2012 YAMAHA SUPERJET stop start

Table of contents
General and important labels ........... 1
Identification numbers .................... 1
Primary Identification (PRI-ID)
number ........................................... 1
Craft Identification Number (CIN) ...... 1
Engine serial number ........................ 1
Important labels .............................. 2
Warning labels ................................... 3
Other labels ....................................... 6
Safety information ............................. 7
Limitations on who may operate
the watercraft .............................. 7
Cruising limitations ......................... 8
Operation requirements ................. 9
Recommended equipment ........... 11
Hazard information ....................... 12
Watercraft characteristics ............. 12
Safe boating rules ........................ 13
Enjoy your watercraft
responsibly ................................ 14
Description....................................... 15
Watercraft glossary ...................... 15
Location of main components ...... 16
Control function operation ............. 18
Watercraft control functions ......... 18
Engine stop switch .......................... 18
Engine shut-off switch ..................... 18
Start switch ...................................... 18
Throttle lever ................................... 19
Steering system ............................... 19
Steering pole ................................... 19
Fuel cock knob ................................ 20
Choke knob ..................................... 20
Cooling water pilot outlet ................. 20
Water separator ............................... 21
Engine overheat warning system .... 21
Equipment operation ...................... 23
Equipment .................................... 23
Hood ................................................ 23Bow rope hole ................................. 24
Stern rope hole ................................ 24
Storage pouch ................................. 24
Fire extinguisher container .............. 25
Operation and handling
requirements ................................... 27
Fuel and engine oil
requirements ............................. 27
Fuel ................................................. 27
2-stroke engine oil ........................... 27
Mixing fuel and oil ............................ 27
Filling the fuel tank .......................... 28
Draining the bilge water ............... 29
Draining the bilge water on water .... 29
Transporting ................................. 30
First-time operation ........................ 31
Engine break-in ............................ 31
Pre-operation checks ..................... 32
Pre-operation checklist .................... 32
Pre-operation check points .......... 34
Pre-launch checks ........................... 34
Post-launch checks ......................... 38
Operation ......................................... 39
Operating your watercraft ............ 39
Getting to know your watercraft ....... 39
Learning to operate
your watercraft ............................. 39
Operating positions ......................... 39
Launching the watercraft ................. 40
Starting the engine on water ........... 40
Stopping the engine ........................ 42
Leaving the watercraft ..................... 42
Operating the watercraft .................. 42
Turning the watercraft ..................... 42
Stopping the watercraft ................... 44
Starting off ....................................... 44
Capsized watercraft ......................... 47
Beaching the watercraft ................... 48
Operating in weeded areas ............. 48
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Safety information
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certain kinds of accidents and that it could
injure you in others.
A helmet is designed to provide some head
protection. Although helmets cannot protect
against all foreseeable impacts, a helmet
might reduce your injuries in a collision with
a boat or other obstacle.
A helmet may have potential safety haz-
ards, as well. Falling into the water could
risk the chance of the helmet catching wa-
ter, commonly known as “bucketing”, and
the resulting strain on your neck could
cause choking, severe and permanent neck
injuries, or death. A helmet could also in-
crease the risk of an accident if it reduces
your vision or hearing, or if it distracts you or
increases your fatigue.
How should you decide if a helmet’s poten-
tial safety benefits outweigh its potential
risks for you? Consider your particular
riding conditions. Consider factors such as
your riding environment and your riding
style and ability. Also consider the likeli-
hood of traffic congestion, and the water
surface conditions.
If you decide to wear a helmet based upon
your riding circumstances, choose one
carefully. Look for a helmet designed for
personal watercraft use, if possible. If you
will be engaging in closed-course competi-
tion, follow the helmet requirements of the
sanctioning organization.

Never operate the watercraft after consum-
ing alcohol or taking other drugs.

For reasons of safety and proper care of the
watercraft, always perform the pre-opera-
tion checks listed on page 32 before operat-
ing the watercraft.

