Yamaha WaveRunner VX Cruiser HO 2020 Owner'S/Operator'S Manual Download

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Pre-operation checks

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 below the
specified range.

Shift indicator

“F” (Forward position)

“N” (Neutral position)

“R” (Reverse position)

Engine idling speed:

1300

100 r/min

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Summary of Contents for WaveRunner VX Cruiser HO 2020

Page 1: ...Read this manual carefully before operating this watercraft OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL 2020 WaveRunner VX Cruiser HO F4E F8199 74 E0 UF4E74E0 book Page 1 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 2: ...Read this manual carefully before operating this watercraft This manual should stay with the WaveRunner if it is sold UF4E74E0 book Page 1 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 3: ...ied Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014 30 EU EN 55012 2007 A1 2009 Standards EN 61000 6 2 2005 D A1 A1 B C B C B D B D B E B E B F B F G G G H H H EN 61000 6 1 2007 Model Name 6FG Combustion Cycle 4 stroke Fuel Type Petrol ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Essential requirements Standards Other normative document method Technical file Please specify in more detail mandatory standard Annex I A Desig...

Page 4: ...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 EJU45451 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 po...

Page 5: ...al should be considered a perma nent part of this watercraft and should remain with it even if the watercraft is subsequently sold EJU30234 WaveRunner VX Cruiser HO OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL 2020 by Yamaha Motor Co Ltd 1st Edition June 2019 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co Ltd is expressly prohibited Printed in U S A UF4E74E0 ...

Page 6: ...ff switch 27 Start switch 27 Throttle lever 28 RiDE lever 28 Steering system 28 Cooling water pilot outlet 29 Water separator 29 Watercraft operation 31 Watercraft operation functions 31 Shift system 31 Watercraft operation modes 33 Low RPM Mode 33 No wake mode 34 Cruise assist 36 Instrument operation 38 Multifunction information center 38 Information display 38 Hour meter 41 Voltmeter 41 Equipmen...

Page 7: ...weeded areas 78 After removing the watercraft from the water 79 Care and storage 80 Post operation care 80 Flushing the cooling water passages 80 Cleaning the watercraft 81 Battery care 81 Long term storage 84 Cleaning 84 Lubrication 84 Rustproofing 84 Maintenance 85 Maintenance 85 Removing and installing the engine cover 85 Periodic maintenance chart 87 Engine oil and oil filter 89 Specifications...

Page 8: ...ation pro cedures and page 48 for information on the removable watertight storage compartment MODEL VC1800 V VX Cruiser HO EJU36551 Craft Identification Number CIN The CIN is stamped on a plate attached to the aft deck EJU30312 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 1 Primary Identifi...

Page 9: ... A full explana tion of this information is given in the relevant sections of this manual Design category of this personal water craft C Category C This watercraft is designed to operate in winds up to Beaufort force 6 and the associ ated wave heights significant wave heights up to 2 m 6 56 ft see the following TIP Such conditions may be encountered in ex posed inland waters in estuaries and in co...

Page 10: ...ave height is the mean height of the highest one third of the waves which approximately corresponds to the wave height estimated by an experienced observer However some waves will be dou ble this height UF4E74E0 book Page 3 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 11: ... labels 4 EJU30454 Important labels Read the following labels before using this watercraft If you have any questions consult a Yamaha dealer 4 8 12 1 3 7 5 11 2 9 13 6 10 UF4E74E0 book Page 4 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 12: ...General and important labels 5 EJU35914 Warning labels If any of these labels are damaged or missing contact a Yamaha dealer for replacements 1 UF4E74E0 book Page 5 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 13: ...General and important labels 6 3 4 2 UF4E74E0 book Page 6 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 14: ...General and important labels 7 F0V U41DB 12 F1S U415B 11 5 6 7 F3V U416A 10 UF4E74E0 book Page 7 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 15: ...General and important labels 8 EJU44232 Other labels F1B U41F5 21 6EY 43394 10 B16 F811S 00 E5 B4F F817K 00 E10 0499 8 9 10 11 12 UF4E74E0 book Page 8 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 16: ...General and important labels 9 The following CE marking is located on the back of the remote control transmitter 13 UF4E74E0 book Page 9 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 17: ...l they too have read this own er s operator s manual the Riding Practice Guide the Riding Instruction card and all labels EJU30743 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 This watercraft is designed to carry the op erator and up to 2 passengers Never ex ceed the ma...

