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Yamaha 242 Limited S Owner's Manual
Summary of 242 Limited S
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Lit-18626-09-38 ©2011 yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Printed in u.S.A. Ar/sx 240 & 242 limited/s owner’s/ o p era tor ’s manual warning read this manual carefully before operating this boat. Ar/sx 240 & 242 limited/s owner’s/operator’s manual.
Page 2: Warning
Warning warning the engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the state of california to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Yamaha lit-calif-65-01 read this manual carefully before operating this boat. This manual should stay with the boat if sold..
Page 3: To The Owner
To the owner ar240 ho, sx240ho, 242 limited s, 242 limited (sxt1800a-l/b-l/c-l/d-l/e-l/f-l/g-l/h-l) owner’s / operator’s manual ©2011 by yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. 1st edition, august 2011 all rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of yamaha motor co...
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1 s afety i nformation 2 f eatures & f unctions 3 o peration 4 m aintenance & c are 5 t rouble r ecovery 6 c onsumer i nformation ar240 ho, sx240 ho, 242 limited s, & 242 limited.
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Chapter 1 safety information identification number records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 primary i.D. Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 hull identification number (h.I.N.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 engine serial number . . . . . . . . ...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-1 identification number records record your primary i.D., h.I.N., and engine numbers in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare parts from your yamaha boat dealer. Also record and keep these i.D. Numbers in a separate place in case your boat is stolen. Primary i....
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S afety i nformation 1 1-2 emission control information this engine family conforms to u.S. Epa regulations for marine si engines. Approval label of emission control certificate this label is attached to the electrical box. emission control information label manufactured date label manufactured ...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-3 important labels read the following labels before operating this boat. If you need any additional information, contact a yamaha dealer..
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S afety i nformation 1 1-4 warning labels if any of these labels is damaged or missing, contact a yamaha dealer for a replacement..
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S afety i nformation 1 1-5 carbon monoxide (co) can cause brain damage or death. Engine and generator exhaust contains odorless and colorless carbon monoxide gas. Carbon monoxide will be around the back of the boat when engines or generators are running. Move to fresh air if you feel nausea, headach...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-6 f2a other labels ar240 ho / 242 limited s 1980 vonore, tn tennesee watercraft inc., 11 2200 this boat complies with u.S. Coast guard safety standards in effect on the date of certification national marine manufacturers association f2d.
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S afety i nformation 1 1-7 safety information the safe use and operation of this boat is dependent upon the use of proper operating techniques, as well as upon the common sense, good judgment, and expertise of the operator. Every operator should know the following requirements before operating the b...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-8 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 boat which are less than 26 feet long. • personalflotationdevices(pfds): type i, ii, or iii as ...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-9 cruising limitations • scanconstantlyforpeople,objects, and other watercraft. Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others. • operatedefensivelyatsafespeeds and keep a safe distance from peo- ple, objects, and other watercraft. • donotf...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-10 operational requirements • allridersmustwearacoastguard approved personal flotation device (pfd). • eyeprotectionisrecommendedto keep wind, water, and glare from the sun out of your eyes while you operate your boat. Restraining straps for eyewear are made which are design...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-11 • attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to the pfd and keep it free from the steering wheel or other controls so that the engine stops if the operator accidentally leaves the helm. Failure to attach the engine shut-off cord could result in a runaway boat if the operat...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-12 • this yamaha boat is water-jet propelled. The pumps are directly connected to the engines. This means that the jet thrust will pro- duce some movement whenever the engines are running. The boat has a “neutral” position, but since the boat is always producing thrust while...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-13 water-skiing you can use the boat to tow a water skier, using the tow cleat provided. It is the boat operator’s responsibility to be alert to the safety of the water-skier and others. Know and follow all state and local water-skiing regulations in effect for the waters in...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-14 rules of the road your yamaha boat is legally considered a powerboat. Operation of the boat must be in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the water- way on which it is used. Justastherearerulesthatapplywhen you are driving on streets and high- ways, there...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-15 rules when encountering vessels there are three main situations that you may encounter with other vessels which could lead to a collision unless the steering rules are followed: meeting: you are approaching another vessel head-on. Crossing: you are traveling across anothe...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-16 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 maintai...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-17 “6” c “1” n “2” “7” rb “l” or rg “l” s ec o nd ar y ch an ne l m ain c ha nn el “5” “4” “3” “2” “1” c “1” n “2” “a” proceeding toward head of navigation from seaward secondary channel buoys starts new numbering systems can buoy odd number. Leave to port. Or old new nun bu...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-18 reading buoys and other markers the waters of the united states are marked for safe navigation by the lateral system of buoyage. Simply put, buoys and markers have an arrange- ment of shapes, colors, numbers, and lights to show which side of the buoy a boater should pass ...
