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Operation and handling requirements
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Checking the engine oil levelEWJ00341
Engine oil is extremely hot immediately af-
ter the engine is turned off. Coming in con-
tact with or getting any engine oil on your
clothes could result in burns.
ECJ00392
Do not run the engine with too much or
not enough oil in the oil tank, otherwise
the engine could be damaged.
Make sure that debris and water do not
enter the oil tank filler hole. Debris and
water in the engine oil can cause serious
engine damage.
TIP:
When checking the engine oil level on land,
the engine must be running while water is
being supplied to the cooling water pas-
sages. (See “Flushing the cooling water
passages” on page 74 for information on
supplying water.)
When checking the engine oil level on wa-
ter, moor the watercraft so that it will not
drift away.
To check the engine oil level:
(1) With the engine stopped, place the wa- tercraft in a precisely level position on
land or launch the watercraft.
(2) Look in all directions, and then start the engine. (See page 61 for information on
starting the engine.)
(3) Run the engine at idling speed for 6 min- utes or more. Run the engine an addi-
tional 5 minutes if the ambient
temperature is 20 °C (68 °F) or less.
(4) Stop the engine.
(5) Remove the seat and seat storage com- partment. (See page 37 for seat removal and installation procedures and page 41
for information on the seat storage com-
partment.)
(6) Loosen the oil tank filler cap and remove it, and then wipe the attached dipstick
clean.
(7) Screw the oil tank filler cap into the filler hole until it stops. Remove the oil tank
filler cap again and make sure that the
engine oil level is between the minimum
and maximum level marks.
(8) If the engine oil level is significantly above the maximum level mark, consult
a Yamaha dealer. If the engine oil level is
below the minimum level mark, slowly
add engine oil.
1Oil tank filler cap/Dipstick
1 Dipstick
2 Maximum level mark
3 Minimum level mark
1
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drain plugs could be damaged, allow-
ing water to enter the engine compart-
ment. Check the O-rings on the stern
drain plugs and make sure that the
plugs are tightened securely before
launching the watercraft. Otherwise,
water may flood the engine compart-
ment and cause the watercraft to sub-
merge.
[ECJ00363]
(5) Securely install the stern drain plugs bytightening them until they stop.
EJU40535Draining the bilge water on water
A small quantity of bilge water will remain in
the engine compartment even after the bilge
water is drained on water. To completely
drain the bilge water, remove the watercraft
from the water and drain the bilge water on
land.
Jet vacuum bilge draining system
While the watercraft is operating, bilge water
in the engine compartment is drawn in by the
vacuum that is generated in the jet pump and
discharged from the watercraft through the
jet thrust nozzle.
To drain the bilge water on water:
Operate the watercraft as straight as possible
and above planing speed for at least 2 min-
utes. NOTICE: Do not run the engine at full
throttle for at least 1 minute after the en-
gine has been restarted. Bilge water in the engine compartment can splash into the
engine, which can result in severe dam-
age.
[ECJ00554]
1
O-ring
1
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Pre-operation checks
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EJU31982
EWJ00412
Failure to inspect or maintain the watercraft properly increases the possibility of an ac-
cident or damage to the watercraft. Do not operate the watercraft if you find any prob-
lem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have
the watercraft inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
EJU41235Pre-operation checklist
Before using this watercraft, be sure to perform the checks in the following checklist.
ITEMROUTINEPAGE
PRE-LAUNCH CHECKS
Engine compartment Ventilate the engine compartment.
Check inside the engine compartment for damage.
53
Fuel system Check the fuel system for leakage.
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
53
Water separator Check the water separator for water. 54
Engine unit Check the exterior of the engine unit for damage. 54
Engine oil level Check the engine oil level. 54
Bilge water Check the engine compartment for bilge water. 54
Battery Check the battery connections. 54
Steering system Check the steering system for proper operation. 55
Reverse system (EX
SPORT) Check the reverse system for proper operation.
55
RiDE lever (EX DELUXE /
EX LIMITED) Check the RiDE lever for proper operation.
