Yamaha VC1800-R User Manual
2016 WaveRunner
VX Cruiser HO
OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully
before operating this watercraft.
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Read this manual carefully before operating this watercraft. This manual
should stay with the WaveRunner if it is sold.
Important manual information
Declaration of Conformity for Personal Watercraft (PWC)
with the requirements of Directive 94/25/EC, as amended by Directive 2003/44/EC
Name of PWC Manufacturer: YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
Name / Title: Y. Henmi / General Manager of Engineering Section, Boat Business Unit
Address: 2500 Shingai, Iwata, Shizuoka 438-8501, Japan
Name of Authorised Representative: YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V.
Address: Koolhovenlaan 101, 1119 NC Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands
Name of Notified Body for exhaust and noise emission assessment: SNCH
VC1800-R / VX Cruiser HO
0499ID Number:
Address: 11, route de Luxembourg BP 32, Sandweiler, L-5230. Luxembourg
US-YAMA0001K516
Conformity assessment module used:
for construction:
for exhaust emissions:
for noise emissions:
DESCRIPTION OF CRAFT
DESCRIPTION OF ENGINE
A
A
Craft model Identification Number, starting from :
Model name / Commercial name :
CDesign Category :
Other Community Directives applied
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC and 2014/30/EU
EN 55012:2007/A1:2009
Directive 2006/42/EC relating to Machinery.
Standards
EN 61000-6-2:2005
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AaAaB+C
B+C
B+D
B+D
B+E
B+E
B+F
B+FGG
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H
H
H
Engine Type:
PWC engine
Combustion cycle:
4 stroke
Fuel Type:
Petrol
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
IDENTIFICATION OF ENGINE COVERED BY THIS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Name of engine model
6FG
Name / ID number of Notified Body
SNCH / 0499
EC Type–examination certificate number
SNCH*94/25*2003/44*0044
(identification of the person empowered to sign on behalf of the manufacturer)
Signature:
(or an equivalent marking)
Date and place of issue: 1st / November / 2015, Shizuoka, Japan
Essential requirements
standards
other normative
document / method
technical file
Please specify in more detail
(* = mandatory standard)
I.A design and construction EN ISO 13590
I.B exhaust emission *EN ISO 8178-1
I.C noise emission *EN ISO 14509
*
*
This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer. I declare on behalf of the PWC
manufacturer that the craft model(s) and engine(s) mentioned above complies (comply) with all applicable essential
requirements in the way specified and is (are) in conformity with the type(s) for which above mentioned EC type-examination
certificate(s) has (have) been issued.
ID Number:
EJU44070
Important manual information
WARNING
NOTICE
TIP:
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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.
In this manual, information of particular importance is distinguished in the following
ways:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used
to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
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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.
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WaveRunner VX Cruiser HO
OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
©2015 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
1st Edition, July 2015
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamah a M o t or Co . , L t d .
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in U.S.A.
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
ECJ00092
A NOTICE indicates special precautions
that must be taken to avoid damage to the
watercraft or other property.
A TIP provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.
