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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 wrist and keep it free from the handle-
bars so that the engine stops if the opera-
tor 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 you maneuver more quickly than other
boaters expect, you risk a collision.

Maintain a safe distance from other boats
or watercraft, and also watch for boats’ 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 1-18.)
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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, a glove
compartment, and rear storage compart-
ments are provided.
NOTE:@
Make sure that the storage compartments
are properly secured before operating the
watercraft.

The storage compartments are not
designed to be waterproof. If you carry
objects that must be kept dry, such as the
manuals, put them in a waterproof bag.
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Front storage compartment
The front storage compartment 2 is
located at the bow.
To open the front storage compartment,
pull the hood latch 1 up, and then open the
hood.
To close the front storage compartment,
push down on the rear of the hood until it
latches securely.
WARNING@
The front storage compartment is not
ventilated. Fuel vapors can be a fire or
explosion hazard. To avoid injury or
death, do not store fuel or flammable
liquids inside.

Cargo should not exceed 15 kg (33 lb)
in the front storage compartment.
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NOTE:@ Make sure that the front storage compart-
ment is properly secured before operating
the watercraft.
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Front storage compartment:
Capacity: 120 L (31.7 US gal, 26.4 Imp gal)
Load limit: 15 kg (33 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 2
with you whenever you use the watercraft.
For your convenience, a storage compart-
ment 1 is provided on the watercraft for the
manual 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 with the
necessary information for completing your
own preventive maintenance and minor
repairs. The tools provided in the tool kit are
sufficient for this purpose. However, a torque
wrench may also be necessary to tighten
nuts and bolts.
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