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Care and storage

Checking the battery bands

Make sure that the battery bands are not
damaged.

To store the battery:
(1) Clean the battery case using fresh water.
(2) If the battery terminals are dirty or corrod-

ed, clean them using a wire brush.

(3) Apply YAMALUBE MARINE GREASE to

the battery terminals.

(4) Store the battery in a cool, dry place.

NOTICE:

Storing the battery in an un-

charged condition can cause perma-
nent battery damage. Check the
battery periodically.

[ECJ00102]

To install the battery:
(1) Place the battery in the battery compart-

ment and hook the battery bands onto the
holders.

(2) Connect the positive (+) battery lead (red)

to the positive (+) battery terminal.

NOTICE:

Reversal of the battery leads

will damage the electrical parts.

[ECJ00261]

(3) Connect the negative (–) battery lead

(black) to the negative (–) battery termi-
nal.

(4) Connect the breather hose to the battery.

WARNING! Fire or explosion could re-
sult if the breather hose is damaged,
obstructed, or not connected proper-
ly.

[EWJ00451]

(5) Make sure that the battery is securely

held in place.

Battery band

Battery terminal

Recommended water-resistant grease:

YAMALUBE MARINE GREASE

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Summary of Contents for VX Sport

Page 1: ...2010 WaveRunner VX Sport VX Deluxe VX Cruiser OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL F2N F8199 10 LIT 18626 08 71 U S A Edition Read this manual carefully before operating this watercraft DIC183 ...

Page 2: ...Read this manual carefully before operating this watercraft This manual should stay with the WaveRunner if it is sold UF2N10E0 book Page 1 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 3: ...ch if not avoided could result in death or serious injury NOTICE ECJ00091 A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the watercraft or other property TIP A TIP provides key information to make pro cedures easier or clearer EJU40400 Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing product improvement this product may not be exactly as described in this owner s opera tor s...

Page 4: ...t control functions 30 Remote control transmitter VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 30 Yamaha Security System VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 31 Engine stop switch 32 Engine shut off switch 32 Start switch 32 Throttle lever 33 Steering system 33 Cooling water pilot outlet 34 Water separator 34 Watercraft operation 36 Watercraft operation functions 36 Reverse system VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 36 Watercraft operation modes 37 Lo...

Page 5: ...arting off 73 Capsized watercraft 74 Beaching and docking the watercraft 75 Operating in weeded areas 76 After removing the watercraft from the water 76 Care and storage 77 Post operation care 77 Flushing the cooling water passages 77 Cleaning the watercraft 78 Battery care 78 Long term storage 81 Cleaning 81 Lubrication 81 Rustproofing 82 Maintenance 83 Maintenance 83 Tool kit 83 Periodic mainten...

Page 6: ...oval and installation pro cedures MODEL VX1100 J VX Sport VX1100B J VX Deluxe VX1100A J VX Cruiser EJU30300 Hull Identification Number HIN The HIN is stamped on a plate attached to the aft deck EJU30311 Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on a plate attached to the engine unit See page 44 for seat removal and installation proce dures 1 Primary Identification PRI ID number loca...

Page 7: ...his label is attached to the top of the cylinder head See page 44 for seat removal and in stallation procedures EJU30431 Manufactured date label This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head See page 44 for seat removal and in stallation procedures EJU30440 Star labels This watercraft is labeled with a California Air Resources Board CARB star label See be low for a description of your par...

Page 8: ...lower emissions than One Star Low Emission engines Three Stars Ultra Low Emission The three star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003 2008 ex haust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 65 lower emissions than One Star Low Emissio...

Page 9: ...labels 4 EJU30452 Important labels Read the following labels before using this watercraft If have any questions consult a Yamaha dealer 13 6 12 5 1 7 9 2 8 10 11 4 3 4 3 11 UF2N10E0 book Page 4 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 10: ...General and important labels 5 EJU35913 Warning labels If any of these labels are damaged or missing contact a Yamaha dealer for replacements 1 2 UF2N10E0 book Page 5 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 11: ...General and important labels 6 VX Deluxe VX Cruiser UF2N10E0 book Page 6 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 12: ...General and important labels 7 EJU35925 Other labels UF2N10E0 book Page 7 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 13: ...General and important labels 8 The following label indicates the correct direction to upright a capsized watercraft UF2N10E0 book Page 8 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 14: ... contained in these materi als EJU30730 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft Yamaha recommends a minimum operator age of 16 years old Adults must supervise use by minors Know the operator age and training require ments 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 Natio...

