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TIP:
If the remote control transmitter is operated
while the multifunction information center is in
the standby state, the center performs the ini-
tial operation, and then the setting is selected.
To activate the Low RPM Mode:
Push the “L-Mode” (unlock) button on the re-
mote control transmitter for more than 4 sec-
onds. Once the beeper sounds three times
and the “UNLOCK” indicator light blinks three
times, then comes on, the “L-MODE” indicator
light comes on and the Low RPM Mode is ac-
tivated.
TIP:
If the Low RPM Mode is activated immediate-
ly after the information display turns off, the
“L-MODE” indicator light will not come on. The
“L-MODE” indicator light will come on when
the engine is started.
To deactivate the Low RPM Mode:
Push the “L-Mode” (unlock) button on the re-
mote control transmitter for more than 4 sec-onds. Once the beeper sounds two times and
the “UNLOCK” indicator light blinks two times,
then comes on, the “L-MODE” indicator light
goes off and the Low RPM Mode is deactivat-
ed. When the Low RPM Mode is deactivated,
the watercraft returns to the normal operation
mode.
EJU37015No-wake mode
The no-wake mode is a function that main-
tains the engine speed at a fixed setting for
operating the watercraft at low speeds. This
function can be used only for forward opera-
tion of the watercraft.
TIP:
The no-wake mode can only be activated af-
ter 5 seconds have elapsed since starting the
engine.
Activating and deactivating the no-wake
mode
Activation of the no-wake mode will be con-
firmed by the number of beeps when the “NO-
WAKE MODE” switch is pushed, and by the
digital speedometer display of the multifunc-
tion information center. (See page 39 for infor-
mation on the multifunction information
center.)
TIP:
The beeps and the blinking digital speedome-
ter display also indicate the activation of the
cruise assist. (See page 36 for information on
the cruise assist.)
Number of
beepsLow RPM Mode
operation“L-
MODE”
indicator
light
ActivatedComes
on
Deactivated Goes off
1“L-Mode” (unlock) button
2“L-MODE” indicator light
L-MODE
L-Mode12Number
of beepsNo-wake mode oper-
ationDigital
speedome-
ter display
ActivatedStarts
blinking
DeactivatedStops
blinking
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To activate the no-wake mode:
(1) Release the throttle lever and let the en-
gine speed return to idle.
(2) Make sure that the shift lever is in the for-
ward position. The no-wake mode cannot
be activated when the shift lever is in the
reverse position.
(3) Push and hold the “NO-WAKE MODE”
switch. Once the beeper sounds three
times quickly and “8” (when kilometers
are selected) or “5” (when miles are se-
lected) starts blinking in the digital speed-
ometer display, the no-wake mode is
activated. Keep the throttle lever in the
fully closed (idle) position when the no-
wake mode is activated.TIP:
The digital speedometer display blinks contin-
ually while the no-wake mode is activated.
To deactivate the no-wake mode:
Perform one of the following operations. The
beeper sounds two times quickly and the dig-
ital speedometer display stops blinking when
the no-wake mode is deactivated.

Push the “NO-WAKE MODE” switch.

Squeeze the throttle lever.
TIP:
The no-wake mode is also deactivated when
the engine is stopped.
EJU37025Cruise assist
The cruise assist is a function for maintaining
a desired engine speed within a fixed range
while operating the watercraft.
1Shift lever
2Forward position
1
2
1“NO-WAKE MODE” sw itch
1
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TIP:

The cruise assist can only be set between
engine speeds of approximately 3000 r/min
and approximately 7000 r/min.

The cruise assist cannot be activated in the
Low RPM Mode. (See page 34 for Low
RPM Mode activation procedures.)
Activating and deactivating the cruise as-
sist
Activation of the cruise assist will be con-
firmed by the number of beeps when the
“SET” switch, up switch, or down switch is
pushed, and by the digital speedometer dis-
play of the multifunction information center.
(See page 39 for information on the multifunc-
tion information center.)
TIP:
The beeps and the blinking digital speedome-
ter display also indicate the activation of the
no-wake mode. (See page 35 for information
on the no-wake mode.)
To activate the cruise assist:
(1) Operate the throttle lever until the desired
engine speed is reached.
(2) When the engine speed reaches the de-
sired cruise assist setting, push the “SET”
switch. Once the beeper sounds three
times quickly and the digital speedometer
display starts blinking, the cruise assist is
activated. When the cruise assist is acti-
vated, slowly squeeze the throttle lever to
keep it squeezed further than the positionat which the cruise assist was set; releas-
ing the throttle lever will deactivate the
cruise assist.
