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Yamaha AR210 Owner's/operator's Manual

Summary of AR210

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    Lx210 / ar210 owner’ s / operator’ s manual.

  • Page 2: To The Owner

    Thank you for choosing a yamaha boat. This owner’s 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 operat...

  • Page 3: Eatures

    2 f eatures & f unctions 1 s afety i nformation 3 o peration 4 m aintenance & c are 5 t roubleshooting & s pecial p rocedures 6 c onsumer i nformation.

  • Page 4: Chapter 1

    Chapter 1 safety information identification number records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1 primary i.D. Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1 hull identification number (h.I.N.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 5: Afety

    1-1 s afety i nformation 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....

  • Page 6: Emission Control

    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. 1 emission control information label manufactured date label 2 manufactured date label 1 s afety i nfor...

  • Page 7: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-3 important labels 17 15 15 16 15 5 19 19 15 15 21 14 6 9 9 18 7 8 10 11 12 13 22 25 26 23 24 2 20 4 1 3 27 27.

  • Page 8: Afety

    1 s afety i nformation 1-4 1 3 2 4 7.

  • Page 9: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-5 5 6 7 8 9 10 lst1200-a for do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or running engine. Yamaha 6r7-83623-40

  • Page 10: Afety

    For-u411d-00 before launching: • • yamaha f0r-u419c-11 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 lever from idle to half-throttle and back for 10~15 seconds to drain any leftove...

  • Page 11: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-7 19 23 24 22 25 20 26 21 27 22 ar model.

  • Page 12: Afety

    1 s afety i nformation 1-8 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 oper- ator. Every operator should know the following requirements before operating the...

  • Page 13: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-9 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. Personal flotation devices (pfds): type i, ii, or iii as...

  • Page 14: Cruising Limitations

    Cruising limitations scan constantly for people, objects, and other watercraft. Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others. Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance from peo- ple, objects, and other watercraft. Do not follow directly behind o...

  • Page 15: Operational Requirements

    Operational requirements all riders must wear a coast guard approved personal flotation device (pfd). Eye protection is recommended to keep wind, water, and glare from the sun out of your eyes while you oper- ate your boat. Restraining straps for eyewear are made which are designed to float should y...

  • Page 16: Afety

    1 s afety i nformation 1-12 attach the engine shut-off cord (lan- yard) to pfd and keep it free from 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 operator is ej...

  • Page 17: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-13 an open area without obstructions until you have a good feel for the maneuver. Yamaha boats are water-jet pro- pelled. The pumps are directly con- nected to the engines. This means that the jet thrust will produce some movement whenever the engines are running. The boat h...

  • Page 18: Afety

    1 s afety i nformation 1-14 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...

  • Page 19: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-15 be alert to the hazard of the towrope handle snapping back at the boat when the skier falls or is unable to get up on the skis. Wakeboard tower (ar model) the wakeboard tower is provided as an elevated tow point suitable for wake- boards and similar towable recreation- al...

  • Page 20: Afety

    1 s afety i nformation 1-16 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 another...

  • Page 21: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-17 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...

  • Page 22: Afety

    1 s afety i nformation 1-18 “1” “3” “5” “7” lighted buoy (port hand) odd number, increasing toward head of navigation. Leave to port (left) pro- ceeding white light green light or old new “2” “4” “6” lighted buoy (starboard hand) even number, increasing toward head of navigation. Leave to starboard ...

  • Page 23: To Get More Boating

    Reading buoys and other markers the waters of the united states are marked for safe navigation by the later- al 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 on when navigating in a par...

  • Page 24: Afety

    1 s afety i nformation 1-20 accident reporting boat operators are required by law to file a boating accident report with their state boating law enforcement agency if their boat is involved in any of the fol- lowing accidents: 1. There is loss of life or probable loss of life. 2. There is personal i...

  • Page 25: Chapter 2

    Chapter 2 features & functions location of main components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 operation of controls and other functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 engi...

