Yamaha XA1200 User Manual
WaveRunner
XL1200Ltd
OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
READ THIS MANUAL
CAREFULLY BEFORE
OPERATION!
U.S.A.Edition
YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.
LIT-18626-03-82●
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TO THE OWNER
Thank you for choosing a Yamaha water
vehicle. This owner’ s/operator’ s manual contains information you will need for proper
operation, maintenance, and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum
enjoyment from your new Yamaha. If you
have any questions about the operation or
maintenance of your water vehicle, please
consult a Yamaha water vehicle dealer.
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
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 water vehicle and should
remain with it even if the vehicle is subsequently sold.
IMPORTANT MANUAL
INFORMATION:
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
Failure to follow WARNING instructions
could result in severe injury or death
the machine operator, a bystander, or a
person inspecting or repairing the vehicle.
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CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to av oi d dama ge
to the vehicle.
NOTE:
A NOTE provides key information to make
procedures easier or clearer.
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WaveRunner XL1200Ltd
OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
1999 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.
2nd Edition, September 1999
All rights reserved. Any reprinting
or unauthorized use without
the written permission of
Yamaha Motor Corporation,
U.S.A. is expressly prohibited.
Printed in U.S.A.
P/N LIT-18626-03-82
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CONTENTS
GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION
FEATURE AND FUNCTIONS
OPERATION AND RIDING
MAINTENANCE AND CARE
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TROUBLESHOOTING AND
EMERGENCY PROCEDURE
INDEX
READ THIS OWNER’S / OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR WATER VEHICLE.
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Chapter 1
GENERAL AND SAFETY
INFORMATION
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
RECORDS
Primary identification (PRI-ID)
number...............................................1-1
Hull identification number (H.I.N).......1-1
Engine serial number.........................1-1
EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION
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IMPORTANT LABELS
Location..............................................1-3
Labels.................................................1-4
SAFETY INFORMATION
Limitations on who may
operate the vehicle.............................1-8
Cruising limitations.............................1-9
Operational requirements...................1-9
Hazard information...........................1-12
Water vehicle characteristics ...........1-13
Water skiing .....................................1-14
RULES OF THE ROAD
Steering and sailing rules and
sound signals...................................1-15
Rules when encountering vessels....1-16
Other special situations....................1-17
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INFORMATION
ENJOY YOUR WATER VEHICLE
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FUEL REQUIREMENTS
Gasoline (petrol)...............................1-20
Engine oil .........................................1-20
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
RECORDS
Record your Primary identification (PRI-ID)
number, Hull identification number (H.I.N)
and Engine serial number in the spaces provided, to assist you in ordering spare parts
from your Yamaha water vehicle dealer. Also
record and keep these ID numbers in a separate place in case your water vehicle is stolen.
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PRIMARY IDENTIFICATION (PRI-ID)
NUMBER
The PRI-ID number is stamped on a label 1
attached to the inside of the engine compartment.
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HULL IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (H.I.N)
The H.I.N. is stamped on a plat e 2 attached
to the aft deck.
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ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER
The engine serial number is stamped on a
label 3 attached to the cylinder head.
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EMISSION CONTROL
INFORMATION
This engine conforms to 2000 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulation
for marine SI engines.
● Approved label of Emission control
certificate
This label is attached to the electrical box.
1 Emission control information label
● Manufactured date label
This label is attached to the electrical box.
2 Manufactured date label
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LOCATION
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IMPORTANT LABELS
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LABELS
Warning labels
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SAFETY
INFORMATION
When you operate your water vehicle, you
must know and practice the following for
your safety:
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Before operating the vehicle, read this
entire manual, the Riding Practice Tips,
the Riding Instruction card and all warning labels on the vehicle. Reading these
materials should give you an understanding of the vehicle and its operation.
Never allow anyone to operate this water
vehicle until they too have read this
owner’s/operator’s manual, the Riding
Practice Tips, the Riding Instruction card
and all warning labels.
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This product emits exhaust gases which
contain carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless gas which may cause brain
damage or death when inhaled. Symptoms include nausea, dizziness, and
drowsiness. Operate the vehicle in an
open area.
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LIMITATIONS ON WHO MAY
OPERATE THE VEHICLE
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This water vehicle is recommended only
for operators 16 and older with a valid
motor vehicle license.
Even though a motor vehicle operator’s
license is not required for water vehicle
operation in most states, it is one indicator that the operator has previously demonstrated a reasonable degree of
maturity, responsibility, and good judgment.
