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Instrument operation

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EJU44711

Fuel level warning

If the fuel remaining in the fuel tank drops to
about 8 L (2.1 US gal, 1.8 Imp.gal), the lowest
fuel level segment, the fuel level warning indi-
cator, and the “WARNING” indicator light
blink, and the buzzer sounds intermittently for
30 seconds.

If the fuel level warning is activated, refill the
fuel tank as soon as possible. (See page 48
for information on filling the fuel tank.)
After the fuel tank is refilled, the warning sig-
nals will be cleared when the engine is re-
started.

EJU43721

Oil pressure warning

If the oil pressure drops significantly, the oil
pressure warning indicator, the check engine
warning indicator, and the “WARNING” indi-
cator light blink, and the buzzer sounds inter-
mittently for 30 seconds. At the same time,
the maximum engine speed is limited.

If the oil pressure warning is activated, imme-
diately reduce the engine speed, return to
shore, and then check the engine oil level.
(See page 50 for information on checking the
engine oil level.) If the oil level is sufficient,
have a Yamaha dealer check the watercraft.

EJU43902

Engine overheat warning

If the engine temperature rises significantly,
the engine overheat warning indicator, the
check engine warning indicator, and the
“WARNING” indicator light blink, and the
buzzer sounds intermittently. After 5 sec-
onds, the engine overheat warning indicator
and the “WARNING” indicator light stop
blinking and remain on, and the buzzer
sounds continuously. After 30 seconds, the
buzzer stops. While the engine overheat
warning is activated, the maximum engine
speed is limited.

If the engine overheat warning is activated,
immediately reduce the engine speed, return
to shore, and then make sure that water is
being discharged from the cooling water pilot
outlet while the engine is running. If there is
no discharge of water, stop the engine, and
then check the jet intake for clogging. (See
page 93 for information on the jet intake.)

NOTICE:

 If you cannot locate and correct

the cause of the overheating, consult a
Yamaha dealer. Continuing to operate at

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Summary of Contents for WaveRunner EX 2023

Page 1: ...2023 WaveRunner EX EX SPORT EX DELUXE EX LIMITED OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL F3Y F8199 16 LIT 18626 13 98 U S A Edition Read this manual carefully before operating this watercraft DIC183 ...

Page 2: ...rth defects or other reproductive harm To minimize exposure avoid breathing exhaust service your vessel in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing this vessel For more information go to www P65warnings ca gov marine Read this manual carefully before operating this watercraft This manual should stay with the WaveRunner if it is sold UF3Y16E0 book Page 1 T...

Page 3: ...P provides key information to make pro cedures easier or clearer EJU45461 Engine data recording This model s ECM stores certain engine data to assist in the diagnosis of malfunctions and for research statistical analysis and develop ment purposes Although the sensors and recorded data will vary by model the main data points are Engine status and engine performance data This data will be uploaded o...

Page 4: ...a nent part of this watercraft and should remain with it even if the watercraft is subsequently sold EJU30224 WaveRunner EX EX SPORT EX DELUXE EX LIMITED OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL 2023 by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st Edition June 2022 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A is expressly prohibited Printed in U S ...

Page 5: ...ol function operation 31 Watercraft control functions 31 Engine stop switch 31 Engine shut off switch 31 Start switch 31 Throttle lever 32 RiDE lever EX DELUXE EX LIMITED 32 Steering system 32 Cooling water pilot outlet 33 Water separator 33 Watercraft operation 34 Watercraft operation functions 34 Reverse system EX SPORT 34 Shift system EX DELUXE EX LIMITED 34 Instrument operation 38 Multifunctio...

Page 6: ...ting off 74 Capsized watercraft 75 Beaching and docking the watercraft 76 Operating in weeded areas 76 After removing the watercraft from the water 77 Care and storage 78 Post operation care 78 Flushing the cooling water passages 78 Cleaning the watercraft 79 Battery care 79 Long term storage 81 Cleaning 81 Lubrication 81 Rustproofing 82 Maintenance 84 Maintenance 84 Periodic maintenance chart 85 ...

Page 7: ... for information on the seat storage compartment MODEL EX1050C Y EX EX1050B Y EX SPORT EX1050A Y EX DELUXE EX1050D Y EX LIMITED EJU30301 Hull Identification Number HIN The HIN is stamped on a plate attached to the aft deck EJU44440 Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on a plate attached to the engine unit See page 43 for seat removal and installation proce dures and page 47 fo...

