Table of contents
After removing the watercraft from
the water ...................................... 48
Care and storage ............................. 49
Post-operation care ...................... 49
Flushing the cooling water
passages ...................................... 49
Cleaning the watercraft ................... 50
Battery care ..................................... 50
Long-term storage ........................ 53
Cleaning .......................................... 53
Lubrication ....................................... 53
Rustproofing .................................... 54
Maintenance..................................... 55
Maintenance ................................. 55
Tool kit ............................................. 55
Adjusting the steering friction .......... 55
Adjusting the jet thrust nozzle
angle ............................................ 56
Periodic maintenance chart ............. 58
Lubrication points ............................ 59
Checking the fuel filter ..................... 59
Checking the spark plugs ................ 59
Adjusting the choke cable ............... 60
Adjusting the carburetor .................. 61
Specifications .................................. 62
Specifications ................................ 62
Trouble recovery ............................. 63
Troubleshooting ........................... 63
Troubleshooting chart ...................... 63
Emergency procedures ................ 65
Cleaning the jet intake and
impeller ........................................ 65
Jumping the battery ......................... 66
Replacing the fuse ........................... 66
Towing the watercraft ...................... 67
Submerged watercraft ..................... 67
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EJU34561
Troubleshooting
If you have any trouble with your watercraft, use the troubleshooting chart to check for the pos-
sible cause.
If you cannot find the cause, consult a Yamaha dealer.
EJU34574Troubleshooting chart
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
Engine does not
start (Starter motor
does not turn over)Engine shut-
off switchClip not in place Install clip
18
Fuse Burned out Replace fuse and
check wiring66
Battery Run down Recharge 50
Poor terminal con-
nectionsTighten as required
50
Terminal corroded Clean or replace 50
Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Engine does not
start (Starter motor
turns over)Fuel cock Turned to “OFF”Turn fuel cock knob to
“ON”19
Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible27
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace 59
Spark plug
capNot connected or
looseConnect properly
59
Crankcase Filled with water Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer67
Fuel filter Clogged or water
pooledHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer59
Choke Knob moves back on
its ownTighten choke knob
adjusting nut60
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