Yamaha XA1200Ltd WaveRunner, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...WaveRunner XL1200Ltd OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A LIT 18626 03 82 U S A Edition READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION ...

Page 2: ...d should remain with it even if the vehicle is subse quently sold IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION In this manual information of particular importance is distinguished in the following ways The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED EWJ00043 WARNING Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the machine operator a bystander or a p...

Page 3: ...HIS OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR WATER VEHICLE GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION 1 FEATURE AND FUNCTIONS 2 OPERATION AND RIDING 3 MAINTENANCE AND CARE 4 TROUBLESHOOTING AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURE 5 INDEX 6 ...

Page 4: ...FORMATION 1 8 Limitations on who may operate the vehicle 1 8 Cruising limitations 1 9 Operational requirements 1 9 Hazard information 1 12 Water vehicle characteristics 1 13 Water skiing 1 14 RULES OF THE ROAD 1 15 Steering and sailing rules and sound signals 1 15 Rules when encountering vessels 1 16 Other special situations 1 17 TO GET MORE BOATING SAFETY INFORMATION 1 19 ENJOY YOUR WATER VEHICLE...

Page 5: ...ler Also record and keep these ID numbers in a sep arate place in case your water vehicle is sto len EJU00276a PRIMARY IDENTIFICATION PRI ID NUMBER The PRI ID number is stamped on a label 1 attached to the inside of the engine com partment EJU00286a HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER H I N The H I N is stamped on a plate 2 attached to the aft deck EJU00288a ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER The engine serial number is...

Page 6: ... mental Protection Agency EPA regulation for marine SI engines Approved label of Emission control certificate This label is attached to the electrical box 1 Emission control information label Manufactured date label This label is attached to the electrical box 2 Manufactured date label ...

Page 7: ...1 3 E EJU00293 IMPORTANT LABELS LOCATION ...

Page 8: ...1 4 E LABELS Warning labels 1 2 4 5 6 3 ...

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Page 10: ...1 6 E Caution labels C D E F G I H ...

Page 11: ...1 7 E Other labels J K L ...

Page 12: ...ven though a motor vehicle operator s license is not required for water vehicle operation in most states it is one indica tor that the operator has previously dem onstrated a reasonable degree of maturity responsibility and good judg ment A responsible adult must supervise oper ation of this vehicle by minors Many states have minimum age and edu cation requirements Always check states and all appl...

Page 13: ... should be accompanied by another boat or water craft It s good common sense Never ride in water that is less than 60 cm 2 feet deep You increase your chance of hitting an underwater obstacle You could be injured Do not operate the vehicle after sunset or before dawn It is not equipped with light ing required for night operation You risk collision with another boat which could cause injury or deat...

Page 14: ...sion and distracts from operation Only you know the circumstances in which you operate your water vehicle so only you can decide if the benefits of eye protection outweigh the potential hazards If you wear prescription lenses consider measures to secure them against loss while riding For example some goggles are designed to be worn over glasses or contact lenses Restraining straps for glasses are ...

Page 15: ...he vehicle is in motion If you lift your feet you increase your chances of losing your balance and your feet could hit objects outside the water vehicle Do not give a ride to a child whose feet can not reach the footrest floor Passengers should firmly hold on either to the person in front of them or to the handgrips provided If you are pregnant or in poor health ask your doctor s advice on whether...

Page 16: ...classification of the U S Coast Guard A water craft of this type MUST carry a fire extinguisher of a B 1 classification with a capacity of two pounds or more when navigating in waters under Coast Guard jurisdiction In addition most state and local boating laws also require that the carry a USCG approved extinguisher wherever it is oper ated EJU00313a HAZARD INFORMATION When transporting or storing...

Page 17: ... down Remember however that you have no steering control without throttle Do not expect the reverse position to work as a brake Shifting to reverse will not slow down or stop the vehicle from higher speeds Keep the following in mind when using reverse Reverse is for launching and low speed maneuvering only Shift only when the engine is idling or off Do not shift while applying throttle Make sure t...

Page 18: ...er Make gradual turns sharp turns require a high level of skill for both the operator and skier Watch for obstacles or other boating traf fic which could be hazardous to the skier as well as you and the vehicle When pulling a skier the observer should face to the rear while holding the handgrip with both hands The observer should always sit astride the seat with his or her feet placed firmly on th...

Page 19: ...th another boat which could cause injury or death STEERING AND SAILING RULES AND SOUND SIGNALS Whenever two vessels on the water meet one another one vessel has the right of way it is called the stand on vessel The vessel which does not have the right of way is called the give way or burdened ves sel These rules determine which vessel has the right of way and what each vessel should do Stand On Ve...

Page 20: ...eld to you they are the Give Way vessels Both you and the meeting vessel must alter course to avoid each other Meeting If you are meeting another power vessel head on and are close enough to run the risk of collision neither of you has the right of way Both of you should alter course to avoid an accident You should keep the other vessel on your port left side This rule doesn t apply if both of you...

Page 21: ...t considered fishing vessels Fishing vessels have the right of way regardless of position Fishing vessels cannot however impede the passage of other vessels in narrow channels Sailing Vessel Right of Way Sailing vessels should normally be given the right of way The exceptions to this are 1 When the sailing vessel is overtaking the power driven vessel the power driven vessel has the right of way 2 ...