Page 8: ...to the inside of the engine com partment See page 43 for seat removal and installation procedures page 47 for informa tion on the seat storage compartment and page 47 for information on the fire extinguish er holder 1 Engine serial number location 1 1 Emission control information label location 1 EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY MAX POWER kW DISPLACEMENT liters EPA CA FEL HC NOx CO g kW ...

Page 9: ...bel One Star Low Emission The one star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission standards Engines meet ing these standards have 75 lower emis sions than conventional carbureted two stroke engines These engines are equivalent to the U S EPA s 2006 standards for marine engines 1 Emission control information labe...

Page 10: ... 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 Emission engines Four Stars Super Ultra Low Emission The four star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2009 exhaust emission s...

Page 11: ...ant labels 5 EJU30455 Important labels Read the following labels before using this watercraft If you have any questions consult a Yamaha dealer 1 5 10 7 2 6 8 11 3 4 9 UF3Y16E0 book Page 5 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 12: ...General and important labels 6 EJU35914 Warning labels If any of these labels are damaged or missing contact a Yamaha dealer for replacements 1 UF3Y16E0 book Page 6 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 13: ...General and important labels 7 F3Y U415B 00 F3Y U415B 20 F3V U416A 00 F3V U416A 20 3 2 4 F4E U41E1 40 UF3Y16E0 book Page 7 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 14: ...General and important labels 8 EX SPORT F3K U41D5 20 5 UF3Y16E0 book Page 8 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 15: ...important labels 9 EJU44221 Other labels F0V U41F5 01 F1B U41F5 01 EX F3Y U41G1 20 F3Y U41G1 30 RATED PERSON CAPACITY 3 MAXIMUM LOAD 225 kg 496 lb YAMAHA 6 7 8 9 UF3Y16E0 book Page 9 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 16: ...General and important labels 10 F3Y U418E 40 F3Y U418E 50 XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX XXX PFD NEOPRENE 1 2 XXX XXX 10 11 UF3Y16E0 book Page 10 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 17: ...them the video may help reinforce the information contained in these materi als EJU30733 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft Make sure that the operator is 16 years of age or older and has taken a boater safety course Adults must supervise use by minors Your state or province may have addition al requirements You can find local rules by contacting the United States Coast Guard USCG the N...

Page 18: ...ystem assists the operator when slowing down and during slow speed maneuvering such as launching beaching and docking EX DELUXE EX LIMITED Avoid sharp turns slowing down rapidly by squeezing the RiDE lever forcefully and other maneu vers that make it hard for others to avoid you or understand where you are going Avoid areas with submerged objects or shallow water Do not release the throttle lever ...

Page 19: ...nal watercraft use Wear protective clothing Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of falling into the water or being near the jet thrust nozzle You must wear shorts with neoprene wet suit material to keep water from being forcefully injected into the rectum or vagina during a fall backward Riders not wearing neoprene shorts have received severe rec ta...

Page 20: ...w the helmet re quirements of the sanctioning organization Never operate the watercraft after consum ing alcohol or taking other drugs For reasons of safety and proper care of the watercraft always perform the pre op eration checks listed on page 55 before op erating the watercraft The operator should grip the handlebars firmly with both hands and the passengers should hold on firmly either to the...

Page 21: ...a safe distance from other boats and watercraft and also watch for ski ropes or fishing lines Obey the Rules of the Road and be sure to check behind you before making a turn or slowing down See Rules of the Road on page 20 According to the USCG boats under 6 1 m 20 ft in length like your watercraft must carry a fire extinguisher of a 5 B B 1 clas sification with a capacity of two pounds or more wh...

Page 22: ... tow a disabled watercraft in an emergency EJU44611 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 color less odorless gas that may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time Always operate the watercraft in an open area Do not touch the hot oil tank muffler or en gine during or immediately a...

Page 23: ...ump is directly connected to the engine This means that jet thrust will produce some movement whenever the engine is running There is no neutral po sition You are in either forward or re verse depending upon the shift lever position EX SPORT Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control be eject ed or impact the handlebars This could incr...

