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EJU01136 

Fire extinguisher  

Check that there is a full fire extinguisher

on board. The fire extinguisher container 

1

is located on the underside of the rear seat.
(See page 2-4 for rear seat removal proce-
dures.) 

To open the fire extinguisher container

cap 

2

, turn it counterclockwise. 

After inserting the fire extinguisher, make

sure that the container cap is tightened
securely. 

Install the fire extinguisher container on

the seat and secure it with the bands 

3

. 

NOTE:

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See the instructions supplied by the fire
extinguisher manufacturer for checking
the fire extinguisher. Always keep the
extinguisher in the fire extinguisher con-
tainer. 

●

Always carry a fire extinguisher on board.
A fire extinguisher is not standard equip-
ment with this watercraft. If you do not
have one, contact a Yamaha dealer or a
fire extinguisher dealer to obtain one
meeting the proper specifications. 

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UF0M75.book  Page 10  Thursday, May 29, 2003  9:53 AM

Summary of Contents for WaveRunner XL700 2004

Page 1: ...2004 WaveRunner XL700 OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION F0M F8199 75 Printed on recycled paper YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD Printed in USA Jun 2003 0 7 1 CR F0M F8199 75 E ...

Page 2: ...A5 shiro_tate fm Page 1 Monday May 28 2001 12 03 PM ...

Page 3: ...UF0M75 book Page 1 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 4: ...even if the watercraft is subse quently sold EJU01204 Important manual information In this manual information of particular importance is distinguished in the following ways The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the machine operator passengers a bystander or a person insp...

Page 5: ... S MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR WATERCRAFT GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION 1 FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS 2 OPERATION 3 MAINTENANCE AND CARE 4 TROUBLESHOOTING AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 5 APPENDIX 6 UF0M75 book Page 2 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 6: ...UF0M75 book Page 3 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 7: ...certificate 1 2 Manufactured date label 1 2 Important labels 1 3 Label location 1 3 Warning labels 1 4 Other labels 1 7 Safety information 1 9 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft 1 9 Cruising limitations 1 10 Operation requirements 1 11 Recommended equipment 1 13 Hazard information 1 14 Watercraft characteristics 1 14 Water skiing 1 15 Safe boating rules 1 17 Enjoy your watercraft respon...

Page 8: ...these ID numbers in a separate place in case your watercraft is stolen EJU01831 Primary Identification PRI ID number The PRI ID number is stamped on a label 1 attached inside the engine compart ment EJU01205 Hull Identification Number HIN The HIN is stamped on a plate 2 attached to the aft deck EJU00997 Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on a label 3 attached to the engine un...

Page 9: ...EPA regula tions for marine SI engines EJU12060 Approval label of Emission control certificate This label is attached to the electrical box 1 Emission control information label EJU19880 Manufactured date label This label is attached to the electrical box 2 Manufactured date label UF0M75 book Page 2 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 10: ...1 3 E EJU00998 Important labels EJU01351 Label location UF0M75 book Page 3 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 11: ...1 4 E EJU19890 Warning labels 1 2 3 UF0M75 book Page 4 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 12: ...1 5 E 7 6 4 5 For Europe only UF0M75 book Page 5 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 13: ...1 6 E 9 8 0 A B UF0M75 book Page 6 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 14: ...1 7 E EJU19900 Other labels F C D E G For Europe only UF0M75 book Page 7 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 15: ...1 8 E H I For Canada only For Canada only UF0M75 book Page 8 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 16: ...until they too have read this Owner s Operator s Manual the Riding Practice Guide and all warning and caution labels EJU01207 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft Yamaha recommends a minimum opera tor age of 16 years old Adults must supervise use by minors Know your local operator age and training requirements This watercraft is designed to carry the operator and up to 2 passengers Never ...

Page 17: ...arp turns or jumping wakes or waves can increase the risk of back spinal injury paralysis facial injuries and bro ken legs ankles and other bones Do not jump wakes or waves Do not operate the watercraft in rough water bad weather or when visibility is poor this may lead to an accident caus ing injury or death Be alert to the possi bility of adverse weather Take note of weather forecasts and the pr...

Page 18: ...water or being near the jet thrust nozzle Normal swimwear does not adequately protect against forceful water entry into rectum or vagina All riders must wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection Such clothing includes thick tightly woven sturdy and snug fitting apparel such as denim but does not include spandex or similar fab rics like those used in bicycle shorts 1 Aut...

Page 19: ...your riding style and ability Also consider the likelihood of traffic congestion and the water surface conditions If you decide to wear a helmet based upon your riding cir cumstances choose one carefully Look for a helmet designed for personal water craft use if possible If you will be engag ing in closed course competition follow the helmet requirements of the sanction ing organization NEVER oper...