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S afety i nformation 1 1-19 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 cons...
Page 29: Chapter 2
Chapter 2 features & functions location of main components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 operation of controls and other functions . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 tilt lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 31: Eatures
F eatures & f unctions 2 2-1 location of main components main features: fueltank battery blower motor port / starboard features: flushattachments electrical boxes dipstick mufflers water lock spark plugs / spark plug caps airfiltercases hood supports engine compartment vent o...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-2.
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-3 location of main components: bow light bow eye storage compartments bow anchor locker grab handles cleats courtesy lights / tower lights fuelcompartmentaccesshatch throttle / shift levers ski locker stern light storage stern light socket ski tow...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-4 horn nav anch shower tower lts ctlt/ tower docking ltd se arch band subw 2 zone xbas as•ps sat info open + top menu mode multi- environment player - audio enter 6 5 4 3 2 1 rpt shu aquatic av 2 zone aq-ip-3b ipod ready xm for operating instructions consult owner’s manual...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-5 operation of controls and other functions steering steering wheel your boat can be steered by turning the steering wheel the same direction 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 craf...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-6 engine shut-off switch • alwaysattachtheengineshut-off cord to your personal flotation device (pfd) before starting the engines. Failure to attach the cord could result in a runaway boat if the operator is ejected. • donotattachthecordtocloth- ing that could tear loose. ...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-7 start: the starter motor will turn to start the engine. (when the key is released, it returns automatically to “on.”) tip: • theenginewillnotstartwhenthe engine shut-off cord clip is removed from the engine stop switch. The starter motor will turn over without the cord a...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-8 the drive line on the boat is direct drive, so jet thrust is always being produced 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 w...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-9 fuel tank filler cap to remove the fuel tank filler cap, turn it counterclockwise. fueltankfillercap be sure to tighten the cap securely before operating. Gauges the boat is equipped with a speedometer and two multi-function tachometers . The tachometer on the left ...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-10 pushbutton wake up mode: refers to thestatewhenbothenginesareoff, the gauges are shut down, and the operator pushes the “ m” button to see the clock. This mode only lasts for 5 seconds and then enters sleep mode power up and basic function: the gauge system will power u...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-11 2) contrast: adjust the contrast of the lcd. • press the m button to decrease contrast or the t button to increase contrast. • toexit,simplydonothing. 3) backlighting: adjust the bright- ness of the gauge system back- lighting. • press the m button to decrease brightnes...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-12 warnings warnings are audible and / or visual indicators of a fault condition. A warning will be displayed on the master gauge lcd. Warnings on the lcd can be acknowledged by pressing the m but- ton. Once acknowledged the message will disappear and be replaced by an “ a...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-13 engine overheat warning system this model is equipped with an engine overheat warning system. If the engine starts to overheat, “engine over temp” will appear on the lcd display of the affected engine. The buzzer also begins to sound. The engine speed is automatically l...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-14 engine oil pressure low warning if the oil pressure does not rise to spec- ification, “low oil press” will appear on the tachometer of the affected engine and the buzzer sounds intermittently. At the same time, the engine speed is limited to help prevent damage. If this...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-15 courtesy lights tower lights (242 limited s model) this toggle switch turns on lights inside the boat. On the 242 limited s model, press the right side of the switch to turn on both the courtesy lights and the tower lights. Press the left side of the switch to turn on t...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-16 to set no wake mode: press the top, plus side, of the switch once to set both engines in no wake mode. A confirmation “no wake 1” will appear in the lcd screen. Engine speed will initially be set at approxi- mately 1600 rpm for very slow, no-wake maneuvering. Pressing t...