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Do not attempt to modify this watercraft!
Modifications to your watercraft may
reduce safety and reliability, and render
the watercraft unsafe or illegal for use.

Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
to your wrist and keep it free from the
handlebars so that the engine stops if the
operator falls off. After riding, remove the
engine shut-off cord from the watercraft to
avoid accidental starting or unauthorized
use by children or others.

Scan carefully for swimmers and stay
away from swimming areas. Swimmers
are hard to see and you could acciden-
tally hit someone in the water.

Avoid being hit by another boat! You
should always take the responsibility to
watch for traffic; other boaters may not be
watching for you. If they do not see you,
or if you maneuver more quickly than
other boaters expect, you risk a collision.

Maintain a safe distance from other boats
and watercraft, and also watch for ski
ropes or fishing lines. Obey the “Safe
boating rules,” and be sure to check
behind you before making a turn. (See
Safe boating rules on page 1-21.)
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Recommended equipment
The following items should be carried on
board your watercraft:

Sound-signaling device
You should carry a whistle or other sound-
signaling device that can be used to sig-
nal other boats.

Visual distress signals
It is recommended that an authority-
approved pyrotechnic device be stored in
a waterproof container on your watercraft.
A mirror can also be used as an emer-
gency signal. Contact your Yamaha
dealer for more information.

Watch
A watch is helpful so you will know how
long you have been operating.

Towline
A towline can be used to tow a disabled
watercraft in an emergency.
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Storage compartments
A front storage compartment, glove com-
partment, seat storage compartment, water-
tight compartment, and beverage holder are
provided.
NOTE:@
Make sure that the storage compartments
are closed securely before operating the
watercraft.

The front storage compartment, glove
compartment, and seat storage compart-
ment are not designed to be watertight. If
you carry objects that must be kept dry,
such as the manuals, put them in a water-
proof bag or the watertight compartment.
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Front storage compartment
The front storage compartment 2 is
located at the bow.
To open the front storage compartment,
push the hood latch 1 down, and then open
the hood.
To close the front storage compartment,
push down on the rear of the hood until it
latches securely.
NOTE:@ Make sure that the front storage compart-
ment is properly secured before operating
the watercraft.
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Front storage compartment:
Capacity:
75.0 L (19.8 US gal, 16.5 Imp gal)
Load limit: 5.0 kg (11 lb)
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Owner’s/Operator’s Manual
and tool kit
It is advisable always to carry the
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual and tool kit with
you whenever you use the watercraft. For
your convenience, a storage compartment
1 is provided on the watercraft for the man-
ual and tool kit.
NOTE:@ To protect these materials from water dam-
age, it would be a good idea to put them in a
waterproof bag.
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The service information included in this
manual is intended to provide you, the
owner, with the necessary information for
completing your own preventive mainte-
nance and minor repairs. The tools provided
in the tool kit are sufficient for this purpose,
except that a torque wrench may also be
necessary to tighten nuts and bolts.
2Tool bag
3Screwdriver
416 mm box wrench
510/12 mm box wrench
6Pliers
7Open-end wrench
8Garden hose adapter
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