Page 24: ...hen he or she is not being pulled The watercraft must also have a cleat de signed to pull a ski rope do not attach the rope to any other location It is the watercraft operator s responsibility to be alert to the safety of the wakeboarder or water skier and others Know and follow all state and local regulations in effect for the waters in which you will be operating The operator should be comfortab...

Page 25: ... being pulled and slack in the ski rope is taken up Make sure that the rope is not looped around anything After checking that the wakeboarder or wa ter skier is ready and that there is no traffic or other obstacles apply enough throttle to raise the person Make smooth wide turns The watercraft is capable of very sharp turns which could exceed the abilities of the wakeboarder or water skier Keep th...

Page 26: ...e and speed except to avoid an immediate collision When you maintain your direction and speed the other vessel will be able to determine how best to avoid you Give way vessel The vessel which does not have the right of way has the duty to take positive and timely action to stay out of the way of the stand on vessel Normally you should not cross in front of the vessel with the right of way You shou...

Page 27: ...vessel is expected to maintain its course and speed You must stay out of its way until you are clear of it Likewise if another vessel is passing you you should maintain your speed and direction so that the other vessel can steer itself around you Other special situations There are three other rules you should be aware of when riding your watercraft around other vessels Narrow channels and bends Wh...

Page 28: ...ights to show which side of the buoy a boater should pass on when navigat ing in a particular direction The markings on these buoys are oriented from the perspec tive of being entered from seaward the boat er is going towards the harbor Red buoys are passed on your starboard right side when proceeding from open water into the harbor and black buoys are to your port left side An easy way to remembe...

Page 29: ...nformation 23 Remember markings may vary by geograph ic location Always consult local boating au thorities before riding your watercraft in unfamiliar waters UF3Y16E0 book Page 23 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 30: ...earning course available to the pu blic Upon successful completion of 80 per cent or better the user can request a certificate of completion by mail or can download one immediately The Online Boat ing Safety Course provided by the Boat US Foundation is approved by the National As sociation of State Boating Law Administra tors NASBLA and recognized by the United States Coast Guard This course meets...

Page 31: ...se 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 reg ulated 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 refuel or add oil w...

Page 32: ...s 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 integrated computerized management system that controls and adjusts ignition timing fue...

Page 33: ...ood 2 Handlebar 3 Footwell 4 Seat page 43 5 Pull up cleat EX LIMITED page 45 6 Boarding platform 7 Fuel filler cap page 48 8 Handgrip page 43 9 Reboarding grip page 44 10 Sponson 11 Gunwale 12 Cooling water pilot outlet page 33 13 Bow eye page 44 UF3Y16E0 book Page 27 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 34: ...Reboarding step EX SPORT EX DELUXE EX LIMITED page 44 3 Stern eye page 45 4 Stern drain plug page 52 5 Intake grate 6 Ride plate 7 Jet thrust nozzle 8 Reverse gate EX SPORT EX DELUXE EX LIMITED page 34 UF3Y16E0 book Page 28 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 35: ...3 Engine shut off switch page 31 4 Rearview mirror EX SPORT EX DELUXE EX LIMITED 5 Clip page 31 6 Throttle lever page 32 7 Multifunction information center page 38 8 Shift lever EX SPORT page 34 9 Glove compartment page 46 10 Engine shut off cord lanyard page 31 11 Engine stop switch page 31 UF3Y16E0 book Page 29 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 36: ...el tank 3 Air filter case 4 Flushing hose connector page 78 5 Oil tank filler cap Dipstick page 50 6 Oil tank 7 Battery page 58 8 Fuse box 9 Spark plug Ignition coil 10 Fire extinguisher holder page 47 11 Seat storage compartment page 47 UF3Y16E0 book Page 30 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 37: ...hers EJU44350 Start switch ECJ01311 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 the en gine when the switch is pushed Release the start switch as soon as the en gine starts to run If the engine does not start in 5 seconds release the start switch wa...

Page 38: ...the reverse gate lowers and the watercraft starts moving in reverse If the watercraft is moving forward the watercraft gradually slows down until it stops and then the watercraft starts moving in reverse When the RiDE lever is released it automati cally returns to its fully closed idle position and the reverse gate moves to the neutral po sition EJU31263 Steering system By turning the handlebars i...

Page 39: ...ter is being discharged from the cooling water pilot outlet If water is not being discharged from the outlet stop the engine and check the jet intake for clogging See page 93 for information on the jet intake TIP It will take about 60 seconds for the water to reach the outlet after the engine is start ed Water discharge may not be constant when the engine is running at idling speed If this occurs ...