A responsible adult must supervise operation of this vehicle by minors.
Many states have minimum age and education requirements. Always check states
and all applicable local boating laws that
apply to you before you operate the vehicle.
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Your water vehicle is designed to carry
the operator and one or two passengers,
as long as the total weight does not
exceed the maximum load capacity.
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Never exceed the weight capacity nor
allow more than three persons (or two
persons with a skier) to ride this vehicle at
one time.
ATTENTION:
Maximum vehicle load capacity: 240 kg
(530 lb)
Includes weight of operator, passengers,
and any cargo.
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Do not try to ride with passengers until
you have considerable practice riding
alone. Operating with passengers
requires more skill. Take the time to
become accustomed to the handling
characteristics of the vehicle with passengers before trying any difficult maneuvers.
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CRUISING LIMITATIONS
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Do not jump boat wakes or follow another
boat or watercraft too closely. You
increase your risk of colliding with another
boat, which could result in severe injury or
death. Do not jump waves, wakes, or any
objects. You risk severe impact injuries.
Jumping can also cause damage to the
vehicle.
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Do not operate the vehicle 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 water
vehicle.
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As with any water sport, you should not
ride your water vehicle without someone
else near by. If you ride further than swimming distance from shore, you should be
accompanied by another boat or watercraft. It’s good, common sense!
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Never ride in w ater that is less than 60 cm
(2 feet) deep. You increase your chance
of hitting an underwater obstacle. You
could be injured.
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Do not operate the vehicle after sunset or
before dawn. It is not equipped with lighting required for night operation. You risk
collision with another boat which could
cause injury or death.
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The maximum performance potential of
this watercraft is not suitable for all conditions. Consider water conditions, weather,
boat traffic and other potential obstacles,
speed limits and other local laws, and
your abilities before attempting to travel at
higher speeds. Operate the watercraft no
faster than justified by these conditions.
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OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
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Operating your water vehicle requires
skills acquired only through practice over
a period of time. Take the time to learn the
basic operating techniques well, before
attempting more difficult maneuvers.
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Both operator and passengers must
always wear a U.S. Coast Guard
approved personal flotation device (vesttype) because of the drowning hazards
associated with water sports.
1 U.S. Coast Guard-approved personal flotation
device
2 Wet suit
3 Water shoes
4 Gloves
5 Eye protection
Strong streams of water from the jet noz-
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zle, or impact with the water surface can
be dangerous. Both operator and passengers must wear wet suits. Normal swimming attire may not adequately protect
you. A wet suit will help protect against
internal injuries to orifices (rectum and
vagina) from strong jet streams, and from
impact with the water surface. Wet suits
also help protect against hypothermia
(low body temperature) and abrasions.
Both operator and passengers should
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wear water shoes to help protect feet from
objects hidden under water. Wearing
gloves can also help protect hands from
abrasions.
Wind, water, and glare from the sun may
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get in your eyes while you operate your
water vehicle, reducing your ability to see.
You may want to consider wearing eye
protection such as sunglasses or goggles
while riding. Some may find, however,
that eye protection obstructs or distorts
their vision, and distracts from operation.
Only you know the circumstances in
which you operate your water vehicle, so
only you can decide if the benefits of eye
protection outweigh the potential hazards.
If you wear prescription lenses, consider
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measures to secure them against loss
while riding. For example, some goggles
are designed to be worn over glasses or
contact lenses. Restraining straps for
glasses are also made which are
designed to float if your glasses should
fall in the water.
Helmets meeting Snell or DOT standards
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are required for IJSBA-sanctioned races.
You must decide whether to wear a helmet while you ride recreationally. A helmet could help protect you in certain
kinds of accidents. You should also know
that a helmet could injure you in some
other riding conditions.
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 obstacles.
A helmet may have potential safety hazards, as well. A helmet could catch the
water during a fall into the water. This is
commonly called “bucketing.” 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.
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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. Consider a helmet
meeting Snell or DOT standards. If you
will be engaging in closed-course competition, follow the helmet requirements of
the sanctioning organization.
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NEVER ride the vehicle after consuming
alcohol or taking drugs.
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For reasons of safety and proper care,
always perform the pre-operation checks
on page 3-3 before riding.
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The operator and passengers should
always keep both feet on the footrest floor
when the vehicle is in motion. If you lift
your feet, you increase your chances of
losing your balance, and your feet could
hit objects outside the water vehicle. Do
not give a ride to a child whose feet cannot reach the footrest floor.
