Yamaha 255XE 2021 Owner'S/Operator'S Manual Download

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2021 Yamaha Boat

255XE / 255XD

OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL

F5K-F8199-10

LIT-18626-13-04

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Page 1: ...2021 Yamaha Boat 255XE 255XD OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL F5K F8199 10 LIT 18626 13 04 Read this manual carefully before operating this boat U S A Edition Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 2: ...eproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust service your vessel in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing this vessel For more information go to www P65warnings ca gov marine Read this manual carefully before operating this boat This manual should stay with the boat if it is sold SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 1 Tuesday September 8 2020 11...

Page 3: ...edures easier or clearer Engine data recording This model s ECM stores certain engine data to assist in the diagnosis of malfunctions and for research statistical analysis and develop ment purposes Although the sensors and recorded data will vary by model the main data points are Engine status and engine performance data This data will be uploaded only when a spe cial Yamaha diagnostic tool is att...

Page 4: ...part of this boat and should remain with it even if the boat is subsequently sold 255XE 255XD OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL 2021 by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st Edition August 2020 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in U S A P N LIT 18626 13 04 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 2 Tuesday...

Page 5: ...ions 32 Engine shut off switch 32 Batteries and battery switches 32 Main switch 33 START STOP buttons 33 Remote control levers 34 Throttle shift paddles 255XD 36 Steering 37 Tilt lever 38 Instrument operation 39 Helm control 39 Switch panel 39 Multi function display unit operation 40 Touching the multi function display 40 Using the joystick 40 Operation buttons 41 Controller 41 Operating the boat ...

Page 6: ... 82 Remote control keypad 83 Side table 83 USB chargers 84 Ballast 84 Wakeboard tower 85 Collapsing and setting up the wakeboard tower 85 Bimini top 86 Removing the bimini top 86 Installing the bimini top 87 Operation and handling requirements 88 Fuel requirement 88 Fuel 88 Engine oil requirement 89 Engine oil 89 Draining the bilge water 91 Draining the bilge water on land 91 Draining the bilge wa...

Page 7: ...t operation care 122 Flushing the cooling system 122 Cleaning the boat 123 Basic stain guide 125 Battery care 126 Long term storage 127 Fuel system 127 Lubrication 127 Grease points 127 Maintenance 129 Maintenance 129 Owner s operator s manual 129 Removing and installing the engine covers 129 Periodic maintenance chart 131 Specifications 134 Specifications 134 Trouble recovery 136 Troubleshooting ...

Page 8: ... page 70 for engine hood opening and closing procedures 1 Primary Identification PRI ID number Hull Identification Number HIN The HIN is stamped into the right rear corner of the hull 1 Hull Identification Number HIN Engine serial numbers The engine serial numbers are stamped on a label attached to each engine unit See page 70 for engine hood opening and closing pro cedures 1 Engine serial number ...

Page 9: ... engine hood opening and closing procedures and page 129 for engine cover removal and installation procedures 1 Emission control information label YAMAHA YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD MADE IN JAPAN PAYS D ORIGINE JAPON YAMAHA YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD MADE IN JAPAN PAYS D ORIGINE JAPON 1 EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY MAX POWER kW DISPLACEMENT liters EPA FEL HC NOx CO g kW h THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U ...

Page 10: ...date label 1 YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD EPA CERTIFIED EVAP COMPONENTS MAX POWER kW ENGINE FAMILY EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION EPA FEL HC NOx CO g kW h DISPLACEMENT liters THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U S EPA EXHAUST REGULATIONS FOR SI MARINE ENGINES REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS MEETS U S EPA EVAP STANDARDS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS 1 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Pag...

Page 11: ...he following labels before operating this boat If you need any additional information contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer 20 13 19 12 11 15 19 14 11 11 11 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 4 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 12: ...General and important labels 5 5 4 6 17 16 1 2 3 10 7 7 8 9 7 18 7 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 5 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 13: ...els 6 Warning labels If any of these labels is damaged or missing contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer for a replacement 1 2 3 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 6 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 14: ...mited Operation from a standing position may be necessary Avoid serious injury or death from collisions Maintain a lookout as required by USCG Navigation Rules Read owners manual 4 5 6 7 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 7 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 15: ...General and important labels 8 10 11 12 9 8 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 8 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 16: ...ht shown on the Maximum Capacities Label Drain ballast completely before trailering the boat to reduce the risk of a towing accident The Increased weight of ballast can cause unsafe towing conditions due to negative tongue weight including decreased tow vehicle stability and greater chance of a runaway trailer that has come off the hitch 15 16 13 14 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 9 Tuesday September 8...

Page 17: ... MANUFACTURER RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCTION CONTROL NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION MANUFACTURER YAMAHA JET BOAT MANUFACTURING U S A INC MODEL VONORE TN PERSONS OR LBS 12 2200 R YAMAHA 60E 83627 00 All applicable electrical system components installed as original equipment meet appropriate U S C G requirements for ignition protection Ref 33 CFR 183 410 and 183 440 17 18 19 20 SportsBoat_F5K...

Page 18: ... 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 maxim...

Page 19: ...ion This is a high performance boat not a toy Sharp turns or jumping wakes or waves can increase the risk of back spinal injury paralysis facial injuries and broken legs ankles and other bones Do not jump wakes or waves Do not operate the boat in rough water bad weather or when visibility is poor this may lead to an accident causing injury or death Be alert to the possibility of adverse weather Ta...

Page 20: ...ach the engine shut off cord lanyard to the PFD and keep it free from the steering wheel or other controls so that the engines stop if the operator accidentally leaves the helm Failure to attach the engine shut off cord lanyard could result in a runaway boat if the operator is ejected After operation remove the engine shut off cord lanyard and the main switch keys to avoid accidental starting or u...

Page 21: ...s of the road for more information Navigation lights Your boat is equipped with navigation lights for use between sunset and sunrise and during periods of reduced visibility such as fog Be sure these lights are work ing and are turned on when necessary See pages 57 and 80 for more informa tion Additional equipment recommendations The following equipment can help make your boating experience safer ...

Page 22: ...input until you apply throttle again or you reach a trolling speed Practice turning in an open area without obstructions until you have a good feel for the maneuver This Yamaha boat is water jet propelled The pumps are directly connected to the engines This means that the jet thrust will produce some movement whenever the engines are running The boat has a neu tral position but since the boat is a...

Page 23: ...ing parts of the jet pumps 1 Intake grate 2 Jet thrust nozzle Stop the engines and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch before removing any debris or weeds which may have col lected around the jet intakes See page 139 for more information Night operation When using your boat before dawn or after dusk you must have both bow and anchor lights operating When at anchor in the dark the ancho...

