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Chapter 3

OPERATION

FUEL AND OIL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1

Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

Engine Oil Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4

Check Points. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5

OPERATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Starting the Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15

Stopping the Engines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17

Break-In Procedure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18

DRIVING YOUR BOAT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22

Boarding from a Dock or Landing Jetty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22

Boarding from the Bow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22

Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23

Docking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23

Leaving a Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24

Beaching. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24

Anchoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25

Crossing Wakes and Swells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26

POST-OPERATION CHECKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27

TRAILERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29

Hitch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29

Trailering Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29

Backing Your Trailer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31

Launching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31

Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32

Lifting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32

Summary of Contents for AR210

Page 1: ... 18626 09 42 2011 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A Printed in U S A AR SX 210 OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL W A R N I N G Read this manual carefully before operating this boat AR SX 210 Owner s Operator s Manual ...

Page 2: ...rating this boat This manual should stay with the boat if sold WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm YAMAHA LIT CALIF 65 01 ...

Page 3: ...RTANT MANUAL INFORMATION In this manual information of particular importance is distinguished in the fol lowing ways This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you of potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death Failure to follow WARNING instruc tions could result in severe injury or death A NOTICE indicates special p...

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Page 5: ...2 FEATURES FUNCTIONS 1 SAFETY INFORMATION 3 OPERATION 4 MAINTENANCE CARE 5 TROUBLE RECOVERY 6 CONSUMER INFORMATION 1 color 1 color 4 colo AR210 SX210 ...

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Page 7: ...oat 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 17 TO GET MORE BOATING SAFET...

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Page 9: ...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 inside of the engine compartment HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER H I N The H I N is stamped into the hull on the edge of the swim platform ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER PORT STARBOARD The Engine Serial Numbers are stamped on a label attached to the top of each engine s oil tank F1 F1U SAF...

Page 10: ... label MANUFACTURED DATE LABEL Manufactured date label 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 VALVE LASH MM I...

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

Page 12: ... SAFETY INFORMATION 1 4 If any of these labels is damaged or missing contact a Yamaha dealer for a replacement 1 ...

Page 13: ... 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 1 F1C U416B 00 ...

Page 14: ...NFORMATION 1 6 F2K 1670 VONORE TN TENNESEE WATERCRAFT INC THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH U S COAST GUARD SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION OTHER LABELS 1 ...

Page 15: ...einforce the infor mation 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 training requirements for your state A boat ing safety course is recommended and may be required in your state You can find local rules by contact ing the United States Coast Guard USCG ...

Page 16: ...ee 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 14 and 3 9 for more informa tion ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS The following equipment can help make your boating experien...

Page 17: ...t a toy Sharp turns or jumping waves or wakes can increase the risk of back spinal injury paraly sis facial injuries and broken legs ankles and other bones Do not jump waves or wakes Do not operate the boat in rough water bad weather or when visibility is poor this may lead to an accident causing injury or death Be alert to the possibility of bad weather Take note of weather forecasts and the prev...

Page 18: ... NEVER operate the boat after con suming alcohol or taking drugs For reasons of safety and proper care of the boat always perform the pre operation checks listed on page 3 4 before operating Passengers must always sit in a designated seating area place feet on the deck and hold on to the hand grips when the boat is in motion Always consult your doctor on whether it is safe for you to ride in this ...

Page 19: ...tercraft and also watch for boats ski 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 contain carbon monoxide a colorless odorless gas that may cause death within a short time Always operate the boat in an open area It...

Page 20: ... maneu vering such as when docking Once the engine is idling shift to reverse and gradually increase engine speed Make sure that there are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting into reverse Keep away from the intake grates while the engine is on Items such as long hair loose clothing or PFD straps can become entangled in moving parts resulting in severe injury or drowning Stop the engi...

Page 21: ...ludes thick tightly woven sturdy and snug fitting apparel such as denim but does not include span dex or similar fabrics like those used in bicycle shorts A second person should be on board as a spotter to watch the skier in most states it is required by law Let the skier direct the operator s control of speed and direction with hand signals When preparing to pull a skier oper ate the boat at the ...

