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Analog speedometer/
tachometer and indicator
lights
This watercraft is equipped with the fol-
lowing meter and indicator lights.
1
Analog speedometer/tachometer
2
“SPEED” indicator light
3
“WARNING” indicator light
4
“RPM” indicator light
5
“UNLOCK” indicator light
6
“L-MODE” indicator light
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Analog speedometer/tachometer
The analog speedometer/tachometer can
be used as a speedometer or a tachometer.
To switch between the speedometer and
the tachometer functions, push the “Speed/
RPM” button 1
for at least 1 second when
the multifunction meter is operating.
The “SPEED” indicator light 2
comes on
when the analog speedometer is selected.
The “RPM” indicator light 3
comes on when
the analog tachometer is selected.
NOTE:@ When the analog speedometer/tachometer
is switched to the speedometer function, the
“SPEED” indicator light blinks three times,
and then comes on.
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“RPM” indicator light
The “RPM” indicator light 1 comes on
when the analog tachometer is selected.
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“WARNING” indicator light
The “WARNING” indicator light 1 blinks
or comes on, together with a warning indica-
tor, when a malfunction has occurred.
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“UNLOCK” indicator light
The “UNLOCK” indicator light 1 comes
on when the unlock mode of the Yamaha
Security System is selected. The watercraft
can be ridden normally when this light is on.
(See page 2-21 for more information.)
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“L-MODE” indicator light
The “L-MODE” indicator light 1 comes
on when the low-RPM mode is selected.
(See page 2-22 for more information.)
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Glove compartment
A glove compartment 2 is located in front
of the seat.
To open the glove compartment, turn the
knob 1, and then lift up the lid. To close the
glove compartment, lower the lid, and then
turn the knob to lock the lid in place.
Glove compartment:
Capacity:
10.0 L (2.6 US gal, 2.2 Imp gal)
Load limit: 1.0 kg (2.2 lb)
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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 2-5 for rear
seat removal and installation procedures.)
Seat storage compartment:
Capacity:
15.0 L (4.0 US gal, 3.3 Imp gal)
Load limit: 9.0 kg (19.8 lb)
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Beverage holder
The beverage holder 1 is located on the
starboard (right) side of the watercraft.
NOTE:@ Do not use the beverage holder when oper-
ating the watercraft.
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Watertight compartment
A watertight compartment is located on
the port (left) side of the watercraft.
To open the watertight compartment, turn
the cap 1 counterclockwise.
Make sure that the watertight compart-
ment cap is closed securely before operat-
ing the watercraft.
Watertight compartment:
Capacity: 2.6 L (0.7 US gal, 0.6 Imp gal)
Load limit: 1.0 kg (2.2 lb)
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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 all seats 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. 3-10
Throttle lever Check that the throttle lever springs back smoothly. 3-12
Steering system Check for proper operation.
Check that the handlebars are securely locked.3-12
Shift lever and reverse gate Check for proper operation. 3-13
QSTS Check for proper operation. 3-14
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 and battery condition. 3-10
Hood Check that the hood is properly secured. 2-7
Front and rear seats Check that the seats are properly secured. 2-5, 2-6
Hull and deck Check the hull and deck for cracks or other damage. 3-6
Jet unit Check for debris and remove if necessary. 3-15
Fire extinguisher Check condition and replace if necessary. 3-11
Engine shut-off cord Check condition and replace if frayed or broken. 3-15
Switches Check the start switch, engine stop switch, and engine
shut-off switch for proper operation.3-16
Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water is discharged while the engine is run-
ning and the watercraft is in the water.3-16
Multifunction meter Check for warning indications and proper operation. 3-16
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Fire extinguisher
Check that there is a full fire extinguisher
on board. The fire extinguisher container 1
is located in the seat storage compartment.
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.
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
have one, contact a Yamaha dealer or a
fire extinguisher dealer to obtain one
meeting the proper specifications.
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Throttle
Squeeze and release the throttle lever
several times to make sure that there is no
hesitation in its travel. It should be smooth
over the complete range, and spring back to
the idle position when released.
WARNING@ Before starting the engine, always check
the operation of the throttle lever.
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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 jet
thrust nozzle.
Check that the handlebars are locked in
position. (See “Tilt lever” on page 2-14 for
more information.)
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Quick Shift Trim System (QSTS)
Check the shift lock lever and the QSTS
selector for proper operation.
1. Operate the shift lock lever and the
QSTS selector to check that they oper-
ate properly.
2. Check that the QSTS selector locks
when the lever is released.
3. Check that the selector turns smoothly
when the lever is squeezed and held in
place.
4. Check that the angle of the jet thrust
nozzle changes when the selector is
shifted from neutral to bow up or bow
down.
If the mechanism does not work properly,
have a Yamaha dealer service it.
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2. For the first 5 minutes, run the engine at
trolling speed only. For the 30 minutes of
operation after that, keep the engine
speed below 5,000 r/min. For the 1 hour
of operation after that, keep the engine
speed below 8,000 r/min.
3. Proceed with normal operation.
CAUTION:@ Failure to follow the engine break-in pro-
cedure could result in reduced engine
life or even severe engine damage.
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Launching the watercraft
Make sure that there are no obstructions
behind you.
Use the remote control transmitter to
select the unlock mode. (See page 2-21 for
Yamaha Security System and low-RPM
mode selection procedures.)
After the watercraft is in the water, start
the engine. Shift into reverse and move the
watercraft back slowly. If there are waves,
someone should make sure that the water-
craft is not pushed into the trailer before
backing away.
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Starting the engine
WARNING@ Never start the engine or let it run for any
length of time in an enclosed area.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monox-
ide, a colorless, odorless gas that may
cause loss of consciousness and death
within a short time. Always operate the
watercraft in an open area.
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1. If the lock mode of the Yamaha Security
System is selected, use the remote con-
trol transmitter to select the unlock
mode. (See page 2-21 for Yamaha Secu-
rity System and low-RPM mode selec-
tion procedures.)
2. 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.
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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 impeller damage or engine over-
heating.
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