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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 1-12.)
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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 pouch
A storage pouch is provided on the under-
side of the hood for the Owner’s/Operator’s
Manual, tool kit and other small items.
Bend the Owner’s/Operator’s Manual
slightly to insert it into the storage pouch 1,
then add the tool kit and any other small
items. Fold the pouch and tie it with the belt.
Install the storage pouch on the hood and
secure it with the bands 2.
NOTE:@ The storage pouch is not waterproof. To
keep the contents of the storage pouch dry,
put them in a waterproof bag before putting
them in the storage pouch.
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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 with
you whenever you use the watercraft. For
your convenience, a storage pouch 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, the
owner, with the necessary information for
completing your own preventive mainte-
nance and minor repairs. The tools provided
in the tool kit 2 are sufficient for this pur-
pose, except that a torque wrench may also
be necessary to tighten nuts and bolts.
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