  • Page 26: Eatures

    2-1 main features: fuel tank oil tank blower motor battery port/starboard features: flush attachments fuel filters electrical boxes ignition coil holders high tension cords spark plugs silencer covers hood supports engine compartment vent outlet engine compartment vent inlets engine compartment drai...

  • Page 27: Eatures

    2 f eatures & f unctions a a b b b b c c c c d d 2-2 1 2 5 5 3 20 20 6 6 20 20 3 3 4 18 7 3 5 9 10 20 20 5 5 3 11 6 6 13 14 15 16 12 17 19 8.

  • Page 28: Eatures

    2-3 location of main components: bow light bow eye storage compartments fire extinguisher holder grab handles cleats courtesy light fuel valves throttles shifter stern light storage stern light socket ski tow hook jet pump cleanout access panel pump cleanout interlock switches rear boarding step dec...

  • Page 29: Control Features:

    2-4 control features: speedometer tachometer warning indicator panel steering wheel mirror switches and breakers fuel gauge ignition switch / keys chokes 2 f eatures & f unctions location of main components control features: bilge outlet clean-out compartment drain trailer strap eyes pump gates stee...

  • Page 30: Operation of

    2-5 operation of controls and other functions steering ➀ 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 craft is changed, and the cha...

  • Page 31: Main Switches

    2-6 always attach the engine shut-off cord to your personal flotation device (pfd) before starting the engine. Failure to attach the cord could result in a runaway boat if the operator is ejected. Do not attach the cord to clothing that could tear loose. Do not route the cord in such a way that it c...

  • Page 32: Shift Lever

    2-7 a 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 ignor...

  • Page 33: Fuel Tank Filler Cap

    2-8 neutral 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 b...

  • Page 34: Gauges

    2-9 gauges 1. Speedometer the speedometer 1 shows the boat speed in miles per hour (mph). 2. Tachometers the boat has two tachometers 2 which display engine rpm. 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 ...

  • Page 35: Overheat Warning System

    2-10 low fuel - if the fuel tank is too low to continue normal operation much longer, this warning light 4 will come on. Refill the fuel tank as soon as pos- sible (see “filling the fuel tank,” page 3-3). Low oil - if the oil tank is too low to con- tinue normal operation for much longer, this warni...

  • Page 36: Switches

    2-11 if water is not circulating, something may be clogging the jet intake grate. Refer to the jet pump clean-out pro- cedures on page 5-5 for further infor- mation. If the cause of overheating cannot be found and corrected, take special precautions to avoid major engine damage while you return to s...

  • Page 37: Courtesy Light

    2-12 courtesy light lights horn courtesy light the courtesy light switch activates the light 7 located under the driver’s con- sole. 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 switc...

  • Page 38: Swivel Seat Operation

    2-13 swivel seat operation the driver’s and mid-ship passenger’s seat are two-way adjustable. To move the seat forward or back, pull up on the lever 1 located under the front of the seat. Move the seat to the desired position, then release the lever. To rotate the seat, first move the seat to its fu...

  • Page 39: Storage Compartments

    2-14 closing hood to close the hood, push the hood down in the center. Note: make sure the hood is firmly secured with the latch. Do not open or close the hood by lifting or pressing on the sides. Damage to the hood or latches could occur. Storage compartments your boat has convenient on-board stora...

  • Page 40: Eatures

    Console storage under windshield, driver’s side console storage under windshield, port side pull the latch toward the stern of the boat to open the storage compartment. Press down on the windshield around the latch to close. Note: make sure all panels and cov- ers are in place prior to launching or ...

  • Page 41: Eatures

    2 f eatures & f unctions extended swim step the extended swim step provides a place to stand or sit while putting on skis or a wakeboard and includes a lad- der to make boarding from the water easier. To use the ladder, pull it out from underneath the swim step until it can drop down. Before operati...

  • Page 42: Chapter 3

    Chapter 3 operation fuel and oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 43: Peration

    O peration 3 3-1 fuel and oil gasoline use regular unleaded 87 octane (r+m ÷ 2) gasoline. Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explo- sive! Do not smoke when refueling, and keep away from sparks, flames, or other sources of igni- tion. Stop engines and turn ignition keys to off before re...