Page 22: ...sory information These markers are white with black letters and orange boarders They signify speed zones restricted areas danger areas and general information Remember markings may vary by geo graphic location Always consult local boat ing authorities before riding your water vehicle in unfamiliar waters ...

Page 23: ...and wherever you ride think of yourself as the guest of those around you Remember for example that the sound of your water vehicle may be music to you but it could be just noise to others And the exciting splash of your wake can make waves others won t enjoy Avoid riding close to shoreline homes and waterfowl nesting areas or other wildlife areas and keep a respectful distance from fishermen other...

Page 24: ...l attention If any gasoline petrol spills onto your skin immediately wash with soap and water Change clothing if gasoline petrol spills on it CAUTION Do not use leaded gasoline Leaded gasoline can seriously damage the catalytic converter Use only fresh gasoline petrol that has been stored in clean containers Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gasohol containing ethanol and that containing meth...

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Page 26: ... cock 2 7 Engine stop switch 2 8 Engine stop lanyard switch 2 8 Choke knob 2 8 Throttle lever 2 9 Starter switch 2 9 Cooling water pilot outlet 2 10 Steering 2 10 Tilt handle lever 2 11 Shift lever 2 12 Quick shift trim system Q S T S 2 13 Overheat warning system 2 15 Exhaust temperature warning system 2 16 Handgrip 2 17 Bow eye rope holes and cleat 2 17 Multifunction meter 2 18 Storage compartmen...

Page 27: ...securely clockwise 3 Rope hole Rope attachment point for transporting mooring 4 Footrest floor To place feet for balance 5 Foot steps To be used by the observer as a footrest when pulling a water skier 6 Front seat latch 7 Rear seat latch Locking and releasing the seat rock 8 Intake grille Prevents debris from getting into the jet pump 9 Speed sensor ...

Page 28: ...fuel flow from normal or reserve area of the fuel tank or shut off fuel flow 6 Oil tank filler cap Unscrew counterclockwise to add oil Tighten securely clockwise 7 Choke Knob Pull knob when starting a cold engine 8 Fire extinguisher container 9 Cleat Rope attachment point for pulling a water skier 0 Jet intake Water intake Water inlet for jet stream A Hand grip B Rear seat C Front seat D Glove com...

Page 29: ...k plate makes to stop the engine and disable to start the engine 6 Starter switch Depress to start the engine 7 Adjustable mirrors 8 Multi function meter Shows vehicle speed engine speed and some other conditions on the vehicle 9 Shift lever F R Selects Forward or Reverse of the vehicle 0 Throttle lever Controls the engine speed when accelerating and decelerate A Tilt handle lever Adjusts the tilt...

Page 30: ...s in this water resistant box 3 Flush hose connector To flush the engine cooling water passages 4 High tension cord Deliver electrical current to the spark plug 5 Muffler box 6 Fuel filter Prevents dust contained in fuel from getting into the carburetor 7 Fuel tank 8 Oil tank 9 Battery ...

Page 31: ...stallation Position the seat on the deck so the front projections on the underside of the seat fits into the stays on the deck Then push the rear of the seat down until the seat locks latch securely NOTE The front seat can be removed after remov ing the rear seat EJU00335a REAR SEAT There is a seat latch lever 1 at the rear of the seat to remove the rear seat Removal Pull the rear seat latch lever...

Page 32: ...its into the stays on the deck Then push the rear of the seat down until the seat locks latch securely EJU00703 FRONT HOOD The front hood is secured at the rear by one latch Pull the latch lever 1 up and lift the hood to open it NOTE Make sure the front hood is firmly secured with the latch before riding ...

Page 33: ... has three positions OFF With the knob in this position fuel does not flow Always turn the knob to this position when the engine is not running ON With the knob in this position fuel flows to the carburetor Normal running is done with the knob in this position RES If you run out of fuel in the ON position turn the knob to this position to be able to continue for a short time Remember to FILL THE T...

Page 34: ...WARNING Always attach the engine stop switch lanyard cable to your left wrist BEFORE starting the engine To prevent accidental starting of the engine always remove the lock plate from the engine stop lanyard switch when the engine is not running NOTE When the red button on the engine stop switch is pushed without removing the lock plate from the engine stop lanyard switch the ignition circuit open...

Page 35: ...throttle lever It should move smoothly through its full range of operation and should spring back to the idle position when released EJU00708 STARTER SWITCH You can start the engine by pushing the green button 1 NOTE The engine will not start when the lock plate is removed from the engine stop lan yard switch The starter motor will not turn The engine will not start if the LOCK mode has been chose...

Page 36: ...the engine are dry it will take about 20 seconds to reach water at the outlet after starting EJU00356a STEERING Your water vehicle can be steered by turning the handlebar 1 the same direction you wish to travel to the right or left When the handlebar is turned the angle of the jet out put nozzle at the stern is changed and the change in direction of the nozzle changes the direction of the vehicle ...

Page 37: ...ion you desire 3 Push the lever and put force on the han dle up and down to make sure that it is securely fastened WARNING Never touch the tilt handle lever during operation Otherwise the handle may suddenly be changed in position lead ing to an unexpected accident Make sure secure the tilt handle lever after adjusting the handle position If the handle is insecurely fastened it may be suddenly cha...