Page 15: ... hard for others to avoid you or un derstand where you are going Avoid areas with submerged objects or shallow water Take early action to avoid collisions Re member watercraft and other boats do not have brakes Do not release the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects you need throt tle to steer Always check throttle and steer ing controls before starting the watercraft Ride within ...

Page 16: ...m shore you should be accompanied by another boat or watercraft but make sure you stay a safe distance away It s good common sense Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep from the bottom of the water craft otherwise you increase your chance of hitting a submerged object which could result in injury This watercraft is not equipped with lighting required for night operation Do not o...

Page 17: ...tection Although helmets cannot protect against all foreseeable impacts a helmet might reduce your injuries in a collision with a boat or other obstacle A helmet may have potential safety haz ards as well Falling into the water could risk the chance of the helmet catching wa ter commonly known as bucketing and the resulting strain on your neck could cause choking severe and permanent neck injuries...

Page 18: ...he engine stops if you the operator fall off After riding remove the engine shut off cord lanyard from the wa tercraft to avoid accidental starting or unau thorized use by children or others Scan carefully for swimmers and stay away from swimming areas Swimmers are hard to see and you could accidentally hit some one in the water Avoid being hit by another boat You should always take the responsibi...

Page 19: ...ules of the Road for more information Visual distress signals It is recommended that a U S Coast Guard approved pyrotechnic device be stored in a waterproof container on your watercraft A mirror can also be used as an emergency signal Contact a Yamaha dealer or the U S Coast Guard for more information Watch A watch is helpful so you will know how long you have been operating the watercraft Towline...

Page 20: ... turning by continuing to supply some thrust while the watercraft is deceler ating but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handlebars The OTS system does not function below planing speeds or when the engine is off Once the engine slows down the watercraft will no longer turn in response to handlebar input until you apply throttle again or you reach trolling speed Prac...

Page 21: ...or people behind you before shifting into re verse Keep away from the intake grate while the engine is on Items such as long hair loose clothing or PFD straps can become entan gled in moving parts resulting in severe in jury or drowning Never insert any object into the jet thrust nozzle while the engine is running Severe injury or death could result from coming in contact with the rotating parts o...

Page 22: ...vere internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of falling into the water Normal swimwear does not adequately protect against forceful water entry into the rectum or vagina The skier should wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection A second person should be on board as a spotter to watch the skier in most states it is required by law L...

Page 23: ...ules that apply when you are oper ating your watercraft These rules are used in ternationally and are also enforced by the United States Coast Guard and local agen cies You should be aware of these rules and follow them whenever you encounter another vessel on the water Several sets of rules prevail according to geo graphic location but are all basically the same as the International Rules of the ...

Page 24: ...g across another vessel s path Overtaking you are passing or being passed by another vessel In the following illustration your watercraft is in the center You should give the right of way to any vessels shown in the white area you are the give way vessel Any vessels in the shaded area must yield to you they are the give way vessels Both you and the meeting vessel must alter course to avoid each ot...

Page 25: ...rnational Rules Vessels with trolling lines are not considered fishing vessels Fish ing vessels have the right of way regardless of position Fishing vessels cannot however impede the passage of other vessels in nar row channels Sailing vessel right of way Sailing vessels should normally be given the right of way The exceptions to this are 1 When the sailing vessel is overtaking the power driven ve...

Page 26: ...ing System has been devised for these waters This system uses buoys and signs with dis tinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory or advisory information These markers are white with black letters and orange borders They signify speed zones restricted areas danger areas and general information UF2N10E0 book Page 21 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 27: ...rse available through the watercraft section of the yamaha motor com website is a free 50 question learning course available to the public Upon successful completion of 80 percent or better the user can request a certificate of comple tion by mail or can download one immediate ly The Online Boating Safety Course provided by the Boat US Foundation is ap proved by the National Association of State B...

Page 28: ... areas like these is unavoidable ride slowly and obey all laws Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure that the exhaust emission and sound levels of your watercraft will continue to be within regu lated limits You have the responsibility to make sure that the recommended mainte nance in this owner s operator s manual is carried out Remember pollution can be harmful to the environment Do not refu...