Page 40: ... reverse at trolling speed To shift into forward 1 Release the throttle lever and let the en gine speed return to idle 2 Push the shift lever forward until it stops in the forward position The reverse gate will rise and the watercraft will start mov ing forward at trolling speed EJU43156 Shift system EX DELUXE EX LIMITED EWJ01774 Make sure that there are no obstacles or people behind you before sh...

Page 41: ...gate automatically moves to the neutral po sition To shift into reverse 1 Release the throttle lever 2 Squeeze the RiDE lever The reverse gate will lower the engine speed will in crease the watercraft will start moving in reverse and the R reverse shift indi cator will be displayed To shift into neutral from reverse Release the RiDE lever The reverse gate will automatically return to the neutral p...

Page 42: ...crease the watercraft will start moving forward and the F for ward shift indicator will be displayed TIP If the RiDE lever is squeezed while the throttle lever is squeezed the watercraft will slow down and once stopped move in reverse To shift into neutral from forward 1 Release the throttle lever 1 Reverse gate 2 Neutral position 1 N Neutral position 1 2 1 1 Throttle lever 1 Reverse gate 2 Forwar...

Page 43: ... release the RiDE le ver The N neutral shift indicator will be displayed TIP If the RiDE lever is squeezed continuously the reverse gate will move to the reverse po sition 1 N Neutral position 1 UF3Y16E0 book Page 37 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 44: ... engine is started again the displays return to their state before the center turned off and then the center starts to operate normally EJU35028 Information display The information display shows watercraft op erating conditions EJU43833 Speedometer The speedometer shows the watercraft speed By switching the display units the speed can be shown in kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour MPH TIP ...

Page 45: ...t age and the total engine hours are displayed alternately EJU43891 Shift indicator EX DELUXE EX LIMITED This indicator shows the reverse gate shift positions F forward N neutral and R reverse See page 34 for shifting proce dures EJU44701 Hour meter and voltmeter The hour meter and voltmeter are displayed in the tachometer portion of the information display while the engine is stopped The hour met...

Page 46: ...gnificant ly Lo is displayed on the voltmeter and all other display segments of the information display turn off If the battery voltage has ris en significantly HI is displayed If Lo or HI is displayed immediately return to shore and have a Yamaha dealer service the water craft EJU37272 Fuel level meter The fuel level meter shows the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank The amount of re maini...

Page 47: ...ge 50 for information on checking the engine oil level If the oil level is sufficient have a Yamaha dealer check the watercraft EJU43902 Engine overheat warning If the engine temperature rises significantly the engine overheat warning indicator the check engine warning indicator and the WARNING indicator light blink and the buzzer sounds intermittently After 5 sec onds the engine overheat warning ...

Page 48: ...d the buzzer sounds intermittently for 30 sec onds If the engine is stopped after the check en gine warning is activated the tachometer portion of the information display will show the hour meter and error code alternately at 3 second intervals If the check engine warning is activated im mediately reduce the engine speed return to shore and have a Yamaha dealer check the engine 1 Error code 1 UF3Y...

Page 49: ...the projection on the front of the seat into the stay on the deck 2 Push the rear of the seat down to secure ly lock it in place EJU31365 Handgrip The handgrip is used when boarding the wa tercraft from the water and when the spotter is facing rearward WARNING Do not use the handgrip to lift the watercraft The handgrip is not designed to support the watercraft s weight If the handgrip breaks the w...

Page 50: ...p to lift the watercraft The reboarding step is not designed to support the watercraft s weight If the reboarding step breaks the watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury EWJ01212 ECJ00743 Use the reboarding step only to board the watercraft in the water Do not use the re boarding step for any other purpose The watercraft can be damaged EJU34874 Bow eye The bow eye is used to atta...

Page 51: ...ch a rope to the watercraft when mooring it To use a pull up cleat pull it up The pull up cleat returns automatically to its original posi tion when released WARNING Do not use the pull up cleats to lift the watercraft The pull up cleats are not designed to support the watercraft s weight If the pull up cleats break the watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury EWJ00822 EJU31686 St...

