2021 YAMAHA SUPERJET L mode

Instrument operation
25
same time, the maximum engine speed is
limited.
If the oil pressure warning is activated, imme-
diately reduce the engine speed, return to
shore, and then check the engine oil level.
(See page 33 for information on checking the
engine oil level.) If the oil level is sufficient,
have a Yamaha dealer check the watercraft.
EJU45660Engine overheat warning
If the engine temperature rises significantly,
the “WARNING” indicator light comes on.
While the engine overheat warning is activat-
ed, the maximum engine speed is limited.
If the engine overheat warning is activated,
immediately reduce the engine speed, return
to shore, and then make sure that water is
being discharged from the cooling water pilot
outlet while the engine is running. If there is
no discharge of water, stop the engine, and
then check the jet intake for clogging. (See
page 72 for information on the jet intake.)NOTICE:
If you cannot locate and correct
the cause of the overheating, consult a
Yamaha dealer. Continuing to operate at higher speeds could result in severe en-
gine damage.
[ECJ00042]
EJU45681
Check engine warning
If a sensor malfunction or a short circuit is de-
tected, the “WARNING” indicator light blinks
once for several seconds.
If the check engine warning is activated, im-
mediately reduce the engine speed, return to
shore, and have a Yamaha dealer check the
engine.
EJU45690Communication disconnecting warning
If communication disconnecting is detected,
the “WARNING” indicator light and “L-
MODE” indicator light blink.
If the communication disconnecting warning
is activated, have the watercraft serviced by
a Yamaha dealer as soon as possible.
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Pre-operation checks
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EJU31984
EWJ00413
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.
EJU41236Pre-operation checklist
Before using this watercraft, be sure to perform the checks in the following checklist.
ITEMROUTINEPAGE
PRE-LAUNCH CHECKS
Engine compartment Ventilate the engine compartment.
Check inside the engine compartment for damage.
41
Fuel system Check the fuel system for leakage.
Check the fuel level on the meter.
41
Water separator Check the water separator for water. 41
Engine unit Check the exterior of the engine unit for damage. 41
Engine oil level Check the engine oil level. 42
Bilge water Check the engine compartment for bilge water. 42
Battery Check the battery connections. 42
Steering system Check the steering system for proper operation. 42
Throttle lever Check the throttle lever for proper operation.
Check the throttle lever free play.
43
Engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard) Check the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) for dam-
age.
44
Switches Check the start switch, engine stop/“L-MODE”
switch, and engine shut-off switch for proper opera-
tion. 44
Storage pouch Check the storage pouch for damage and water.
Check that the storage pouch is securely installed.
44
Fire extinguisher holder,
cover, and band Check the fire extinguisher holder, cover, and band
for damage.
45
Fire extinguisher Check the condition of the fire extinguisher. 45
Safety equipment Check that safety equipment meeting the applica-
ble regulations is on board.
45
Hull and deck Check the hull and deck for damage. 45
Jet intake Check the jet intake for damage and clogging. 45
Stern drain plugs Check the stern drain plugs for damage and foreign
material and check that they are securely installed.
45
Hood Check that the hood is securely closed. 46
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Pre-operation checks
44
Make sure that there is the proper amount of
throttle lever free play when the throttle lever
is in the fully closed (idle) position.
EJU32666Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check
Make sure that the engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard) is not damaged. If the cord is damaged,
replace it. WARNING! Never try to repair
the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) or tie it
together. The engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard) may not pull free when the operator
falls off, allowing the watercraft to contin-
ue to run and cause an accident.
[EWJ01222] EJU45610
Switch checksECJ01361
Do not run the engine for more than 15
seconds on land without supplying water,
otherwise the engine could overheat.
Check the start switch, the engine stop/“L-
MODE” switch, and the engine shut-off
switch for proper operation. (See pages 20 to
20 for information 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/“L-MODE” switch
to make sure that the engine stops im-
mediately.
(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.
EJU41211Storage pouch checks
Make sure that the storage pouch is not dam-
aged and that water has not collected in the
1Throttle lever free play
Throttle lever free play:
3.0–6.0 mm (0.12–0.24 in)
1
1Start switch
2 Engine shut-off switch
3 Clip
4 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
5 Engine stop/“L-MODE” switch
3
1
5 4
2
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Operation
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that the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
is attached correctly. If the engine
shut-off cord (lanyard) is not attached
correctly, it may not pull free when the
operator falls off, allowing the water-
craft to continue to run and cause an
accident.
[EWJ00583]
(3) With the throttle lever released, push thestart switch (green button) to start the
engine. (See page 20 for information on
operating the start switch.)
EJU45710Stopping the engine
Release the throttle lever, and then push the
engine stop/“L-MODE” 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 attempting to avoid. A collision could re-
sult in severe injury or death.
[EWJ00602]
EJU32874
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.