Page 18: ...id you or understand where you are going Avoid areas with submerged objects or shallow water Do not release the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects as with other powerboats you need throttle to steer Al ways check throttle and steering controls before starting the watercraft Ride within your limits and avoid aggres sive maneuvers to reduce the risk of loss of control ejection and...

Page 19: ...d 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 tal vaginal and internal injuries resulting in permanent damage Normal swimwear does not offer ade...

Page 20: ...peti tion follow the helmet requirements 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 58 before op erating the watercraft The operator should grip the handlebars firmly with both hands and the passengers should hold on firmly...

Page 21: ...rules and be sure to check behind you before making a turn or slowing down See Safe boating rules on page 18 EJU30841 Recommended equipment The following items should be carried on board your watercraft Sound signaling device You should carry a whistle or other sound signaling device that can be used to signal other boats Visual distress signals It is recommended that a pyrotechnic de vice which i...

Page 22: ...r without throttle This model is equipped with the Yamaha Engine Management System YEMS that includes an off throttle steering OTS sys tem It will activate at planing speeds should you attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing the throttle lever The OTS system assists in turning by continuing to supply some thrust while the watercraft is decelerating but you can turn more sharp ly if you app...

Page 23: ...ose 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 of the jet pump Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch before removing any debris or weeds which may hav...

Page 24: ...a bright ly colored one so boat operators can see the person being pulled The wakeboarder or water skier should wear protective clothing Severe internal in juries 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 person being pulled should wear a wetsuit bottom...

Page 25: ...f a standard ski rope away from any potential hazard The operators of boats and other water craft may not be aware that you are pulling a wakeboarder or water skier Together with the spotter pay attention to others around you and cruise at safe speeds Be alert to the hazard of the ski rope handle snapping back at the watercraft when the wakeboarder or water skier falls or is un able to get up Towi...

Page 26: ...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 27: ...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 28: ...xterior 1 10 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 Hood 2 Fuel filler cap page 50 3 Handlebar 4 Front seat page 43 5 Rear seat page 43 6 Footwell 7 Sponson 8 Gunwale 9 Cooling water pilot outlet page 29 10 Bow eye page 45 UF4E74E0 book Page 21 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 29: ...latform 2 Cleat page 45 3 Handgrip page 44 4 Stern eye page 45 5 Stern drain plug page 55 6 Reverse gate page 31 7 Jet thrust nozzle 8 Ride plate 9 Reboarding step page 44 10 Speed sensor 11 Intake grate UF4E74E0 book Page 22 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 30: ...7 6 Remote control transmitter page 25 7 Engine shut off cord lanyard page 27 8 Engine stop switch page 27 9 Rearview mirror 10 Cruise assist up switch page 36 11 Multifunction information center page 38 12 Throttle lever page 28 13 SET switch page 36 14 Cruise assist down switch page 36 15 NO WAKE MODE switch page 34 UF4E74E0 book Page 23 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 31: ...nition coil 3 Engine oil filler cap page 53 4 Removable watertight storage compart ment page 48 5 Air filter case 6 Water separator page 29 7 Fuel tank 8 Dipstick page 53 9 Engine cover 10 Battery page 61 11 Flushing hose connector page 80 UF4E74E0 book Page 24 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 32: ...remote control transmitter is not completely 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...

Page 33: ...r TIP The beeper sounds two times for the nor mal operation mode or three times for the Low RPM Mode See page 33 for Low RPM Mode activation procedures If the remote control transmitter is operated while the multifunction information center is in the standby state the center will per form the initial operation and then the set ting is selected To select the lock mode Push the lock button on the re...

Page 34: ... by children or others EJU42323 Start switch NOTICE 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 re...