  • Page 44: Engine Oil

    3-2 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 combus...

  • Page 45: Gasoline

    Gasoline and engine oil filling filling the gasoline 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 gas...

  • Page 46: Pre-Operation

    Pre-operation checks check list before operating this boat, perform the following checks: if any item in the pre-operation check is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the boat. Otherwise an accident could occur. 3 o peration 3-4 item check page ref. Before launch o...

  • Page 47: Check Points

    Note: pre-operation checks should be made each time the boat is used. This procedure can be accomplished thor- oughly in a short time. The added safe- ty 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...

  • Page 48: Peration

    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. The fire extinguisher canister is located i...

  • Page 49: Peration

    Jet intakes jet thrust intakes intake grates before launching the boat, carefully 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, reducing jet thrust, and possibly damaging jet pump ...

  • Page 50: Peration

    3-8 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 in reverse. Bilge pump – your boat is equipped with a drainage system that channels water that enters the boat from the storage compart- ment...

  • Page 51: Peration

    Engine compartment operate the bilge blower switch 1 for at least 4 minutes before starting the engines. Open engine hood and check to be sure no gasoline vapors are pre- sent. Check for fuel leaks or loose elec- trical connections. Blower motor gasoline vapors can explode. Before starting the engin...

  • Page 52: Peration

    3-10 horn press the horn switch 1 to be sure the horn operates. Engine shut-off switch ➀ engine shut-off switch ➁ clip with cord first, place the boat in the water to pro- vide adequate engine cooling. Start the engine, and then remove the engine shut-off switch clip, and verify that the engine stop...

  • Page 53: Peration

    3-11 bimini top raising from the fully collapsed stor- age position. 1) with an assistant, raise the top and secure the rear support poles to the rear support pole mounts with the lock pins. 2) unzip and remove the storage cover. 3) unfold the top by pulling to the bow of the boat. 4) attach the sna...

  • Page 54: Peration

    Storing in the upright position 1) raise the rear support poles. 2) unhook the front straps and pull the top to the back. 3) roll the fabric around the frames and zip the storage cover in place. Do not trailer the boat with the bimini top in the fully extended or upright storage positions. Put the c...

  • Page 55: Operation

    3-13 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. Attach the engine shut-off switch cord to you...

  • Page 56: Peration

    3-14 note: before the first start-up, remove the fuel tank filler cap to release any built-up pressure in the tank because of fuel expansion. 2) attach the engine shut-off cord to your pfd. Install the cord clip onto the engine shut-off switch by push- ing the clip groove over the nut beneath the kn...

  • Page 57: Caution:

    3-15 4) 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 agai...

  • Page 58: Stopping The  Engines

    3-16 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 w...

  • Page 59: Driving Your

    3-17 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, providing yo...

  • Page 60: Turning The  Boat

    3-18 turning the boat steering control depends on the com- bination of steering wheel position and the amount of throttle. Water sucked in through the intake grate is pressurized by the impeller in the jet pump. As the pressurized water is expelled from the pump through the jet thrust nozzle, it cre...

  • Page 61: Boating With Passengers

    3-19 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 holding on before making turns. An unprepared passenger could lose balance and fall. Boating with passengers when one or more passengers are on board, the boa...

  • Page 62: Boarding From A Dock Or

    3-20 1) be sure engines are off, then move to the stern of the boat. Put a foot on the fold-down rear boarding step and grab the boarding handles in the swim platform. On models equipped with the extended swim step, pull out the ladder and climb up onto the step. Return the ladder to the stowed posi...

  • Page 63: Stopping

    3-21 stopping the boat is not equipped with a sepa- rate braking system. It is stopped by water resistance after the throttle levers are moved back to idle. From full speed, the boat stops in approximately 400 ft (122 m) after the throttle is moved back to idle. The stopping dis- tance varies depend...