Page 22: ...et one another one vessel has the right of way it is called the stand on vessel The vessel that does not have the right of way is called the give way or burdened vessel These rules deter mine which vessel has the right of way and what each vessel should do Stand On Vessel The vessel with the right of way has the duty to continue its course and speed except to avoid an immediate collision When you ...

Page 23: ...id each other Meeting If you are meeting another power ves sel head on and are close enough to run the risk of collision neither of you has the right of way Both of you should alter course to avoid an acci dent You should keep the other vessel on your port left side This rule does not apply if both of you will clear one another if you continue on your set course and speed Crossing When two power d...

Page 24: ...r 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 Fishi...

Page 25: ...l significance used for identification and location purposes Top Mark White Green Light Light OR Old New RB L RB L LIGHTED PREFERRED CHANNEL TO PORT BUOY No number Topmost band red preferred channel is to left of buoy Letter has no lateral significance used for identification and location purposes Red or Red White Light Light OR Old New N 2 NUN BUOY Even number Leave to starboard No change C 1 CAN...

Page 26: ...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 thes...

Page 27: ... those states that recognize non proctored NASBLA approved courses ENJOY YOUR BOAT RESPONSIBLY You share the areas you enjoy when operating your boat with others and with nature So your enjoyment includes a responsibility to treat these other peo ple and the lands waters and wildlife with respect and courtesy Whenever and wherever you are boat ing think of yourself as the guest of those around you...

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Page 29: ...Off Switch 2 6 Main Switches 2 6 Throttle Shift Levers 2 7 Fuel Tank Filler Cap 2 9 Gauges 2 9 Overheat Warning System 2 13 Switches 2 14 Swivel Seat Operation 2 16 Stereo System 2 16 Engine Hood 2 17 Storage Compartments 2 17 Front Walk Through 2 19 Rear Walk Through 2 20 Swim Platform 2 20 Wakeboard Tower 2 20 Collapsing the Wakeboard Tower 2 21 ...

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Page 31: ...ures Flush Attachments Electrical Boxes Oil Tanks Oil Tank Cap Dipstick Mufflers Water Lock Spark Plugs Coils Air Filter Cases Engine Compartment Vent Outlets Engine Compartment Vent Inlets Fuel Tank Filler Cap and Fuel Tank Vent Fuel Tank Compartment Drain Plug Jet Pumps Jet Thrust Nozzles Reverse Gate Second Blower ...

Page 32: ...2 2 2 FEATURES FUNCTIONS ...

Page 33: ... Stern Light Storage Stern Light Socket Ski Tow Hook Jet Pump Clean out Access Panel Pump Clean out Interlock Switches Rear Boarding Step Accessory Pedestal Table Mounts Tilt Adjustable Steering Wheel Glove Box Center Walk Through Walk Through Transom Fire Extinguisher Location Stern Ladder Bow Ladder Wakeboard Tower AR210 ONLY LOCATION OF STEREO COMPONENTS Remote Control Keypad Speakers CD Player...

Page 34: ...tion Gauge LCD Ignition Switch Keys Steering Wheel Tilt Adjustment Lever Switches and Breakers LOCATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS PORT STARBOARD Control Features Hull Drain Speedometer Pick up Steering Nozzle Reverse Gates Ladder Trailer Strap Eyes Deck Drain Depth Finder Transponder ...

Page 35: ...f you turn to the starboard right for example the stern of the boat will swing to the left Keep this in mind when navigating near a person in the water such as a down skier or an obstacle such as a dock TILT LEVER Never touch the tilt lever during operation otherwise the steer ing wheel could suddenly change position which may lead to an accident Be sure the steering wheel is locked in position af...

Page 36: ...ry The clip on the end of the engine shut off cord must be attached to the engine shut off switch for the engines to run The cord must be attached to a secure place on the operator s personal flota tion device PFD or arm or leg 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 po...

Page 37: ...me unstable which could result in loss of control and an accident Do not shift into Reverse while traveling at planing speeds Loss of control boat swamping or damage to the boat could occur A separate lever for each engine con trols both throttle and shifting In nor mal operation the levers are moved together Moving the levers forward from Neutral shifts into the Forward position and then as the l...

