Yamaha SJ700B-H User Manual

2009 WaveRunner

SuperJet

OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Read this manual carefully

before operating this watercraft.

F2F-28199-71-E0

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This personal watercraft is intended solely for racing. The use of this machine should be limited to designated areas or events.

Read this manual carefully before operating this watercraft. This manual should stay with the WaveRunner if it is sold.

Important manual information

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Product identification:

 

 

 

 

Product :

Personal Watercraft

Brand :

YAMAHA

Model / Commercial name:

SJ700B-H / SuperJet

Model specifics:

 

 

 

 

Length:

2.24 (meters)

Width:

0.68 (meters)

Engine make:

6BA

Engine type:

petrol

Power:

48.5 (kW)

Construction Material: Hull: SMC, Deck: HLU

Max. persons:

1

 

 

 

Starting CIN of this model:

 

 

 

J P

Y A M H 0 0 0 1 E 8 0 9

Manufacturer:

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

 

2500 Shingai, Iwata

 

Shizuoka, 438-8501

 

Japan

EU Representative:

YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V.

 

Koolhovenlaan 101

 

Schiphol-Rijk, 1119 NC

 

The Netherlands

Important manual information

Technical Construction File:

 

Prepared by:

YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V., T. Sato

Function:

Marine Homologation Engineer

Date:

December, 1996

TCF:

File No. PWC 001-tcf

Competent Body:

KEMA Quality B.V.

 

Utrechtseweg 310

 

Arnhem, 6812 AR

 

The Netherlands

Certificate/Report no.:

62513-KRQ/ECM 96-5225

Means of conformity:

The product is in conformity with the Electro Magnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by directive 92/31/EEC, 93/68/EEC and 2004/108/EC based on the use of a Technical Construction File (TCF) in accordance with Article 10(2) of the Directive; using the following standards; for emission: CISPR12:2001 and for generic immunity: EN 50082-2:1995.

The product also complies with the requirements for construction as defined in EN ISO 13590:2003

Signature of representative:

S.Hayakawa

President

YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V.

Place: Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands

Date: 1st May 2008

Important manual information

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To the owner/operator

Thank you for choosing a Yamaha watercraft. This owner’s/operator’s manual contains information you will need for proper operation, maintenance, and care. If you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your watercraft, please consult a Yamaha dealer.

This manual is not a course on boating safety or seamanship. If this is your first watercraft, or if you are changing to a type of watercraft you are not familiar with, for your own comfort and safety, please ensure that you obtain proper training or practice before operating the watercraft by yourself. In addition, a Yamaha dealer or boating organization will be pleased to recommend local sea schools, or competent instructors.

Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing product improvement, this product may not be exactly as described in this owner’s/operator’s manual. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

This manual should be considered a permanent part of this watercraft and should remain with it even if the watercraft is subsequently sold.

In this manual, information of particular importance is distinguished in the following ways:

The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

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WARNING

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NOTICE

A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the watercraft or other property.

TIP:

A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

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WaveRunner SuperJet

OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL ©2008 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

1st Edition, March 2008 All rights reserved.

Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

is expressly prohibited. Printed in Japan

A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Table of contents

General and important labels...........

1

Identification numbers ....................

1

Primary Identification (PRI-ID)

 

number ...........................................

1

Craft Identification Number (CIN) ......

1

Engine serial number ........................

1

Important labels ..............................

2

Warning labels ...................................

3

Other labels .......................................

6

Safety information.............................

7

Limitations on who may operate

 

the watercraft ..............................

7

Cruising limitations .........................

8

Operation requirements .................

9

Recommended equipment ...........

11

Hazard information .......................

12

Watercraft characteristics .............

12

Safe boating rules ........................

13

Enjoy your watercraft

 

responsibly ................................

14

Features and functions...................

15

Location of main components ......

15

Operation of controls and other

 

functions ....................................

17

Hood ................................................

17

Fuel tank filler cap ...........................

18

Fuel cock knob ................................

18

Engine stop switch ..........................

19

Engine shut-off switch .....................

19

Start switch ......................................

20

Choke knob .....................................

20

Throttle lever ...................................

20

Cooling water pilot outlet .................

20

Steering system ...............................

21

Steering pole ...................................

22

Bow rope hole .................................

22

Stern rope hole ................................

