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OPERATION
Fuel and oil ............................................... 3-1
Gasoline ................................................. 3-1
Engine oil ................................................ 3-3
Filling the fuel tank ................................. 3-4
Pre-operation checks .............................. 3-5
Pre-operation check list ......................... 3-5
Pre-operation check points .................... 3-6
Operation ................................................ 3-15
Engine break-in .................................... 3-15
Launching the watercraft ..................... 3-16
Starting the engine ............................... 3-17
Stopping the engine ............................. 3-19
Leaving 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
Reverse on waterways
(for VX110 Deluxe) .............................. 3-33
Rough water operation ........................ 3-33
Post-operation checks ......................... 3-34
Transporting .......................................... 3-36
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Fuel and oil
This watercraft is equipped with a
4-stroke engine. Conventional 2-stroke
engine oil cannot be used.
The engine utilizes an electronic fuel
injection system to deliver the optimal air-
fuel mixture ratio required by the engine.
With optimal combustion conditions, this
system is able to increase startability and
improve fuel economy.
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Gasoline
WARNING@ GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE!

Do not smoke when refueling, and
keep away from sparks, flames, or
other sources of ignition.

Stop engine before refueling.

Refuel in a well-ventilated area with
the watercraft in a horizontal position.

Do 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 reaches approx-
imately 50 mm (2 in) from the top of the
fuel tank. Fuel expands as it warms up
and could overflow if the fuel tank has
been overfilled. If temporarily leaving
the watercraft with a full fuel tank, do
not leave it in direct sunlight. Leave it
in a well-ventilated area with the water-
craft in a horizontal position.
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Pre-operation checks
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Pre-operation check list
Before operating this watercraft, perform the checks in the following check list. See the
accompanying text in this chapter for details on how to perform the checks.
WARNING@ If any item in the pre-operation check list is not working properly, have it inspected
and repaired before operating the watercraft, otherwise an accident could occur.
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NOTE:@ Pre-operation checks should be made thoroughly each time the watercraft is used. This pro-
cedure can be completed in a short time. It is worth the time spent to assure safety and reli-
ability.
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ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Engine compartment Remove the seat to ventilate the engine compartment.
Check for fuel vapors and loose electrical connections.3-6
Bilge Check for water and fuel and remove if necessary. 3-9
Stern drain plugs Check for proper installation. 3-9
Throttle lever Check that the throttle lever springs back smoothly. 3-11
Steering system Check for proper operation. 3-12
Shift lever and reverse gate
(VX110 Deluxe)Check for proper operation.
3-12
Fuel and oil Check fuel and oil levels and add if necessary.
Check the hoses and tanks for leakage.3-6, 3-7
Water separator Check for water and drain if necessary. 3-8
Battery Check electrolyte level, battery terminal connections,
breather hose connection, and battery condition.3-10
Hood Check that the hood is properly secured. 2-6
Seat Check that the seat is properly secured. 2-5
Hull and deck Check the hull and deck for cracks or other damage. 3-6
Jet unit Check for debris and remove if necessary. 3-13
Fire extinguisher Check condition and replace if necessary. 3-11
Engine shut-off cord Check condition and replace if frayed or broken. 3-13
Switches Check the start switch, engine stop switch, and engine
shut-off switch for proper operation.3-14
Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water is discharged while the engine is run-
ning and the watercraft is in the water.3-14
Multifunction meter Check for warning indications and proper operation. 3-14
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Engine oil level
Check the engine oil level before each
use.
CAUTION:@
When checking the engine oil level on
water, be careful of other watercraft,
boats, swimmers, and obstacles. The
water current and wind can cause the
watercraft to move and lead to a colli-
sion.

When checking the engine oil level on
land, supply water to the cooling water
passages. (See page 4-1 for proce-
dures on supplying water.)

Make sure that the engine has enough
oil but do not overfill it. If there is too
little oil, the engine can be damaged. If
there is too much oil, the air filter can
become saturated with oil, perma-
nently damaging the filter and reduc-
ing engine performance. Follow the
checking procedure carefully.

