Yamaha WaveRunner FZR User Manual

2009 WaveRunner

FZR

OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Read this manual carefully

before operating this watercraft.

F2R-F8199-70-E0

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

Important manual information

EJU37550

Declaration of Conformity for Personal Watercraft (PWC) with the requirements of Directive 94/25/EC

as amended by Directive 2003/44/EC

Revision No:

Name of PWC manufacturer:

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

Address: 2500 Shingai

Town: Iwata, Shizuoka Post Code: 438-8501

Country: Japan

Name of Authorized Representative (if applicable):

YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V.

Address: Koolhovenlaan 101

Town: Schiphol-Rijk

Post Code: 1119 NC

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Country: The Netherlands

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Name of Notified Body for noise emission assessment: Luxcontrol SA

Address: 1, avenue des Terres Rouges BP 349

Town:Esch-sur-Alzette

Post Code: L-4004

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Country: Luxembourg

ID Number: 0882

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Name of Notified Body for exhaust emission assessment: Luxcontrol SA

Address: 1, avenue des Terres Rouges BP 349

Town: Esch-sur-Alzette

Post Code: L-4004

 

 

 

 

 

Country: Luxembourg

ID Number: 0882

 

 

 

 

 

ECtype-examination Certificate number (if applicable): LC*2003/44*10026

Important manual information

Conformity assessment modules used:

 

 

 

for construction: A

Aa

B+C

B+D

B+E

B+F

G H

for noise emissions:

Aa

G H

 

 

 

 

for exhaust emissions: B+C

B+D

B+E

B+F

G

H

Other Community Directives applied:

Directive 89/336/EEC relating to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), using the following standards, for emission CISPR12:2001, for generic immunity EN61000-6-2:2001

DESCRIPTION OF CRAFT

Craft model Identification Number, starting from

U S - Y A M A 1 9 2 1 L 8 0 9 –

Model name / Commercial name :

 

 

 

Design Category: C D

GX1800-H / FZR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IDENTIFICATION OF ENGINE(S) COVERED

 

 

 

BY THIS DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Combustion cycle:

 

2 stroke

 

 

4 stroke

Unique engine identification number(s)

 

EC Type–examination certificate

or engine family code(s)

 

 

(for exhaust)

6AN

 

 

 

LC*2003/44*10026

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ESSENTIAL

 

other

 

 

Please specify in more detail

standards

normative

technical

 

REQUIREMENTS

document/

file

 

(* = mandatory standard)

 

 

method

 

 

 

 

I.A design and construction

 

 

 

 

 

EN ISO 13590

I.B exhaust emissions

*

 

 

 

 

*EN ISO 8178-1:1996

I.C noise emissions

*

 

 

 

 

*EN ISO 14509

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the PWC manufacturer. I declare on behalf of the PWC manufacturer that the craft model and engine(s) mentioned above comply with all applicable essential requirements in the way specified and are in conformity with the type for which above mentioned EC typeexamination certificate(s) has(have) been issued.

Name / title: S. Hayakawa / President of YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V.

(identification of the person empowered to sign on behalf of the PWC manufacturer or his authorized representative)

Signature:

(or an equivalent marking)

Date and place of issue: 1st / December / 2008, Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands

Important manual information

EJU30191

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!

EWJ00071

WARNING

ECJ00091

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.

EJU30231

WaveRunner FZR

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

1st Edition, October 2008 All rights reserved.

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

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.

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

Model information ...........................

2

Builder’s plate ....................................

2

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

3

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

4

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

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

17

Enjoy your watercraft

 

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

17

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

19

Location of main components ......

19

Operation of controls and other

 

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

23

Seats ...............................................

23

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

24

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

24

Remote control transmitter ..............

24

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

25

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

25

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

26

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

26

Cooling water pilot outlets ...............

27

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

27

Telescopic steering system .............

28

Shift lever ........................................

28

Quick Shift Trim System (QSTS)

 

selector ........................................

29

Reboarding grip ...............................

30

Bow eye ...........................................

30

Stern eyes .......................................

31

Yamaha Security System ................

31

Dual analog meter unit ....................

33

Storage compartments ....................

37

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

41

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

41

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

41

Engine oil .........................................

42

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

43

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

43

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

45

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

53

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

53

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

53

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

53

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

54

Shifting ............................................

55

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

55

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

56

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

56

Learning to operate your

 

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

56

Riding with a passenger ..................

57

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

57

Boarding and starting in deep

 

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

58

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

61

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

62

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

63

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

64

Docking the watercraft .....................

64

Reverse on waterways ....................

64

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

64

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

65

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

66

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

67

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

67

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

67

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

68

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

68

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

68

Table of contents

Maintenance and adjustments .....

69

Owner’s/operator’s manual and

 

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

69

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

70

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

72

Engine oil and oil filter .....................

72

Air filter element ..............................

72

Checking the jet thrust nozzle

 

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

72

Checking the shift cable ..................

73

Checking the throttle lever ...............