Page 24: ... be on board as a spotter to watch the wakeboarder or wa ter skier in most states it is required by law Let the person being pulled direct the operator s control of speed and direction with hand signals Be sure the seat is locked in place see page 66 before get ting underway When preparing to pull a wakeboarder or water skier operate the boat at the slowest possible speed until the boat is well aw...

Page 25: ... 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 maintain your direction and speed the other vessel will be able to determine how best to avoid you Give way vessel The vessel which does not have the right of way has the duty to take positive and timely action to stay out of the...

Page 26: ...er driven vessels are crossing each other s path close enough to run the risk of collision the vessel which has the other on the starboard right side must keep out of the way of the other If the other vessel is on your starboard right side you must keep out of its way you are the give way vessel If the other vessel is on your port left side remem ber that you should maintain course and di rection ...

Page 27: ...er driven vessel the power driven vessel has the right of way 2 Sailing vessels should keep clear of any fishing vessel 3 In a narrow channel a sailing vessel should not hamper the safe passage of a power driven vessel that can navigate only in such a channel Reading buoys and other markers The waters of the United States are marked for safe navigation by the lateral system of buoyage Simply put b...

Page 28: ...th black letters and orange borders They signify speed zones restricted areas danger areas and general information Remember markings may vary by geographic location Always consult local boating author ities before riding your boat in unfamiliar waters SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 21 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 29: ...SBLA ap proved courses Enjoy your boat responsibly You share the areas you enjoy when operat ing your boat with others and with nature So your enjoyment includes a responsibility to treat these other people and the lands wa ters and wildlife with respect and courtesy Whenever and wherever you are boating think of yourself as the guest of those around you Remember for example that the sound of your...

Page 30: ...ce also known as life jacket Planing Traveling at a speed fast enough so the boat has leveled out and is skimming on top of the water There is a wake Port The left side of the boat Stand on The vessel with the right of way when two boats meet Starboard The right side of the boat Stern The back part of the boat Sub planing Traveling at a medium speed The bow of the boat is out of the water but you ...

Page 31: ... page 57 8 Bow ladder page 81 9 Table bracket page 83 10 Flushing hose connector page 122 11 Ski tow hook 12 Horn page 103 13 Cooling water pilot outlet page 104 14 Bilge pump outlet page 92 15 Reboarding grip 16 Swim platform page 82 2 1 3 1 4 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 15 16 10 3 13 14 3 12 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 24 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 32: ... 25 1 Wakeboard tower page 85 2 Wakeboard tower rack 3 Bimini top page 86 4 Anchor light page 80 1 2 3 4 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 25 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 33: ...ge 66 5 Starboard engine hood seat page 66 70 6 Swim platform seat page 69 7 Port engine hood seat page 66 70 8 Rear port seat page 66 9 Passenger s seat page 66 69 10 Front port seat rear page 66 71 11 Front port seat front page 66 1 2 4 3 5 6 11 10 8 7 9 6 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 26 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 34: ... page 84 5 Glove compartment page 75 6 Enclosed head compartment page 73 7 Stern storage compartment page 77 8 Wet storage compartment page 76 9 Driver s side console compartment page 74 10 Ski locker page 72 6 5 4 3 1 2 7 8 9 10 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 27 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 35: ...Description 28 Courtesy Interior light Beverage holder Speaker SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 28 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 36: ...ter 4 Shift gate page 35 5 Jet thrust nozzle 6 Articulating keel page 37 7 Intake grate 8 Hull drain plug page 91 9 Water temperature water depth sensor 2 1 6 4 3 3 5 4 5 2 7 9 7 8 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 29 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 37: ... switch page 39 10 ACC 1 switch page 39 11 NAV LIGHTS switch page 39 12 Remote control lever page 34 13 Main switch page 33 14 Engine shut off switch page 32 15 Engine shut off cord lanyard page 32 16 USB charger 17 Aux input page 56 18 Steering wheel page 37 19 Tilt lever page 38 5V 16 17 19 13 14 15 3 2 11 10 9 8 7 6 4 5 12 18 1 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 30 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Dow...

Page 38: ...ver page 145 3 Air filter case 4 Engine cover page 129 5 Engine oil filler cap page 90 6 Dipstick page 90 7 Spark plug Ignition coil 4 3 1 1 2 2 4 6 6 5 3 7 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 31 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 39: ...shut off switch for the engines to run The cord must be attached to a secure place on the operator s PFD Should the operator fall overboard or leave the helm the cord will pull out the clip stopping the ignition to the both engines This will prevent the boat from run ning away under power 1 Engine shut off switch 2 Clip 3 Engine shut off cord lanyard Batteries and battery switches The batteries an...

Page 40: ...unctioning If the start battery is discharged turn the EMERG PARALLEL switch to the ON posi tion to start the engines Once the engines are started or the start battery is charged turn the EMERG PARALLEL switch to the OFF position Main switch The main switch controls the ignition circuit as follows 1 Main switch OFF Ignition circuit is switched off The engines cannot be started The main switch key ...

Page 41: ...om the neutral position shifts into the for ward position and then as the levers are moved farther accelerates the engines for more thrust Moving the levers back from the neutral position shifts into the reverse posi tion and then as the levers are moved farther accelerates the engines for more thrust TIP Because of the mechanical throttle linkage the remote control levers may not be exactly even ...

Page 42: ...p slightly from the neutral position and jet thrust is directed downward at an angle This function which is called the thrust direc tional enhancer TDE helps to provide good handling response when the steering wheel is turned even though there is less thrust avail able at low engine speeds 1 TDE position 1 Shift gate 2 Jet thrust nozzle When the remote control levers are moved farther forward the ...

Page 43: ...s the throttle shift paddle left the shift gates for both en gines will move to the reverse position the engine speed will increase and the boat will start moving in reverse at a slow speed When the operator releases the throt tle shift paddle left the shift gates will re turn to the neutral position and the engines will return to idle speed 1 Throttle shift paddle right 2 Throttle shift paddle le...

Page 44: ...epend ing on the operation mode the movement of the jet thrust nozzles is adjusted automatical ly so that the full range of motion for the noz zles matches the turning range regardless of the selected mode See page 47 for informa tion on each operation mode 1 Running mode and single lever mode 2 DRiVE mode 255XD 1 Jet thrust nozzle 2 Articulating keel Since the strength of the jet thrust determine...

Page 45: ...e tilt lever is located under the steering wheel and is used to adjust the tilt of the steering wheel There are 5 positions 1 Tilt lever To adjust the tilt 1 Push the lever down and then move the steering wheel up or down to the desired position 2 The lever will lock into place when the steering wheel is moved into one of the 5 available positions 3 Make sure that the tilt lever returns to its ori...

