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Hour meter/Voltmeter
NOTE:@ To switch the display between the hour
meter and voltmeter, push the select
button1 for at least 1 second after the
meter is displayed for more than 10 sec-
onds.
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Hour meter
The hour meter is provided to make it
easy to follow the maintenance schedule.
The meter shows the hours of engine
operation that have elapsed since the water-
craft was new.
Vo l t m e t e r
The voltmeter is provided to display the
voltage of the battery.
When the battery voltage is normal, the
voltmeter displays approximately 12 volts.
If the battery voltage is less than 8.0 volts,
“LO” is displayed on the voltmeter and if the
voltage is above 18.1 volts, “HI” is displayed
on the voltmeter. If “HI” or “LO” is displayed,
beach the watercraft and, if necessary, have
a Yamaha dealer check the charging system
and the battery.
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Check engine warning indicator
If a sensor malfunction or a short circuit is
detected, the warning light and the check
engine warning indicator begin to blink and
the buzzer sounds intermittently.
If this occurs, reduce the engine speed,
beach the watercraft, and have a Yamaha
dealer check the engine.
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Battery
If the watercraft will not be used for more
than a month, disconnect the negative (–)
lead first, then the positive (+) lead and
breather hose, and then remove the battery
from the watercraft.
Clean the battery casing using fresh
water.
If the battery terminals are dirty or cor-
roded, clean them with a wire brush.
Fully charge the battery, and then store it
in a cool, dark place.
Apply Yamaha marine grease or Yamaha
grease A to the battery terminals.
Check the battery at least every 2 months
and fully charge it if necessary.
WARNING@ Be sure to connect the breather hose to
the battery. Fire or explosion could result
if the breather hose is damaged,
obstructed, or not connected properly.
@
CAUTION:@ The battery may not be usable again if
you store it for a long period without
charging it. Charge the battery periodi-
cally.
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Inspecting the battery
Check the level of the battery electrolyte
and make sure that the negative and posi-
tive leads are securely tightened.
WARNING@
Battery electrolyte is poisonous and
dangerous, causing severe burns, etc.
Electrolyte contains sulfuric acid.
Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or cloth-
ing.
Antidotes
External: Flush with water.
Internal: Drink large quantities of water
or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten egg, or vegetable oil. Call phy-
sician immediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases.
Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc.,
well away. If using or charging the bat-
tery in an enclosed space, make sure
that it is well ventilated. Always shield
your eyes when working near batter-
ies.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHIL-
DREN.

Be sure to connect the breather hose
to the battery. Fire or explosion could
result if the breather hose is damaged,
obstructed, or not connected properly.
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CAUTION:@
Be careful not to place the battery on
its side.

Be sure to remove the battery from the
battery compartment when adding
electrolyte or charging the battery.
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To replenish the battery:
1. Make sure that the electrolyte level is
between the upper 1 and lower 2 level
marks.
2. Refill the battery with distilled water if
necessary.
CAUTION:@ Normal tap water contains minerals that
are harmful to a battery. Use only dis-
tilled water for replenishing the battery.
@
To recharge the battery:
CAUTION:@ Do not attempt to charge a battery hast-
ily. Battery life could be shortened.
@
It is recommended to have a Yamaha
dealer charge the battery. If you charge the
battery yourself, carefully read the battery
charger instructions before charging and fol-
low the points below.
1. Remove all caps from the battery cell.
2. Add distilled water to the specified level if
the electrolyte level is low.
3. Set the charging rate to 1.9 ampere and
charge the battery slowly until the explo-
sive gases are discharged vigorously
from the battery cells.
To connect the battery terminals:
1. Make sure that the connections are cor-
rect when you install the battery in the
watercraft.
2. Make sure that the breather hose is
properly connected and that it is not
damaged or obstructed.
3. Make sure that the battery is securely
held in place.
1Positive (+): Red lead
2Negative (–): Black lead
3Breather hose
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Specifications
MODEL
ITEMUnit VX110 Sport/VX110 Deluxe
WATERCRAFT CAPACITY
Maximum people on board Number of people 3
Maximum load capacity kg (lb) 240 (530)
DIMENSIONS
Length mm (in) 3,220 (126.8)
Width mm (in) 1,170 (46.1)
Height mm (in) 1,150 (45.3)
Dry weight kg (lb) 325 (716)
PERFORMANCE
Maximum output kW (PS) @ r/min 75.0 (102)@ 8,000
Maximum fuel consumption L/h (US gal/h, Imp gal/h) 28 (7.4, 6.2)
Cruising range at full throttle hr. 2.14
Trolling speed r/min 1,550–1,750
ENGINE
Engine type 4-stroke
Number of cylinders 4
Engine displacement
cm
3 (cu in)1,052 (64.2)
Bore & stroke mm (in) 76 ×
58 (2.99 ×
2.28)
Compression ratio 11.4:1
Lubrication system Dry sump
Cooling system Water cooled
Starting system Electric starter
Ignition system TCI
Spark plug CR9EB (NGK)
Spark plug gap mm (in) 0.7–0.8 (0.028–0.031)
Battery capacity V-AH 12-19
Charging system Flywheel magneto
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Jumping the battery
If the watercraft battery has run down, the
engine can be started using a 12-volt bat-
tery and jumper cables.
WARNING@ Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan-
gerous, causing severe burns, etc. Elec-
trolyte contains sulfuric acid. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Antidotes
External: Flush with water.
Internal: Drink large quantities of water
or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia,
beaten egg or vegetable oil. Call physi-
cian immediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes
and get prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. well away.
If using or charging the battery in an
enclosed space, make sure that it is well
ventilated. Always shield your eyes when
working near batteries.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHIL-
DREN.
@
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