2009 YAMAHA VX roof

Safety information
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tercraft to avoid accidental starting or unau-
thorized use by children 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 17.)
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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Features and functions
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that the hood is securely closed before oper-
ating the watercraft.
EJU31091Fuel tank filler cap
To remove the fuel tank filler cap, turn it coun-
terclockwise.
To install the fuel tank filler cap, turn it clock-
wise until it stops. Make sure that the fuel tank
filler cap is securely closed before operating
the watercraft.
EJU36621Remote control transmitter (for VX
Deluxe/VX Cruiser)
The Yamaha Security System and low-RPM
mode settings are selected using the remote
control transmitter. (See “Yamaha SecuritySystem” on page 29 for information on using
the remote control transmitter.)
The Yamaha Security System and low-RPM
mode settings can only be selected using the
remote control transmitter.
Store the remote control transmitter carefully
so it will not be lost. When operating the wa-
tercraft, store the transmitter in the transmitter
holder provided in the glove compartment.
NOTICE
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The remote control transmitter is not
completely waterproof. Do not sub-
merge the transmitter or operate it un-
derwater. If the transmitter is
submerged, dry it with a soft, dry cloth,
and then check that it is operating prop-
erly. If the transmitter is not operating
properly, contact a Yamaha dealer.
1Fuel tank filler cap
1Transmitter holder
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Features and functions
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ridden normally when this light is on. (See
page 29 for more information.)
EJU35010“L-MODE” indicator light
(for VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser)
The “L-MODE” indicator light comes on when
the low-RPM mode is selected. (See page 30
for more information.)
EJU31681Storage compartments
A front storage compartment and a glove
compartment are provided.
The storage compartments are not designed
to be waterproof. If you carry objects that must
be kept dry, such as the manuals, put them in
a waterproof bag.
Make sure that the storage compartments are
closed securely before operating the water-
craft.
EJU31712Front storage compartment
The front storage compartment is located at
the bow.
To open the front storage compartment, pull
the hood latch up, and then lift up the hood.
1“SECURITY” indicator light
1“L-MODE” indicator light
1Hood latch
1Front storage compartment
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Maintenance and care
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vided on the watercraft for the manual and
tool kit.
To protect these materials from water dam-
age, it would be a good idea to put them in a
waterproof bag.
The service information included in this man-
ual is intended to provide you, the owner, with
the necessary information for completing your
own preventive maintenance and minor re-
pairs. The tools provided in the tool kit are suf-
ficient for this purpose, except that a torque
wrench may also be necessary to tighten nuts
and bolts.
1Storage compartment
1Tool bag
2Screwdriver
316 mm box wrench
410/12 mm box wrench
5Pliers
6Open-end wrench
7Garden hose adapter
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