Page 38: ...are lifted all the way up All jet thrust is to the rear which moves the boat forward Neutral 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 bal ance of thrust acts like neutral to keep the boat from moving WARNING Leave the throttles in the idle posi tion when Neutral is selected The boat will start mo...

Page 39: ... the two buttons on the face of the lens The left button is the M Mode button and the right button is the T Toggle button Warning System Warnings will display automatically in the LCD of the master gauge Warnings may or may not be ac companied 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 select...

Page 40: ...arameter on the line simply do nothing and the reverse video will disappear and the parameter will remain To change to 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 Speed Engine RPM Fuel Level Volt age Engine Hours Water Temp Wa ter Depth Trip Odometer Highest Speed No Wake Mo...

Page 41: ...ress the M button to decrease the alarm point and the T button to increase the alarm point Press the M and T buttons simul taneously to save and exit 6 Instrument Diagnostics 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 simult...

Page 42: ...ledged by pressing the M but ton Once acknowledged the message will 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 ...

Page 43: ...outlet cooling water may not be circulating 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 out lets 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 corr...

Page 44: ...he stern light alone when anchored at night Put the switch in the middle posi tion to turn off all lights see page 3 9 Horn Pressing this switch activates the horn The horn can be used to signal other boats as required by the Rules of the Road see page 1 14 No Wake Mode The No Wake Mode System is useful for operating the boat at a steady speed with a minimal wake This is especially convenient when...

Page 45: ...ry Outlet There is a 12VDC outlet with resettable circuit breaker located on the main switch panel NOTICE Do not use an automotive cigarette lighter or other accessories with a plug that gets hot because the outlet can be damaged Switch Circuit Breakers The electrical circuit for each switch is protected by a circuit breaker If the button below a switch pops out push it back in with your finger If...

Page 46: ...ck into the fully front facing or side facing position There is also a friction lever to adjust how easily the seat rotates The driver must always be locked into the full front facing position before get ting underway STEREO SYSTEM A stereo CD player receiver with four speakers is standard There is also a remote control key pad at the swim platform Refer to the stereo system owner s manual include...

Page 47: ...front of the rear seat To open the engine hood lift the latch hook upward and lift the hood Hood Latch STORAGE COMPARTMENTS Your boat has convenient on board storage areas Bow Anchor Storage Under Front Seats Pull up the seat cushions to access the storage compartments Floor Locker ...

Page 48: ...carry any flammable sub stances in the battery compartment or any heavy or metal items that can damage the battery or cause a short circuit Sparks or fire could result Pull up the seat cushions to access the storage compartments WARNING PORT SIDE COMPARTMENT STARBOARD SIDE COMPARTMENT ...

Page 49: ...e rubber latch to the metal tab on the front side of the door To open the doorway unlatch the door from the driver s side console and lock it into place on the port side storage compartment Windshield Unsnap the retaining strap from the windshield and pivot it into place Rotate the two latches to keep the windshield secured When the wind shield is open be sure to secure it with the retaining strap...

Page 50: ...h the swim platform until it can drop down Before operating the boat return the ladder to its storage position WAKEBOARD TOWER AR210 MODEL 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 securely fastened to the tow pylon on the tower Do not tow a tube or other inflat able from the tower use the ski tow h...

Page 51: ... middle remove the inboard side knobs from the bottom end of the tower supports on each side Rear Tower Support Inboard Knob Outer Knob Upper Knob 3 Remove the knobs from the upper end of the tower supports and then rotate the tower supports toward the back of the boat so they rest against the tower support bar If desired the tower supports can be removed completely and stored in one of the boat s...

Page 52: ...e 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 them slightly loose Once all supports and knobs are in place tighten all knobs securely Also make sure that the upper t...

Page 53: ...ng 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 22 Boarding from a Dock or Landing Jetty 3 22 Boarding from the Bow 3 22 Stopping 3 23 Docking 3 23 Leaving a Dock 3 24 Beaching 3 24 Anchoring 3 25 Crossing Wakes and Swells 3 26 POST OPERATION CHECKS 3 27 TRAILERING 3 29 Hitch 3 29 Trailering Checklist 3 29 Ba...

