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Yamaha EXCITER 270 Owner`s manual

1. 4 13 Throttle Cable Inspection 4 13 Choke Cable 4 14 Reverse Gate Mechanism 4 14 Fuse THE DIACC cT TT 4 14 E E E 4 15 SPECIFICATIONS et 4 17 MAINTENANCE amp CARE 4 STORAGE Storing your Jet Boat for prolonged periods of time such as winter storage requires preventative maintenance to ensure against deterioration It is advisable to have the Jet Boat serviced by an authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer before storage However the fol lowing procedures can be performed by the owner with a minimum of tools FUEL SYSTEM Top off the fuel tank with fresh fuel adding one ounce of Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and Stabilizer Part No LUB FUELC 12 00 or an equivalent to each gallon of fuel A full fuel tank is less likely to allow condensation to col lect in the tank reducing the chance of contaminated fuel Running the engines with treated fuel during cooling system flushing will also help protect carburetors and fuel lines NOTE Use of Yamaha Fuel Conditioner and Stabilizer eliminates the need to drain the fuel system Consult your Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic if the fuel system is to be drained instead 4 1 COOLING SYSTEM FLUSHING CD Flush Hose Connector 2 Gard
2. 5 3 Jet Pump Clean Out Procedure TROUBLESHOOTING amp SPECIAL PROCEDURES TROUBLESHOOTING If any trouble happens on your Jet Boat use this section to check for possible cause If you can not find the cause or if the procedure for replacement or repair is not described in this owner s manual ask your Yamaha Jet Boat dealer or qualified mechanic for the proper service The Troubleshooting Chart contains TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY REFER PAGE Check the possible cause and remedy and also the referred page for the maintenance steps to solve the trouble TROUBLESHOOTING CHART TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY e Starter motor Burned out Replace the fuse and 4 does not turn check wiring y 5 BA O Tighten as required connections 9 Jet pump Not latched Latch securely cleanout hatch e Starter e Have serviced at Fault component Yamaha dealer Shift lever Not in Neutral Shift to Neutral e Starter motor Stop switch Lock plate is not Install lock plate 2 5 turns over in place engine does not start Fuel cock OFF position Turn the fuel cock to ON 2 9 Empty e Refill as soon as possible 3 Fuel Stale or Have serviced at contaminated Yamaha dealer Water or dust Have service at collected Yamaha dealer Fuel tank Built up pressure Open the fuel tank filler _ cap and
3. THE OWNER Thank you for choosing a Yamaha Jet Boat This Owners Manual contains information you will need for proper operation maintenance and care A thorough understanding of these sim ple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha If you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your Jet Boat please consult a Yamaha dealer YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A Because Yamaha has a policy of con tinuing product improvement this prod uct may not be exactly as described in this Owners Manual Specifications are subject to change without notice This manual should be considered a permanent part of this Jet Boat and should remain with it even if the boat is subsequently sold IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION In this manual information of particular importance is distinguished in the fol lowing ways The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED CAUTION Failure to follow WARNING instruc tions could result in severe injury or death to the machine operator a bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the Jet Boat A CAUTION indicates special cautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the Jet Boat NOTE A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer EXCITER JET BOAT EXT1100W OWNER S MANUAL 1997 by Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A 1st Edition Novemb
4. Throttle lever starboard right engine EJ Full speed AWARNING Before starting the engine always check the operation of each throttle lever It should move smoothly through its full range of operation Otherwise there could be loss of control and an accident FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS 2 separate throttle lever controls each engine In normal operation the throttle levers are moved together Moving the throttle levers forward increases engine speed Move both throttles to the idle position before using the shift lever SHIFT LEVER SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING Check throttle steering and shift lever for proper operation before starting the engine Shift into neutral before starting engines Put throttle levers in idle position before shifting Make sure there are no people or objects behind the boat before starting or shifting into Reverse When operating in Reverse go slowly Do not open the throttle more than half Otherwise the boat may become unstable which could result in loss of con trol and an accident Do not shift into Reverse while traveling at planing speeds Loss of control boat swamping or damage to the boat could occur CAUTION Do not use control levers as grab handles because damage can occur NOTE This Jet Boat is equipped with a mechanical interlock that prevents shift lever movement unless bot
5. 3 18 3 3 Drain GS NNI RT 3 8 Fuel tank filler 2 8 Draining the 3 8 4 3 Fuse replacement 4 14 E Fuses and circuit breakers 2 12 4 14 Electrical box 21 Emergency 5 3 Garden NOSE adapter 4 1 Engine compartment 9 1 3 9 Gasoline petrol 3 1 Engine 2 13 Gasoline petrol and engine NE 3 3 EROS 3 2 UO OS 2 9 Engine oil level light 2 10 Getting to know youi det Boisnis 3 15 Engine serial numbers 1 1 IHREN 4 7 lanyard 1 10 2 5 3 10 3 12 Grease nipples 4 8 4 9 Enjoy your Jet Boat responsibly 1 20 Grease 4 7 Exclusions from warranty 61 F Hood latch P 2 13 Filling the gasoline 3 3 Horn 1 8 3 10 Filling the oil Fire 3 6 Float plan 1 13 6 6 Iden
6. Fuel Tank Compartment Drain Plug 2 2 gt Te s 2 2 FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS 2 LOCATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS Bow light Bow eye Storage compartments rire extinguisher holder EJ Grab handles al Cleats Fuel system inspection access cover Fuel cocks Throttles Shifter Stern light storage Stern light socket Ski tow hook EZ Jet pump cleanout access panel Pump cleanout interlock switches Rear boarding step Deck drains 2 3 2 FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS LOCATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS STARBOARD E ui I STARBOARD PORT E PORT Control Features Speedometer 3 Switches lachometer Breakers Low oil warning light Fuel gauge Steering wheel EJ Lanyard switch Mirrors Ignition switch keys Control Features EE Bilge outlet Steering nozzles Clean out compartment drain Boarding step on transom Trailer strap eyes Ride plates El Pump gates E Hull drain plug Jet pumps Speedometer pick up 2 4 FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS 2 OPERATION CONTROLS AND OTHER FUNCTIONS STEERING 7 Steering wheel Your Jet Boat can be steered by turn ing the steering wheel the same direc tion you wish to travel to the right or left When the wheel is turned the angle of the jet output nozzles at the rear of the craft is changed and the change in direction of the nozzl
7. be operating The following are some important considerations for minimiz ing risks while waterskiing Wear an approved PFD preferably a brightly colored one so boat oper ators can see you PFD Gloves 3 Wetsuit Wear a wetsuit when waterskiing to protect against injury to body orifices rectum and vagina from impact with the water surface if you fall or strong streams of water from the boat s jet nozzles while in the water behind 1 14 1 SAFETY INFORMATION the boat A wetsuit can also help protect against hypothermia low body temperature and abrasions A second person should be on board as an observer to watch the skier in most states it is required law Let the skier direct the opera tors control of boat speed direction with hand signals The observer should sit securely in the seat hold onto the handles or straps provided and place feet firm ly on the floor for proper balance while facing to the rear to watch the skiers hand signals and condition The front port side seat has a han dle for a backward facing observer When preparing to pull a skier operate the Jet Boat at the slowest possible speed until the boat is well away from the skier and slack in the tow rope is taken up Be careful that the rope is not looped around any thing After checking that the skier is ready and to be sure there is no traf fic or obstacles apply enough throt tle to raise the skier Make
8. ened before operating your Jet Boat Gasoline petrol its vapors are highly flammable and explosive If a fuel or a fuel water mix drains from the fuel tank compartment drain or is found in the engine compartment wipe it up immediately with dry rags Do not operate the boat until the source of the fuel leak is found and corrected OPERATION 3 Engine Compartment Operate the bilge blower for at least 4 Check for proper operation of the bow minutes before starting the engines ang stern lights by pressing the switch Open engine hood and check to be onthe control panel sure no gasoline vapors are present Check for fuel leaks or loose electrical connection 1 Blower motor Gasoline vapors explode Before starting the engines operate the blower for at least 4 minutes and check the engine compartment bilge for gasoline vapors Do not start the engines if you can smell fuel vapors If the stern light is not installed remove in the engine compartment if there it from the storage area lift the socket are any loose electrical connections cover and install it into the socket to Contact your dealer if there is a prob check operation lem you cannot locate or correct 3 9 Press the horn switch to be sure the horn operates 1 Starter switch 2 Engine stop switch 3 Lock plate First place the boat in the water to pro vide adequat
9. 3 4 16 sil 3 8 Cooling water outlets 3 10 Engine compartment 3 9 Fire extinguisher 3 6 Fuel leak 3 8 3 9 4 3 4 10 Fuel oil level 3 7 Jet intake 3 7 5 4 Pre operation checks 3 4 Post operation checks 3 20 Steering 2 5 3 5 4 13 Throttle 22 3 5 4 13 Checklists 1 8 3 4 4 5 5 1 Choke cable adjustment 4 14 Choke knobs 2 8 4 14 Circuit breakers and fuses 2 12 4 14 Cleaning sess 4 3 Cleaning jet pump intake and impeller 5 4 ON E E 2 2 Connecting battery terminals 4 16 Connecting jumper cables 5 3 Cooling system flushing 4 1 Cooling water pilot outlet 2 11 3 10 Crossing Rules of the Road 1 16 Cruising limitations 1 12 Customer s responsibility warranty 6 1 Customer Service warranty 6 3 6 CONSUMER INFORMATION amp INDEX D Fuel system inspection 4 10 iina 28 ss 4 11 Docking
10. 500 rpm Engine overheat Cooling system Jet Boat speed Jet intake clogged too slow or Jet intake clogged Clean loses power Engine overheat Clean D BA Clean Cooling system clogged Fuel Filter Clogged Fouled or defective Replace I Clean Have serviced at Yamaha dealer T T Spark plug Incorrect heat range Replace Adjust Fit properly T Gap incorrect e Spark plug caps Loose Stale or contaminated Have serviced at Yamaha dealer T Engine speed will be limited to 3 500 rpm by the overheat warning device 5 2 TROUBLESHOOTING amp SPECIAL PROCEDURES JUMP STARTING EMERGENCY PROCEDURES TOWING THE JET BOAT 1 Bow eye The Jet Boat should be towed only if it becomes inoperative The towing rope should be long enough so that the Jet Boat will not col lide with the towing boat when slowing down A good rule of thumb is a tow rope which is three times the combined length of the towing boat and the Jet Boat Tow the Jet Boat using the bow eye only Tow the boat at no wake speed The operator of the towing boat must keep speed to a minimum and avoid traffic or obstacles which could be a hazard to the driver on the Jet Boat 5 3 jumper cable D Negative Positive jumper cable If the boat batteries run down the eng
11. E S plan coverage is only available to Yamaha owners like you and only while your Yamaha is still within the first year of the Yamaha Limited Warranty period So visit your authorized Yamaha dealer to get all the facts He can show you how easy it is to protect your investment with Yamaha Extended Service We urge you to act now You ll get the excellent benefits of TRIP cover age right away and you ll rest easy knowing you ll have strong factory backed protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires You can also save money Y E S costs less within the first 90 days after you buy your Yamaha See your dealer today A special note If visiting your dealer isn t convenient contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number or Hull Identification Number We ll be happy to help you get the Y E S coverage you need Yamaha Service Marketing P O Box 6555 Cypress CA 90630 714 761 7632 CONSUMER INFORMATION amp INDEX 6 Bow Deck Give Way Gunwale Hatch Helm Hull Lanyard PFD Planing Port Stand On Starboard Stern Sub Planing Transom Trolling BOATING TERMS The front part of the boat The floor or upper structure which covers the hull The vessel which must yield the right of way when two boats meet The meeting junction of the deck and hull the upper edge around the boat Pronounced gun l An opening in the deck which provides access below The steering console The basic part
12. Whenever two vessels on the water meet one another one vessel has the right of way 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 de termine 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 of way has the duty to take posi tive and timely action to stay out of the way of the Stand On vessel Normally you should not cross in front of the ves sel 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 The General Prudential Rule regarding the right of way is that if a collision appears unavoidable neither boat has the right of way Both boats must avoid the collision 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 1 15 RULES WHEN ENCOUNTERING VESSELS There are three main situations which you may encounter with other
13. an overheat warning device If either engine starts to over heat the engine speed of the affected engine will be limited to about 3 500 rpm Each engine is equipped with cooling water pilot outlets on the starboard side of the hull Check that water comes out of the outlet while the engine is running particularly while applying throttle If you do not see any water at the outlet cooling water may not be circulating in the engine NOTE If water cooling passages on the engines are dry it will take about 20 seconds for water to reach the pilot outlets after starting If water is not circulating something may be clogging the jet intake grate Refer to the Jet Pump Clean Out pro cedures on page 5 4 for further infor mation CAUTION If the cause of overheating cannot be found and corrected take special precautions to avoid major engine damage while you return to shore SINGLE ENGINE OVERHEATING Shut off the overheating engine and use the properly running engine to return to shore Operate at no wake speed to prevent water from flooding the non operating engine through the cooling water intake BOTH ENGINES OVERHEATING If getting a tow from another vessel is not possible operate both engines just slightly above idle while you return to shore you can be towed refer to Towing the Jet Boat on page 5 3 SWITCHES Blower 2 Bilge Pump Press this switch t