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-17 accessory outlet there is a 12vdc outlet with resettable circuit breaker located in the portside console storage compartment. Do not use an automotive cigarette lighter or other accessories that get hot because the outlet can be dam- aged. Switch circuit breakers the el...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-18 passenger seats the passenger seat on the port side of some models can be positioned in two ways. It can be positioned flat as a bench seat or upright. To position the seat with the upright backrest, lift the strap provided at the center of the seat and push the forward...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-19 stereo system a stereo receiver is standard. On ar240 and sx240 models, the system consists of the receiver / cd player, speakers, mp3 input jack and a remote control keypad at the stern. 242 limited and 242 limited s models have a receiver with built-in ipod ®1 dock, s...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-20 storage compartments your boat has convenient on-board storage areas. Bow anchor storage under front seats pull up the seat cushions to access the storage compartments. The starboard side compartment is designed to be used as an ice chest. Ski locker driver’s side conso...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-21 port gunwale battery compartment do not carry any flammable sub- stances in the battery compartment or any heavy or metal items that can damage the battery or cause a short circuit. Sparks or fire could result. Enclosed head compartment the port-side console has a large...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-22 windshield unsnap the retaining strap from the windshield and pivot it into place. Rotate the two latches to keep the windshield secured. When the wind- shield is open, be sure to secure it with the retaining strap to keep it from moving while underway or trailering...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-23 using the shower press the pump switch on the instru- ment panel to the on position. Lift the handle and push the flow control lever. When finished showering, push the pump switch to the off position. Feed the shower handle hose back into the opening and place the sho...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-24 do not modify the tower to tow from any other point or to carry any ac- cessories or equipment not ap- proved by yamaha. The tower could be damaged, ar240 collapsing the wakeboard tower the wakeboard tower can be col- lapsed for boat storage in a building or under a can...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-25 5) line up the short tower storage sup- port with the hole in the upper tower section on each side. Install the knobs, but leave them slightly loose. Once all supports and knobs are in place, tighten all knobs securely. 5 short tower storage support raising 1) while an ...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-26 242 limited and 242 limited s collapsing the wakeboard tower the wakeboard tower can be collapsed for boat storage in a building or under a canopy or carport. To avoid damage the folding wake- board tower, the boat, or both: • accidentally dropping the upper tower secti...
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F eatures & f unctions 2 2-27 7) have the assistant raise or lower the tower as needed until the hole in the tower storage support bar aligns from the inside with the mounting hole in the rear tower mounting arm. Insert a screw knob from the outside through the support bar and then through the rear ...
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Chapter 3 operation fuel and oil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 engine oil level . . . . . . . . . ....
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O peration 3 3-1 fuel and oil gasoline • gasoline and gasoline vapors are extremely flammable. To avoid fires and explosions and to reduce the risk of injury when refueling, follow these instruc- tions. • gasoline is poisonous and can cause injury or death. Handle gasoline with care. Never siphon ga...
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O peration 3 3-2 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 emissions regulations. One of the most obvious ch...
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O peration 3 3-3 3) if the engine oil level is below the minimum level mark, perform steps 4~6 to add enough oil so the oil level is between the minimum and maximum level marks on the dipstick. If the engine oil level is significantly above the maximum level mark, have a yamaha dealer service the wa...
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O peration 3 3-4 item check page ref. Beforelaunchoroperation: steering check for proper steering operation. 3-5 throttle check for proper throttle operation. 3-5 shifting check for proper shift operation. 3-5 fireextinguisher check readiness of the extinguishers. 3-6 hull check the hull for damage ...
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O peration 3 3-5 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 un- restricted throughout the whole range. Make sure both jet nozzles ch...