22

Engine overheat warning system ....

22

Storage pouch .................................

23

Operation .........................................

24

Fuel and oil ..................................

24

Fuel .................................................

24

2-stroke engine oil ...........................

24

Mixing fuel and oil ............................

24

Filling the fuel tank ..........................

25

Pre-operation checks ...................

26

Pre-operation check list ...................

26

Pre-operation check points ..............

27

Operation .....................................

32

Engine break-in ...............................

32

Launching the watercraft .................

32

Starting the engine ..........................

32

Stopping the engine ........................

34

Leaving the watercraft .....................

34

Operating your watercraft ............

35

Getting to know your watercraft .......

35

Learning to operate your

 

watercraft .....................................

35

Operating positions .........................

36

Starting the watercraft .....................

36

Boarding and starting in deep

 

water ............................................

38

Capsized watercraft .........................

39

Turning the watercraft .....................

40

Stopping the watercraft ...................

41

Beaching the watercraft ...................

42

Operating in weeded areas .............

42

Post-operation care ......................

42

Transporting .................................

43

Maintenance and care ....................

45

Storage ........................................

45

Flushing the cooling system ............

45

Lubrication .......................................

46

Battery .............................................

46

Cleaning the watercraft ...................

47

Maintenance and adjustments .....

47

Owner’s/operator’s manual and

 

tool kit ...........................................

47

Periodic maintenance chart .............

49

Checking the fuel system ................

51

Checking the jet thrust nozzle

 

angle ............................................

51

Table of contents

Adjusting the steering friction ..........

52

Adjusting the jet thrust nozzle

 

angle ............................................

53

Checking and adjusting the throttle

 

cable ............................................

54

Cleaning and adjusting the spark

 

plugs ............................................

55

Lubrication points ............................

56

Adjusting the choke cable ...............

57

Checking the battery .......................

57

Adjusting the carburetor ..................

58

Specifications ..................................

60

Specifications ................................

60

Trouble recovery .............................

61

Troubleshooting ...........................

61

Troubleshooting chart ......................

61

Emergency procedures ................

63

Cleaning the jet intake and

 

impeller ........................................

63

Jumping the battery .........................

64

Replacing the fuse ...........................

64

Towing the watercraft ......................

65

Submerged watercraft .....................

65

General and important labels

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Identification numbers

Record the Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number, Craft Identification Number (CIN), and engine serial number in the spaces provided for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. Also record and keep these ID numbers in a separate place in case your watercraft is stolen.

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Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number

The PRI-ID number is stamped on a plate attached inside the engine compartment.

1Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number location

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Craft Identification Number (CIN)

The CIN is stamped on a plate attached to the hull on the aft, starboard (right) side.

1 Craft Identification Number (CIN) location

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Engine serial number

The engine serial number is stamped on a plate attached to the engine unit.

1 Engine serial number location

1

General and important labels

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Important labels

Read the following labels before operating this watercraft. If you need any additional information, contact a Yamaha dealer.

2

General and important labels

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Warning labels

If any of these labels are damaged or missing, contact a Yamaha dealer for replacements.

3

Yamaha SJ700B-H User Manual

General and important labels

4

General and important labels

5

General and important labels

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Other labels

The following label indicates the correct direction to upright a capsized watercraft.

6

Safety information

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The safe use and operation of this watercraft is dependent upon the use of proper riding techniques, as well as upon the common sense, good judgment, and expertise of the operator. Before using this watercraft, make sure that its use is permitted under local laws, bylaws, and regulations, 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 materials should give you an understanding of the watercraft and its operation.

Never allow anyone to operate this watercraft until they too have read this owner’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 operator only. Never have more than one person on the watercraft at any time.

7

Safety information

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Cruising limitations

Scan constantly for people, objects, and other watercraft. Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others.

Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people, objects, and other watercraft.

Do not follow directly behind watercraft or other boats.

Do not go near others to spray or splash them with water.

Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that make it hard for others to avoid you or understand where you are going.

Avoid areas with submerged objects or shallow water.

Take early action to avoid collisions. Remember, watercraft and other boats do not have brakes.

Do not release the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects—you need throttle to steer. Always check throttle and steering controls before starting the watercraft.

Ride within your limits and avoid aggressive maneuvers to reduce the risk of loss of control, ejection, and collision.