TIP:
The digital speedometer display blinks contin-
ually while the cruise assist is activated. Make
sure that the beeper has sounded and the dig-
ital speedometer display is blinking before
squeezing the throttle lever to the full throttle
position. If the speedometer display is not
blinking, the cruise assist is not activated and
Number
of beepsCruise assist opera-
tionDigital
speedome-
ter display
ActivatedStarts
blinking
DeactivatedStops
blinking
Set engine speed in-
creases or decreasesContinues
blinking
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EJU34906
Multifunction information
center
The multifunction information center displays
various watercraft information.
Multifunction information center initial op-
eration
When the multifunction information center is
activated, the analog speedometer/tachome-
ter makes one sweep, all of the display seg-
ments and indicator lights come on. After 2
seconds, the “WARNING” indicator light and
the warning indicators in the information dis-
play go off, and then the center starts to oper-
ate normally.
TIP:
The “UNLOCK” indicator light will go off when
the engine is started.
Multifunction information center standby
state
If the multifunction information center does
not receive any operation input within 25 sec-
onds after the engine stops, the center will
turn off and enter a standby state. When the
engine is started again, the displays return to
their state before the center turned off, and
then the center starts to operate normally.
EJU36794Analog speedometer/tachometer
The analog speedometer/tachometer has
both a speedometer function and a tachome-
ter function. By switching the meter, it can be
used as either a speedometer or a tachome-
ter.
TIP:
The analog speedometer is selected at the
Yamaha factory.
Analog speedometer
The analog speedometer shows the water-
craft speed against water.
The small outer numbers on the meter show
the watercraft speed in kilometers per hour
“km/h” and the large inner numbers show the
speed in miles per hour “mph”.
The “SPEED” indicator light comes on when
the analog speedometer is selected.
To switch to the speedometer from the ta-
chometer:
Push the “Speed/RPM” button for at least 1
second after the multifunction information
center is activated. When the meter switches
to the analog speedometer function, the
“SPEED” indicator light comes on if “km/h” are
selected as the display units. The “SPEED”
indicator light blinks three times, then comes
on, if “mph” are selected as the display units.
1“Volt/Hour” button
2“Speed/RPM” button
3Information display
4Analog speedometer/tachometer
3421
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After the fuel tank is refilled, the warning sig-
nals will be cleared when the engine is restart-
ed.
TIP:
Push any button on the multifunction informa-
tion center to stop the buzzer.
EJU35126Oil pressure warning
If the oil pressure drops significantly, the
“WARNING” indicator light and the oil pres-
sure warning indicator blink, and the buzzer
sounds intermittently. At the same time, the
engine speed is limited.
If the oil pressure warning is activated, imme-
diately reduce the engine speed, return to
shore, and then check the engine oil level.
(See page 54 for information on checking the
engine oil level.) If the oil level is sufficient,
have a Yamaha dealer check the watercraft.
TIP:
Push any button on the multifunction informa-
tion center to stop the buzzer.
EJU37601Engine overheat warning
If the engine temperature rises significantly,
the “WARNING” indicator light and the engine
overheat warning indicator blink, and the
buzzer sounds intermittently. Then, the
“WARNING” indicator light and the engine
overheat warning indicator stop blinking and
remain on, and the buzzer sounds continu-
ously. After the light and indicator start to blinkand the buzzer sounds, the engine speed is
limited.
If the engine overheat warning is activated,
immediately reduce the engine speed, return
to shore, and then make sure that water is be-
ing discharged from the port (left) cooling wa-
ter pilot outlet while the engine is running. If
there is no discharge of water, stop the en-
gine, and then check the jet intake for clog-
ging. (See page 96 for information on the jet
intake.) NOTICE: If you cannot locate and
correct the cause of the overheating, con-
sult a Yamaha dealer. Continuing to oper-
ate at higher speeds could result in severe
engine damage.
[ECJ00041]
TIP:
Push any button on the multifunction informa-
tion center to stop the buzzer.
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maining moisture in the engine compart-
ment with a dry cloth.
(4) Securely install the stern drain plugs by
tightening them until they stop. NOTICE:
Before installing the stern drain plugs,
clean the drain plug threads to remove
any foreign materials, such as dirt or
sand. Otherwise, the stern drain plugs
could be damaged, allowing water to
enter the engine compartment. Make
sure that the stern drain plugs are
tightened securely before launching
the watercraft. Otherwise, water may
flood the engine compartment and
cause the watercraft to submerge.
