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●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 1-14.)
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Hazard information
●When transporting or storing your water-
craft, always place the fuel cock knob in
the “OFF” position, otherwise gasoline
may overflow from the carburetor.
●Never start the engine or let it run for any
length of time in an enclosed area.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide,
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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Safe boating rules
Your Yamaha watercraft is legally consid-
ered a powerboat. Operation of the water-
craft must be in accordance with the rules
and regulations governing the waterway on
which it is used.
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Enjoy your watercraft
responsibly
You share the areas you enjoy when
riding your watercraft with others and with
nature. So your enjoyment includes a
responsibility to treat these other people,
and the lands, waters, and wildlife with
respect and courtesy.
Whenever and wherever you ride, think of
yourself as the guest of those around you.
Remember, for example, that the sound of
your watercraft may be music to you, but it
could be just noise to others. And the excit-
ing 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
boats, swimmers, and populated beaches.
When travel in areas like these is unavoid-
able, ride slowly and obey all laws.
Remember that pollution can be harmful
to the environment. Do not refuel or add oil
where a spill could cause damage to nature.
Remove your watercraft from the water and
move it away from the shoreline before refu-
eling. And keep your surroundings pleasant
for the people and wildlife that share the
waterways: don’t litter!
When you ride responsibly, with respect
and courtesy for others, you help ensure
that our waterways stay open for the enjoy-
ment of a variety of recreational opportuni-
ties.
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FEATURES AND
FUNCTIONS
Location of main components............... 2-1
Operation of controls and other
functions ................................................... 2-3
Hood ........................................................ 2-3
Fuel tank filler cap ................................... 2-4
Fuel cock knob........................................ 2-4
Engine stop switch .................................. 2-5
Engine shut-off switch............................. 2-5
Choke knob ............................................. 2-6
Throttle lever ........................................... 2-6
Start switch.............................................. 2-6
Cooling water pilot outlet ........................ 2-7
Steering system ...................................... 2-7
Steering pole ........................................... 2-8
Engine overheat warning system ........... 2-9
Storage pouch....................................... 2-10
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Location of main components
1Rope hole
Use to attach rope for transporting or mooring.
2Storage pouch
3Steering pole
Adjusts to suit operator’s riding posture.
4Handlebars
Use to control direction.
5Riding tray
Stand or kneel here for balance.
6Fuel tank filler cap
7Hood
8Steering cover9Hood latch
Locks the hood.
0Jet thrust nozzle
Changes the direction of jet thrust according
to handlebar position to steer the watercraft.
ACooling water pilot outlet
Use to verify cooling water flow.
BIntake grate
Prevents debris from getting into the jet pump.
CJet intake
DRide plate
EDrive shaft
Transmits power from the engine to the jet
pump.
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1Fire extinguisher container
2Fuel cock knob
Use to select either normal or reserve fuel flow
from the fuel tank to the carburetors, or to shut
off fuel flow.
3Choke knob
Use to start a cold engine.
4Clip
Insert into the engine shut-off switch to enable
starting of the engine.
Remove to stop the engine or prevent acci-
dental star ting of the engine or unauthorized
use of the watercraft.
5Start switch
Push to start the engine.
6Throttle lever
Use to accelerate and decelerate.
7Engine shut-off switch
Remove the clip to stop the engine and dis-
able it from starting.8Engine stop switch
Push to stop the engine normally.
9Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
Attach to wrist and so that the engine stops if
the operator falls off the watercraft.
0Bow
AFuel tank
BBattery
CSilencer
Prevents water from getting into the engine
and reduces air intake noise.
DSpark plugs/Spark plug caps
EFuel filter
FMuffler
GWater separator
Traps water from the breather hose to the fuel
tank.
HElectrical box
Protects electrical components from water.
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2. Push down on the hood latch, and then
turn the knob to the lock position.
NOTE:@Make sure that the hood is properly secured
before operating the watercraft.
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Fuel tank filler cap
To remove the fuel tank filler cap 1, turn it
counterclockwise.
NOTE:@Make sure that the cap is securely tightened
before operating the watercraft.
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Fuel cock knob
The fuel cock supplies fuel from the tank
to the carburetors. The fuel cock knob 1
positions are explained as follows and are
shown in the illustration.
OFF:
With the fuel cock knob in this position,
fuel does not flow. Always turn the fuel cock
knob to this position when the engine is not
running.
ON:
With the fuel cock knob in this position,
fuel flows to the carburetors normally. Turn
the fuel cock knob to this position when start-
ing the engine and operating the watercraft.
RES:
This indicates reserve. With the fuel cock
knob in this position, the reserve fuel is
made available. Tur n the fuel cock knob to
this position if you run out of fuel while oper-
ating the watercraft. When this occurs,
refuel as soon as possible and be sure to
turn the fuel cock knob back to “ON”!
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Choke knob
Starting a cold engine requires a richer
air-fuel mixture, which is supplied by the
choke.
Pull the knob 1 out to turn the choke on.
Push the knob in to turn the choke off.
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Throttle lever
Squeeze the throttle lever 1 to increase
engine speed. Release the throttle lever to
decrease engine speed or to return it to the
idle position.
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Start switch
Push the start switch 1 (green button) to
start the engine.
NOTE:@The engine will not start when the clip is
removed from the engine shut-off switch.
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OPERATION
Fuel and oil................................................ 3-1
Gasoline .................................................. 3-1
2-stroke engine oil................................... 3-2
Mixing fuel and oil .................................. 3-3
Filling the fuel tank .................................. 3-4
Pre-operation checks............................... 3-5
Pre-operation check list .......................... 3-5
Pre-operation check points..................... 3-6
Operation................................................. 3-13
Engine break-in ..................................... 3-13
Starting the engine................................ 3-15
Stopping the engine.............................. 3-18
Leaving the watercraft .......................... 3-18
Operating your watercraft..................... 3-19
Getting to know your watercraft............ 3-19
Learning to operate your watercraft ..... 3-19
Starting the watercraft........................... 3-21
Operating positions ............................... 3-25
Capsized watercraft .............................. 3-26
Turning the watercraft........................... 3-27
Stopping the watercraft......................... 3-29
Beaching the watercraft ........................ 3-30
Rough water operation ......................... 3-30
Post-operation checks.......................... 3-31
Transporting........................................... 3-33
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