2013 YAMAHA FZR ECU

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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]
EJU40043
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
in the engine compartment is drawn in by the
vacuum that is generated in the jet pump and
discharged from the watercraft 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 the engine, which can result in severe dam-
age.
[ECJ00553]
Electric bilge draining system
Bilge water in the engine compartment is
drawn in by the operation of the electric bilge
pump and discharged from the watercraft.
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.
1
Electric bilge pilot outlet
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EJU33464
Transporting on a trailer
When transporting the watercraft on a trailer,
secure the tie downs to the trailer through the
bow eye and stern eyes. NOTICE: Do not at-
tach ropes or tie downs to any part of the
watercraft other than the bow eye and
stern eyes to secure the watercraft to the
trailer. Otherwise, the watercraft may be
damaged. Wrap the ropes or tie downs
with towels or rags where they touch the
body of the watercraft to avoid scratches
or damage. Do not transport the watercraft
with the shift lever in the reverse position.
Otherwise, the reverse gate may hit an ob-
stacle, which could cause damage.
[ECJ00644]
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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 ROUTINEPAGE
PRE-LAUNCH CHECKS
Engine compartment Ventilate the engine compartment.
Check inside the engine compartment for damage.
56
Fuel system Check the fuel system for leakage.
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
56
Water separator Check the water separator for water. 56
Engine unit Check the exterior of the engine unit for damage. 57
Engine oil level Check the engine oil level. 57
Bilge water Check the engine compartment for bilge water. 57
Battery Check the battery connections and electrolyte level. 57
Steering system Check the steering system for proper operation. 58
Telescopic steering system Check the telescopic steering system for proper op-
eration and check that the handlebars are securely
locked in place. 58
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.
59
Reverse system Check the reverse system for proper operation. 59
Throttle lever Check the throttle lever for proper operation.
Check the throttle lever free play.
60
Remote control transmitter Check the remote control transmitter for proper op-
eration.
60
Engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard) Check the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) for dam-
age.
61
Switches Check the start switch, engine stop switch, and en-
gine shut-off switch for proper operation.
61
Storage compartments Check the storage compartments for damage and
water.
61
Fire extinguisher holder,
cover, and band Check the fire extinguisher holder, cover, and band
for damage.
62
Fire extinguisher Check the condition of the fire extinguisher. 62
Safety equipment Check that safety equipment meeting the applicable
regulations is on board.
62
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TIP:
To ensure safety and reliability, pre-operation checks should be made each time the watercraft
is used.
Hull and deck Check the hull and deck for damage. 62
Jet intake Check the jet intake for damage and clogging. 62
Stern drain plugs Check the stern drain plugs for damage and foreign
material and check that they are securely installed.
62
Hood Check that the hood is securely closed. 63
Front and rear seats Check that the seats are securely installed. 40
POST-LAUNCH CHECKS
Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water is discharged from the port (left)
cooling water pilot outlet while the engine is running.
63
Dual analog meter unit Check the dual analog meter unit for proper opera-
tion.
63
Engine idling speed Check the engine idling speed. 63
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
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EJU32281
Pre-operation check points EJU41311Pre-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 seats and watertight storagecompartment. (See page 40 for seat re-
moval and installation procedures and
page 45 for information on the watertight
storage compartment.)
(2) Perform the checks and make sure that there are no malfunctioning items or oth-
er problems.
(3) After completing these checks, securely install the watertight storage compart-
ment and seats in their original positions.
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.
EJU34214Fuel 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:
●Fuel filler cap and seal for damage
●Fuel tank for damage and leakage
●Fuel hoses and joints for damage and leak-
age
●Fuel tank breather hose for damage and
leakage
EJU36874Fuel level check
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
Add fuel if necessary. (See page 47 for infor-
mation on filling the fuel tank.)
EJU32423Water separator check
Make sure that no water has collected in the
water separator. If water has collected in the
water separator, drain it. (See page 30 for in-
formation on draining the water separator.)
1Water separator
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EJU40181Engine unit check
Check the exterior of the engine unit for dam-
age or other problem.
EJU36885Engine oil level check
Make sure that the engine oil level is between
the minimum and maximum level marks on
the dipstick. (See page 49 for information on
checking the engine oil level.)
EJU32455Bilge water check
Make sure that no bilge water has collected in
the engine compartment. If bilge water has
collected in the engine compartment, drain it.
(See page 50 for information on draining the
bilge water.)
EJU32484Battery checks
Make sure that the battery terminals and
breather hose are not damaged and that thebattery leads and breather hose are connect-
ed properly.
WARNING! Fire or explosion
could result if the breather hose is dam-
aged, obstructed, or not connected prop-
erly.
[EWJ00451]
Make sure that the electrolyte level is be-
tween the minimum and maximum level
marks. WARNING! Never operate the wa-
tercraft if the battery does not have suffi-
cient power to start the engine or if it
shows any other signs of decreased pow-
er. Loss of battery power may leave you
stranded.
[EWJ01240]
Make sure that the battery is securely held in
place.
1 Dipstick
1 Maximum level mark
2 Minimum level mark
1
2
1
1Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead
2 Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead
3 Breather hose
1 Maximum level mark
2 Minimum level mark
12
3
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EJU32613Steering system checks
Turn the handlebars to the right and left sev-
eral times to make sure that operation is
smooth and unrestricted throughout the
whole range, and that the free play is not ex-
cessive.
Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the
right and left to make sure that the jet thrust
nozzle moves as the handlebars are turned,
and that there is no difference between theright and left fully turned positions of the jet
thrust nozzle.
EJU41320Telescopic steering system checks
Operate the telescopic steering system sev-
eral times to make sure that operation is
smooth throughout the whole range. Also,
make sure that the handlebars are securely
Difference between fully turned positions
of jet thrust nozzle (distances A and B):
Maximum 5 mm (0.20 in)
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gate moves up and down according to the op-
eration of the shift lever and that the gate
makes contact with the stoppers. (See page
31 for reverse system operation.)
EJU41431Throttle lever checks
Operate the throttle lever several times to
make sure that operation is smooth through-
out the whole range. Also, make sure that the
throttle lever returns automatically to its fully
closed (idle) position when released.Face the handlebars straight ahead with the
handlebars in the lowest position and the
throttle lever in the fully closed (idle) position,
and then make sure that there is the proper
amount of throttle lever free play when the
throttle lever is in the fully closed (idle) posi-
tion. (See page 29 for telescopic steering sys-
tem operation procedures.)
EJU40112Remote control transmitter check
Make sure that the remote control transmitter
operates properly. (See page 26 for Yamaha
Security System setting procedures and page
33 for Low RPM Mode activation procedures.)
1
Stopper
1
1Lowest position with handlebars facing
straight ahead
1 Throttle lever free play
Throttle lever free play:
2.0–5.0 mm (0.08–0.20 in)
1
1
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