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Yamaha Security System lock and
unlock modes
The lock and unlock modes of this system
can only be selected while the engine is
stopped.
When the lock button 1 is pressed, the
beeper sounds once. This indicates the lock
mode is selected and the engine cannot be
started.
The “UNLOCK” indicator light 2 comes
on when the security system is in the unlock
mode and goes off when the security sys-
tem is in the lock mode.
When the unlock button 3 is pressed for
a short time, the beeper sounds two times
for the normal mode or three times for the
low-RPM mode. The “UNLOCK” indicator
light will come on and the engine can be
started. (See the items in “Selecting the nor-
mal mode/low-RPM mode” for operation
mode information.)
Number of
beepsYamaha Security
System modeEngine can
be started
1 beep Lock NO
2 beepsUnlock
(normal mode)YES
3 beepsUnlock
(low-RPM mode)YES
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Selecting the normal mode/low-
RPM mode
The normal mode and low-RPM mode
can only be selected when the engine is
stopped in the unlock mode. Press the
unlock button for more than 4 seconds to
select the normal mode or low-RPM mode.
Normal mode
If the beeper sounds twice, the normal
mode is activated.
The watercraft can be ridden normally.
Low-RPM mode
If the beeper sounds three times, the low-
RPM mode is activated and the “L-MODE”
indicator light 1 comes on.
Maximum engine speed (r/min) in the low-
RPM mode is limited to approximately 80%
of the maximum engine speed in the normal
mode.
NOTE:@
If neither the start switch nor the remote
control transmitter is operated within
25 seconds after the unlock button is
pressed to select the unlock mode, the
multifunction meter display and the
“L-MODE” indicator light will go off. If this
occurs, press the lock button briefly to
select the lock mode, press the unlock
button briefly to select the unlock mode,
and then press the unlock button again for
more than 4 seconds to select the normal
mode or low-RPM mode.

While the engine is running, input from
the remote control transmitter is not
received.
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Analog speedometer/
tachometer and indicator
lights
This watercraft is equipped with the fol-
lowing meter and indicator lights.
1
Analog speedometer/tachometer
2
“SPEED” indicator light
3
“WARNING” indicator light
4
“RPM” indicator light
5
“UNLOCK” indicator light
6
“L-MODE” indicator light
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Analog speedometer/tachometer
The analog speedometer/tachometer can
be used as a speedometer or a tachometer.
To switch between the speedometer and
the tachometer functions, push the “Speed/
RPM” button 1
for at least 1 second when
the multifunction meter is operating.
The “SPEED” indicator light 2
comes on
when the analog speedometer is selected.
The “RPM” indicator light 3
comes on when
the analog tachometer is selected.
NOTE:@ When the analog speedometer/tachometer
is switched to the speedometer function, the
“SPEED” indicator light blinks three times,
and then comes on.
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“RPM” indicator light
The “RPM” indicator light 1 comes on
when the analog tachometer is selected.
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“WARNING” indicator light
The “WARNING” indicator light 1 blinks
or comes on, together with a warning indica-
tor, when a malfunction has occurred.
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“UNLOCK” indicator light
The “UNLOCK” indicator light 1 comes
on when the unlock mode of the Yamaha
Security System is selected. The watercraft
can be ridden normally when this light is on.
(See page 2-21 for more information.)
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“L-MODE” indicator light
The “L-MODE” indicator light 1 comes
on when the low-RPM mode is selected.
(See page 2-22 for more information.)
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Glove compartment
A glove compartment 2 is located in front
of the seat.
To open the glove compartment, turn the
knob 1, and then lift up the lid. To close the
glove compartment, lower the lid, and then
turn the knob to lock the lid in place.
Glove compartment:
Capacity:
10.0 L (2.6 US gal, 2.2 Imp gal)
Load limit: 1.0 kg (2.2 lb)
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Seat storage compartment
The seat storage compartment 1 is
located under the rear seat.
To open the seat storage compartment,
remove the rear seat. (See page 2-5 for rear
seat removal and installation procedures.)
Seat storage compartment:
Capacity:
15.0 L (4.0 US gal, 3.3 Imp gal)
Load limit: 9.0 kg (19.8 lb)
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Beverage holder
The beverage holder 1 is located on the
starboard (right) side of the watercraft.
NOTE:@ Do not use the beverage holder when oper-
ating the watercraft.
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Watertight compartment
A watertight compartment is located on
the port (left) side of the watercraft.
To open the watertight compartment, turn
the cap 1 counterclockwise.
Make sure that the watertight compart-
ment cap is closed securely before operat-
ing the watercraft.
Watertight compartment:
Capacity: 2.6 L (0.7 US gal, 0.6 Imp gal)
Load limit: 1.0 kg (2.2 lb)
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Pre-operation checks
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Pre-operation check list
Before operating this watercraft, perform the checks in the following check list. See the
accompanying text in this chapter for details on how to perform the checks.
WARNING@ If any item in the pre-operation check list is not working properly, have it inspected
and repaired before operating the watercraft, otherwise an accident could occur.
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NOTE:@ Pre-operation checks should be made thoroughly each time the watercraft is used. This pro-
cedure can be completed in a short time. It is worth the time spent to assure safety and reli-
ability.
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ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Engine compartment Remove all seats to ventilate the engine compartment.
Check for fuel vapors and loose electrical connections.3-6
Bilge Check for water and fuel and remove if necessary. 3-9
Stern drain plugs Check for proper installation. 3-10
Throttle lever Check that the throttle lever springs back smoothly. 3-12
Steering system Check for proper operation.
Check that the handlebars are securely locked.3-12
Shift lever and reverse gate Check for proper operation. 3-13
QSTS Check for proper operation. 3-14
Fuel and oil Check fuel and oil levels and add if necessary.
Check the hoses and tanks for leakage.3-6, 3-7
Water separator Check for water and drain if necessary. 3-8
Battery Check electrolyte level and battery condition. 3-10
Hood Check that the hood is properly secured. 2-7
Front and rear seats Check that the seats are properly secured. 2-5, 2-6
Hull and deck Check the hull and deck for cracks or other damage. 3-6
Jet unit Check for debris and remove if necessary. 3-15
Fire extinguisher Check condition and replace if necessary. 3-11
Engine shut-off cord Check condition and replace if frayed or broken. 3-15
Switches Check the start switch, engine stop switch, and engine
shut-off switch for proper operation.3-16
Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water is discharged while the engine is run-
ning and the watercraft is in the water.3-16
Multifunction meter Check for warning indications and proper operation. 3-16
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Fire extinguisher
Check that there is a full fire extinguisher
on board. The fire extinguisher container 1
is located in the seat storage compartment.
To open the fire extinguisher container
cap 2, turn it counterclockwise.
After inserting the fire extinguisher make
sure that the container cap is tightened
securely.
NOTE:@
See the instructions supplied by the fire
extinguisher manufacturer for checking
the fire extinguisher. Always keep the
extinguisher in the fire extinguisher con-
tainer.

Always carry a fire extinguisher on board.
A fire extinguisher is not standard equip-
ment with this watercraft. If you do not
have one, contact a Yamaha dealer or a
fire extinguisher dealer to obtain one
meeting the proper specifications.
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