73

Cleaning and adjusting the spark

 

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

74

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

75

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

76

Fuel injection system .......................

78

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

79

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

79

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

80

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

80

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

80

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

83

Cleaning the jet intake and

 

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

83

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

84

Replacing the fuses .........................

84

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

86

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

86

General and important labels

EJU36450

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.

EJU30281

Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number

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

MODEL:

GX1800H (FZR)

1

1Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number location

 

PRI-I.D.

MODEL

F2R

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

ASSEMBLED IN U.S.A. FROM AMERICAN AND JAPANESE COMPONENTS.

ASSEMBLÉ AUX ÉTATS-UNIS DE PIÈCES AMÉRICANES ET JAPONAISES.

F 2 R

EJU36550

Craft Identification Number (CIN)

The CIN is stamped on a plate attached to the aft deck.

1

1 Craft Identification Number (CIN) location

EJU30310

Engine serial number

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

1

1 Engine serial number location

1

General and important labels

EJU30320

Model information

EJU30331

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

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.

1 Builder’s plate location

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). Such conditions may be encountered in exposed inland waters, in estuaries, and in coastal waters in moderate weather conditions.

2

General and important labels

EJU30451

Important labels

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

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1

7

6

8

5

 

3

13

2

12

15

14

4

10

11

9

3

Yamaha WaveRunner FZR User Manual

General and important labels

EJU35911

Warning labels

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

1

4

General and important labels

5

General and important labels

5

6

7

8

WARNING

AVERTISSEMENT

(F2R-U41E1-00)

WARNING

AVERTISSEMENT

(F2R-U41E1-00)

6

General and important labels

7

General and important labels

EJU36261

Other labels

12

13

(F2R-U41E1-00)

14

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

8

General and important labels

The following CE marking is located on the back of the remote control transmitter.

9

Safety information

EJU30682

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.

EJU30720

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 and 1 passenger. Never exceed the maximum load limit or allow more than 2 persons to ride the watercraft at any time.

Maximum load: 160 kg (353 lb)

Load is the total weight of cargo, operator, and passenger.

Do not operate the watercraft with a passenger on board until you have considerable practice and experience riding alone. Operating the watercraft with a passenger 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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Safety information

EJU30761

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.

60 cm (2 ft)

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.

EJU30801

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 43 before operating the watercraft.

The operator and passenger should always 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 a child whose feet cannot reach the floor of the footwell.

The passenger should firmly hold on to the operator.

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 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 wa-

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Safety information

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. (See “Safe boating rules” on page 17.)

EJU30840

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

EJU36850

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 during or immediately after engine operation; they can cause serious burns.

EJU30920

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. There is no “neutral” position. You are in either “forward” or “reverse”, depending upon the shift lever position.

Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control, be ejected, or impact the handlebars.

This could increase the risk of back/spinal injury (paralysis), facial injuries, and broken legs, ankles, and other bones. You could also damage the shift mechanism.

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Safety information

Reverse can be used to slow down or stop

any debris or weeds, which may have col-

during slow-speed maneuvering, such as

lected around the jet intake.

when docking. Once the engine is idling,

 

shift into reverse and gradually increase en-

2

gine speed. Make sure that there are no ob-

stacles 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 entan-

1

gled in moving parts, resulting in severe in-

 

jury or drowning.

1 Clip

Never insert any object into the jet thrust

nozzle while the engine is running. Severe

2 Engine shut-off switch

 

injury or death could result from coming in

 

contact with the rotating parts of the jet

 

pump.

 

1Intake grate

2Jet thrust nozzle

Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch before removing

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Safety information

EJU30970

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.

EJU30991

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

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Safety information

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

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Features and functions

EJU31010

Location of main components

Front view

3

1

4

2

5

8

7

1Fuel tank filler cap

2Hood

3Handlebars

4Rear seat

5Front seat

6Footwell

7Bow eye

8Cooling water pilot outlet

9Gunwale

10Sponsons

6

10

9

19

Features and functions

Rear view

3

2

1

8

4

5

6

7

 

9 10

1Boarding platform

2Electric bilge pilot outlet

3Reboarding grip

4Jet thrust nozzle

5Reverse gate

6Ride plate

7Stern drain plugs

8Stern eyes

9Speed sensor

10Intake grate

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Features and functions

Control system

 

 

 

 

1

2

3

4

5

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

 

 

10

 

 

14

 

 

 

 

 

6

7

 

11

12

13

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1Quick Shift Trim System (QSTS) selector

2QSTS selector lock lever

3Start switch

4Engine shut-off switch

5Clip

6Engine stop switch

7Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)

8Dual analog meter unit

9Rearview mirrors

10Glove compartment

11Remote control transmitter

12Beverage holder

13Shift lever

14Throttle lever

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Features and functions

Engine compartment

3

5

 

2

1

6

4

8

7

9

10

1Engine cover

2Air filter case

3Water separator

4Fuel tank

5Battery

6Flushing hose connector

7Electrical box

8Spark plug cap

9Engine oil filler cap

10Dipstick

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