Page 20: ... maneuver more quickly than other boaters expect you risk a collision Maintain a safe distance from other boats or watercraft and also watch for boats ski ropes or fishing lines Obey the Safe boating rules and be sure to check behind you before making a turn See Safe boating rules on page 1 17 EJU01382 Recommended equipment The following items should be carried on board your watercraft Sound signa...

Page 21: ...pletely produces only min imum 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 ability immediately after releasing the throttle but once the engine slows down the watercraft will no longer respond to han dlebar input until you open the throttle again or you reach a trolling speed Prac tice turni...

Page 22: ...esigned to pull a ski tow rope do not attach the tow rope to any other location It is the watercraft operator s responsibility to be alert to the safety of the water skier and others Know and follow all local water skiing regulations in effect for the waters in which you will be operating The operator should be comfortable car rying passengers before attempting to pull a skier The following are so...

Page 23: ...rcraft is well away from the skier and slack in the towrope is taken up Make sure that the rope is not looped around anything After checking that the skier is ready and that there is no traffic or other obstacles apply enough throttle to raise the skier Make smooth wide turns The watercraft is capable of very sharp turns which could exceed the abilities of the skier Keep the skier at least 50 m 15...

Page 24: ...rs And the excit ing splash of your wake can make waves others won t enjoy Avoid riding close to shoreline homes and waterfowl nesting areas or other wildlife areas and keep a respectful distance from fishermen other boats swimmers and populated beaches When travel in areas like these is unavoid able ride slowly and obey all laws Remember that pollution can be harmful to the environment Do not ref...

Page 25: ...p 2 7 Oil tank filler cap 2 7 Fuel cock knob 2 8 Engine stop switch 2 9 Engine shut off switch 2 9 Choke knob 2 9 Throttle lever 2 10 Start switch 2 10 Cooling water pilot outlet 2 11 Steering system 2 11 Handgrip 2 12 Finger grip 2 12 Engine overheat warning system 2 13 Oil level warning lamp 2 14 Storage compartments 2 15 UF0M75 book Page 1 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 26: ...iller cap 8 Rope hole Use to attach a rope for mooring only 9 Oil tank filler cap 0 Choke knob Use to start a cold engine A Footwell Use to place feet for balance B Footrest To keep proper balance while facing to the rear to watch the skier C Fire extinguisher container Use to store the fire extinguisher D Intake grate Prevents debris from getting into the jet pump E Handgrip Use for support when ...

Page 27: ...f the watercraft 4 Engine shut off switch Remove the clip to stop the engine and dis able it from starting 5 Start switch Push to start the engine 6 Oil level warning lamp 7 Throttle lever Use to accelerate and decelerate 8 Stern drain plugs Use to drain water in the bilge when the water craft is on dry land 9 Jet thrust nozzle Changes the direction of jet thrust according to handlebar position 0 ...

Page 28: ...ake noise 2 Spark plugs caps 3 Electrical box Protects electrical components from water 4 Spark plug lead 5 Muffler 6 Fuel tank 7 Oil tank 8 Fuel filter 9 Flush hose connector Use to flush the engine cooling water pas sages 0 Battery UF0M75 book Page 3 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 29: ...the rear seat Pull the rear seat latch 1 up and then pull the seat off To install the rear seat Insert the projections on the front of the seat into the stays on the deck and then push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place securely UF0M75 book Page 4 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 30: ...es 1 on both sides up and then lift the seat and pull it off To install the front seat Insert the projections on the front of the seat into the stays on the deck and then push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place securely UF0M75 book Page 5 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 31: ...od push the latch 1 down and then lift the hood up To close the hood push the hood down to lock it in place NOTE Make sure that the hood is properly secured before operating the watercraft UF0M75 book Page 6 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 32: ...ter craft EJU01214 Oil tank filler cap To remove the oil tank filler cap 1 Open the hood See page 2 6 for hood 2 Turn the filler cap 2 counterclockwise To install the oil tank filler cap Install the filler cap and then close the hood NOTE Make sure that the oil tank filler cap and hood are properly secured before operating the watercraft UF0M75 book Page 7 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 33: ...ot running ON With the fuel cock knob in this position fuel flows to the carburetors Turn the fuel cock knob to this position when starting the engine and operating the watercraft RES This indicates reserve With the fuel cock knob in this position the fuel reserve is made available Turn the fuel cock knob to this position if you run out of fuel while oper ating the watercraft When this occurs refu...