Page 52: ...e compartment Return the hood to its original position and then hook the hood latches to secure it in pla ce EJU43781 Glove compartment The glove compartment is located in front of the seat To open the glove compartment Pull the glove compartment latch up and then lift up the lid 1 Hood latch 1 Bow storage compartment Bow storage compartment Capacity 7 0 L 1 8 US gal 1 5 Imp gal Load limit 2 0 kg ...

Page 53: ... removable EJU44501 Fire extinguisher holder The fire extinguisher holder is located under the seat See page 43 for seat removal and installation procedures The fire extinguisher holder is removable Glove compartment Capacity 14 0 L 3 7 US gal 3 1 Imp gal Load limit 3 0 kg 7 lb 1 Seat storage compartment Seat storage compartment Capacity 8 0 L 2 1 US gal 1 8 Imp gal Load limit 3 0 kg 7 lb 1 1 Fire...

Page 54: ...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 water craft All ethanol blends containing more than 10 ethanol can cause fuel system damage or engine performance problems Yamaha does not recommend gasohol con taining methanol because it can ca...

Page 55: ...rcraft with a full tank in direct sunlight 7 Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately with a dry cloth 8 Securely install the fuel filler cap by tight ening it until it clicks 9 Securely install the fire extinguisher hold er and seat in their original positions 1 Fuel filler cap Fuel tank capacity 50 L 13 2 US gal 11 0 Imp gal 1 1 Top of the fuel tank 2 Approximately 50 mm 2 in from top of the fuel ta...

Page 56: ...con tact with or getting any engine oil on your clothes could result in burns ECJ00392 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 serious engine damage TIP When checking the engine oil level on land the engine must be ru...

Page 57: ... that the engine 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 engine oil level is below the minimum level mark slowly add engine oil 9 Repeat steps 6 8 until the engine oil is at the proper level 10 Securely install the oil tank filler cap and turn it until it stops 11 Securely instal...

Page 58: ...stern drain plugs could be damaged allow ing water to enter the engine compart ment Check the O rings on the stern drain plugs and make sure that the plugs are tightened securely before launching the watercraft Otherwise water may flood the engine compart ment and cause the watercraft to sub merge ECJ00364 5 Securely install the stern drain plugs by tightening them until they stop EJU40536 Drainin...

Page 59: ...ICE Do not at tach ropes or tie downs to any part 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 EX SPORT Do not transport the watercraft with the shift lever in the re verse position Otherw...

Page 60: ...nent life To perform the engine break in 1 Check the engine oil level See page 50 for information on checking the engine oil level 2 Launch the watercraft and start the en gine See page 65 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 wit...

Page 61: ...r 58 Battery Check the battery connections 58 Steering system Check the steering system for proper operation 59 Reverse system EX SPORT Check the reverse system for proper operation 59 RiDE lever EX DELUXE EX LIMITED Check the RiDE lever for proper operation 60 Throttle lever Check the throttle lever for proper operation 60 Engine shut off cord lan yard Check the engine shut off cord lanyard for d...

Page 62: ...y closed 62 Seat Check that the seat is securely installed 43 ITEM ROUTINE PAGE Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water is discharged from the cooling water pilot outlet while the engine is running 62 Multifunction information center Check the multifunction information center for prop er operation 63 Shift system EX DELUXE EX LIMITED Check the shift system for proper operation 63 Engine idling...

Page 63: ... engine compartment Leave the engine compartment open for a few minutes to allow any fuel vapors to escape Make sure that there is no damage inside the engine compartment EJU34215 Fuel system checks EWJ00382 Leaking fuel can 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 ...

Page 64: ... in the engine compartment drain it See page 52 for information on draining the bilge water EJU32488 Battery checks Make sure that the battery terminals are not damaged and that the battery leads are con nected properly WARNING Never operate the watercraft if the battery does not have sufficient power to start the engine or if it shows any other signs of decreased pow er Loss of battery power may ...

Page 65: ...the right and left fully turned positions of the jet thrust nozzle EJU32636 Reverse system checks EX SPORT EWJ00032 Do not touch the reverse gate while the shift lever is being operated otherwise you could be pinched Operate the shift lever several times to make sure that operation is smooth throughout the whole range Also make sure that the reverse gate moves up and down according to the operatio...

Page 66: ... its fully closed idle position when released EJU32666 Engine shut off cord lanyard check Make sure that the engine shut off cord lan yard is not damaged If the cord is damaged replace it WARNING Never try to repair the engine shut off cord lanyard or tie it together The engine shut off cord lan yard may not pull free when the operator falls off allowing the watercraft to conti nue to run and caus...

