2008 YAMAHA VX Owners Manual

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EJU30320
Model information EJU30330Builder’s plate
Part of the information is given on the builder’s
plate affixed on the craft. A full explanation of
this information is given in the relevant sec-
tions 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 associat-
ed wave heights (significant wave heights up
to 2 m (6.56 ft); see the following NOTE).
Such conditions may be encountered in ex-
posed 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 double this
height.
1Builder’s plate location
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EJU30450
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EJU35910Warning labels
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For VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser only
EJU36123Other labels
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The following label indicates the correct direction to upright a capsized watercraft.
For VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser only
The following CE marking is located on the back of the remote control transmitter.
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Safety information
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EJU30680
The safe use and operation of this water-
craft is dependent upon the use of proper
riding techniques, as well as upon the
common sense, good judgment, and ex-
pertise of the operator. Before using this
watercraft, make sure that its use is per-
mitted under local laws, bylaws, and regu-
lations, and always operate the watercraft
in full conformity with any requirements
and limitations imposed. Every operator
should know the following requirements
before riding the watercraft.

Before operating the watercraft, read this
owner’s/operator’s manual, the Riding
Practice Guide, and all warning and caution
labels on the watercraft. These materials
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 own-
er’s/operator’s manual, the Riding Practice
Guide, and all warning and caution labels.
EJU30740
Limitations on who may
operate the watercraft

Yamaha recommends a minimum operator
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 op-
erator and up to 2 passengers. Never ex-
ceed the maximum load limit or allow more
than 3 persons (or 2 persons if a water-skier
is being pulled) to ride the watercraft at any
time.

Do not operate the watercraft with any pas-
sengers on board until you have consider-
able practice and experience riding alone.
Operating the watercraft with passengers
requires more skill. Take the time to be-
come accustomed to the handling charac-
teristics of the watercraft before trying any
difficult maneuvers.Maximum load:
240 kg (530 lb)
Load is the total weight of cargo, oper-
ator, and passengers.
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