This is a high performance boat—not a toy. Sharp turns or jumping wakes or waves can increase the risk of back/spinal injury (paralysis), facial injuries, and broken legs, an-

kles, and other bones. Do not jump wakes or waves.

Do not operate the watercraft in rough water, bad weather, or when visibility is poor; this may lead to an accident causing injury or death. Be alert to the possibility of adverse weather. Take note of weather forecasts and the prevailing weather conditions before setting out on your watercraft.

As with any water sport, you should not operate your watercraft without someone else nearby. If you operate further than swimming distance from shore, you should be accompanied by another boat or watercraft, but make sure you stay a safe distance away. It’s good, common sense.

Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm (2 ft) deep from the bottom of the watercraft, otherwise you increase your chance of hitting a submerged object, which could result in injury.

This watercraft is not equipped with lighting required for night operation. Do not operate the watercraft after sunset or before dawn, otherwise you increase the risk of colliding

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Safety information

with another boat, which could result in severe injury or death.

Follow navigation rules, and state/provincial and local laws that apply to watercraft.

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Operation requirements

All riders must wear a personal flotation device (PFD) that is approved by the appropriate authorities and is suitable for personal watercraft use.

Wear protective clothing. Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of falling into the water or being near the jet thrust nozzle.

Normal swimwear does not adequately protect against forceful water entry into the rectum or vagina. All riders must wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection. Such clothing includes thick, tightly woven, sturdy and snug-fitting apparel such as denim, but does not include spandex or similar fabrics, like those used in bicycle shorts.

1Authority-approved PFD

2Wetsuit bottom

Eye protection is recommended to keep wind, water, and glare from the sun out of your eyes while you operate your watercraft. Restraining straps for eyewear are made which are designed to float should your eyewear fall in the water.

Footwear and gloves are recommended.

You must decide whether to wear a helmet while you ride for recreation. You should know that a helmet could help protect you in

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Safety information

certain kinds of accidents and that it could injure you in others.

A helmet is designed to provide some head protection. Although helmets cannot protect against all foreseeable impacts, a helmet might reduce your injuries in a collision with a boat or other obstacle.

A helmet may have potential safety hazards, as well. Falling into the water could risk the chance of the helmet catching water, commonly known as “bucketing”, and the resulting strain on your neck could cause choking, severe and permanent neck injuries, or death. A helmet could also increase the risk of an accident if it reduces your vision or hearing, or if it distracts you or increases your fatigue.

How should you decide if a helmet’s potential safety benefits outweigh its potential risks for you? Consider your particular riding conditions. Consider factors such as your riding environment and your riding style and ability. Also consider the likelihood of traffic congestion, and the water surface conditions.

If you decide to wear a helmet based upon your riding circumstances, choose one carefully. Look for a helmet designed for personal watercraft use, if possible. If you will be engaging in closed-course competition, follow the helmet requirements of the sanctioning organization.

Never operate the watercraft after consuming alcohol or taking other drugs.

For reasons of safety and proper care of the watercraft, always perform the pre-opera- tion checks listed on page 26 before operating the watercraft.

The operator should always keep both feet or knees on the riding tray when the watercraft is in motion. Lifting your feet increases

the chances of losing your balance or hitting objects outside the watercraft with your feet.

Always consult your doctor on whether it is safe for you to operate this watercraft if you are pregnant or in poor health.

Do not attempt to modify this watercraft. Modifications to your watercraft may reduce safety and reliability, and render the watercraft unsafe or illegal for use.

Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to your left wrist and keep it free from the handlebars so that the engine stops if you, the operator, fall off. After riding, remove the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) from the watercraft to avoid accidental starting or unauthorized use by children or others.

Scan carefully for swimmers, and stay away from swimming areas. Swimmers are hard to see and you could accidentally hit someone in the water.

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Safety information

Avoid being hit by another boat. You should always take the responsibility to watch for traffic; other boaters may not be watching for you. If they do not see you, or if you maneuver more quickly than other boaters expect, you risk a collision.

Maintain a safe distance from other boats and watercraft, and also watch for ski ropes or fishing lines. Obey the “Safe boating rules” and be sure to check behind you before making a turn. (See “Safe boating rules” on page 13.)

