warning YAMAHA SUPERJET 2006 Owner's Guide

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Inspecting the fuel system
WARNING@ Gasoline is highly flammable and explo-
sive. A fire or explosion can cause
severe injury or death. Shut off the
engine. Do not smoke. Avoid spilling
gasoline.
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Check the fuel system for leaks, cracks,
or malfunctions. If any problem is found, do
the necessary repair or replacement 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 check for and repair any fuel
leakage may result in fire or explosion.
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Fuel filter
This watercraft is equipped with a one-
piece, disposable fuel filter 1. The fuel filter
should be replaced after the initial 10 hours
or first month of operation and every
200 hours or 24 months thereafter, or if
water is found in the filter. Have a Yamaha
dealer 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.
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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 Yamaha dealer service the
watercraft.
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NOTE:@
Wipe off any water on the spark plug or
inside the cap before installing the spark
plug cap. Push the spark plug cap down
until it is securely installed.

If a torque wrench is not available when
you are installing a new spark plug, a
good estimate of the correct torque is 1/4
turn to 1/2 turn past finger tight with the
spark plug wrench included in the tool kit.
Have the spark plug adjusted to the cor-
rect torque with a torque wrench as soon
as possible.
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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 an explo-
sion or fire.
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Lubrication points
To keep moving parts sliding or rotating
smoothly, coat them with water-resistant
grease.

Throttle cable (carburetor end)

Choke cable (carburetor end)

Throttle cable (handlebar end)
Pull the throttle lever and remove the
seal1. Spray a rust inhibitor into the
outer cable. Refit the seal securely. Recommended water resistant grease:
Yamaha Marine Grease/
Yamaha Grease A
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Inspecting the battery
Check the level of the battery electrolyte
and make sure that the negative and posi-
tive leads are securely tightened.
WARNING@
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous, causing severe burns, etc.
Electrolyte contains sulfuric acid.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or cloth-
ing.
Antidotes
External: Flush with water.
Internal: Drink large quantities of water
or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten egg, or vegetable oil. Call phy-
sician immediately.
Eyes: 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
result if the breather hose is damaged,
obstructed, or not connected properly.
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CAUTION:@
Be careful not to place the battery on
its side.

Be sure to remove the battery from the
battery compartment when adding
electrolyte or charging the battery.
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Replacing the fuse
The fuse is in the electrical box 1.
To replace the fuse:
1. Remove the cap 2, pull out the red lead,
and bring the fuse holder 3 out of the
electrical box.
2. Open the fuse holder and replace the
fuse 4 with one of the correct amper-
age.
WARNING@ Do not use 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.
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Fuse amperage: 10 A
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Adjusting the steering friction
The amount of friction in the steering can
be adjusted to suit operator preference.
To adjust the friction:
1. Loosen the four screws, and then
remove the handlebar cover.
2. Turn the handlebars as far as possible to
starboard (right).
3. Loosen the locknut 2.
4. Tighten or loosen the adjusting nut 1
until the desired amount of friction is
reached.
5. Hold the adjusting nut with one wrench
while tightening the locknut with another
wrench.
Tightening torque:
29 N·m (2.9 kgf·m, 21 ft·lb)
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Emergency procedures
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Cleaning the jet intake and
impeller
If weeds or debris get caught in the intake
or impeller, cavitation can occur, causing jet
thrust to decrease even though engine
speed rises. If this condition is allowed to
continue, the engine will overheat and may
seize. If there is any sign that the jet intake
or impeller is clogged with weeds or debris,
return to shore and check the intake and
impeller. Always stop the engine before
beaching the watercraft.
WARNING@ Before attempting to remove weeds or
debris from the jet intake or impeller
area, 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.
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1. Turn the watercraft on its side as shown.
CAUTION:@
Place a suitable clean cloth or carpet-
ing underneath the watercraft to pro-
tect it from abrasions and scratches.

Always turn the watercraft over onto
its port (left) side.

When turning the watercraft on its
side, support the bow so the handle-
bars cannot be bent or damaged.
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2. Remove any weeds or debris from
around the drive shaft, impeller, pump
housing, and jet thrust nozzle.
If debris is difficult to remove, consult
your Yamaha dealer.
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CAUTION:@ Always avoid operating your watercraft in
areas where weed growth is thick. If trav-
eling in weeded areas is unavoidable,
operate the engine alternately at partial
throttle and full throttle. Weeds tend to
accumulate more at a steady speed and
at trolling speed. If weeds clog the intake
or impeller area and cause cavitation, fol-
low the cleaning procedure above.
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Jumping the battery
If the watercraft battery 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-
cian immediately.
Eyes: 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 battery in an
enclosed space, make sure that it is well
ventilated. Always shield your eyes when
working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHIL-
DREN.
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Towing the watercraft
If the watercraft becomes inoperative in
the water, it can be towed to shore.
If the watercraft must be towed in an
emergency using a tow line, the operator
should ride the watercraft, holding onto the
handlebars and supporting his body weight
on the riding tray. This will help keep the bow
of the watercraft out of the water.
CAUTION:@
Tow the watercraft at 5 mph (8 km/h) or
less, otherwise water could enter the
engine through the exhaust passages
or through the air intake and flood the
engine compartment if it is towed too
fast.

