Yamaha FZR manuale d’uso

2009 W a veRunner FZR OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL F2R-F8199-10 LIT -18626-08-27 U .S.A. E d it i on Read this manual carefully before operating this water craft. DIC183[...]

Read this manual carefully be fore operating this watercraft. This manual should stay with the WaveRunner i f it is sold . UF2R10E0.book Page 1 Friday, October 31, 2008 9:14 AM[...]

Important manual information EJU30181 To the owner/operator Thank you for choosing a Yamaha watercraft. This owner’s/o perator’s manual contains in- formation you w ill need for proper operation, maintenance, and care. A thorough under- standing of these simpl e instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamah a. If yo[...]

Table of contents General and important labels .......... . 1 Identific ation numbers . ............ ....... 1 Primary Iden tification (PRI-ID) number ............ ................. .............. 1 Hull Iden tificatio n Number (HIN) ........ 1 Engine s erial numbe r ............... ......... 1 Emiss ion control informa tion ... ....... 2 Approval [...]

Table of contents Post-oper ation care ...................... 70 Transporting ... ............. ................. 71 Maintenance and care ......... ............ 72 Storage ................. ............. ........... 72 Flushi ng the coo ling syste m ........... . 72 Lubrica tion .......... ................. ............ 73 Battery ..... ...........[...]

General and important labels 1 EJU30261 Identification numbers Record the Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number, Hull Identification N umber (HIN), and engine serial num ber in the spaces provided for assistance when ordering gen uine parts from a Yamaha dealer. Also reco rd and keep these ID nu mbers in a s eparate place in case your watercraft i[...]

General and important labels 2 EJU30350 Emission control information This engine conforms to 2009 U.S. Environ- mental Protection Agency (EPA) and/or Cali- fornia Air Resources Board (CARB) regulations for marine SI engines. This engine is certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline. EJU30400 Approval label of emission control cert ificate Th[...]

General and important labels 3 EJU30430 Manufactured date labe l This label is attached to the top o f the cylinder head. EJU30440 Star la bels This watercraft is labeled with a Califo rnia Air Resources Board (CARB) star label. See be - low for a description of your particul ar label. One Star - Low Emission The one-star label id entifies engines [...]

General and important labels 4 exhaust emission s tandards 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 eng ines. Four Stars - Super Ult ra Low Emission The four-star label iden tifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board[...]

General and important labels 5 EJU30451 Important labe ls Read the following labels before operating this watercraft. If you need any additional informa- tion, contact a Ya maha dealer. 1 2 3 4 5 11 13 9 10 8 6 7 12 UF2R10E0.book Page 5 Friday, October 31, 2008 9:14 AM[...]

General and important labels 6 EJU35911 Warning labels If any of these labels are damaged or m issing, contact a Yamaha dealer for replacements. 1 2 UF2R10E0.book Page 6 Friday, October 31, 2008 9:14 AM[...]

General and important labels 7 UF2R10E0.book Page 7 Friday, October 31, 2008 9:14 AM[...]

General and important labels 8 EJU35923 Other labels UF2R10E0.book Page 8 Friday, October 31, 2008 9:14 AM[...]

General and important labels 9 The following label indicates the co rrect direction to upright a capsized waterc raft. UF2R10E0.book Page 9 Friday, October 31, 2008 9:14 AM[...]

Safety information 10 EJU30671 The safe use and operation of this w ater- craft is dependent upon the use of proper riding techniques, as well as upon the common sense, good judgment, and ex- pertise of the operator. Every operator should know the following r equirements before riding the watercraf t. ● Before operating the watercraft, read this [...]

Safety information 11 EJU30761 Cruising limitations ● Scan constantly for people, objects, and other watercraft. Be alert for conditions that limit your visibili ty or block your vision of others. ● Operate defensivel y at safe speeds and keep a safe dis tance away from people, ob - jects, and other watercraft. ● Do not follow directly behind[...]

Safety information 12 with another boat, whic h could result in se - vere injury or death. ● Follow navigation rules, and state/provin- cial and local laws that apply to watercraft. EJU30791 Operation requirements ● All riders must wear a U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) approved personal flotation device (PFD) that is suitable for personal water- craft[...]

Safety information 13 know that a hel met could help protect you in certain kinds of acc idents and that it could injure you in others. A helmet is designed to provide some head protection. Although hel mets cannot protect against all forese eable impacts, a helmet might reduce your injuries in a collision with a boat or other obstacle. A helmet ma[...]