Page 38: ...nly It is useful when launching the vehicle from a trailer or when it is necessary to back up out of tight spots where you cannot turn around To shift in Reverse close the throttle and pull the shift lever up using your right hand EWJ00050 WARNING Make sure there are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting into reverse Do not touch the reverse gate while it is being shifted You could be ...

Page 39: ... to half open 3 000 r min or less 2 Squeeze and hold the shift lock release lever 2 Then turn the trim shifting grip to the desired position Turning the grip to A or B from N Bow will go down while the vehicle is on plane Turning the grip to C or D from N Bow will go up while the vehicle is on plane 3 Release the shift lock release lever to lock the position ECJ00049 CAUTION Do not turn the grip w...

Page 40: ... the water vehicle will have greater tendency to bow steer and follow waves and wakes in the water Fuel economy and maximum speed are also reduced Shifting to Bow Up Bow Up puts less of the bow in the water There is less water resistance so straight ahead acceleration when on plane and top speed are enhanced In some conditions however the vehicle may tend to porpoise hop in the water If the vehicl...

Page 41: ...re attempting to remove weeds or debris from the jet intake or impeller areas shut off the engine and remove the engine stop switch lock plate from the stop switch Severe injury or death could result from coming in contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump CAUTION This model is equipped with a catalytic converter Return to shore at low speed if the over heat warning indicator and buzzer are ...

Page 42: ...5 6 NOTE The buzzer stops sounding if any button on the meter is pressed Ask a Yamaha water vehicle dealer to inspect the vehicle if there is no apparent reason for overheating EJU00697a EXHAUST TEMPERATURE WARN ING SYSTEM This engine has an exhaust temperature warning device If the exhaust temperature gets too hot the warning lamp LED will blink and the indicator and EXHST will light The buzzer a...

Page 43: ... meter is pressed Ask a Yamaha water vehicle dealer to inspect the vehicle if there is no apparent reason for overheating EJU00367a HANDGRIP Handgrip 1 provide a handhold to use while boarding the vehicle ECJ00051 CAUTION Do not use to tow objects lift vehicle or attach tie downs Damage could occur EJU00368a BOW EYE ROPE HOLES AND CLEAT The bow eye 1 rope holes 2 and cleat 3 are designed for moori...

Page 44: ...indicator C Overheat warning indicator D Fuel warning indicator E Oil warning indicator CAUTION Do not run the engine over 4 000 r min to check the meter for operation on land The engine could overheat or the catalytic converter could result in seri ous damage Use the specified resistor type spark plug and cap otherwise the meter may function erratically NOTE The demonstration mode display starts ...

Page 45: ...usly chosen LOCK mode the engine will not start unless the right code is put in to select START mode NOTE If you do not use the PADLOC system it is unnecessary to perform the initial setting of the PADLOC If so the START mode is automatically selected Initial setting 1 Disconnect the blue connector 1 behind the front storage compartment 2 After the warning lamp LED lights press the MODE button for...

Page 46: ... meter has dis played this sequence reconnect the blue connector NOTE Your own code is kept even if the battery terminal is disconnected If you forget your own code or if you want to change the code do this Initial setting procedure again from the beginning Selecting START or LOCK mode Selecting the desired mode can only be done after the Initial setting has been done and while the display is not ...

Page 47: ...ll change from the previous mode to either START or LOCK Then the mode display and buzzer will operate for 2 seconds NOTE Once you select a mode the mode will not be changed unless you perform this mode selection again If the wrong code has been put in the mode display shows ERROR for 2 sec onds and the buzzer will sound 5 times Then the display turns back to COdE EJU00383 Tachometer The engine sp...

Page 48: ...EJU00386a Fuel meter The fuel meter is provided for convenient fuel level checking while riding The fuel meter has four segments which show the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank NOTE The indication of the segments differs on your operating condition Use the meter as a reference ...

Page 49: ...hour clock is provided in this meter To show the clock press the MODE button until the display shows CLOCK Setting the time 1 When the display shows CLOCK press the mode button for at least three seconds 2 The buzzer will sound once The display of hour unit and SET start blinking Then press the A SET button until desired hour is displayed 3 Press MODE button again 4 The buzzer will sound once The ...

Page 50: ...eter press the MODE button until the display shows HOUR M EJU00659a Trip timer The trip timer is provided for counting the time traveled on a given trip To show the trip timer press the MODE button until the dis play shows TRIP T 1 Minute unit 2 Second unit Operation 1 When the display shows TRIP T press the A SET button to start counting The buzzer will sound once 2 Press the A SET button again t...

Page 51: ...000 is displayed Now the meter will start to measure the dis tance you will travel 3 When the trip meter begins measuring the traveled distance the to the left of MILE on the display will blink NOTE Measured distance may vary depending on the water surface conditions and wind direction The measured distance should be used for a reference EJU00716 Fuel warning indicator If the fuel remaining in the...

Page 52: ...ng EJU00718a Overheat warning indicator If the engine starts to overheat the overheat warning indicator W TEMP and the warn ing lamp LED begin to blink The buzzer also starts sounding intermittently If the engine continues to be operated at higher speed after the warning system indi cators have come on intermittently the warning indicator W TEMP and the warn ing lamp LED will change to being on co...