Page 35: ...is squeezed The throttle lever returns automatically to its fully closed idle position when released EJU43342 RiDE lever When the RiDE lever is squeezed 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...

Page 36: ...olling speed EJU35975 Cooling water pilot outlet When the engine is running some of the cooling water that is circulated in the engine is discharged from the cooling water pilot outlet There is a cooling water pilot outlet on the port left side of the watercraft To check for proper operation of the cooling system make sure that water is being discharged from the cooling water pilot outlet If water...

Page 37: ...arator 2 Gradually loosen 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 1 Water separator 2 Drain screw 2 1 UF4E74E0 book Page 30 Wednesday July 17 2019 ...

Page 38: ...e lowers and de flects the water jet being discharged from the jet thrust nozzle so that the watercraft moves in reverse or is in neutral When the throttle le ver is squeezed the reverse gate rises and the watercraft moves forward TIP This model is equipped with a function which limits the engine speed in reverse When the engine is started the reverse gate automatically moves to the neutral po sit...

Page 39: ...d 1 Release the RiDE lever 2 Squeeze the throttle lever The reverse gate will rise completely the engine speed will increase the watercraft will start moving forward and the F for ward shift indicator will be displayed 1 RiDE lever 1 Reverse gate 2 Neutral position 1 N Neutral position 1 1 2 1 1 Throttle lever 1 Reverse gate 2 Forward position 1 F Forward position 1 1 2 1 UF4E74E0 book Page 32 Wed...

Page 40: ...ximum engine speed in the normal mode The Low RPM Mode can only be activated and deactivated by operating the remote control transmitter that is included with this watercraft See page 25 for information on the remote control transmitter TIP The Low RPM Mode can only be activated when the engine is stopped in the unlock mode of the Yamaha Security System Activating and deactivating the Low RPM Mode...

Page 41: ...ight will come on when the engine is started To deactivate the Low RPM Mode Push the L Mode unlock button on the re mote control transmitter for more than 4 sec onds Once the beeper sounds two times and the UNLOCK indicator light blinks two times then comes on the L MODE indica tor light goes off and the Low RPM Mode is deactivated When the Low RPM Mode is de activated the watercraft returns to th...

Page 42: ... throttle lever and let the en gine speed return to idle 2 Push and hold the NO WAKE MODE switch Once the beeper sounds three times quickly and 8 when kilometers are selected or 5 when miles are se lected starts blinking in the digital speedometer display the no wake mode is activated Keep the throttle lever in the fully closed idle position when the no wake mode is activated TIP The digital speed...

Page 43: ...ke mode To activate the cruise assist 1 Operate the throttle lever until the de sired engine speed is reached 2 When the engine speed reaches the de sired cruise assist setting push the SET switch Once the beeper sounds three times quickly and the digital speed ometer display starts blinking the cruise assist is activated When the cruise as sist is activated slowly squeeze the throttle lever to ke...

Page 44: ...ill sound one time quickly and the set engine speed will change However the adjustment is limited to a maximum of five increments above or below the initial cruise assist set ting To deactivate the cruise assist Relax your grip on the throttle lever The beeper sounds two times quickly and the dig ital speedometer display stops blinking when the cruise assist is deactivated 1 Cruise assist up switc...

Page 45: ... does not receive 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 EJU35027 Information display The information display shows watercraft op erating conditions EJU43832 Speedometer The speedome...

Page 46: ...ine speed The outer numbers 1000 r min and display segments on the meter show the engine speed EJU43891 Shift indicator This indicator shows the reverse gate shift positions F forward N neutral and R reverse See page 31 for shifting proce dures EJU31515 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 displ...

Page 47: ...r 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 53 for information on checking the engine oil level If the oil level is suffici...

Page 48: ...alfunction or a short circuit is de tected the check engine warning indicator and the WARNING indicator light blink and the buzzer sounds intermittently for 30 sec onds If the engine is stopped after the check en gine warning is activated the information dis play will indicate an error code If the check engine warning is activated im mediately reduce the engine speed return to shore and have a Yam...