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
Manufactured date label .................... 2
Model information ........................... 2
Builder’s plate .................................... 2
Important labels .............................. 4
Warning labels.................................... 5
Other labels........................................ 8
Safety information ........................... 10
Limitations on who may operate
the watercraft ............................. 10
Cruising limitations........................ 11
Operation requirements ................ 12
Recommended equipment ........... 14
Hazard information........................ 15
Watercraft characteristics ............. 15
Wakeboarding and water-skiing ... 17
Safe boating rules ......................... 18
Enjoy your watercraft
responsibly................................. 19
Description....................................... 20
Watercraft glossary ....................... 20
Location of main components ...... 21
Control function operation ............. 25
Watercraft control functions ......... 25
Remote control transmitter .............. 25
Yamaha Security System ................. 26
Engine stop switch .......................... 27
Engine shut-off switch .................... 27
Start switch ..................................... 27
Throttle lever .................................... 28
RiDE lever......................................... 28
Steering system ............................... 28
Cooling water pilot outlet................. 29
Water separator................................ 29
Watercraft operation ...................... 31
Watercraft operation functions ..... 31
Shift system...................................... 31
Watercraft operation modes ......... 33
Low RPM Mode ............................... 33
No-wake mode................................. 34
Cruise assist..................................... 36
Instrument operation ...................... 38
Multifunction information center... 38
Information display........................... 38
Hour meter ....................................... 42
Voltmeter.......................................... 42
Equipment operation ...................... 43
Equipment..................................... 43
Seats ................................................ 43
Handgrip........................................... 44
Reboarding step............................... 44
Bow eye............................................ 45
Stern eyes ........................................ 45
Cleat ................................................. 45
Storage compartments .................... 46
Fire extinguisher holder and cover... 48
Operation and handling
requirements ................................... 50
Fuel requirements ......................... 50
Fuel................................................... 50
Engine oil requirements ................ 52
Engine oil.......................................... 52
Draining the bilge water................ 54
Draining the bilge water on land....... 54
Draining the bilge water on water .... 54
Transporting on a trailer................ 55
First-time operation ........................ 56
Engine break-in............................. 56
Pre-operation checks ..................... 57
Pre-operation checklist .................... 57
Pre-operation check points .......... 59
Pre-launch checks ........................... 59
Table of contents
Post-launch checks ......................... 65
Operation ......................................... 68
Operating your watercraft ............. 68
Getting to know your watercraft ...... 68
Learning to operate your
watercraft...................................... 68
Riding position ................................. 69
Launching the watercraft ................. 69
Starting the engine on water ............ 69
Stopping the engine......................... 70
Leaving the watercraft...................... 70
Operating the watercraft .................. 70
Turning the watercraft...................... 71
Stopping the watercraft ................... 72
Operating the watercraft in reverse
or neutral....................................... 73
Boarding the watercraft ................... 74
Starting off........................................ 76
Capsized watercraft ......................... 77
Beaching and docking the
watercraft...................................... 78
Operating in weeded areas.............. 78
After removing the watercraft from
the water....................................... 79
Specifications.................................. 90
Specifications ............................... 90
Trouble recovery ............................. 91
Troubleshooting............................ 91
Troubleshooting chart ...................... 91
Emergency procedures ................ 94
Cleaning the jet intake and
impeller ......................................... 94
Raising the reverse gate................... 95
Jumping the battery ......................... 95
Replacing the fuses.......................... 96
Towing the watercraft....................... 98
Submerged watercraft ..................... 98
Index............................................... 100
Care and storage............................. 80
Post-operation care ...................... 80
Flushing the cooling water
passages....................................... 80
Cleaning the watercraft.................... 81
Battery care...................................... 81
Long-term storage ........................ 84
Cleaning ........................................... 84
Lubrication ....................................... 84
Rustproofing..................................... 84
Maintenance .................................... 85
Maintenance.................................. 85
Tool kit.............................................. 85
Removing and installing the engine
cover ............................................. 85
Periodic maintenance chart ............. 87
Engine oil and oil filter ...................... 89
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. (See
page 43 for seat removal and installation procedures and page 48 for information on the
removable watertight storage compartment.)
MODEL:
VC1800-R (VX Cruiser HO)
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Craft Identification Number (CIN)
The CIN is stamped on a plate attached to
the aft deck.
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. (See page
43 for seat removal and installation procedures.)
1 Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number loca-
tion
MODEL
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
ASSEMBLED IN U.S.A. FROM AMERICAN AND JAPANESE
COMPONENTS.
ASSEMBLÉ AUX ÉTATS-UNIS DE PIÈCES AMÉRICAINES ET
JAPONAISES.
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PRI-I.D.