Page 53: ...ng inter mittently Refer to Exhaust temperature warning system on page 2 16 EJU00719 Battery warning indicator If the battery voltage becomes less than 11 5 volts the battery warning indicator VOLT and the warning lamp LED begin to blink The buzzer also starts sounding If this happens during operation beach the vehicle Then recharge the battery and have the charging system inspected by a Yamaha wa...

Page 54: ...e them in a water proof bag to protect them from water dam age If your owner s manual becomes damaged order a replacement from a Yamaha water vehicle dealer Front storage compartment A front storage compartment is provided under the front hood Pull up the hood lock lever 1 to open the front hood NOTE Front storage compartment 2 Capacity 56 L 15 US gal 12 Imp gal Load limit 5 kg 11 lb The front sto...

Page 55: ... it down until it locks securely NOTE Grove compartment 4 Capacity 1 7 L 0 45 US gal 0 37 Imp gal Load limit 1 kg 2 2 lb Seat storage compartment A seat storage compartment is provided under the rear seat Refer to REAR SEAT for removal and installation NOTE Seat storage compartment 5 Capacity 30 L 8 US gal 6 6 Imp gal Load limit 9 kg 19 8 lb ...

Page 56: ... the engine 3 12 Stopping the engine 3 15 RIDING YOUR WATER VEHICLE 3 16 Getting to know your water vehicle 3 16 Learning to ride your water vehicle 3 16 Riding with passengers 3 17 Starting 3 18 Boarding and starting in deep water 3 19 Load limit 3 21 Capsized water vehicle 3 22 Turning 3 23 Stopping 3 24 Beaching 3 25 Docking 3 25 Launching 3 26 Reverse on waterways 3 26 Rough water operation 3 ...

Page 57: ... 1 Open the front hood and remove the front storage compartment to check the fuel level 2 Remove the fuel tank filler cap and slowly add fuel to the fuel tank Be care ful not to spill fuel or overfill the tank 3 Stop filling when the fuel just reaches the bottom of the filler tube on the fuel tank Do not fill into the filler tube because gasoline petrol could spill out ECJ00058 CAUTION Be careful ...

Page 58: ...l just reaches the bottom of the filler tube ECJ00060 CAUTION Do not allow the oil tank to empty com pletely The oil injection pump must be bled to ensure proper oil flow after the tank empties Otherwise engine damage may occur If bleeding of the oil pump is necessary take the water vehicle to your nearest Yamaha dealer EWJ00052 WARNING Oil in the bilge is a serious fire hazard Wipe up any spilled...

Page 59: ... throttle operation 3 7 STEERING Check for proper steering operation Check the tilt lock securely 3 7 SHIFT Check for proper shift operation 3 7 FUEL AND OIL Check fuel and oil level add as necessary Check for leaks 3 4 BATTERY Check fluid level and charge condition Check the terminal securely 3 6 FRONT HOOD Check the front hood securely 2 6 SEAT Check that the seats are securely fastened to the d...

Page 60: ... vapors in the engine compartment EJU00427a Fuel system Check the fuel system Refer to page 4 9 FUEL SYSTEM INSPEC TION for correct procedure EJU00429 Fuel and engine oil 1 Remove the fuel tank filler cap to release any pressure which might have built up in the tank because of fuel expansion 2 Open the front hood and remove the storage compartment and also remove the front seat Check the fuel and ...

Page 61: ...essive water in the engine compartment bilge can splash into the carburetor and engine This could cause engine damage If there is any moisture in the bilge raise the bow of the vehicle slightly and remove the hull drain plugs After the water has drained wipe the bilge with dry rags Reinstall the drain plugs securely EWJ00054 WARNING Always properly dispose of gasoline petrol soaked rags They can s...

Page 62: ...full See the instructions supplied by the fire extinguisher manufacturer to determine proper indication of condition Always keep the extinguisher in the fire extinguisher com partment Always carry a fire extinguisher on board The fire extinguisher compartment 1 is in the front storage compartment Open the front hood and turn the fire extinguisher compartment cap 2 counterclockwise to open it Reins...

Page 63: ...mooth and unrestricted throughout the whole range Make sure the jet nozzle also changes directions as the handlebar is turned and that there is no free play between the handlebar and the jet nozzle Make sure the tilt lock is secured and there is no free play EJU00450a Shift Make sure the reverse gate of the jet pump goes down to its stopper position when the shift lever is placed in the REVERSE po...

Page 64: ...check the jet intake for weeds debris or anything else that might restrict the intake of water If the intake is clogged cavitation could occur reducing jet thrust and possibly damaging the jet pump parts In some cases the engine may overheat because of lack of cooling water and dam age could result Engine cooling water is fed to the engine by the jet pump see page 5 3 EWJ00051 WARNING Before attem...

Page 65: ...mediately when the engine stop switch pushed or the lock plate remove from the engine stop lanyard switch Be sure the lanyard is in good condition with no frayed or broken parts A damaged lanyard must be replaced it should never be repaired or tied together EJU00453a Cooling water pilot outlet Check that cooling water comes out from the outlet s while engine is running in the water EJU00454a Multi...