Page 46: ... off the pump will operate every 2 minutes when the house battery switch is in the on position BLOWER switch Turns the blowers on or off See page 101 The switch light comes on while the blowers are operating ACC 1 ACC 2 switch These switches can be used to operate an electronic device that is installed later as an accessory For more information contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer NAV LIGHTS switch Turns ...

Page 47: ...ation mode 1 VOLUME SCROLL button Volume control mode Turn the joystick knob to change the audio volume 1 Joystick knob Navigation control mode 1 Turn the joystick knob to change the se lected setting or item 1 Joystick knob 2 Push the joystick knob to select an item or confirm a setting Bilge Blower Anchor Nav RUNNING MODE FUEL 100 DEPTH ft 8 9 x1000 rpm x1000 rpm 9 19 9 19 START V 13 0 HOUSE V 1...

Page 48: ...for use whenever the engines are CRUISE CANCEL HOME NO WAKE CRUISE NO WAKE VOLUME SCROLL Name Function 1 HOME button Displays the home screen See page 48 2 VOLUME SCROLL but ton Switches the joystick between the volume control mode and the navigation control mode When the main switches are turned to the on position the volume control mode is selected by default 3 CANCEL but ton Deselects the curre...

Page 49: ...rate the remote control levers to de crease the engine speed to 3000 rpm or less When Cruise and the cruise assist setting level disappear the cruise assist is deactivat ed Operating the boat with a minimal wake no wake mode The no wake mode is useful for operating the boat at a steady speed with a minimal wake This is especially convenient when traveling in harbors channels or other areas posted ...

Page 50: ...rol 1 Move the remote control levers back ward so that the throttle is opened in re verse and both engines are operating at the same engine speed 2 Increase the engine speed to 4500 rpm and then push the CRUISE NO WAKE button Once the reverse RPM control is activated pushing the CRUISE NO WAKE button will increase the available engine speed by approximately 500 rpm in 3 stages up to a maximum of 6...

Page 51: ...ition See page 47 10 Starboard shift indicator Shows the current shift position for the starboard jet thrust nozzle This indicator appears only when the engine is running 11 Status indicator bar Shows the operating status of various functions and displays warn ings 12 Port shift indicator Shows the current shift position for the port jet thrust nozzle This indicator appears only when the engine is...

Page 52: ...Radio Her By 107 7 MHz 9 19 START V 13 0 FUEL 100 Anchor FLOAT MODE DEPTH ft 8 9 Water Temp F 9 19 HOUSE V 13 0 1 2 Name Function 1 Home screen tab Displays the home screen See page 48 2 Map screen tab Displays the map screen See page 48 3 Trip screen tab Displays the trip screen See page 52 4 Drive control screen tab Displays the drive control screen See page 53 5 Media screen tab Displays the me...

Page 53: ...lowers on or off 3 Warning icon bar Displays the warning icons When a warning icon is displayed tap the icon to display the warning message for that icon 4 Navigation light indicator Shows the operating status of the navigation light mode When the navigation light mode is activated the bow light and anchor light are turned on You can also tap this indicator to turn the navigation light mode on or ...

Page 54: ...rol lever SINGLE LEVER is shown for the mode status The starboard remote control lever is not used DRiVE mode 255XD Both engines are operated at the same en gine speed and the throttle and shifting of both engines are controlled using the left and right throttle shift paddles DRiVE is shown for the mode status Use this mode to make small throttle adjust ments when operating the boat at slow speeds...

Page 55: ...tus in dicator Shows whether the cruise assist or no wake mode is activat ed When the cruise assist is activated Cruise and the cruise assist setting level will be dis played When the no wake mode is activated No Wake will be dis played S SE SW MPH 2 3 1 Item Function Shows the direction of North at the top of the screen or the current course being traveled at the top of the screen Zooms out to di...

Page 56: ...poit Waypoint Manager GR8 MPH REC 1 2 NEXT WAYPOINT 1 7 km 29 Item Function Changes the color of the waypoint View Views the waypoint on the map GoTo Provides the distance to the waypoint along with the latitude and longitude It also tells when you have ar rived at the waypoint and asks if you would like to stop the navigation Delete Deletes the waypoint EDIT Changes the name of the waypoint Waypo...

Page 57: ...s the recording of the track FUEL 0 x1000 RPM x1000 RPM HOUSE V 11 8 Bilge Blower Nav Anchor START V 36 3 Map Settings Waypoints Tracks Satellite Status Depth Position DEPTH 0 Ft Close FUEL 50 x1000 RPM x1000 RPM HOUSE V 11 8 Bilge Blower Nav Anchor START V 36 3 Track Manager DOK Current DEPTH 0 Ft Close Record Track Save When the recording stops a Save Track prompt will appear Choosing Save will ...

Page 58: ...the name of or deletes the track Show Hide Shows the track on the map Hide will make that track invisible Close Returns to the Track Man ager screen Close SATELLITES 3 9 47 Latitude 35 6060 Longitude 84 2541 Op Mode 0 00 HDOP 0 00 VDOP 0 00 TDOP 0 00 SOG 0 0 COG 0 N W E S Satallite Status Close Depth Position DEPTH CONTOUR SAFETY CONTOUR All 66ft 33ft 16ft 6ft 0ft 66ft 33ft 16ft 6ft 0ft Close Char...

Page 59: ...n miles or kilometers since the item was last reset Fuel Used Shows the total fuel that has been consumed by the port and starboard engines in gallons or liters Fuel Flow Shows the total fuel con sumption of the port and starboard engines in gal lons per hour or liters per hour Reset All N NW NE Economy 0 0 MPG Trip Distance 0 0 Mi Fuel Used 0 0 Gal Fuel Flow 0 0 GPH 1 2 3 Water Temperature Shows ...

Page 60: ...ly to the fully open position the boat may not accelerate according to the select ed acceleration profile or reach the set tar get speed If the single lever mode is activated move only the remote control lever for the port engine to the fully open position See page 47 for information on the single lever mode button Boat speed is limited to 15 mph 24 km h when deploying WakeBooster A warning messag...

Page 61: ...o Switches the source to the FM radio tuner and dis plays the FM radio screen Weather Switches the source to the weather radio tuner and displays the weather radio screen Bluetooth Switches the source to an external device connected using Bluetooth wireless technology and displays the Bluetooth screen Auxiliary Switches the source to the auxiliary device and dis plays the auxiliary screen Turn Off...

Page 62: ... the audio system to lis ten to the audio tracks stored on the devices through the audio system s speakers Increases the radio station frequency Touch and hold this button to automatically seek the next available ra dio station Source Displays the media screen Item Function Source Zone Control AM Radio 1710 1710kHz P1 1 2 3 4 5 AM 1 MPH 1 Item Function Displays the external de vice management scre...

