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This function can be used only when the wa-
tercraft is in neutral.
Activating and deactivating the T.D.E.
The activation of the T.D.E. can be confirmed
by the T.D.E. indicator on the multifunction
information center.
To activate the T.D.E.:
(1) Shift into neutral.
(2) Push the upper side of the “T.D.E.”switch to move forward at a very low
speed or push the lower side of the
“T.D.E.” switch to move in reverse at a
very low speed.
TIP
While the T.D.E. is activated, the “N” (neutral)
shift indicator will be displayed and “0” will be
displayed on the speedometer.
To deactivate the T.D.E.:
Perform one of the following operations. The
T.D.E. indicator disappears and the T.D.E. is
deactivated.
Squeeze the throttle lever.
Squeeze the RiDE lever.
Push and hold the “CRUISE/NO WAKE”
switch.
While moving forward at a very low speed,
push the lower side of the “T.D.E.” switch.
While moving in reverse at a very low
speed, push the upper side of the “T.D.E.”
switch.
TIP
The T.D.E. is also deactivated when the en-
gine is stopped.
EJU45910No-wake mode
The no-wake mode is a function that main-
tains the engine speed at a fixed setting for
operating the watercraft at low speeds. While
the watercraft is operating in no-wake mode,
the engine speed can be adjusted to one en-
gine speed each above and below the initial
engine speed.
This function can be used only when the wa-
tercraft is in neutral, or when the watercraft is
shifted into forward and the engine is operat-
ing at idling speed.
TIP
If the no-wake mode is activated when the
watercraft is in neutral, the watercraft will au-
tomatically shift into forward and the water-
craft will start moving at a low speed.
1T.D.E. indicator
2 Forward operation at a very low speed
3 Reverse operation at a very low speed
1 “T.D.E.” switch
14.3V
MPH
RPM
T.D.E. FORWARD
T.D.E. REVERSE T.D.E. FORWARD
1
3
2
1
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EJU45941
Multifunction information center
The multifunction information center displays
various watercraft information.
The multifunction information center can turn
the various functions on or off or change set-
tings by using the d-pad of the touchpad
control.
In addition, the language and display units
shown can be changed. (See page 40 for in-
formation on changing the language and dis-
play units.) In the illustrations in this manual,
English is used for the language and US units
are used for the display units.
Turning on the multifunction information
center
When the engine start/stop switch is pushed,
the multifunction information center turns on.
After the logo display appears for a few sec-
onds, the home screen is displayed.
TIP
The multifunction information center is turned
on, even if the engine start/stop switch is also
pushed briefly.
Turning off the multifunction information
center
If the multifunction information center does
not receive any operation input within 25 sec-
onds after the engine stops or if 3 minutes
have elapsed after the engine stops, the cen-
ter turns off.
TIP
The multifunction information center turns off
3 minutes after the engine stops even if there
is operation input.
EJU45951Operation buttons
This model is equipped with a touchpad con-
trol to operate the multifunction information
center. D-pad
Operate the d-pad to switch or select
screens for each item.
If the right side of the d-pad is pushed when
the home screen is displayed, the multifunc-
tion information center switches in the follow-
ing order.
Home screen →
Drive control screen → En-
gine lock screen → Setting screen → Infor-
mation screen → Home screen
“BACK” button
Push this button to go back to the previous
screen.
Push and hold the “BACK” button and the
“OK” button simultaneously to display the
home screen.
“OK” button
Push this button to select the currently high-
lighted item.
TIP
Push this button to stop the buzzer when a
warning is activated.
EJU46290Display
The display is configured as shown below.
1 D-pad
2 “BACK” button
3 “OK” button
1
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center display. (See page 24 for Yamaha Se-
curity System setting procedures.)
EJU46400Warning function
The multifunction information center can indi-
cate the following warnings.
Fuel level warning
Battery voltage warning
Check engine warning
Engine overheat warning
Oil pressure warning
Other warnings (communication errors, ex-
ceeding the maintenance intervals, and so
on)
To stop the buzzer when a malfunction is ac-
tivated, correct the cause of the problem and
start the engine again, or push the “OK” but-
ton of the touchpad control.
Fuel level warning
If the amount of remaining fuel is low, the low-
est fuel level segment blinks orange, “Low
Fuel” is displayed on the display, and the
buzzer sounds intermittently. If the fuel level warning is activated, refill the
fuel tank as soon as possible. (See page 54
for information on filling the fuel tank.)
Battery voltage warning
If the battery voltage is less than 12 volts or
more than 18 volts when the engine is not
running, the voltage display of the voltmeter
blinks.
If the battery voltage warning is activated,
have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha
dealer as soon as possible.
Check engine warning “ ”
If a sensor malfunction or a short circuit is
detected, “ ” is shown in the warning bar,
and the buzzer sounds intermittently.
If the check engine warning is activated, im-
mediately reduce the engine speed, return to
1
“OK” button
1
14.3V
km/h
RPM
Low
Fuel
10.8V
km/h
RPM
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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.
EJU41237Pre-operation checklist
Before using this watercraft, be sure to perform the checks in the following checklist.