Page 29: ...Safety information 24 waterways stay open for the enjoyment of a variety of recreational opportunities UF2N10E0 book Page 24 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 30: ...r speed The watercraft is more level and is skimming on top of the water There is a wake Bow The front end of the watercraft Stern The rear end of the watercraft Starboard The right side of the watercraft when facing forward Port The left side of the watercraft when facing forward Bilge water Water that has collected in the engine compartment Yamaha Engine Management System YEMS YEMS is an integra...

Page 31: ...in components Exterior 5 6 7 8 9 4 3 2 1 1 Hood 2 Handlebars 3 Seat page 44 4 Footwell 5 Bow eye page 45 6 Fuel filler cap page 50 7 Cooling water pilot outlet page 34 8 Gunwale 9 Sponson UF2N10E0 book Page 26 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 32: ...ge 46 3 Handgrip page 45 4 Reboarding step VX Cruiser page 45 5 Jet thrust nozzle 6 Reverse gate VX Deluxe VX Cruiser page 36 7 Ride plate 8 Stern eye page 46 9 Stern drain plug page 53 10 Speed sensor 11 Intake grate UF2N10E0 book Page 27 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 33: ... 32 5 Engine stop switch page 32 6 Glove compartment page 47 7 Multifunction information center page 39 8 Rearview mirror 9 Remote control transmitter VX Deluxe VX Cruiser page 30 10 Beverage holder VX Deluxe VX Cruiser page 48 11 Shift lever VX Deluxe VX Cruiser page 36 12 Throttle lever page 33 UF2N10E0 book Page 28 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 34: ...1 Water separator page 34 2 Fuel tank 3 Air filter case 4 Battery page 59 5 Flushing hose connector 6 Electrical box 7 Spark plug Spark plug cap Ignition coil 8 Oil tank filler cap Dipstick 9 Oil tank UF2N10E0 book Page 29 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 35: ...ompletely waterproof Do not sub merge the transmitter or operate it un derwater If the transmitter is submerged dry it with a soft dry cloth and then check that it is operating prop erly If the transmitter is not operating properly contact a Yamaha dealer Keep the remote control transmitter away from high temperatures and do not place it in direct sunlight Do not drop the remote control transmit t...

Page 36: ... The Yamaha Security System settings will be confirmed by the number of beeps when the remote control transmitter is operated and by the SECURITY indicator light of the multi function information center See page 39 for information on the multifunction information center TIP The beeper sounds two times for the nor mal operation mode or three times for the Low RPM Mode See page 37 for Low RPM Mode a...

Page 37: ...e engine When the engine is not running remove the clip from the engine shut off switch to prevent accidental starting or unauthorized operation by children or others EJU41650 Start switch NOTICE ECJ01310 Do not run the engine over 4000 r min on land Also do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds without supplying water otherwise the engine could overheat The start switch green button starts ...

Page 38: ...lever is squeezed VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Lock mode of the Yamaha Security System has been select ed See page 31 for Yamaha Security Sys tem setting procedures EJU31211 Throttle lever The throttle lever increases the engine speed when the lever is squeezed The throttle lever returns automatically to its fully closed idle position when released EJU31261 Steering system By turning the handlebars in the...

Page 39: ...of the cool ing water that is circulated in the engine is dis charged from the cooling water pilot outlet There is a cooling water pilot outlet on the port left side of the watercraft To check for prop er operation of the cooling system make sure that water is being discharged from the cool ing water pilot outlet If water is not being dis charged from the outlet stop the engine and check the jet i...

Page 40: ...n the drain screw to drain the water Catch the draining water in the drain pan or soak it up with the dry cloth so that it does not spill into the engine compartment If any water spills into the watercraft be sure to wipe it up with a dry cloth 3 Securely tighten the drain screw until it stops UF2N10E0 book Page 35 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 41: ...ng discharged from the jet thrust nozzle This allows the watercraft to move in reverse To shift into reverse 1 Release the throttle lever and let the en gine speed return to idle 2 Pull the shift lever rearward until it stops in the reverse position The reverse gate will lower and the watercraft will start moving in reverse at trolling speed To shift into forward 1 Release the throttle lever and l...

Page 42: ...L MODE indicator light of the multifunc tion information center See page 39 for infor mation on the multifunction information center TIP If the remote control transmitter is operated while the multifunction information center is in the standby state the center performs the ini tial operation and then the setting is selected To activate the Low RPM Mode Push the L Mode unlock button on the re mote ...