Make sure that debris and water do not
enter the oil tank filler hole. Debris and
water in the engine oil can cause seri-
ous engine damage.
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To check the engine oil level:
1. Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi-
tion or launch the watercraft, and then
start the engine.
2. Run the engine at trolling speed for
6 minutes or more, and then stop the
engine.
NOTE:@ If the ambient temperature is 20 °C (68°F)
or less, warm up the engine for an additional
5 minutes.
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3. Remove the seat. (See page 2-5 for seat
removal and installation procedures.)
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Switches
CAUTION:@ Do not run the engine of the watercraft
for more than 15 seconds on land with-
out supplying water, otherwise the
engine may overheat.
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Check the start switch, the engine stop
switch, and the engine shut-off switch for
proper operation.
Push the start switch 1 to start the
engine. As soon as the engine starts run-
ning, push the engine stop 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.)
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Cooling water pilot outlet
Check that water comes out from the pilot
outlet while the engine is running and the
watercraft is in the water. (See page 2-11 for
more information.)
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Multifunction meter
Check the operation of the multifunction
meter. (See pages 2-18 to 2-23 for operation
of the meter.)
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3. Attach the clip 1 to the engine shut-off
switch 2 and attach the engine shut-off
cord 3 to your left wrist.
WARNING@ Check that the engine shut-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.
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NOTE:@ It is not possible to start the engine with the
clip removed from the engine shut-off
switch.
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4. Push the start switch (green button), and
then release it as soon as the engine
starts to run.
NOTE:@ The engine will not start if the throttle lever is
squeezed.
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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
then try again.
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Stopping the engine
To stop the engine, release the throttle
lever, and then push the engine stop switch
(red button).
WARNING@ You need throttle to steer. 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.
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Leaving the watercraft
If leaving the watercraft, select the lock
mode of the Yamaha Security System (for
VX110 Deluxe) and remove the engine shut-
off cord to reduce the chance of accidental
starting or unauthorized use by children or
others. (See page 2-15 for Yamaha Security
System and low-RPM mode selection pro-
cedures.)
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1. Put the watercraft on land in a horizontal
position.
2. Remove the seat. (See page 2-5 for seat
removal and installation procedures.)
3. Remove the flushing hose connector
cap1, and then insert the garden hose
adapter 2 into the flushing hose con-
nector 3 and turn it until it is securely
connected.
4. Connect the garden hose adapter to a
water tap using a hose.
NOTE:@ The garden hose is not included and must
be purchased separately.
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5. Start the engine, and then immediately
turn the water supply on until water flows
out continually from the jet nozzle.
6. 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.
7. Turn the water supply off, and then force
the remaining water out from the cooling
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
install the cap.
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Index
A
Adjusting the fuel injection system ........ 4-22
Approval label of emission control
certificate ................................................. 1-4
B
Battery ............................................ 3-10, 4-5
Beaching the watercraft ........................ 3-32
Bilge ........................................................ 3-9
Boarding alone ...................................... 3-24
Boarding and starting in deep water ..... 3-24
Boarding with passengers ..................... 3-25
Builder’s plate.......................................... 1-3
C
Capsized watercraft .............................. 3-27
Changing the engine oil ........................ 4-12
Check engine warning indicator ............ 2-20
Checking the air filter element............... 4-14
Checking the trolling speed ................... 4-22
Cleaning and adjusting the spark
plugs...................................................... 4-16
Cleaning the jet intake and impeller ........ 5-3
Cleaning the watercraft ........................... 4-6
Connecting the jumper cables................. 5-6
Cooling water pilot outlet .............. 2-11, 3-14
Cruising limitations ................................ 1-13
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Docking the watercraft .......................... 3-32
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Emergency procedures ........................... 5-3
Emission control information
(For Canada only) ................................... 1-4
Engine break-in ..................................... 3-15
Engine compartment ............................... 3-6
Engine oil ................................................ 3-3
Engine oil level ........................................ 3-7
Engine overheat warning indicator ........ 2-22
Engine serial number .............................. 1-2
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) ............... 3-13
Engine shut-off switch ............................. 2-9
Engine stop switch .................................. 2-9
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ......... 1-21F
Filling the fuel tank .................................. 3-4
Fire extinguisher .................................... 3-11
Flushing the cooling system .................... 4-1
Front storage compartment ................... 2-24
Fuel and oil.............................................. 3-1
Fuel level ................................................. 3-6
Fuel meter ............................................. 2-19
Fuel system ............................................. 4-4