  • Page 64: Leaving A Dock

    3-22 wind or current pushing boat toward dock: slowly maneuver to a shallow angle and allow the boat to move toward the dock. No wind or current: approach the dock at a shallow angle. Secure the bow to the dock, then use engine thrust or a boat hook to gently move the stern to the dock. Leaving a do...

  • Page 65: Anchoring

    Anchoring always anchor from the bow. Anchoring from the stern will make the boat unsteady. A strong current can pull a stern-anchored boat underwater. Select an anchor appropriate for your boat and water conditions. A “danforth” (or fluke) type anchor is suitable for most applications; your dealer ...

  • Page 66: Crossing Wakes and Swells

    3-24 crossing wakes and swells you will not always have flat, smooth water. There will be swells, 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 diffi- cult to cross as larger swells or wakes. Crossing a sharp w...

  • Page 67: Post-Operation

    3-25 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 owners plan to m...

  • Page 68: Peration

    3-26 5) remove hull drain plug and the 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 co...

  • Page 69: Trailering

    3-27 trailering avoid accident and injury from improper trailering: the trailer must be matched for 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 secured to the...

  • Page 70: Backing Your Trailer

    3-28 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 th...

  • Page 71: Warning

    3-29 warning o peration 3 launching as a courtesy to other boaters, prepare your 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...

  • Page 72: Lifting

    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. The winch line is not designed to pull the boat onto the trailer. The winch line should...

  • Page 73: Chapter 4

    Chapter 4 maintenance and care storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 fuel system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 cooling system flushing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 74: Storage

    4-1 storage storing your boat for prolonged periods of time, such as winter storage, requires preventative maintenance to ensure against deterioration. It is advis- able to have the boat serviced by an authorized yamaha boat dealer before storage. However, the following proce- dures can be performed...

  • Page 75: Cooling System Flushing

    4-2 cooling system flushing ➀ flush hose connector ➁ garden hose adapter ➂ cap 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...

  • Page 76: Battery

    4-3 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 ➀ on the carburetor silencer cover of each engine. 2) with the boat in a well-ventilated area, start each engine. With the engine running at a fast idle, quick...

  • Page 77: Warning

    Warning cleaning 1) remove the fuel tank compartment drain ➀ and allow any water to drain into the engine compartment. Reinstall the drain plug. Gasoline 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...

  • Page 78: Adjustment and

    4-5 adjustment and maintenance periodic inspection, adjustment, and lubrication will keep your boat in the safest and most efficient condition pos- sible. Safety is an obligation of the boat owner. The most important points of boat inspection, adjustment and lubri- cation are explained on the follow...

  • Page 79: Periodic Inspection Chart

    4-6 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 initi...

  • Page 80: Spark Plug Cleaning and

    4-7 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 l...

  • Page 81: Grease Points

    4-8 grease points to keep moving parts sliding or rotating smoothly, coat them with water resis- tant grease such as yamaha marine grease, yamaha grease a, or an equiv- alent. Throttle cable and choke cable grease the throttle-cable and choke- cable inner wires at the carburetors. Steering cable bal...

  • Page 82: Caution:

    4-9 bearing housing ➀ 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 first service: every 100 h...

  • Page 83: Caution:

    4-10 starter motor idle gear ➀ starter motor idle gear grease nip- ple grease the starter motor idle gear with water-resistant grease through the grease nipple. 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 nippl...

  • Page 84: Fuel System Inspection

    4-11 fuel system inspection gasoline 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 the necessary repair or replacement as require...

  • Page 85: Fuel Filter

    4-12 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 boat to your yamaha deal- er if fuel filter replacement is required. Do not try to change the fuel filte...

  • Page 86: Bleeding The Oil Injection

    4-13 bleeding the oil injection pump 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 t...

  • Page 87: Steering Cable Inspection

    4-14 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 steering wheel is centered. If steering is stiff or misadjusted, ask your yamaha dealer to...

  • Page 88: Choke Cable Adjustment

    4-15 choke cable adjustment 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) r...

  • Page 89: Battery

    4-16 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 note: these general guidelines apply to many commonly used battery types (but not, for example, to maintenance- free ba...