Page 43: ...onds Once the beeper sounds two times and the SECURITY indicator light blinks two times then comes on the L MODE indicator light goes off and the Low RPM Mode is deac tivated When the Low RPM Mode is deacti vated the watercraft returns to the normal operation mode 1 L Mode unlock button 1 SECURITY indicator light 2 L MODE indicator light L Mode 1 1 2 UF2N10E0 book Page 38 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 ...

Page 44: ...eive any operation input within 25 sec onds after the engine stops the center will turn off and enter a standby state When the engine is started again the displays return to their state before the center turned off and then the center starts to operate normally EJU35024 Information display The information display shows watercraft op erating conditions EJU31503 Speedometer The speedometer shows the...

Page 45: ...e engine speed EJU31555 Hour meter voltmeter The hour meter voltmeter has both an hour meter function and a voltmeter function By switching the meter it can be used as either an hour meter or a voltmeter TIP The hour meter is selected at the Yamaha factory Hour meter The hour meter shows the total number of hours that the engine has been running since the watercraft was new TIP The elapsed time wi...

Page 46: ...meter Push the select button for at least 1 second af ter the multifunction information center is acti vated for more than 10 seconds The display switches to the voltmeter from the hour meter EJU31514 Fuel level meter The fuel level meter shows the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank The amount of re maining fuel is shown using eight display seg ments which disappear two at a time as the fue...

Page 47: ...ent have a Yamaha dealer check the watercraft TIP Push the select button on the multifunction in formation center to stop the buzzer EJU31609 Engine overheat warning If the engine temperature rises significantly the engine overheat warning indicator and the WARNING indicator light blink and the buzzer sounds intermittently Then the en gine overheat warning indicator and the WARNING indicator light...

Page 48: ... a short circuit is de tected the check engine warning indicator and the WARNING indicator light blink and the buzzer sounds intermittently If the check engine warning is activated im mediately reduce the engine speed return to shore and have a Yamaha dealer check the engine TIP Push the select button on the multifunction in formation center to stop the buzzer UF2N10E0 book Page 43 Tuesday October...

Page 49: ...rtment VX Sport VX Deluxe VX Cruiser To remove the seat 1 Pull the seat latch up and then lift up the rear of the seat 2 Pull the seat rearward and remove it To install the seat 1 Insert the projections on the front of the seat into the stays on the deck 1 Seat latch 1 UF2N10E0 book Page 44 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 50: ...water When boarding the watercraft push the re boarding step down until it stops The step re turns automatically to its original position when released WARNING Do not use the reboarding step to lift the watercraft The reboarding step is not designed to sup port the watercraft s weight If the reboard ing step breaks the watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury EWJ01211 NOTICE ECJ00...

Page 51: ...atercraft s weight If the cleat breaks the watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury EWJ01510 EJU31683 Storage compartments This watercraft is equipped with the following storage compartments The storage compartments are not designed to be waterproof If you carry objects that must be kept dry put them in a waterproof bag Make sure that the storage compartments are closed securely b...

Page 52: ...he drain plug on the bottom of the storage compartment to drain the wa ter into the engine compartment 2 Securely install the drain plug in its origi nal position EJU41550 Glove compartment The glove compartment is located in front of the seat The glove compartment is removable 1 Hood latch 1 Bow storage compartment Bow storage compartment Capacity 50 0 L 13 2 US gal 11 0 Imp gal Load limit 5 0 kg...

Page 53: ...for information on the glove compartment The beverage holder is removable Do not place any items in the beverage holder while riding Otherwise the items may fall out of the beverage holder EJU40991 Fire extinguisher holder and cover The fire extinguisher holder and cover are lo cated in the bow storage compartment 1 Glove compartment latch 1 Glove compartment Glove compartment Capacity 7 0 L 1 8 U...

Page 54: ...fire extinguisher in the holder and then place the cover over the fire ex tinguisher 4 Securely fasten the cover and the fire ex tinguisher with the band 5 Push the rear of the hood down to se curely lock it in place Make sure that the hood is securely closed before using the watercraft 1 Hood latch 1 Band 2 Fire extinguisher holder and cover 1 1 2 UF2N10E0 book Page 49 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02...