56
Throttle lever Check the throttle lever for proper operation. 56
Engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard) Check the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) for dam-
age.
56
Switches Check the start switch, engine stop switch, and en-
gine shut-off switch for proper operation.
57
Storage compartments Check the storage compartments for damage and
water.
57
Fire extinguisher holder Check the fire extinguisher holder for damage. 57
Fire extinguisher Check the condition of the fire extinguisher. 57
Safety equipment Check that safety equipment meeting the applica-
ble regulations is on board.
58
Hull and deck Check the hull and deck for damage. 58
Jet intake Check the jet intake for damage and clogging. 58
Jet thrust nozzle and re-
verse gate (EX SPORT / EX
DELUXE / EX LIMITED) Check the jet thrust nozzle and reverse gate for
damage.
58
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falls off, allowing the watercraft to contin-
ue to run and cause an accident.
[EWJ01221]
EJU40692
Switch checksECJ01311
Do not run the engine over 4000 r/min on
land. Also, do not run the engine for more
than 15 seconds without supplying water,
otherwise the engine could overheat.
Check the start switch, the engine stop
switch, and the engine shut-off switch for
proper operation. (See pages 24 to 24 for in-
formation on operating each switch.)
To check the operation of the switches:
(1) Push the start switch to make sure that the engine starts. (2) As soon as the engine starts running,
push the engine stop switch to make
sure that the engine stops immediately.
(3) Restart the engine, and then pull the en- gine shut-off cord (lanyard) to remove
the clip from the engine shut-off switch
to make sure that the engine stops im-
mediately.
EJU40102Storage compartment checks
Make sure that the storage compartments
are not damaged and that water has not col-
lected in the compartments. (See page 39 for
information on the storage compartments.)
EJU44670Fire extinguisher holder checks
Make sure that the fire extinguisher holder is
installed in the correct direction and is not
damaged. (See page 42 for information on
the fire extinguisher holder.)
EJU44630Fire extinguisher check
Check that there is a full fire extinguisher on
board.
To check the fire extinguisher, see the in-
structions supplied by the fire extinguisher
manufacturer. Always keep the fire extin-
guisher stored in the holder.
Always carry a fire extinguisher on board. A
fire extinguisher is not standard equipment
with this watercraft. If you do not have one,
contact a Yamaha dealer or a fire extinguish-
1Start switch
2 Engine stop switch
3 Engine shut-off switch
4 Clip
5 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
1
3
4
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craft to continue to run and cause an
accident.
[EWJ00582]
(3) With the throttle lever released, push thestart switch (green button) to start the
engine. (See page 24 for information on
operating the start switch.)
EJU32863Stopping the engine
Release the throttle lever, and then push the
engine stop switch (red button) to stop the
engine. WARNING! You need throttle to
steer. Shutting the engine off can cause
you to hit an obstacle you are attempting to avoid. A collision could result in severe
injury or death.
[EWJ00602]
EJU32873
Leaving the watercraft
If leaving the watercraft, remove the clip from
the engine shut-off switch to prevent acci-
dental starting or unauthorized operation by
children or others.
EJU44361Operating the watercraft
EX:
When the engine is running, the watercraft
will move forward at trolling speed even if the
1 Clip
2 Engine shut-off switch
3 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
12
3
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after the engine has been restarted.
Bilge water in the engine compart-
ment can splash into the engine,
which can result in severe damage.
[ECJ00554]
EJU44390
Beaching and docking the watercraft
To beach the watercraft (EX / EX SPORT):
(1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim- mers, or obstacles near the beach.
(2) Release the throttle lever to reduce speed about 90 m (300 ft) before you
reach the intended beaching area.
(3) Slowly approach the beach and stop the engine just before reaching land.
WARNING! You need throttle to steer. Shutting the engine off can cause you
to hit an obstacle you are attempting
to avoid. A collision could result in se-
vere injury or death.
[EWJ00602] NOTICE:
Never run the engine 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 intake, causing impeller dam-
age and engine overheating.
