2015 YAMAHA V1 stop start

Operation and handling requirements
44
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 and the
O-rings on the plugs 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. Check the
O-rings on the stern drain plugs and
make sure that the plugs are tightened
securely before launching the water-
craft. Otherwise, water may flood the
engine compartment and cause the
watercraft to submerge.
[ECJ00363]
EJU40535
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 theengine, which can result in severe dam-
age.
[ECJ00554]
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EJU31982
WARNING
EWJ00412
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.
EJU41234Pre-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.49
Fuel systemCheck the fuel system for leakage.
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.49
Water separatorCheck the water separator for water. 49
Engine unitCheck the exterior of the engine unit for damage. 49
Engine oil levelCheck the engine oil level. 49
Bilge waterCheck the engine compartment for bilge water. 50
BatteryCheck the battery connections and electrolyte level. 50
Steering systemCheck the steering system for proper operation. 50
Reverse system (V1 Sport)Check the reverse system for proper operation. 51
Throttle leverCheck the throttle lever for proper operation.
Check the throttle lever free play.52
Engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard)Check the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) for dam-
age.52
SwitchesCheck the start switch, engine stop switch, and en-
gine shut-off switch for proper operation.53
Storage compartmentsCheck the storage compartments for damage and
water.53
Fire extinguisher holder,
cover, and bandCheck the fire extinguisher holder, cover, and band
for damage.53
Fire extinguisherCheck the condition of the fire extinguisher. 53
Safety equipmentCheck that safety equipment meeting the applica-
ble regulations is on board.54
Hull and deckCheck the hull and deck for damage. 54
Jet intakeCheck the jet intake for damage and clogging. 54
Stern drain plugsCheck the stern drain plugs for damage and foreign
material and check that they are securely installed.54
HoodCheck that the hood is securely closed. 54
SeatCheck that the seat is securely installed. 34
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falls off, allowing the watercraft to contin-
ue to run and cause an accident.
[EWJ01221]
EJU40692
Switch checks
NOTICE
ECJ01311
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 25 to 25 for in-
formation on operating each switch.)
To check the operation of the switches:
(1) Push the start switch to make sure that
the engine starts.(2) As soon as the engine starts running,
push the engine stop switch to make
sure that the engine stops immediately.
(3) 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 im-
mediately.
EJU40102Storage compartment checks
Make sure that the storage compartments
are not damaged and that water has not col-
lected in the compartments. (See page 36 for
information on the storage compartments.)
EJU41082Fire extinguisher holder, cover, and band
checks
Make sure that the fire extinguisher holder,
cover, and band are not damaged and that
the cover is securely held in place using the
band. (See page 38 for information on the fire
extinguisher holder, cover, and band.)
EJU32544Fire extinguisher check
Check that there is a full fire extinguisher on
board.
To check the fire extinguisher, see the in-
structions supplied by the fire extinguisher
manufacturer. Always keep the fire extin-
guisher secured in the holder with its cover in
place.
Always carry a fire extinguisher on board. A
fire extinguisher is not standard equipment
1Engine shut-off switch
2Clip
3Start switch
4Engine stop switch
5Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
123
4
5
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craft to continue to run and cause an
accident.
[EWJ00582]
(3) With the throttle lever released, push the
start switch (green button) to start the
engine. (See page 25 for information on
operating the start switch.)
EJU32863Stopping the engine
Release the throttle lever, and then push the
engine stop switch (red button) to stop the
engine. WARNING! You need throttle to
steer. Shutting the engine off can cause
you to hit an obstacle you are attemptingto avoid. A collision could result in severe
injury or death.
[EWJ00602]
EJU32873
Leaving the watercraft
If leaving the watercraft, remove the clip from
the engine shut-off switch to prevent acci-
dental starting or unauthorized operation by
children or others.
EJU41573Operating the watercraft
V1:
When the engine is running, the watercraft
will move forward at trolling speed even if the
1Clip
2Engine shut-off switch
3Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
12
3
STARTSTOP
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which can result in severe damage.
[ECJ00542]
(3) Start the engine and operate the water-
craft at planing speed to drain the bilge
water from the engine compartment.
(See page 43 for information on draining
the bilge water. If the engine does not
start, see “Towing the watercraft” on
page 85 or “Submerged watercraft” on
page 85.) NOTICE: Do not run the en-
gine at full throttle for at least 1 minute
after the engine has been restarted.
Bilge water in the engine compart-
ment can splash into the engine,
which can result in severe damage.
[ECJ00554]
EJU35963
Beaching and docking the watercraft
To beach the watercraft:
(1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim-
mers, or obstacles near the beach.(2) Release the throttle lever to reduce
speed about 100 m (330 ft) before you
reach the intended beaching area.
(3) Slowly approach the beach and stop the
engine just before reaching land.
WARNING! You need throttle to steer.
Shutting the engine off can cause you
to hit an obstacle you are attempting
to avoid. A collision could result in se-
vere injury or death.
[EWJ00602] NOTICE:
Never run the engine in water that is
less than 60 cm (2 ft) deep from the
bottom of the watercraft, otherwise
pebbles or sand could be sucked into
the jet intake, causing impeller dam-
age and engine overheating.
[ECJ00473]
( 4 ) G e t o f f t h e w a t e r c r a f t a n d p u l l i t u p o n t h e
beach.
To dock the watercraft:
(1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim-
mers, or obstacles near the dock.
