooling system Water cooled Starting system Electric starter Ignition system TCI Spark plug LFR6A Spark plug gap mm in 0 8 0 9mm 0 031 0 035 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 ty...

Page 112: ...mpression ratio 11 1 Lubrication system Wet sump Cooling system Water cooled Starting system Electric starter Ignition system TCI Spark plug LFR6A Spark plug gap mm in 0 8 0 9mm 0 031 0 035 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 typ...

Page 113: ... Compression ratio 11 1 Lubrication system Wet sump Cooling system Water cooled Starting system Electric starter Ignition system TCI Spark plug LFR6A Spark plug gap mm in 0 8 0 9mm 0 031 0 035 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 ...

Page 114: ...mpression ratio 11 1 Lubrication system Wet sump Cooling system Water cooled Starting system Electric starter Ignition system TCI Spark plug LFR6A Spark plug gap mm in 0 8 0 9mm 0 031 0 035 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 typ...

Page 115: ...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 117: ...required 4 3 Battery Battery switch off Turn on switch 4 3 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 8 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 switch 2 6 Fuel Empty Refill as soon as possible 3 ...

Page 118: ...er Loose electrical connections Have serviced at Yamaha dealer Cracked torn or damaged Have serviced at Yamaha dealer 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 Clogged Have serviced at Yamaha dealer Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced at Yamaha dealer Incorrect heat r...

Page 119: ...g boat and the boat Tow the boat using the bow eye only Tow the boat at a no wake speed NOTICE Do not tow the boat at speed fast enough to leave a wake Severe engine damage could result because water can flood the non operating engines through the cool ing water intake RUNNING ON ONE ENGINE If one engine becomes inoperative the properly running engine can be used to return to shore Operate at a no...

Page 120: ...ve terminal of the booster battery with the positive jumper cable 2 Connect one end of the negative jumper cable to the negative terminal of the booster battery 3 Connect 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 sy...

Page 121: ...e If this condition is allowed to continue pump damage can occur and the engines may overheat and seize If there 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 t...

Page 122: ...tion in the access port wall 6 Press the T handle down firmly to lock the cap in place Pull up force fully on the handle to be sure it is locked If a strong pull will move the handle it is not locked securely the cap could be forced out by water pressure during operation Be sure the caps are locked se curely in place Otherwise the cap could be forced out of the access ports by water pressure causi...

Page 123: ...Chapter 6 CONSUMER INFORMATION INDEX LIMITED WARRANTY 6 1 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 6 4 BOATING TERMS 6 5 SAMPLE FLOAT PLAN 6 6 INDEX 6 7 ...

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Page 125: ...ealer will free of charge repair or replace at Yamaha s option any parts ad judged 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 responsible for ensuring that the boat is properly operated maintaine...

Page 126: ...or 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 PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES DO NOT A...

Page 127: ... 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 all warranty matters are ha...

Page 128: ...rruption Protection TRIP is included at no extra cost TRIP gives you up to 250 reimbursement 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 wel...

Page 129: ...r 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 a m...

Page 130: ...R 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 DEPARTURE DATE TIME TOW VEHICLE LICENSE TRAILER LICENSE MAKE MODEL DESTINATION INFORMATION DESTINATION LORAN OR GPS COORDINATES INTENDED ACTIVITY EXPECTED RETURN DATE TIME LOCAL U S COAST GUARD PHONE...

Page 131: ... Fuel leak 3 9 4 4 4 10 Fuel oil level 3 7 Jet intake 3 7 5 5 Pre operation checks 3 3 Post operation checks 3 26 Steering 2 5 3 5 4 12 Throttle 3 5 4 12 Checklists 1 8 3 4 4 7 5 1 Circuit breakers and fuses 2 17 4 15 Cleaning 4 3 Cleaning jet pump intake and impeller 5 5 Cleats 2 2 Collapsing the Wakeboard Tower 2 24 Connecting battery terminals 4 16 Connecting jumper cables 5 4 Control levers 2 ...

Page 132: ...fication number records 1 1 Ignition switches 2 6 3 17 Important labels 1 3 Intake grates 1 12 3 7 5 5 J Jet intakes 1 13 3 7 5 5 Jet nozzles 1 11 1 12 3 5 3 9 4 13 Jet propulsion 1 11 3 20 Jet pump clean out procedures 5 5 Jet pump cover 5 5 Jumps 1 9 L Ladder 2 4 3 21 Lanyard engine shut off cord 1 11 2 6 3 10 3 16 5 1 Launching 3 30 Lights 1 8 1 12 2 2 2 15 3 10 Limit on running engine out of w...

Page 133: ...eter 2 9 Starting the engines 3 16 Steering 2 5 3 5 3 20 Steering and sailing rules and sound signals 1 14 Steering cable ball joints and inner wire 4 8 Steering inspection 3 5 4 12 Steering pivot points greasing 4 8 Steering wheel tilt adjustment 2 5 Stern light 1 14 2 2 2 14 3 10 Stereo system 2 19 Stopping 3 22 Stopping the engines 3 18 Storage 4 1 Storage compartments 2 20 Swim platform shower...

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