fuel cap release YAMAHA SUPERJET 2010 Owners Manual

Pre-operation checks
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Pre-operation check points EJU40684Pre-launch checks
Perform the pre-launch checks in the pre-op-
eration checklist while the watercraft is on
land.
To perform the pre-launch checks:
(1) Remove the hood. (See page 22 for hood
removal and installation procedures.)
(2) Perform the checks and make sure that
there are no malfunctioning items or oth-
er problems.
(3) After completing these checks, install the
hood in its original position.
EJU32333Engine compartment check
WARNING
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Failure to ventilate the engine compart-
ment could result in a fire or explosion. Do
not start the engine if there is a fuel leak.
Ventilate the engine compartment. Leave the
engine compartment open for a few minutes
to allow any fuel vapors to escape.
Make sure that there is no damage inside the
engine compartment.
EJU34206Fuel system checks
WARNING
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Leaking fuel can result in fire or explosion.

Check for fuel leakage regularly.

If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel sys-
tem must be repaired by a qualified me-
chanic. Improper repairs can make the
watercraft unsafe to operate.
Make sure that there is no damage, leakage,
or other problem in the fuel system.
Check:

Carburetor for leakage

Fuel filler cap and seal for damage

Fuel in fuel tank for water and dirt

Fuel tank for damage and leakage

Fuel hoses and joints for damage and leak-
age

Fuel filter for leakage

Fuel cock for leakage

Fuel tank breather hose for damage and
leakage
Releasing the pressure in the fuel tank
Release the pressure in the fuel tank before
each use.
To release the pressure in the fuel tank:
(1) Loosen the fuel filler cap slowly and re-
move it to release any pressure in the fuel
tank.
(2) Install the fuel filler cap and tighten it se-
curely.
EJU32363Fuel level check
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
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