Page 63: ...screen Portable media players and other external devices can be connected to the audio sys tem to listen to the audio tracks stored on the devices through the audio system s speak ers 1 Auxiliary input jack TIP You can adjust the volume level of the speakers using the multi function display unit or the volume control of the external device To select the audio tracks use the external device Zone co...

Page 64: ...eft or right to adjust 1 Slider control TIP The brightness can also be adjusted by tap ping the or button Item Function Courtesy Turns the courtesy lights on or off See page 26 for information on the location of the courtesy lights Docking Turns the docking lights on or off Tower Turns the tower lights on or off Helm Turns the illumination on or off for the panels on the port and starboard sides o...

Page 65: ... set to 0 0 m 0 0 ft the depth alarm will not operate 2 Tap Back to complete the setting Unit setting screen The display units for the multi function dis play unit can be changed Item Function Time Displays the time setting screen Depth Displays the depth alarm setting screen Unit Displays the unit setting screen Brightness Displays the brightness setting screen Wellness Displays the maintenance s...

Page 66: ...at the engines have been running since the last maintenance After maintenance is performed reset the number of hours of operation as follows To reset the number of hours of operation 1 Tap the Reset button 2 When the confirmation message ap pears tap the YES button to reset the number of hours of operation TIP To return to the maintenance setting screen without resetting the number of hours tap th...

Page 67: ...n this screen are for deal er use only please consult your dealer if something was accidentally changed To drain the water in a ballast tank 1 Touch and hold the setting screen tab for 5 seconds 2 Tap the Ballast Times button 3 Tap the Flush Out Ballasts button 4 Tap the OFF button to change it to ON to start draining the water Back Set Language English Francais Espanol Back Tuner Region North Ame...

Page 68: ...to re move all the water from a tank continue the draining process until it is empty Stop the process immediately once all the water has been removed from each tank If you have any questions consult a Yamaha Boat Dealer 5 When finished tap x to return to the previous screen Flush Out Ballasts OFF 30 Port 30 Center 30 Stbd OFF OFF Diagnostics Menu Back SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 61 Tuesday Septembe...

Page 69: ...pm x1000 rpm 9 19 9 19 START V 13 0 HOUSE V 13 0 N NE NW SPEED mph am 10 27 Bilge Blower Anchor Nav RUNNING MODE FUEL 100 100 100 D D DEPTH ft 8 8 9 9 9 x1000 rpm x1000 rpm 9 19 9 19 START V 13 0 HOUSE V 13 0 N NE NW SPEED mph Check Engine QUIT NEXT Stop the BCU Consult YAMAHA dealer am 10 27 Bilge Blower Anchor Nav RUNNING MODE FUEL 100 DEPTH ft 8 9 x1000 rpm x1000 rpm 9 19 9 19 START V 13 0 HOUS...

Page 70: ...YAMAHA dealer House Battery Low Voltage Start engine to recharge the battery High Voltage Start Battery Low Voltage Start engine to recharge the battery High Voltage Fuel Low Fuel Level Depth Low Depth Level Communication Error Port Engine Check Engine CAN Starboard Engine Check Engine CAN SPU25 15 Check Auxiliary CAN Depth Transducer Check Auxiliary CAN Joystick Check Auxiliary CAN SPU25 15 Joyst...

Page 71: ...his model is equipped with an over temper ature warning system If the engines start to overheat a warning will appear on the multi function display and the buzzer will sound If the engine is over heating Over Tempera ture will be displayed At the same time the engine speed is automatically limited to help prevent damage If this occurs immediately reduce the engine speed return to shore or maneuver...

Page 72: ...y connections are clean and tight and the warning indication continues have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check the charg ing system Communication error warning If a communication error is detected for the GPS function a sensor or other device a warning will appear on the multi function dis play and the buzzer will sound If this occurs reduce the engine speed return to shore and have a Yamaha Boat Dealer c...

Page 73: ...t area in the bow for use as a sundeck To remove or install the bow filler cushions lift up the front seats rear WARNING Do not use the bow filler cushions while the boat is underway A passenger could lose balance and fall on the deck or overboard causing injury or death Stow the cushions securely before oper ating the boat A loose cushion could be blown by the wind distracting the oper ator or st...

Page 74: ...tyle for a raised seating position Make sure that the seat is securely locked in place before getting underway To slide the seat 1 Extend the slide swivel lock lever 1 Slide swivel lock lever 2 Rotate the lever to port left 3 Move the seat to the desired position and then release the lever 4 Push the lever to its original position To swivel the seat 1 Extend the slide swivel lock lever 2 Rotate th...

Page 75: ...ont of the seat so that it is resting against the backrest 1 Seat bolster To use the armrests Lower the armrests until they stop 1 Armrest To adjust the backrest angle While lifting the adjusting lever on the star board side of the seat move the backrest to the desired position 1 Adjusting lever TIP Depending on the direction and position of the seat it may not be possible to adjust the backrest a...

Page 76: ...n the swim platform seats while the engines are running Exhaust gases coming from underneath the swim platform contain carbon monoxide a col orless odorless gas which may cause brain damage or death when inhaled When the backrests are toward the stern the center seat and the removable backrest can be installed 1 Backrest 2 Center seat The center seat can also be installed upside down to use as a b...

Page 77: ...gines after a rainfall or washing down the boat wipe off the seat cushions before opening the engine hood To open the engine hood pull the engine hood latch up and lift the engine hood 1 Engine hood 2 Engine hood latch To close the engine hood push the front of each engine hood seat down to securely lock it in place 1 1 2 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 70 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded f...

Page 78: ... cush ioning material or the anchor line under the anchor To close the anchor storage compartment Close the anchor storage compartment lid and then push it to securely lock it in place Front underseat storage compartments The front underseat storage compartment starboard and front underseat storage com partment port are located under the front starboard seat and front port seat respective ly To op...

Page 79: ...n the ski locker lid 1 Lock handle 2 Ski locker lid 1 Ski locker To close the ski locker 1 Close the ski locker lid 2 Turn the lock handle counterclockwise and make sure that the lid is securely closed 3 Push the lock handle down To drain water from the ski locker 1 Remove the drain plug on the bottom of the ski locker to drain the water 1 Drain plug 2 Securely install the drain plug in its origi ...

Page 80: ...partment door 1 Lock handle 2 Enclosed head compartment door 1 Enclosed head compartment There is the head compartment light in the enclosed head compartment To turn on the light turn the head compartment light switch to on position To turn off the light turn the light switch to off position NOTICE Be sure the head compartment light is turned off when no one is in the enclosed head com partment Le...

Page 81: ...sole com partment door and then hook the latch to securely lock it in place To use the driver s side console compart ment door as the partition 1 Unfold the door and guide the edge of it into the channel on the enclosed head compartment 1 Edge 2 Channel 2 To hold the door in place hook the driv er s side console compartment door latch to the metal tab on the front side of the door 1 Driver s side ...