Tow the watercraft using the rope
hole1 only.

The bow must be kept up out of the
water during towing to prevent water
from entering the engine compart-
ment.
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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 combined length of the
towing boat and the watercraft.

The operator of the towing boat must
keep speed to a minimum and avoid
traffic or obstacles which could be a
hazard to the operator on the water-
craft.
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Index
2-stroke engine oil ................................... 3-2
A
Adjusting the carburetor ........................ 4-19
Adjusting the choke cable ..................... 4-16
Adjusting the jet thrust nozzle angle ..... 4-21
Adjusting the steering friction ................ 4-20
Adjusting the trolling speed ................... 4-19
B
Battery .............................................. 3-8, 4-5
Beaching the watercraft ........................ 3-31
Bilge ........................................................ 3-8
Boarding and starting in deep water ..... 3-22
Boarding and starting in shallow
water ..................................................... 3-24
Builder’s plate.......................................... 1-2
C
Capsized watercraft .............................. 3-26
Choke knob ............................................. 2-6
Cleaning and adjusting the spark
plugs...................................................... 4-13
Cleaning the jet intake and impeller ........ 5-3
Cleaning the watercraft ........................... 4-6
Connecting the jumper cables................. 5-5
Cooling water pilot outlet ................ 2-7, 3-12
Cruising limitations .................................. 1-8
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Emergency procedures ........................... 5-3
Engine break-in ..................................... 3-13
Engine compartment ............................... 3-6
Engine overheat warning system ............ 2-9
Engine serial number .............................. 1-1
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) ............... 3-11
Engine shut-off switch ............................. 2-5
Engine stop switch .................................. 2-5
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ......... 1-14
F
Filling the fuel tank .................................. 3-4
Fire extinguisher...................................... 3-9
Flushing the cooling system .................... 4-1Fuel and oil.............................................. 3-1
Fuel cock knob ........................................ 2-4
Fuel filter ............................................... 4-11
Fuel system ......................................3-7, 4-4
Fuel tank ............................................... 4-11
Fuel tank filler cap ................................... 2-4
G
Gasohol ................................................... 3-2
Gasoline .................................................. 3-1
Getting to know your watercraft ............ 3-19
H
Hazard information ................................ 1-12
Hood........................................................ 2-3
Hull .......................................................... 3-6
Hull Identification Number (HIN).............. 1-1
I
Identification numbers ............................. 1-1
Important labels ....................................... 1-3
Inspecting and adjusting the throttle
cable...................................................... 4-12
Inspecting the battery ............................ 4-17
Inspecting the fuel system ..................... 4-10
Inspecting the jet thrust nozzle angle .... 4-12
J
Jet unit................................................... 3-11
Jumping the battery ................................. 5-4
K
Kneeling ................................................ 3-25
L
Label location .......................................... 1-3
Learning to operate your watercraft ...... 3-19
Leaving the watercraft ........................... 3-18
Limitations on who may operate the
watercraft ................................................ 1-7
Location of main components ................. 2-1
Lubrication............................................... 4-3
Lubrication points .................................. 4-14
M
Maintenance and adjustments ................ 4-7
Mixing fuel and oil ................................... 3-3
Model information.................................... 1-2
O
Operating positions ............................... 3-25
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Operating your watercraft...................... 3-19
Operation .............................................. 3-13
Operation of controls and other
functions .................................................. 2-3
Operation requirements .......................... 1-9
Other labels ............................................. 1-6
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual and
tool kit ...................................................... 4-8
P
Periodic maintenance chart..................... 4-9
Post-operation checks........................... 3-32
Pre-operation check list........................... 3-5
Pre-operation check points ..................... 3-6
Pre-operation checks .............................. 3-5
Primary Identification (PRI-ID)
number .................................................... 1-1
R
Recommended equipment .................... 1-11
Replacing the fuse ................................ 4-20
Rough water operation .......................... 3-31
S
Safe boating rules ................................. 1-13
Safety information ................................... 1-7
Specifications ........................................ 4-23
Standing ................................................ 3-25
Starting the engine ................................ 3-15
Starting the watercraft ........................... 3-21
Start switch.............................................. 2-6
Steering pole .................................. 2-8, 3-10
Steering system ............................. 2-7, 3-10
Stopping the engine .............................. 3-18
Stopping the watercraft ......................... 3-30
Storage.................................................... 4-1
Storage pouch ....................................... 2-10
Submerged watercraft ............................. 5-7
Switches ................................................ 3-12
T
Throttle .................................................. 3-10
Throttle lever ........................................... 2-6
Towing the watercraft .............................. 5-6
Transporting .......................................... 3-34
Troubleshooting ...................................... 5-1
Troubleshooting chart ............................. 5-1Turning the watercraft ........................... 3-28
W
Warning labels ........................................ 1-4
Watercraft characteristics ...................... 1-12
Water separator ...................................... 3-7
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