2013 YAMAHA VX Owners Manual

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TIP:
The significant wave height is the mean
height of the highest one-third of the waves,
which approximately corresponds to the wave
height estimated by an experienced observer.
However, some waves will be double this
height.
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Important labels
Read the following labels before using this watercraft. If have any questions, consult a Yamaha
dealer.
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11034
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EJU35913Warning labels
If any of these labels are damaged or missing, contact a Yamaha dealer for replacements.
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VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser:
EJU36125Other labels
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The following label indicates the correct direction to upright a capsized watercraft.
VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser:
The following CE marking is located on the back of the remote control transmitter.
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Safety information
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The safe use and operation of this water-
craft is dependent upon the use of proper
riding techniques, as well as upon the
common sense, good judgment, and ex-
pertise of the operator. Before using this
watercraft, make sure that its use is per-
mitted under local laws, bylaws, and regu-
lations, and always operate the watercraft
in full conformity with any requirements
and limitations imposed. Every operator
should know the following requirements
before riding the watercraft.
●Before operating the watercraft, read this
owner’s/operator’s manual, the Riding
Practice Guide, the Riding Instruction card,
and all labels on the watercraft. These ma-
terials should give you an understanding of
the watercraft and its operation.
●Never allow anyone to operate this water-
craft until they too have read this own-
er’s/operator’s manual, the Riding Practice
Guide, the Riding Instruction card, and all
labels.
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Limitations on who may
operate the watercraft
●Yamaha recommends a minimum operator
age of 16 years old.
Adults must supervise use by minors.
Know your local operator age and training
requirements.
●This watercraft is designed to carry the op-
erator and up to 2 passengers. Never ex-
ceed the maximum load limit or allow more
than 3 persons (or 2 persons if a water-skier
is being pulled) to ride the watercraft at any
time.
●Do not operate the watercraft with any pas-
sengers on board until you have consider-
able practice and experience riding alone.
Operating the watercraft with passengers
requires more skill. Take the time to be-
come accustomed to the handling charac-
teristics of the watercraft before trying any
difficult maneuvers.Maximum load:
240 kg (530 lb)
Load is the total weight of cargo, oper-
ator, and passengers.
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