warning YAMAHA JETBLASTER 2022 User Guide

Pre-operation checks
51
EJU40182Engine unit check
Check the exterior of the engine unit for dam-
age or other problem.
EJU41561Engine oil level check
Make sure that the engine oil level is between
the minimum and maximum level marks on
the dipstick attached to the oil tank filler cap.
(See page 43 for information on checking the
engine oil level.)
EJU32456Bilge water check
Make sure that no bilge water has collected in
the engine compartment. If bilge water has
collected in the engine compartment, drain it.
(See page 45 for information on draining the
bilge water.)
EJU32488Battery checks
Make sure that the battery terminals are not
damaged and that the battery leads are con-
nected properly. WARNING! Never operate
the watercraft if the battery does not have
sufficient power to start the engine or if it
shows any other signs of decreased pow-
er. Loss of battery power may leave you
stranded.
[EWJ01242]
1 Water separator
1 Oil tank filler cap/Dipstick
1
1
1Dipstick
2 Maximum level mark
3 Minimum level mark
1 Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead
2 Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead
213
1
2
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Pre-operation checks
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EJU32666Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check
Make sure that the engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard) is not damaged. If the cord is damaged,
replace it. WARNING! Never try to repair
the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) or tie it
together. The engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard) may not pull free when the operator
falls off, allowing the watercraft to conti-
nue to run and cause an accident.
[EWJ01222]
EJU47141
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 engine start/stop switch and the
engine shut-off switch for proper operation.
(See page 24 for information on operating
each switch.)
To check the operation of the switches:
(1) Push the engine start/stop switch to make sure that the engine starts.
(2) As soon as the engine starts running, push the engine start/stop switch to
make sure that the engine stops immedi-
ately.
(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.
EJU47210Electric trim system check
Turn on the multifunction information center,
and then operate the “TRIM” switch. Check
that the jet thrust nozzle moves up and down
properly and that the trim indicator change
1Clip
2 Engine shut-off switch
3 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
1 Engine start/stop switch
12
3
1
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Pre-operation checks
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EJU43394Shift system check
Operate the throttle lever and RiDE lever, and
check that the watercraft moves or does not
move according to the displayed shift indica-
tor. (See page 27 for shift system operation
procedures.) WARNING! To avoid colli-
sions, operate at safe speeds and keep a
safe distance away from people, objects,
and other watercraft.
[EWJ01860]
EJU40172
Engine idling speed check
Start the engine and warm it up. Use the ta-
chometer in the multifunction information
center to make sure that the engine idling
speed is not significantly above or below the
specified range.
1 Shift indicator
2 “F” (Forward position)
3 “N” (Neutral position)
4 “R” (Reverse position)
Engine idling speed:
1500 ±100 r/min
1
2
3
4
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Operation
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EJU40212Riding position
Operator riding position
The operator should grip the handlebars firm-
ly with both hands and sit astride the seat
with both feet on the floor of the footwell.
Passenger riding position
The passenger(s) should hold on firmly, either
to the person in front of them or to the hand-
grip provided, and sit astride the seat with
their feet on the floor of the footwell. Never al-
low a passenger to ride in front of the opera-
tor. (See page 16 for information on the riding
position when pulling a wakeboarder or wa-
ter-skier.)
EJU32804Launching the watercraft
When launching the watercraft, make sure
that there are no obstacles around you.
If the watercraft is launched from a trailer,
someone should make sure that waves do
not push the watercraft into the trailer.
EJU47151Starting the engine on waterEWJ01532
Do not apply throttle when anyone is at the
rear of the watercraft. Turn the engine off
or keep it at idle. Water and debris exiting
the jet thrust nozzle can cause severe in-
jury.