Page 67: ...information on the fire extinguisher holder EJU44621 Fire extinguisher check Check that there is a full fire extinguisher on board To check the fire extinguisher see the in structions supplied by the fire extinguisher manufacturer Always keep the fire extin guisher stored in the holder Always carry a fire extinguisher on board A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this watercraft If y...

Page 68: ...ing the watercraft Otherwise water may flood the engine compartment and cause the watercraft to submerge ECJ00364 Securely install the stern drain plugs by tight ening them until they stop EJU44640 Hood check Close the hood hook the hood latches and check that the hood is securely closed EJU40147 Post launch checks Perform the post launch checks in the pre operation checklist while the watercraft ...

Page 69: ...d shift indica tor See page 34 for shift system operation procedures WARNING To avoid colli sions operate at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft EWJ01860 EJU40172 Engine idling speed check Start the engine and warm it up Use the ta chometer in the multifunction information center to make sure that the engine idling speed is not significantly above or ...

Page 70: ...ge 11 Also watch the WaveRunner Basic Orientation Video linked to the following QR code https yamahawaverunners com orientation A DVD is also available at your nearest dealer for your convenience These materials should give you an under standing 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 ...

Page 71: ...en launching the watercraft make sure that there are no obstacles around you If the watercraft is launched from a trailer someone should make sure that waves do not push the watercraft into the trailer EJU43582 Starting the engine on water EWJ01532 Do 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 nozzl...

Page 72: ...h red button to stop the engine 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 injury or death EWJ00602 EJU32874 Leaving the watercraft If leaving the watercraft remove the clip from the engine shut off switch to prevent acci dental starting or unauthorized operation by children or others EJ...

Page 73: ...the F forward shift indicator is displayed the watercraft will move forward at trolling speed even if the throttle lever is in the fully closed idle position See page 34 for shift system operation procedures EJU43424 Turning the watercraft EWJ01784 Do not release the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects as with other powerboats you need throt tle to steer A collision could result ...

Page 74: ...ow sharply you turn A More throttle produces higher thrust so the watercraft will turn more sharply B Less throttle produces lower thrust so the watercraft will turn more gradually C Releasing the throttle lever completely 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: ...rolling speed EJU44371 Stopping the watercraft The watercraft is not equipped with a sepa rate braking system The watercraft slows down by water resistance or when operating in reverse by the water jet The watercraft slows down as soon as the throttle lever is re leased but will coast for a distance before fully stopping If you are not sure you can stop in time before hitting an obstacle apply thr...

Page 76: ...XE EX LIMITED To avoid rear end collisions while operating the watercraft check behind you before us ing the RiDE lever to slow down or stop the watercraft EJU44682 Operating the watercraft in reverse or neutral EX SPORT EX DELUXE EX LIMITED Operating in reverse EX SPORT Pull the shift lever rearward to the reverse po sition The watercraft will move in reverse See page 34 for information on the re...

Page 77: ...1113 Be sure the operator and any passengers have practiced boarding from the water while still close to shore before riding A person who has made many unsuccessful attempts to get back on the watercraft may become fatigued and suffer from ex posure increasing the risk of injury and drowning Board the watercraft in water free from weeds and debris and at least 60 cm 2 ft deep from the bottom of th...

Page 78: ...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 foot well 5 Look in all directions start the engine and then start off slowly EJU43261 Boarding with passenger s EWJ01800 Severe internal injuries can occur if wa ter is forced into body cavities as a re sult of bei...

Page 79: ...lace both feet on the floor of the foot well 3 Have the first passenger move to the rear of the watercraft 4 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 5 Have the second passenger follow the same procedure When the second pas senger is boarding try to balance the watercraft together with...

Page 80: ...tle to steer ECJ01341 Never run the engine in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep from the bottom of the watercraft otherwise pebbles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake caus ing impeller damage and engine overheat ing EJU44381 Starting off from a trailer EX 1 Launch the watercraft and then turn it around so that the bow faces the direc tion you wish to go 2 Attach the engine shut off ...

