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Safety information
The safe use and operation of this boat is
dependent upon the use of proper operat-
ing techniques, as well as upon the com-
mon sense, good judgment, and expertise
of the operator. Every operator should
know the following requirements before
operating the boat.
Before operating the boat, read the own-
er’s/operator’s manual, the Operation In-
struction card, and all labels on the boat.
These materials should give you an under-
standing of the boat and its operation.
Never allow anyone to operate this boat
until they too have read this owner’s/oper-
ator’s manual, the Operation Instruction
card, and all labels.
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 training re-
quirements for your state. A boating safety
course is recommended and may be re-
quired in your state. You can find local rules
by contacting the United States Coast
Guard (USCG), the National Association of
State Boating Law Administrators, or your
local Power Squadron.
This boat is designed to carry the operator,
up to 11 passengers, and cargo. Never ex-
ceed the maximum load limit or allow more
than 12 persons (or 11 persons if a wake-
boarder or water-skier is being pulled) to
ride in the boat at any time. Weight distri-
bution affects performance. Keep weight in
the boat low and evenly distributed from
side-to-side and bow-to-stern. Remove
any unnecessary cargo and store it on
shore.
Maximum load:
Total weight of cargo, operator, and
passengers:
1066 kg (2350 lb)
Total weight of operator and passen-
gers:
998 kg (2200 lb)
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