Page 34: ... watercraft WARNING Always attach the engine shut off cord to your wrist and the clip to the engine shut off switch BEFORE starting the engine To prevent accidental starting of the engine or unauthorized use by chil dren or others always remove the clip from the shut off switch when the engine is not running EJU01215 Choke knob Starting a cold engine requires a richer air fuel mixture which is sup...

Page 35: ...he throttle lever to decrease engine speed or to return it to the idle posi tion EJU01019 Start switch Push the start switch 1 green button to start the engine NOTE The engine will not start when the clip is removed from the engine shut off switch UF0M75 book Page 10 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 36: ...check for the cause See pages 2 13 and 5 4 for further instructions NOTE If the cooling water passages are dry it will take about 20 seconds for the water to reach the outlet after the engine is started EJU01021 Steering system Your watercraft can be steered by turning the handlebars 1 the same direction you wish to travel When the handlebars are turned the angle of the jet thrust nozzle 2 is chan...

Page 37: ...dgrip to lift the water craft The watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury EJU01981 Finger grip The finger grip 1 provides a handhold for a spotter when facing rearward WARNING Do not use the finger grip to lift the watercraft The watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury UF0M75 book Page 12 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 38: ...e watercraft and then check the intake grate and impeller for clogging WARNING Before attempting to remove weeds or debris from the intake grate or impeller shut the engine off and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch Severe injury or death could result from coming in contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump CAUTION If you cannot locate and correct the cause of the overheating co...

Page 39: ...evel warning lamp begins to blink If the oil level warning lamp begins to blink refill with engine oil as soon as possi ble NOTE The lamp will light up for 2 seconds after starting the engine to check the lamp operation If the warning lamp blinks with adequate oil in the tank check for a clogged oil fil ter UF0M75 book Page 14 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 40: ... To open the front storage compartment pull the hood latch 1 up and then open the hood To close the front storage compartment push down on the rear of the hood until it latches securely NOTE The lower storage compartment 3 is provided under the upper storage compartment 2 To access the lower storage compartment remove the upper storage compartment CAUTION Store only soft light weight objects such ...

Page 41: ... Glove compartment Capacity 1 7 L 0 45 US gal 0 37 Imp gal Load limit 1 kg 2 2 lb EJU01797 Seat storage compartment The seat storage compartment 1 is located under the rear seat To open the seat storage compartment remove the rear seat See page 2 4 for rear seat removal and installation procedures Seat storage compartment Capacity 21 2 L 5 6 US gal 4 7 Imp gal Load limit 9 kg 19 8 lb UF0M75 book P...

Page 42: ...E MEMO UF0M75 book Page 17 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 43: ...aving the watercraft 3 19 Operating your watercraft 3 20 Getting to know your watercraft 3 20 Learning to operate your watercraft 3 20 Riding watercraft with passengers 3 21 Starting the watercraft 3 22 Boarding and starting in deep water 3 24 Capsized watercraft 3 27 Turning the watercraft 3 29 Stopping the watercraft 3 31 Beaching the watercraft 3 32 Docking the watercraft 3 32 Rough water opera...

Page 44: ... not stand or sit on the watercraft while refueling in case of fire Take care not to spill gasoline If gaso line spills wipe it up immediately with dry rags Always properly dispose of gasoline soaked rags Avoid overfilling the fuel tank Stop fill ing when the fuel level just reaches the bottom of the filler tube Do not fill up the filler tube because fuel expands as it warms up and could overflow ...

Page 45: ...nt does not exceed 10 and the fuel meets minimum octane ratings Gasohol containing methanol is not rec ommended by Yamaha because it can cause fuel system damage or engine perfor mance problems EJU10441 2 stroke engine oil If YAMALUBE 2 W oil is not available another 2 stroke engine oil with an NMMA certified TC W3 rating may be used Recommended gasoline Regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum oc...

Page 46: ...ve all seats so you can watch the fuel level See page 2 6 for hood and pages 2 4 and 2 5 for seats 2 Open the fuel tank filler cap and slowly add fuel to the fuel tank 3 Stop filling when the fuel just reaches the bottom of the filler tube on the fuel tank Do not fill into the filler tube because fuel could spill out Fuel tank capacity Total 50 L 13 2 US gal 11 Imp gal Reserve 12 L 3 2 US gal 2 6 ...

Page 47: ...proper oil flow otherwise engine damage may occur If bleeding of the oil pump is necessary have a Yamaha dealer bleed it 1 Open the hood and remove the front stor age compartment Also remove all seat so you can watch the oil level See page 2 6 for hood and pages 2 4 and 2 5 for seats 2 Open the oil tank filler cap and very slowly add engine oil to the oil tank 3 Stop pouring when the oil just reac...