[ECJ00361]
EJU40042
Draining the bilge water on water
A small quantity of bilge water will remain in
the engine compartment even after the bilge
water is drained on water. To completely drain
the bilge water, remove the watercraft from
the water and drain the bilge water on land.
Jet vacuum bilge draining system
While the watercraft is operating, bilge water
that collects in the engine compartment is
drawn in by the vacuum that is generated in
the jet pump and discharged from the water-
craft through the jet thrust nozzle.
To drain the bilge water on water:
Operate the watercraft as straight as possible
and above planing speed for at least 2 min-
utes. NOTICE: Do not run the engine at full
throttle for at least 1 minute after the en-
gine has been restarted. Bilge water in the
engine compartment can splash into theengine, which can result in severe dam-
age.
[ECJ00553]
Electric bilge draining system
Bilge water that collects in the engine com-
partment is drawn in by the operation of the
electric bilge pump and discharged from the
watercraft through the electric bilge pilot out-
let.
To check for proper operation of the electric
bilge draining system, make sure that bilge
water is being discharged from the electric
bilge pilot outlet.
To drain the bilge water:
Start the engine to operate the electric bilge
pump.
TIP:
The electric bilge pump continues to operate
for a short time after the engine stops.
1Electric bilge pilot outlet
1
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Pre-operation checks
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EJU31981
WARNING
EWJ00411
Failure to inspect or maintain the watercraft properly increases the possibility of an ac-
cident or damage to the watercraft. Do not operate the watercraft if you find any prob-
lem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have
the watercraft inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
EJU41232Pre-operation checklist
Before using this watercraft, be sure to perform the checks in the following checklist.
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
PRE-LAUNCH CHECKS
Engine compartmentVentilate the engine compartment.
Check inside the engine compartment for damage.61
Fuel systemCheck the fuel system for leakage.
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.61
Water separatorCheck the water separator for water. 61
Engine unitCheck the exterior of the engine unit for damage. 62
Engine oil levelCheck the engine oil level. 62
Bilge waterCheck the engine compartment for bilge water. 62
BatteryCheck the battery connections and electrolyte level. 62
Steering systemCheck the steering system for proper operation. 63
Adjustable tilt steering sys-
temCheck the adjustable tilt steering system for proper
operation and check that the handlebars are secure-
ly locked in place.63
Q.S.T.S.Check the Q.S.T.S. for proper operation and check
that the Q.S.T.S. selector is securely locked in place.64
Reverse systemCheck the reverse system for proper operation. 64
Throttle leverCheck the throttle lever for proper operation.
Check the throttle lever free play.65
Remote control transmitterCheck the remote control transmitter for proper op-
eration.65
Engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard)Check the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) for dam-
age.65
SwitchesCheck the start switch, engine stop switch, and en-
gine shut-off switch for proper operation.66
Storage compartmentsCheck the storage compartments for damage and
water.66
Fire extinguisher containerCheck the fire extinguisher container for damage. 66
Fire extinguisherCheck the condition of the fire extinguisher. 66
Safety equipmentCheck that safety equipment meeting the applicable
regulations is on board.67
Hull and deckCheck the hull and deck for damage. 67
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yard) may not pull free when the operator
falls off, allowing the watercraft to contin-
ue to run and cause an accident.
[EWJ01220]
EJU32674
Switch checks
NOTICE
ECJ01310
Do not run the engine over 4000 r/min on
land. Also, do not run the engine for more
than 15 seconds without supplying water,
otherwise the engine could overheat.
Check the start switch, the engine stop
switch, and the engine shut-off switch for
proper operation. (See pages 28 to 28 for in-
formation on operating each switch.)To check the operation of the switches:
(1) If the lock mode is selected for the
Yamaha Security System setting, select
the unlock mode. (See page 27 for
Yamaha Security System setting proce-
dures.)
(2) Push the start switch to make sure that
the engine starts.
(3) As soon as the engine starts running,
push the engine stop switch to make sure
that the engine stops immediately.
(4) Restart the engine, and then pull the en-
gine shut-off cord (lanyard) to remove the
clip from the engine shut-off switch to
make sure that the engine stops immedi-
ately.
EJU40101Storage compartment checks
Make sure that the storage compartments are
not damaged and that water has not collected
in the compartments. (See page 48 for infor-
mation on the storage compartments.)
EJU41071Fire extinguisher container checks
Make sure that the fire extinguisher container
is not damaged and is securely held in place.
(See page 51 for information on the fire extin-
guisher container.)
EJU32583Fire extinguisher check
Check that there is a full fire extinguisher on
board.
1Engine shut-off switch
2Clip
3Start switch
4Engine stop switch
5Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
23 1
5 4
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