Page 66: ...gs securely before launching the vehicle Clean any for eign material such as dirt or sand from the threads before reinstalling the drain plugs EJU00459a BREAK IN RUNNING IN PROCEDURE The engine and other components require a break in running in period to allow sur faces of moving parts to wear in evenly This ensures proper performance and promotes longer component life ECJ00068 CAUTION During firs...

Page 67: ...er water obstacles 2 Run the engine at the lowest possible speed for the first five minutes 3 Gradually open the throttle and run the engine at 5 000 r min or less 4 Continue operation at 5 000 r min or less until the first tankful of fuel has been used up 5 Fill the tank with a straight gasoline petrol and proceed with normal opera tion ECJ00066 CAUTION Failure to follow the break in running in p...

Page 68: ... of at least 60 cm 2 feet WARNING Never ride in water that is less than 60 cm 2 feet deep You increase your chance of hitting an underwater obsta cle You could be injured Operate at higher speeds only in deep water free of under water obstacles CAUTION Never ride in water that is less than 60 cm 2 feet deep Pebbles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake caus ing impeller damage or engine over...

Page 69: ...er boat and the risk of the exposure NOTE It is not possible to start the engine with the lock plate removed from the engine stop lanyard switch 4 Pull the choke knob all the way out to start a cold engine NOTE The choke should not be used when the engine is warm 5 If the LOCK mode was chosen previ ously chose the START mode before starting the engine To set the mode refer to PADLOC in MULTIFUNCTI...

Page 70: ...utton returns to its home posi tion automatically CAUTION Never push the starter switch while the engine is running Do not keep the starter motor running for more than five seconds The bat tery will be quickly discharged and it will be impossible to start the engine The starter motor may also be dam aged If the engine does not start after five seconds of cranking release the starter button Wait at...

Page 71: ... with your left hand When the red button is pushed the ignition stops which stops the engine EWJ00047 NOTE If leaving the vehicle choose the LOCK mode on multifunction meter by setting PAD LOC and remove the engine stop switch lanyard to reduce the chance of unautho rized use or theft To set the mode refer to PADLOC of MULTIFUNCTION METER ...

Page 72: ...ng Instructions issued by the U S Coast Guard for basic safe boating information Select a wide area to learn in where visibil ity is good and other boat traffic is light Have someone in a boat accompany you if operating far from shore Keep the proper distance from other boats and vehicles Do not ride where people are swimming Always attach the engine stop switch lan yard to your left wrist before ...

Page 73: ...loves can also help protect hands from abrasions Wind water and glare from the sun may get in your eyes while you operate your water vehicle reducing your ability to see You may want to consider wearing eye protection such as sunglasses or goggles while riding Some may find however that eye protection obstructs or distorts their vision and dis tracts from operation Only you know the cir cumstances...

Page 74: ...he vehicle from the side or the rear 2 Attach the lanyard to your left wrist then install the lock plate on the lanyard to the engine stop lanyard switch 3 Grip the handlebars with both hands place both feet on the footrest floor start the engine and start off Starting from a landing jetty 1 Board the vehicle from the side 2 Attach the lanyard to your left wrist then install the lock plate on the ...

Page 75: ...ful attempts to get back on the vehicle may increase the risk of injuries and drowning Solo 1 Swim to the rear of the vehicle and place both hands on the footrest floor Pull yourself up on the floor and kneel down 2 Move to the seat and sit astride 3 Attach the lanyard to your left wrist then install the lock plate on the lanyard to the engine stop lanyard switch 4 Grip the handlebar firmly with b...

Page 76: ...the lanyard to the engine stop lan yard switch 2 The passenger should move to the rear of the vehicle 3 Next let the passenger get on board and sit on the seat If a second passen ger is getting on he should follow the same procedure NOTE When a passenger is getting on board both he and the operator should try to balance the vehicle 4 The operator should check to see that the passengers have their ...

Page 77: ... the vehicle 2 Attach the lanyard to your left wrist then install the lock plate on the lanyard to the engine stop lanyard switch Start the engine and keep it at idle 3 The passenger pulls himself up on the floor kneels down then crawls onto the seat as the vehicle accelerates EWJ00070 WARNING Strong streams of water from the jet noz zle can be dangerous and can result in injury when directed at b...

Page 78: ...he carbure tor and engine NOTE If the right side of the capsized vehicle view from rear of the vehicle tilts upward first tilt the vehicle so the right side is down by pressing down on the gunwale with your weight Then turn the vehicle over as described 3 Start the engine using normal proce dure then head for shore to inspect engine for water damage WARNING IMPROPER UPRIGHTING CAN CAUSE INJURY Shu...

Page 79: ...ars and shift your weight in the desired direction and apply enough throttle to make your turn High thrust turns the vehicle sharply low thrust turns less sharply Releasing the throttle completely causes the vehicle to go straight TURNS CANNOT BE MADE WITHOUT APPLYING THROTTLE WARNING You need engine power to turn Do not release the throttle completely Releas ing the throttle lever can cause you t...

Page 80: ...ce 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 obstacle apply throttle and turn in another direction WARNING Allow adequate stopping distance Failure to begin slowing soon enough could cause you to hit an obstacle you are approaching Do not shut off the engine when...