Page 55: ...nol and that containing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if ethanol content does not exceed 10 and the fuel meets the minimum octane ratings E 85 is a fuel blend containing 85 ethanol and therefore must not be used in this watercraft All ethanol blends containing more than 10 ethanol can cause fuel system damage or en gine performance problems Yamaha does not recommend gasohol con t...

Page 56: ...ngine oil is extremely hot immediately af ter the engine is turned off Coming in con tact with or getting any engine oil on your clothes could result in burns NOTICE ECJ00391 Do not run the engine with too much or not enough oil in the oil tank otherwise the engine could be damaged Make sure that debris and water do not enter the oil tank filler hole Debris and water in the engine oil can cause se...

Page 57: ...n procedures 6 Loosen the oil tank filler cap and remove it and then wipe the attached dipstick clean 7 Screw the oil tank filler cap into the filler hole until it stops Remove the oil tank fill er cap again and make sure that the en gine oil level is between the minimum and maximum level marks 8 If the engine oil level is significantly above the maximum level mark consult a Yamaha dealer If the e...

Page 58: ...damaged allowing water to enter the engine compartment Make sure that the stern drain plugs are tightened securely before launching the watercraft Otherwise water may flood the engine compartment and cause the watercraft to submerge ECJ00361 EJU40534 Draining the bilge water on water A small quantity of bilge water will remain in the engine compartment even after the bilge water is drained on wate...

Page 59: ...art of the watercraft other than the bow eye and stern eyes to secure the watercraft to the trailer Otherwise the watercraft may be damaged Wrap the ropes or tie downs with towels or rags where they touch the body of the watercraft to avoid scratches or damage VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Do not transport the watercraft with the shift lever in the reverse position Otherwise the re verse gate may hit an ob...

Page 60: ...mponent life To perform the engine break in 1 Check the engine oil level See page 51 for information on checking the engine oil level 2 Launch the watercraft and start the en gine See page 66 for information on starting the engine 3 For the first 5 minutes operate with the engine at idling speed 4 For the next 30 minutes operate with the engine speed below 5000 r min 5 For the next 1 hour operate ...

Page 61: ...vel 59 Steering system Check the steering system for proper operation 59 Reverse system VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Check the reverse system for proper operation 60 Throttle lever Check the throttle lever for proper operation Check the throttle lever free play 61 Remote control transmitter VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Check the remote control transmitter for proper op eration 61 Engine shut off cord lan yard Che...

Page 62: ...seat is securely installed 44 POST LAUNCH CHECKS Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water is discharged from the cooling wa ter pilot outlet while the engine is running 64 Multifunction information center Check the multifunction information center for proper operation 64 Engine idling speed Check the engine idling speed 64 ITEM ROUTINE PAGE UF2N10E0 book Page 57 Tuesday October 6 2009 5 02 PM ...

Page 63: ...an result in fire or explosion Check for fuel leakage regularly If any fuel leakage is found the fuel sys tem must be repaired by a qualified me chanic Improper repairs can make the watercraft unsafe to operate Make sure that there is no damage leakage or other problem in the fuel system Check Fuel filler cap and seal for damage Fuel tank for damage and leakage Fuel hoses and joints for damage and...

Page 64: ...ed prop erly EWJ00451 Make sure that the electrolyte level is be tween the minimum and maximum level marks WARNING Never operate the wa tercraft if the battery does not have suffi cient power to start the engine or if it shows any other signs of decreased pow er Loss of battery power may leave you stranded EWJ01240 Make sure that the battery is securely held in place EJU32613 Steering system check...

Page 65: ... there is no difference between the right and left fully turned positions of the jet thrust nozzle EJU32634 Reverse system checks VX Deluxe VX Cruiser WARNING EWJ00031 Do not touch the reverse gate while the shift lever is being operated otherwise you could be pinched Difference between fully turned positions of jet thrust nozzle distances A and B Maximum 5 mm 0 20 in UF2N10E0 book Page 60 Tuesday...

Page 66: ...position when released Make sure that there is the proper amount of throttle lever free play when the throttle lever is in the fully closed idle position EJU40112 Remote control transmitter check VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Make sure that the remote control transmitter operates properly See page 31 for Yamaha Security System setting procedures and page 37 for Low RPM Mode activation procedures EJU32663 E...