Page 49: ...eter and the information display hour meter and indicator lights turn off If the battery voltage has risen significantly HI is displayed If Lo or HI is displayed immediately return to shore and have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft 1 Voltmeter 1 UF4E74E0 book Page 42 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 50: ...up and then lift up the rear of the seat 2 Pull the seat rearward and remove it To install the rear seat 1 Insert the projections on the front of the seat into the stays on the deck 2 Push the rear of the seat down to secure ly lock it in place To remove the front seat 1 Remove the rear seat 2 Pull the front seat latch up and then lift up the rear of the seat 1 Seat latch 1 1 Seat latch 1 UF4E74E0...

Page 51: ...ift the watercraft The handgrip is not designed to support the watercraft s weight If the handgrip breaks the watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury EWJ00022 EJU34865 Reboarding step The reboarding step is used to assist in re boarding the watercraft from the water When boarding the watercraft push the re boarding step down until it stops The step returns automatically to its or...

Page 52: ... mooring or towing it in an emergency See page 98 for information on towing the watercraft EJU34882 Stern eyes The stern eyes are used to attach a rope to the watercraft when transporting or mooring it EJU40423 Cleat The cleat is used to attach a ski rope to the watercraft when pulling a wakeboarder or water skier WARNING Do not use the cleat to lift the watercraft The cleat is not designed to sup...

Page 53: ...hem in a wa terproof bag Make sure that the storage compartments are closed securely before operating the wa tercraft EJU43770 Bow storage compartment The bow storage compartment is located un der the hood To open the bow storage compartment Pull the hood latch up and then lift up the rear of the hood 1 Cleat 1 1 Hood latch 1 Bow storage compartment Bow storage compartment Capacity 72 0 L 19 0 US ...

Page 54: ...t to drain the water into the engine compartment 2 Securely install the drain plug in its origi nal position 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 Drain plug 1 1 Glove compartment latch 1 Glove compartment Glove compartment Capacity 3 4 L 0 9 US gal 0 7 Imp gal Lo...

Page 55: ...r seat removal and installation proce dures 2 Loosen the cap and remove it To close the removable watertight storage compartment 1 Securely install the cap by tightening it until it stops 2 Securely install the rear seat in its original position EJU43790 Fire extinguisher holder and cover The fire extinguisher holder and cover are lo cated in the bow storage compartment 1 Cap 1 Removable watertigh...

Page 56: ...r 3 Place the fire extinguisher in the fire ex tinguisher cover and then securely fas ten the fire extinguisher with the band 4 Return the hood to its original position and then push the hood latch down to securely 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 UF4E74E0 book Page 49 Wednesday Ju...

Page 57: ...an containers TIP This mark identifies the recommended fuel for this watercraft as specified by European regulation EN228 Check that gasoline nozzle has the same identifier when fueling Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gasohol con taining ethanol and that containing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if ethanol content does not exceed 10 and the fuel meets the minimum octane rat...

Page 58: ...up and then lift up the rear of the hood 5 Loosen the fuel filler cap and remove it 6 Slowly add fuel to the fuel tank 7 Stop filling when the fuel level reaches approximately 50 mm 2 in from the top of the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank Because fuel expands when it heats up heat from the engine or the sun can cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank 1 Hood latch 1 Fuel filler cap 1 1 Fue...

Page 59: ... its original position and then push the hood latch down to securely lock it in place Make sure that the fuel filler cap and the hood are se curely closed before using the water craft 11 Securely install the seats in their original positions 1 Top of the fuel tank 2 Approximately 50 mm 2 in from top of the fuel tank 1 Top of the fuel tank 2 Approximately 50 mm 2 in from top of the fuel tank 1 2 2 ...

Page 60: ... their own distinct characters and value Yamaha s experience gained over many years of research and development into oil since the 1960 s helps make Yamalube the best choice for your Yamaha engine Checking the engine oil level WARNING EWJ00341 Engine 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 bu...