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O peration 3 3-6 fire extinguishers make sure at least one fire extinguisher is aboard and full. See the instructions supplied by the extinguisher manufac- turers to determine indication of condi- tion. As an inboard boat less than 26 feet in length, your boat must be fitted with one b-1 type fire e...
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O peration 3 3-7 extinguisher is recommended; a chem- ical-type fire extinguisher may not be adequate in this application. See fire extinguishers above for more informa- tion. Access port caps lift the hatch on the rear platform. Pull up forcefully on the t-handle of each cap. If the cap will move, ...
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O peration 3 3-8 fuel system refer to page 4-10, “fuel system inspection,” for correct procedure. Fuel and engine oil levels 1) turn the right switch key to on. Select"fuellevel"inthestarboard gauge (see page 2-9). Add fuel if necessary. Note: the fuel level is most accu- rate when the boat is sitti...
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O peration 3 3-9 fuel compartment drain plugs – water will not normally enter the fuel compartment areas during operation. If it does, open the drain plugs and al- low water to drain. Be sure all drain plugs are tightened before operating your boat. If a fuel or fuel / water mixture drains from th...
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O peration 3 3-10 lights check for proper operation of the bow, stern, and instrument lights by press- ing the switch on the control panel. If the stern light is not installed, remove it from the storage area, lift the socket cover, and install it into the socket to check operation. Horn press the...
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O peration 3 3-11 cooling-water pilot outlets check that water comes out from the pilot outlets while engine is running in the water. Refer to page 2-13 for correct operation of the device. Note: it may take up to 20 seconds for water to reach the pilot outlets when first launching the boat. The amo...
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O peration 3 3-12 do not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) with the bimini top in the up posi- tion. Storing in the upright position 1) unhook the front straps and pull the top to the back. 2) roll the fabric around the frames and zip the storage cover in place. Do not trailer the boat with the bimini top in ...
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O peration 3 3-13 bimini top ar240 raising from the collapsed position: 1) unbuckle the cover straps from around the top of the wakeboard tower, then unzip and remove the storage cover. 2) zip the three flaps at the front of the canvas around the top tubes of the tower. 1 tower tube 2zipperflaps 3) ...
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O peration 3 3-14 5) collapse the front support poles until the snap buttons click into place to tighten the top fabric . 7 collapsed support pole do not exceed 45 mph (72 km/h) with the bimini top in the deployed position. Storing 1) extend the forward support poles by pressing in the snap buttons....
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O peration 3 3-15 4) unclip the plastic clips and pull the rear supports toward the stern. Ex- tend the rear supports to the long position (bottom button). 4 spring-loaded pin 5 long position (attaching) 6 middle position (cruising) 7 short position (pulling wakeboard) 5) attach the rear support pol...
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O peration 3 3-16 operation starting the engines severe injury or death may result if you ignore any of the following: • before operating your boat, become familiar with all controls. Consult your yamaha dealer about any control or function you do not fully understand. Failure to understand how the ...
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O peration 3 3-17 2) attach the engine shut-off cord to yourpfd.Installthecordcliponto the engine shut-off switch by push- ing the clip groove over the nut beneath the knob. Be sure the cord is not wrapped around the steering wheel or tangled in the controls. engine shut-off switch clip with cor...
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O peration 3 3-18 on this boat, the engines are connected directly to the drive unit. Starting either engine generates some thrust imme- diately. Only enough throttle should be applied to keep the engine at a fast enough idle to stay running. Do not operate the boat with just one engine running. Sev...
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O peration 3 3-19 driving your boat getting to know your boat operating your 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 boat can be a very enjoyable activity,...
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O peration 3 3-20 turning the boat • do not pull the throttle levers back to idle when trying to steer away from objects – you need throttle to steer. • be sure passengers are hold- ing on before making turns. An unprepared passenger could lose balance and fall. Steering control depends on the com- ...
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O peration 3 3-21 boating with passengers when passengers are on board, make sure they are seated and hold- ing on before you start to accelerate. An unprepared passenger could lose balance and fall. Your boat is designed for one opera- tor and up to nine passengers only. Never have more than ten pe...