Page 82: ... glove compartment Close the glove compartment lid and then push it to securely lock it in place Galley storage compartment The galley storage compartment is located to the rearward of the driver s seat There is a light inside the galley storage com partment The light is equipped with a motion detecting sensor To turn the light on open the galley storage compartment lid To turn the light off close...

Page 83: ...lley table 1 Galley table 2 Align the edge of the cushion with the groove on the galley table To fold the galley table When folding the table away simply reverse the steps for extension Wet storage compartment The wet storage compartment is located un der the swim platform To open the wet storage compartment 1 Pull the lock handles up TIP The lock handles are located under the swim platform seats ...

Page 84: ...ch swim platform seat onto the button bases Stern storage compartments The stern storage compartments are located behind the swim platform seat backrests To open a stern storage compartment pull the strap on the swim platform seat backrest 1 Swim platform seat backrest 2 Strap 1 Stern storage compartment starboard To close the stern storage compartment place the backrest in its original position a...

Page 85: ...ea 1 Rear walk through Windshield The windshield can be opened and closed WARNING To avoid injury the windshield must be se cured when the boat is in motion To close the windshield To close the windshield Close the wind shield and then turn the windshield latches to the lock position 1 Windshield latch To open the windshield turn the windshield latches to the unlock position and then open the wind...

Page 86: ...or Pull on the lower lock knob fold the mirror and then release the knob 1 Lower lock knob Solar panel The boat is equipped with a solar panel on the bimini top frame The solar panel charges the battery to pre vent it from becoming discharged 1 Solar panel 1 1 1 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 79 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 87: ... tab raise the anchor light then move the lock tab to its original position to lock the an chor light in place and zip up the zipper in the bimini canvas 1 Lock tab 1 Anchor light To store the anchor light Unzip the bimini canvas opening pull the lock tab lower the anchor light then move the lock tab to its original position to lock the anchor light in place and zip up the zipper in the bimini can...

Page 88: ...der and then flip the ladder forward and lower it 4 Close the anchor storage compartment lid to use it as a step 1 Bow ladder To stow the bow ladder 1 Open the anchor storage compartment lid 2 Raise the bow ladder and then collapse it 3 Lower the bow ladder into the anchor storage compartment and then slide it rearward completely 4 Close the anchor storage compartment lid 3 1 2 1 SportsBoat_F5K10 ...

Page 89: ... a stern ladder to make boarding from the water easier 1 Swim platform Stern ladder The stern ladder is stored under the swim platform To use the stern ladder 1 Lift the end of the stern ladder to release it from the hooks on the boat 1 Stern ladder 2 Pull the stern ladder out completely and then lower it To stow the stern ladder 1 Raise the stern ladder until it is horizon tal and then push it fo...

Page 90: ...toms include nausea dizziness and drowsiness NOTICE If the side table is installed at the swim platform remove the side table before op erating the boat Otherwise the side table may fall into the water The side table can be installed at the swim platform 1 Side table To install the side table slide the end of the table pole into the table bracket until it is locked in place 1 Table bracket 2 Table...

Page 91: ...n the ski locker The ballast tanks are equipped under the rear starboard seat and rear port seat To add potassium chloride or hot water to the tank as a measure against AIS Aquatic Inva sive Species remove the cap at the top of the tank and add potassium chloride or hot water 1 Ballast tank 2 Cap 1 Ballast tank 2 Cap 5V 1 1 1 2 1 2 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 84 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Do...

Page 92: ... periodically during use NOTICE Do not modify the wakeboard tower to tow from it or to carry accessories not de signed for it The wakeboard tower could be damaged Also the wakeboard tower collapsing feature is intended for storage only The boat should not be transported or operated with the tower in the col lapsed position Collapsing and setting up the wakeboard tower When storing the boat collaps...

Page 93: ...i top install the latch on both sides of the wakeboard tower 1 Latch 3 Tighten the lock knob to secure the bimi ni top to the wakeboard tower Bimini top Removing the bimini top To remove the bimini top 1 Open both flaps on each side of the bimi ni top 1 Flap 2 Loosen the ratchet and then loosen the strap securing the bimini top 1 Ratchet 2 Flap 3 Open the flaps at the front and rear of the bimini ...

Page 94: ...i top toward the bow and remove it Installing the bimini top To install the bimini top When installing the bimini top simply reverse the removal steps 1 2 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 87 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 95: ...gher or a research octane number of 95 or higher If knocking or pinging occurs use a gasoline of a different brand Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gasohol con taining ethanol and that containing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if ethanol content does not exceed 10 and the fuel meets minimum octane ratings E 85 is a fuel blend containing 85 ethanol and therefore must not be u...

Page 96: ...nuously prevent new ones from form ing while also helping to keep fuel injectors and other fuel system components clean for proper performance and longer engine life Engine oil requirement Engine oil NOTICE Use only 4 stroke engine oil Usage of 2 stroke engine oil could result in severe en gine damage Select an oil grade according to the average temperatures in the area where the boat will be used...

Page 97: ...s and water do not enter the oil filler hole Debris and water in the engine oil can cause serious engine dam age To check the engine oil level 1 Place the boat in a precisely level posi tion on land with the engine stopped If the engine was running allow the engine oil to settle by waiting 5 minutes or more before checking the oil level 2 Open the engine hood See page 70 3 Remove the dipstick and ...

Page 98: ... full throttle when bilge water remains in the engine compartment The bilge water can splash into the engines which can result in severe damage Be sure all drain plugs are tightened be fore operating your boat Otherwise water may flood the boat and cause it to submerge Draining the bilge water on land This model is equipped with multiple drain plugs Bilge water from the various compartments flows ...

Page 99: ...k Most water that enters the deck area drains 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 while the boat is moored or moving in reverse Bilge pump Your boat is equipped with a drainage sys tem that channels water that enters the boat from the storage compartments to the bilge under the engine...

Page 100: ...p erate the bilge pump the bilge pump will de tect when there is excessive water in the bilge and will automatically drain most of it through the bilge pump outlet This function works automatically even if the battery switches are turned to the off position TIP When the bilge pump operates automatically the bilge pump will not stop until most of the bilge water is drained 1 1 SportsBoat_F5K10 book...

Page 101: ...promotes longer compo nent life 1 Check the engine oil level See page 90 for information on checking the engine oil level 2 Launch the boat and start the engines See page 105 for information on starting the engines 3 For the first 5 minutes operate with the engines speed below 2000 r min 4 For the next 90 minutes operate with the engines speed below 5000 r min After the engine break in is complete...

