Impeller YAMAHA SUPERJET 2007 Owners Manual

Table of contents
Checking the jet thrust nozzle
angle ............................................ 52
Adjusting the steering friction .......... 53
Adjusting the jet thrust nozzle
angle ............................................ 53
Checking and adjusting the throttle
cable ............................................ 55
Cleaning and adjusting the spark
plugs ............................................ 56
Lubrication points ............................ 57
Adjusting the choke cable ............... 58
Checking the battery ....................... 59
Adjusting the carburetor .................. 60
Specifications .................................. 61
Specifications ................................ 61
Trouble recovery ............................. 62
Troubleshooting ........................... 62
Troubleshooting chart ...................... 62
Emergency procedures ................ 64
Cleaning the jet intake and
impeller ........................................ 64
Jumping the battery ......................... 65
Replacing the fuse ........................... 66
Towing the watercraft ...................... 66
Submerged watercraft ..................... 67
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Features and functions
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The bow rope hole is used to attach a rope to
the watercraft when transporting, mooring, or
towing it in an emergency.
EJU36010Stern rope hole
The stern rope hole is located at the stern of
the watercraft.
The stern rope hole is used to attach a rope to
the watercraft when mooring it.
EJU31660Engine overheat warning system
This model is equipped with an engine over-
heat warning system.
If the engine starts to overheat, the engine
speed will be limited to about 3400 r/min.
If this occurs, immediately reduce the engine
speed, return to shore, and then check for wa-
ter discharge at the cooling water pilot outlet
while the engine is running. If there is no dis-
charge of water, shut the engine off, and thencheck the intake grate and impeller for clog-
ging.
WARNING
EWJ00050
Before attempting to remove weeds or de-
bris from the intake grate or impeller, shut
the engine off and remove the clip from the
engine shut-off switch. Severe injury or
death could result from coming in contact
with the rotating parts of the jet pump.
1Bow rope hole
1Stern rope hole
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Operation
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WARNING
EWJ00570
Never operate in water that is less than 60
cm (2 ft) deep, otherwise you increase
your chance of hitting a submerged ob-
ject, which could result in injury.
CAUTION:
ECJ00470
Never operate in water that is less than 60
cm (2 ft) deep, otherwise pebbles or sand
could be sucked into the jet intake, caus-
ing impeller damage and engine overheat-
ing.
(2) Turn the fuel cock knob to “ON”.
NOTE:
If the watercraft has been sitting for a while,
remove the fuel tank filler cap to release any
built-up pressure in the fuel tank due to fuelexpansion, and then install the filler cap be-
fore starting the engine.
(3) Attach the engine shut-off cord to your left
wrist, and then attach the clip to the en-
gine shut-off switch.
WARNING
EWJ00580
Check that the engine shut-off cord is not
frayed or broken, and keep it free from the
handlebars so that the engine stops if the
operator falls off. The engine shut-off cord
may not pull free if wrapped around the
handlebars when the operator falls off, al-
lowing the watercraft to continue to run
and cause an accident.
1Clip
2Engine shut-off switch
3Engine shut-off cord
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Operation
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You will inevitably fall off, so be sure you know
how to get back on the watercraft once you
are away from shore.
EJU33100Boarding and starting in shallow water
Be sure to learn the deep-water starting meth-
od before operating the watercraft in water
where it is too deep for you to stand. (See
page 39 for the deep-water starting method.)
(1) Launch the watercraft in water free from
weeds and debris and at least 60 cm (2 ft)
deep.
WARNING
EWJ00640
Never operate in water that is less than 60
cm (2 ft) deep, otherwise you increase
your chance of hitting a submerged ob-
ject, which could result in injury.
CAUTION:
ECJ00500
Never operate in water that is less than 60
cm (2 ft) deep, otherwise pebbles or sand
could be sucked into the jet intake, caus-
ing impeller damage and engine overheat-
ing.
(2) Attach the engine shut-off cord to your left
wrist, and then attach the clip to the en-
gine shut-off switch.
(3) Grip the handlebars with both hands.
Place one knee on the riding tray and bal-
ance there.(4) Start the engine and begin to accelerate.
(5) Pull your other knee up onto the riding
tray as the watercraft speed increases.
(6) Move as far forward as possible without
interfering with the movement of the han-
dlebars. Keep your body perpendicular to
the water, with your weight forward and
low.
NOTE:
The watercraft will become easier to balance
as the speed increases, because jet thrust
provides stability as well as directional control.
EJU33120Boarding and starting in deep water
(1) Swim to the rear of the watercraft. Attach
the engine shut-off cord to your left wrist,
and then attach the clip to the engine
shut-off switch.
(2) Grip the handlebars with both hands. Pull
your body up onto the riding tray and bal-
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Operation
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(2) Swim to the rear of the watercraft and up-
right it by turning it clockwise only.
NOTE:
If the port (left) side of the capsized watercraft
is tilting up, push down on the gunwale so that
the port (left) side is down before turning the
watercraft clockwise.
CAUTION:
ECJ00520
Do not turn the watercraft over counter-
clockwise, otherwise water can enter the
carburetor and engine, which can result in
severe damage.
(3) Start the engine and operate the water-
craft to discharge any water remaining in
the engine compartment. (If the engine
does not start, see “Towing the water-
craft” on page 66 or “Submerged water-
craft” on page 67.)
NOTE:

To efficiently discharge water from the en-
gine compartment, operate the watercraft
as straight as possible and above planing
speed for at least 2 minutes.

To stabilize the watercraft when accelerat-
ing to planing speed, maintain a low center
of gravity by operating it in the kneeling po-
sition.
EJU33240Turning the watercraft
Steering control depends on the combination
of handlebar position and the amount of throt-
tle.
Water sucked in through the intake grate is
pressurized by the impeller in the jet pump. As
the pressurized water is expelled from the
pump through the jet thrust nozzle, it creates
thrust to move and steer the watercraft. The
higher the engine speed, the more thrust pro-
duced.
The amount of jet thrust, in addition to the po-
sition of the handlebars, determines how
sharply you turn.
A. More throttle produces higher thrust, so
the watercraft will turn more sharply.
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Operation
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WARNING
EWJ00760
Do not release the throttle lever when try-
ing to steer away from objects—you need
throttle to steer. A collision could result in
severe injury or death.
EJU33270Stopping the watercraft
The watercraft is not equipped with a sepa-
rate braking system. It is stopped by water re-
sistance when the throttle lever is released.
From full speed, the watercraft comes to a
complete stop in approximately 90 m (300 ft)
after the throttle lever is released or the en-
gine is stopped, although this distance will
vary depending on many factors, including
gross weight, water surface conditions, and
wind direction.
The watercraft slows down as soon as the
throttle lever is released, but will coast for a
distance before fully stopping. If you are not
sure you can stop in time before hitting an ob-
stacle, apply throttle and turn in another direc-
tion.
WARNING
EWJ00720

Allow adequate stopping distance.

Take early action to avoid collisions. Re-
member, watercraft and other boats do
not have brakes.

Operate defensively at safe speeds and
keep a safe distance away from people,
objects, and other watercraft to give you
time to stop.