Page 67: ...the start switch to make sure that the engine starts 3 As soon as the engine starts running push the engine stop switch to make sure that the engine stops immediately 4 Restart the engine and then pull the en gine shut off cord lanyard to remove the clip from the engine shut off switch to make sure that the engine stops immedi ately EJU40101 Storage compartment checks Make sure that the storage co...

Page 68: ...hat the jet intake is not damaged or clogged with weeds or debris If the jet in take is clogged clean it See page 90 for in formation on the jet intake EJU32475 Stern drain plug checks Loosen the stern drain plugs and remove them and then make sure that the plugs are not damaged and that there is no foreign ma terial on the threads NOTICE Before in stalling the stern drain plugs clean the drain pl...

Page 69: ...r pilot outlet check Make sure that water is discharged from the cooling water pilot outlet while the engine is running See page 34 for information on the cooling water pilot outlet EJU32713 Multifunction information center check Make sure that the multifunction information center operates properly See page 39 for in formation on proper operation of the multi function information center EJU40171 E...

Page 70: ...craft These mate rials should give you an understanding of the watercraft and its operation Remember This watercraft is designed to carry the operator and up to 2 passengers Never exceed the maximum load limit or allow more than 3 persons or 2 persons if a water skier is being pulled to ride the watercraft at any time EJU32995 Learning to operate your watercraft Before operating the watercraft alw...

Page 71: ... not apply throttle when anyone is at the rear of the watercraft Turn the engine off or keep it at idle Water and debris exiting the jet thrust nozzle can cause severe inju ry To start the engine 1 VX Deluxe VX Cruiser If the lock mode is selected for the Yamaha Security Sys tem setting select the unlock mode See page 31 for Yamaha Security System setting procedures 2 Move the watercraft to an are...

Page 72: ... red button to stop the en gine WARNING You need throttle to steer Shutting the engine off can cause you to hit an obstacle you are attempting to avoid A collision could result in severe in jury or death EWJ00601 EJU32872 Leaving the watercraft If leaving the watercraft remove the clip from the engine shut off switch to prevent acciden tal starting or unauthorized operation by chil dren or others ...

Page 73: ...or slow down before turn ing Sharp high speed turns may cause the watercraft to slide sideways or spin throwing the operator and passenger s overboard which could cause an injury Steering control depends on the combination of handlebar position and the amount of throt tle Water sucked in through the intake grate is pressurized by the impeller in the jet pump As the pressurized water is expelled fr...

Page 74: ...e steering OTS system It will activate at planing speeds should you attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing the throttle lever see condition C above The OTS system assists in turning by continu ing to supply some thrust while the watercraft is decelerating but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handle bars The OTS system does not function be low planing speed...

Page 75: ...s it could cause you to lose control be ejected or impact the handlebars EJU41580 Operating the watercraft in reverse VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Pull the shift lever rearward to the reverse po sition The watercraft will move in reverse See page 36 for information on the reverse system Make sure that there are no obstacles or peo ple behind you before shifting into reverse EJU36086 Boarding the watercraf...

Page 76: ...and 2 Pull yourself up to a kneeling position on the boarding platform and then move to the seat and sit astride 3 Attach the engine shut off cord lanyard to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the engine shut off switch 4 Grip the handlebars with both hands and place both feet on the floor of the footwell 5 Look in all directions start the engine and then start off slowly EJU33169 Boardin...

Page 77: ... the handlebars with both hands and place both feet on the floor of the footwell 4 Have the first passenger move to the rear of the watercraft 5 Have the first passenger board using the same procedure as the operator place their feet on the floor of the footwell and securely hold on to the operator 6 Have the second passenger follow the same procedure When the second pas senger is boarding try to ...

Page 78: ...Have the second passenger pull them selves up onto the boarding platform into a kneeling position and balance there Look in all directions and then gradually accelerate Then have the second pas senger crawl onto the seat while main taining their balance 7 Have the second passenger sit astride the seat place their feet on the floor of the footwell securely hold on to the per son in front of them or...

Page 79: ...ec tion you wish to go 2 Attach the engine shut off cord lanyard to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the engine shut off switch 3 Look in all directions start the engine and then start off slowly VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 1 Launch the watercraft move the shift le ver to the reverse position See page 36 for information on the reverse system 2 Attach the engine shut off cord lanyard to your le...