Page 102: ...k hull for damage and cracks before launching Access port caps Check for proper installation 99 Jet intakes Check that no debris is in the intakes before launching 99 Fuel system Check fuel system for leaks 99 Engine oil level Check engine oil level add as necessary 90 Batteries Check battery condition mounting and connection 100 Bilge water Check the engine compartment for bilge water 101 Drain p...

Page 103: ... should point to port left when the wheel is turned to the left There should not be free play between the steering wheel and the jet thrust nozzles In addition check that the direction of the artic ulating keel changes according to the move ment of the jet thrust nozzles 1 Jet thrust nozzle 2 Articulating keel Remote control lever checks WARNING Do not touch the shift gates while the re mote contr...

Page 104: ...smooth throughout the whole range Also make sure that the throttle shift paddles return automat ically to their original positions when re leased 1 Throttle shift paddle Fire extinguisher check As an inboard boat less than 26 feet in length your boat must be fitted with one 5 B B 1 type fire extinguisher when navigating waters controlled by the U S Coast Guard In addi tion most state and local boa...

Page 105: ...part ment through the FIRE PORT because that type needs to be aimed directly at the base of the flames to be effective See below for FIRE PORT information 1 FIRE PORT A FIRE PORT is mounted below the engine hood Use this port to spray the contents of a fire extinguisher into the engine compartment if a fire breaks out in the engine area WARNING If there is a fire in the engine compartment opening ...

Page 106: ... the engines may overheat be cause of a lack of cooling water and damage could result If the jet intakes are clogged clean them See page 139 for information on the jet intakes WARNING Rotating parts could cause severe injury or death Before attempting to remove weeds or debris from the jet intakes or impeller areas shut off the engines remove the main switch keys and then remove the engine shut of...

Page 107: ... not damaged and that the battery leads are con nected properly WARNING The battery must always be fully charged and in good condition Loss of battery power may leave you stranded Never operate the boat if the start battery does not have suf ficient power to start the engines or if it shows any other signs of decreased pow er 1 Positive battery terminal Red lead 2 Negative battery terminal Black l...

Page 108: ... securely before launching the boat Otherwise water may flood the boat and cause it to submerge Securely install the drain plug by tightening it until it stop 1 Hull drain plug Blower checks WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode Before starting the engines check the engine compartment for gasoline gasoline va pors and loose electrical connections and then operate the blowers for at least 4 minutes D...

Page 109: ...Tap the Navigation light button on the system control screen Check that the bow light and anchor light come on when the button is blue and that both lights go off when the button is gray 2 Tap the Anchor light button on the sys tem control screen Check that only the anchor light comes on when the button is blue and that the anchor light goes off when the button is gray 1 Navigation light button 2 ...

Page 110: ...r the engine shut off cord lanyard or tie it together The engine shut off cord lan yard may not pull free when the operator falls off allowing the boat to continue to run and cause an accident Post launch checks Perform the post launch checks in the pre operation checklist while the boat is in the water and the engines are running Engine shut off switch check Check the engine shut off switch for p...

Page 111: ...er from the pilot outlets shows that water is flowing through the engine cooling water passag es If water is not flowing out of the pilot outlets during operation do not continue to run the engines Overheating and seri ous damage could occur See Over tem perature warning on page 64 for more information Fuel level check Check the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank using the fuel level bar gr...

Page 112: ...proper distance from other boats and ve hicles Do not operate where people are swimming Always attach the engine shut off cord lan yard to your PFD before operating You and all other passengers must always wear a USCG approved PFD when riding in the boat Grip the steering wheel firmly and keep both feet on the deck when driving the boat Starting the engines WARNING Severe injury or death may resul...

Page 113: ... sucked into the jet intakes damaging the impel lers NOTICE There is a hull drain plug at the bottom of the stern Check the O ring on the hull drain plug and make sure that the plug is tightened securely before launching the boat Otherwise water may flood the boat and cause it to submerge 1 Hull drain plug 2 Turn the battery switch to the ON posi tion 3 Turn the main switch keys to the on po sitio...

Page 114: ...s re moved from the engine shut off switch 5 Put the remote control levers in the neu tral position The starter motors will not operate unless the remote control levers are in neutral 6 Turn the main switch key to the on posi tion 7 Push the START STOP buttons and re lease them when the engines start If the engines do not start after 5 seconds of cranking release the buttons Wait at least 15 secon...

Page 115: ... remote control levers to the neutral position 2 Push the START STOP buttons 1 START STOP button TIP The engines can also be stopped by pulling the engine shut off cord lanyard 3 Turn the main switch key to the off posi tion 4 Remove the main switch key and the en gine shut off cord lanyard if the boat will be left unattended Leaving a dock Because boats steer from the stern the stern first moves ...

Page 116: ...grates is pressurized by the impellers in the jet pumps As the pressurized water is expelled from the pumps through the jet thrust nozzles it cre ates thrust to move and steer the boat The higher the engine speed the more thrust is produced The amount of jet thrust in addition to the po sition of the steering wheel determines how sharply you turn A More throttle produces high thrust so the boat wi...

Page 117: ...ould lose balance and fall Your boat is designed for one operator and up to 11 passengers only Never have more than 12 people in the boat Passengers must sit in one of the seats and hold onto the hand grips Passengers should sit so the weight in the boat is balanced from side to side and bow to stern as much as possible If the pas senger seat in front of the helm is used be sure the operator s vie...

Page 118: ...teering 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 resis tance after the remote control levers are moved back to idle From full speed the boat stops in approximately 152 m 498 ft after the remote control levers are moved back to idle The stopping distance varies depending on gross we...

Page 119: ...at is desired when the boat is beached See page 81 for bow ladder us ing procedures Boarding from a dock or landing jetty 1 Board the boat from the side One per son should board at a time by stepping into the boat Never jump in Avoid step ping 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 Docking 1 Make sure no o...

Page 120: ...bow to the dock and then use en gine thrust or a boat hook to gently move the stern to the dock To dock using the DRiVE mode 255XD Move the remote control levers to the neutral position and then activate the DRiVE mode See page 47 Pull the throttle shift paddle right to move the boat forward or pull the throttle shift pad dle left to move the boat in reverse at a slow speed and dock the boat 1 Thr...

Page 121: ... steady A strong current can pull a stern anchored boat underwater Select an anchor appropriate for your boat and water conditions A Danforth or fluke type anchor is suitable for most applications your Yamaha Boat Dealer can help you choose an anchor 1 Make sure the anchor line is securely tied to the anchor and to the bow eye or a bow cleat 2 Move the boat to the spot where you want to lower the ...

Page 122: ...jolt than a broad swell To cross a wake or swell change your 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 s...

Page 123: ...2 for the cooling system flushing procedure 2 Drain residual water from the exhaust system by starting the engine and then alternately pushing the remote control le ver up to half throttle and back to idle for 10 to 15 seconds NOTICE Do not run the engine over 4000 r min on land Al so do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds without supplying water otherwise the engine could overheat and or ...