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Page 55: ... 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 off the tank because gasoline could spill out 4 Wipe up any spilled fuel immedi ately 6 Close the fuel tank filler cap Make sure the fuel tank filler cap is secure ly close...

Page 56: ...a nently damaging the filter and reduc ing engine performance Follow the checking procedure carefully TIP Each engine has an oil tank system It is normal for the oil level to vary depending upon whether the engine is cold or at operating temperature Adding 1 US qt 0 95 lit of oil will raise the oil level on the dipstick by approximately 2 2 in 56 mm To check oil be sure the boat is level either in...

Page 57: ... they have been run for 5 minutes or more at 7000 rpm or above and then at a trolling speed for 2 to 3 minutes If the boat is on the trailer run the engine with the flush attachment at an idle speed for 6 to 8 minutes or at least 13 minutes if air temperature is 59 F 15 C or colder 2 Remove the oil tank filler cap wipe the dipstick with a clean rag and then screw the cap on securely Remove the cap...

Page 58: ...ge or cracks before launching ACCESS PORT CAPS Check for proper installation 3 6 JET WATER INTAKES Check that no debris is in the intakes before launching 3 7 FUEL SYSTEM Check fuel system for leaks 3 7 4 10 FUEL AND ENGINE OIL LEVELS Check fuel and oil level add as necessary 3 7 BATTERY Check battery condition mounting and connection 3 7 DRAINAGE SYSTEM Check and remove all water and fuel residue...

Page 59: ... The jet nozzles should point to port left when the wheel is turned left There should not be free play between the steering wheel and the jet nozzles Throttle Shifters Move the control levers several times through their full range of motion Operation should be smooth over the complete range of motion and the levers should return to Neutral without hesitation Before launching make sure both jet pum...

Page 60: ...ical type extinguisher with a capacity of two pounds or more If you choose to have two fire extin guishers the other fire extinguisher is to be mounted inside the compart ment under the rear passenger seat on 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 oxygen such as CO2...

Page 61: ...carefully check the jet intakes under the boat for 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 10 Re...

Page 62: ...ge Pump Your boat is equipped with a drainage system that channels water that enters the boat from the storage compart ments to the bilge under the engine compartment When the bilge pump is turned on see page 2 14 the pump will sense when there is excessive water in the bilge and will automati cally drain most of it through the out let For normal operation turn the bilge pump switch on during boat...

Page 63: ...inutes 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 prob lem you cannot locate or correct Operate the bilge blower switch for at least 4 minutes before starting the engines Open engine hood and check to be sure no gasoline ...

Page 64: ...ation of the starter switch Cooling Water Pilot Outlets Check that water comes out from the pilot outlets while engine is running in the water Refer to page 2 13 for correct operation of the device TIP It may take up to 20 seconds for water to reach the pilot outlets when first launching the boat The amount and force of the exiting water will vary with engine rpm A continuous flow of water from th...

Page 65: ...t 4 Attach the snap hooks to the strap eyes 5 The top should be snug and wrinkle free If the top is too loose or too tight adjust the front straps by slid ing the buckle up or down the strap as needed Do not exceed 45 mph 72 km h with the Bimini top in the up position Storing In the Upright Position 1 Unhook the front straps and pull the top to the back 2 Roll the fabric around the frames and zip ...

Page 66: ...ha Cover simply store the Bimini top in the fully collapsed position and install the cover If a cover is not used wrap an elastic cord around the top and secure the ends to the ski tow hook to restrict movement Removing the Bimini Top 1 Follow the steps for storing in the fully collapsed position 2 Remove the lock pins holding the Bimini top to the mounting brackets 3 The top can now be removed fr...

Page 67: ...fab ric of the top to the rearmost tower tube Tower Tube Zipper Flaps 3 Pull the top forward Unclip the plas tic clips and pull the forward sup ports toward the bow Extend the supports to the long position Plastic Clip Forward Support 4 Attach the forward support poles to the mount brackets with the spring loaded pins Forward Support Pole Spring Loaded Pin ...

Page 68: ... 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 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...

Page 69: ...l flotation device or your arm or leg before operating Failure to attach cord could result in a runaway boat if operator is ejected 1 Always make sure the boat is launched and used in waters that are free from weeds and debris and at least 3 ft 90 cm deep WARNING Never operate in water that is less than 3 ft 90 cm deep You increase your chance of hitting an underwater obstacle You could be injured...