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1 Engine serial number location
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General and important labels
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Manufactured date label
This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head. (See page 43 for seat removal and
installation procedures and page 85 for engine cover removal and installation procedures.)
1 Manufactured date label location
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Model information
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Builder’s plate
Watercraft with this label conform to certain
portions of the European Parliament directive
relating to machinery.
Part of the information is given on the builder’s plate affixed on the craft. A full explanation of this information is given in the relevant
sections of this manual.
1 Builder’s plate location
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
2500 Shingai, Iwata, Shizuoka, Japan
WATERCRAFT DESIGN CATEGORY : C
MAXIMUM CAPACITIES
Max. 3
Max. + = 240kg (530 lbs)
Design category of this personal watercraft: C
Category C:
This watercraft is designed to operate in
winds up to Beaufort force 6 and the associated wave heights (significant wave heights
up to 2 m (6.56 ft); see the following TIP).
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Such conditions may be encountered in exposed inland waters, in estuaries, and in
coastal waters in moderate weather conditions.
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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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General and important labels
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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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General and important labels
F1B-U41B1-21
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Warning labels
If any of these labels are damaged or missing, contact a Yamaha dealer for replacements.
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General and important labels
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F1S-U415B-11
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General and important labels
(F1S-U41E1-11)
F0V-U41DB-12
(F1S-U41E1-11)
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GP8-U416H-01
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General and important labels
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F1G-U418F-00
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Other labels
The following label indicates the correct direction to upright a capsized watercraft.
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General and important labels
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 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 water-
craft 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 op-
erator and up to 2 passengers. Never exceed the maximum load limit or allow more
than 3 persons (or 2 persons if a wakeboarder or water-skier is being pulled) to
ride the watercraft at any time.
Maximum load:
240 kg (530 lb)
Load is the total weight of cargo, operator, and passengers.
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Do not operate the watercraft with any pas-
sengers on board until you have considerable practice and experience riding alone.
Operating the watercraft with passengers
requires more skill. Take the time to become accustomed to the handling characteristics of the watercraft before trying any
difficult maneuvers.
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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.
Take early action to avoid collisions. Re-
member, watercraft and other boats do not
have brakes. In addition, the Reverse with
Intuitive Deceleration Electronics (RiDE)
system is not a braking device for avoiding
dangerous situations. The RiDE system is
an electronic system for controlling the engine speed and reverse gate, which is located near the jet thrust nozzle. The RiDE
lever located at the left handlebar grip can
be used to change the direction of the jet
thrust so that the watercraft moves in reverse or is in neutral. The RiDE system assists the operator when slowing down and
during slow-speed maneuvering, such as
launching, beaching, and docking.
Avoid sharp turns, slowing down rapidly by
squeezing the RiDE lever forcefully, and
other maneuvers that make it hard for oth-
ers to avoid you or understand where you
are going.
Avoid areas with submerged objects or
shallow water.
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 aggres-
sive 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,
ankles, and other bones. Do not jump
wakes or waves.
Do not operate the watercraft in rough wa-
ter, 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 op-
erate 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 chan-
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60 cm (2 ft)
ce of hitting a submerged object, which
could result in injury.
This watercraft is not equipped with light-
ing required for night operation. Do not operate the watercraft after sunset or before
dawn, otherwise you increase the risk of
colliding with another boat, which could result in severe injury or death.
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Operation requirements
All riders must wear a personal flotation de-
vice (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.
Follow navigation rules, and state/provin-
cial and local laws that apply to watercraft.
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1 Authority-approved PFD
2 Wetsuit 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
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in 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 consum-
ing alcohol or taking other drugs.
For reasons of safety and proper care of
the watercraft, always perform the pre-operation checks listed on page 57 before operating the watercraft.
The operator should grip the handlebars
firmly with both hands and the passengers
should hold on firmly, either to the person
in front of them or to the handgrip provided.