Page 124: ...e a boat cover designed for your boat or store the boat in a building or under a canopy or carport in order to prevent rain from falling onto the boat Because all of the water will not be drained from the deck automatically take sufficient mea sures to prevent rainwater from entering the boat NOTICE Make sure that the turnbuckles on the boat cover do not contact the boat directly when using the co...

Page 125: ... tongue weight Always use a hitch rated for the same or higher class Use a bolted on or welded on hitch clamp on bumper hitch es are not recommended Be sure the trailer hitch s release handle is latched with the lock pin installed before towing Use safety chains between the towing vehicle and the trailer so the trailer will not detach completely from the towing vehicle if it acci dentally comes lo...

Page 126: ...rly fitting cover such as the genuine Yamaha cover available from your Yamaha Boat Dealer designed specifically for your boat is highly recommended to help pro tect your boat during transport and stor age Carry a spare tire for the trailer along with sufficient tools to change the tire While traveling check the wheel hubs on the trailer whenever you park If a hub feels abnormally hot have the bear...

Page 127: ...ed Set the parking brake 5 Remove the bow line from the bow eye 6 Back the trailer farther into the water until just the tops of the fenders show and then reset the parking brake Board the boat and start it If possible remain on the trailer until the engines are warm and are responding to throttle 7 Back the boat out into the water watch ing carefully for people other boats or obstacles Loading 1 ...

Page 128: ...trailer use these guidelines Use a sling type lifting mechanism de signed for lifting boats The sling should be covered with a protective material to pre vent damage to the hull gelcoat Use spreader bars to avoid side stress to the hull that may cause cracks in the gel coat and fiberglass Attach guidelines to the bow eye and stern eyes to control movement of the boat dur ing lifting Remove all peo...

Page 129: ... The water could flow back through the muffler into the crankcase causing severe engine damage Be sure to turn on the water immediately after starting the engine to prevent engine overheating 5 Run the engine at a fast idle for 3 to 5 minutes If the engine stops while flush ing turn the water supply off immediately and perform the procedure again from step 4 6 Turn off the water supply and then dr...

Page 130: ...ear platform hatch See page 76 for rear platform hatch opening and closing procedures 5 Remove the access port caps to let any water drain that has pooled on them See page 139 for access port cap re moval and installation procedures If the boat will be stored on the trailer nearby leave the caps out until you prepare to launch the boat again If the boat will be transported on the trailer any dista...

Page 131: ...ing or other quality vinyl protectant NOTICE Some well known protec tant products on the market can ac tually damage vinyl over time Consult a Yamaha Boat Dealer if you want to use a product other than Yamaclean Vinyl Protectant 10 Vacuum and hose off the carpeting as necessary If needed use Yamaclean Carpet Cleaner or other quality brand name carpet cleaner product to clean soiled areas NOTICE Al...

Page 132: ...te B Grease E B Ink C F D Ketchup A B Lipstick C B A Mustard A B C Mildew Wet leaves C B A Motor oil B Permanent marker C F D Suntan lotion A B Tar Asphalt E B A Medium soft brush with warm soapy water B Yamaclean All Purpose Cleaner or equivalent C Isopropyl alcohol 91 is best D Mixture of 1 tablespoon 15 ml ammonia 1 4 cup 60 ml hydrogen peroxide and 3 4 cup 177 ml water E Wipe or scrape off exc...

Page 133: ...eter and load tes ter at least once a month and recharge the battery if it gets too low To charge the battery 1 Remove the caps from the cells Add dis tilled water if necessary to top up the electrolyte to the proper level 2 Follow the battery manufacturer s in structions for charging WARNING When charging a battery keep it well away from sparks and open flames as it gives off explosive gases When...

Page 134: ...ll also help protect the fuel system TIP Use of Fuel Med RX eliminates the need to drain the fuel system Consult a Yamaha Boat Dealer or other qualified mechanic if the fuel system is to be drained instead Lubrication It is advisable to take the boat to a Yamaha Boat Dealer to have the engines fogged for long term storage Grease points To keep moving parts sliding or rotating smoothly coat them wi...

Page 135: ...resistant grease through the grease nipples After first service Every 100 hours or 6 months you may do this yourself 1 Bearing housing grease nipple Grease capacity 33 0 35 0 cc 1 11 1 18 oz Grease capacity 6 0 8 0 cc 0 20 0 27 oz 1 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 128 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 136: ...visable to always carry the own er s operator s manual with you whenever you use the boat To protect these materials from water dam age it would be a good idea to put them in a waterproof bag If your owner s operator s manual is damaged order a replacement from a Yamaha Boat Dealer The service information included in this man ual is intended to provide you the owner with the necessary information ...

Page 137: ...Maintenance 130 2 Install the engine cover screws 3 Close the engine hood SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 130 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 138: ...r damage and check seal for cracks and deformation Fuel tank Check installation Main switch and en gine shut off switch Check operation Batteries Check state of charge and termi nals and check for broken battery straps Battery leads Check terminals Battery switches Check operation Multi functiondisplay after completing the pre operation checks Check lighting Hatch interlock switches wet stor age c...

Page 139: ...peration check shift operation and check for looseness Shift cables Check connections and exterior and lubricate shift gate end Exhaust hoses wa ter locks and resona tors Check for exhaust leakage and check clamps at connections Drain passages Remove clogs Drain plug Check O ring Hull and deck Check for damage Windshield and seats Check installation and operation and check for damage Wakeboard tow...

Page 140: ...djust 2 Rubber couplings Check for looseness and noise Engine mounts Check for damage and peeling Cooling water hoses and cooling water pi lot outlet hoses Check for damage and check con nections Water inlet strainers Check for damage Intake grates Check for damage Impellers Check for bends damage and for eign material Impeller ducts Check and lubricate Jet thrust nozzles Check movement and lubric...

Page 141: ...g speed 1250 100 r min Engine Number of engines 2 Engine type Liquid cooled 4 stroke DOHC Number of cylinders 4 Engine displacement 1812 cm3 Bore stroke 86 0 78 0 mm 3 39 3 07 in Compression ratio 8 5 1 Valve clearance intake cold 0 14 0 23 mm 0 0055 0 0091 in Valve clearance exhaust cold 0 36 0 45 mm 0 0142 0 0177 in Lubrication system Wet sump Cooling system Water Starting system Electric Igniti...

Page 142: ...commended engine oil grade API API SG SH SJ SL Engine oil total quantity 5 3 L 5 60 US qt 4 66 Imp qt Engine oil quantity without oil filter replacement 3 5 L 3 70 US qt 3 08 Imp qt Engine oil quantity with oil filter replacement 3 7 L 3 91 US qt 3 26 Imp qt Fuse amperage Electronic throttle valve fuse 10 A Fuel pump fuse 10 A Main relay drive fuse 10 A Main fuse 20 A BCU fuse 50 A Display Buzzer ...