To start the engine:
(1) Move the watercraft to an area that isfree from weeds and debris, and has a
water depth of at least 60 cm (2 ft) from
the bottom of the watercraft. 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]
(2) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to your left wrist, and then attach the clip
to the engine shut-off switch. (See page
24 for information on operating the en-
gine shut-off switch.) WARNING! Check
that the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
is attached correctly. If the engine
shut-off cord (lanyard) is not attached
correctly, it may not pull free when the
operator falls off, allowing the water-
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Operation
59
craft to continue to run and cause an
accident.
[EWJ00583]
(3) With the throttle lever released, push theengine start/stop switch (red button) to
start the engine. (See page 24 for infor-
mation on operating the engine
start/stop switch.)
EJU46080Stopping the engine
Release the throttle lever, and then push the
engine start/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] EJU32874
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.
EJU43412Operating the watercraft
When the throttle lever is squeezed, the “F”
(forward) shift indicator will be displayed and
the watercraft will move forward. While the
“F” (forward) shift indicator is displayed, the
watercraft will move forward at trolling speed
even if the throttle lever is in the fully closed
(idle) position. (See page 27 for shift system
operation procedures.)
1
Clip
2 Engine shut-off switch
3 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
12
3
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Care and storage
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(4) Spray a rust inhibitor into the intakeopening 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.
1Intake opening
1
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Trouble recovery
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Engine runs irregu-
larly or stallsFuel Fuel tank empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible41
Stale or contaminat-
ed Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by Yamaha dealer—
Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by Yamaha dealer—
Incorrect heat range Have serviced by Yamaha dealer —
Gap incorrect Have serviced by Yamaha dealer —
Electrical wir-
ing Loose connection Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer —
Fuel injec-
tion system Faulty or clogged in-
jectors Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Warning light or in-
dicator blinks or
comes on Fuel level
warning
Fuel tank empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible 41
Oil pressure
warning Oil pressure dropped Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer 34
Engine over-
heat warning Jet intake clogged Clean
84
Check en-
gine warning Faulty sensors Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer 35
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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Trouble recovery
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Watercraft slow or
loses powerCavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 84
Impeller damaged or
worn Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
84
Engine over-
heat warning Engine speed reduc-
tion control activated Clean jet intake and
cool engine
34
Oil pressure
warning Engine speed reduc-
tion control activated Add oil
34
Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by Yamaha dealer—
Incorrect heat range Have serviced by Yamaha dealer —
Gap incorrect Have serviced by Yamaha dealer —
Electrical wir-
ing Loose connection Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer —
Fuel Stale or contaminat- ed Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Air filter Clogged Have serviced by Yamaha dealer—
Oil buildup Have serviced by Yamaha dealer —
Throttle lever Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer—
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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Index
A
After removing the watercraft from the water ..................................................... 67
B
Battery care.............................................. 70
Battery checks ......................................... 51
Battery, jumping....................................... 85
Beaching and docking the watercraft ...... 67
Bilge water check..................................... 51
Bilge water, draining ................................ 45
Bilge water, draining on land ................... 45
Bilge water, draining on water ................. 45
Boarding alone ......................................... 63
Boarding and starting off from a dock ..... 66
Boarding the watercraft ........................... 63
Boarding with passenger(s) ..................... 64
Bow eye ................................................... 38
Bow storage compartment ...................... 39
Builder’s plate ............................................ 2
C
Capsized watercraft ................................. 66
Check engine warning ............................. 35
Cleaning ................................................... 72
Cleaning the watercraft ............................ 70
Cleat ......................................................... 38
Cooling water pilot outlet ......................... 25
Cooling water pilot outlet check .............. 55
Craft Identification Number (CIN)............... 1
Cruising limitations................................... 10
E
Electric trim system.................................. 29
Electric trim system check ....................... 53
Emergency procedures ............................ 84
Engine break-in ........................................ 47
Engine compartment check ..................... 50
Engine idling speed check ....................... 56
Engine oil ................................................. 43
Engine oil and oil filter .............................. 78
Engine oil level check............................... 51
Engine oil requirements ........................... 43
Engine overheat warning ......................... 34
