2002 YAMAHA GP1200 warning light

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Engine overheat warning
system
This model is equipped with an engine
overheat warning system.
If the engine starts to overheat, the warn-
ing light and the engine overheat warning
indicator begin to blink, and the buzzer
sounds intermittently.
When this occurs, reduce the engine
speed and beach the watercraft. Check for
water discharge. If there is no discharge of
water at the cooling water pilot outlet, whole
the engine is running, check the intake grate
and impeller for clogging.
WARNING@ Before attempting to remove weeds or
debris 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.
@
CAUTION:@
Return to shore at low speed if over-
heat warning indicator and buzzer
come on. If you ignore these signals,
engine will stop running and cannot be
restarted until exhaust system cools
down.

Have your watercraft inspected and
serviced by a Yamaha dealer if engine
stops due to overheating.
@
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If the overheat warning is ignored, engine
and exhaust system heat may increase, par-
ticularly if the watercraft is operated at
higher speeds. When this occurs, the warn-
ing light, the engine overheat warning indi-
cator and the buzzer will change from
intermittently to continuously on, and the
overheat system will stop ignition to the
engine to reduce the risk of severe over-
heating. The engine cannot be started until
it cools down, so it may be necessary to
have the watercraft towed back to the
beach. (See “Towing the watercraft” on page
5-7 for towing procedures.)
NOTE:@ Press the reset button on the multifunction
information center to stop the buzzer.
@
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Multifunction information
center
This meter contains following functions for
the help and convenience of operation.
1
Tachometer
2
Speedometer
3
Fuel meter
4
Hour meter
5
Warning light
6
Oil warning indicator
7
Engine overheat warning indicator
8
Fuel warning indicator
9
Reset button
CAUTION:@
Do not run the engine at full throttle or
more than 15 seconds to check the
meter for operation on land. The
engine could overheat.

Use the specified resistor-type spark
plug and cap, otherwise the meter may
function erratically.
@
NOTE:@ All display light up and the buzzer sounds
twice after the engine starts. Then, the
meter will operate normally after few sec-
onds. The current display will continue to
operate for 30 seconds after the engine
stops.
@
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Fuel meter
The fuel meter is provided for convenient
fuel level checking while riding. The fuel
meter has eight 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.
@
EJU01032
Hour meter
The hour meter is provided to make it
easy to follow the maintenance schedule.
The meter shows the hours of engine opera-
tion that have elapsed since the watercraft
was new.
NOTE:@
The elapsed time will be kept even if the
battery terminals have been discon-
nected.

If the hour meter malfunctions, “_ _ _ _”
display and the warning light will blink.
@
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Fuel warning indicator
If the fuel remaining in the tank drops to
about 13 L (3.4 US gal, 2.9 Imp gal), the
lowest two fuel level segments, the fuel
warning indicator and the warning light
begin to blink. The buzzer also starts sound-
ing intermittently.
The warning signals will be cleared when
the engine restarts after refilling fuel.
EJU01034
Oil warning indicator
If the oil remaining in the tank drops to
about 1.7 L (0.45 US gal, 0.37 Imp gal) or
the oil filter is clogged, the oil warning indi-
cator and the warning light begin to blink.
The buzzer also starts sounding intermit-
tently.
If the oil warning indicators begin to blink,
refill with engine oil as soon as possible.
The warning signals will be cleared when
the engine restarts after refilling engine oil.
NOTE:@ If the warning indicators blink with adequate
oil in the tank, check the oil filter for clog-
ging.
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Engine overheat warning
indicator
If the engine starts to overheat, the warn-
ing light and engine overheat warning indi-
cator begin to blink, and the buzzer sounds
intermittently.
If the watercraft continues to be operated
at higher speeds after the warning system
has been activated, the warning light,
engine overheat warning indicator and the
buzzer will change from intermittently to
continuously on. (See “Engine overheat
warning system” on pages 2-13 to 2-14 for
further details.)
The warning signals will turn off when the
engine is started after it has cooled down.
NOTE:@ When the warnings overlap each other, their
priority is as follows:
1. Final overheat warning
2. Fuel level warning
3. Oil level warning
4. Initial overheat warning
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5. While lightly squeezing the throttle lever,
push the start switch (green button).
WARNING@ On this watercraft, the engine is con-
nected directly to the jet pump. Starting
the engine immediately generates some
thrust. Apply only enough throttle to
keep the engine running.
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6. Release the start switch as soon as the
engine starts to run.
CAUTION:@
Never push the start switch while the
engine is running.

Do not operate the start switch for
more than 5 seconds, otherwise the
battery will be discharged and the
engine will not start. Also, the starter
motor may be damaged. If the engine
does not start in 5 seconds, release
the start switch, wait 15 seconds, and
try again.
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7. After the engine has warmed up, move
the choke lever back to its original posi-
tion.
NOTE:@ If the choke lever is left turned on, the
engine will stall.
@
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Operating your watercraft
EJU01069
Getting to know your
watercraft
Operating your watercraft requires skills
acquired through practice over a period of
time. Take the time to learn the basic tech-
niques well before attempting more difficult
maneuvers.
Operating your new watercraft can be a
very enjoyable activity, providing you with
hours of pleasure. However, it is essential to
familiarize yourself with the operation of the
watercraft to achieve the skill level neces-
sary to enjoy riding safely. Before operating
this watercraft, read this Owner’s/Operator’s
Manual, the Riding Practice Guide, and all
warning and caution labels on the water-
craft. Pay particular attention to the safety
information on pages 1-8 to 1-14. These
materials should give you an understanding
of the watercraft and its operation.
Remember: This watercraft is designed to
carry the operator and one passenger.
Never exceed the maximum load limit or
allow more than 2 persons to ride the water-
craft at one time.
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Learning to operate your
watercraft
Before operating the watercraft, always
perform the pre-operation checks listed on
page 3-5. The short time spent checking the
watercraft will reward you with added safety
and reliability.
Check all local laws before operating your
watercraft.
Operate defensively at safe speeds and
keep a safe distance away from people,
objects, and other watercraft. Select a wide
area to learn in, where you have good visi-
bility and light boat traffic.
Use the buddy system—operate with
someone nearby. Scan constantly for peo-
ple, objects, and other watercraft. Be alert
for conditions that limit your visibility or block
your vision of others.
Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
to your wrist and keep it free from the han-
dlebars so that the engine stops if the opera-
tor falls off.
Wear a personal flotation device (PFD).
All riders must wear an authority-approved
PFD that is suitable for personal watercraft
use. Maximum load: 160 kg (353 lb)
Load is the total weight of cargo, opera-
tor and passenger.
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