Page 61: ...oil filler cap and re move it 7 Slowly add engine oil TIP The difference between the minimum and maximum level marks on the dipstick is equal to approximately 1 L 1 06 US qt 0 88 Imp qt of engine oil 8 Wait approximately 5 minutes to allow the engine oil to settle and then check the engine oil level again 9 Repeat steps 3 8 until the engine oil is at the proper level 10 Securely install the engine...

Page 62: ...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 ECJ00363 5 Securely install the stern drain plugs by tightening them until they stop EJU40535 Draining the bilge water ...

Page 63: ...downs to the trailer through the bow eye and stern eyes NOTICE 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 ECJ02150 UF4E74E0 book Page 56 Wed...

Page 64: ...onent life To perform the engine break in 1 Check the engine oil level See page 53 for information on checking the engine oil level 2 Launch the watercraft and start the en gine See page 69 for information on starting the engine 3 For the first 5 minutes operate with the engine speed at 2000 r min 4 For the next 30 minutes operate with the engine speed below 5000 r min 5 For the next 1 hour operat...

Page 65: ... Steering system Check the steering system for proper operation 62 RiDE lever Check the RiDE lever for proper operation 63 Throttle lever Check the throttle lever for proper operation 63 Remote control transmitter Check the remote control transmitter for proper op eration 63 Engine shut off cord lan yard Check the engine shut off cord lanyard for dam age 63 Switches Check the start switch engine s...

Page 66: ...talled 43 POST LAUNCH CHECKS Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water is discharged from the cooling water pilot outlet while the engine is running 66 Multifunction information center Check the multifunction information center for prop er operation 66 Shift system Check the shift system for proper operation 66 Engine idling speed Check the engine idling speed 67 ITEM ROUTINE PAGE UF4E74E0 book ...

Page 67: ...re or explosion Do not start the engine if there is a fuel leak Ventilate the 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 WARNING EWJ00382 Leaking fuel can result in fire or explosion Check for fuel leakage regularly If any fuel leakage is found ...

Page 68: ...dipstick See page 53 for information on checking the engine oil level EJU32456 Bilge water check Make sure that no bilge water has collected in the engine compartment If bilge water has collected in the engine compartment drain it See page 55 for information on draining the bilge water EJU32485 Battery checks Make sure that the battery terminals and breather hose are not damaged and that the batte...

Page 69: ...curely held in place EJU32614 Steering system checks Turn the handlebars to the right and left sev eral times to make sure that operation is smooth and unrestricted throughout the whole range and that the free play is not ex cessive Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the right and left to make sure that the jet thrust nozzle moves as the handlebars are turned and that there is no difference...

Page 70: ... returns automatically to its fully closed idle position when released EJU40113 Remote control transmitter check Make sure that the remote control transmitter operates properly See page 26 for Yamaha Security System setting procedures and page 33 for Low RPM Mode activation pro cedures EJU32664 Engine shut off cord lanyard check Make sure that the engine shut off cord lan yard is not damaged If th...

Page 71: ...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 im mediately EJU40102 Storage compartment checks Make sure that the storage compartments are not damaged and that...

Page 72: ... or debris If the jet in take is clogged clean it See page 94 for in formation on the jet intake EJU43221 Jet thrust nozzle and reverse gate check Check the jet thrust nozzle and reverse gate for damage or other problem EJU44250 Stern drain plug checks Loosen the stern drain plugs and remove them and then make sure that the plugs and O rings on the plugs are not damaged and that there is no foreig...

Page 73: ...Cooling water pilot outlet check Make sure that water is discharged from the cooling water pilot outlet while the engine is running See page 29 for information on the cooling water pilot outlet EJU32715 Multifunction information center check Make sure that the multifunction information center operates properly See page 38 for in formation on proper operation of the multi function information cente...

Page 74: ...nd 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 below the specified range 1 Shift indicator 2 F Forward position 3 N Neutral position 4 R Reverse position Engine idling speed 1300 100 r min 2 3 4 1 UF4E74E0 book Page 67 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 75: ...an understanding of the watercraft and its oper ation Remember This watercraft is designed to carry the operator and up to 2 passengers Never exceed the maximum load limit or al low more than 3 persons or 2 persons if a wakeboarder or water skier is being pulled to ride the watercraft at any time EJU33006 Learning to operate your watercraft Before operating the watercraft always per form the pre o...