14. components to match the comforting 5 year standard protection on the hull Y E S is designed and administered by the same Yamaha people who handle your warranty and it shows in the comprehen sive coverage benefits There are no limi tations on hours of use Coverage isn t lim ited to moving parts or the drive train like many other plans And Y E S covers manufacturing defects just like the warran ty See the sample contract at your Yamaha dealer to see how comforting uninterrupted factory backed protection can be You don t have to pay anything for covered repairs There s no deductible to pay and repairs aren t prorated You don t have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is included at no extra cost TRIP gives you up to 150 reimbursement per occurrence for any reasonable expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service 6 4 replacement vehicle rental emergency towing phone calls even food and lodging when you are away from home This superb coverage goes into effect when you purchase Y E S so it applies to any warranty repairs as well as covered repairs during your entire Y E S plan period Y E S coverage is honored at any autho rized Yamaha dealer nationwide Y E S coverage is transferrable to a new owner if you sell or trade in That can make your Yamaha Jet Boat much more valuable This excellent Y
15. or explosion could result Oil tank capacity 2 6 US gal 10 lit 3 3 OPERATION PRE OPERATION CHECKS If any item in the Pre Operation check is not working properly have CHECK LIST it inspected and repaired before operating the Jet Boat Otherwise an Before Operating this Jet Boat perform accident could occur the following checks ITEM CHECK STEERING Check for proper steering operation THROTTLE Check for proper throttle operation SHIFTING Check for proper shift operation FIRE EXTINGUISHER Check readiness of the extinguisher HULL Check the hull for damage or cracks before launching JET WATER Check that no debris is in the intakes 3 7 INTAKES before launching FUEL SYSTEM Check fuel system for leaks FUEL AND ENGINE Check fuel and oil level add as necessary 3 7 OIL LEVELS BATTERY Check battery condition mounting and connection DRAINAGE SYSTEM Check and remove all water and fuel residue 3 8 before launching Be sure drain plugs are tightened ENGINE Operate the blower for at least 4 minutes 3 9 COMPARTMENT Open engine hood and check to be sure no gasoline vapors are present ENGINE HOOD Check that hood latch is secure LIGHTS AND HORN Check lights to be sure they operate 3 9 Press horn button to be sure it operates SWITCHES Check operation of the ignition start switches 3 10 and engine stop switch lanyard COOLING WATER Check that water comes out while the 3 10 PILOT OUTLETS engin
16. reducing jet thrust and possibly damaging jet pump parts In some cases the engine may overheat because of lack of cooling water and damage could result Engine cooling water is fed to the engine by the jet pumps see pages 2 11 Refer to Jet Pump Clean Out proce dures on page 5 4 before attempting to remove weeds or debris from the jet intake or impeller areas Rotating parts could cause severe injury or death Before attempting to remove weeds or debris from the jet intake or impeller areas shut off the engines remove ignition key then remove the engine stop switch lan yard from the stop switch 3 Fuel System Refer to page 4 10 FUEL SYSTEM INSPECTION for correct procedure Fuel and Engine Oil Levels 1 Turn the main switch key to ON Wait for the fuel gauge needle to stop moving then note the fuel level Add fuel if necessary NOTE The fuel level is most accurate when the boat is sitting level on the trailer or in the water 2 Open the engine hatch then check oil level in the tank Add as neces sary Battery The Jet Boat uses one battery Check the battery condition and the battery electrolyte level Make sure connec tions are tight and that battery is prop erly secured The battery must always be fully charged and in good condition Loss of battery power may leave you stranded Never operate the Jet Boat if the battery does not have sufficient power to sta
17. release pressure Spark plug Fouled or defective Clean or replace e Spark plug cap Not fitted or loose Fit properly 9 Have serviced at Filled with fuel Dealer Crankcase Filled with water Crank engine with spark plug out until clean Fual Clogged or water Have serviced at 4 11 collected Yamaha Dealer e Choke Knob automatically Tighten the choke cable 4 14 returns tension adjust nut Turn the fuel cock to RES reserve to return to shore 5 1 TROUBLESHOOTING amp SPECIAL PROCEDURES TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY U fo Empty Refill as soon as possible 3 3 Engine runs irregularly or stalls contaminated Have serviced at Yamaha dealer Have serviced at Yamaha dealer Oil and gasoline mixture is too rich Choke Knob is left pulled Push it in fully T ju Co Have serviced at Yamaha dealer Water or dust Fuel filter collected Fouled or defective Replace T e Spark plug Incorrect heat range Replace Adjust Fit properly i Gap incorrect T o 9 9 BA O Loose electrical e Spark plug connections Cracked torn or Tighten or connect properly Replace Incorrect idle Adi Adjustment e Carburetor Have service at Yamaha dealer B Engine won t run Jet intake clogged Clean over 3
18. sparking and explosion 1 Remove the caps from the cells Add distilled water if necessary to top up the electrolyte to the proper level 2 Follow the battery manufacturer s instructions for charging Connecting The Battery Terminals Always make sure the connections are correct when you install the battery in the Jet Boat Make sure that the breather pipe is properly connected and that it is not damaged or obstruct ed 4 MAINTENANCE amp CARE D Positive 4 Red lead 2 Negative Black lead 3 Accessory Red lead CAUTION BATTERY REMOVAL Disconnect battery leads and the breather pipe before removing the battery Disconnect the negative lead first BATTERY INSTALLATION Connect the red lead and accessory red lead to the positive terminal of the battery Connect the black lead and the black accessory lead to the negative terminal of the battery 4 16 MAINTENANCE amp CARE SPECIFICATIONS UNIT EXT1100 JET BOAT VEHICLE CAPACITY Maximum people on board Maximum load capacity DIMENSIONS Length Beam Draft Dry weight PERFORMANCE Maximum output Maximum fuel consumption Cruising range full throttle ENGINE Number of engines Engine type 2 stroke Number of cylinder 3 cylinders each engine Displacement 1051 64 each engine Bore amp stroke 81x68 3 19 x 2 68 Compression ratio Lubrication system Cooling system Starting system Ignition system Sp
19. way as it should 1 16 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 STAND ON VESSEL GIVE WAY VESSEL 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 GIVE WAY VESSEL dumm OTHER SPECIAL SITUATIONS There are three other rules you should be aware of when driving your Jet Boat 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 oper ator of a power driven vessel is prepar ing to go around a bend that may obstruct the view of other water ves sels the operator should sound a pro longed blast on the horn 4 to 6 sec onds If another vessel is around the bend it too should sound the horn Even if no reply is heard however the vessel should still proceed around the bend with caution 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 of way regardless of position Fishing vessels cannot however impede the passage of o
20. 1 Grease capacity 33 0 35 0 cm 1 11 1 18 oz 2 Grease capacity 6 0 8 0 cm 0 20 0 27 oz 3 Grease capacity 8 0 cm 0 27 oz 4 Grease capacity 2 0 cm 0 07 oz 4 5 SPARK PLUG CLEANING AND ADJUSTMENT The spark plug is an important engine component and is easy to inspect The condition of the spark plug can indicate something about the condition of the engine For example if the center elec trode porcelain is very white this could indicate an intake air leak or carbure tion problem in that cylinder Do not attempt to diagnose any prob lems yourself Instead take the Jet Boat to a Yamaha Jet Boat dealer You should periodically remove and inspect the spark plug because heat and deposits will cause the spark plug to slowly break down and erode If elec trode erosion becomes excessive or if carbon and other deposits are exces sive you should replace the spark plug with another of the correct type Standard spark plug BR 8HS Before installing the spark plug mea sure the electrode gap with a wire thickness gauge adjust the gap to specification if necessary Spark plug gap 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in 4 6 4 MAINTENANCE amp CARE When fitting the plug always clean the gasket surface and use a new gasket Wipe off any dirt from the threads and screw in the spark plug to the correct torque Spark plug torque 25 Nm 2 5 m kg 18 ft lb NOTE Before installing the spar
21. 90630 WARRANTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Q What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period A The customer s responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance services non war ranty repairs accident and collision damages What are some examples of abnormal strain neglect or abuse A These terms are general and overlap each other in areas Specific examples include Running the Jet Boat out of oil operating the boat with a broken or damaged part which causes another part to fail and so on If you have any specific questions on operation or maintenance please contact your Yamaha Jet Boat dealer for advice Q Does the warranty cover incidental costs such as transportation due to a failure A No The warranty is limited to repair of the Jet Boat itself May perform any or all of the recommended maintenance shown in the Owners Manual instead of having the dealer do them A Yes if you are a qualified mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner s and Service Manual We do recommend however that items requiring special tools or equipment be done by a Yamaha Jet Boat dealer 6 2 CONSUMER INFORMATION amp INDEX 6 Will the warranty be void or cancelled if do not operate or maintain my new Jet Boat exact ly as specified in the Owner s Manual No The warranty on a new Jet Boat cannot be voided or cancelled However if a particu lar failure is caused by operat
22. AILER LICENSE MAKE MODEL DESTINATION LORAN OR GPS COORDINATES INTENDED ACTIVITY EXPECTED RETURN DATE TIME LOCAL U S COAST GUARD PHONE 6 6 CONSUMER INFORMATION amp INDEX 6 INDEX A Accident Reporting 1 20 Adjustment and Maintenance 4 4 Ag hi 1 7 ANCNOT 1 8 Apparel sss 1 9 B Bad weather operation 1 12 1 9 Battery 3 7 4 3 4 5 Battery handling 4 15 RE 3 19 Bearing housing 4 8 Bilge o ER NETT 2 12 8 6 Bleeding the oil injection pump 4 12 Blower eese 2 12 3 9 Boarding from a dock or landing 3 17 Boarding from the water 3 16 Boating education 1 19 Boating safety information 1 19 BOW 2 2 3 23 3 25 5 3 Brakes not having 1 11 3 18 Break in procedure 3 14 Buoys and other markers 1 18 C Capacity MII MR RET 1 7 Carburetor adjustment 4 12 Caution 1 2 6 7 Change of address 6 3 Checks Battery condition 3 7 4
23. E YOUR JET BOAT Before boating always perform the Pre Operation Checks listed on page 3 4 The short time spent checking the machine s condition will reward you with added safety and a more reliable Jet Boat Know and follow U S Coast Guard state and local laws when operating your Jet Boat Select a wide area to learn in where visibility is good and other boat traffic is light Keep the proper distance from other boats and vehicles Do not oper ate where people are swimming Always attach the engine stop switch lanyard to your personal flotation device before operating You and all other passengers must always wear a U S Coast Guard approved personal flotation device when riding in the Jet Boat You should consider wearing water shoes eye pro tection gloves and other protective apparel Water sports increase your risk of injury from contact with your boat other vessels docks rocks or coral Waterskiiers must also wear a wetsuit to protect against jet thrust or impact with the water surface particu larly as speeds increase Normal swim ming attire may not adequately protect you Grip the wheel firmly and keep both feet on the deck when driving the Jet Boat BOATING WITH PASSENGERS When one or more passengers are on board the boat may handle differently SO operating it requires a higher degree of skill Remember Your Jet Boat is designed for one operator and up to four pas sengers only Ne
24. EERING CABLE INSPECTION THROTTLE CABLE INSPECTION amp l sure to check Push and pull the throttle levers through their full range with the shift lever in Neutral Repeat with the shift lever in Forward and again in Reverse 2 Check for proper steering adjust Both throttle levers should move ment The nozzles should both point smoothly from idle to full throttle and straight back when the steering If not ask your Yamaha Jet Boat wheel is centered dealer for service 1 Check for smooth operation of the wheel and steering nozzles If steering is stiff or misadjusted ask your Yamaha dealer to service it AWARNING Improper throttle operation could result in an accident Check for proper throttle operation before starting the engines 4 13 CHOKE CABLE ADJUSTMENT Qe il oe 5 MENS E 1 DU 1 Pull the choke knob out until it stops Release the knob The knob should not move If it moves back on its own tight en the friction adjustment slightly If the knob is difficult to move loosen the fric tion adjustment slightly REVERSE GATE MECHANISM INSPECTION 1 Remove the engine stop switch lan yard and ignition keys 2 Put the throttle levers in the idle position otherwise the shift lever will not move 3 Push the shift lever to Forward from the Neutral position while a second person observes shift gat
25. GREAS 14 CT or YAMAHA Grease A The first service should be done after 10 hours or 1 month by your YAMAHA dealer Fill the bearing housing with water resistant grease through the grease nipple Grease capacity 33 0 35 0 cc 1 11 1 18 oz After first service Every 100 hours or 6 months you may do this yourself Grease capacity 6 0 8 0 cc 0 20 0 27 oz CAUTION Fill the grease slowly and carefully because it can damage the hose and the joints MAINTENANCE amp CARE 4 Starter motor idle gear D Starter motor idle gear grease nip ple Grease the starter motor idle gear with water resistant grease through the grease nipple Hecommended water resistant grease YAMAHA Marine Grease ACC GREAS 14 CT or YAMAHA Grease A The first service should be done after 10 hours or 1 month by your YAMAHA dealer Fill the starter motor idle gear through the grease nipple Grease capacity 8 0 cc 0 27 oz After first service Every 100 hours or 6 months you may do this yourself Grease capacity 2 0 cc 0 12 oz CAUTION Fill the grease slowly and carefully because it can damage the hose and the joints 4 9 FUEL SYSTEM INSPECTION Gasoline Petrol and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive Failure to check for and repair fuel leakage may result in fire or explo sion Check the fuel system for leaks cracks or malfunctions If any problem is found do th
26. N amp INDEX 6 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A JET BOAT LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A hereby warrants that new Yamaha Jet Boats will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the period of time stated herein subject to certain stat ed limitations PERIOD OF WARRANTY The hull and deck on any new Yamaha Jet Boat purchased for plea sure use from an authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer in the United States will be warranted against major structural defects for a period of five 5 years in pleasure use or for one 1 year in commercial applications All other Yamaha Jet Boat components will be warranted against defects in material or workmanship subject to exclusions noted herein for a period of one 1 year from date of purchase in pleasure use or ninety 90 days from the date of purchase in commercial applications Replacement parts used in warranty repairs will be warranted for the balance of the applicable warranty period The warranty described here applies to Jet Boats purchased and registered for use in the United States only For warranty provisions outside the United States contact that particular country s local Yamaha distributor OBTAINING REPAIRS UNDER WARRANTY During the period of warranty any authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer will free of charge repair or replace at Yamaha s option any parts adjudged defective by Yamaha due to faulty workmanship or material from the factory All parts