Safety information 14 tercraft to avoid accidental starting or unau - thorized use by children or others. ● Scan carefully for swimmers and stay away from swimming area s. Swimmers are hard to see and you could accidental ly hit some- one in the water. ● Avoid being hit by a nother boat. You should always take the respon sibility to watch for t[...]

Safety information 15 EJU30830 Recommended equipment The following item s should be carried on board your watercraft: ● Sound-signaling device You should carry a whistle or other sound- signaling devic e that can be used to signal other boats. See “ R ules of the Road ” fo r more information. ● Visual distress signals It is recommended that[...]

Safety information 16 EJU30920 Watercraft ch aracteristics ● Jet thrust turns the watercraft. Releasing the throttle lever completely produces only minimum thrus t. If you are traveli ng at speeds abov e trolling, you will have rapidly decreasing ability to steer w ithout throttle. This model is equipped with the Yamaha Engine Management System ([...]

Safety information 17 any debris or weeds, which may ha ve col- lected around the jet intake. EJU30961 Rules of th e Road Your Yamaha watercraft is legally consid- ered a powerboat. Operation of the water- craft must be in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the waterway on which it is used. Just as th ere are rules that apply when [...]

Safety information 18 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 shou ld not cross in front of the vessel with the right-of-way. You should slow down or change directions briefly and pass behind the other vessel. You sh[...]

Safety information 19 provided the other vessel gives you the rig ht- of-way as it should. Overtaking If you are passing another vess el, you are the give-way vess el. This means that the other vessel is exp ected to maintain its co urse and speed. You must stay out of its way until you are clear of it. Lik ewise, if another vessel is passing you, [...]

Safety information 20 Many bodies of w ater used by boaters are en- tirely within the bou ndaries of a particular state. The Uniform State Waterway Marking System has been devise d for these waters. This system uses buoys and signs with dis- tinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory or advisory information. The se markers are white with black l[...]

Safety information 21 Remember, ma rkings may vary by geograph- ic location. Always consult local boating au- thorities before riding your watercraft in unfamiliar waters. EJU30980 To get more boating safety information Be informed about boating safety. Additional publications and information can be obtained from many organizations, inc luding the [...]

Safety information 22 EJU30991 Enjo y your w aterc raf t respo nsibly You share the areas y ou enjoy when riding your watercraft with others and with nature. So your enjoym ent includes a responsibil ity to treat these other people, a nd the lands, wa- ters, and wildlife with respect and courtes y. Whenever and wherever you ride, think of yourself [...]

Safety information 23 waterways stay open for the enjoyment of a variety of recreational opportu nities. UF2R10E0.book Page 23 Friday, October 31, 2008 9:14 AM[...]

Features and functions 24 EJU31010 Location of main components Front view 3 4 5 6 10 9 7 8 1 2 1 Fuel tank filler cap 2 Hood 3 Handlebars 4 Rear seat 5 F ront seat 6 F ootwell 7 Bow ey e 8 Cooling water pilot outlet 9 Gunwale 10 Sponsons UF2R10E0.book Page 24 Friday, October 31, 2008 9:14 AM[...]

Features and functions 25 Rea r vi ew 2 3 8 7 4 1 6 5 10 9 1 Boarding platf or m 2 Electric bilge pilot outlet 3 Reboarding grip 4 Jet thr ust nozzle 5 Rev er se gate 6 Ride plate 7 Stern drain plugs 8 Stern ey es 9 Speed sensor 10 Intake gr ate UF2R10E0.book Page 25 Friday, October 31, 2008 9:14 AM[...]

Features and functions 26 Control system 1 2 3 4 6 7 5 10 11 12 13 14 9 8 1 Quick Shift T ri m Sys tem (QS TS) selec tor 2 QSTS selector lock le ver 3 Start switch 4 Engine shut-off swit ch 5 Clip 6 Engine stop s witch 7 Engine shut-off cord ( lany ard) 8 Dual analog meter unit 9 Rearview mi rrors 10 Glov e compar tment 11 Remote control transmitte[...]

Features and functions 27 Engine compartment 1 2 3 4 6 5 91 0 8 7 1 Engine cov er 2 Air filter case 3 W ater separator 4 Fuel tank 5 Battery 6 Flushing hose connector 7 Electrical box 8 Spark plug cap 9 Engine oil filler cap 10 Dipstic k UF2R10E0.book Page 27 Friday, October 31, 2008 9:14 AM[...]