PRE-LAUNCH CHECKS
ITEM ROUTINEPAGE
Engine compartment Ventilate the engine compartment.
Check inside the engine compartment for damage.
63
Fuel system Check the fuel system for leakage.
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
63
Water separator Check the water separator for water. 63
Engine unit Check the exterior of the engine unit for damage. 64
Engine oil level Check the engine oil level. 64
Bilge water Check the engine compartment for bilge water. 64
Battery Check the battery connections. 64
Steering system Check the steering system for proper operation. 64
RiDE lever Check the RiDE lever for proper operation. 65
Throttle lever Check the throttle lever for proper operation. 65
Yamaha Security System Check the Yamaha Security System for proper op-
eration.
65
Engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard) Check the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) for dam-
age.
65
Switches Check the engine start/stop switch and engine
shut-off switch for proper operation.
66
Storage compartments Check the storage compartments for damage and
water.
66
Fire extinguisher holder,
cover, and band Check the fire extinguisher holder, cover, and band
for damage.
66
Fire extinguisher Check the condition of the fire extinguisher. 67
Safety equipment Check that safety equipment meeting the applica-
ble regulations is on board.
67
Hull and deck Check the hull and deck for damage. 67
Jet intake Check the jet intake for damage and clogging. 67
Jet thrust nozzle and re-
verse gate Check the jet thrust nozzle and reverse gate for
damage.
67
Stern drain plugs Check the stern drain plugs for damage and foreign
material and check that they are securely installed.
67
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EJU46050Switch checksECJ01311
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 engine start/stop switch and the
engine shut-off switch for proper operation.
(See page 25 for information on operating
each switch.)
To check the operation of the switches:
(1) If the lock mode is selected for theYamaha Security System setting, selectthe unlock mode. (See page 24 for
Yamaha Security System setting proce- dures.)
(2) Push the engine start/stop switch to make sure that the engine starts.
(3) As soon as the engine starts running, push the engine start/stop switch to
make sure that the engine stops immedi-
ately.
(4) 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 50 for
information on the storage compartments.)
EJU43800Fire extinguisher holder, cover, and band
checks
Make sure that the fire extinguisher holder,
cover, and band are not damaged and that
the fire extinguisher is securely held in place
using the band. (See page 53 for information
1Clip
2 Engine shut-off switch
3 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
12
3
1Engine start/stop switch
1
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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]
(4) With the throttle lever released, push theengine start/stop switch (red button) to
start the engine. (See page 25 for infor-
mation on operating the engine
start/stop switch.)
EJU46080Stopping the engine
Release the throttle lever, and then push the
engine start/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 attempting to avoid. A collision could result 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.
EJU43411Operating the watercraft
When the throttle lever is squeezed, the “F”
(forward) shift indicator will be displayed and
the watercraft will move forward. While the
“F” (forward) shift indicator is displayed, the
watercraft will move forward at trolling speed
even if the throttle lever is in the fully closed
(idle) position. (See page 28 for shift system
operation procedures.)
1 Clip
2 Engine shut-off switch
3 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
12
3
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(3) Pull yourself up onto the boarding plat-form and grasp the handgrip, and then
move to the seat and sit astride.
(4) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to your left wrist, and then attach the clip
to the engine shut-off switch.
(5) Grip the handlebars with both hands and place both feet on the floor of the foot-
well.
(6) Look in all directions, start the engine, and then start off slowly.
EJU43260Boarding with passenger(s)EWJ01800
Severe internal injuries can occur if wa-
ter is forced into body cavities as a re-
sult of being near the jet thrust nozzle.
Do not start the engine until the passen-
gers are seated with their feet on the
floor of the footwell and are securely holding on to the person in front of them
or to the handgrip provided.
Before boarding the watercraft, make
sure that the engine is stopped. If the
engine is running, the reverse gate may
move down and a person boarding
could be pinched.
The heavier the total weight of the operator
and passenger(s), the more difficult it will be
to balance the watercraft. Do not operate the
watercraft when the total weight exceeds 240
kg (530 lb) including any cargo.
To board with passenger(s):
(1) Board as noted in the previous section
“Boarding alone”.
(2) Grip the handlebars with both hands and place both feet on the floor of the foot-
well.
(3) Have the first passenger move to the rear of the watercraft.
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(3) Start the engine and operate the water-craft at planing speed to drain the bilge
water from the engine compartment.
(See page 58 for information on draining
the bilge water. If the engine does not
start, see “Towing the watercraft” on
page 99 or “Submerged watercraft” on
page 99.) 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]
EJU43282
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 95 m (310 ft) before you
reach the intended beaching area.
(3) Slowly approach the beach using the throttle lever and RiDE lever to control
the watercraft speed. 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 damage and
engine overheating.
[ECJ00473]
(4) After reaching land, stop the engine, and then get off the watercraft and pull it up
on the 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 95 m (310 ft) away from the
dock.
(3) Slowly approach the dock using the throttle lever and RiDE lever to control
the watercraft speed.
(4) After coming alongside the dock, stop the engine, and then get off the water-
craft.
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
speed. If weeds may have clogged the intake
area, clean the jet intake. (See page 97 for in-
formation on the jet intake.)
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