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O peration 3 3-22 1) be sure engines are off, then move to the stern of the boat. Pull out the ladder and climb up onto the step. Return the ladder to the stowed position before climbing into the boat. 2) climb up onto the swim platform, then sit in one of the seats provided. Boarding from a dock or...
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O peration 3 3-23 docking 1) make sure no obstructions, boats or swimmers are close to the boat. Come to a stop before you reach the dock. 2) notice how wind and water currents are affecting boat movement as you attach your mooring lines and fenders. 3) approach the dock at idle speed. Use reverse a...
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O peration 3 3-24 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. Remem- ber: turning is impossible with the engine stopped. 3) get out of the boat and pull the bow up on the be...
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O peration 3 3-25 crossing wakes and swells you will not always have flat, smooth water. There will be swells and wakes from other boats, etc. The best way to cross wakes and swells is with the least jolt to you and the boat. Small swells are not as difficult to cross as larger swells or wakes. Cros...
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O peration 3 3-26 post-operation checks post-operation checks these post-operation procedures are developed to help preserve the long- term appearance and reliability of your boat. Perform these procedures as soon as possible after the boat is loaded back on the trailer after the day’s use. Some own...
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O peration 3 3-27 5) remove hull drain plug and the engine compartment drain plugs . Rinse the engine compart- ment with a small amount of fresh water. Be careful not to get water on the air filter area or electrical components. Allow any water in the bilge to drain out. After the wa- ter has dra...
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O peration 3 3-28 trailering avoid accident and injury from improper trailering: • thetrailermustbematchedfor the boat’s weight and hull. • the towing vehicle must have the capacity of pulling the load. Pulling a load that exceeds the towing capacity may cause loss of control. • be sure the boat is ...
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O peration 3 3-29 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. • checktrailerforanyloosefasten- ers or damaged parts. • checktiresforproperinflation. • check wheel bearings and...
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O peration 3 3-30 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: • backslowly.Makesteeringadjust- ments in small steps. • turn the towin...
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O peration 3 3-31 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 person act as an observer while standing to the side of the boat. Stop when the tops of the trailer’s fenders ...
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O peration 3 3-32 lifting do not attach lifting cables to the bow eye, cleats, water-ski 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 boat from the water without a trailer, use these guide- lines: ...
Page 93: Chapter 4
Chapter 4 maintenance and care storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 fuelsystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 coolingsystemflushing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 lubrication . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 95: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-1 storage storing your boat for prolonged periods of time, such as winter storage, requires preventative maintenance to ensure against deterioration. It is advisable to have the boat serviced by an authorized yamaha boat dealer before storage. However, the following procedur...
Page 96: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-2 4) turn off the water supply, then drain residual water from the exhaust system by alternately pushing the throttle lever up to half throttle and back for 10 to 15 seconds. Shut off engine. Never have the water on when the engine is not running. The water could flow back t...
Page 97: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-3 should the start battery become dis- charged the emergency parallel switch should be rotated to the on (green) position and the engines started. After starting or when the discharged bat- tery has recovered, the emergency parallel switch can be returned to the off position...
Page 98: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-4 2) remove the drain plug in the stern. Clean the hull, boat inte- rior, and drive units with yama- clean wash & wax concentrate or a mild natural soap and wa- ter. Rinse with fresh water. Scum on the hull can be removed with yamaclean hull cleaner. Notice: incorrect clea...
Page 99: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-5 basic stain guide here are basic steps to remove com- mon stains from boat upholstery. Consult your dealer or upholstery- cleaning professional for difficult stains. Type of stain steps (rinse with clean, warm water and then dry after application) 1 2 3 general care/ dirt ...
Page 100: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-6 maintenance and adjustments be sure to turn off the engines when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified. If you are not familiar with machine servicing, this work should be done by a yamaha dealer or other qualified mechanic. Maintenance, replacement, or repair...