Page 143: ... solve the trouble TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE Starter mo tor does not turn over Engine shut off switch Clip on cord is not in place Install clip in engine shut off switch 32 Fuse Burned out Replace fuse and check wiring 145 Battery Run down Recharge 126 Poor terminal con nections Tighten as required 126 Battery switch off Turn on switch 32 Rear platform hatch Not latched Latch securely 76 ...

Page 144: ...04 Oil pressure warning Oil pressure dropped Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Fuel Empty Refill as soon as possible 88 Checking engine warning Faulty sensors Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Engine runs irregularly or stalls Fuel Empty Refill as soon as possible 88 Stale or contaminat ed Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Incorrect octane number Use correct fuel 88 Fuel filter Water or dust...

Page 145: ...ler Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Incorrect heat range Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Gap incorrect Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer Fuel Stale or contaminat ed Have serviced by Yamaha Boat Dealer TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE Engine speed will be limited to 3500 rpm SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 138 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from M...

Page 146: ...can occur and the engines may overheat and seize If there is any sign that a jet intake or impeller is clogged with weeds or debris follow this clean out procedure 1 Turn off and remove the main switch key remove the clip from the engine shut off switch and wait for all movement to stop 2 Open the rear platform hatch See page 76 3 Check that the retaining cord is securely attached to the access po...

Page 147: ...handle turn the cap clock wise until the SET mark is aligned with the edge of the access port 1 SET mark 2 Slot 3 Edge of the access port 8 Check that the cap is perpendicular to the centerline of the boat Pull the handle forcefully to make sure that the cap is locked securely If a strong pull will move the access port cap it is not locked se curely the cap could be forced out by water pressure du...

Page 148: ...Boat Dealer ser vice the boat To raise the shift gates 1 Stop the engines and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch 2 Open the driver s side console compart ment See page 74 3 Remove the nuts and then remove the shift motor cover 1 Shift motor cover 2 Nut 4 Move the manual release levers of the shift motors to the manual operation po sition 1 Manual release lever 5 Use a screwdriver or s...

Page 149: ... power steering system malfunctions a warning will appear on the multi function dis play and the direction of the boat cannot be changed even if the steering wheel is turned Manually point the jet thrust nozzles in the straight ahead direction and then use the difference in the amount of throttle for the port and starboard engines to steer the boat and return to shore After returning to shore have...

Page 150: ...the rod with the edge of the bracket 1 Cable holder 2 Edge of the bracket 6 Tighten the service valve To change the steering direction of the boat Activate the running mode and use the differ ence in the amount of throttle for the port and starboard engines Turning to port Turning to starboard 1 1 2 1 F N R F N R SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 143 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from Manu...

Page 151: ...ster 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 negative jumper cable to an engine hanger NOTICE Be sure all connections are secure and correct before attempting to start the engines Any wrong con nection may damage the electrical system 1 Negative jumper cable 2 Positive jumpe...

Page 152: ...cover toward the bow and remove it 1 Fuse box cover 1 Electronic throttle valve fuse 2 Fuel pump fuse 3 Main relay drive fuse 4 Main fuse 5 Spare fuse 6 Fuse puller 7 Screw 8 BCU fuse 9 Spare fuse 3 When replacing the BCU fuse remove the screws and then remove the fuse Install the spare fuse and then tighten the screws 4 When replacing an accessory fuse re move the accessory fuse holder or cov er ...

Page 153: ...an accessory fuse was replaced install the accessory fuse holder or cover 8 Close the engine hood 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Fuse amperage Electronic throttle valve fuse 10 A Fuel pump fuse 10 A Main relay drive fuse 10 A Main fuse 20 A BCU fuse 50 A Display Buzzer GPS Audio Controller Switch Panel fuse 20 A CLH CLG Power Port USB fuse 20 A Horn fuse 7 5 A Bilge pump fuse 3 A Power distribution module fuse...

Page 154: ... which could be a hazard to either boat The towing line should be long enough so the towed boat will not collide with the towing boat when slowing down The boat should be towed only if it becomes inoperative The towing rope should be long enough so that the boat will not collide with the towing boat when slowing down A good rule of thumb is a tow rope which is three times the combined length of th...

Page 155: ...148 Consumer information Limited warranty SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 148 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 156: ...Consumer information 149 SportsBoat_F5K10 book Page 149 Tuesday September 8 2020 11 29 AM Downloaded from ManualsNet com search engine ...

Page 157: ...eans you can get up to 5 years of coverage on the power train controls and other components to match the comforting 5 year standard protection on the hull Y E S is designed and administered by the same Yamaha people who handle your war ranty and it shows in the comprehensive coverage benefits There are no limitations on hours of use Coverage isn t limited to moving parts or the drive train like ma...

Page 158: ...PHONE PASSENGER 2 ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE PASSENGER 3 ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE PASSENGER 4 ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE DEPARTURE INFORMATION POINT OF DEPARTURE DATE TIME TOW VEHICLE MAKE MODEL LICENSE TRAILER LICENSE DESTINATION INFORMATION DESTINATION LORAN OR GPS COORDINATES INTENDED ACTIVITY EXPECTED RETURN DATE TIME LOCAL U S COAST GUARD PHONE NOTES HULL COLOR OPERATOR ADDRESS EMERGENCY PHONE PASSE...

Page 159: ... swells 115 Cruise assist 41 Cruising limitations 12 D Depth warning 65 Docking 112 Drain plug check 101 Drive control screen 53 DRiVE mode 255XD 47 Driver s seat 67 Driver s side console compartment 74 Driving your boat 105 E Emergency procedures 139 Emission control information 2 Enclosed head compartment 73 Engine break in 94 Engine covers removing and installing 129 Engine hood 70 Engine hood ...

Page 160: ...factured date labels 3 Map screen 48 Media screen 54 Multi function display elements 44 Multi function display unit operation 40 N NAV LIGHTS switch 39 Night operation 16 No wake mode 42 O Operation mode 47 Operational requirements 13 Over temperature warning 64 Owner s operator s manual 129 P Passenger s seat 69 Periodic maintenance chart 131 Post launch checks 103 Post operation care 122 Post op...

Page 161: ...ol screen 57 T Throttle shift paddles 255XD 36 Throttle shift paddles checks 255XD 97 Tilt lever 38 To get more boating safety information 22 Towing the boat 147 Trailering checklist 118 Trailering the boat 118 Trip screen 52 Troubleshooting 136 Troubleshooting chart 136 Turning the boat 109 U USB chargers 84 W Wakeboard tower 85 Wakeboard tower collapsing and setting up 85 Wakeboarding and water ...

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