(2) Release the throttle lever to reduce
speed about 100 m (330 ft) away from
the dock.
(3) Slowly approach the dock and stop the
engine just before coming alongside it.
WARNING! You need throttle to steer.
Shutting the engine off can cause you
to hit an obstacle you are attempting
to avoid. A collision could result in se-
vere injury or death.
[EWJ00602]
(4) Come alongside the dock and get off the
watercraft.
EJU37194Operating in weeded areas
Always avoid using your watercraft in areas
where weed growth is thick. If operating in
weeded areas is unavoidable, alternately
squeeze the throttle lever and relax your grip
on the throttle lever to vary the engine speed.
Weeds tend to become clogged more when
operating at a steady speed and at trolling
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speed. If weeds may have clogged the intake
area, clean the jet intake. (See page 82 for in-
formation on the jet intake.)
EJU40242After removing the watercraft from
the water
NOTICE
ECJ01311
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.
After operating and removing the watercraft
from the water, promptly discharge the re-
maining water from the cooling water pas-
sages.
To discharge water from the cooling water
passages:
(1) Make sure that the area around the wa-
tercraft is clear, and then start the en-
gine.
(2) Discharge the remaining water out of the
cooling water passages by alternately
squeezing and releasing the throttle lever
quickly for 10 to 15 seconds.
(3) Stop the engine.
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V1 Sport:
Shift cable (reverse gate end)
EJU41671Rustproofing
Rustproofing the hull, deck, and engine
Spray metallic parts of the hull, deck, and en-
gine with a rust inhibitor.
Rustproofing the internal engine compo-
nents
Rustproof the internal engine components
with a rust inhibitor.
To rustproof the internal engine components:
(1) Remove the seat. (See page 34 for seat
removal and installation procedures.)
(2) Loosen the clamp screw and disconnect
the air intake duct.
(3) Spray a rust inhibitor into the intake
opening for 3 seconds. WARNING! Do
not spray flammable rust inhibitor
products on engine surfaces while theengine is hot. The sprayed substance
or propellants could catch fire.
[EWJ00262]
(4) Connect the air intake duct and securely
tighten the clamp screw.
(5) Make sure that the area around the wa-
tercraft is clear, and then start the engine
in a well-ventilated area and let it run at
idle for 15 seconds. (See page 25 for in-
formation on starting the engine.)
(6) Stop the engine.
(7) Securely install the seat in its original po-
sition.
1Air intake duct
2Clamp screw
21
1Intake opening
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Index
A
After removing the watercraft from the
water ..................................................... 68
B
Battery care.............................................. 70
Battery checks ......................................... 50
Battery, jumping ....................................... 83
Beaching and docking the watercraft ...... 67
Beverage holder ....................................... 38
Bilge water check..................................... 50
Bilge water, draining ................................ 43
Bilge water, draining on land ................... 43
Bilge water, draining on water ................. 44
Boarding alone ......................................... 62
Boarding and starting off from a dock ..... 66
Boarding the watercraft ........................... 62
Boarding with passenger(s) ..................... 63
Bow eye ................................................... 35
Bow storage compartment ...................... 36
Builder’s plate ............................................ 2
C
Capsized watercraft ................................. 66
Check engine warning ............................. 33
Cleaning ................................................... 73
Cleaning the watercraft ............................ 70
Cleat ......................................................... 36
Cooling water pilot outlet ......................... 27
Cooling water pilot outlet check .............. 55
Craft Identification Number (CIN)............... 1
Cruising limitations................................... 11
E
Emergency procedures ............................ 82
Engine break-in ........................................ 46
Engine compartment check ..................... 49
Engine idling speed check ....................... 55
Engine oil ................................................. 42
Engine oil and oil filter .............................. 77
Engine oil level check............................... 49
Engine oil requirements ........................... 42
Engine overheat warning ......................... 32
Engine serial number ................................. 1
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check ....... 52
Engine shut-off switch ............................. 25
Engine stop switch................................... 25
Engine unit check..................................... 49Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ............ 19
Equipment ................................................ 34
F
Fire extinguisher check ............................ 53
Fire extinguisher holder and cover........... 38
Fire extinguisher holder, cover, and
band checks ......................................... 53
Flushing the cooling water passages....... 69
Fuel .......................................................... 40
Fuel level check........................................ 49
Fuel level meter ........................................ 31
Fuel level warning..................................... 31
Fuel requirements .................................... 40
Fuel system checks ................................. 49
Fuses, replacing ....................................... 83
G
Getting to know your watercraft .............. 56
Glossary, watercraft ................................. 20
Glove compartment ................................. 37
H
Handgrip .................................................. 34
Hazard information................................... 15
Hood check .............................................. 54
Hour meter/voltmeter ............................... 30
Hull and deck check ................................ 54
I
Identification numbers ............................... 1
Information display................................... 29
J
Jet intake and impeller, cleaning.............. 82
Jet intake checks ..................................... 54
Jumper cables, connecting ...................... 83
L
Labels, important ....................................... 4
Labels, other .............................................. 8
Labels, warning .......................................... 5
Launching the watercraft ......................... 57
Learning to operate your watercraft......... 56
Leaving the watercraft.............................. 58
Limitations on who may operate the
watercraft .............................................. 10
Long-term storage ................................... 73
Lubrication ............................................... 73
M
Main components, location of ................. 21
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