Page 48: ...ern drain plugs Check for proper installation 3 8 Throttle lever Check that the throttle lever springs back smoothly 3 11 Steering system Check for proper operation 3 11 Fuel and oil Check fuel and oil levels and add if necessary Check the hoses and tanks for leakage 3 7 Water separator Check for water and drain if necessary 3 7 Battery Check electrolyte level and battery condition 3 9 Hood Check ...

Page 49: ...engine compartment to remain open for a few minutes to allow any fuel vapors to escape Also check for loose electrical con nections WARNING Failure to ventilate the engine compart ment could result in fire or explosion Do not start the engine if there is a fuel leak or a loose electrical connection EJU20570 Hull and deck Check the hull and deck for cracks or other damage If any damage is found hav...

Page 50: ...es 3 3 and 3 4 for filling instructions EJU01961 Water separator Check the water separator 1 for water Normally the water separator is empty The water separator retains any water entering through the fuel tank breather hose if the watercraft is capsized If water remains in the water separator drain it by removing the drain screw 2 Place a drain pan under the water separator to catch the draining w...

Page 51: ...that the bilge is thoroughly dry 4 Install the drain plugs EJU20581 Stern drain plug Check the stern drain plugs for proper installation CAUTION Make sure that the stern drain plugs are tightened securely before launch ing the watercraft Otherwise water may flood the engine compartment and cause the watercraft to submerge Clean any foreign materials such as dirt or sand from the drain plug threads...

Page 52: ...ay leave you stranded 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 power Be sure to connect the breather hose to the battery Fire or explosion could result if the breather hose is damaged obstructed or not connected properly Make sure that the battery is securely held in place 1 Positive Red lead 2 Negati...

Page 53: ... tightened securely Install the fire extinguisher container on the seat and secure it with the bands 3 NOTE See the instructions supplied by the fire extinguisher manufacturer for checking the fire extinguisher Always keep the extinguisher in the fire extinguisher con tainer Always carry a fire extinguisher on board A fire extinguisher is not standard equip ment with this watercraft If you do not ...

Page 54: ...always check the operation of the throttle lever EJU01057 Steering system Check for looseness in the handlebars Turn them as far as possible to the right and left to make sure that operation is smooth and unrestricted throughout the whole range Make sure that the jet thrust nozzle also changes directions as the han dlebars are turned and that there is no free play between the handlebars and the je...

Page 55: ...ee page 5 4 for jet intake cleaning procedures WARNING Keep away from intake grate while engine is on Items such as long hair loose clothing or PFD straps can become entangled in moving parts resulting in severe injury or drowning Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch before removing any debris or weeds which may have collected around the jet intake EJU01059 Engine sh...

Page 56: ... switch 2 to ver ify that the engine stops immediately Restart the engine and then pull the engine shut off cord 5 to remove the clip 4 from the engine shut off switch 3 to verify that the engine stops immediately See pages 2 9 to 2 10 for information on proper opera tion of the start switch the engine stop switch and the engine shut off switch EJU01320 Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water ...

Page 57: ...e break in The engine break in period is essential to allow the various components of the engine to wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances This ensures proper performance and promotes longer compo nent life CAUTION For the first tankful of operation pre mix a 50 1 mixture of fuel and oil in addition to the oil in the oil tank After break in use straight gasoline for normal ...

Page 58: ... or less until the first tankful of fuel has been used 5 Fill the tank with straight gasoline and then proceed with normal operation CAUTION Failure to follow the engine break in pro cedure properly can result in severe damage to the engine UF0M75 book Page 15 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 59: ...in an open area 1 Launch the watercraft in water free from weeds and debris and at least 60 cm 2 ft deep WARNING Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise you increase your chance of hitting a submerged object which could result in injury CAUTION Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise pebbles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake causing i...

Page 60: ... off cord is not frayed or broken and keep it free from the handlebars so the engine stops if the operator falls off The engine shut off cord may not pull free if wrapped around the handlebars when the operator falls off allowing the watercraft to continue to run and cause an accident NOTE It is not possible to start the engine with the clip removed from the engine shut off switch 4 Pull and hold ...

Page 61: ...s to run CAUTION Never push the start switch while the engine is running Do not operate the start switch for more than 5 seconds otherwise the battery will be discharged and the engine will not start Also the starter motor may be damaged If the engine does not start in 5 seconds release the start switch wait 15 seconds and try again 7 After the engine has warmed up push the choke knob in to its or...