Features and functions 28 EJU31022 Operation of controls and other functions EJU31041 Seats To remove the rear seat: Pull the rear seat latch 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 dec k, and then push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place. Make sure th[...]

Features and functions 29 push the rear of the seat down to lo ck it in place. (2) Install the rear seat. Make sure that the seats are securely installed before oper- ating the watercraft. EJU31063 Hood To open the hood, push the hood latch, and then lift up the hood. To close the h ood, push down on the rear of the hood until it latches sec urely.[...]

Features and functions 30 System ” on page 36 for information on using the remote control transmitter.) The Yamaha Secu rity System and low-RPM mode se ttings can only be selected usi ng the remote control transmitter. Store the remote c ontrol transmitter carefully so it will not be lost. When operating the wa- tercraft, store the transmitter in[...]

Features and functions 31 EJU31150 Engine stop switch Push the engine stop switch (red button) to stop the engine norma lly. EJU31161 Engine shut-off switch Attach one end of the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to your left wrist, and the n insert the clip on the other end under the engine shut-off switch (black b utton). The engine will stop au - t[...]

Features and functions 32 ● Lock mode of the Yamaha Security System has been selected. (See page 36 for Yamaha Security System lock and un lock mode selection procedu res.) ● Clip is removed from the engine sh ut-off switch. ● Throttle lever is squeezed. EJU31210 Throttle lever Squeeze the throttle lever to increase engine speed. Release the [...]

Features and functions 33 Since the strength of the jet thrust determines the speed and de gree of a turn, throttle must always be applied when attempting a turn, ex- cept at trolling speed. This model is equipped with the Yamaha En- gine Management System (YEMS) that in- cludes an off-throttle s teering (OTS) system. It will activate at plan ing s[...]

Features and functions 34 control the reverse gate, w hich allows the wa- tercraft to move in reverse or forward. When the shift lever is in the reverse position, the watercraft can be launc hed from a trailer, or backed up out of tight spots where you can- not turn around easily. EJU31312 Quick Shif t Trim S ystem (QS TS) selec tor The QSTS select[...]

Features and functions 35 There are 5 positions: 2 bow-down positions (a) and (b), neutral “ N ” , and 2 bow-up posi- tio ns (c ) an d (d). To change the trim angle: (1) Reduce engine spee d to less than 3000 r/min. (2) Squeeze the QSTS selector loc k lever, and then turn the QSTS selector to the desired position. NOTICE: Do not turn the QSTS s[...]

Features and functions 36 Bow up puts less of the b ow in the water. There is less water resistanc e, so straight- ahead accelera tion when on plane and top speed are enhanced. In some conditions, however, the watercraft may tend to “ po rpoise ” (hop in the water). If the watercraft is porpoising, select neutra l or bow down. EJU37380 Reboardi[...]

Features and functions 37 TIP: ● The beeper sounds tw o times for the nor- mal operation mode or three times for the L- MODE (low-RPM mode). (See page 37 for L-MODE selection p rocedures.) ● If the remote control transmitter is operated while the dual analog meter unit is in the standby state, the uni t will perform the initial operation, and t[...]

Features and functions 38 indicator light of the dual analog meter unit. (See page 38 for more information on the dual analog meter unit.) TIP: If the remote control transmitter is operated while the dual analog m eter unit is in the standby state, the unit performs th e initial op- eration, and then the setting is selected . To activate the L-MODE[...]

Features and functions 39 Dual analog meter unit standby state If the dual analog meter unit does not receive any operati on input within 2 5 seconds afte r the engine stops, the unit will turn off and en- ter a standby state. When the engine is start- ed again, the display and the indi cator lights will return to their state before the unit turned[...]

Features and functions 40 To switch to the hour meter from the voltme- ter: Push the “ Hou r Volt ” button for at least 1 sec - ond. The display switches from the voltmeter to the hour meter. Voltmeter The voltmeter shows the ba ttery voltage. When the battery voltage i s normal, the volt- meter displays approxim ately 12 volts. If the battery [...]

Features and functions 41 EJU37280 Fuel level warning If the fuel remaining in the fuel tank drops to about 18 L (4.8 US gal, 4.0 Imp. ga l), the low- est fuel level segment, the fuel indi cator, and the “ WARNING ” indicator li ght blink, and the buzzer sounds intermittently . If this occurs, refill the fuel tank as soon as possible. The warni[...]