27. ON PUMP 7 Air bleeding screw To bleed the oil injection pump loosen the air bleeding screw on the bleed hose Oil will flow into the oil injection pump Hold a rag under the screw hole to catch oil as it spills out Keep letting oil run out until there are no bubbles in the oil Tighten the screw firmly and wipe up any spilled oil completely Properly dispose of oil Soaked rags CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The carburetors are vital parts of the engine and require very sophisticated adjustment Most adjusting should be left to a Yamaha Jet Boat dealer who has the professional Knowledge and experience to do so However the fol lowing point may be serviced by the owner as part of his usual maintenance routine 4 MAINTENANCE amp CARE CAUTION The carburetor was set at the Yamaha factory after many tests If the settings are disturbed without having technical knowledge poor engine performance and damage may result Trolling Speed Idle D Throttle stop screw NOTE A diagnostic tachometer is useful for this procedure Place the Jet Boat afloat Start the engine and warm it up for one or two minutes Using a diagnostic tachometer adjust one engine s speed to specification Turn the throttle stop screw clockwise to increase engine speed or counter clockwise to decrease engine speed Repeat the procedure on the other engine Trolling speed 1 200 1 300 r p m 4 12 MAINTENANCE amp CARE 4 ST
28. SIC BOATING 5 1 15 1 15 Steering and Sailing and Sound 5 1 15 Rules When Encountering Vessels eese 1 16 Other Special Situations 1 17 GET MORE BOATING SAFETY 1 19 Boating ETE 1 19 ACCIDENT 4 2 22222 1 20 ENJOY YOUR JET BOAT RESPONSIBLY 1 20 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 IDENTIFICATION NUMBER RECORDS Record your Primary 1 0 H I N and engine numbers in the spaces provid ed to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha Jet Boat dealer Also record and keep these 1 0 numbers a separate place in case your Jet Boat is stolen PRIMARY 1 0 NUMBER GP a a E HEL i ii HD AP The Primary I D number is stamped on a label 1 attached to the inside of the engine compartment HULL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 1 211111111111 H I N is stamped a 5 attached to the right rear corner of the hull ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER PORT STARBOARD The Engine Serial Numbers stamped on a lab
29. T BOAT sss 3 15 Getting to Know Your Jet 3 15 Learning to Operate Your Jet 3 15 Boating with 3 16 Boarding from the WV ALC 3 16 Boarding from a Dock or Landing 3 17 3 17 3 18 BOCKI E TOTO yy 3 18 Leaving a T E M 3 19 CaCI O 3 19 Crossing 3 20 POST OPERATION 65 02002211 3 20 1151 15 P 3 22 nn 3 22 SR ESS AE ORA SS 3 22 Backing Your 6 1 3 23 3 24 RR RON 3 24 O 3 25 OPERATION 3 FUEL REQUIREMENTS GASOLINE PETROL Use regular unleaded 87 octane R M 2 gasoline petrol ITS GASOLINE PETROL AND VAPORS ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE Do not smoke when refueling and keep away from sparks flames or other sources of ignition Stop engine and turn ignition keys to Off before refueling Refuel in a well ventilated area If the Jet Boat is in the water be sure it is securely moored to the fueling dock All passenge
30. TIONS STORAGE COMPARTMENTS Under Hood Center Tray There are five on board storage com partments Bow Storage a Under Hood Port Side Make sure all panels and covers in place prior to launching or driving the Jet Boat NOTE There is a drain plug in the bottom of the port side storage compartment Pull the plug out to drain water and press down firmly to seal The bilge pump will drain excessive water 2 14 3 OPERATION FUEL REQUIREMENTS 2 202 22 2 3 1 Gasoline Perol e 3 1 24113 1 59 3 2 INJECTION SYSTEM 020022222122 3 2 GASOLINE PETROL AND ENGINE OIL FILLING 3 3 Filing the Gasoline Petrol Tank esses 3 3 3 3 PRE OPERATION 65 3 4 620 4 3 4 CECE OIE SS O RS 3 5 3 11 Starting the Engines 3 11 Stopping 116 Ma 9 18 3 14 Break In Running In 3 14 DRIVING YOUR JE
31. ales especially if wet 2 Sit in one of the seats provided and put both feet on the deck CAUTION Do not use control levers as grab handles because damage can occur TURNING You need engine power to turn Pulling the throttle levers back to idle or shutting off engines can cause you to hit an obstacle you are attempting to avoid Be sure passengers are holding on before making turns An unprepared passenger could lose balance and fall Engine power produces thrust from the jet pumps Directional control is provid ed by opening the throttle and turning the wheel To make a turn at higher than trolling speed Turn the wheel in the desired direction and apply enough throttle to make your turn High thrust turns the boat sharply low thrust turns less sharply Pulling back the throttle completely above trolling speed causes the boat to go Straight even if you turn the steering wheel TURNS CANNOT BE MADE WITHOUT APPLYING THROTTLE As you make turns remember that boats steer from the stern As you make a turn to the right for example the stern of the boat swings to the left This char acteristic is particularly important to understand when maneuvering near obstacles such as docks or buoys TURNING RIGHT 3 17 STOPPING 404 FT 123 M e M The Jet Boat is not equipped with a separate braking system It
32. ark plug Spark plug gap Recommended battery Number of people 930 16 7 fU 13 1690 feet inches feet inches inches HP kW rpm US gal h L h 110 80 9 6500 each engine 12 2 gal 46 L each engine 23 Oil injection Water cooled Electric starter U NGK BR8HS mm 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 032 Qty 1 Marine Grade Group 24 Dual Purpose 675 Marine Cranking Amp 12 100 Flywheel magneto Battery capacit Voltage Amp Hours Charging system DRIVE UNIT Propulsion system Jet pump type Impeller rotation Impeller pitch Transmission Steering nozzle angle FUEL AND OIL Fuel Recommended engine oil Jet pump Axial flow single stage w reverse Counter clockwise rear view 16 5 20 Direct drive from engine 23 1 leading trailing 5 Regular unleaded gasoline YAMALUBE 2 STROKE OUTBOARD OIL or an equivalent TC W3 certified outboard oil 34 gal 129 L 2 6 gal 10 L Fuel tank capacity US gal Oil tank capacity US gal Chapter 5 TROUBLESHOOTING amp SPECIAL PROCEDURES TROUBLESHOOTING sisi kasa a a be 5 1 Troubleshooting Chart sess 5 1 SPECIAL 5 3 TOWING Ne Jel BOAT 5 3 Jump SLANG serorsntetunteuniesnuteoes
33. at a torque wrench is also necessary for tightening nuts and bolts properly TOOL KIT Do not attempt to modify this Jet Boat Modifications to your boat may reduce safety and reliability and may make the boat illegal for use 4 4 MAINTENANCE amp CARE PERIODIC INSPECTION CHART Frequency of maintenance operations may be adjusted according to the operating conditions but the following table gives general guidelines Indicates the checkups which you may do yourself Indicates work to be done by your Yamaha dealer Maintenance interval Initial Thereafter Every 50 100 hours hours 3 6 6 12 months months months months Spark plug Inspection Cleaning Adjustment Gemmm 5 Oil injection system Inspection Cleaning gt AR oj N 1 1 1 1 Carburetor adjustment Inspection Adjustment Trolling speed idle Adjustment Carburetor throttle shaft EE ME NN WEN NEN uu Cooling water passages Cleaning Flushing KE m EE 1 I 1 EN AIR gt im 1 gt Throttle cable and choke cable Inspection Adjustment Drain plugs Inspection Replacement o inspect Battery Inspection fluid level before every launch Reverse gate mechanism Inspection Rubber coupling
34. cessary to hold the choke knob completely pulled out when starting a very cold engine After the engine has warmed up push the choke knob in gradually The choke should not be used when the engine is warm 3 12 OPERATION 3 5 Put the throttle levers in the idle position Shift into Neutral Turn the ignition key of one engine to Start When the engine starts release the key Repeat for the other engine If the engine will not start or doesn t stay running move the throttle levers forward slightly and try again CAUTION Never turn the ignition key to Start while the engine is running Do not keep the starter motor running for more than five seconds If the engine does not start after five sec onds of cranking release the starter button Wait at least 15 seconds before trying to start the engine again the starter motor is engaged continuously for more than five seconds the battery will be quickly discharged and it will be impossible to start the engine The starter motor may also be damaged if it is engaged continuously for more than five seconds NOTE Be sure the shift lever is put in the Neutral position or the starter motor will not operate On this boat the engines are con nected directly to the drive unit Starting either engine generates some thrust immediately Only enough throttle should be applied to keep the engine at a fast enough idle to stay running 6 After the en
35. control levers as grab handles because damage can occur YAMAHA GP1 U418F 10 WARNING Do not add gasoline to the oil tank YAMALUBE 2 STROKE OUTBOARD OIL or Fire or explosion could result equivalent TC W3 certified outboard oil CAUTION SATTERY 3EMDURL EXTA a uzcepnreeri Hach 1223 o ih lumi ii 21 7 Iw ri IHS IALLATIGH Gont 188 10 lerreinal r Wach Ie Ip negallae 5 wll Gal sirian 4 14 iit W WARNING Do not touch remove electrical parts when starting or running engine 6R7 83623 40 1 4 SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT LABELS Strong streams of water from the jet nozzles can be dangerous and can result in serious injury when directed at body orifices rectum and vagina Do not board from rear use swim platform or swim behind boat if engines are running Stay away from the back of the boat when engines are running Wear wetsuit when waterskiing to protect against strong streams of water from the boat s jet nozzles as well as from impact with the water surface if you fall Do not sit on swim platform when the engines are running You could fall overboard A WARNING SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING Turn off and remove both igniti
36. cted before continuing your trip On longer trips it is a good idea to carry a set of spare wheel bearings seals and races When making a turn do not cut cor ners The trailer has a smaller turn ing circle so it turns more sharply around the corner than the towing vehicle Before backing your trailer into the water disconnect the light plug from the towing vehicle This will reduce the likelihood of the lights blowing out when submerged BACKING YOUR TRAILER It takes practice to back a trailer suc cessfully If you are not familiar backing up with a trailer practice first in an open area away from obstacles Keep the following points in mind Back slowly Make steering adjust ments in small steps e Turn the towing vehicle s wheels opposite the direction you want the trailer to go After the trailer begins moving turn the towing vehicle to follow it Have a second person stand by to help direct you with hand signals 3 23 LAUNCHING As a courtesy to other boaters prepare your Jet Boat for launching before using the ramp Each launch may have particular differ ences such as ramp angle prevailing wind waves and water currents If possible watch a couple of boaters launch their boats first to notice any problems While every boater develops a preferred launch procedure here is a recommended general procedure 1 Perform the Pre Operation Checks shown on page 3 4 t
37. e engine cooling Start the engine and then remove the engine stop switch lock plate and verify that the engine stops Refer to pages 3 11 to 3 13 START ING THE ENGINE for information on proper operation of the starter switch OPERATION Cooling Water Pilot Outlets Check that water comes out from the pilot outlets while engine is running in the water Refer to page 2 11 for cor rect operation of the device It may take up to 20 seconds for water to reach the pilot outlets when first launching the boat The amount and force of the exiting water will vary with engine rpm CAUTION A continuous flow of water from the pilot hole shows that water is flow ing through the engine cooling pas sages water is not flowing out of the pilot hole during operation do not continue to run the engines Overheating and serious damage could occur See Overheat Warning System page 2 11 for more infor mation OPERATION 3 OPERATION STARTING THE ENGINES SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING Before operating your Jet Boat become familiar with all controls Consult your Yamaha dealer about any control or function you do not fully understand Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to your personal flotation device before operating Failure to attach lanyard could result ina runaway boat if operator is eject ed Check throttle steering and shift lever for proper opera
38. e except engine fogging oil through the hole in the carburetor silencer cover CAUTION Do not attempt to run the engine at full throttle or for more than 15 seconds while the boat is out of the water The engine may over heat and or seize 4 2 4 MAINTENANCE amp CARE Be sure to replace the cap secure ly after fogging the engine Otherwise water could enter the engine and cause damage 1 Open the cap D on the carburetor silencer cover of each engine With the Jet Boat in a well ventilat ed area start each engine With the engine running at a fast idle quickly spray as much Yamaha Stor Rite Fogging Oil Part No LUB STRRT 12 00 or an equivalent as possible alternately into each carburetor through the holes in the silencer cover Keep spraying until the engine stalls or a maximum of 15 sec onds Reinstall the cap securely Remove the spark plugs and pour approximately one tablespoon of oil into each cylinder Grease the spark plug threads and reinstall the spark plugs Lubricate all cables such as the throttle choke and steering cables Grease the areas of the Jet Boat specified in Grease Points in the Adjustment And Maintenance sec tion MAINTENANCE amp CARE 4 1 When the Jet Boat is not to be used for a month or more remove the batteries and store them in a cool dark place Clean each battery s casing and terminals using a mix ture of baking soda a
39. e move ment from outside the boat Both shift gates should lift completely to the stops 4 Pull Forward Heverse The observer the shift lever back from through Neutral should 4 MAINTENANCE amp CARE check for proper movement of the shift gates Both gates should drop down over the nozzles to the stops If reverse gates do not operate smooth ly or correctly ask your authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer for service FUSE REPLACEMENT The fuse is in the ignition coil holder To replace the fuse pull out the grommet connected to two red leads and bring it out with the fuse box Open the fuse box and replace the fuse D Ignition coil holder 2 Grommet 3 Fuse 10A Accessory Fuse 7 Fuse 20 2 Accessory lead The fuse is on the accessory battery lead wire red with black stripe To replace the fuse open the fuse box and replace the fuse 4 14 MAINTENANCE amp CARE 4 Do not use fuses of higher amper age that those recommended Substitution of a fuse of improper rating can cause extensive electrical system damage and possible fire BATTERY Check the level of the battery fluid and see if the terminals are tight Add dis tilled water if the fluid level is low CAUTION Be careful not to place the bat tery on its side Remove the battery from the boat before adding battery fluid or recharging Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous causing seve