Page 62: ...r Shutting off the engine can cause you to hit an obsta cle you are attempting to avoid A colli sion could result in severe injury or death EJU01067 Leaving the watercraft If leaving the watercraft remove the engine shut off cord to reduce the chance of accidental starting or unauthorized use by children or others UF0M75 book Page 19 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 63: ...ersons or 2 persons if a water skier is being pulled to ride the water craft at one time EJU01070 Learning to operate your watercraft Before operating the watercraft always perform the pre operation checks listed on page 3 5 The short time spent checking the watercraft will reward you with added safety and reliability Check all local laws before operating your watercraft Operate defensively at saf...

Page 64: ...es differently and is not as easy to maneuver so operating it requires a higher degree of skill Before attempting to operate the water craft with passengers on board the operator must practice operating the watercraft alone enough to be able to acquire the necessary skills The passengers must always wear an authority approved PFD and a wetsuit bot tom or equivalent WARNING Do not apply throttle wh...

Page 65: ...r other boats Do not go near others to spray or splash them with water Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that make it hard for others to avoid you or understand where you are going Avoid areas with sub merged objects or shallow water Take early action to avoid collisions Remember watercraft and other boats do not have brakes Do not release the throttle when trying to steer away from objects you...

Page 66: ...e shut off switch 3 Grip the handlebars with both hands place both feet on the floor of the foot well start the engine and start off EJU01074 Starting from a dock 1 Board the watercraft from the side 2 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then install the clip to the engine shut off switch 3 Push the watercraft away from the dock grip the handlebars with both hands place both fee...

Page 67: ...d place both hands on the boarding plat form pull yourself up and then grasp the handgrip with one hand 2 Pull yourself up to a kneeling position on the platform and then move to the seat and sit astride 3 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then install the clip to the engine shut off switch 4 Grip the handlebars firmly with both hands place both feet on the floor of the footwe...

Page 68: ...t off switch 2 Have the passenger move to the rear of the watercraft 3 Have the passenger get on board and sit on the seat If a second passenger is getting on have him or her follow the same procedure NOTE When a passenger is getting on board both he and the operator should try to balance the watercraft 4 The operator should check to see that the passengers have their feet on the floor of the foot...

Page 69: ...ing The operator pulls him or herself up to a kneeling position on the platform and then moves to the seat and sits astride to balance the watercraft 2 The operator attaches the engine shut off cord to his or her left wrist and then installs the clip to the engine shut off switch 3 The operator starts the engine and lets it run at idle 4 The passenger pulls him or herself up to a kneeling position...

Page 70: ...comes over CAUTION Be sure to remove the clip from the engine shut off switch to shut the engine off otherwise the engine can overheat which can result in severe engine dam age 1 Shut the engine off by removing the clip from the engine shut off switch 2 Swim to the rear of the watercraft Pull the watercraft over with your left hand on the ride plate while pushing down on the gunwale with your righ...

Page 71: ...rate the water craft to discharge any water remaining in the engine compartment If the engine does not start see page 5 7 Towing the watercraft or page 5 8 Submerged watercraft NOTE To efficiently discharge water from the engine compartment operate the watercraft as straight as possible and above planing speed for at least 2 minutes UF0M75 book Page 28 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 72: ...roduces lower thrust so the watercraft will turn more gradually C Releasing the throttle completely pro duces 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 ability immediately after releasing the throttle but once the engine slows down the watercraft will no longer respond to hand...

Page 73: ...on could result in severe injury or death When operating at higher speeds make gradual turns or slow down before turning Sharp high speed turns may cause the watercraft to slide side ways or spin throwing the operator and passengers overboard which could cause an injury UF0M75 book Page 30 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 74: ...n as soon as the throttle lever is released but will coast for a distance before fully stopping If you are not sure you can stop in time before hitting an obstacle apply throttle and turn in another direction WARNING Allow adequate stopping distance Take early action to avoid collisions Remember watercraft and other boats do not have brakes Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distan...

Page 75: ... watercraft and pull it up on the beach CAUTION Small pebbles sand seaweed and other debris can be pulled into the jet intake and impair or damage the impeller Always stop the engine and get off before beaching the watercraft EJU01082 Docking the watercraft 1 Make sure that no obstructions boats or swimmers are close to the watercraft Reduce speed about 95 m 310 ft away from the dock 2 Slowly appr...

Page 76: ...s or her chest or jaw on the watercraft body or handlebars and be injured Do not operate the water craft with your chin right above the handle bars or with your feet outside the watercraft Operating in rough water or jumping waves can also crack the watercraft body or dam age internal parts Avoid operating in rough water or bad weather conditions UF0M75 book Page 33 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 77: ...draining system that removes water from the engine compartment while you are underway However some residual water will remain 4 Put the watercraft in a horizontal posi tion 5 Flush the cooling system to prevent it from clogging with salt sand or dirt See page 4 1 for flushing the cooling system procedures 6 Drain residual water from the exhaust system by alternately squeezing and releasing the thr...