Page 70: ... starter motor will turn the engine over 3 Put the control levers in the Neutral position The starter motor will not operate unless the shift lever is in Neutral Turn the ignition key to Start When the engine starts release the key If the engine does not start after 5 seconds of crank ing release the key Wait at least 15 seconds before trying to start the engine again BLOWER WARNING Gasoline vaper...

Page 71: ...gh the cooling water intake If single engine operation is unavoid able operate the boat at a no wake speed only STOPPING THE ENGINES To stop the engine return the throttle levers to the idle position then turn the main switches to Off The engines can also be stopped by pulling the engine stop switch lanyard Once the engines have stopped you have NO STEERING CONTROL over the boat You could collide ...

Page 72: ...clearances This ensures proper performance and promotes longer component life 1 Launch the boat and start the engines see page 3 15 2 For the first 5 minutes run the engines at trolling speed For the 30 minutes of operation after that keep the engine speed below 5 000 rpm For the hour of operation after that keep the engine speed below 8 000 rpm 3 Proceed with normal operation ...

Page 73: ...ty and a more reliable boat Know and follow U S Coast Guard state and local laws when operating your boat Select a wide area to learn in where visibility is good and other boat traffic is light Keep the proper distance from other boats and vehicles Do not oper ate where people are swimming Always attach the engine stop switch lanyard to your personal flotation device before operating You and all o...

Page 74: ... determines how sharply you turn A More throttle produces high thrust so the boat will turn more sharply B Less throttle produces low thrust so the boat will turn more gradually C Pulling the levers back to idle or Neutral produces only minimum thrust If you are traveling at speeds above trolling you will have rapidly decreasing ability to steer without throttle You may still have some turning abi...

Page 75: ... WATER Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of being near the jet thrust nozzles Do not board from the rear use swim platform or swim behind boat if engines are running Stay away from the back of the boat when engines are running Stay away from the swim step while the engines are running Exhaust gases coming from underneath it contain carbon monoxide...

Page 76: ... board at a time by stepping into the boat Never jump in Avoid stepping on slick gelcoat surfaces on the boat s gunwales especially if wet 2 Sit in one of the seats provided and put both feet on the deck BOARDING FROM THE BOW A ladder is available when boarding from the bow of the boat is desired such as when the boat is beached 1 Open the Bow Anchor Storage com partment see page 2 17 2 Extend the...

Page 77: ...n as soon as the throttle levers are returned to idle but will coast for a distance before fully stopping If you are not sure you can stop in time before hitting an obstacle apply throttle and turn in another direction DOCKING 1 Make sure no obstructions boats or swimmers are close to the boat Come to a stop before you reach the dock 2 Notice how wind and water currents are affecting boat movement...

Page 78: ...move the stern of the boat away from the dock 2 When the stern is out a few feet release the bow mooring then steer in the direction you want the bow to move Open the throttle slightly and begin to move away from the dock BEACHING 1 Make sure no obstructions boats or swimmers are near the beach 2 Approach the beach slowly and stop the engines when the water is about 3 ft 90 cm deep Remember turn i...

Page 79: ... up the boat until you have let out line that is 4 to 6 times the depth of the water For example if you are anchoring in 10 feet of water let out 40 to 60 feet of line Secure the line 4 Pull on the line to be sure the anchor is holding Also periodically check your boat s position against the shoreline to make sure it is not drifting and dragging the anchor Reset if necessary 5 To pull in weigh the...

Page 80: ...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 81: ...lt or fresh and other local water conditions 1 After putting the boat on the trailer flush cooling system on each engine to prevent the cooling system from clogging up with salt sand or dirt Refer to page 4 1 for the cooling system flushing procedure 2 Drain residual water from the exhaust system by starting the engine then alternately pushing the control lever up to half throttle and back to idle...

Page 82: ...gine compartment and bilge with dry rags Check the condition of the hull drain plug O ring and replace if necessary NOTICE Water can enter the boat if the drain plug O ring is damaged or missing Reinstall all drain plugs Tighten the hull drain plug secure ly before launching the boat Clean any foreign material such as dirt or sand from the threads before install ing the drain plug 6 Spray a rust i...