Page 76: ...WARNING EWJ01531 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 nozzle can cause severe in jury To start the engine 1 If the lock mode is selected for the Yamaha Security System setting select the unlock mode See page 26 for Yamaha Security System setting proce dures 2 Move the watercraft to an area ...

Page 77: ...ngine off can cause you to hit an obstacle you are attempting to avoid A collision could result in severe injury or death EWJ00602 EJU32873 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 EJU43411 Operating the watercraft When the throttle lever is squeezed the F forward...

Page 78: ...ontrol depends on the combination of handlebar position and the amount of throttle Water sucked in through the intake grate is pressurized by the impeller in the jet pump As the pressurized water is expelled from the pump through the jet thrust nozzle it creates thrust to move and steer the watercraft The higher the engine speed the more thrust pro duced The amount of jet thrust in addition to the...

Page 79: ...ou attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing the throttle lever see condition C above The OTS system assists in turning by con tinuing to supply some thrust while the water craft is decelerating but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handlebars The OTS system does not func tion below planing speeds or when the en gine is off Once the engine slows down the water...

Page 80: ...nsively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft to give you time to stop Do not shut the engine off when slowing down in case you need engine power to steer away from a boat or other obstacle that comes into your path To avoid rear end collisions while oper ating the watercraft check behind you before using the RiDE lever to slow down or stop the water...

Page 81: ...rowning Board the watercraft in water free from weeds and debris and at least 60 cm 2 ft deep from the bottom of the watercraft NOTICE Never run the engine in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep from the bottom of the watercraft otherwise peb bles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake causing impeller damage and en gine overheating ECJ00473 TIP This watercraft is equipped with a reboardi...

Page 82: ...en gers are seated with their feet on the floor of the footwell and are securely holding on to the person in front of them or to the handgrip provided Before boarding the watercraft make sure that the engine is stopped If the engine is running the reverse gate may move down and a person boarding could be pinched The heavier the total weight of the operator and passenger s the more difficult it wil...

Page 83: ...ff slowly EJU33084 Starting off WARNING EWJ00713 To avoid collisions Scan constantly for people objects and other watercraft Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vi sion of others Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft Do not follow directly behind watercraft or other boats Do not go near others to spray...

Page 84: ...he watercraft from the side 2 Attach the engine shut off cord lanyard to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the engine shut off switch 3 Push the watercraft away from the dock grip the handlebars with both hands and place both feet on the floor of the foot well 4 Look in all directions start the engine and then start off slowly EJU44210 Capsized watercraft WARNING EWJ00672 Improper uprigh...

Page 85: ...s less than 60 cm 2 ft deep from the bottom of the watercraft otherwise pebbles or sand could be sucked into 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 1 Make sure that there are no boats swim mers or obstacles near the dock 2 Release the throttle lev...

Page 86: ...ving the watercraft from the water promptly discharge the re maining water from the cooling water pas sages To discharge water from the cooling water 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 quickly for 10 to 15 seconds 3 S...

Page 87: ...he 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 seats and removable water tight storage compartment See page 43 for seat removal and installation proce dures and page 48 for information on the removable watertight storage compart ment 3 Connect the garden hose adapter to a g...

Page 88: ...se high pressure water when rinsing the engine or en gine compartment as severe engine damage could result ECJ00572 3 Drain the water from the engine com partment See page 55 for information on draining the bilge water 4 Wipe the engine and engine compart ment with a dry cloth 5 Wash down the hull deck and jet pump with fresh water 6 Wipe the hull deck and jet pump with a dry cloth 7 Wipe all viny...

Page 89: ...yte 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 could be shortened ECJ00242 If distilled water was added check the bat tery voltage It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer check t...

Page 90: ...y 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 ECJ00262 3 Connect the negative battery lead black to the negative battery termi nal 4 Connect the breather hose to the bat tery WARNING Fire or explosion could result if the breather hose is damage...