Passengers should firmly hold on-either
to the person in front of them or to the
handgrips provided.
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If you are pregnant or in poor health, ask
your doctor’s advice on whether it is safe
for you to ride this water vehicle.
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Do not attempt to modify this water vehicle!
Modifications to your machine may
reduce safety and reliability, and may
make the vehicle unsafe or illegal for use.
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The operator should always attach the
engine stop switch lanyard (cable) to his
left wrist so that the engine will stop if the
operator falls off.
Be sure the lanyard is not wrapped
around the handlebar or tangled in the
controls which would prevent the lanyard
from pulling away.
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To prevent accidental starting of the
engine, always remove the lock-plate
from the engine stop lanyard switch when
the engine is not running.
1 Engine stop lanyard switch
2 Engine stop switch lanyard
3 Lock-plate
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Always watch carefully for swimmers.
Stay away from swimming areas. Swimmers are hard to see and you could accidentally hit someone in the water.
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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 don’t see you, or
you maneuver more quickly than other
boaters expect, you risk a collision.
Maintain a safe distance from other boats
or watercraft, and also watch for boat’ s ski
ropes or fishing lines. Obey the “Rules of
the Road” (see page 1-15~1-18), and be
sure to check behind you before making a
turn.
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This water vehicle is included in the Class
A inboard boat classification of the U.S.
Coast Guard. A water craft of this type
MUST carry a fire extinguisher of a B-1
classification, with a capacity of two
pounds or more when navigating in
waters under Coast Guard jurisdiction. In
addition, most state and local boating
laws also require that the carry a USCGapproved extinguisher wherever it is operated.
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HAZARD INFORMATION
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When transporting or storing your water
vehicle, always place the fuel cock in the
“OFF” position. Otherwise, it is possible
for gasoline to overflow from the carburetor.
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Do not start the engine on land until
everyone is away from the stern. Hot
water and steam spurting from exhaust
outlet into the air can cause serious
burns.
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Hot muffler surfaces can cause serious
burns. Do not touch any muffler surface
during or after operation. The catalytic
converter gets hotter after the engine
stops.
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WATER VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS
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Jet thrust turns the vehicle. If you are
going faster than trolling speeds (the lowest maneuvering speed), you must use
throttle to turn. If you release the throttle
completely, you cannot turn-even if you
turn the handlebars. Practice turning in an
open area without obstructions until you
have a good feel for this maneuver.
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Yamaha water vehicles are water-jet propelled. The jet pump is directly connected
to the engine. This means that jet thrust
will produce some vehicle movement
whenever the engine is running. There is
no “neutral” position. You are either in
“forward” or “reverse,” depending upon
shift lever position.
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Boats, including your water vehicle, do
not have brakes.
Release the throttle or stop the engine to
slow down. Remember, however, that you
have no steering control without throttle.
Do not expect the “reverse” position to
work as a brake. Shifting to reverse will
not slow down or stop the vehicle from
higher speeds.
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Keep the following in mind when using
reverse:
Reverse is for launching and low speed
maneuvering only. Shift only when the
engine is idling or off. Do not shift while
applying throttle.
Make sure there are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting into
reverse.
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Keep hands, feet, hair, and all other parts
of your body and clothing away from jet
intake on the bottom of the hull while
engine is running because they could be
caught in the intake.
Stop the engine and remove the lock
plate from the engine stop lanyard switch
before removing any debris or weeds
which may have collected around the jet
intake.
Never insert any object in the jet pump
outlet. Service injury or death could result
from coming in contact with the rotating
parts of the jet pump.
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WATER SKIING
You can use this water vehicle to pull a
water skier. Keep the following in mind when
using the vehicle for skiing.
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Because this water vehicle does not have
the size or thrust of a traditional ski boat,
pulling a skier can affect steering and
handling.
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Your control while pulling a skier is
affected by the skier’s ability, as well as
water and weather conditions.
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The operator should be comfortable carrying passengers before attempting to
pull a skier.
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Make gradual turns; sharp turn s require a
high level of skill for both the operator and
skier.
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Watch for obstacles or other boating traffic which could be hazardous to the skier
as well as you and the vehicle.
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When pulling a skier, the observer should
face to the rear while holding the handgrip
with both hands. The observer should
always sit astride the seat with his or her
feet placed firmly on the foot step(s) on
the deck for proper balance.