The operator and passengers should al-
ways keep their feet on the floor of the footwell 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. Do not
give a ride to children if their feet cannot
reach the floor of the footwell.
Never allow a passenger to ride in front of
the operator.
Always consult your doctor on whether it is
safe for you to ride 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 lef t wr ist and keep it free from th e handlebars so that the engine stops if you, the
operator, fall off. After riding, remove the
engine shut-off cord (lanyard) from the wa-
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tercraft 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.
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 or slowing down. (See
“Safe boating rules” on page 18.)
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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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Hazard information
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.
Do not touch the hot muffler or engine dur-
ing or immediately after engine operation;
they can cause serious burns.
Do not place magnets or objects with a
strong magnetic force near the throttle lever or RiDE lever. The electronic throttle
mechanism of the levers can be adversely
affected, which could cause loss of control.
In addition, do not place objects susceptible to magnetic forces (i.e., credit cards,
watches, etc.) close to the throttle lever or
RiDE lever.
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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.
This model is equipped with the Yamaha
Engine Management System (YEMS) that
includes an off-throttle steering (OTS) system. It will activate at planing speeds
should you attempt to steer the watercraft
after releasing the throttle lever. The OTS
system assists in turning by continuing to
supply some thrust while the watercraft is
decelerating, but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handlebars.
The OTS system does not function below
planing speeds or when the engine is off.
Once the engine slows down, the watercraft will no longer turn in response 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 and the “F” (forward) or “R” (reverse) shift indicator is displayed in the
multifunction display. When the “N” (neutral) shift indicator is displayed, the forward
and reverse thrust are balanced to help
keep the watercraft from moving in either
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2
2
1
direction, although some movement may
occur.
1 “N” (Neutral position)
To avoid rear-end collisions while operat-
ing the watercraft, check behind you before using the RiDE lever to slow down or
stop the watercraft. Make sure that there
are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting into reverse.
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
contact with the rotating parts of the jet
pump.
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.
1 Clip
2 Engine shut-off switch
1 Intake grate
2 Jet thrust nozzle
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Wakeboarding and water-
skiing
You can use the watercraft for wakeboarding
or water-skiing if it has the seating capacity to
carry the operator, a rearward-facing spotter,
and the wakeboarder or water-skier when he
or she is not being pulled.
The watercraft must also have a cleat designed to pull a ski rope; do not attach the
rope to any other location.
1 Cleat
It is the watercraft operator’s responsibility to
be alert to the safety of the wakeboarder or
water-skier and others. Know and follow all
local regulations in effect for the waters in
which you will be operating.
The operator should be comfortable carrying
passengers before attempting to pull a wakeboarder or water-skier.
The following are some important considerations for minimizing risks while pulling a
wakeboarder or water-skier.
The wakeboarder or water-skier should
wear an approved PFD, preferably a brightly colored one so boat operators can see
the person being pulled.
The wakeboarder or water-skier should
wear protective clothing. Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body
cavities as a result of falling into the water.
Normal swimwear does not adequately
protect against forceful water entry into the
rectum or vagina. The person being pulled
should wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing
that provides equivalent protection.
A second person should be on board as a
spotter to watch the wakeboarder or water-skier; in many places it is required by
law. Let the person being pulled direct the
operator’s control of speed and direction
with hand signals.
The spotter should sit astride the rear of the
seat and hold onto the handgrip with both
feet firmly on the floor of the footwell for
proper balance while facing to the rear to
watch the wakeboarder’s or water-skier’s
hand signals and condition.
1 Handgrip
1 Handgrip
Your control while pulling a wakeboarder or
water-skier is affected by the wakeboard-
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er’s or water-skier’s ability, as well as water
and weather conditions.
When preparing to pull a wakeboarder or
water-skier, operate the watercraft at the
slowest possible speed until the watercraft
is well away from the person being pulled
and slack in the ski rope is taken up. Make
sure that the rope is not looped around
anything.