Page 80: ...the water craft over counterclockwise otherwise water can enter the engine which can result in severe damage ECJ00541 3 Start the engine and operate the water craft at planing speed to drain the bilge water from the engine compartment See page 53 for information on draining the bilge water If the engine does not start see Towing the watercraft on page 93 or Submerged watercraft on page 93 NOTICE D...

Page 81: ... se vere injury or death EWJ00601 4 Come alongside the dock and get off the watercraft EJU37193 Operating in weeded areas Always avoid using your watercraft in areas where weed growth is thick If operating in weeded areas is unavoidable alternately squeeze the throttle lever and relax your grip on the throttle lever to vary the engine speed Weeds tend to become clogged more when operating at a ste...

Page 82: ...t run the engine for more than 15 seconds without supplying water otherwise the engine could overheat Flush the cooling water passages to prevent them from clogging with salt sand or dirt 1 Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi tion 2 Remove the seat See page 44 for seat removal and installation procedures 3 Connect the garden hose adapter to a garden hose 4 Loosen the flushing hose connector ...

Page 83: ...fing the internal engine compo nents 3 Rinse the engine and engine compart ment with a small amount of water NOTICE Do not use high pressure water when rinsing the engine or en gine compartment as severe engine damage could result ECJ00571 4 Drain the water from the engine compart ment See page 53 for information on draining the bilge water 5 Wipe the engine and engine compart ment with a dry clot...

Page 84: ...at the battery terminals are not corroded or damaged Make sure that the breather hose is not clogged or damaged Checking the electrolyte level Make sure that the electrolyte level is be tween the maximum and minimum level marks If the electrolyte level is low add distilled wa ter to raise it to the specified level NOTICE Use only distilled water for replenishing the battery otherwise battery life ...

Page 85: ...ery 1 Place the battery in the battery compart ment and hook the battery bands onto the holders 2 Connect the positive battery lead red to the positive battery terminal NOTICE Reversal of the battery leads will damage the electrical parts ECJ00261 3 Connect the negative battery lead black to the negative battery termi nal 4 Connect the breather hose to the battery WARNING Fire or explosion could r...

Page 86: ...watercraft for a pro longed period such as winter storage top off the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and add one ounce of Yamaha Fuel Stabilizer and Condi tioner to each gallon of fuel in the fuel tank be fore starting the engine 2 Clean the watercraft See page 78 for in formation on cleaning the watercraft Wax the hull with a non abrasive wax such as Yamaha Silicone Wax EJU40624 Lubrication Use a ...

Page 87: ...ew and disconnect the air intake duct 3 Spray a rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Stor Rite Engine Fogging Oil into the in take opening for 3 seconds WARNING Do not spray flammable rust inhibitor products on engine surfaces while the engine is hot The sprayed substance or propellants could catch fire EWJ00261 4 Connect the air intake duct and securely tighten the clamp screw 5 Make sure that the area ...

Page 88: ...ement or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any marine SI engine re pair establishment or individual Warranty repair however must be performed at an authorized Yamaha marine dealership WARNING EWJ00311 Be sure to turn off the engine when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified If you are not familiar with ma chine servicing this work should be done by ...

Page 89: ...ry Page 10 hours 50 hours 100 hours 200 hours 6 months 12 months 12 months 24 months Spark plugs Check clean replace Lubrication points Lubricate Intermediate hous ing Lubricate Fuel system Check Fuel tank Check clean Engine idling speed Check adjust Throttle shaft Check Water inlet strain er Check clean Bilge strainer Clean Impeller Check Jet thrust nozzle angle Check adjust Shift cable and re ve...

Page 90: ...enough oil in the engine otherwise the en gine could be damaged It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer change the engine oil and the engine oil filter However if you choose to change the oil and filter on your own consult a Yamaha dealer Engine oil Replace 85 Oil filter Replace 85 Valve clearance Check adjust Item Operation Initial Thereafter every Page 10 hours 50 hours 100 hours 200 hours 6 m...

Page 91: ...ld 0 25 0 34 mm 0 0098 0 0134 in Lubrication system Dry sump Cooling system Water Starting system Electric Ignition system T C I Spark plug CR9EB Spark plug gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in Battery capacity 12 V 19 0 Ah Charging system Flywheel magneto Drive unit Propulsion system Jet pump Jet pump type Axial flow single stage Impeller rotation Counterclockwise Jet thrust nozzle angle 24 0 24 0 Fuel ...