Do not shut the engine off when slowing
down in case you need engine power to
steer away from a boat or other obstacle
that comes into your path.
EJU33300Beaching the watercraft
(1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim-
mers, or obstacles near the beach. Re-
lease the throttle lever about 90 m (300 ft)
before you reach the intended beaching
area.
(2) Approach the beach slowly and stop the
engine before reaching land.
Remember, you need throttle to steer.
(3) Get off the watercraft and pull it up on the
beach.
CAUTION:
ECJ00490
Small pebbles, sand, seaweed, and other
debris can be sucked into the jet intake
and impair or damage the impeller. Always
stop the engine and get off the watercraft
before beaching it.
EJU33330Rough water operation
The force of landing after jumping can cause
a strong impact on both the watercraft and the
operator. It is possible for the operator to hit
his or her chest or jaw on the watercraft or
handlebars and be injured.
Do not operate the watercraft with your chin
right above the handlebars or with your feet
outside the watercraft.
Operating in rough water or jumping waves
can also crack the watercraft hull and damage
internal parts. Avoid operating in rough water
or bad weather conditions.
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Maintenance and care
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EJU33820Periodic maintenance chart
The following chart gives general guidelines for periodic maintenance. However, maintenance
may need to be performed more frequently depending on your operating conditions.
This “” mark indicates maintenance that you may do yourself.
This “” mark indicates work to be done by a Yamaha dealer.
* This operation should be performed after every use.
Item OperationInitial Thereafter every
Page 10
hours50
hours100
hours100
hours200
hours
6
months12
months12
months24
months
Spark plugsCheck, clean, adjust 56
Lubrication pointsLubricate 57
Intermediate hous-
ingLubricate 57
Fuel systemCheck 52
Fuel filterCheck, clean, replace 52
Fuel tankCheck, clean 52
CarburetorCheck, adjust 60
Trolling speedCheck, adjust 60
Carburetor throt-
tle shaftCheck—
Cooling water pas-
sagesFlush
*46
Bilge strainerClean—
ImpellerCheck—
Jet thrust nozzle
angleCheck, adjust 52
Handlebar pivot
shaftCheck—
Steering frictionCheck, adjust 53
Throttle cableCheck, adjust 55
Choke cableCheck, adjust 58
BatteryCheck, charge 59
Rubber couplingCheck—
Engine mountCheck—
Nuts and boltsCheck—
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Specifications
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EJU34540
Specifications
Watercraft capacity:
Maximum people on board:
1 person
Dimensions:
Length:
2240 mm (88.2 in)
Width:
680 mm (26.8 in)
Height:
660 mm (26.0 in)
Dry weight:
132.0 kg (291 lb)
Performance:
Maximum output (according to ISO 8665/SAE
J1228):
48.5 kW@6250 r/min
Maximum fuel consumption:
29.0 L/h (7.7 US gal/h) (6.4 Imp.gal/h)
Crusing range at full throttle:
0.62 hour
Trolling speed:
1300 ±50 r/min
Engine:
Engine type:
2-stroke
Number of cylinders:
2
Engine displacement:
701.0 cm³ (42.78 cu.in)
Bore & stroke:
81.0 × 68.0 mm (3.19 × 2.68 in)
Compression ratio:
7.20 :1
Lubrication system:
Pre-mixed fuel and oil
Cooling system:
Water
Starting system:
Electric
Ignition system:
C.D.I.
Spark plug:
BR7HS
Spark plug gap:
0.6–0.7 mm (0.024–0.028 in)
Battery capacity:
12 V19.0 AhCharging system:
Flywheel magneto
Drive unit:
Propulsion system:
Jet pump
Jet pump type:
Axial flow, single stage
Impeller rotation:
Counter clockwise
Jet thrust nozzle angle:
18.5, 20.5, 22.5, 24.5
Fuel and oil:
Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline
Minimum octane rating (PON):
86
Minimum octane rating (RON):
90
Recommended engine oil:
YAMALUBE 2-W or TC-W3 outboard motor
oil or equivalent
Fuel mixing ratio (fuel to oil):
50 :1
Fuel tank total capacity:
18.0 L (4.8 US gal) (4.0 Imp.gal)
Fuel tank reserve capacity:
5.5 L (1.5 US gal) (1.2 Imp.gal)
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Trouble recovery
63
Engine runs irregu-
larly or stallsFuel Empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible26
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer52
Too much oil in fuel
mixing ratioCorrect fuel-to-oil ra-
tio to 50:125
Choke Knob is left pulled Push fully in 20
Fuel filter Clogged or water
pooledHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer52
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer52
Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace 56
Incorrect heat range Replace 56
Gap incorrect Adjust 56
Spark plug
capLoose Connect properly 56
Cracked, torn or dam-
agedReplace
—
Electrical wir-
ingLoose electrical con-
nectionsTighten or connect
properly—
Carburetor Incorrect idle adjust-
mentAdjust idle
60
Clogged Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer60
Watercraft slow or
loses powerCavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 64
Impeller damaged or
wornHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer64
Engine over-
heatedJet intake clogged Clean
64
Fuel filter Clogged Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer52
Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace 56
Incorrect heat range Replace 56
Gap incorrect Adjust 56
Spark plug
capsLoose Connect properly
56
Fuel Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer52 TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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Trouble recovery
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EJU34620
Emergency procedures EJU34630Cleaning the jet intake and impeller
If weeds or debris get caught in the jet intake
or impeller, cavitation can occur, causing jet
thrust to decrease even though engine speed
rises. If this condition is allowed to continue,
the engine will overheat and may seize. If
there is any sign that the jet intake or impeller
is clogged with weeds or debris, return to
shore and check the intake and impeller. Al-
ways stop the engine before beaching the wa-
tercraft.
WARNING
EWJ00780
Before attempting to remove weeds or de-
bris from the jet intake or impeller area,
shut the engine off and remove the clip
from the engine shut-off switch. Severe in-
jury or death could result from coming incontact with the rotating parts of the jet
pump.
CAUTION:
ECJ00650
If weeds or debris get caught in the jet in-
take, do not operate the watercraft above
trolling speed until they have been re-
moved.
(1) Turn the watercraft on its side as shown.
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