2007 YAMAHA GP1300R turn signal

Safety information
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Do not attempt to modify this watercraft!
Modifications to your watercraft may reduce
safety and reliability, and render the water-
craft unsafe or illegal for use.

Attach the engine shut-off cord to your left
wrist and keep it free from the handlebars
so that the engine stops if you, the operator,
fall off. After riding, remove the engine shut-
off cord from the watercraft to avoid acci-
dental starting or unauthorized use by chil-
dren or others.

Scan carefully for swimmers and stay away
from swimming areas. Swimmers are hard
to see and you could accidentally hit some-
one 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 if you ma-
neuver more quickly than other boaters ex-
pect, you risk a collision.

Maintain a safe distance from other boats
and watercraft, and also watch for ski ropes
or fishing lines. Obey the “Safe boating
rules” and be sure to check behind you be-
fore making a turn. (See “Safe boating
rules” on page 15.)
EJU30840
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 signal
other boats.

Visual distress signals
It is recommended that a pyrotechnic de-
vice, which is approved by the appropriate
authorities, be stored in a waterproof con-
tainer on your watercraft. A mirror can also
be used as an emergency signal. Contact a
Yamaha dealer for more information.

Watch
A watch is helpful so you will know how long
you have been operating the watercraft.

Towline
A towline can be used to tow a disabled wa-
tercraft in an emergency.
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The meter shows the hours of engine opera-
tion that have elapsed since the watercraft
was new.
Voltmeter
The voltmeter is provided to display the volt-
age of the battery.
The voltmeter displays 12 volts or more when
the battery voltage is within specification.
If the voltage displayed is low, return to shore
and, if necessary, have a Yamaha dealer
check the charging system and the battery.
EJU31560Fuel level warning indicator
If the fuel remaining in the fuel tank drops to
about 13 L (3.4 US gal, 2.9 Imp gal), the low-
est two fuel level segments, the fuel level
warning indicator, and the “WARNING” light
begin to blink. The buzzer also starts sound-
ing intermittently.
If this occurs, refill the fuel tank as soon as
possible.
The warning signals will be cleared when the
engine is restarted after the fuel tank is re-
filled.
EJU31570Oil level warning indicator
If the oil remaining in the oil tank drops to
about 1.7 L (0.45 US gal, 0.37 Imp gal) or the
oil filter is clogged, the oil level warning indica-
tor and the “WARNING” light begin to blink.The buzzer also starts sounding intermittent-
ly.
If this occurs, refill the oil tank as soon as pos-
sible.
The warning signals will be cleared when the
engine is restarted after the oil tank is refilled.
NOTE:
If the oil level warning indicator and the
“WARNING” light blink when there is ade-
quate oil in the oil tank, have a Yamaha dealer
check the oil filter for dirt and clogs.
EJU31580Engine overheat warning indicator
This model is equipped with an engine over-
heat warning system.
If the engine starts to overheat, the “WARN-
ING” light and the engine overheat warning in-
dicator begin to blink, and the buzzer sounds
intermittently.
If this occurs, reduce the engine speed, return
to shore, and then check for water discharge
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at the cooling water pilot outlet while the en-
gine is running. If there is no discharge of wa-
ter, shut the engine off, and then check the
intake grate and impeller for clogging.
WARNING
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Before attempting to remove weeds or de-
bris from the intake grate or impeller, shut
the engine off and remove the clip from the
engine shut-off switch. Severe injury ordeath could result from coming in contact
with the rotating parts of the jet pump.
CAUTION:
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This watercraft is equipped with a catalytic
converter.

If the “WARNING” light, engine overheat
warning indicator, and buzzer come on,
reduce the engine speed and return to
shore. If you ignore these signals, the
engine will stop running and cannot be
restarted until the exhaust system cools
down.

If you cannot locate and correct the
cause of the overheating, consult a
Yamaha dealer. Continuing to operate at
higher speeds could result in severe en-
gine damage.
If the overheat warning is ignored, engine and
exhaust system heat may increase, particu-
larly if the watercraft is operated at higher
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speeds. If this occurs, the “WARNING” light
and the engine overheat warning indicator
come on and the buzzer sounds continuously.
In addition, the warning system will cut the ig-
nition to the engine to reduce the risk of se-
vere overheating. The engine cannot be
started until it cools down, so it may be neces-
sary to have the watercraft towed back to the
shore. (See “Towing the watercraft” on page
78 for towing procedures.)
The warning signals will be cleared when the
engine is restarted after it has cooled down.
NOTE:
If multiple warnings occur at the same time,
their priority is as follows:
(1) Final engine overheat warning
(2) Fuel level warning
(3) Oil level warning
(4) Initial engine overheat warning
(5) Exhaust temperature warning
(6) Check engine warning
EJU31610Exhaust temperature warning indicator
This model is equipped with an exhaust tem-
perature warning system.
If the exhaust temperature becomes too hot,
the “WARNING” light and the exhaust tem-
perature warning indicator begin to blink, and
the buzzer sounds intermittently.If this occurs, reduce the engine speed and
return to shore to allow the exhaust system to
cool down.
WARNING
EWJ00830
Do not touch the hot muffler or catalytic
converter during or immediately after en-
gine operation; they can cause serious
burns. In addition, the catalytic converter
becomes hotter after the engine stops be-
fore cooling down.
CAUTION:
ECJ00810
This model is equipped with a catalytic
converter.

If the “WARNING” light, exhaust temper-
ature warning indicator, and buzzer
come on, reduce the engine speed (be-
low 4000 r/min) and return to shore.

If you cannot locate and correct the
cause of the overheating, consult a
Yamaha dealer. Continuing to operate at
higher speeds could result in severe en-
gine damage.
The warning signals will be cleared when the
engine is restarted after it has cooled down.
EJU31630Check engine warning indicator
If a sensor malfunction or a short circuit is de-
tected, the “WARNING” light and the check
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