The operator should always keep both feet
or knees on the riding tray when the water-
craft is in motion. Lifting your feet increasesthe chances of losing your balance or hitting
objects outside the watercraft with your
feet.

Always consult your doctor on whether it is
safe for you to operate this watercraft if you
are pregnant or in poor health.

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 (lanyard) to
your left wrist and keep it free from the han-
dlebars so that the engine stops if you, the
operator, fall off. After riding, remove the
engine shut-off cord (lanyard) from the wa-
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
someone in the water.
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Description
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1Fire extinguisher container
2Fuel cock knob
3Choke knob
4Clip
5Start switch
6Throttle lever
7Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
8Engine stop switch
9Engine shut-off switch
10Fuel tank
11Battery
12Silencer
13Spark plug/Spark plug cap
14Water separator
15Muffler
16Fuel filter
17Flushing hose connector
18Electrical box
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Control function operation
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EJU31024
Watercraft control functions EJU31152Engine stop switch“”
The engine stop switch (red button) stops the
engine when the switch is pushed.
EJU31163Engine shut-off switch“”
The engine shut-off switch automatically
stops the engine when the clip, on the end of
the engine shut-off cord (lanyard), is removed
from the switch, such as if the operator falls off
the watercraft.
Insert the clip under the engine shut-off switch
before starting the engine.
When the engine is not running, remove the
clip from the engine shut-off switch to preventaccidental starting or unauthorized operation
by children or others.
EJU41050Start switch“”
NOTICE
ECJ01360
Do not run the engine for more than 15
seconds on land without supplying water,
otherwise the engine could overheat.
The start switch (green button) starts the en-
gine when the switch is pushed.
Release the start switch as soon as the en-
gine starts to run. If the engine does not start
in 5 seconds, release the start switch, wait 15
seconds, and then try again. NOTICE: Never
push the start switch while the engine is
running. Do not operate the start switch
for more than 5 seconds, otherwise the
battery will be discharged and the engine
1Engine stop switch
1Engine shut-off switch
2Clip
3Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
1
STOP
312
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Control function operation
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EJU31123Fuel cock knob
The fuel supply method can be switched by
operating the fuel cock knob.
Select the fuel cock knob position from the fol-
lowing three positions according to the cir-
cumstances of use.
OFF:
With the fuel cock knob in this position, fuel
does not flow to the carburetors. Always turn
the fuel cock knob to this position when the
engine is not running.
ON:
With the fuel cock knob in this position, fuel
flows to the carburetors. Turn the fuel cock
knob to this position when starting the engine
and operating the watercraft.
RES:
With the fuel cock knob in this position, the
fuel reserve is made available. Turn the fuel
cock knob to this position if you run out of fuelwhile operating the watercraft. When this oc-
curs, refuel as soon as possible and be sure
to turn the fuel cock knob back to “ON”.
EJU31202Choke knob“”
The choke knob can be operated to supply a
richer air-fuel mixture that is required to start a
cold engine.
To use the choke:
Pull the choke knob out.
Push the choke knob in to stop using the
choke after the engine starts.
EJU31223Cooling water pilot outlet
When the engine is running, some of the cool-
ing water that is circulated in the engine is dis-
charged from the cooling water pilot outlet.
There is a cooling water pilot outlet on the port
(left) side of the watercraft. To check for prop-
er operation of the cooling system, make sure
1Fuel cock knob
1Choke knob
1Cooling water pilot outlet
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Control function operation
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that water is being discharged from the cool-
ing water pilot outlet. If water is not being dis-
charged from the outlet, stop the engine and
check the jet intake for clogging. (See page
65 for information on the jet intake.)
TIP:

It will take about 20 seconds for the water to
reach the outlet after the engine is started.

