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EJU21700
Model information
EJU21710
Builder’s plate
Part of the information is given on the
builder’s plate 1 affixed on the craft. A full
explanation of this information is given in the
relevant sections of this manual.
Design category of this personal water-
craft: C
Category C:
This watercraft is designed to operate in
winds up to Beaufort force 6 and the associ-
ated wave heights (significant wave heights
up to 2 m (6.56 ft); see the following NOTE).
Such conditions may be encountered in
exposed inland waters, in estuaries, and in
coastal waters in moderate weather condi-
tions.
NOTE:@ The significant wave height is the mean
height of the highest one-third of the waves,
which approximately corresponds to the
wave height estimated by an experienced
observer. However, some waves will be dou-
ble this height.
@
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EJU00998
Important labels
EJU01351
Label location
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EJU13521
Warning labels
12
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EJU01354
Other labels
0
AB
CDE
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EJU00999
Safety information
The safe use and operation of this
watercraft is dependent upon the use of
proper riding techniques, as well as upon
the common sense, good judgment, and
expertise of the operator. Before using
this watercraft, make sure that its use is
permitted under local laws, bylaws and
regulations and always operate the
watercraft in full conformity with any
requirements and limitations imposed.
Every operator should know the follow-
ing requirements before riding the water-
craft.
Before operating the watercraft, read this
Owner’s/Operator’s Manual, the Riding
Practice Guide, and all warning and cau-
tion labels on the watercraft. These mate-
rials should give you an understanding of
the watercraft and its operation.
Never allow anyone to operate this water-
craft until they too have read this Owner’s/
Operator’s Manual, the Riding Practice
Guide and all warning and caution labels.
EJU01268
Limitations on who may
operate the watercraft
Yamaha recommends a minimum opera-
tor age of 16 years old.
Adults must supervise use by minors.
Know your local operator age and training
requirements.
This watercraft is designed to carry the
operator only. Never have more than one
person on the watercraft at any time.
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EJU12691
Cruising limitations
Scan constantly for people, objects, and
other watercraft. Be alert for conditions
that limit your visibility or block your vision
of others.
Operate defensively at safe speeds and
keep a safe distance away from people,
objects, and other watercraft.
Do not follow directly behind watercraft or
other boats.
Do not go near others to spray or splash
them with water.
Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers
that make it hard for others to avoid you or
understand where you are going.
Avoid areas with submerged objects or
shallow water.
Take early action to avoid collisions.
Remember, watercraft and other boats do
not have brakes.
Do not release the throttle when trying to
steer away from objects—you need throt-
tle to steer. Always check throttle and
steering controls before starting the
watercraft.
Ride within your limits and avoid aggres-
sive maneuvers to reduce the risk of loss
of control, ejection, and collision.
This is a high performance boat—not a
toy. Sharp turns or jumping wakes or
waves can increase the risk of back/spinal
injury (paralysis), facial injuries, and bro-
ken legs, ankles and other bones. Do not
jump wakes or waves.
Do not operate the watercraft in rough
water, bad weather or when visibility is
poor; this may lead to an accident caus-
ing injury or death. Be alert to the possi-
bility of adverse weather. Take note of
weather forecasts and the prevailing
weather conditions before setting out on
your watercraft.
As with any water sport, you should not
operate your watercraft without someone
else nearby. If you operate further than
swimming distance from shore, you
should be accompanied by another boat
or watercraft, but make sure you stay a
safe distance away. It’s good, common
sense!
Never operate in water that is less than
60 cm (2 ft) deep, otherwise you increase
your chance of hitting a submerged
object, which could result in injury.
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This watercraft is not equipped with light-
ing required for night operation. Do not
operate the watercraft after sunset or
before dawn, otherwise you increase the
risk of colliding with another boat, which
could result in severe injury or death.
Follow navigation rules, and state/provin-
cial and local laws that apply to water-
craft.
EJU12701
Operation requirements
All riders must wear a personal flotation
device (PFD) that is approved by the
appropriate authorities and suitable for
personal watercraft use.
Wear protective clothing. Severe internal
injuries can occur if water is forced into
body cavities as a result of falling into
water or being near the jet thrust nozzle.
Normal swimwear does not adequately
protect against forceful water entry into
the rectum or vagina. All riders must wear
a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides
equivalent protection.
Such clothing includes thick, tightly
woven, sturdy and snug-fitting apparel
such as denim, but does not include
spandex or similar fabrics, like those used
in bicycle shorts.
1
Authority-approved PFD
2
Wetsuit bottom
Eye protection is recommended to keep
wind, water, and glare from the sun out of
your eyes while you operate your water-
craft. Restraining straps for eyewear are
made which are designed to float should
your eyewear fall in the water.
Footwear and gloves are recommended.
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