Page 101: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-7 maintenance interval initial thereafter every page 10 hours 50 hours 100 hours 100 hours 200 hours 6 months 12 months 12 months 24 months spark plug inspection / cleaning / adjustment grease points greasing 4-8 bearing housing greasing *1 *2 *2 4-9 fuelsystem inspection 4-...
Page 102: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-8 grease points to keep moving parts sliding or rotating smoothly, coat them with water resistant grease such as yamaha marine grease, yamaha grease a, or an equivalent. Throttle cable grease the throttle-cable inner wires at the pulley wheel of the aps. Steering cable ball ...
Page 103: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-9 bearing housing bearing housing grease nipple grease the bearing housing through the grease nipple. 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. After fi...
Page 104: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-10 fuel system inspection gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. Failure to check for and repair any fuel leakage could result in fire or explosion. A fire or explo- sion can cause severe injury or death. When inspecting the fuel system, shut off the engine, do not smok...
Page 105: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-11 fuel system cleaning if the fuel tank needs to be cleaned or when any water is found in the fuel system, take the boat to your yamaha dealer for service. Engine oil / filter engine oil is extremely hot after the engine is turned off. Coming into contact with or getting an...
Page 106: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-12 steering cable inspection be sure to check: 1) check for smooth operation of the wheel and steering nozzles. 2) check for proper steering adjust- ment. The nozzles should both point straight back when the steer- ing wheel is centered. If steering is stiff or misadjusted, ...
Page 107: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-13 reverse gate mechanism inspection 1) remove the engine stop switch lanyard and ignition keys. 2) put the throttle levers in the idle position (otherwise the shift lever will not move). 3) pushtheshiftlevertoforwardfrom the neutral position while a second person observes s...
Page 108: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-14 replacement procedure when the anode has eroded to approximately one-half its original size, it should be replaced. Ask your dealer for this service or you can do it your- self if you have a torque wrench of the proper type. 1) unscrew the two mounting bolts that secure t...
Page 109: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-15 batteries battery electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous, causing severe 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 magnes...
Page 110: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-16 connecting the battery terminals always make sure the connections are correct when you install the battery in the boat. Make sure that the breather pipe is properly connected and that it is not damaged or obstructed. positive (+) battery cable (red) negative(–)battery...
Page 111: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-17 specifications item / model unit ar240ho, sxt1800 (a,b,c) vehicle capacity maximum people on board number of people 11 maximum load capacity lb. 1980 dimensions length feet / inches 23.63' / 283.5" beam feet / inches 8.86' / 106.3" draft inches 18" dry weight lb. 3369 hei...
Page 112: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-18 specifications item / model unit sx240ho, sxt1800 (d,e,f) vehicle capacity maximum people on board number of people 11 maximum load capacity lb. 1980 dimensions length feet / inches 23.63' / 283.5" beam feet / inches 6.23' / 74.8" draft inches 18" dry weight lb. 3298 heig...
Page 113: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-19 specifications item / model unit 242 limited s, sxt1800 (g, h) vehicle capacity maximum people on board number of people 11 maximum load capacity lb. 1980 dimensions length feet / inches 23.63' / 283.5" beam feet / inches 9.8' / 110.2" draft inches 18" dry weight lb. 3519...
Page 114: Aintenance
M aintenance & c are 4 4-20 specifications item / model unit 242 limited, sxt1800 (j) vehicle capacity maximum people on board number of people 11 maximum load capacity lb. 1980 dimensions length feet / inches 23.63' / 283.5" beam feet / inches 6.23' / 74.8" draft inches 18" dry weight lb. 3439 heig...
Page 115: Chapter 5
Chapter 5 trouble recovery troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 emergency procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 towing the boat . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 117: Rouble
T rouble r ecovery 5 5-1 troubleshooting if any trouble happens on your 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 boat dealer or qualified mechanic for the ...
Page 118: Rouble
T rouble r ecovery 5 5-2 trouble possible cause remedy page engine runs irregularly or stalls •fuel empty •refillassoonaspossible 3-1 stale or contaminated •haveservicedat yamaha dealer •fuelfilter water or dust collected •haveservicedat yamaha dealer •sparkplug fouledordefective •haveservicedat yam...