Page 81: ...ith the engine stopped 3 Get off the vehicle and pull it up on the beach CAUTION Small pebbles sand seaweed and other debris can be ingested into the jet intake and impair or damage the impeller Always stop the engine and get off before beaching the vehicle EJU00505a DOCKING 1 Make sure no obstructions boats or swimmers are close to the water vehicle Reduce speed about 120 m 395 feet away from the...

Page 82: ...ots where you cannot turn around EJU00507 ROUGH WATER OPERATION Operating in rough water or jumping waves can crack the vehicle body or damage inter nal parts The force of landing after jumping can cause a strong impact on both the vehi cle and the operator It is possible for the operator to hit his chest or jaw on the vehicle body or handlebars and be injured Do not ride with your chin right abov...

Page 83: ...at page 4 3 if storing the vehicle for more than a week 4 Drain residual water from the exhaust sys tem by running the engine at 4 000 r min for a period of 10 to 15 seconds WARNING Stay away from the stern when the engine is running on load Hot water and steam spurting from exhaust outlet into the air can cause serious burns CAUTION Do not run the engine over 4 000 r min on land The catalytic con...

Page 84: ...le is equipped with an auto matic bilge draining device that removes water from the engine compartment while you are underway However some residual water remains that must be drained by removing two drain plugs EWJ00054 WARNING Always properly dispose of gasoline petrol soaked rags They can sponta neously ignite Do not spray flammable rust inhibitor products on engine surfaces while the engine is ...

Page 85: ...d secure the stern with ropes or tie downs through the rope hole s on the rear footrest floor ECJ00076 CAUTION Do not route ropes or tie downs over the seat as they may leave permanent marks on the seat s surface Also wrap the ropes or tie downs with towels or rags where they touch the body of the vehicle to avoid scratching or damage Before putting the vehicle on the trailer or transporting it be...

Page 86: ... inspection 4 9 Fuel filter 4 10 Fuel tank 4 10 Oil injection system Inspection 4 11 STEERING CABLE INSPECTION 4 12 Shift cable inspection 4 12 Throttle cable inspection and adjustment 4 12 Quick shift trim system Q S T S mechanism inspection 4 13 Spark plug cleaning and adjustment 4 14 Lubrication points 4 15 Choke cable adjustment 4 18 Battery 4 19 Carburetor adjustment 4 21 Fuse replacement 4 2...

Page 87: ...storage However the following procedures can be performed by the owner with a minimum of tools EJU00913a COOLING SYSTEM FLUSHING Cooling system flushing is essential in order to prevent the cooling system from being clogged with salt sand or dirt CAUTION Do not supply the water into the cool ing water passages when the engine is not running The water could flow back through the muffler into the cr...

Page 88: ... turn on water supply until the water flows out continually from the cooling water pilot outlet 5 Run the engine at an idle speed for 10 to 15 minutes watching engine condi tion If the engine stopped while flushing turn off water supply immediately Repeat above steps 6 Turn off the water supply Then force the remaining water out from the cooling passages by running the engine at 4 000 r min or les...

Page 89: ...ylinder 2 Grease the spark plug threads and rein stall the spark plugs 3 Crack the engine within 3 seconds using the starter switch 4 Lubricate all cables such as the throttle choke and steering cables NOTE Use a Yamaha Power Cable Luber and Yamaha Lube Zall to pressure lubricate the cables and purge out any moisture between the inner and outer cables 5 Grease the areas of the water vehicle specif...

Page 90: ... not to be used for a month or more remove the battery and store it in a cool dark place Clean the battery s casing and terminals using a mixture of baking soda and water one tablespoon of baking soda to one cup of water Apply dielectric grease or petroleum jelly to the battery terminals and to all exposed connectors 2 If the battery is to be stored for a longer period check the specific gravity o...

Page 91: ...he engine s exterior with Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant WARNING Do not spray flammable rust inhibitor products on engine surfaces while the engine is hot The sprayed substance or propellants could catch fire 4 Wax the hull with a non abrasive wax such as Yamaha Silicone Wax 5 Wipe all vinyl and rubber components such as the seat and engine compart ment seals with a vinyl protectant such...

Page 92: ...f the emission control devices and system may be performed by any marine engine repair establishment or individual War ranty repair emission or normal how ever must be performed at an authorized Yamaha marine dealership WARNING Be sure to turn off the engine when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified Otherwise accident or injury could result from unexpected operation moving parts or e...

Page 93: ... vehicle For the con venience of the user a storage space is pro vided on the vehicle To protect these materials from water it would be a good idea to put them in a vinyl bag The service information included in this manual is intended to provide you the owner with the necessary information for completing your own preventive mainte nance and minor repairs The tools provided in the owner s tool kit ...

Page 94: ...on points Greasing 4 15 Bearing housing Greasing 1 2 2 4 18 Fuel system Inspection 4 9 Fuel filter Checking Replacement 4 10 Fuel tank Cleaning 4 10 Oil injection system Inspection Cleaning 4 11 Trolling speed Adjustment 4 21 Carburetor throttle shaft Inspection Cooling water passages Cleaning Flushing after every ride 4 1 Bilge strainer Cleaning Impeller Inspection Steering cable Inspection 4 12 ...