Features and functions 42 ously. After the li ght and indicator s tart to blink and the buzzer sounds, the maximu m engine speed is limited to help preve nt damage. If this occurs, imm ediately reduce the engine speed, return to shore, and th en check for wa- ter discharge at the port (left) cooling water pi- lot outlets while the engine is running[...]

Features and functions 43 TIP: Push the “ Hour Volt ” bu tton to stop the buzz- er. EJU37320 Stora ge compartm ents A front storage compartment, glove compart- ment, and watertight compartment are provid- ed. Only the securely cl osed watertight compart- ment is waterproof. If you ca rry objects that must be kept dry, such as the manuals, put t[...]

Features and functions 44 To close the front storage compartment: Push down on the rear of the hood until it latches secu rely. EJU37350 Glove compartment The glove compartmen t is located in front of the seat. To open the glove compartment: Slide the glove compartment latch toward you, and then lift up the lid. To close the glove compa rtment: Pus[...]

Features and functions 45 Keep the remote control transm itter in the transmitter holder when operating the water- craft. EJU37230 Watertight compartment The watertight compartment is located unde r the rear seat. To open the watertight compartment: (1) Remove the rear seat. (See page 28 for rear seat removal and installation proce- dures.) (2) Tur[...]

Operation 46 EJU31821 Fuel and oil EJU37222 Fuel W ARNI NG EWJ0028 2 ● Gasoline and gasoline vapors are ex- tremely flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of in- jury when refueling, follow these in- structions. ● Gasoline is poisonous and can cause in- jury or death. Handle gasoline with care. Never siphon gasoline by [...]

Operation 47 (6) Wipe up any sp illed fuel immediately. (7) Install the fuel tank filler c ap, and then close the hood. M ake sure that the fuel tank filler cap and the hood are securely closed before operating the w atercraft. (8) Install the seats. Make sure that the seats are securely ins talled before operating the watercraft. EJU31891 Engine o[...]

Operation 48 EJU31980 Pre-opera tion checks EJU31991 Pre-operation check list Before operating this watercraft, perform the checks in the following c heck list. W ARNI NG EWJ0041 1 Failure to inspect or maintain the w atercraft properly increases the possibility of an ac- cident or damage to the watercraft. Do not operate the watercraft if you find[...]

Operation 49 TIP: Pre-operation checks should be made eac h time the watercraft is used. These checks can be completed in a short time. It is worth the time sp ent to ensure safety and reliability. UF2R10E0.book Page 49 Friday, October 31, 2008 9:14 AM[...]

Operation 50 EJU32280 Pre-operation check points EJU32331 Engine compartment W ARNI NG EWJ0046 0 Failure to ventilate the engine compart- ment could result in a fir e or explosion. Do not start the engine if there is a fuel leak or a loose electrical connection. Ventilate the engine compartment before each use. To ventilate the engine compartment, [...]

Operation 51 tween the minim um and maximum level marks. (4) If the engine oil level is below the mini- mum level mark, perform steps 5 – 7 to add enough oil so tha t the oil level is be- tween the minim um and maximum level marks on the dipstick. If the engine oil lev- el is significantly abov e the maximum lev- el mark, have a Yamaha dealer ser[...]

Operation 52 If water remains in the water separator, drain it by removing the drain scre w. Place a drain pan under the water separator to catch the draining water or use a dry cloth to soak up any water that could spill into the watercraft. If any water spills into the watercraft, be sure to wipe it up with a dry cloth. Als o, be sure to in- stal[...]

Operation 53 Recharge the ba ttery or replace it if it is not in good condition. (See page 81 for battery re- charging procedures.) Also, check that the battery le ads are tight- ened securely and that there is no corrosion on the battery terminals. Check that the breather hose is securely c onnected to the battery and that it is not pinched. WARNI[...]

Operation 54 plete range and spring back to the idle posi- tion when released. EJU37390 Steering system Check the handlebars for loo seness. Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the right and left to make sure that o peration is smooth and unres tricted throughout the whole range. Also, ma ke sure that the jet thrust nozzle moves as the handle[...]

Operation 55 Also, make sure that the rev erse gate goes up completely when the shift lever is pushed down. EJU32641 Quick Shift Trim System (QSTS) Operate the QSTS selector lock lever and the QSTS selector several times to ch eck that they operate properly. (1) Squeeze the QSTS selector loc k lever and check that it returns s moothly to its origin[...]