40. e necessary repair or replacement as required If repair is necessary consult your nearest Yamaha Jet Boat dealer Always properly dispose of gasoline petrol soaked rags They can spon taneously ignite Checking points 1 Carburetor leakage Fuel pump malfunction or leakage Fuel tank leakage Fuel hose joint leakage Fuel hose cracks or other damage Fuel filter leakage Fuel cock leakage Air vent check valve leakage ON O Oo A Fuel filler clamps and hoses 4 MAINTENANCE amp CARE The United States Coast Guard requires that all inboard boats like your Jet Boat have visual access to fuel filler clamps and hoses The Jet Boat has two access panels for this purpose One access panel is located on the upper deck wall on the port side visible when the engine hatch is opened The second access panel is located under the port side passenger seat To access the under seat inspection panel lift out the center portion of each seat cushion remove the seat bench then unscrew the fuel tank cover 4 10 MAINTENANCE amp CARE 4 FUEL FILTER The fuel filter is a one piece dispos able type The filter should be replaced once a year or after every 200 hours of operation or if water is found in the fil ter Take the Jet Boat to your Yamaha dealer if fuel filter replacement is required Do not try to change the fuel filter yourself An incorrectly installed fil ter ca
41. el attached to the back side of the electrical box 1 SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT LABELS LOCATION SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT LABELS SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING Read the Owner s Manual the Operation Instruction card and all labels before operating This boat is recommended only for operators 16 and older with valid motor vehicle license Adults must supervise use by minors Check state laws for minimum age requirements Wear a USCG approved personal flotation device You must know and follow all federal state and local boating laws Never operate after drinking alcohol or taking drugs Strong streams of water from the jet nozzles can be dangerous and can result in injury when directed at body orifices rectum and vagina Engines must be off while boarding from rear using the swim platform or when swimming behind the boat Do not operate in less than 3ft 90cm of water Keep a safe distance from swimmers other watercraft and obstructions Never attempt jumps with this boat Keep hands feet hair and all other parts of your body and clothing away from jet intakes while engines are running Pulling a skier can affect steering and handling Do not attempt maneuvers that exceed the skill of operator or skier GP1 U416C 10 U S COAST GUARD WARNING SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING Attac
42. en Hose Adapter 3 Cooling system flushing is essential to prevent the cooling system from clog ging up with salt sand or dirt 1 Open the cap for the engine you are going to flush Press the flush kit garden hose adapter into the flush hose connector and turn until they are securely connected Start the engine then immediately turn on the water supply fully CAUTION Never turn on the water before starting the engine The water could flow back through the muf fler into the crankcase causing severe engine damage Be sure to turn on the water immediately after starting the engine to prevent engine over heating Run the engine at a fast idle for 10 15 minutes 4 Turn off the water supply then drain residual water from the exhaust sys tem by alternately pushing the throt tle lever up to half throttle and back for 10 to 15 seconds Shut off engine CAUTION Never have the water on when the engine is not running The water could flow back through the muffler into the crankcase causing severe engine damage Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds after the water supply has been turned off to avoid engine overheating 5 After stopping the engine remove the garden hose adapter 6 Replace the cap securely 7 Repeat the flushing procedure for the other engine LUBRICATION To reduce the risk of fire or explo sion Never pour or spray gasoline or any other substanc
43. enjoyment of a variety of recreational opportunities 1 20 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 121 Chapter 2 FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS LOCATION OF MAIN 6 2 1 OPERATION OF CONTROLS AND OTHER FUNCTIONS 2 5 2 5 Engine Stop Switch accetti rote ro FILI 2 5 1151 2 6 RIO WS 2 6 22111110 LEVEL 2 7 CMOKE ISDDDS 2 8 2 8 Fuel 4 2 9 2 9 Overheat Warning 5 2 11 2 12 ENUNG FOO TT 2 13 Storage 2 14 FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS LOCATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS Main Features 9 1 Fuel Tank 10 2 Oil Tank 11 3 Blower Motor 12 4 Battery 13 Port Starboard Features 14 5 Flush Attachments 15 6 Fuel Filters 16 7 Electrical Boxes 17 8 Ignition Coil Holders 2 1 MAIN FEATURES Port FEATURES STARBOARD FEATURES High Tension Cords Spark Plugs Silencer Covers Hood Supports Engine Compartment Vent Outlets Engine Compartment Drain Plugs Muffler Boxes Fuel Tank Compartment Air Ventilation
44. ent is working properly The operator should always attach the engine stop switch lanyard cable to his PFD so that the engines will stop if the operator accidentally leaves the helm Failure to attach the lanyard could result in a runaway boat if the operator is ejected Be sure the lanyard is not wrapped around the steering wheel or tan gled in the controls which would pre Passengers must always sit in a designated seating area place feet on the deck and use the hand grips provided while the boat is in motion vent the lanyard from pulling away To prevent accidental starting of the engine always remove the lanyard from the stop switch when the engine is not running UNDERWAY SEATING POSITIONS x 2 23 MAXIMUM 5 PERSONS Always watch carefully for swim mers Stay away from swimming areas Swimmers are hard to see and you could accidentally hit someone in the water D Engine stop switch Avoid being hit by another boat Always 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 2 Engine stop switch lanyard 3 Lanyard clipped to 1 10 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 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 and be sure to check behind you before ma
45. er 1997 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 LIT 18626 03 18 JET BOAT SAFETY INFORMATION 1 FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS 2 OPERATION 3 MAINTENANCE amp CARE 4 TROUBLESHOOTING amp SPECIAL PROCEDURES CONSUMER INFORMATION 6 YAMAHA Chapter 1 SAFETY INFORMATION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 5 1 1 Primary RPM m 1 1 Hull Identification Number 2 00 2222 000 000 nnns 1 1 Engine NUMD TF sss 1 1 IMPORTANT LABELS 22 1 1 2 M 1 2 1 3 SAFETY INFORMATION 222421 1 7 Limitations On Who May Operate the Jet 1 7 Reguied EGUMEN sossen Eo T 1 8 Additional Equipment 1 8 APOO a E E E O 1 9 Operational 1 9 det oases cetaanndvsanensnscaseeaccence aioe 1 11 Cruising EImltallOFiS e 1 12 PINT ESSA aE 1 13 1 14 BA
46. es changes the direction of the boat accordingly Because the strength of the jet flow output thrust will deter mine the speed and direction of a turn the throttle must always be opened above idle when making a turn except at idle speed More thrust will turn the boat more sharply Because boats steer from the stern rear the stern of the boat swings out in the opposite direction of your turn If you turn to the starboard right for example the stern of the boat will swing to the left Keep this in mind when navigating near a person in the water such as a down skier or an obstacle such as a dock 2 5 You need engine power to turn Pulling the throttle levers back to idle when traveling faster than idle speeds or shutting off engines can cause you to hit an obstacle you are attempting to avoid even if you are turning the steering wheel ENGINE STOP SWITCH LANYARD The lock plate on the end of the lanyard must be attached to the engine stop switch for the engines to run The lan yard must be attached to a secure place on the operator s personal flota tion device PFD Should the operator fall overboard or leave the helm the lanyard will pull out the lock plate stopping ignition to both engines This will prevent the boat from running away under power CD Engine stop switch 2 Lock plate 3 Lanyard e Always attach the engine stop switch lanyard to your personal f
47. es are running NOTE Steering and Shifting Pre Operation Checks will require two persons one person to operate controls and one person to observe proper operation at the stern 3 4 OPERATION 3 Throttle NOTE Pre operation checks should be made each time the boat is used This proce dure can be accomplished thoroughly in a short time The added safety and reliability the checks assure is worth the time involved CHECK POINTS Steering Make sure the wheel is not loose There should not be any free play either in and out or in rotation Turn the steering wheel full right and full left to make sure operation is smooth and unrestricted throughout the whole range Make sure both jet nozzles change directions as the steering wheel is turned The jet nozzles should point to starboard right when the wheel is turned right The jet nozzles should point to port left when the wheel is turned left There should not be free play between the steering wheel and the jet nozzles Operate the throttle levers several times to make sure there is no hesita tion in their travel Operation should be smooth over the complete range of motion and each lever should return completely to the idle position Shifting Before launching make sure both jet pump gates drop down over the jet nozzles to their stopper positions when the shift lever is moved to the Reverse position Also make sure both jet pump gates
48. g a load that exceeds the Jet Boat s towing capacity may cause loss of control Be sure the boat is secured to the trailer and the trailer is properly hitched to the towing vehicle before towing Always place the fuel cock in the OFF position when transport ing or storing the Jet Boat Otherwise fuel could leak out into the engine or engine com partment which could create a fire or explosion hazard Select a trailer that is manufactured to carry a boat of the size and weight of your Jet Boat Check the certification label on the left forward side of the trail er This label is required to show the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR which is the load carrying capacity of the trailer plus the trailers weight Be sure that the total weight of your boat any cargo and the trailer weight itself does not exceed the GVWR El OPERATION HITCH The trailer hitch ball must match the size of the socket on the trailer hitch coupler Hitches are divided into class es that specify the gross trailer weight GTW and the maximum tongue weight Always use a hitch rated for the same or higher class Use a bolted on or welded on hitch clamp on bumper hitches are not recommended Be sure the trailer hitchs release handle is latched with the lock pin installed before towing Use safety chains between the towing vehicle and the trailer so the trailer will not detach completely from the towing vehicle if it accidentally comes l
49. gines are warm gradu ally push the choke knobs in fully back to their original position 3 13 STOPPING THE ENGINES To stop the engine return the throttle levers to the idle position then turn the main switches to Off The engines can also be stopped by pulling the engine stop switch lanyard Once the engine has stopped you have NO STEERING CONTROL over the boat You could collide with another boat a dock or other obstacle NOTE Remove the ignition keys and the engine stop switch lanyard if the boat will be left unattended Stopping the engines immediately after operating at high rpm is not recommended Let the engines cool off at idle or low speed for a few minutes first El OPERATION BREAK IN RUNNING IN PROCEDURE The engine and other components require a break in running in period to allow surfaces of moving parts to wear in evenly This ensures proper perfor mance and promotes longer engine life CAUTION Failure to follow the break in pro cedures may result in reduced engine life or even engine damage During first 5 hours or 2 tanks operation use 50 1 pre mix fuel in addition to oil in oil tank After above period use straight gasoline petrol for normal oper ation Before launching Fill the fuel tank with 50 1 premix fuel Fill the oil tank with oil see page 3 3 Launch the boat and start the engine see page 3 11 First 5 m
50. h the engine stop switch lanyard to your personal flotation device before operating Failure to attach lanyard could result in a runaway boat if operator is ejected Check throttle steering and shift lever for proper operation before starting the engines Shift into neutral before starting engines MAXIMUM CAPACITIES P PERSONS OR 930 LBS 930 LBS PERSONS GEAR THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH U S COAST Putthrottle levers in idle position before shifting You need engine power to turn Pulling the throttle levers back to idle or shutting off engines can cause you to hit an obstacle you are attempting to avoid GP1 U416C 20 A WARNING Gasoline vapors can explode Operate blower for at least 4 minutes and check engine compartment bilge for gasoline vapors before starting engines Do not start engines if there is a fuel leak or loose electrical connection GUARD SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON DATE OF CERTIFICATION MANUFACTURER YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A MODEL EXT1100 CYPRESS CA DESIGN COMPLIANCE WITH NMMA REQUIREMENTS BELOW IS VERIFIED MFGR RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCTION CONTROL LOAD CAPACITY COMPARTMENT VENTILATION STEERING FUEL AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS INTERNATIONAL LIGHTS BASIC FLOTATION MANEUVERABILITY NATIONAL MARINE MANUFACTURERS ASSN UNDERWAY SEATING POSITIONS x x MAXIMUM 5 PERSONS VAMAHA D1 1141RE 1n SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT LABELS CAUTION Do not use
51. h throttle levers are put in the idle position first It also has a start in gear protection neu tral switch that prevents the engines from cranking if the shift lever in not in Neutral Bl Reverse Neutral Forward The shift lever controls the direction of travel The drive line on the Jet Boat is direct drive so jet thrust is always being pro duced while the engines are running The direction of the boat is controlled by jet pump gates which direct the flow of the jet thrust as follows Forward The jet pump gates are lifted all the way up All jet thrust is to the rear which moves the boat forward 2 7 The jet pump gates are dropped down part way over the jet nozzles Some jet thrust is to the rear and some jet thrust is redirected forward This balance of thrust acts like neutral to keep the boat from moving Leave the throttles in the idle posi tion when Neutral is selected The boat will start moving as if it was in Forward or Reverse if engine speed is increased above idle in Neutral Reverse The jet pump gates are dropped all the way down over the jet nozzles Jet thrust is redirected toward the bow of the boat which moves the boat backward 2 8 2 FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS CHOKE KNOBS D Choke knob Starboard 2 Choke knob Port Pulling these knobs supplies a rich fuel air mixture required to start the engines NOTE Refer to Starti
52. hat can be per formed on land including operating the blower for at least 4 minutes 2 Remove all trailering tie down lines from the boat and attach your dock ing lines and fenders if used 3 Disconnect the trailer lights from the towing vehicle 4 Back the trailer down the ramp as close to 90 to the shoreline as you can If possible have a second per son stand aside as an observer Stop when the wheels are at least halfway submerged Set the parking brake El OPERATION 5 Remove the bow line from the bow eye 6 Backthe trailer farther into the water until just the tops of the fenders show then reset the parking brake Board the boat and start it If possi ble remain on the trailer until the engines are warm and are respond ing to throttle 7 Back the boat out into the water watching carefully for other boats or obstacles LOADING 1 Disconnect the trailer lights from the towing vehicle 2 Back the trailer down the ramp as close to 90 to the shoreline as you can If possible have a second per son act as an observer while stand ing to the side of the boat Stop when the tops of the trailer s fenders are about 3 inches above the water line 3 With the boat moving at the slowest idle speed Use throttle only if nec essary for steering ability Guide the boat onto the support rails AWARNING Using too much throttle can cause the boat to jump over the front of the trailer which can re