[ECJ00473]
(4) Get off the watercraft and pull it up on the beach.
To beach the watercraft (EX DELUXE / EX
LIMITED):
(1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim- mers, or obstacles near the beach.
(2) Release the throttle lever to reduce speed about 90 m (300 ft) before you
reach the intended beaching area.
(3) Slowly approach the beach using the throttle lever and RiDE lever to control
the watercraft speed. NOTICE: Never
run the engine 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 intake, causing impeller damage and
engine overheating.
[ECJ00473]
(4) After reaching land, stop the engine, and
then get off the watercraft and pull it up
on the beach.
To dock the watercraft (EX / EX SPORT):
(1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim- mers, or obstacles near the dock.
(2) Release the throttle lever to reduce speed about 90 m (300 ft) away from the
dock.
(3) Slowly approach the dock and stop the engine just before coming alongside it.
WARNING! You need throttle to steer. Shutting the engine off can cause you
to hit an obstacle you are attempting
to avoid. A collision could result in se-
vere injury or death.
[EWJ00602]
(4) Come alongside the dock and get off the watercraft.
To dock the watercraft (EX DELUXE / EX
LIMITED):
(1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim- mers, or obstacles near the dock.
(2) Release the throttle lever to reduce speed about 90 m (300 ft) away from the
dock.
(3) Slowly approach the dock using the throttle lever and RiDE lever to control
the watercraft speed.
(4) After coming alongside the dock, stop the engine, and then get off the water-
craft.
EJU37194Operating in weeded areas
Always avoid using your watercraft in areas
where weed growth is thick. If operating in
weeded areas is unavoidable, alternately
squeeze the throttle lever and relax your grip
on the throttle lever to vary the engine speed.
Weeds tend to become clogged more when
operating at a steady speed and at trolling
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speed. If weeds may have clogged the intake
area, clean the jet intake. (See page 89 for in-
formation on the jet intake.)
EJU40242After removing the watercraft from
the water
ECJ01311
Do not run the engine over 4000 r/min on
land. Also, do not run the engine for more
than 15 seconds without supplying water,
otherwise the engine could overheat.
After operating and removing the watercraft
from the water, promptly discharge the re-
maining water from the cooling water pas-
sages.
To discharge water from the cooling water
passages:
(1) Make sure that the area around the wa- tercraft is clear, and then start the en-
gine.
(2) Discharge the remaining water out of the cooling water passages by alternately
squeezing and releasing the throttle lever
quickly for 10 to 15 seconds.
(3) Stop the engine.
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(3) Release the hooks on the port side of theair filter case, and remove the air filter
case cover.
(4) Spray a rust inhibitor into the intake opening for 3 seconds. WARNING! Do
not spray flammable rust inhibitor
products on engine surfaces while the engine is hot. The sprayed substance
or propellants could catch fire.
[EWJ00262]
(5) Place the air filter case cover in its origi-
nal position, and then fit the hooks onto
the cover.
TIP:
Make sure that the air filter case cover is se-
curely installed.
(6) Fasten the fuel hose to the holder usingthe plastic tie.
(7) Make sure that the area around the wa- tercraft is clear, and then start the engine
in a well-ventilated area and let it run at
idle for 15 seconds. (See page 24 for in-
formation on starting the engine.)
(8) Stop the engine.
(9) Securely install the fire extinguisher hold- er and seat in their original positions.
1Hook
2 Air filter case cover
3 Fuel hose
4 Holder
5 Plastic tie
1
23
4
5
1Intake opening
1
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ler, jet pump housing, and jet thrust noz-
zle.
If debris is difficult to remove, consult a
Yamaha dealer.
EJU43472Raising the reverse gate (EX
DELUXE / EX LIMITED)
If the RiDE system malfunctions and the re-
verse gate remains in the lowered position,
the watercraft will not be able to move for-
ward.
After raising the reverse gate so that the wa-
tercraft can move forward, immediately re-
turn to shore and have a Yamaha dealer
service the watercraft.
To raise the reverse gate:
(1) Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch.