Fuel tank ............................................... 4-11
Fuel tank filler cap ................................... 2-6
Fuel warning indicator ........................... 2-21
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Gasohol ................................................... 3-2
Gasoline .................................................. 3-1
Getting to know your watercraft ............ 3-20
Glove compartment ............................... 2-25
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Handgrip ................................................ 2-14
Hazard information ................................ 1-17
Hood........................................................ 2-6
Hour meter/Voltmeter ............................ 2-20
Hull and deck .......................................... 3-6
Hull Identification Number (HIN).............. 1-2
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Identification numbers ............................. 1-1
Important labels ....................................... 1-5
Inspecting and adjusting the throttle
cable...................................................... 4-15
Inspecting the battery ............................ 4-20
Inspecting the fuel system ..................... 4-11
Inspecting the jet thrust nozzle angle .... 4-14
Inspecting the shift cable
(for VX110 Deluxe) ................................ 4-14
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Jet unit................................................... 3-13
Jumping the battery ................................. 5-5
L
Label location .......................................... 1-5
Launching the watercraft ....................... 3-16
Learning to operate your watercraft ...... 3-20
Leaving the watercraft ........................... 3-19
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Limitations on who may operate the
watercraft .............................................. 1-12
“L-MODE” indicator light
(for VX110 Deluxe)................................ 2-23
Location of main components ................. 2-1
Lubrication............................................... 4-3
Lubrication points .................................. 4-18
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Maintenance and adjustments ................ 4-7
Manufactured date label.......................... 1-4
Model information (For Europe only)....... 1-3
Multifunction meter ....................... 2-18, 3-14
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Oil pressure warning indicator............... 2-21
Operating your watercraft...................... 3-20
Operation .............................................. 3-15
Operation of controls and other
functions .................................................. 2-5
Operation requirements ........................ 1-14
Other labels ........................................... 1-10
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual and
tool kit ...................................................... 4-9
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Periodic maintenance chart................... 4-10
Post-operation checks........................... 3-34
Pre-operation check list........................... 3-5
Pre-operation check points ..................... 3-6
Pre-operation checks .............................. 3-5
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ... 1-1
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Recommended equipment .................... 1-16
Remote control transmitter
(for VX110 Deluxe).................................. 2-7
Replacing the fuses............................... 4-23
Reverse on waterways
(for VX110 Deluxe)................................ 3-33
Riding watercraft with passengers ........ 3-21
Rough water operation .......................... 3-33
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Safe boating rules ................................. 1-21
Safety information ................................. 1-12
Seat ......................................................... 2-5
“SECURITY” indicator light
(for VX110 Deluxe)................................ 2-23Selecting the normal mode/
low-RPM mode (for VX110 Deluxe) ...... 2-17
Shift lever and reverse gate
(for VX110 Deluxe) ................................ 3-12
Shift lever (for VX110 Deluxe) ............... 2-13
Specifications ........................................ 4-24
Speedometer......................................... 2-19
Starting and boarding in shallow
water ..................................................... 3-23
Starting from a dock .............................. 3-23
Starting the engine ................................ 3-17
Starting the watercraft ........................... 3-22
Start switch............................................ 2-10
Steering system ...........................2-12, 3-12
Stern drain plug ....................................... 3-9
Stopping the engine .............................. 3-19
Stopping the watercraft ......................... 3-31
Storage.................................................... 4-1
Storage compartments .......................... 2-24
Submerged watercraft ............................. 5-8
Switches ................................................ 3-14
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Tachometer ........................................... 2-19
Throttle .................................................. 3-11
Throttle lever ......................................... 2-10
Towing the watercraft .............................. 5-7
Transporting .......................................... 3-36
Troubleshooting ...................................... 5-1
Troubleshooting chart ............................. 5-1
Turning the watercraft ........................... 3-29
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Warning labels ........................................ 1-6
Watercraft characteristics ...................... 1-17
Water separator ...................................... 3-8
Water-skiing .......................................... 1-19
Y
Yamaha Engine Management
System (YEMS) ..................................... 2-15
Yamaha Security System
(for VX110 Deluxe) ................................ 2-15
Yamaha Security System lock and
unlock modes (for VX110 Deluxe) ........ 2-16
Yamaha Security System/Low-RPM
mode (for VX110 Deluxe) ...................... 2-15
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