Page 83: ...railer hitch coupler Hitches are divided into class es that specify the gross trailer weight GTW and the maximum tongue weight Always use a hitch rated for the same or higher class Use a bolted on or welded on hitch clamp on bum per hitches are not recommended Be sure the trailer hitch s release handle is latched with the lock pin installed before towing Use safety chains between the tow ing vehic...

Page 84: ...ealer designed specifically for your boat is highly recommended to help protect your boat during transport and storage 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 tir...

Page 85: ...r boats first to notice any 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 Back the trailer down ...

Page 86: ...t the bow stop NOTICE The winch line is not designed to pull the boat onto the trailer 4 Attach and tighten the winch line NOTICE The winch line should not be the only line securing the bow during trailering Use the chain along with the winch to secure the boat to the trailer 5 Pull the trailer up the ramp out of the way of other boaters Attach the bow and stern tie downs Reconnect the trailer lig...

Page 87: ...ople 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 lift boat slowly and just far enough to verify that the boat is securely held and properly bal anced If necessary lower the boat again and adjust the slings When ready lift the boat slowly and carefully ...

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Page 89: ...rator s Manual and Tool Kit 4 6 Periodic Inspection Chart 4 7 Grease Points 4 8 Fuel System Inspection 4 10 Fuel System Cleaning 4 11 Engine Oil Filter 4 11 Air Filter 4 12 Steering Cable Inspection 4 12 Controls Throttle Shift 4 13 Reverse Gate Mechanism Inspection 4 13 Sacrificial Anodes 4 14 Fuse Replacement 4 15 Battery 4 15 SPECIFICATIONS 4 18 SX210 4 18 AR210 4 19 ...

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Page 91: ...will also help protect the fuel system TIP Use of Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and Stabilizer eliminates the need to drain the fuel system Consult your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic if the fuel system is to be drained instead COOLING SYSTEM FLUSHING Flush Hose Connector Garden Hose Adapter Cooling system flushing is essential to prevent the cooling system from clog ging up with salt sand or...

Page 92: ...to the crankcase causing severe engine damage Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds after the water supply has been turned off to avoid engine overheating 5 After stopping the engine remove the garden hose adapter 6 Replace the cap securely 7 Repeat the flushing procedure for the other engine LUBRICATION 1 Grease the areas of the boat speci fied in Grease Points in the adjust ment and mai...

Page 93: ...eriod check the specific gravity of the fluid at least once a month and recharge the battery if it gets too low CLEANING TIP Quality Yamaclean Yamashield and other Yamalube care products are available from your local Yamaha dealer 1 Remove the fuel tank compartment drain and allow any water to drain into the engine compartment Reinstall the drain plug Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable a...

Page 94: ... cause falls and injury Be care ful not to apply too much wax on deck and gunwale stepping surfaces This will make them slippery 6 Wipe all vinyl and rubber compo nents 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 ...

Page 95: ...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 peroxid...

Page 96: ...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 water craft To protect these materials it would be a good idea to put them in a water proof bag If your Owner s Manual is damaged or...

Page 97: ...er every use 4 1 Bilge strainer Cleaning Impeller Inspection Steering cable Inspection 4 12 Throttle cable Inspection Adjustment Reverse gate mechanism Inspection Sacrificial anode Checking Replace as needed after every use 4 14 Drain plugs Inspection Replacement Battery Inspection Inspect fluid level before every launch 4 15 Rubber coupling Bolts and nuts Retightening PERIODIC INSPECTION CHART Fr...

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

Page 99: ...dealer 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 ...

Page 100: ...or malfunctions If any 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 the carbon canister and tank vent valves The United States Coast Guard requires that all inboard boats like your boat have visual access t...

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

Page 102: ... Replace the filter every 2 years or every 200 hours whichever comes first or if it becomes contaminated with dirt or oil 5 Reinstall the air filter then lift the locking tab and install the case cap turning it clockwise until it stops STEERING CABLE INSPECTION Be sure to check 1 Check for smooth operation of the wheel and steering nozzles 2 Check for proper steering adjust ment The nozzles should...