(2) Enter the water and move to the rear of the watercraft.
(3) Slide the shift rod joint toward the bow, and then disconnect the shift rod joint
from the ball joint. (4) Raise the reverse gate to the forward po-
sition.
TIP:
While the shift rod is disconnected, the re-
verse gate will not move to the neutral po-
sition or reverse position even if the RiDE
lever is squeezed.
If the RiDE lever is squeezed while the shift
rod is disconnected, the watercraft will
move forward.
EJU34642Jumping the battery
If the watercraft battery has run down, the en-
gine can be started using a 12-volt booster
battery and jumper cables.
EJU34664Connecting the jumper cablesEWJ01251
To avoid battery explosion and serious
damage to the electrical system:
Do not reverse the polarity of the jumper
cables when connecting to the batter-
ies.
Do not connect the negative (–) jumper
cable to the negative (–) terminal of the
watercraft battery.
Do not touch the positive (+) jumper ca-
ble to the negative (–) jumper cable.
1Shift rod joint
2 Ball joint
1 2
1
Reverse gate
2 Forward position
1
2
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Index
A
After removing the watercraft from the water ..................................................... 73
B
Battery care.............................................. 75
Battery checks ......................................... 54
Battery, jumping....................................... 90
Beaching and docking the watercraft ...... 72
Bilge water check..................................... 54
Bilge water, draining ................................ 47
Bilge water, draining on land ................... 47
Bilge water, draining on water ................. 48
Boarding alone ......................................... 68
Boarding and starting off from a dock ..... 71
Boarding the watercraft ........................... 67
Boarding with passenger(s) ..................... 68
Bow eye ................................................... 39
Bow storage compartment ...................... 40
Builder’s plate ............................................ 3
C
Capsized watercraft ................................. 71
Check engine warning ............................. 36
Cleaning ................................................... 77
Cleaning the watercraft ............................ 75
Cleat ......................................................... 39
Cooling water pilot outlet ......................... 26
Cooling water pilot outlet check .............. 59
Craft Identification Number (CIN)............... 1
Cruising limitations................................... 10
E
Emergency procedures ............................ 89
Engine break-in ........................................ 50
Engine compartment check ..................... 53
Engine idling speed check ....................... 59
Engine oil ................................................. 45
Engine oil and oil filter .............................. 83
Engine oil level check............................... 54
Engine oil requirements ........................... 45
Engine overheat warning ......................... 35
Engine serial number ................................. 2
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check ....... 56
Engine shut-off switch ............................. 24
Engine stop switch................................... 24
Engine unit check..................................... 54
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly............ 18 Equipment ................................................ 37
F
Fire extinguisher check ............................ 57
Fire extinguisher holder............................ 42
Fire extinguisher holder checks ............... 57
Flushing the cooling water passages....... 74
Fuel .......................................................... 43
Fuel level check........................................ 53
Fuel level meter ........................................ 34
Fuel level warning..................................... 35
Fuel requirements .................................... 43
Fuel system checks ................................. 53
G
Getting to know your watercraft .............. 60
Glossary, watercraft ................................. 19
Glove compartment ................................. 40
H
Handgrip .................................................. 37
Hazard information................................... 14
Hood check .............................................. 58
Hour meter and voltmeter ........................ 33
Hull and deck check ................................ 58
I
Identification numbers ............................... 1
Information display................................... 32
J
Jet intake and impeller, cleaning.............. 89
Jet intake checks ..................................... 58
Jet thrust nozzle and reverse gate check
(EX SPORT / EX DELUXE / EX
LIMITED) ............................................... 58
Jumper cables, connecting ...................... 90
L
Labels, important ....................................... 4
Labels, other .............................................. 8
Labels, warning .......................................... 5
Launching the watercraft ......................... 61
Learning to operate your watercraft......... 60
Leaving the watercraft.............................. 62
Limitations on who may operate the watercraft ................................................ 9
Long-term storage ................................... 77
Lubrication ............................................... 77
M
Main components, location of ................. 20
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