Operation 56 EJU32651 Jet intake Carefully check the jet intake for we eds, de- bris, or anything else that might restrict the in- take of water. If the jet intake is clogged, clean it. (See pa ge 88 for jet intake cleaning proce - dures.) If the watercraft is operated while the jet in- take is clogged, cavitation could occur, reduc- ing jet thrust[...]

Operation 57 gine stop switch , and the engine shut-off switch.) EJU36890 Cooling water pilot outlets Check that water comes out from the port (left) cooling w ater pilot outlets wh ile the en- gine is running and the watercraft is in the wa - ter. (See page 32 for more information.) EJU37450 Dual analog meter unit Check the dual analog meter un it[...]

Operation 58 EJU32742 Operation W ARNI NG EWJ0051 0 Before operating your w atercraft, become familiar with all of the controls. Consult a Yamaha dealer about any control or func- tion that you do not fully understand. Fail- ure to understand how the controls work could cause an accident or prevent you from avoiding a n accident. NOT ICE ECJ00460 M[...]

Operation 59 pebbles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake, causing impeller dam- age and engine overheating. [ECJ0047 1] (3) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to your left wrist, and then attach the clip to the engine shut-off sw itch. It is not pos- sible to start the engine with the clip re - moved from the engine shut-off sw itch.[...]

Operation 60 EJU37181 Shifting W ARNI NG EWJ0123 0 ● Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose contr ol, be ejected, or impact the handlebars. ● Make sure that there are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting int o reverse. ● Do not touch the rever se gate while the shift leve[...]

Operation 61 EJU32901 Operating your watercraft EJU32931 Getting to know your watercraft Operating your watercraft requires skills ac- quired through practic e over a period of time. Take the time to learn the bas ic techniques well before attempting more difficult maneu - vers. Operating your n ew watercraft can be a very enjoyable activity , prov[...]

Operation 62 (subnormal body temperature) and abra - sions. Footwear and gloves are recommended . Eye protection is recommen ded to keep wind, water, and glare from the sun out of your eyes while you operate your watercraft. Restraining straps for eyewear are made which are de- signed to float should your eyewea r fall in the water. You should grip[...]

Operation 63 EJU33092 Boarding and starting in shallow water (1) Launch 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 operate 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 inta[...]

Operation 64 form, pull yourself up, and then grasp the reboarding grip with one hand. (2) Pull yourself up to a kneeling po sition on the platform, and then move to the seat and sit astride. (3) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to your left wrist, and then attach the clip to the engine shut-off switch. (4) Grip the handlebars with both ha[...]

Operation 65 (2) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to your left wrist, and then attach the clip to the engine shut-off switch. (3) Have the p assenger move to the rear of the watercraft. (4) Have the passenger board and sit astride the seat. When a passenger is boarding, both the passen ger and the opera tor should try to balance the w ater[...]

Operation 66 position, then crawl onto the seat as the watercraft accelerates. (5) Gradually inc rease the speed to balance the watercraft. EJU33231 Capsized watercraft W ARNI NG EWJ0067 1 Improper uprighting can cause injury. ● Be sure to shut the eng ine off by pulling on the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to remove the clip from the engine shu[...]

Operation 67 page 91 or “ Submerged watercraft ” on page 91.) NO TICE: Do not operate the engine at full throttle for at least 1 minute after the engine has bee n re- started. Excessive water in the engine compartment can splash into the en- gine, which can result in severe dam - age. [ECJ 00551] EJU36051 Turning the watercraft W ARNI NG EWJ011[...]

Operation 68 alone using just the am ount of thrust available at idle. D. If the engine is stopped while riding, there is no thrust. The watercraft will go straight even though the handlebars are turned. You need throttle to steer. This model is equipped with the Yamaha En- gine Management System (YEMS) that in- cludes an off-throttle s teering (OT[...]

Operation 69 steer away from a boa t or other obstacle that comes into your path. ● Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose contr ol, be ejected, or impact the handlebars. EJU37520 Beaching the watercraft (1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim- mers, or obstacl es near the beach. Re- [...]

Operation 70 EJU37141 Post-operation care To keep your watercraft in top shape, always take it out of the water after using it and per- form the following procedures. Le aving the watercraft in the water for e xtended periods will accelerate the rate of normal deterioration of the jet unit components and hull finish. Ma - rine organisms and corrosi[...]