53. hich could create a fire or explosion hazard GAUGES 1 Speedometer This meter shows the boat speed in miles per hour mph 2 9 2 Tachometers The Jet Boat has two tachometers which display engine rom The one on the left is for the port engine The one on the right is for the starboard engine For cruising adjust the throttle levers so both engines are running at the same rpm NOTE Because of the mechanical throttle linkage the throttle levers may not be exactly even with one another when the engines are running at the same rpm 3 Fuel Level Gauge The fuel level gauge shows the amount of fuel in the fuel tank The ignition switch must be in the position to activate the gauge 2 FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS Always consider the distance you are travelling and the amount of available fuel you have Be sure you have enough fuel to reach the next fuel stop Be sure to begin returning to the port before you have consumed a half a tank of fuel 4 Oil Level Warning Light This light comes on when the oil tank is too low to continue normal operation for much longer Refill the oil tank as soon as possible see Filling the Oil Tank page 3 3 CAUTION If the oil level warning indicator comes on refill with engine oil as soon as possible The engines will be severely damaged if they are run without oil 2 10 FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS 2 OVERHEAT WARNING SYSTEM The engine has
54. ill make them slippery 6 Wipe all vinyl and rubber compo nents such as the seats and engine compartment seals with a vinyl pro tectant such as Yamaha Protectant 11001 19 00 ADJUSTMENT AND MAINTENANCE Periodic inspection adjustment and lubrication will your Jet Boat in the safest and most efficient condition possible Safety is an obligation of the Jet Boat owner The most important points of boat inspection adjustment and lubrication are explained on the following pages Be sure to turn off the engines when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified Otherwise accident or injury could result from unexpected operation moving parts or elec tric shock If the owner is not familiar with machine servicing this work should be done by a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechan ic Improperly serviced compo nents could fail or stop operating correctly which could result in an accident 4 MAINTENANCE amp CARE TOOL KIT It is advisable always to carry the Owner s Manual and tool kit with you whenever you use the Jet Boat To pro tect these articles from water it is a good idea to put them in a vinyl bag The service information included in this manual is intended to provide you the owner with the necessary information for completing your own preventive maintenance and minor repairs The tools provided in the owner s tool kit are sufficient for this purpose except th
55. ines can be started in an emer gency using a 12 volt battery and jumper cables SEVERE INJURY DEATH MAY RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING e If blower will not operate venti late engine compartment by opening engine compartment hatch for several minutes before attempting jump starting Do not connect the negative jumper cable to the negative terminal of the dead battery Sparks could ignite battery or fuel vapors which could cause an explosion To connect the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive terminal of the dead battery to the positive ter minal of the booster battery with the positive jumper cable Connect one end of the negative jumper cable to the negative ter minal of the booster battery Connect the other end of the nega tive cable to an unpainted bolt on the cylinder head CAUTION Be sure all connections are secure and correct before attempting to start the engine Any wrong connection may damage the electrical system 4 Start the engine then disconnect the cables by reversing the above steps CAUTION Do not turn the starter motor for more than 5 seconds If the engine does not start in 5 seconds release the starter switch and try again after 15 seconds Continuous cranking for more than 5 seconds will discharge the battery and the engine will not start The starter motor may also be damaged if it is engaged continuo
56. inguisher WARNING Falling Hazard Leaking fuel is a fire and explosion hazard Inspect system at least annually Falling on the deck or overboard may cause injury or death GP1 U419D 10 Do not sit here when the boat is moving YAMAHA GP1 U418C 10 1 6 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 SAFETY INFORMATION SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SAFETY MATION Before operating the Jet Boat read this entire manual the Operation Instruction card and all warning labels on the Jet Boat Also view the Basic Orientation video tape These materials should give you an under standing of the boat and its opera tion Never allow anyone to operate this Jet Boat until they too have read this Owner s Manual the Operation Instruction card and all warning labels LIMITATIONS ON WHO MAY OPERATE THE JET BOAT This boat is recommended only for operators 16 and older with a valid driver license Even though a motor vehicle opera tors license is not required for Jet Boat operation in most states it is one indicator that the operator has previously demonstrated a reason able degree of maturity responsibil ity and good judgment A responsible adult must supervise operation of this boat by minors Many states have minimum age and education requirements Always check state and local boating laws before you operate the Jet Boat Your Jet Boat is designed
57. inutes Run the engine at the lowest possible idling speed First tankful of fuel Gradually increase the throttle position during operation up to a maximum of one half throttle Vary engine speed occasionally Second tankful of fuel Fill the tank again with 50 1 premix fuel in addi tion to the oil in the oil tank and proceed with normal operation Following this tankful of fuel use straight gasoline in the fuel tank and oil in the oil tank See page 3 3 15 3 14 OPERATION 3 DRIVING YOUR JET BOAT GETTING TO KNOW YOUR JET BOAT Operating your Jet Boat requires skills acquired through practice over a period of time Take the time to learn the basic techniques well before attempting more difficult maneuvers Boating with your new Jet Boat can be a very enjoyable activity providing you with hours of pleasure But it is essen tial to familiarize yourself with the oper ation of the Jet Boat to achieve the skill necessary to enjoy boating safely Before you begin be sure you have read this Owner s Manual completely and understand the operation of the controls Pay particular attention to the safety information in Chapter 1 Read all warning and caution labels on your Jet Boat This Jet Boat is designed to carry one operator and up to four passengers as long as the total weight of people and cargo does not exceed 930 Ib 421 kg Never have more than five people in the boat LEARNING TO OPERAT
58. ion 3 5 4 13 Steering pivot points greasing 4 7 Stern light 1 13 2 2 2 12 2100 112 EE 1 11 3 18 Stopping the engines 3 14 9 eaor 4 1 Storage compartments 2 14 Swimmers and traffic 1 10 1 15 3 15 SWILIGTBB tas deb maius Deos 2 6 2 12 T lege Mii ESPRIT TTE 2 10 RETE TOUT 2 6 3 5 Throttle cable inspection 4 13 Throttle levers 2 6 Thrust used for turning 1 11 3 17 TOOL RI nem 4 4 Tow rope length 5 3 Towing the Jet 5 3 Trolling 4 12 6 5 Troubleshooting 5 1 TUININOQ 1 11 2 5 3 5 3 17 6 CONSUMER INFORMATION amp INDEX U V United States Coast 1 19 Ventilating engine 2 12 3 9 5 3 W X Warning labels reete 1 2 Warning light low oil 2 10 6 1 Warranty 6 1 Warranty questions and answers 6 3 1 14 1 9 1 14 2 Yamaha Exte
59. ion or maintenance other than as shown in the Owner s Manual that failure may not be covered under warranty What responsibility does my dealer have under this warranty Each Yamaha Jet Boat dealer is expected to 1 Completely set up each new Jet Boat before sale 2 Explain the operation maintenance and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at the time of sale and upon your request at any later date In addition each Yamaha Jet Boat dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work Is the warranty transferable to second owners Yes remainder of the existing warranty can be transferred upon request The unit has to be inspected and re registered by an authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer for the policy to remain effective CUSTOMER SERVICE If your Jet Boat requires warranty service you must take it to any authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer within the United States Be sure to bring your warranty registration card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase If a question or problem arises regarding warranty first contact the owner of the dealership Since all warranty matters are handled at the dealer level this person is in the best position to help you If you are still not satisfied and require additional assistance please write YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT Box 6555 Cypress California 90630 CHANGE OF ADDRESS The federal go
60. ions regu lations One of the most obvious changes has been the elimination of lead from fuels As gasoline has changed the amount of additives such as aromatics and oxygenates has increased These addi tives are important for the engines in passenger cars but they can have detrimental effects in marine engines particularly 2 cycle engines because of increased deposits in the combus tion chamber When enough deposits collect piston rings begin sticking Performance drops and engine wear increases dramatically While many additives available may reduce deposits Yamaha recommends the use of Ring Free Fuel Additive available from your Yamaha dealer Ring Free has repeatedly proven its ability to clean combustion deposits from inside the engine notably in the critical piston ring land area and fuel system components Follow product labeling for use instructions ENGINE OIL Recommended oil YAMALUBE FOR OUTBOARDS TWO CYCLE LUBRICANT If YAMALUBE FOR OUTBOARDS is not available another 2 cycle engine oil with NMMAS certified TC W3 rating may be used D Oil level sender 2 Oil filter 3 Oil injection pump 3 2 pump bleeder 5 Carburetor Oil level warning light OPERATION OIL INJECTION SYSTEM These engines use Yamaha s oil injec tion system which provides superior lubrication by ensuring the proper ratio for all operating conditions No fuel premixing is necessary exce
61. is stopped by water resistance after the throttle levers are moved back to idle From full speed the Jet Boat stops mately 404 ft 123 m after the throttle is moved back to idle The stopping dis tance varies depending on gross weight water surface conditions and wind direction The stated stopping dis tance should be used for a reference You will lose steering control if you completely pull the throttle levers back to idle OPERATION DOCKING 1 Make sure no obstructions boats or swimmers are close to the Jet Boat Approach the dock from the port side if possible Come to a stop before you reach the dock Notice how wind and water currents are affecting boat movement as you attach your mooring lines and fenders Approach the dock at idle speed Use reverse necessary during slow speed maneuvering to help control speed direction Position the boat according to wind and water conditions X Wind or current pushing boat away from dock Slowly approach the dock at about a 45 angle Secure the bow to the dock then use engine thrust or a boat hook to gently move the stern to the dock ATS y Wind or current pushing boat toward dock Slowly maneuver to a shallow angle and allow the boat to move toward the dock OPERATION 3 N WIND OR CURRENT jj 25 No wind or current Approach the dock at a shallow angle Secure the bow t
62. k plug cap be sure to wipe off any water on the spark plug or inside the cap Push the spark plug cap down until it clicks NOTE If a torque wrench is not available when you are fitting a spark plug a good estimate of the correct torque with a new gasket is 1 4 to 1 2 turn past finger tight Have the spark plug adjusted to the correct torque as soon as possible with a torque wrench When removing or installing a spark plug be careful not to damage the insulator A damaged insulator could allow external sparks which could lead to explosion or fire MAINTENANCE amp CARE 4 4 7 GREASE POINTS To keep moving parts sliding or rotating smoothly coat them with water resis tant grease such as Yamaha Marine Grease ACC GREAS 14 CT YAMAHA grease A or an equivalent Throttle cable and choke cable Grease the throttle cable and choke cable inner wires at the carburetors Steering cable ball joints and inner wire Grease the steering cable and shift cables ball joints at the steering noz zles Extend the steering cable and shift cable inner wires and apply a thin coat of grease to them Pivot points Grease all pivot points of the steering and shift mechanism at the pump end 4 MAINTENANCE amp CARE 4 8 Bearing housing D Bearing housing grease nipple Grease the bearing housing through the grease nipple Hecommended water resistant grease YAMAHA Marine Grease ACC
63. king a turn lf you are pregnant or in poor health ask your doctor s advice on whether it is safe for you to ride this Jet Boat Do not attempt to modify this Jet Boat Modifications to your boat may reduce safety and reliability and may make the boat illegal for use JET BOAT CHARACTERISTICS Jet thrust turns the Jet Boat If you are going faster than idle speeds you must use engine power to turn If you pull the throttle levers back to e idle or shut off the engines you can not turn even if you turn the wheel Practice turning in an open area without obstructions until you have a good feel for this maneuver Yamaha Jet Boats are water jet pro pelled The jet pumps are directly connected to the engines This means that jet thrust will produce some boat movement whenever the engine is running The Jet Boat has a neutral position but since the Jet Boat is always producing thrust while engines are running some forward or reverse movement may occur Boats including your Jet Boat do not have brakes Pull the throttle levers back to idle or stop the engines and allow water resistance to slow the boat down Remember however that you have no steering control without throttle Do not use Reverse to try to slow down from speed because you could be eject ed the boat could be flooded or damage could occur to the shift mechanism Reverse can be used to slow down or stop during slow speed mane
64. lotation device PFD before starting the engine Failure to attach the lanyard could result in a runaway boat if the operator is ejected Do not attach the lanyard to cloth ing that could tear loose Do not route the lanyard in such a way that it could become entangled preventing it from functioning Avoid accidentally pulling the lanyard during normal operation Once the engine has stopped you have no steering control of the boat which could result in an accident Also without engine power the boat could slow rapid ly from planing speed This could cause people and objects in the boat to be thrown forward which could cause injury MAIN SWITCHES There is a main switch for each engine The main switches control the ignition and electrical circuits as follows CD Starboard right engine 2 Port left engine 2 6 2 FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS OFF Ignition circuits are switched off The engine cannot be started but other switches will operate The key can be removed ON Ignition circuits are switched on The key cannot be removed START The starter motor will turn to start the engine When the key is released it returns automatically to NOTE The engine will not start when the engine stop switch lanyard lock plate is removed from the engine stop switch The starter motor will turn over without the lanyard attached THROTTLE LEVERS EJ Throttle lever port left engine