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Recommended equipment

The following items should be carried on board your watercraft:

Sound-signaling device

You should carry a whistle or other soundsignaling device that can be used to signal other boats.

Visual distress signals

It is recommended that a pyrotechnic device, which is approved by the appropriate authorities, be stored in a waterproof container on your watercraft. A mirror can also be used as an emergency signal. Contact a Yamaha dealer for more information.

Watch

A watch is helpful so you will know how long you have been operating the watercraft.

Towline

A towline can be used to tow a disabled watercraft in an emergency.

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Safety information

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Hazard information

When transporting or storing your watercraft, always turn the fuel cock knob to “OFF”, otherwise gasoline may overflow from the carburetor.

Never start the engine or let it run for any length of time in an enclosed area. Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time. Always operate the watercraft in an open area.

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Watercraft characteristics

Jet thrust turns the watercraft. Releasing the throttle lever completely produces only minimum thrust. If you are traveling at speeds above trolling, you will have rapidly decreasing ability to steer without throttle. You may still have some turning ability immediately after releasing the throttle lever, but once the engine slows down, the watercraft will no longer respond to handlebar input until you apply throttle again or you reach trolling speed.

Practice turning in an open area without obstacles until you have a good feel for this maneuver.

This watercraft is water-jet propelled. The jet pump is directly connected to the engine. This means that jet thrust will produce some movement whenever the engine is running. There is no “neutral” position.

Keep away from the intake grate while the engine is on. Items such as long hair, loose clothing, or PFD straps can become entangled in moving parts, resulting in severe injury or drowning.

Never insert any object into the jet thrust nozzle while the engine is running. Severe injury or death could result from coming in

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Safety information

contact with the rotating parts of the jet

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pump.

Safe boating rules

Your Yamaha watercraft is legally considered

 

 

a powerboat. Operation of the watercraft must

 

be in accordance with the rules and regula-

 

tions governing the waterway on which it is

 

used.

1Intake grate

2Jet thrust nozzle

Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch before removing any debris or weeds, which may have collected around the jet intake.

1Clip

2Engine shut-off switch

Avoid forceful jet thrust and limited visibility while reboarding. Get to a standing or kneeling position quickly, but do not expose yourself to the forceful jet thrust.

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Safety information

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Enjoy your watercraft responsibly

You share the areas you enjoy when riding your watercraft with others and with nature. So your enjoyment includes a responsibility to treat these other people, and the lands, waters, and wildlife with respect and courtesy.

Whenever and wherever you ride, think of yourself as the guest of those around you. Remember, for example, that the sound of your watercraft may be music to you, but it could be just noise to others. And the exciting splash of your wake can make waves others won’t enjoy.

Avoid riding close to shoreline homes and waterfowl nesting areas or other wildlife areas, and keep a respectful distance from fishermen, other boats, swimmers, and populated beaches. When travel in areas like these is unavoidable, ride slowly and obey all laws.

Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure that the exhaust emission and sound levels of your watercraft will continue to be within regulated limits. You have the responsibility to make sure that the recommended maintenance in this owner’s/operator’s manual is carried out.

Remember, pollution can be harmful to the environment. Do not refuel or add oil where a spill could cause damage to nature. Remove your watercraft from the water and move it away from the shoreline before refueling. Dispose of water and any fuel and oil residue in the engine compartment according to local regulations. And keep your surroundings pleasant for the people and wildlife that share the waterways: don’t litter.

When you ride responsibly, with respect and courtesy for others, you help ensure that our

waterways stay open for the enjoyment of a variety of recreational opportunities.

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Features and functions

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Location of main components

1Bow rope hole

2Steering pole

3Steering pole cover

4Hood

5Cooling water pilot outlet

6Fuel tank filler cap

7Ride plate

8Jet thrust nozzle

9Stern rope hole

10Riding tray

11Hood latch

12Handlebars

13Storage pouch

14Jet intake

15Intake grate

16Drive shaft

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Features and functions

1Fire extinguisher container

2Fuel cock knob

3Choke knob

4Clip

5Start switch

6Throttle lever

7Engine shut-off switch

8Engine stop switch

9Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)

10Bow

11Fuel tank

12Battery

13Silencer

14Spark plugs/Spark plug caps

15Muffler

16Water separator

17Fuel filter

18Flushing hose connector

19Electrical box

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