After checking that the wakeboarder or water-skier is ready and that there is no traffic
or other obstacles, apply enough throttle to
raise the person.
Make smooth, wide turns. The watercraft is
capable of very sharp turns, which could
exceed the abilities of the wakeboarder or
water-skier. Keep the person being towed
at least 50 m (164 ft), about twice the distance of a standard ski rope, away from
any potential hazard.
The operators of boats and other water-
craft may not be aware that you are pulling
a wakeboarder or water-skier. Together
with the spotter, pay attention to others
around you and cruise at safe speeds.
Be alert to the hazard of the ski rope handle
snapping back at the watercraft when the
wakeboarder or water-skier falls or is unable to get up.
Towing heavy or bulky objects other than
wakeboarders or water-skiers, such as another boat or watercraft, can cause loss of
steering control and create a hazardous
condition. If you must tow another boat in
an emergency situation, operate slowly
and cautiously.
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Safe boating rules
Your Yamaha watercraft is legally considered
a powerboat. Operation of the watercraft
must be in accordance with the rules and
regulations governing the waterway on which
it is used.
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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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Watercraft glossary
Trolling speed
“Trolling” is the lowest maneuvering speed. You are applying little or no throttle. The watercraft is down in the water, and there is no wake.
Sub-planing speed
“Sub-planing” is a medium speed. The bow of the watercraft is slightly up from the water surface, but you are still traveling through the water. There is a wake.
Planing speed
“Planing” is a faster speed. The watercraft is more level and is skimming on top of the water.
There is a wake.
Bow
The front end of the watercraft.
Stern
The rear end of the watercraft.
Starboard
The right side of the watercraft when facing forward.
Port
The left side of the watercraft when facing forward.
Bilge water
Water that has collected in the engine compartment.
Yamaha Engine Management System (YEMS)
YEMS is an integrated, computerized management system that controls and adjusts ignition
timing, fuel injection, engine diagnostics, and the off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
Reverse with Intuitive Deceleration Electronics (RiDE)
RiDE is an electronic system that controls the reverse, neutral, and deceleration operations of
the watercraft.
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Location of main components
Exterior
2
1
10
1 Hood
2 Fuel filler cap (page 50)
3 Handlebar
4 Front seat (page 43)
5 Rear seat (page 43)
6 Footwell
7 Sponson
8 Gunwale
9 Cooling water pilot outlet (page 29)
10 Bow eye (page 45)
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3 4 5
6
7
8
9
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3
1
2
4 5 6 7 8 9 5 4
1 Boarding platform
2 Cleat (page 45)
3 Handgrip (page 44)
4 Stern eye (page 45)
5 Stern drain plug (page 54)
6 Reverse gate (page 31)
7 Jet thrust nozzle
8 Ride plate
9 Reboarding step (page 44)
10 Speed sensor
11 Intake grate
10
11
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Description
12 34 9 11
78
5
15
14
6
1 RiDE lever (page 31)
2 Start switch (page 27)
3 Engine shut-off switch (page 27)
4 Clip (page 27)
5 Glove compartment (page 47)
6 Remote control transmitter (page 25)
7 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) (page 27)
8 Engine stop switch (page 27)
9 Rearview mirror
10 Cruise assist up switch (page 36)
11 Multifunction information center (page 38)
12 Throttle lever (page 28)
13 “SET” switch (page 36)
14 Cruise assist down switch (page 36)
15 “NO-WAKE MODE” switch (page 34)
10 12 9
13
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Engine compartment
1
3
2 4
5 6 10 117 8 9
1 Electrical box
2 Spark plug/Ignition coil
3 Engine oil filler cap (page 52)
4 Removable watertight storage compart-
ment (page 48)
5 Air filter case
6 Water separator (page 29)
7 Fuel tank
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8 Dipstick
9 Engine cover
10 Battery (page 60)
11 Flushing hose connector
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