Page 78: ...use high pressure when rinsing the engine or engine compartment as severe engine damage could result 9 Wipe the engine and engine compart ment dry with a clean cloth repeat step 3 if necessary 10 Wipe the hull handlebars and jet unit dry with a clean cloth 11 Spray a rust inhibitor on metallic parts to minimize corrosion 12 Allow the engine compartment to air dry completely before reinstalling the...

Page 79: ... hazard When transporting the watercraft on a trailer secure the tie downs to the trailer through the bow eye and stern rope holes CAUTION Do not route ropes or tie downs over the seat as they may leave permanent marks on the seat s surface Also wrap the ropes or tie downs with towels or rags where they touch the body of the water craft to avoid scratching or damage UF0M75 book Page 36 Thursday Ma...

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Page 81: ... 9 Inspecting the fuel system 4 10 Inspecting the oil injection system 4 12 Inspecting the jet thrust nozzle angle 4 13 Inspecting and adjusting the throttle cable 4 13 Cleaning and adjusting the spark plugs 4 14 Lubrication points 4 15 Adjusting the choke cable 4 17 Inspecting the battery 4 18 Adjusting the carburetor 4 20 Replacing the fuse 4 21 Bleeding the oil injection pump 4 21 Specification...

Page 82: ...iced by a Yamaha dealer prior to stor age However the following procedures can be performed by the owner EJU01088 Flushing the cooling system Flushing the cooling system is essential to prevent the cooling system from being clogged with salt sand or dirt CAUTION Do not supply water to the cooling water passages when the engine is not running The water could flow back through the muffler into the c...

Page 83: ... on until water flows out continually from the cooling water pilot outlet 5 Run the engine at idling speed for about 3 minutes watching the engine condition If the engine stops while flushing turn the water supply off immediately and repeat the above steps 6 Turn the water supply off and then force the remaining water out from the cooling passages by alternately squeezing and releasing the throttl...

Page 84: ...d or seize 1 Open the silencer cap 1 on the silencer 2 Start the engine with the watercraft in a well ventilated area 3 With the engine running at a fast idle quickly spray as much rust inhibitor as possible through the hole in the silencer cover Keep spraying until the engine stalls or a maximum of 15 seconds 4 Install the cap securely 5 Lubricate all cables such as the throttle choke and steerin...

Page 85: ...tely with dry rags Always properly dispose of gasoline soaked rags Avoid overfilling the fuel tank Stop fill ing when the fuel level just reaches the bottom of the filler tube Do not fill up the filler tube because fuel expands as it warms up and could overflow If tem porarily leaving the watercraft with a full fuel tank do not leave it in direct sunlight Leave it in a well ventilated area with th...

Page 86: ... or cor roded clean them with a wire brush Fully charge the battery and then store it in a cool dark place Apply Yamaha marine grease or Yamaha grease A to the battery terminals Check the battery at least every 2 months and fully charge it if necessary WARNING Be sure to connect the breather hose to the battery Fire or explosion could result if the breather hose is damaged obstructed or not connec...

Page 87: ...ns provided with the battery tester and charger you use EJU01093 Cleaning the watercraft Clean the watercraft before storing it for a long period 1 Wash down the hull handlebars and drive unit with fresh water 2 Rinse the engine and bilge area with fresh water Drain off all water and wipe up remaining moisture with clean dry rags 3 Spray the engine s exterior with a rust inhibitor and lubricant 4 ...

Page 88: ...ch are not qualitatively equivalent to gen uine Yamaha parts are not covered by the limited warranty WARNING Be sure to turn off the engine when you perform maintenance unless oth erwise specified otherwise an acci dent or injury could result from unexpected operation moving parts or electric shock If the owner is not familiar with watercraft servicing this work should be done by a Yamaha dealer I...

Page 89: ...the watercraft for the manual and tool kit NOTE To protect these materials from water dam age it would be a good idea to put them in a waterproof bag The service information included in this manual is intended to provide you with the necessary information for completing your own preventive maintenance and minor repairs The tools provided in the tool kit are sufficient for this purpose UF0M75 book ...

Page 90: ...Intermediate housing Lubricate 1 2 2 4 16 Fuel system Inspect 4 10 Fuel filter Check clean replace 4 11 Fuel tank Inspect clean 4 11 Oil injection system Inspect clean Carburetor setting Inspect adjust 4 20 Trolling speed Inspect adjust 4 20 Carburetor throttle shaft Inspect Cooling water passages Flush 3 4 1 Bilge strainer Clean Impeller Inspect Jet thrust nozzle angle Inspect adjust 4 13 Throttl...