Page 95: ...r leaks cracks or malfunctions If any problem is found do the necessary repair or replacement as required If repair is necessary consult your nearest Yamaha water vehicle dealer Checking points Carburetor leakage Fuel pump malfunction or leakage Fuel tank leakage Fuel hose joint leakage Fuel hose cracks or other damage Fuel filter leakage Fuel cock leakage Air vent check valve leakage EWJ00085 WAR...

Page 96: ...f fuel filter replacement is required EWJ00086 WARNING Do not try to change the fuel filter your self An incorrectly installed filter can leak gasoline petrol which could lead to fire or explosion Take the vehicle to your Yamaha water vehicle dealer for fuel filter replacement EJU00540a FUEL TANK When the fuel tank 1 needs to be cleaned or when any water is found in the fuel sys tem take the vehic...

Page 97: ... for damage or cracks Check for water or dirt in the oil tank Check the oil hose and joint for damage or crack Check the oil filter for clogging Oil tank Check the oil tank for damage or cracks Check the oil hose and joint When the oil tank need to be cleaned or when any water or dirt is found in the oil tank take the vehi cle to your Yamaha water vehicle dealer for service Oil filter cleaning If ...

Page 98: ... make sure the gate contacts the stopper 1 on the bracket and the lever 2 contacts the reverse gate If reverse gate is not correct position ask your Yamaha water vehicle dealer to service it EJU00550 THROTTLE CABLE INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT 1 By pulling or releasing the throttle lever check that it moves back to the set posi tion smoothly If not ask your Yamaha water vehicle dealer for service 2 T...

Page 99: ...heck that the trim shifting grip is locked with the lever released 2 Squeeze and hold the lever Check that the grip turns smoothly 3 Check that the angle of the output noz zle changes to up or down from the mid dle position when the grip is shifted from neutral to bow up or bow down If the mechanism does not work properly ask your Yamaha water vehicle dealer to service it ...

Page 100: ...eriodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode If electrode erosion becomes excessive or if carbon and other deposits are excessive you should replace the spark plug with another of the correct type Before reinstalling the spark plug measure the electrode gap with a wire thickness gauge adjust the gap to specificatio...

Page 101: ...rque wrench EWJ00088 WARNING When removing or installing a spark plug be careful not to damage the insu lator A damaged insulator could allow external sparks which could lead to explosion or fire EJU00553a LUBRICATION POINTS Coat the moving parts that are sliding or rotating with the water resistant grease to keep them move smoothly Throttle cable carburetor side Oil pump cable Throttle cable hand...

Page 102: ... side Steering cable nozzle side Nozzle pivot shaft QSTS cable nozzle side QSTS cables pulley side QSTS cables handlebar side Remove the QSTS cable housing Spray a rust inhibitor into the outer cable Reinstall the QSTS cable housing ...

Page 103: ...4 17 E Shift cable lever side Shift cable reverse gate side YPVS cable ...

Page 104: ...pple After first service Every 100 hours or 6 months you may do this yourself EJU00570 CHOKE CABLE ADJUSTMENT Pull the choke knob out until it stops Release the knob The knob should not move If it moves back on its own tighten the friction adjustment 1 slightly If the knob is difficult to move loosen the friction adjust ment slightly Grease capacity 33 0 35 0 cm3 1 11 1 18 oz Grease capacity 6 0 8...

Page 105: ...d get prompt medical attention Batteries give off explosive gases Keep sparks flame cigarettes etc Well away If using or charging the battery in an enclosed area make sure it is well venti lated Always shield eyes when working near batteries KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN ECJ00083 CAUTION Be careful not to place the battery on its side When adding the battery fluid or recharg ing be sure to bring i...

Page 106: ...arger before you turn the charger on This will prevent sparking at the terminals which could ignite battery gases 1 Remove the caps from the cells Add distilled water if necessary to top up the electrolyte to the proper level 2 Connect the battery to a charger Set the charging rate at 1 9 amps and charge it for 10 hours Connecting the battery terminals Always make sure the connections are cor rect...

Page 107: ... CAUTION The carburetor was set at the Yamaha factory after many tests If the settings are disturbed without having technical knowledge poor engine performance and damage may result EJU00577a Trolling speed Place the vehicle afloat Start the engine and warm it up for one or two minutes Using a diagnostic tachometer or if necessary the tachometer in the multifunction meter adjust the engine speed t...

Page 108: ...e fuse 5 Fuse puller EWJ00091 WARNING Do not use fuses of higher amperage that those recommended Substitution of a fuse of improper rating can cause exten sive electrical system damage and possi ble fire EJU00580 BLEEDING THE OIL INJECTION PUMP If the oil tank becomes completely empty or any hose connected to oil pump has been disconnected the oil pump must be bled to ensure proper oil flow If ble...

Page 109: ...linder 3 Displacement cm3 cu in 1 176 71 74 Bore stroke mm in 80 0 78 0 3 15 3 07 Compression ratio 5 9 1 Lubrication system Variable oil injection Cooling system Water cooled Starting system Electric starter Ignition system Digital CDI Spark plug BR8ES 11 NGK Spark plug gap mm in 1 0 1 1 0 039 0 043 Battery capacity V AH 12 19 Charging system Flywheel magneto DRIVE UNIT Propulsion system Jet pump...