1 Handgrip
2 Foot step
Towing certain object (such as other
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boats or watercraft, or heavy or bulky
items) can cause loss of steering control
and create a hazardous condition. If a
suitable object must be towed, ride slowly
and cautiously.
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RULES OF THE ROAD
Your Y amaha water vehicle is legally considered a power boat. Operation of this
water vehicle must be in accordance with
the rules and regulations governing the
waterway on which it is used.
Just as there are rules which apply when
you are driving on streets and highways,
there are waterway rules which apply when
you are riding your water vehicle. These
rules are used internationa lly, and are also
enforced by the United States Coast Guard
and local agencies. You should be aware of
these rules, and follow them whenever you
encounter another vessel on the water.
Several sets of rules prevail according to
geographic location, but are all basically the
same as the International Rules of the
Road. The rules presented here in your
owner’s/operator’s manual are condensed,
and have been provided for your convenience only. Consult your local U.S. Coast
Guard Auxiliary or Department of Motor
Vehicles for a complete set of rules governing the waters in which you will be riding
your water vehicle.
STEERING AND SAILING RULES
AND SOUND SIGNALS
Whenever two vessels on the water meet
one another, one vessel has the right-ofway; it is called the “stand-on” vessel. The
vessel which does not have the right-of-way
is called the “give-way” or “burdened” vessel. These rules determine which vessel has
the right-of-way, and what each vessel
should do.
Stand-On Vessel
The vessel with the right-of-way has the duty
to continue its course and speed, except to
avoid an immediate collision. When you
maintain your direction and speed, the other
vessel will be able to determine how best to
avoid you.
Give-Way Vessel
The vessel which does not have the right-ofway has the duty to take positive and timely
action to stay out of the way of the Stand-On
vessel. Normally, you should not cross in
front of the vessel with the right-of-way. You
should slow down or change directions
briefly and pass behind the other vessel.
You should always move in such a way that
the operator of the other vessel can see
what you are doing.
WARNING
Do not operate the vehicle after sunset or
before dawn. It is not equi pped wi th lighting required for night operation. You risk
collision with another boat which could
cause injury or death.
“The General Prudential Rule”
This rule is called Rule 2 in the International
Rules and says,
‘In obeying and construing these rules due
regard shall be had to all dangers of navigation and collision, and to any special circumstances, which may render a departure from
the above rules necessary in order to avoid
immediate danger.’
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In other words, follow the standard rules
except when a collision will occur unless
both vessels try to avoid each other. If that is
the case, both vessels become “Give-Way”
vessels.
RULES WHEN ENCOUNTERING
VESSELS
There are three main situations which you
may encounter with other vessels which
could lead to a collision unless the Steer ing
Rules are followed:
Meeting (you are approaching another vessel head-on)
Crossing (you are trav eling across the other
vessel’s path)
Overtaking (you are passing or being
passed by another vessel)
In the following illustration, your water vehicle is in the center. You should give the rightof-way to any vessels shown in the white
area (you are the Give-Way vessel). Any
vessels in the shaded area must yield to you
(they are the Give-Way vessels). Both you
and the meeting vessel must alter course to
avoid each other.
Meeting
If you are meeting another power vessel
head on, and are close enough to run the
risk of collision, neither of you has the r ightof-way! Both of you should alter course to
avoid an accident. You should keep the
other vessel on your port (left) side. This
rule doesn’t apply if both of you will clear
one another if you continue on your set
course and speed.
Crossing
When two power driven vessels are crossing
each other’s path close enough to run the
risk of collision, the vessel which has the
other on the starboard (right) side must keep
out of the way of the other. If the other vessel is on your right, you must keep out of its
way; you are the Give-Way vessel. If the
other vessel is on your port (left) side,
remember that you should maintain course
and direction, provided the other vessel
gives you the right-of-way as it should.
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Overtaking
If you are passing another vessel, you are
the “Give-Way” vessel. This means that the
other vessel is expected to maintain its
course and speed. You must stay out of its
way until you are clear of it. Likewise, if
another vessel is passing you, you should
maintain your speed and direction so that
the other vessel can steer itself around you.
OTHER SPECIAL SITUATIONS
There are three other rules you should be
aware of when riding your water vehicle
around other vessels.
Narrow Channels and Bends
When navigating in narrow channels, you
should keep to the right when it is safe and
practical to do so. If the operator of a powerdriven vessel is preparing to go around a
bend that may obstruct the view of other
water vessels, the operator should sound a
prolonged blast on the whistle (4 to 6 seconds). If another vessel is around the bend,
it too should sound the whistle. Even if no
reply is heard, however, the vessel should
still proceed around the bend with caution. If
you navigate such waters with your water
vehicle, you will need to carry a portable air
horn, available from local marine supply
stores.