Page 103: ...wn over the nozzles to the stops If the controls do not operate smooth ly or correctly ask your authorized Yamaha Boat dealer for service REVERSE GATE MECHANISM INSPECTION 1 Remove the engine stop switch lan yard and ignition keys 2 Put the throttle levers in the idle position otherwise the shift lever will not move 3 Push the shift lever to Forward from the Neutral position while a second person ...

Page 104: ...ssary can result in perma nent damage to the jet pump out lets and other metal components on the boat Never paint the anodes A coating of any kind will prevent the anode from functioning exposing other components to galvanic corro sion damage Replacement Procedure When the anode has eroded to approx imately one half its original size it should be replaced Ask your dealer for this service or you ca...

Page 105: ...ide Remove the battery from the boat before adding distilled water or recharging WARNING 4 15 MAINTENANCE CARE 4 FUSE REPLACEMENT 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 fuse holder and replace the fuse Ignition coil holder Fuse 10A Cap Fuse holder Accessory Fuse Fuse 20A The fuse is on the red lead wi...

Page 106: ...e de ion ized water suitable to use in batteries NOTICE Normal tap water contains minerals which are harmful to a bat tery therefore refill only with dis tilled water Recharging When charging the battery keep it well away from sparks and open flames as it gives off explosive gases When using a battery charger connect the battery to the charger before you turn on the charger This will prevent spark...

Page 107: ...ry Lead Black BATTERY REMOVAL Disconnect battery leads before removing the battery Disconnect the negative lead first BATTERY INSTALLATION Connect the red lead and accessory red lead to the positive terminal of the battery Connect the black lead and the black accessory lead to the negative terminal of the battery ...

Page 108: ...on ratio 11 4 1 Lubrication system Dry sump Cooling system Water cooled Starting system Electric starter Ignition system TCI Spark plug NGK CR9EB Spark plug gap mm in 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 Recommended battery Qty 1 Marine Grade Group 24 Dual Purpose 675 Marine Cranking Amp Battery capacity Voltage Amp Hours 12 85 Charging system Flywheel magneto DRIVE UNIT Propulsion system Jet pump Jet pump type...

Page 109: ...io 11 4 1 Lubrication system Dry sump Cooling system Water cooled Starting system Electric starter Ignition system TCI Spark plug NGK CR9EB Spark plug gap mm in 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 Recommended battery Qty 1 Marine Grade Group 24 Dual Purpose 675 Marine Cranking Amp Battery capacity Voltage Amp Hours 12 85 Charging system Flywheel magneto DRIVE UNIT Propulsion system Jet pump Jet pump type Axial...

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Page 111: ...r 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 5 TROUBLE RECOVERY ...

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Page 113: ...Run down Recharge 4 16 Poor terminal connections Tighten as required 4 16 Jet pump cleanout hatch Not latched Latch securely 5 5 Starter component Faulty Have serviced at Yamaha dealer Shift lever Not in Neutral Shift to Neutral 2 7 Starter motor turns over engine does not start Engine shut off switch Clip on cord is not in place Install clip in engine shut off switch 2 6 Fuel Empty Refill as soon...

Page 114: ... dealer Cracked torn or damaged Have serviced at Yamaha dealer Engine won t run over 3 000 rpm Engine overheat Jet intake clogged Clean 5 5 Cooling system clogged Clean 4 1 Boat speed too slow or loses power Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 5 5 Engine overheat Jet intake clogged Clean 5 5 Cooling system clogged Clean 4 1 Fuel Filter Clogged Have serviced at Yamaha dealer Spark plug Fouled or de...

Page 115: ...t keep speed to a minimum and avoid traffic or obstacles which could be a hazard to the driver on the boat The operator of the towing boat must keep speed to a minimum and avoid traffic or obstacles which could be a hazard to either boat The towing line should be long enough so the towed boat will not collide with the towing boat when slowing down RUNNING ON ONE ENGINE If one engine becomes inoper...

Page 116: ...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 system 4 Start...