65. lways stop the engines before beaching the boat Be sure the boat is in water 3 ft 90 cm deep before starting the engines again Do not beach the boat on rocky beaches The hull gelcoat can be damaged CROSSING WAVES You won t always have flat smooth water There will be waves wakes from other boats etc The best way to cross waves or wakes is with the least jolt to you and the boat Small waves are not as difficult to cross as larger waves Crossing a sharp wave gives more of a jolt than a broad wave To cross a wave change your speed and the angle that you cross the wave Usually a slower speed and quarter ing the wave at an angle will reduce the jolt Two other things you may notice first is that crossing a group of waves is not as easy or smooth as crossing just one wave second when you quarter the wave the boat will try to steer away from the wave When crossing at a 45 angle you may not notice this but at a smaller angle of about 10 it can be very strong Be prepared to steer as necessary SHARP WAVES a BROAD WAVES OPERATION POST OPERATION CHECKS 1 After putting the Jet Boat on the trailer flush cooling system on each engine to prevent the cooling sys tem from clogging up with salt sand or dirt Refer to page 4 1 for the cooling system flushing proce dure 23 Drain residual water from the exhaust system by starting the engine then alternately pu
66. n help protect against strong streams of water from the jet nozzles or impact from the water surface These haz ards could cause severe injuries to certain body orifices rectum and vagina Depending upon operating condi tions you may consider wearing a wetsuit while boating wet suit can help protect against hypothermia low body temperature when there is water spray coming into the boat particularly if you are operating in cold water or air temperature You might also consider gloves designed for water sports to help protect hands during operation as well as while launching and docking your boat You may want to consider eye pro tection Water spray could get in your eyes in some circumstances which could affect your vision OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Operating your Jet Boat requires skills acquired only through practice over a period of time Take the time to learn the basic operating tech niques well before attempting more difficult maneuvers Your Jet Boat is capable of truly exhilarating perfor mance Don t push your boat to the limits beyond your ability The oper ator should have at least 10 hours of experience with the boat before any abrupt acceleration sharp turns or operation at full speed NEVER operate the boat after con suming alcohol or taking drugs SAFETY INFORMATION Always perform the pre operation checks on page 3 4 before operat ing to be sure your equipm
67. n leak gasoline petrol which could lead to fire or explosion Take the Jet Boat to your Yamaha dealer for fuel filter replacement FUEL TANK If the fuel tank needs to be cleaned or when any water is found in the fuel sys tem take the Jet Boat to your Yamaha dealer for service OIL INJECTION SYSTEM INSPECTION Check the oil injection system for leaks cracks or malfunctions If any problem is found do the necessary repair or replacement as required If repair is necessary consult your near est Yamaha dealer Check points 1 Check the oil tank for damage or cracks 2 Check for water or dirt in the oil tank 3 Check the oil hose and joint 4 Check the oil filter Oil tank Check for oil tank damage or cracks Check the oil hose and joint When the oil tank needs to be cleaned or when any water or dirt is found in the oil tank take the Jet Boat to your Yamaha deal er for service Oil filter replacement If the in line oil filter becomes contami nated see your Yamaha dealer for ser vice D filter CAUTION Air enters the oil delivery line when the oil filter is removed so the oil system must be bled properly after the filter is replaced Air in the sys tem will prevent oil from flowing properly to the engine and severe engine damage will result Your Yamaha dealer has the professional knowledge and experience to bleed the oil pump properly 4 11 BLEEDING THE OIL INJECTI
68. n lights for use between sun set and sunrise and during periods of reduced visibility such as fog Be sure these lights are working and are turned on when necessary see page 2 12 and 3 9 for more infor mation 1 SAFETY INFORMATION ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS The following equipment can help make your boating experience safer and more enjoyable Mooring fenders and lines e Anchor with suitable line Danforth type anchor and line that is at least 6 times the depth of the water where you will drop anchor are recommended Manual type bilge pump First Aid kit Waterproof Flashlight with extra batteries kit with assorted screwdrivers pliers wrenches including metric sizes and electrical tape Oar or paddle look for one with a boat hook on the other end Spare parts such as an extra set of spark plugs and fuses Navigation charts for the waters where you will be boating Tow rope SAFETY INFORMATION 1 APPAREL Because of the drowning hazards associated with water sports the operator and passengers must always wear a U S Coast Guard approved vest type personal flotation device PFD Be sure the PFD is properly fitting and in good condition TA You should consider wearing slip resistant deck shoes or water shoes for more secure footing while boating Waterskiers and others engaging in water sports behind the boat must wear a wetsuit A wetsuit ca
69. nal injury which requires medical attention beyond first aid 3 There is damage to boats or other property which exceeds 500 00 4 There is complete loss of a boat Contact local law enforcement person nel if a report is necessary 1 SAFETY INFORMATION ENJOY YOUR JET BOAT RESPONSIBLY You share the areas you enjoy when operating your Jet Boat with others and with nature So your enjoyment includes a responsibility to treat other people and the lands waters and wildlife with respect and courtesy Whenever and wherever you operate your Jet Boat think of yourself as the guest of those around you Remember for example that the sound of your Jet Boat 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 boating close to shoreline homes and waterfowl nest ing areas or other wildlife areas and keep a respectful distance from fisher man other boats swimmers and pop ulated beaches When travel in areas like these is unavoidable drive slowly and obey all laws Hemember that pollution can be harm ful to the environment Do not refuel or add oil where a spill could cause dam age to nature And keep your surround ings pleasant for the people and wildlife that share the waterways don t litter When you use your Jet Boat responsi bly with respect and courtesy for oth ers you help ensure that our water ways stay open for the
70. nd water one tbs of baking soda to one cup of water Apply dielectric grease or petroleum jelly to the battery termi nals and to all exposed connectors If the batteries will be stored for a longer period check the specific gravity of the fluid at least once a month and recharge the batteries if they get too low Specific gravity 1 28 at 20 C 68 F 4 3 1 Remove the fuel tank compartment drain 1 allow any water to drain into the engine compartment Reinstall the drain plug Gasoline petrol and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive If fuel or a fuel water mix drains from the fuel tank compartment drain wipe it up immediately with dry rags Do not operate the boat until the source of the fuel leak is found and corrected 2 Remove the drain plugs in the stern 2 and engine compartment Wash down the hull boat interior and drive units with fresh water Rinse the engine and bilge areas with fresh water Drain off all water and wipe up remaining moisture with clean dry rags Spray the exterior of the engines with Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant LUB SLCNE 13 00 Wax the hull with a non abrasive wax such as Yamaha Ultra Gloss Cleaner Wax ACC UTLRA CL WX or other wax designed for marine gelcoat Slippery surfaces can cause falls and injury Be careful not to apply too much wax on deck and gunnel stepping surfaces This w
71. nded Service Y E S 6 4 6 10 CONSUMER INFORMATION amp INDEX 6 6 11
72. ng The Engines on pages 3 11 to 3 13 for proper operation FUEL TANK FILLER CAP To remove the fuel tank filler cap turn it counterclockwise Fuel tank filler cap 2 Fuel tank vent Be sure to tighten the cap securely before operating FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS 2 FUEL COCKS FA we a TI The fuel cocks supply fuel from the tank to the carburetors of each engine The fuel cock has three positions D Fuel cock 1 OFF With the knob in this position fuel does not flow Always turn the knobs to this position when the engines are not running ON With the knob in this position fuel flows to the carburetors Normal running is done with the knobs in this position RES This position selects RESERVE If you run out of fuel in the ON position turn the knobs to this position to be able return to port to refuel Remember to fill the tank at the first opportunity After refueling return the fuel cock knob to the ON position for further boating CAUTION Sharp turns with a partial tank of fuel may result in fuel starvation due to fuel sloshing Turn the fuel cocks to Reserve if the engines begin to hes itate during aggressive turning or high speed operation to avoid poor performance or engine damage Always place the fuel cocks the OFF position when transporting or storing the Jet Boat Otherwise fuel could leak out into the engine or engine compartment w
73. ng owner s manual 1 7 Recharging battery 4 16 Replenishing the battery fluid 4 15 Reverse gate 2 2 8 3 5 4 14 Reverse operation 1 11 2 8 Rope e cic 2 2 Rough water operation 1 12 Rules of the Road 1 15 Rules when encountering other vessels 1 16 S Safety information 1 7 Seat 1 10 2 2 Seating 1 10 Self bailing 3 8 Shallow water operation 1 12 Sq L CREER ERREUR 2 7 3 5 Shift lever F N R 2 7 3 5 Silencer 4 2 Spark EP 2 1 4 6 Specific parts excluded from 1 6 1 Specifications 4 17 2 9 Starter motor idle 4 9 Starting the engines 3 11 Steering 2 5 3 5 3 17 Steering and sailing rules and sound signalS 1 15 Steering cable joints 4 7 Steering inspect
74. ny weeds or debris from the drive shaft impeller pump housing and steering nozzle If you cannot remove the debris consult your Yamaha Jet Boat Dealer To reinstall the access port cap first clean any debris from the threads in the access port Align the groove on 5 5 the plug under the cap with the locating tab in the port then slide the cap down Hand tighten the cap as firmly as possible by turning it clockwise Set the access port cap wrench in place on the cap handle and slide the handle through the upper holes Tighten the cap by turning it clockwise up to the 1 4 turn more until either set of lower holes in the wrench shaft align with the clamps Slide the T handle through the lower holes and secure it with both clamps CAUTION Be sure the caps are tightened securely and the cap wrenches are locked in place Otherwise the cap could loosen and be forced out of the access ports by water pressure causing loss of performance and possible dam age The hatch cover has interlocks to shut off the engines should the hatch be accidentally opened during operation The engines will not restart unless the hatch is closed and latched Chapter 6 CONSUMER INFORMATION amp INDEX LIMITED WARRENTY e e 6 1 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE COLE 5 6 4 BOATING TERM 6 5 SAMPLE FLOAF PEAN cererea SDS o EE DER EDS 6 6 INDEX CONSUMER INFORMATIO
75. o the dock then use engine thrust or a boat hook to gently move the stern to the dock LEAVING A DOCK Because boats steer from the stern the stern first moves in the direction opposite your desired turn It is espe cially important to understand this characteristic when leaving a dock If you simply turn the wheel to steer the bow away from the dock as you would when driving a car out of a parking Space you will drive the stern of the boat into the dock Following is a basic maneuvering technique which can be used in most circumstances 1 With engines idling and the bow still moored to the dock turn the steering wheel toward the dock This will start to move the stern of the boat away from the dock 2 When the stern is out a few feet release the bow mooring then steer in the direction you want the bow to move Open the throttle slightly and begin to move away from the dock BEACHING 1 Make sure no obstructions boats or swimmers are near the beach 2 Approach the beach slowly and stop the engines when the water is about 3 ft 90 cm deep Remember turning is impossible with the engine stopped 3 Get out of the boat and pull the bow up on the beach 4 When leaving the beach push the boat out into water that is at least 3 ft 90 cm deep before starting the engines CAUTION Small pebbles sand seaweed and other debris can be ingested into the jet intake and impair or damage the impeller A
76. o turn on the blower to ventilate the engine compartment See 3 9 for more information Bilge Pump Press this switch to activate the bilge pump See page 3 8 ACC The accessory switch can be used to control an installed accessory Switch Circuit Breakers The electrical circuit for each switch 1 protected by a circuit breaker If the button above a switch pops out push it 2 FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS back in with your finger If it pops out again ask your Yamaha dealer to inspect the electrical system Lights ACC The accessory switch can be used to control an installed accessory Lights This toggle switch controls the required on board lighting Press the switch up to turn on both the bow light and stern light for night running Press the switch down to operate the stern light alone when at anchor Put the switch in the middle position to turn off lights See page 3 9 for more information Horn Pressing this switch activates the horn The horn can be used to signal other boats as required by the Rules of the Road see page 1 15 2 12 FEATURES amp FUNCTIONS 2 ENGINE HOOD Closing Hood To open the engine hood lift the latch hook upward and lift the hood The hood is supported by gas filled struts Hood Latch To close the hood push the hood down to the closed position NOTE Make sure the hood is firmly secured with the latch 2 13 2 FEATURES amp FUNC
77. of main components 2 1 Lock plate engine stop switch 2 5 3 10 3 12 Lubrication 2 3 2 4 2 Main switcheS 2 6 Meeting other vessels Rules of the Road 1 16 Modifications 1 11 4 4 6 1 Night operation 1 13 Obtaining repairs under warranty 6 1 Oil filter M 4 11 Oil filter replacement 4 11 Oil injection system 3 2 Oil injection system inspection 4 11 Oil level warning light 2 10 RP 2 1 3 2 3 3 Oil tank capacity 3 3 EEE 3 11 Operation of controls and 6 9 other functions 1 2 5 Operational requirements 2 11 Overheat warning system 2 10 Overtaking another vessel Rules of the Road 1 17 P Q Period of warranty 6 1 Periodic inspection chart 4 5 Personal Flotation Devices 1 8 1 9 1 14 Post operation checks 3 20 Pre operation checklist 3 4 Pre operation checks 3 5 Primary Identification number 1 1 Protective apparel 1 9 1 14 Readi