Page 81: ... grate If the watercraft capsizes turn it over imme diately To upright the watercraft 1 Remove the clip from the engine shut off switch 2 Swim to the rear of the watercraft Turn the watercraft over by pulling on the ride plate with one hand while pushing down on the gunwale with your other hand or your foot 3 Start the engine and operate the water craft at planing speed to drain the bilge water fr...

Page 82: ...the jet intake causing impeller damage and engine overheating ECJ00473 4 After reaching land stop the engine and then get off the watercraft and pull it up on the beach To dock the watercraft EX EX SPORT 1 Make sure that there are no boats swim mers or obstacles near the dock 2 Release the throttle lever to reduce speed about 90 m 300 ft away from the dock 3 Slowly approach the dock and stop the e...

Page 83: ...verheat After operating and removing the watercraft from the water promptly discharge the re maining water from the cooling water pas sages To discharge water from the cooling wa ter passages 1 Make sure that the area around the wa tercraft is clear and then start the en gine 2 Discharge the remaining water out of the cooling water passages by alternately squeezing and releasing the throttle lever...

Page 84: ...verheat 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 and seat storage com partment See page 43 for seat removal and installation procedures and page 47 for information on the seat storage com partment 3 Connect the garden hose adapter to a garden hose 4 Loosen the flushing hose connector cap...

Page 85: ...oof the internal engine components to help prevent corrosion See page 82 for information on rust proofing 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 ECJ00572 4 Drain the water from the engine com partment See page 52 ...

Page 86: ... the battery Make sure that the battery case is not dam aged Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded or damaged Checking the battery voltage and charging the battery It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer check the battery voltage and charge the bat tery Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat tery as soon as possible if it seems to have discharged Keep in mind that the battery tends ...

Page 87: ... ter storage requires preventive maintenance to ensure against deterioration It is advisable to have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha dealer prior to storage However the following procedures can be performed easily by the owner EJU40256 Cleaning 1 Flush the cooling water passages See page 78 for information on flushing the cooling water passages TIP If you will be storing the watercraft for a p...

Page 88: ...rust inhibitor such as Yamalube Silicone Protectant Lubricant Rustproofing the internal engine compo nents Rustproof the internal engine components with a rust inhibitor such as Yamalube Stor Rite Engine Fogging Oil To rustproof the internal engine compo nents 1 Remove the seat and fire extinguisher holder See page 43 for seat removal and installation procedures and page 47 for information on the ...

Page 89: ...igi nal position and then fit the hooks onto the cover TIP Make sure that the air filter case cover is se curely installed 6 Fasten the fuel hose to the holder using the plastic tie 7 Make sure that the area around the wa tercraft is clear and then start the engine in a well ventilated area and let it run at idle for 15 seconds See page 31 for in formation on starting the engine 8 Stop the engine ...

Page 90: ... parts or accessories which are not qualitatively equivalent to genuine Yamaha parts are not covered by the limited warranty Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any marine SI engine repair establishment or individual War ranty repair however must be performed at an authorized Yamaha marine dealer ship EWJ00312 Be sure to turn off the eng...

Page 91: ... separator Check O rings for cracks and deformation Fuel tank Check installation and straps Water inlet strainer Check for clogs and dam age Cooling water hos es Check for damage and leakage and check clamps Engine oil Replace 87 Oil filter Replace 87 Spark plugs Check Battery Check state of charge terminals and bands Battery leads Check terminals Steering master Check operation and for looseness ...

Page 92: ... spline Check for damage and lu bricate splines Jet pump bearings Check bearings and grease condition Jet thrust nozzle Check movement and lu bricate Jet vacuum bilge Check hoses for clogs and damage check clamps and clean bilge strainer Stern drain plugs Check O rings Anode Check for corrosion and clean 2 Valve clearance Check and adjust 2 Rubber coupling Check for cracks inden tations looseness ...

Page 93: ...on your clothes could result in burns ECJ00992 Do not run the engine with too much or not 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 UF3Y16E0 book Page 87 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 94: ...n Engine Engine type Liquid cooled 4 stroke DOHC Number of cylinders 3 Engine displacement 1049 cm Bore stroke 82 0 66 2 mm 3 23 2 61 in Compression ratio 11 0 1 Valve clearance intake cold 0 15 0 22 mm 0 0059 0 0087 in Valve clearance exhaust cold 0 26 0 32 mm 0 0102 0 0126 in Lubrication system Dry sump Cooling system Water Starting system Electric Ignition system T C I Spark plug NGK CR9EB Spar...

