2006 YAMAHA GP1300R warning

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NOTE:@
Wipe off any water on the spark plug or
inside the cap before installing the spark
plug cap. Push the spark plug cap down
until it is securely installed.

If a torque wrench is not available when
you are installing a new spark plug, a
good estimate of the correct torque is 1/4
turn to 1/2 turn past finger tight with the
spark plug wrench included in the tool kit.
Have the spark plug adjusted to the cor-
rect torque with a torque wrench as soon
as possible.
@
WARNING@ Be careful not to damage the insulator
when removing or installing a spark plug.
A damaged insulator could allow sparks
to escape, which could lead to an explo-
sion or fire.
@
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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.
@
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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Replacing the fuse
The fuse is in the electrical box 1.
To replace the fuse:
1. Remove the cap 2.
2. Replace the fuse 4 with the spare
fuse5 of the correct amperage by using
the special tool 3 on the reverse side of
the cap.
WARNING@ Do not use fuses of higher amperage
than those recommended. Substitution
of a fuse of improper rating can cause
extensive electrical system damage and
possible fire.
@
EJU11120
Bleeding the oil injection
pump
If the oil tank becomes completely empty,
or any hose connected to the oil pump has
been disconnected, the oil pump must be
bled to ensure proper oil flow.
If bleeding of the oil pump is necessary,
have a Yamaha dealer bleed it. Fuse amperage:
20 A (main)
3 A (meter)
3 A (bilge pump)
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Engine runs irregu-
larly or stallsFuel Empty Refill as soon as possi-
ble3-4
Stale or contaminated Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer4-11
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer4-11
Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace 4-14
Incorrect heat range Replace 4-14
Gap incorrect Adjust 4-14
Spark plug cap Loose Connect properly 4-14
Cracked, torn, or dam-
agedReplace
—
Electrical
wiringLoose connection Tighten or connect
properly—
Fuel injection
systemFaulty or clogged injec-
torsHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Warning light or
indicator blinksFuel level Empty Refill as soon as possi-
ble3-4
Engine oil level Empty Refill immediately 3-5
Oil filter clogged Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Engine
overheatedJet intake clogged Clean 5-4
Water temperature
sensor is failedHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer2-12
Low battery
voltageBattery voltage low Charge 4-18
Battery terminal con-
nected wrongConnect properly
4-18
Exhaust gas
temperatureGas temperature is too
highCool down engine
2-13
Check engine
warningFaulty sensors Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer— TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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Emergency procedures
EJU21602
Cleaning the jet intake and
impeller
If weeds or debris get caught in the intake
or impeller, cavitation can occur, causing jet
thrust to decrease even though engine
speed rises. If this condition is allowed to
continue, the engine will overheat and may
seize. If there is any sign that the jet intake
or impeller is clogged with weeds or debris,
return to shore and check the intake and
impeller. Always stop the engine before
beaching the watercraft.
WARNING@ Before attempting to remove weeds or
debris from the jet intake or impeller
area, 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:@ If weeds or debris get caught in the
intake, do not operate the watercraft
above trolling speed until they have been
removed.
@
1. Turn the watercraft on its side as shown.
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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 CHILDREN.
@
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Towing the watercraft
If the watercraft becomes inoperative in
the water, it can be towed to shore.
If the watercraft must be towed in an
emergency using a towline, the operator
should ride the watercraft, holding onto the
handlebars.
CAUTION:@
Tow the watercraft at 5 mph (8 km/h) or
less, otherwise water could enter the
engine through the exhaust passages
or through the air intake and flood the
engine compartment if it is towed too
fast.

Tow the watercraft using the bow
eye1 only.

The bow must be kept up out of the
water during towing to prevent water
from entering the engine compart-
ment.
@
WARNING@
The watercraft should only be towed in
an emergency.

The towline should be long enough so
that the watercraft will not collide with
the towing boat when slowing down. A
good rule of thumb is a towline that is
three times the combined length of the
towing boat and the watercraft.

The operator of the towing boat must
keep speed to a minimum and avoid
traffic or obstacles which could be a
hazard to the rider on the watercraft.
@
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Index
2-stroke engine oil ................................... 3-3
A
Adjusting the fuel injection system ........ 4-20
Adjusting the Yamaha Adjustable
Sponson (YAS) ..................................... 4-22
B
Battery ............................................ 3-10, 4-5
Beaching the watercraft ........................ 3-32
Bilge ........................................................ 3-9
Bleeding the oil injection pump ............. 4-21
Boarding alone ...................................... 3-25
Boarding and starting in deep water ..... 3-25
Boarding with a passenger.................... 3-26
Bow down.............................................. 2-11
Bow up .................................................. 2-11
Builder’s plate.......................................... 1-2
C
Capsized watercraft .............................. 3-27
Check engine warning indicator ............ 2-18
Checking the trolling speed ................... 4-20
Cleaning and adjusting the
spark plugs ............................................ 4-14
Cleaning the jet intake and impeller ........ 5-4
Cleaning the watercraft ........................... 4-6
Connecting the jumper cables................. 5-7
Cooling water pilot outlet ................ 2-8, 3-15
Cruising limitations ................................ 1-10
D
Docking the watercraft .......................... 3-32
E
Emergency procedures ........................... 5-4
Engine break-in ..................................... 3-16
Engine compartment ............................... 3-7
Engine overheat warning indicator ........ 2-19
Engine overheat warning system .......... 2-12
Engine serial number .............................. 1-1
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) ............... 3-14
Engine shut-off switch ............................. 2-7
Engine stop switch .................................. 2-7Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ......... 1-16
Exhaust temperature warning
indicator................................................. 2-19
Exhaust temperature warning
system ................................................... 2-13
F
Filling the fuel tank .................................. 3-4
Filling the oil tank .................................... 3-5
Fire extinguisher .................................... 3-11
Flushing the cooling system .................... 4-1
Front storage compartment ................... 2-20
Fuel and oil.............................................. 3-1
Fuel and oil systems ............................... 3-8
Fuel meter ............................................. 2-16
Fuel system ............................................. 4-3
Fuel tank ............................................... 4-11
Fuel tank filler cap ................................... 2-6
Fuel warning indicator ........................... 2-17
G
Gasohol ................................................... 3-3
Gasoline .................................................. 3-1
Getting to know your watercraft ............ 3-21
Glove compartment ............................... 2-21
H
Handgrip ................................................ 2-11
Hazard information ................................ 1-14
Hood........................................................ 2-6
Hour meter/Voltmeter ............................ 2-17
Hull and deck .......................................... 3-7
Hull Identification Number (HIN).............. 1-1
I
Identification numbers ............................. 1-1
Important labels ....................................... 1-3
Inspecting and adjusting the
throttle cable.......................................... 4-13
Inspecting the battery ............................ 4-18
Inspecting the fuel system ..................... 4-11
Inspecting the jet thrust nozzle angle .... 4-13
Inspecting the oil injection system ......... 4-12
J
Jet unit................................................... 3-14
Jumping the battery ................................. 5-6
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