Page 91: ...placement as required If repair is necessary consult a Yamaha dealer Check Carburetor for leakage Fuel pump for malfunction or leakage Fuel tank for water or dirt Fuel tank for damage cracks or leakage Fuel hose joint for leakage Fuel hose for cracks or other damage Fuel filter for leakage Fuel cock for leakage Air vent check valve for leakage Fuel tank filler cap for damage WARNING Failure to che...

Page 92: ...ler replace the fuel filter if necessary WARNING Do not try to replace the fuel filter your self An incorrectly installed filter can leak gasoline which could lead to fire or explosion If necessary have a Yamaha dealer replace the fuel filter EJU01841 Fuel tank Check the fuel tank 1 for leakage or water in the tank If water is found in the fuel system or if the fuel tank needs to be cleaned have a...

Page 93: ...for damage or cracks Oil filter for dirt Oil pump for leakage EJU01101 Oil tank Check the oil tank for leakage or water in the tank If water is found in the oil injection system or if the oil tank needs to be cleaned have a Yamaha dealer service the water craft EJU01102 Oil filter Check the oil filter 1 for dirt and clogs If the oil filter is clogged remove it from the oil tank together with the o...

Page 94: ...r misadjusted have a Yamaha dealer service it Distance A and B A B EJU01104 Inspecting and adjusting the throttle cable Check that the throttle cable moves back to the set position smoothly and that free play is within specification 1 Squeeze and release the throttle lever If the lever does not return smoothly have a Yamaha dealer service it 2 Adjust free play a by loosening the lock nut 1 and tur...

Page 95: ...spark plug peri odically heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode If electrode erosion becomes excessive or if carbon and other deposits are excessive replace the spark plug with the specified plug Measure the spark plug gap a with a wire thickness gauge before installing the spark plug Adjust the gap to specification if necessary To reinstall spark plug 1 Clean t...

Page 96: ... to the correct torque with a torque wrench as soon as possible WARNING Be careful not to damage the insulator when removing or installing a spark plug A damaged insulator could allow sparks to escape which could lead to explosion or fire EJU11391 Lubrication points To keep moving parts sliding or rotating smoothly coat them with water resistant grease Recommended water resistant grease Yamaha Mar...

Page 97: ...pivot shaft becomes loose tighten the band 1 until a satisfactory feel is obtained Steering cable nozzle end Nozzle pivot shaft Intermediate housing Using a grease gun fill the intermediate housing with water resistant grease through the grease nipple 1 Grease quantity Initial 10 hours or 1 month 33 0 35 0 cm3 1 11 1 18 oz Every 100 hours or 12 months 6 0 8 0 cm3 0 20 0 27 oz UF0M75 book Page 16 T...

Page 98: ...ull the choke knob out until it stops and then release the knob The knob should not move 2 If the choke knob moves back on its own tighten the choke knob adjusting nut 1 slightly If the knob is difficult to move loosen the adjusting nut slightly UF0M75 book Page 17 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 99: ...es Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention Batteries produce explosive gases Keep sparks flame cigarettes etc well away If using or charging the bat tery in an enclosed space make sure that it is well ventilated Always shield your eyes when working near batter ies KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHIL DREN Be sure to connect the breather hose to the battery Fire or explosion could...

Page 100: ...he battery charger instructions before charging and fol low the points below 1 Remove all caps from the battery cell 2 Add distilled water to the specified level if the electrolyte level is low 3 Set the charging rate to 1 9 ampere and charge the battery slowly until the explo sive gases are discharged vigorously from the battery cells To connect the battery terminals 1 Make sure that the connecti...

Page 101: ...tory after many tests If the settings are disturbed by someone who does not have the necessary technical knowledge poor engine performance and damage may result EJU01303 Adjusting the trolling speed 1 Put the watercraft in the water 2 Start the engine and warm it up for 1 or 2 minutes Using a diagnostic tachome ter adjust the engine speed to specifica tion 3 Turn the throttle stop screw 1 clockwis...

Page 102: ...fuses of higher amperage that those recommended Substitution of a fuse of improper rating can cause exten sive electrical system damage and possi ble fire EJU01112 Bleeding the oil injection pump If the oil tank becomes completely empty or any hose connected to the oil pump has been disconnected the oil pump must be bled to ensure proper oil flow If bleeding of the oil pump is necessary have a Yam...

Page 103: ...cation system Oil injection Cooling system Water cooled Starting system Electric starter Ignition system C D I Spark plug BR8HS NGK Spark plug gap mm in 0 6 0 7 0 024 0 028 Battery capacity V AH 12 19 Charging system Flywheel magneto DRIVE UNIT Propulsion system Jet pump Jet pump type Axial flow single stage Impeller rotation Counterclockwise Viewed from rear Transmission Direct drive from engine ...