Fishing Vessel Right-of-way
All vessels which are fishing with nets, lines
or trawls are considered to be “fishing vessels” under the International Rules. Vessels
with trolling lines are not considered fishing
vessels. Fishing vessels have the right-ofway regardless of position. Fishing vessels
cannot, however, impede the passage of
other vessels in narrow channels.
Sailing Vessel Right-of-Way
Sailing vessels should normally be given the
right-of-way. The exceptions to this are:
1. When the sailing vessel is overtaking
the power-driven vessel, the powerdriven vessel has the right-of-way.
2. Sailing vessels should keep clear of any
fishing vessel.
3. In a narrow channel, a sailing vessel
should not hamper the safe passage of
a power-driven vessel which can navigate only in such a channel.
Reading Buoys And Other Markers
The waters of the United States are marked
for safe navigation by the lateral system of
buoyage. Simply put, buoys and markers
have an arrangement of shapes, colors,
numbers and lights to show which side of
the buoy a boater should pass on when navigating in a particular direction. The markings on these buoys are oriented from the
perspective of being entered from seaward
(the boater is going towards the port). This
means that red buoys are passed on the
starboard (right) side when proceeding from
open water into port, and black buoys are to
port (left) side. When navigating out of port,
your position with respect to the buoys
should be reversed; red buoys should be to
port and black buoys to starboard.
Many bodies of water used by boaters are
entirely within the boundaries of a par ticular
state. The Uniform State Waterway Marking
System has been devised for these waters.
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This system uses buoys and signs with distinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory or advisory information. Th ese markers
are white with black letters and orange
boarders. They signify speed zones,
restricted areas, danger areas, and general
information.
Remember, markings may vary by geographic location. Always consult local boating authorities before riding your water
vehicle in unfamiliar waters.
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TO GET MORE BOATING
SAFETY INFORMATION
Be informed about boating safety. Additional
publications and information can be
obtained from many organizations, including
the following.
United States Coast Guard
Consumer Affairs Staff (G-BC)
Office of Boating, Public, and Consumer
Affairs
U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters
Washington, D.C. 20593-0001
Boating Safety Hotline: 1-800-368-5647
Personal Watercraft Industry Association
(PWIA)
401 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
Personal Watercraft Riders Association
(PWRA)
401 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
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ENJOY YOUR WATER
VEHICLE RESPONSIBLY
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You share the areas you enjoy when
riding your water vehicle with others and
with nature. So your enjoyment includes a
responsibility to treat these other people
and nature with respect and courtesy.
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Whenever and wherever you ride, think of
yourself as the guest of those around you.
Remember, for e xample, that the sound of
your water vehicle 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.
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Remember that pollution can be har mful
to the environment. Do not refuel or add
oil where a spill could cause damage to
nature. Remove your water vehicle from
the water and move it away from the
shoreline before refueling. Keep your surroundings pleasant for the people and
wildlife that share the waterways: do not
litter!
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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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FUEL REQUIREMENTS
GASOLINE (PETROL)
WARNING
GASOLINE (PETROL) AND ITS VAPORS
ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE!
● Do not smoke when refueling, and
keep away from sparks, flames, or
other sources of ignition.
● Stop the engine before refueling.
● Refuel in a well-ventilated area. Do not
stand or sit on the vehicle while refueling in case of fire.
● Take care not to spill gasoline (petrol).
If gasoline (petrol) spills, wipe it up
immediately with dry rags. Always
properly dispose of gasoline-soaked
rags.
● Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Stop fill-
ing when the fuel level just reaches the
bottom of the filler tube. Do not fill up
the filler tube because fuel expands as
it warms up and could overflow.
● Tighten the filler cap securely after
refueling.
● If you should swallow some gasoline
(petrol), inhale a lot of gasoline (petrol)
vapor, or get gasoline (petrol) in your
eyes, get immediate medical attention.
● If any gasoline (petrol) spills onto your
skin, immediately wash with soap and
water. Change clothing if gasoline
(petrol) spills on it.
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Recommended gasoline:
Unleaded regular gasoline with a
minimum octane rating of:
86 (Pump octane number)=(R+M)/2
90 (Research octane number)
Gasohol
There are two types of gasohol: gasohol
containing ethanol and that containing methanol. Gasohol containing ethanol can be
used if ethanol content does not exceed
10% and the fuel meets minimum octane
ratings. Gasohol containing methanol is not
recommended by Yamaha because it can
cause fuel system damage or engine performance problems.