Operation 71 EJU33462 Transporting Before putting the watercraft on a trailer o r transporting it, be s ure to put the s hift lever in the forward position. When transporting the watercraft on a traile r, secure the tie downs to the trailer through the bow eye and stern eyes. NO TICE: Do not attach ropes or t ie downs to any part of the wa tercraft[...]

Maintenance and care 72 EJU33490 Stor age W ARNI NG EWJ0033 0 Always place the watercraft upright in a horizontal position when storing it, other- wise fuel could leak out into the engine or engine compartment, which could create a fire hazard. Storage for long peri ods of time, such as win- ter storage, requires preventive mai ntenance to ensure a[...]

Maintenance and care 73 water passages by alternately squeezing and releasing the throttle lever for 10 to 15 seconds. (8) Stop the engine. (9) Remove the garden hose adapter and in - stall the flushing hose c onnector cap. (10) Install the watertight compartment and the rear seat. EJU36902 Lubrication (1) Lubricate all cables such as the throttle [...]

Maintenance and care 74 EJU33752 Maintenance and adjustments Periodic inspection, adjustment, and lubrica - tion will keep your watercraft in the safest and most efficient con dition possible. Safety i s an obligation of the watercraft owner. Proper maintenance must be carried out to keep the exhaust emission and sound levels w ithin the regulated [...]

Maintenance and care 75 EJU37060 Periodic maintenance chart The following chart gives gen eral guidelines for periodic maintenance. How ever, maintenance may need to be performed more frequently de pending on your operating conditions. This “” mark indicates maintenanc e that you may do yourself. This “” mark indicates work to be don e by a[...]

Maintenance and care 76 *1 This operation should be performed after every use. *2 This operation should be performed before long-term storage. Battery Check, charge 81 Rubber coupli ng Check — Engin e mount Chec k — Nuts and bolts Check — Air filter element Check 77 Engin e oil Replace 50 hours or 12 months 77 Oil fi lter Replace 77 V alve cl[...]

Maintenance and care 77 EJU34212 Chec king th e fuel sy stem W ARNI NG EWJ0038 1 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 the watercraft unsafe to operate. Check the fuel system for le[...]

Maintenance and care 78 If the steering is stiff or misadjus ted, have a Yamaha dealer service it. EJU36590 Chec king th e shift ca ble Place the shift lever in the reverse positi on. Make sure that the reverse gate m akes con- tact with the stopper. If the reverse gate does not make contact with the stopper, have a Yamaha dealer service it. EJU374[...]

Maintenance and care 79 If the throttle lever does not move smo othly or if the throttle lever free p lay is not within the specified range, have a Yamaha dealer ser- vice the watercraft. EJU37041 Cleaning and a djusting the spar k plugs W ARNI NG EWJ0035 0 Be careful not to dam age the insulator when removing or installing a spark plug. A damaged [...]

Maintenance and care 80 TIP: If removing the spark plug c ap nearest the stern, remove the plastic tie that i s securing the wiring harness before removi ng the cap. (4) Remove the spark plug. Measure the spark plug g ap with a wire thickness gaug e. Replace the spa rk plug or adjust the gap to spec ification if neces- sar y. To install a spark plu[...]

Maintenance and care 81 ● Throttle cable (handlebar end ) ● Steering cable (handlebar end) ● Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end) ● QSTS rod (jet thrust nozzle end) ● Shift cable (reverse gate end) ● Intermediate housing Fill the intermediate housing with water-re- sistant grease through the grease nipple using a grease gun. EJU34452 [...]

Maintenance and care 82 W ARNI NG EWJ0079 1 Battery electrolyte is poisonous and d an- gerous, causing severe bur ns, etc. Elec- trolyte contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Antidotes External: Flush with water. Internal: Drink l arge quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of m agnesia, beaten egg, or vegetable[...]

Maintenance and care 83 (3) Secure the ba ttery in place. WARNING! Fire or explosion could result if the breather hose is damaged, obstruct- ed, or not connected properly. [EWJ00451 ] EJU34491 Fuel inject ion system If the fuel injection system is malfunctioning, have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft. EJU37500 Checking the trolling speed (1) [...]