78. of the boat the under side The cord or tether that connects the operator to the engine stop switch so the engines will stop if the operator accidentally leaves the helm A Personal Flotation Device also known as a life jacket Traveling at a speed fast enough so the boat has leveled out and is skimming on top of the water There is a wake The left side of the boat The vessel with the right of way when tow boats meet The right side of the boat The back part of the boat Traveling at a medium speed The bow of the boat is out of the water but you are still traveling through the water There is a wake The vertical part of the stern Traveling at idle speed using little or no throttle The boat is down in the water and it is not leaving a wake The visible track of disturbed water that the boat leaves behind as it moves in the water 6 5 6 CONSUMER INFORMATION amp INDEX SAMPLE FLOAT PLAN Leave a float plan with a responsible person on shore before boating The exam ple below can be copied and used FLOAT PLAN BOAT MAKE YAMAHA MOTOR TYPE Jet MODEL Exciter LENGTH 167 COLOR White with black and purple REG OPERATOR EMERGENCY PHONE ADDRESS PASSENGER 1 EMERGENCY PHONE ADDRESS PASSENGER 2 EMERGENCY PHONE ADDRESS PASSENGER 3 EMERGENCY PHONE ADDRESS PASSENGER 4 EMERGENCY PHONE ADDRESS POINT OF DEPARTURE DATE TIME TOW VEHICLE LICENSE TR
79. on keys remove lanyard and wait for all movement to stop before removing access port caps Never override interlocks to run engines with hatch open CAUTION Be sure the access port caps are tightened securely A loose could be forced out of the port by water pressure causing loss of performance and possible damage BEFORE LAUNCHING Make sure drain plug at the back of the hull is tightened securely See Owner s Manual for draining procedure AFTER OPERATION After removing from the water Flush drive system and hull with fresh water Open the drain plug at the back of the hull Start the engine and rapidly move throttle levers from idle to half throttle and back for 10 15 seconds to drain any leftover water in exhaust system Refer to the Owner s Manual for complete maintenance and storage information SAFETY INFORMATION IMPORTANT LABELS A WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive A fire or explosion can cause severe injury or death Shut off engines Refuel in well ventilated area way from flames or sparks Do not smoke Avoid spilling gasoline Wipe up spilled gasoline immediately WARNING Falling Hazard Falling on the deck or overboard may cause injury or death Hold on to the grips remain seated and place feet on the deck when the boat is in motion FIRE EXTINGUISHER Fire extinguisher is inside the bow locker Release strap to remove ext
80. oose from the hitch ball Crisscross the chains under the trailer tongue so the tongue will not hit the road surface if it falls loose Rig the chains as tightly as possible while allowing just enough slack to permit tight turns Be sure the tongue weight vertical weight on the hitch point is correct Generally 596 to 1096 of the combined weight of the boat and trailer should be on the tongue Too much or too little weight can cause difficult steering or trailer swaying TRAILERING CHECKLIST Check your state laws to be sure your trailer meets all regulations such as proper licensing brake axle load and safety chain require ments Check trailer for any loose fasteners or damaged parts Check tires for proper inflation 3 22 OPERATION 3 Check wheel bearings and wheel lug nuts before each trip Check tail brake and turn signal lights for proper operation Secure the bow of the boat to the trailer with the winch line and also with a separate bow tie down to the winch stand and frame crossmem ber Secure the stern cleats to the trailer with tie downs down and store the canopy top if used The top is not designed to stay on the Jet Boat at highway speeds Carry a spare tire for the trailer along with sufficient tools to change the tire While traveling check the wheel hubs on the trailer whenever you park the hub feels abnormally hot have the bearing inspe
81. pt during break in Simply pour gasoline petrol into the fuel tank and oil into the oil tank CAUTION Do not allow the oil tank to empty completely The oil injection pump must be bled to ensure proper oil flow after the tank empties Otherwise engine damage may occur Refer to page 4 12 Bleeding the Oil Injection Pump for correct procedure 7 Oil tank Oil tank cap Q Oil return line OPERATION 3 FILLING THE OIL TANK GASOLINE PETROL AND ENGINE OIL FILLING FILLING THE GASOLINE PETROL TANK Open the fuel tank filler cap and slow ly add fuel to the fuel tank Be careful not to spill fuel or overfill the tank Stop filling when the fuel just becomes visible in the bottom of the filler tube Do not top off the tank because gasoline petrol could spill out Be sure to tighten the cap securely CAUTION Be careful when refueling Avoid getting water or other contaminants in the fuel tank Contaminated fuel can cause poor running or engine damage Fuel tank capacity 34 US gal 129 lit Open the engine hood then open the oil tank filler cap Very slowly add engine oil to the oil tank Stop pouring when the oil just reaches the bottom of the filler neck Be sure to tighten the securely Oil in the bilge is a serious fire hazard Wipe up any spilled oil immediately and properly dis pose oil soaked rags Do not add gasoline to the oil tank Fire
82. r Jet Boat in unfamiliar waters TO GET MORE BOATING SAFETY INFORMATION Be informed about boating safety Additional publications and information can be obtained from many organiza tions 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 BOATING EDUCATION This manual cannot provide complete training on all aspects of boat opera tion All operators of this Jet Boat are encouraged to seek additional training on boat handling and safety Many states require operators under the age of 18 to be licensed in small boat oper ation and offer training and certification courses Many different agencies and organiza tions offer boating training and safety Some of these are listed below Check your local telephone directory for the telephone numbers and addresses your area U S Coast Guard Auxiliary American Red Cross National Fishing and Wildlife Foundation Power Squadrons Sports Fishing Institute State Boating Offices 1 19 ACCIDENT REPORTING Boat operators are required by law to file a Boating Accident Report with their state boating law enforcement agency if their boat has been involved in any of the following boating acci dents 1 There is loss of life or probable loss of life 2 There is perso
83. re burns etc It contains sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Antidote EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magnesia beaten egg or vegetable oil Call physician immediately EYES Flush with water for 15 min utes and get prompt medical atten tion Battery produce explosive gases Keep sparks flame cigarettes etc away Ventilate when charging or using in enclosed space Always shield eyes when working near bat teries KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN Replenishing the battery fluid A poorly maintained battery will deteri orate quickly The battery fluid should be checked before every outing Fill to the manufacturers recommend ed level when necessary Top up only with distilled water or pure de ionized water suitable to use in batteries CAUTION Normal tap water contains minerals which are harmful to a battery therefore refill only with distilled water 4 15 Recharging When charging the battery keep it well away from sparks and open flames as it gives off explo sive gases When using a battery charger connect the battery to the charg er before you turn on the charger This will prevent sparking at the terminals that could ignite bat tery gases e If jump starting the engine is nec essary in an emergency follow the instructions on page 5 3 Improper jump starting could cause
84. replaced under warranty will become the property of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A CUSTOMER S RESPONSIBILITY Under the terms of this warranty the customer will be responsible for ensuring that the Jet Boat is properly operated maintained and stored as spec ified in the applicable Owner s Manual The owner of the Jet Boat shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten 10 days of discovery and make the boat available at that time for inspection and repairs at the dealer s place of business GENERAL EXCLUSIONS FROM WARRANTY This warranty will not cover the repair of dam age if the damage is a result of abuse or neglect of the product Examples of abuse and neglect include but are not limited to 1 Racing or competition use modification of original parts abnormal strain 2 Lack of proper maintenance and off season storage as described in the Owner s Manual installation of parts or accessories that are not equivalent in design and quality to genuine Yamaha parts Use of lubricants oils and fuel oil mixtures that are not suitable for Jet Boat motor use Damage as a result of accidents collisions contact with foreign materials or submersion Growth of marine organisms on motor or hull surfaces Normal deterioration I9 250 d 9 Gel coat stress cracks 6 1 6 CONSUMER INFORMATION amp INDEX SPECIFIC PARTS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY Parts replaced due to normal
85. return to the full up stopper position when the shift lever is moved to the Forward position 3 5 Shift only with the engine idling Do not shift when applying throttle Fire Extinguisher Make sure the fire extinguisher is aboard and full See the instructions supplied by the fire extinguisher manu facturer to determine proper indication of condition Always carry a fire extinguisher on board 3 6 OPERATION This Jet Boat is included in the Class A inboard boat classification of the U S Coast Guard A boat of this tyoe MUST carry a fire extinguisher of a B 1 classi fication with a capacity of two pounds or more when navigating in waters under Coast Guard jurisdiction In addi tion most state and local boating laws also require that the craft carry a USCG approved fire extinguisher wherever the boat is operated A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this boat If you do not have one contact your local Yamaha Jet Boat dealer or a fire extinguisher dealer to obtain one meeting the prop er specifications A fire extinguisher holder is located inside the bow storage compartment Be sure the fire extinguisher is held in place by the strap OPERATION 3 Jet Intakes Before launching the Jet Boat careful ly check the jet intakes under the boat for weeds debris or anything else that might restrict the intake of water If the intakes are clogged cavitation could occur
86. rs must be out of the boat during refueling 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 filling 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 3 1 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 CAUTION Use only fresh gasoline petrol that has been stored in clean containers Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gaso hol containing ethanol and that con taining methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if ethanol content does not exceed 1096 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 Ring Free Fuel Additive Gasoline is a precise blend of many dif ferent substances each chosen to give certain characteristics Gasoline blends have been changing in recent years in response to concerns about pollution and resulting emiss
87. rt the engine or if it shows any other signs of decreased power OPERATION Drainage System Self Bailing Deck Most water which enters the deck area bails automatically out the stern through the large drain hole in the deck A one way check valve in the drain prevents water from traveling back to the deck during mooring or while moving reverse Bilge Pump Your Jet Boat is equipped with a drainage system that channels water that enters the boat from the storage compartments to the bilge under the engine compartment When the bilge pump is turned on see page 2 12 the pump will sense when there is exces sive water in the bilge and will auto matically drain most of it For normal operation turn the bilge pump switch on during boat use and turn it off when leaving the boat Drain Plug 3 8 A drain plug is located at the center of the stern to allow more complete drain ing when the boat is removed from the water Engine Compartment and Water will not normally enter the engine compartment or fuel compart ment areas during operation If it does open the drain plugs and allow water to drain Also open the engine compart ment plugs when flushing the engine area with fresh water after salt water operation CAUTION Excessive water in the engine compartment bilge can splash into the carburetor and engine This could cause engine damage Be sure all drain plugs are tight
88. shing the throttle lever up to half throttle and back for 10 to 15 seconds CAUTION Never run the engine at full throttle or for more than 15 seconds while the boat is out of the water The engine may overheat and or seize 3 20 OPERATION 3 3 Wash down the hull helm and both jet drive units with fresh water 4 Remove hull drain plug and the two engine compartment drain plugs Rinse the engine compartment with a small amount of fresh water Be careful not to get water on the car buretor or electrical components Allow any water in the bilge to drain out After the water has drained wipe the engine compartment and bilge with dry rags Reinstall all drain plugs NOTE This boat is equipped with an electric bilge pump that automatically removes excess water from the bilge while you are underway However some residual water remains that must be drained by removing the drain plug CAUTION Tighten the hull drain plug securely before launching the Jet Boat Clean any foreign material such as dirt or sand from the threads before installing the drain plug 5 Spray a rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant on metallic parts to mini mize corrosion 3 21 TRAILERING Avoid accident and injury from improper trailering The trailer must be matched for the Jet Boat s weight and hull The towing vehicle must have the capacity of pulling the load Pullin
89. smooth wide turns The Jet Boat is capable of very sharp turns which could exceed the abilities of the skier Keep the skier at least 150 feet 49m about twice the dis tance of a standard tow rope from any potential hazard Be alert to the hazard from the han dle snapping back into the boat when the skier falls or is unable to get up on the skis SAFETY INFORMATION 1 BASIC BOATING RULES RULES OF THE ROAD Your Yamaha Jet Boat is legally consid ered a power boat Operation of the Jet Boat 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 operating your Jet Boat These rules are used internationally 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 basi cally the same as the International Rules of the Road The rules presented here in your Owner s Manual are con densed 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 using your Jet Boat STEERING AND SAILING RULES AND SOUND SIGNALS
90. sult in injury to the boat operator and bystanders Use only enough throttle to maneu ver the boat into the correct posi tion 3 24 OPERATION 3 4 Make sure the boat is centered on the support rails and is headed straight for the bow stop bumper board Ease the boat forward until the bow rests against the bow stop 5 Attach and tighten the winch line CAUTION The winch line is not designed to pull the boat onto the trailer The winch line should not be the only line securing the bow during trailering Use a separate bow tie down line along with the winch to secure the boat to the trailer 6 Pull the trailer up the ramp out of the way of other boaters Attach the bow and stern tie downs Reconnect the trailer lights 7 Follow the Post Operation Checks on page 3 20 LIFTING CAUTION Do not attach lifting cables to the bow eye cleats waterski tow eye or grab handles Serious damage to the boat can occur Use only a sling designed specifically for lifting boats If you need to remove the Jet Boat from the water without a trailer use these guidelines Use sling type lifting mechanism designed for lifting boats The sling should be covered with a protective material to prevent damage to the hull gelcoat Use spreader bars to avoid side stress to the hull that may cause cracks in the gelcoat and fiberglass Attach guidelines to the bow eye and stern tie down cleats to con