Page 117: ...ged with weeds or debris follow this cleanout procedure 1 Turn off and remove ignition keys remove lanyard and wait for all movement to stop 2 Lift the hatch on the rear platform 3 Check that the retaining cord is securely attached to the cap and retaining strap Press the release button and lift the cap up out of the port Set the cap where it cannot be accidentally knocked overboard 4 Remove any w...

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

Page 119: ...Chapter 6 CONSUMER INFORMATION INDEX LIMITED WARRANTY 6 1 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 121: ... dealer will free of charge repair or replace at Yamaha s option any parts adjudged defective by Yamaha due to faulty workmanship or material from the factory All parts replaced under warranty will become the property of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A CUSTOMER S RESPONSIBILITY Under the terms of this warranty the customer will be respon sible for ensuring that the boat is properly operated maintai...

Page 122: ...r Corporation USA within ten 10 days of the transfer YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION USA 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 USA AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LI...

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

Page 124: ... Interruption Protection TRIP is included at no extra cost TRIP gives you up to 250 reimbursement per occurrence for any rea sonable expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service replace ment vehicle rental emergency towing phone calls even food and lodging when you are away from home This superb cov erage goes into effect when you purchase Y E S so it applies to any warranty repair...

Page 125: ...ator accidentally leaves the helm PFD A Personal Flotation Device also known as life jacket Planing Traveling at a speed fast enough so the boat has leveled out and is skimming on top of the water There is a wake Port The left side of the boat Stand On The vessel with the right of way when two boats meet Starboard The right side of the boat Stern The back part of the boat Sub Planing Traveling at ...

Page 126: ...ATOR 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 MAKE MODEL LICENSE TRAILER LICENSE DESTINATION INFORMATION DESTINATION LORAN OR GPS COORDINATES INTENDED ACTIVITY EXPECTED RETURN DATE TIME LOCAL U S COAST GUARD PH...

Page 127: ...ide 1 11 3 21 Caution labels 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 Change of address warranty 6 3 Checks Access port caps 3 6 5 5 Battery condition 3 7 4 3 4 15 Bilge 3 8 Cooling water pilot outlets 3 10 Engine compartment 3 9 Fire extinguisher 3 6 Fuel leak 3 8 3 9 4 3 4 10 Fuel oil level 3 7 Jet intake 3 7 5 5 Pre operation checks 3 4 Post operation checks 3 27 Steering 2 5 3 5 4 12 Throttle 3 5 4 13 Checklists 1 8 3...

Page 128: ...engine with oil 4 2 Fuel and engine oil 3 1 3 2 Fuel conditioner and stabilizer 4 1 Fuel level gauge 2 10 Fuel requirements 3 1 Fuel system inspection 4 10 Fuel system cleaning 4 11 Fuel tank capacity 3 2 Fuel tank filler cap 2 9 Fuse replacement 4 15 Fuses and circuit breakers 2 15 4 15 G Garden hose adapter 4 1 Gasoline 3 1 Gasoline and engine oil filling 3 1 Gauges 2 9 Getting to know your boat...

Page 129: ...nother vessel Rules of the Road 1 16 P Q Passengers 1 10 3 20 Period of warranty 6 1 Periodic inspection chart 4 7 Personal Flotation Devices 1 8 1 10 1 13 3 19 Post operation checks 3 27 Pre operation checklist 3 4 Pre operation checks 3 5 Primary Identification number 1 1 Protective apparel 1 10 1 13 R Reading owner s manual 1 7 Recharging battery 4 16 Replenishing the battery fluid 4 16 Reverse...

Page 130: ...13 Throttle levers 2 7 3 5 Thrust used for turning 1 11 3 20 Tilt adjustment steering 2 5 Tool kit 1 8 4 5 Tow rope length 5 3 Towing the boat 5 3 Trailering 3 28 Trolling speed 3 20 6 9 Troubleshooting 5 1 Turning 1 11 2 5 3 5 3 20 U V United States Coast Guard 1 19 Ventilating engine compartment 2 14 3 9 5 4 W X Wakeboarding 1 13 2 20 3 18 Warning labels 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 Warranty 6 1 Warranty per...

Page 131: ... 18626 09 42 2011 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A Printed in U S A AR SX 210 OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL W A R N I N G Read this manual carefully before operating this boat AR SX 210 Owner s Operator s Manual ...

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