Engine serial number ................................. 1
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check ....... 53
Engine shut-off switch ............................. 24
Engine start/stop switch .......................... 24 Engine unit check ..................................... 51
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ............ 18
Equipment ................................................ 36
F
Fire extinguisher check ............................ 54
Fire extinguisher holder............................ 40
Fire extinguisher holder checks ............... 54
Flushing the cooling water passages....... 69
Foot chocks ............................................. 37
Fuel .......................................................... 41
Fuel level check........................................ 50
Fuel level meter ........................................ 34
Fuel level warning..................................... 34
Fuel requirements .................................... 41
Fuel system checks ................................. 50
G
Getting to know your watercraft .............. 57
Glossary, watercraft ................................. 19
Glove compartment ................................. 39
H
Handgrip .................................................. 36
Hazard information................................... 14
Hood check .............................................. 55
Hour meter and voltmeter ........................ 33
Hull and deck check ................................ 54
I
Identification numbers ............................... 1
Information display................................... 31
J
Jet intake and impeller, cleaning.............. 84
Jet intake checks ..................................... 54
Jet thrust nozzle and reverse gate
check .................................................... 54
Jumper cables, connecting ...................... 85
L
Labels, important ....................................... 4
Labels, other .............................................. 8
Labels, warning .......................................... 5
Launching the watercraft ......................... 58
Learning to operate your watercraft......... 57
Leaving the watercraft.............................. 59
Limitations on who may operate the watercraft ................................................ 9
Long-term storage ................................... 72
Lubrication ............................................... 72
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Index
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M
Main components, location of ................. 20
Maintenance ............................................ 75
Manufactured date label ............................ 2
Model information ...................................... 2
Multifunction information center .............. 31
Multifunction information center check ... 55
O
Oil pressure warning ................................ 34
Operating in weeded areas ...................... 67
Operating the watercraft .......................... 59
Operating the watercraft in reverse or neutral ................................................... 62
Operating your watercraft ........................ 57
Operation requirements ........................... 11
P
Periodic maintenance chart ..................... 76
Post-launch checks ................................. 55
Post-operation care ................................. 69
Pre-launch checks ................................... 50
Pre-operation check points ..................... 50
Pre-operation checklist ............................ 48
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ...... 1
R
Raising the reverse gate .......................... 85
Reboarding grip ....................................... 37
Reboarding step ...................................... 37
Recommended equipment ...................... 13
RiDE lever................................................. 25
RiDE lever checks .................................... 52
Riding position ......................................... 58
Rustproofing ............................................ 73
S
Safe boating rules .................................... 17
Safety equipment check .......................... 54
Seat .......................................................... 36
Seat storage compartment ...................... 40
Shift indicator ........................................... 32
Shift system ............................................. 27
Shift system check................................... 56
Speedometer ........................................... 31
Starting off ............................................... 65
Starting off from a trailer .......................... 66
Starting the engine on water .................... 58
Steering system ....................................... 25 Steering system checks ........................... 52
Stern drain plug checks ........................... 54
Stern eyes ................................................ 38
Stopping the engine ................................. 59
Stopping the watercraft ........................... 61
Storage compartment checks.................. 54
Storage compartments ............................ 38
Submerged watercraft ............................. 86
Switch checks .......................................... 53
T
Tachometer .............................................. 32
Throttle lever ............................................ 24
Throttle lever checks ................................ 52
Towing the watercraft .............................. 86
Transporting on a trailer ........................... 46
Trim indicator ........................................... 32
Troubleshooting ....................................... 81
Troubleshooting chart .............................. 81
Turning the watercraft .............................. 60
W
Wakeboarding and water-skiing .............. 16
Water separator ....................................... 26
Water separator check ............................. 50
Watercraft characteristics ........................ 14
Watercraft control functions..................... 24
Watercraft operation functions ................ 27
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