Page 91: ... for a pro longed period such as winter storage top off the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and add fuel stabilizer and conditioner to the fuel tank ac cording to the manufacturer s instruction be fore starting the engine 2 Clean the watercraft See page 81 for in formation on cleaning the watercraft Wax the hull with a non abrasive wax EJU43663 Lubrication To keep moving parts sliding or rotating sm...

Page 92: ...ed 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 WARNING EWJ00312 Be sure to turn off the engine when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified If you are not familiar with ma chine servici...

Page 93: ...Maintenance 86 3 Securely install the seats in their original positions UF4E74E0 book Page 86 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 94: ...l filler cap Wa ter 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 89 Oil filter Replace 89 Intermediate hous ing Lubricate Spark plugs Check Battery Check state of charge terminals bands and breather hose Battery leads C...

Page 95: ... 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 and noise Engine mount Check for damage and peeling Item Operation Initial Thereafter every Page 10 h...

Page 96: ...on your clothes could result in burns NOTICE 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 UF4E74E0 book Page 89 Wednesday July 17 2019 4 26 PM ...

Page 97: ...n system Wet sump Cooling system Water Starting system Electric Ignition system T C I Spark plug NGK LFR6A Spark plug gap 0 8 0 9 mm 0 031 0 035 in Battery capacity 12 V 19 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 24 Fuel and oil Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gas...

Page 98: ...place fuse and check wiring 96 Battery Run down Recharge 81 Poor terminal con nections Tighten as required 81 Terminal corroded Clean or replace 81 Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Engine does not start Starter motor turns over Throttle lever Squeezed Release 27 Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer RiDE lever Squeezed Release 27 Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Fuel Fuel t...

Page 99: ...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 50 Oil pressure warning Oil pressure dropped Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 40 Engine over heat warning Jet intake clogged ...

Page 100: ...ed reduc tion control activated Add oil 40 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 servi...

Page 101: ...will 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 c...

Page 102: ...te 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 volt booster ba...

Page 103: ...teps above See page 27 for information on starting the engine EJU44050 Replacing the fuses If a fuse is blown replace it with the proper fuse To replace a fuse 1 Remove the seats and removable water tight storage compartment See page 43 for seat removal and installation proce dures and page 48 for information on the removable watertight storage compart ment 1 Positive jumper cable 2 Booster batter...

Page 104: ...he cover toward the bow and remove it 5 When replacing the SCU fuse remove the screws and then remove the fuse Install the spare fuse and then tighten the screws 6 When replacing a fuse other than the SCU fuse remove the fuse using the fuse puller Install a spare fuse of the proper amperage WARNING Do not 1 Lock 2 Projection 1 Electrical box cover 1 2 1 2 1 1 Fuse box cover 1 Electronic throttle v...

Page 105: ...g boat when slowing down If the watercraft becomes inoperative in the water it can be towed to shore To tow the watercraft Use a towline that is three times the com bined length of the towing 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...

Page 106: ...nts See page 46 for infor mation on draining the storage compart ments 2 Drain the bilge water from the engine compartment See page 55 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 UF4E74E0 book Page 99 Wednesday J...

Page 107: ...Engine overheat warning 40 Engine serial number 1 Engine shut off cord lanyard check 63 Engine shut off switch 27 Engine stop switch 27 Engine unit check 61 Enjoy your watercraft responsibly 19 Equipment 43 F Fire extinguisher check 65 Fire extinguisher holder and cover 48 Fire extinguisher holder cover and band checks 64 Flushing the cooling water passages 80 Fuel 50 Fuel level check 60 Fuel leve...

Page 108: ... checks 63 Riding position 69 Rustproofing 84 S Safe boating rules 18 Safety equipment check 65 Seats 43 Shift indicator 39 Shift system 31 Shift system check 66 Speedometer 38 Start switch 27 Starting off 76 Starting off from a trailer 77 Starting the engine on water 69 Steering system 28 Steering system checks 62 Stern drain plug checks 65 Stern eyes 45 Stopping the engine 70 Stopping the waterc...

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