Water discharge may not be constant when
the engine is running at idling speed. If this
occurs, apply a little throttle to make sure
that water discharges properly.
EJU40322Water separator
The water separator prevents water from en-
tering the fuel tank by collecting any water that
has entered the fuel tank breather hose if the
watercraft was capsized.If water has collected in the water separator,
drain it by loosening the drain screw.
To drain water from the water separator:
(1) Place a drain pan or dry cloth under the
water separator.
(2) Gradually loosen the drain screw to drain
the water. Catch the draining water in the
drain pan or soak it up with the dry cloth
so that it does not spill into the engine
compartment. If any water spills into the
watercraft, be sure to wipe it up with a dry
cloth.
(3) Securely tighten the drain screw until it
stops.
EJU31664Engine overheat warning system
If the engine temperature rises significantly,
the engine overheat warning system will acti-
vate and the engine speed will be limited to
about 3400 r/min to help prevent damage.
1Water separator
1Drain screw
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.34
Fuel systemCheck the fuel system for leakage.
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.34
Water separatorCheck the water separator for water. 35
Engine unitCheck the exterior of the engine unit for damage. 35
Bilge waterCheck the engine compartment for bilge water. 35
BatteryCheck the battery connections and electrolyte level. 35
Steering systemCheck the steering system for proper operation. 35
Throttle leverCheck the throttle lever for proper operation.
Check the throttle lever free play.36
Engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard)Check the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) for dam-
age.37
SwitchesCheck the start switch, engine stop switch, and en-
gine shut-off switch for proper operation.37
Storage pouchCheck the storage pouch for damage and water.
Check that the storage pouch is securely installed.37
Fire extinguisher containerCheck the fire extinguisher container for damage. 38
Fire extinguisherCheck the condition of the fire extinguisher. 38
Safety equipmentCheck that safety equipment meeting the applicable
regulations is on board.38
Hull and deckCheck the hull and deck for damage. 38
Jet intakeCheck the jet intake for damage and clogging. 38
HoodCheck that the hood is securely closed. 38
POST-LAUNCH CHECKS
Cooling water pilot outletCheck that water is discharged from the cooling wa-
ter pilot outlet while the engine is running.38
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Pre-operation checks
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EJU32281
Pre-operation check points EJU40685Pre-launch checks
Perform the pre-launch checks in the pre-op-
eration checklist while the watercraft is on
land.
To perform the pre-launch checks:
(1) Remove the hood. (See page 23 for hood
removal and installation procedures.)
(2) Perform the checks and make sure that
there are no malfunctioning items or oth-
er problems.
(3) After completing these checks, install the
hood in its original position.
EJU32333Engine compartment check
WARNING
EWJ00461
Failure to ventilate the engine compart-
ment could result in a fire or explosion. Do
not start the engine if there is a fuel leak.
Ventilate the engine compartment. Leave the
engine compartment open for a few minutes
to allow any fuel vapors to escape.
Make sure that there is no damage inside the
engine compartment.
EJU34207Fuel system checks
WARNING
EWJ00381
Leaking fuel can result in fire or explosion.

Check for fuel leakage regularly.

If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel sys-
tem must be repaired by a qualified me-
chanic. Improper repairs can make the
watercraft unsafe to operate.
Make sure that there is no damage, leakage,
or other problem in the fuel system.
Check:

Carburetor for leakage

Fuel filler cap and seal for damage

Fuel in fuel tank for water and dirt

Fuel tank for damage and leakage

Fuel hoses and joints for damage and leak-
age

Fuel filter for leakage

Fuel cock for leakage

Fuel tank breather hose for damage and
leakage
Releasing the pressure in the fuel tank
Release the pressure in the fuel tank before
each use.
To release the pressure in the fuel tank:
(1) Loosen the fuel filler cap slowly and re-
move it to release any pressure in the fuel
tank.
(2) Securely install the fuel filler cap by tight-
ening it until it stops.
EJU32364Fuel level check
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
1Fuel filler cap
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