Page 110: ...ESHOOTING AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURE TROUBLESHOOTING 5 1 Troubleshooting chart 5 1 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES 5 3 Cleaning the jet intake and impeller 5 3 Connecting jumper cables 5 4 Towing the water vehicle 5 6 Submerged water vehicle 5 7 ...

Page 111: ...fuse and check wiring 4 22 Battery Run down Recharge 4 20 Poor terminal connections Tighten as required 4 20 Terminal is eroded Clean Starter motor component Faulty Have a service at Yamaha dealer Micro computer Overheat mode Cool down engine 2 15 Starter motor turns over Fuel lock OFF position Turn the fuel cock to ON 2 7 Fuel Empty Refill as soon as possible 3 1 Stale or contaminated Have servic...

Page 112: ...ble 3 1 Engine oil level Empty Refill immediately 3 2 Oil filter clogged Clean 4 11 Engine over heat Jet intake clogged Clean 5 3 Water temperature sensor is failed Have service at Yamaha dealer 2 15 Exhaust gas temperature Gas temperature is too high Cool down engine 2 16 Low battery voltage Battery voltage is too law Recharge 4 20 Wrong connection of bat tery terminal Connect property 4 20 The w...

Page 113: ...op the engine before beaching the vehicle EWJ00051 WARNING Before attempting to remove weeds or debris from the jet intake or impeller areas shut off the engine and remove the lock plate from the engine stop lan yard switch Severe injury or death could result from coming in contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump 1 Turn the vehicle on its side as shown ECJ00089 CAUTION Place a suitable cle...

Page 114: ...ECTING JUMPER CABLES If the battery has run down the engine can be started using a 12 volt battery and jumper cables EWJ00092 WARNING Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan gerous It contains sulfuric acid which can cause severe burns Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Antidote EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk follow with milk of magnesia beaten eg...

Page 115: ... correct before attempting to start the engine Any wrong connec tion may damage the electrical system 4 Start the engine then disconnect the cables by reversing the above steps ECJ00092 CAUTION Never push the starter switch while the engine is running Do not keep the starter motor running for more than five seconds The bat tery will be quickly discharged and it will be impossible to start the engi...

Page 116: ...he engine compartment if the vehicle is towed too fast Tow the vehicle using the bow eye 1 only EWJ00093 WARNING If the vehicle is towed using a rope The vehicle should only be towed in an emergency The towing rope should be long enough so that the vehicle will not collide with the towing boat when slowing down A good rule of thumb is a tow rope which is three times the combined length of the towi...

Page 117: ...e engine compartment 2 Set the fuel cock to OFF 3 Remove the spark plugs and dry them with a cloth 4 Without reinstalling the spark plugs crank the engine until all the water in the cylinders has been drained 5 Reinstall the drain plug s and the spark plugs 6 Set the fuel cock to ON 7 Launch the vehicle into the water again and run the engine for at least 10 min utes 8 Turn the engine off Set the ...

Page 118: ...E 6 EJU00608 Chapter 6 INDEX INDEX 6 1 ...

Page 119: ...mpartment 3 4 Engine oil 1 20 Engine oil meter 2 23 Engine serial number 1 1 Engine stop lanyard switch 2 8 Engine stop switch 2 8 Enjoy your water vehicle responsibly 1 19 Exhaust temperature warning indicator 2 27 Exhaust temperature warning system 2 16 F Filling the gasoline petrol tank 3 1 Filling the oil tank 3 2 Fire extinguisher 3 6 Fishing vessel right of way 1 17 Front hood 2 6 Front seat...

Page 120: ...ication PRI ID number 1 1 Q Quick shift trim system Q S T S 2 13 Quick shift trim system Q S T S mechanism inspection 4 13 R Reading buoys and other markers 1 17 Rear seat 2 5 Recharging 4 20 Removal 2 5 Replenishing the battery fluid 4 19 Reverse on waterways 3 26 Riding with passengers 3 17 Riding your water vehicle 3 16 Rough water operation 3 26 Rules of the road 1 15 Rules when encountering v...

Page 121: ... boating safety information 1 19 Towing the water vehicle 5 6 Transportation 3 29 Trip meter 2 25 Trip timer 2 24 Trolling speed 4 21 Troubleshooting 5 1 Troubleshooting chart 5 1 Turning 3 23 U United states coast guard 1 19 W Warning labels 1 4 Water separator 3 5 Water skiing 1 14 Water vehicle characteristics 1 13 With passengers 3 20 ...

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Page 123: ...and make the vehicle available at that time for inspection and repairs at the dealer s place of business GENERAL EXCLUSIONS FROM WARRANTY This warranty will not cover the repair of damage if the damage is a result of abuse or neglect of the product Examples of abuse and neglect include but are not limited to 1 Racing or competition use modification of original parts abnormal strain 2 Lack of prope...

Page 124: ...ater vehicle before sale 2 Explain the operation maintenance and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at the time of sale and upon your request at any later date In addition each Yamaha water vehicle dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Q Is the warranty transferable to second owners A Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be transferred upon req...

Page 125: ...le expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service replacement vehicle rental emergency towing phone calls even food and lodging when you are away from home This superb cover age goes into effect when you purchase Y E S so it applies to any warranty repairs as well as covered repairs during your entire Y E S plan period Y E S coverage is honored at any authorized Yamaha dealer nationw...

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