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Page 105: ...PROCEDURES Troubleshooting 5 1 Troubleshooting chart 5 1 Emergency procedures 5 4 Cleaning the jet intake and impeller 5 4 Jumping the battery 5 5 Towing the watercraft 5 7 Submerged watercraft 5 8 UF0M75 book Page 1 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 106: ...harge 4 18 Poor terminal connec tions Tighten as required 4 18 Terminal corroded Clean 4 5 Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Starter motor turns over Fuel cock Turned to OFF Turn the fuel cock to ON 2 8 Fuel Empty Refill as soon as possible 3 3 Stale or contaminated Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 4 10 Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 4 11 Spark plug ...

Page 107: ... Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace 4 14 Incorrect heat range Replace 4 14 Gap incorrect Adjust 4 14 Spark plug cap Loose Connect properly 4 14 Cracked torn or dam aged Replace Electrical wiring Loose connection Tighten or connect properly Carburetor Incorrect idle adjust ment Adjust idle 4 20 Clogged Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Warning light blinks Engine oil level Empty Refill immediately...

Page 108: ...ced by Yamaha dealer 4 11 Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace 4 14 Incorrect heat range Replace 4 14 Gap incorrect Adjust 4 14 Spark plug caps Loose Connect properly 4 14 Electrical wiring Loose connection Tighten or connect properly Fuel Stale or contaminated Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 4 10 Bilge Water in bilge Drain 3 8 TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE UF0M75 book Page 3 Thursday May 29...

Page 109: ... engine before beaching the watercraft WARNING Before attempting to remove weeds or debris from the jet intake or impeller areas shut the engine off and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch Severe injury or death could result from contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump 1 Turn the watercraft on its side as shown CAUTION Place a suitable clean cloth or carpet ing underneath the w...

Page 110: ...tery has run down the engine can be started using a 12 volt bat tery and jumper cables WARNING Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan gerous causing severe burns etc Elec trolyte contains sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Antidotes External Flush with water Internal Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magnesia beaten egg or vegetable oil Call physi ci...

Page 111: ...raft battery Be sure all connec tions are secure and correct before attempting to start the engine Any wrong connection may damage the elec trical system 4 Start the engine and then disconnect the cables by reversing the steps above CAUTION Never push the start switch while the engine is running Do not operate the start switch for more than 5 seconds otherwise the battery will be discharged and th...

Page 112: ...oo fast Tow the watercraft using the bow eye 1 only The bow must be kept up out of the water during towing to prevent water from entering the engine compart ment WARNING The watercraft should only be towed in an emergency The towline should be long enough so that the watercraft will not collide with the towing boat when slowing down A good rule of thumb is a towline that is three times the combine...

Page 113: ... with a cloth 4 Without reinstalling the spark plugs crank the engine until all the water in the cylinders has been drained 5 Install the stern drain plugs and the spark plugs 6 Turn the fuel cock to ON 7 Launch the watercraft into the water and then run the engine for at least 10 minutes If the engine does not start repeat steps 2 7 8 Turn the engine off 9 Turn the fuel cock to OFF remove the sil...

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Page 115: ...E 6 EJU01124 APPENDIX Index 6 1 UF0M75 book Page 1 Thursday May 29 2003 9 53 AM ...

Page 116: ...1 Engine shut off cord lanyard 3 12 Engine shut off switch 2 9 Engine stop switch 2 9 Enjoy your watercraft responsibly 1 17 F Filling the fuel tank 3 3 Filling the oil tank 3 4 Finger grip 2 12 Fire extinguisher 3 10 Flushing the cooling system 4 1 Front seat 2 5 Front storage compartment 2 15 Fuel and oil 3 1 Fuel and oil systems 3 7 Fuel cock knob 2 8 Fuel filter 4 11 Fuel system 4 4 Fuel tank ...

Page 117: ... Rear seat 2 4 Recommended equipment 1 13 Replacing the fuse 4 21 Riding watercraft with passengers 3 21 Rough water operation 3 33 S Safe boating rules 1 17 Safety information 1 9 Seat storage compartment 2 16 Specifications 4 22 Starting and boarding in shallow water 3 23 Starting from a dock 3 23 Starting the engine 3 16 Starting the watercraft 3 22 Start switch 2 10 Steering system 2 11 3 11 S...

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Page 119: ...A5 shiro_tate fm Page 1 Monday May 28 2001 12 03 PM ...

Page 120: ...2004 WaveRunner XL700 OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION F0M F8199 75 Printed on recycled paper YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD Printed in USA Jun 2003 0 7 1 CR F0M F8199 75 E ...

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