fuel YAMAHA SUPERJET 2006 User Guide

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Mixing fuel and oil
CAUTION:@
Avoid using any mixture of gasoline
and oil other than those designated.

Make sure gasoline and oil are thor-
oughly mixed in the correct ratio, oth-
erwise the following problems may
occur. Too little oil in the fuel mixing
ratio could result in major engine trou-
ble, such as seizure. Too much oil in
the fuel mixing ratio could result in
fouled spark plugs, smoky exhaust, or
heavy carbon deposits.
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Pour 2-stroke engine oil 1 into a clean
container, and then add gasoline 2. To mix
them thoroughly, shake the container from
side to side.
Fuel mixing ratios (gasoline to oil)
Break-in period
(first two tankfuls): 25 : 1
After break-in: 50 : 1
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Filling the fuel tank
CAUTION:@ Be careful when refueling. Avoid getting
water or other contaminants in the fuel
tank. Contaminated fuel can cause poor
running or engine damage.
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1. Lift the steering pole and support it with
the lock pin.
2. Remove the hood.
3. Open the fuel tank filler cap, and slowly
add the premixed fuel to the fuel tank.
4. Stop filling when the fuel level just
reaches the bottom of the filler tube.
NOTE:@
The hood must be removed in order to
watch the fuel level in the fuel tank while
adding fuel.

Be careful not to spill fuel or overfill the
tank.

Do not fill into the filler tube because fuel
could overflow.
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Fuel tank capacity:
Total: 18 L (4.8 US gal, 4.0 Imp gal)
Reserve: 5.5 L
(1.45 US gal, 1.21 Imp gal)
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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 compar tment Remove the hood to ventilate the engine com-
partment. Check for fuel vapors and loose elec-
trical connections.3-6
Bilge Check for water and fuel and remove if neces-
sary.3-8
Throttle lever Check that the throttle lever springs back
smoothly.3-10
Steering system Check for proper operation. 3-10
Fuel Check fuel level and add if necessary.
Check the hoses and tank for leakage.3-7
Water separator Check for water and drain if necessary. 3-7
Battery Check electrolyte level and battery condition. 3-8
Hood Check that the hood latches are properly
secured.2-3
Hull Check the hull for cracks or other damage. 3-6
Jet unit Check for debris and remove if necessary. 3-11
Fire extinguisher Check condition and replace if necessary. 3-9
Engine shut-off cord Check condition and replace if frayed or broken. 3-11
Switches Check the start switch, engine stop switch, and
engine shut-off switch for proper operation.3-12
Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water is discharged while the engine
is running and the watercraft is in the water.3-12
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Pre-operation check points
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Engine compartment
Ventilate the engine compartment, before
each use. To ventilate the engine compart-
ment, lift the steering pole and support it
with the stopper pin, then remove the hood.
Put the hood aside for a few minutes to allow
any fuel vapors to escape. Also, check for
loose electrical connections.
WARNING@ Failure to ventilate the engine compart-
ment could result in fire or explosion. Do
not start the engine if there is a fuel leak
or loose electrical connection.
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Hull
Check the hull for cracks or other dam-
age. If any damage is found, have a Yamaha
dealer repair the watercraft.
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Fuel system
Check the fuel system for leakage, cracks
or malfunctions before each use. (See
page 4-9 for check points and correct proce-
dures.)
1. Remove the fuel tank filler cap to release
any pressure that might have built up in
the fuel tank.
2. Remove the hood, and then check the
fuel level in the tank. Replenish if neces-
sary. (See page 3-4 for filling instruc-
tions.)
3. Close the fuel tank filler cap securely.
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Water separator
Check the water separator 1 for water.
Normally the water separator is empty. The
water separator retains any water entering
through the fuel tank breather hose if the
watercraft is capsized.
If water remains in the water separator,
drain it by removing the drain screw 2.
Place a drain pan under the water separator
to catch the draining water or use a dry cloth
to soak up any water that could spill into the
watercraft. If any water spills into the water-
craft, be sure to wipe it up with a dry cloth.
Be sure to install the drain screw after drain-
ing the water separator.
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Bilge
Check for moisture and fuel residue in the
bilge.
Excessive water in the bilge can splash
into the carburetor and engine which could
cause engine damage.
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Battery
Check the battery condition and the elec-
trolyte level.
Check that the battery leads are tightened
securely and there is no corrosion on the
battery terminals.
WARNING@
The battery must always be fully
charged and in good condition. Loss
of battery power may leave you
stranded. 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 power.

Be sure to connect the breather hose
to the battery. Fire or explosion could
result if the breather hose is damaged,
obstructed, or not connected properly.
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Make sure that the battery is securely
held in place.
1
Positive (+): Red lead
2
Negative (–): Black lead
3
Breather hose
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Operation
WARNING@ Before operating your watercraft,
become familiar with all controls. Con-
sult your Yamaha dealer about any con-
trols or functions you do not fully
understand. Failure to understand how
controls work could cause an accident or
prevent you from avoiding an accident.
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Engine break-in
The engine break-in period is essential to
allow the various components of the engine
to wear and polish themselves to the correct
operating clearances. This ensures proper
performance and promotes longer compo-
nent life.
CAUTION:@
For the first 5 hours or 2 tankfuls of
operation, premix fuel and oil in a 25:1
ratio.

After break-in, premix fuel and oil in a
50:1 ratio for normal operation.
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1. Launch the watercraft and start the
engine, and then board the watercraft.
2. Run the engine at the lowest possible
speed for 5 minutes.
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3. Gradually open the throttle lever to 3/4 or
less.
4. Continue operation at 3/4 throttle or less
until the first tankful of fuel has been
used.
5. Fill the tank once more with a fuel-to-oil
ratio of 25:1, and proceed with normal
operation.
CAUTION:@ Failure to follow the engine break-in pro-
cedure properly can result in severe
damage to the engine.
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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. 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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2. Turn the fuel cock knob to the “ON” posi-
tion.
NOTE:@ Before starting the watercraft, after it has
been sitting, remove the fuel tank filler cap
to release any built-up pressure in the tank
due to fuel expansion.
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Transporting
WARNING@ Always place the fuel cock knob in the
“OFF” position when transporting the
watercraft, otherwise fuel could leak out
into the engine or engine compartment,
which would create a fire hazard.
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Transport this watercraft using the special
trailer that incorporates a hole into which the
pin 1 can be inserted and locked after
passing it through the rope hole 2.
After securing the bow with the pin,
secure the stern with ropes or tie downs 4
over the gunwale. Use a rubber shock
cord3 to hold the steering pole.
CAUTION:@
Do not route ropes or tie downs over
the steering pole, as they may damage
it. Also, wrap the ropes or tie downs
with towels or rags where they touch
the body of the watercraft to avoid
scratching or damage.

Do not transport the watercraft with
steering pole up, or the steering pole
may be damaged during transporta-
tion.
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