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ENGINE OIL
CAUTION
Use only YAMALUBE 2-W oil. Using
another oil can seriously damage the catalytic converter and other engine components.
Recommended engine oil:
YAMALUBE 2-W oil only
NOTE:
YAMALUBE 2-W is developed for this water
vehicle and available from a Yamaha water
vehicle dealer.
CAUTION:
● Do not use leaded gasoline. Leaded
gasoline can seriously damage the
catalytic converter.
● Use only fresh gasoline (petrol) that
has been stored in clean containers.
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Chapter 2
FEATURES AND
FUNCTIONS
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LOCATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS
OPERATION OF CONTROLS AND
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Front seat...........................................2-5
Rear seat............................................2-5
Front hood..........................................2-6
Fuel and oil tank filler caps.................2-7
Fuel cock............................................2-7
Engine stop switch.............................2-8
Engine stop lanyard switch ................2-8
Choke knob........................................2-8
Throttle lever......................................2-9
Starter switch .....................................2 -9
Cooling water pilot outlet..................2-10
Steering............................................2-10
Tilt handle lever................................2-11
Shift lever.........................................2-12
Quick shift trim system(Q.S.T.S.).....2-13
Overheat warning system ................2-15
Exhaust temperature warning
system..............................................2-16
Handgrip...........................................2-17
Bow eye, rope holes, and cleat........2-17
Multifunction meter...........................2-18
Storage compartments.....................2-28
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LOCATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS
1 Handlebars
Control steering direction
2 Fuel tank filler cap
Unscrew counterclockwise to add fuel
Tighten securely clockwise
3 Rope hole
Rope attachment point for transporting,
mooring
4 Footrest floor
To place feet for balance
5 Foot steps
To be used by the observer as a footrest when
pulling a water skier
6 Front seat latch
7 Rear seat latch
Locking and releasing the seat rock
8 Intake grille
Prevents debris from getting into the jet pump
9 Speed sensor
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1 Cooling water pilot outlet
Check point of cooling water flowing
2 Bow eye
Rope attachment point for transporting,
mooring or towing the water vehicle in an
emergency
3 Front storage compartment
4 Front hood
5 Fuel cock
Select fuel flow from normal or reserve area of
the fuel tank, or shut off fuel flow
6 Oil tank filler cap
Unscrew counterclockwise to add oil
Tighten securely clockwise
7 Choke Knob
Pull knob when starting a cold engine
8 Fire extinguisher container
9 Cleat
Rope attachment point for pulling a water skier
0 Jet intake (Water intake)
Water inlet for jet stream
A Hand grip
B Rear seat
C Front seat
D Glove compartment
E Seat storage compartment
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1 Engine stop switch lanyard (Cable)
By connecting to the engine stop lanyard
switch and operator will stop the engine If the
operator falls off the vehicle
2 Engine stop switch
Depress to stop the engine
3 Lock-plate
Insert the lock-plate in the engine stop lanyard
switch to allow the engine to be started
Remove the lock-plate to stop the engine or
prevent it from starting
4 QSTS (Quick Shift Trim System) controller
Controls thrust trim for different operating conditions
5 Engine stop lanyard switch
Removing the lock-plate makes to stop the
engine and disable to start the engine
6 Starter switch
Depress to start the engine
7 Adjustable mirrors
8 Multi function meter
Shows vehicle speed, engine speed and some
other conditions on the vehicle
9 Shift lever (F-R)
Selects “Forward” or “Reverse” of the vehicle
0 Throttle lever
Controls the engine speed when accelerating
and decelerate
A Tilt handle lever
Adjusts the tilt position of the handlebar’s boss
B Reverse gate
Controls direction of thrust for reversing
C Drain plugs
Open to drain water in the bilge when the vehicle is on land. Tighten securely before launching craft
D Jet nozzle
Changes the direction of jet thrust according
to handlebar position to steer the vehicle
E Jet pump cover
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1 Spark plug / spark plug cap
2 Electrical box
Contains most electrical components in this
water resistant box
3 Flush hose connector
To flush the engine cooling water passages
4 High tension cord
Deliver electrical current to the spark plug
5 Muffler box
6 Fuel filter
Prevents dust contained in fuel from getting
into the carburetor
7 Fuel tank
8 Oil tank
9 Battery
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