Page 119: Rouble
T rouble r ecovery 5 5-3 emergency procedures towing the boat • the operator of the towing boat must keep speed to a minimum and avoid traffic or obstacles which could be a hazard to either boat. • the towing line should be long enough so the towed boat will not collide with the towing boat when slo...
Page 120: Rouble
T rouble r ecovery 5 5-4 jump starting severe injury or death may result if you ignore any of the following: • if blower will not operate, ven- tilate engine compartment by opening engine compartment hatch for several minutes before attempting a jump start. • donotconnectthenegative(–) jumper cable ...
Page 121: Rouble
T rouble r ecovery 5 5-5 jet pump clean-out procedure severe injury or death may result if you ignore any of the following: • turn off and remove both igni- tion keys, remove lanyard, and wait for all movement to stop before removing access port caps. • neveroverrideinterlockstorun engine with hatch...
Page 122: Rouble
T rouble r ecovery 5 5-6 5) to reinstall the access port cap, first clean off any sand or other foreign matter from the cap or port surfaces. Apply a light coat of ya- malube waterproof marine grease (p/n: acc-greas-10-ct) as needed to the seal of the clean-out port caps. Clean any debris from the c...
Page 123: Chapter 6
Chapter 6 consumer information & index limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 yamaha extended service (y.E.S.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 boating terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 sample float plan . . . . ....
Page 125: Onsumer
C onsumer i nformation 6 6-1 yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Yamaha boat limited warranty yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Hereby warrants that new yamaha boats will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the period of time stated herein, subject to certain stated limitations. Period ...
Page 126: Onsumer
C onsumer i nformation 6 6-2 specific parts excluded from warranty: parts replaced due to normal wear or routine maintenance such as oil, spark plugs, fuel filters, impeller and liner, and anodes are not covered by warranty. Charges for transporting the boat to and from an authorized yamaha boat dea...
Page 127: Onsumer
C onsumer i nformation 6 6-3 q. May i perform any or all of the recommended maintenance shown in the owner’s 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 item...
Page 128: Onsumer
C onsumer i nformation 6 6-4 keep your yamaha 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 maximum owner satisfaction. You get uninterrupted factory-b...
Page 129: Onsumer
C onsumer i nformation 6 6-5 boating terms term definition bow the front part of the boat. Deck the “floor” or upper structure which covers the hull. Give-way the vessel which must yield the right-of-way when two boats meet. Gunwale the meeting junction of the deck and hull; the upper edge around th...
Page 130: Onsumer
C onsumer i nformation 6 6-6 sample float plan leave a float plan with a responsible person on shore before boating. The example below can be copied and used. Float plan vesselinformation boatmake: yamaha motor type: jet model: length: registration no: deckcolor: hullcolor: passenger operator addres...
Page 131: Onsumer
C onsumer i nformation 6 6-7 a access port caps . . . . . . . . 3-7, 5-5 adjustment and maintenance . . . . . 4-6 age limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 airfilter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 anchor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 anchoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24 anodes ...
Page 132: Onsumer
C onsumer i nformation 6 6-8 f fillingthegasolinetank . . . . . . . . 3-1 filter,air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 fireextinguishers . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 fireport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6 floatplan. . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9, 6-6 flushhoseconnector . . . . . . 2-1, 4-1 flushin...
Page 133: Onsumer
C onsumer i nformation 6 6-9 p, q passenger seat, folding . . . . . . . 2-18 passengers. . . . . . . . . . . 1-10, 3-21 period of warranty . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 periodic inspection chart . . . . . . . . 4-6 personalflotation devices . . . . . 1-8, 1-10, 1-13, 3-16 post-operation checks . . . . ....
Page 135: Warning
Lit-18626-09-38 ©2011 yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Printed in u.S.A. Ar/sx 240 & 242 limited/s owner’s/ o p era tor ’s manual warning read this manual carefully before operating this boat. Ar/sx 240 & 242 limited/s owner’s/operator’s manual.