EJU41173Operating the watercraft
When the engine is running, the watercraft
will move forward at trolling speed even if the
1 Clip
2 Engine shut-off switch
3 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
3
1
2
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Trouble recovery
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Engine runs irregu-
larly or stallsFuel Fuel tank empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible31
Stale or contaminat-
ed Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by Yamaha dealer—
Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by Yamaha dealer—
Incorrect heat range Have serviced by Yamaha dealer —
Gap incorrect Have serviced by Yamaha dealer —
Electrical wir-
ing Loose connection Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer —
Fuel injec-
tion system Faulty or clogged in-
jectors Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Warning light or in-
dicator blinks or
comes on Fuel level
warning
Fuel tank empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible 31
Oil pressure
warning Oil pressure dropped Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer 24
Engine over-
heat warning Jet intake clogged Clean
72
Check en-
gine warning Faulty sensors Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer 25
Watercraft slow or
loses power Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 72
Impeller damaged or
worn Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
72
Engine over-
heat warning Engine speed reduc-
tion control activated Clean jet intake and
cool engine
25
Oil pressure
warning Engine speed reduc-
tion control activated Add oil
24
Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by Yamaha dealer—
Incorrect heat range Have serviced by Yamaha dealer —
Gap incorrect Have serviced by Yamaha dealer —
Electrical wir-
ing Loose connection Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer —
Fuel Stale or contaminat- ed Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer
—
Throttle lever Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer—
L-MODE L-MODE is activat- ing. Deactivate the L-
MODE.
23
T
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OUBLE
POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDYPAGE
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Index
A
After removing the watercraft from the water ..................................................... 56
B
Battery care.............................................. 58
Battery checks ......................................... 42
Battery, jumping....................................... 73
Beaching the watercraft ........................... 55
Bilge water check..................................... 42
Bilge water, draining ................................ 35
Bilge water, draining on land ................... 35
Bilge water, draining on water ................. 35
Boarding and starting in deep water........ 54
Boarding and starting in shallow water.... 53
Bow eye ................................................... 28
C
Capsized watercraft ................................. 54
Check engine warning ............................. 25
Cleaning ................................................... 60
Cleaning the watercraft ............................ 58
Communication disconnecting warning ................................................. 25
Cooling water pilot outlet ......................... 22
Cooling water pilot outlet check .............. 46
Craft Identification Number (CIN)............... 1
Cruising limitations..................................... 9
E
Emergency procedures ............................ 72
Engine break-in ........................................ 38
Engine compartment check ..................... 41
Engine oil ................................................. 33
Engine oil and oil filter .............................. 68
Engine oil level check............................... 42
Engine oil requirements ........................... 33
Engine overheat warning ......................... 25
Engine serial number ................................. 1
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check ....... 44
Engine shut-off switch ............................. 20
Engine stop/“L-MODE” switch ................ 20
Engine unit check..................................... 41
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly............ 15
Equipment ................................................ 26
F
Fire extinguisher check ............................ 45
Fire extinguisher holder............................ 29 Fire extinguisher holder, cover, and
band checks ......................................... 45
Flushing the cooling water passages....... 57
Fuel .......................................................... 31
Fuel level check........................................ 41
Fuel level meter ........................................ 24
Fuel level warning..................................... 24
Fuel requirements .................................... 31
Fuel system checks ................................. 41
G
Getting to know your watercraft .............. 47
Glossary, watercraft ................................. 16
H
Handlebar position, adjusting .................. 65
Hazard information................................... 13
Hood ........................................................ 26
Hood check .............................................. 46
Hull and deck check ................................ 45
I
Identification numbers ............................... 1
Indicator lights.......................................... 24
J
Jet intake and impeller, cleaning.............. 72
Jet intake checks ..................................... 45
Jet thrust nozzle angle, adjusting ............ 64
Jumper cables, connecting ...................... 73
L
Labels, important ....................................... 3
Labels, other .............................................. 7
Labels, warning .......................................... 4
Launching the watercraft ......................... 48
Learning to operate your watercraft......... 47
Leaving the watercraft.............................. 49
Limitations on who may operate the watercraft ................................................ 8
L-MODE ................................................... 23
Long-term storage ................................... 60
Lubrication ............................................... 60
M
Main components, location of ................. 17
Maintenance............................................. 63
Manufactured date label ............................ 2
Meter ........................................................ 24
Meter check ............................................. 46
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Index
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O
Oil pressure warning ................................ 24
Operating in weeded areas ...................... 55
Operating positions.................................. 47
Operating the watercraft .......................... 49
Operating your watercraft ........................ 47
Operation requirements ........................... 10
P
Periodic maintenance chart ..................... 66
Post-launch checks ................................. 46
Post-operation care ................................. 57
Pre-launch checks ................................... 41
Pre-operation check points ..................... 41
Pre-operation checklist ............................ 39
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ...... 1
R
Reboarding holder ................................... 28
Recommended equipment ...................... 12
Rustproofing ............................................ 61
S
Safe boating rules .................................... 14
Safety equipment check .......................... 45
Start switch .............................................. 20
Starting off ............................................... 52
Starting the engine on water .................... 48
Steering friction, adjusting ....................... 63
Steering pole ............................................ 22
Steering pole check ................................. 43
Steering system ....................................... 21
Steering system checks ........................... 42
Stern drain plug checks ........................... 45
Stern eyes ................................................ 28
Stopping the engine ................................. 49
Stopping the watercraft ........................... 51
Storage pouch ......................................... 28
Storage pouch checks ............................. 44
Submerged watercraft ............................. 74
Switch checks .......................................... 44
T
Throttle lever ............................................ 21
Throttle lever checks ................................ 43
Towing the watercraft .............................. 73
Transporting on a trailer ........................... 36
Troubleshooting ....................................... 70
Troubleshooting chart .............................. 70Turning the watercraft .............................. 50
W
Water separator ....................................... 22
Water separator check ............................. 41
Watercraft characteristics ........................ 13
Watercraft control functions..................... 20
Watercraft operation modes .................... 23
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