91. ther 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 overtak ing the power driven vessel the power driven vessel has the right of way 2 Sailing vessels should keep clear of any fishing vessel 3 Inanarrow channel a sailing vessel should not hamper the safe pas sage of a power driven vessel which can navigate only in such a channel 147 SAFETY INFORMATION MAIN CHANNEL BUOYS N 5 o 1 3 5 7 1 N 2 LIGHTED BUOY Port Hand Odd number increasing toward head of naviga gt tion Leave to left proceeding upstream KE White Light 1 Green Light 2 4 6 RB LIGHTED BUOY Starboard Hand Even number increasing toward head of naviga tion Leave to starboard right proceeding up White Light a Red Light stream E Don 3 e LIGHTED SAFE WATER BUOY Proceeding toward head of No number Marks midchannel pass on either navigation from seaward side Letter has no lateral significance used for SECONDARY CHANNEL BUOYS identification and location purposes White Light c CAN BUOY Light Odd number Leave to port Vi RB LIGHTED PREFERRED CHANNEL xc NUN BUOY Even number Leave to starboard No number Topmost band red preferred channel is to left of b
92. tification number 1 1 Flush hose connector 2 1 4 1 Ignition switches 2 6 3 13 Flushing the 4 1 Important labels 1 2 Flushing the hull c 4 3 ipee 1 12 3 7 5 4 gos PA 4 2 J Footstep 2 2 Jet boat characteristics 1 11 Fuel and engine 3 3 1 1 12 3 7 5 4 UC M rH 2 9 Jet NOZZlOS aaa 1419 4 13 Fuel conditioner and stabilizer 4 1 Jetpropulsion 1 11 3 17 i MI MNT 4 11 Jet pump clean out procedures 5 4 Fuel level 20 Jel PUMP COVED usano aee tertie 5 4 UCI Teguiremeblte 1 12 6 8 CONSUMER INFORMATION amp INDEX 6 L Lanyard 1 10 2 5 3 10 3 2 Lanyard engine stop switch 1 10 2 5 3 10 3 2 E SURE ico 3 24 Sieg esase 1 3 2 2 3 9 Limit on running engine out of water 4 1 Limit on starter motor running PperiOd a s 3 13 Limitations on who may operate Jet 1 7 LO Ecaca 1 7 Location of labels 1 2 Location
93. tion before starting the engine Shift into neutral before starting engines Put throttle levers in idle position before shifting 1 Always make sure the boat is launched and used in waters that are free from weeds and debris and at least 3 ft 90 cm deep Never operate water that is less than 3 ft 91 4 deep You increase your chance of hitting an underwater obstacle You could be injured Pebbles or sand can also be sucked into the jet water intake damaging the impeller CAUTION There is a hull drain plug at the bot tom of the stern in the center Be sure it is securely tightened before launching the Jet Boat 2 Turn the fuel cock knob to the ON position 3 11 Before the first start up remove the fuel tank filler cap to release any built up pressure in the tank because of fuel expansion 3 Attach the lanyard clip to your PFD Install the lanyard lock plate on the engine stop switch by pushing the lock plate groove over the nut beneath the knob Be sure the lan yard is not wrapped around the steering wheel or tangled in the controls OPERATION 7 Engine stop switch 2 Lock plate with lanyard NOTE It is not possible to start the engine with the lock plate removed from the engine stop switch However the starter motor will turn the engine over 4 Pull the choke knob all the way out NOTE may be ne
94. to carry the operator up to four passengers and cargo as long as the total weight does not exceed the maxi mum load capacity Never have more than five people on board Weight distribution affects perfor mance Keep weight in the boat low and evenly distributed Remove any unnecessary cargo and store it on shore ATTENTION Maximum load capacity 930 Ib 421 kg Includes weight of operator passen gers and any cargo REQUIRED EQUIPMENT The U S Coast Guard USCG has regulations which describe minimum standards of safety You must comply with these regulations which apply to boats like your Jet Boat which are less than 26 feet long Personal Flotation Devices PFDs Type 1 11 or Ill as required for all people on board see Apparel for more information plus at least one Type IV throwable type Fire Extinguisher At least one B 1 type hand held portable fire extinguisher Visual Distress Signals Having USCG approved visual dis tress signals on board is recom mended under all circumstances and required if you will be operating on coastal waters the Great Lakes territorial seas and waters connected to them Contact your dealer or the Coast Guard for more information Sound Signalling Device Your Jet Boat is equipped with a horn which can be used to signal other boats See Rules of the Road for more information Navigation Lights Your Jet Boat is equipped with nav igatio
95. trol movement of the boat during lifting Remove all people and all cargo from the boat Drain any excess water from the bilge using the bilge pump Be sure all people are standing clear then lift boat slowly and just far enough to verify that the boat is securely held and properly bal anced If necessary lower the boat again and adjust the slings When ready lift the boat slowly and carefully 3 25 4 MAINTENANCE AND CARE STORAGE ee ener enn PREIS 4 1 Cooling Systemi Flushing ea 4 1 JEU o gie ANON 4 2 d 4 3 RUP 4 3 ADJUSTMENT AND MAINTENANCE 4 4 c 4 4 Periodic Inspection CGM s dest 4 5 Spark Plug Cleaning and 4 6 POINTS T 4 7 Fuel System Inspection 4 10 SS Te fmc c 8 4 11 Fuer 4 11 Oil Injection System Inspection 4 11 Bleeding the Oil Injection 4 12 Carburetor TOT essence 4 12 Steering Cable
96. u vering such as when docking Once the engines are idling shift to Reverse and gradually increase engine speed to slow down or stop Keep the following in mind when using reverse Reverse is for launching and low speed maneuvering only Shift only when the engines are idling or off Do not shift while applying throttle Make sure there are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting into reverse 1 SAFETY INFORMATION CRUISING LIMITATIONS Do not try to jump other boat s wakes or follow another boat or watercraft too closely or you will increase your chance of colliding with other boats Do not go over a water ski jump or attempt any other kind of jumping maneuver with the boat since you risk injuring yourself or damaging your Jet Boat Keep hands feet hair and all other parts of your body and clothing away from jet intakes on the bottom of the hull while engine is running because they could be caught in the intake Stop the engine and remove the lanyard before removing any debris or weeds which may have collected around the jet intake Refer to the Jet Pump Clean Out procedures on page 5 4 for further information Watch for dangerous underwater obstacles when boating in shallow water Never operate in water that is less than 3 ft 90 cm deep Do not board from the rear use swim platform or swim behind boat when engines are running Strong streams of water from the jet noz
97. uoy Letter has no lateral significance used for identification and location purposes Red or Red Light White Light No change SAFETY INFORMATION 1 Reading Buoys and Other Markers The waters of the United states are marked for safe navigation by the later al system of buoys Simply put buoys and markers an arrangement of shapes colors numbers and lights 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 per spective 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 pro ceeding 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 particular state The Uniform State Waterway Marking System has been devised for these waters This system uses buoys and signs with distinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory or advisory information These markers are white with black letters and orange borders They signify speed zones restricted areas danger areas and general information Remember markings may vary geographic location Always consult local boating authorities before driving you
98. us ly for more than five seconds 5 4 TROUBLESHOOTING amp SPECIAL PROCEDURES JET PUMP CLEAN OUT PROCEDURE SEVERE INJURY DEATH RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING Turn off and remove both ignition keys remove lanyard and wait for all movement to stop before removing access port caps Never override interlocks to run engine with hatch open The impeller has sharp edges Be careful when reaching into jet pump area If weeds or debris get caught in the intake or impeller cavitation can occur and though the engine speed rises for ward thrust will decrease If this condi tion is allowed to continue pump dam age can occur and the engines may overheat and seize If there is any sign that the jet intake or impeller is clogged with weeds or debris follow this cleanout procedure 1 Turn off and remove ignition keys remove lanyard and wait for all movement to stop 2 Lift the hatch on the rear platform TROUBLESHOOTING amp SPECIAL PROCEDURES Open the handle hold down clamps by turning them to the side then remove the T handle from the access port cap wrench Slide the T handle through the upper holes in the wrench Be sure the wrench is firmly seated on the access port cap handle then turn the wrench coun terclockwise to unscrew the cap Set the cap and wrench where they cannot be accidentally knocked overboard Remove a
99. ver have more than five people in the Jet Boat Passengers should sit so the weight in the boat is balanced from side to side as much as possible If the passenger seat in front of the helm is used be sure the opera tors view ahead is not obstructed Passengers must sit in one of the seats and hold onto the grips while putting both feet on the deck When passengers are on board make sure they are seated and hold ing on before you start to acceler ate An unprepared passenger could lose balance and fall BOARDING FROM THE WATER Strong streams of water from the jet nozzles can be dangerous and can result in serious injury when directed at body orifices rectum and vagina Do not board from the rear use swim platform or swim behind boat if engines are running Stay away from the back of the boat when engines are running OPERATION 1 Be sure engines are off then move to the stern of the boat Put a foot on the rear boarding step and grab the boarding handles in the swim plat form 2 Climb up onto the swim platform then climb over the engine hatch and sit in one of the seats provided CAUTION Do not use control levers as grab handles because damage can occur 3 BOARDING FROM A DOCK OR LANDING JETTY 1 Board the boat from the side One person should board at a time by stepping into the boat Never jump in Avoid stepping on slick gelcoat surfaces on the boats gunw
100. vernment requires each manufacturer to maintain a complete up to date list of all first purchasers against the possibility of a safety related defect and recall This list is compiled from the purchase registrations sent to Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A by the selling dealer at the time of your purchase If you should move after you have purchased your new Jet Boat please advise us of your new address by sending a postcard listing your Yamaha model name engine number dealer num ber or dealer s name as it is shown on your warranty card your name and new mailing address Mail to YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A WARRANTY DEPARTMENT P O Box 6555 Cypress California 90630 This will ensure that Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A has an up to date registration record in accordance with federal law 6 3 6 CONSUMER INFORMATION amp INDEX YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Keep your Yamaha Jet Boat protected even after the 1 year warranty coverage provisions expire with genuine Yamaha Extended service Y E S Y E S is designed and administered by Yamaha Motor Corporation to provide maxi mum owner satisfaction You get uninterrupted factory backed coverage for extra peace of mind Y E S is flexible You choose the plan that s right for you 12 months 24 months 36 months or 48 months beyond the 1 year warranty coverage period That means you can get up to 5 years of cover age on the power train controls and other
101. vessels which could lead to a collision unless the Steering Rules are followed Meeting you are approaching another vessel head on Crossing you are travelling across the other vessel s path Overtaking you are passing or being passed by another vessel In the following illustration your Jet Boat is in the center You should give the right of way to any vessels shown in the white area you are the Give Way vessel Any vessels in the shad ed area must yield to you they are the Give Way vessels Both you and the meeting vessel must alter course to avoid each other 1 SAFETY INFORMATION Meeting If you are meeting another power ves sel head on and are close enough to run the risk of collision neither of you has the right of 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 star board right side must keep out of the way of the other 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 main tain course and direction provided the other vessel gives you the right of
102. wear or rou tine maintenance such as oil spark plugs fuel filters impeller and liner and anodes are not ered by warranty Charges for transporting the Jet Boat to and from an authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer are excluded from warranty coverage TRANSFER OF WARRANTY Transfer of the warranty from the original purchaser to any sub sequent purchaser is possible by having the boat inspected by an authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer and requesting the dealer to submit a change of registration to Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A within ten 10 days of the transfer YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIM ITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA MOTOR COR PORATION U S A AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU ALSO EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY ARE ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF USE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCI DENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A Post Office Box 6555 Cypress California
103. zles can be dangerous and can Do not operate the boat in rough result in serious injury when direct ed at body orifices rectum and vagina Never insert any object in the jet pump outlet 1 12 water bad weather or when visibili ty is poor this may lead to an dent causing injury or death Operation in rough water can crack the hull or damage internal parts SAFETY INFORMATION 1 NIGHT OPERATION Be alert to the possibility of adverse weather Take note of marine weath er forecasts and the prevailing weather conditions before setting out in your Jet Boat Leave a float plan with responsi ble person on shore Tell where you plan to go and when you plan to arrive and provide a description of your boat Advise this person if your plans change and also when you arrive to prevent false alarms A sample float is included on page 6 6 When using your Jet Boat before dawn and after dusk you must have both bow and stern lights operating When at anchor in the dark the stern light must be lit See page 2 12 for instructions 1 13 WATERSKIING You can use the Jet Boat to tow a waterskier using the tow eye provided Do not attach the tow rope to any other location on the boat It is the boat operator s responsibility to be alert to the safety of the waterskier and others Know and follow all state and local waterskiing regulations in effect for the waters in which you will

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