Page 92: ...out Replace fuse and check wiring 91 Battery Run down Recharge 78 Poor terminal con nections Tighten as required 78 Terminal corroded Clean or replace 78 Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Engine does not start Starter motor turns over Throttle lever Squeezed Release 32 Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos sible 50 Stale or contaminat ed Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Fuel tank Water ...

Page 93: ... Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Cracked torn or damaged Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Electrical wir ing Loose connection Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Fuel injec tion system Faulty or clogged in jectors Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Warning light or in dicator blinks or comes on Fuel level Empty Refill as soon as pos sible 50 Oil pressure warning Oil pressure dropped Have serviced by Yamaha de...

Page 94: ...speed reduc tion control activated Add oil 42 Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Incorrect heat range Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Gap incorrect Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Spark plug cap Not connected or loose Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Electrical wir ing Loose connection Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Fuel Stale or contaminat ed Have serviced by Yamaha dealer ...

Page 95: ...engine will overheat and may seize NOTICE If weeds or debris gets caught in the jet intake do not operate the watercraft above trolling speed until they have been removed ECJ00653 If there is any sign that the jet intake or impel ler is clogged with weeds or debris return to shore and check the intake and impeller Al ways stop the engine before beaching the wa tercraft 1 Place a suitable clean clo...

Page 96: ...craft battery Do not touch the positive jumper ca ble to the negative jumper cable 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive battery terminals of both batteries 2 Connect one end of the negative jumper cable to the negative battery terminal of the booster battery 3 Connect the other end of the negative jumper cable to an engine hanger 4 Start the engine and then disconnect the jumper cab...

Page 97: ...h a fuse that has an improper rating can cause extensive electrical system damage and possi ble fire EWJ00802 4 Securely install the cap by tightening it until it stops 5 Securely install the seat in its original po sition 1 Electrical box 2 Cap 1 2 1 Spare fuse 2 Fuse 3 Cap 1 Fuse puller Fuse amperage Battery fuse 30 A Main relay drive fuse 10 A Electronic throttle valve fuse 10 A Security system...

Page 98: ...water could flood the engine compartment or water could flow back into the engine causing severe en gine damage ECJ01330 Tow the watercraft at 8 km h 5 mph or less NOTICE Tow the watercraft at 8 km h 5 mph or less otherwise water could flood the engine compartment or water could flow back into the engine causing severe engine damage ECJ01321 EJU36155 Submerged watercraft If the watercraft is subme...

Page 99: ...glect of the product Examples of abuse and neglect include but are not limited to 1 Racing or competition use modification of original parts abnormal strain 2 Lack of proper maintenance and off season storage as described in the Owner s Operator s Manual installation of parts or acces sories that are not equivalent in design and quality to genuine Yamaha parts 3 Use of lubricants oils and fuel oil...

Page 100: ...h new watercraft before sale 2 Explain the operation maintenance and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at the time of sale and upon your request at any later date In addition each Yamaha dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Q Is the warranty transferable to second owners A Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be transferred upon request The u...

Page 101: ...nt per occurrence for any reasonable expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service replacement vehicle rental emergency towing phone calls even food and lodging when you are away from home This superb cover age goes into effect when you purchase Y E S so it applies to any warranty repairs as well as covered repairs during your entire Y E S plan period Y E S coverage is honored at an...

Page 102: ... warning 42 Engine serial number 1 Engine shut off cord lanyard check 61 Engine shut off switch 32 Engine stop switch 32 Engine unit check 58 Enjoy your watercraft responsibly 23 Equipment 44 F Fire extinguisher check 63 Fire extinguisher holder and cover 48 Fire extinguisher holder cover and band checks 62 Flushing the cooling water passages 77 Fuel 50 Fuel level check 58 Fuel level meter 41 Fuel...

Page 103: ...ser 36 Riding position 66 Rules of the Road 18 Rustproofing 82 S Safety equipment check 63 Seat 44 Speedometer 39 Star labels 2 Start switch 32 Starting off 73 Starting off from a trailer 74 Starting the engine on water 66 Steering system 33 Steering system checks 59 Stern drain plug checks 63 Stern eyes 46 Stopping the engine 67 Stopping the watercraft 69 Storage compartment checks 62 Storage com...

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Page 106: ...Printed in USA November 2009 0 8 1 CR YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION USA DIC183 ...

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