Specifications 84 EJU34542 Specificatio ns Watercraft capacity: Maximu m peo ple on bo ard: 2 pers on Maximu m load capacit y: 160 kg ( 353 lb) Dimensions: Length: 3350 mm (131.9 in) Width: 1230 mm (48. 4 in) Height: 1160 mm (45. 7 in) Dry weigh t: 366 kg ( 807 lb) Performance: Maxim um fue l consum ptio n: 71.3 L /h (18.8 U S gal/h, 15 .7 Imp.ga l[...]

Trouble recovery 85 EJU34560 Troubleshooting If you have any trouble with your watercraft, use this section to check for the possible cause. If you cannot find the ca use, or if the procedure for replaceme nt or repair is not described in this owner ’ s/ operator ’ s manual, have a Yamah a dealer perform the necessary service. EJU36982 Troubles[...]

Trouble recove ry 86 Engine runs irregu- larly or stalls Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos- sible 46 Stale or contaminat- ed Hav e ser viced by Y amaha dealer 77 Fuel tank Water or dir t present Have ser viced by Y amaha dealer 77 Spark plug Fouled or defectiv e Replace 79 Incorrect heat range Replac e 79 Gap incorrect Adjust 79 Spark plug cap Loose[...]

Trouble recovery 87 Wat erc r af t sl o w o r loses power Shift le v er Not completely s hift- ed into forw ard posi- tion Push lev er f orward until it stops 33 Y amaha Se- curity S ystem Low-RPM mode se- lected Select normal mode 37 Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 88 Impeller damaged or worn Hav e ser viced by Y amaha dealer 88 Engine over- h[...]

Trouble recove ry 88 EJU34620 Emerge ncy procedure s EJU34631 Cleaning the je t intake a nd impeller W ARNI NG EWJ0078 0 Before attempting to remove weeds or de- bris from the jet intake or impeller area, shut the engine off and remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch. Severe in- jury or death could result from coming in contact with the ro[...]

Trouble recovery 89 (2) Remove any weeds or debris from around the jet intake, drive shaft, impel- ler, jet pum p housing, and jet thrus t noz- zle. If debris is difficult to remove, consult a Yamaha dealer. EJU34641 Jumping the battery If the watercraft battery ha s run down, the en- gine can be started using a 12-volt booster battery and jumper c[...]

Trouble recove ry 90 (2) Remove the electric al box cover. (3) Remove the cap on the electrical box. (4) Replace the blown fuse with the spare fuse of the correct amperage by using the fuse puller on the reverse side of the cap. WARNING! Do not use fuses of higher amperage than recommended. Substi- tution with a fuse that has an improper rating can[...]

Trouble recovery 91 EJU34711 Towing the watercraft W ARNI NG EWJ0081 1 ● The operator of the tow ing boat must keep speed to a minimum and avoid tr af- fic or obstacles which could be a hazard to the operator on the watercr aft. ● The towline should be long enough so that the watercraft will not collide with the towing boat when slowing down. I[...]

Consumer information 92 EJU34780 Limited warranty Y AMAHA MO TOR CORPORA TION, U.S.A. W A TERCRAFT LIMITED W ARRANTY Y amaha Motor Corporation is proud of its heritage and reputa tion for producing products w ith high standard s of quality and w ork man- ship . Product e xcellence provid es the cornerstone for our commitment to customer satisfa cti[...]

Consumer information 93 THIS W ARRA NTY GIVES Y OU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND Y OU MA Y ALSO HA VE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH V AR Y FROM ST A TE T O ST A TE. Y AMAHA M O T OR CORPORA TION, U.S.A. P ost Office Bo x 6555 Cypress, Calif ornia 90630 W ARRANTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWER S Q. What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period? A. The custome[...]

Consumer information 94 EJU34800 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) K eep your Y amaha protected ev en after your warranty e xpires with genuine Y amah a Extended Service (Y .E.S.). • Y .E.S. is designed and administere d by Y amaha Motor Cor poration to provide maximum owner satisf action. Y ou get uninterrupted factor y-back ed cov erage for e xt[...]

Index A Air filter element .......................... ............. 77 Approval lab el of emission cont rol certificate ..................... ................. .......... 2 B Battery .................. ................. ............. 52, 73 Battery, c hecking............. ............ ............. 81 Battery, ju mping .............. ..............[...]

Index O Oil pressure warni ng ............. ................. .. 41 Operatin g in weede d areas .................... .. 69 Operatin g your watercra ft......................... 61 Operatio n ............. ........... ................. ........ 58 Operatio n of contr ols and o ther functio ns ................. ................. ............. 28 Opera[...]

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