Page 95: ... type SAE SAE 10W 30 10W 40 20W 40 20W 50 Recommended engine oil grade API API SG SH SJ SL Fuel tank total capacity 50 L 13 2 US gal 11 0 Imp gal Engine oil quantity with oil filter re placement 3 4 L 3 59 US qt 2 99 Imp qt Engine oil quantity without oil filter re placement 3 2 L 3 38 US qt 2 82 Imp qt Engine oil total quantity 3 7 L 3 91 US qt 3 26 Imp qt UF3Y16E0 book Page 89 Tuesday August 9 2...

Page 96: ...own Recharge 79 Poor terminal con nections Tighten as required 79 Terminal corroded Clean or replace 79 Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Engine does not start Starter motor turns over Throttle lever Squeezed Release 31 Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer RiDE lever EX DELUXE EX LIMITED Squeezed Release 31 Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Fuel Fuel tank empty Refill as soo...

Page 97: ...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 warning Fuel tank empty Refill as soon as pos sible 48 Oil pressure warning Oil pressure dropped Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 41 Engine over heat warning Jet intake clogged ...

Page 98: ...l 41 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 Electrical wir ing Loose connection Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Fuel Stale or contaminat ed Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Air filter Clogged Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Oil buildup Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Throttle lever Fa...

Page 99: ... overheat and may seize NOTICE If weeds or debris gets caught in the jet intake do not operate the water craft above trolling speed until they have been removed ECJ00654 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 watercraft 1 Place a suitable clean cloth or carpe...

Page 100: ...the reverse gate to the forward po sition TIP While the shift rod is disconnected the re verse gate will not move to the neutral po sition or reverse position even if the RiDE lever is squeezed If the RiDE lever is squeezed while the shift rod is disconnected the watercraft will move forward EJU34642 Jumping the battery If the watercraft battery has run down the en gine can be started using a 12 v...

Page 101: ...owing boat and the wa tercraft 1 Securely attach the towline to the bow eye of the watercraft being towed 2 Sit astride the seat and hold on to the handlebars in order to balance the water craft NOTICE The bow must be kept up out of the water during towing oth erwise water could flood the engine compartment or water could flow back into the engine causing severe engine damage ECJ01331 Tow the wate...

Page 102: ... for informa tion on draining the bilge water 3 Have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha dealer as soon as possible NOTICE Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer inspect the watercraft Other wise serious engine damage could result ECJ00792 UF3Y16E0 book Page 96 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 103: ...materials or submersion f Growth of marine organism on motor or hull surfaces g Normal deterioration h Gel coat stress cracks i Damage due to improper transportation SPECIFIC PARTS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY Parts replaced due to normal wear or routine maintenance such as oil spark plugs fuel filters impeller and liner and anodes are not covered by warranty Charges for transporting the WaveRunner wate...

Page 104: ...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 uni...

Page 105: ...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 106: ...number 1 Engine shut off cord lanyard check 60 Engine shut off switch 31 Engine stop switch 31 Engine unit check 58 Enjoy your watercraft responsibly 25 Equipment 43 F Fire extinguisher check 61 Fire extinguisher holder 47 Fire extinguisher holder checks 61 Flushing the cooling water passages 78 Fuel 48 Fuel level check 57 Fuel level meter 40 Fuel level warning 41 Fuel requirements 48 Fuel system ...

Page 107: ...MITED 32 Riding position 65 Rules of the Road 20 Rustproofing 82 S Safety equipment check 61 Seat 43 Seat storage compartment 47 Shift indicator EX DELUXE EX LIMITED 39 Shift system check EX DELUXE EX LIMITED 63 Shift system EX DELUXE EX LIMITED 34 Speedometer 38 Star labels 3 Start switch 31 Starting off 74 Starting off from a trailer 74 Starting the engine on water 65 Steering system 32 Steering...

Page 108: ...UF3Y16E0 book Page 102 Tuesday August 9 2022 11 18 AM ...

Page 109: ...Genuine Yamaha Accessories will fit right and perform right right out of the box Yamalube Take care of your Yamaha with legendary Yamalube oils lubricants and care products They re formulated and approved by the toughest judges we know the Yamaha engineering teams that know your Yamaha from the inside out GenuineYamaha Service Manuals Get the same factory manual for your vehicle that the technicia...

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