  • Page 90: Warning

    4-17 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 ...

  • Page 91: Aintenance

    4-18 model item unit lx / ar vehicle capacity maximum people on board number of people 7 maximum load capacity lb. 1300 dimensions length feet / inches 20' 11" (lx) / 20' 11" (ar) beam feet / inches 8' 0" draft inches 18" dry weight lb. 2152 (lx) / 2206 (ar) height on trailer feet / inches 5' 11" (l...

  • Page 92: Chapter 5

    Chapter 5 troubleshooting & special procedures troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1 special procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 93: Roubleshooting

    5-1 t roubleshooting & s pecial p rocedures 5 troubleshooting if any trouble happens on your boat, use this section to check for possible cause. If you cannot find the cause or if the procedure for replacement or repair is not described in this owner's man- ual, ask your yamaha boat dealer or qualif...

  • Page 94: Roubleshooting

    5-2 trouble possible cause remedy page engine runs • fuel empty • refill as soon as possible 3-3 irregularly or stale or • have serviced at stalls contaminated yamaha dealer oil and gasoline • have serviced at mixture is too rich yamaha dealer • choke knob is left pulled • push it in fully 2-8 • fue...

  • Page 95: Emergency

    5-3 emergency procedures towing the boat ➀ bow eye the boat should be towed only if it becomes inoperative. The towing rope should be long enough so that the boat will not collide with the towing boat when slowing down. A good rule of thumb is a tow rope which is three times the combined length of t...

  • Page 96: Jump Starting

    5-4 jump starting ➀ negative (–) jumper cable ➁ positive (+) jumper cable if the boat battery runs down, the engines can be started in an emer- gency using a 12-volt battery and jumper cables. Severe injury or death may result if you ignore any of the following: ● if blower will not operate, venti- ...

  • Page 97: Jet Pump Clean-Out

    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 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 impell...

  • Page 98: Caution:

    5-6 6) press the t-handle down firmly to lock the cap in place. Pull up force- fully on the handle to be sure it is locked. If a strong pull will move the handle, it is not locked securely – the cap could be forced out by water pressure during operation. ● be sure the caps are locked securely in pla...

  • Page 99: Chapter 6

    Chapter 6 consumer information & index limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 yamaha extended service (y.E.S) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 boating terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 100: Boat Limited Warranty

    6-1 yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. 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 of warranty: the hull and deck o...

  • Page 101: Onsumer

    6-2 specific parts excluded from warranty; parts replaced due to normal wear or rou- tine maintenance such as oil, spark plugs, fuel filters, impeller and liner, and anodes are not cov- ered by warranty. Charges for transporting the boat to and from an authorized yamaha boat deal- er are excluded fr...

  • Page 102: Onsumer

    6-3 q. Will the warranty be void or cancelled if i do not operate or maintain my new boat exactly as specified in the owner’s manual? A. No. The warranty on a new boat cannot be “voided” or “cancelled.” however, if a particular fail- ure is caused by operation or maintenance other than as shown in t...

  • Page 103: Onsumer

    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 maxi- mum owner satisfaction. You get uninterrupted factory-backed coverage for extr...

  • Page 104: Onsumer

    6-5 c onsumer i nformation & i ndex 6 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 the boa...

  • Page 105: Sample Float Plan

    6-6 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 vessel information boat make: yamaha motor type: jet model: length.: registration no: deck color: hull color: passenger operator emergency phone: address...

  • Page 106: Onsumer

    6-7 a accident reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20 access port caps . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6, 5-5 adjustment and maintenance . . . . . . 4-5 age limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 anchor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9 anchoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 107: Onsumer

    D deck drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 docking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 drain plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8, 3-26, 4-4 draining the bilge . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8, 3-26 e electrical box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 “emergency” procedures . ...

  • Page 108: M, N

    L lanyard (engine shut-off cord) . . . . . 1-12, 2-5, 3-10, 3-14, 5-1 launching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29 lights . . . . . . . . 1-9, 1-13, 2-2, 2-12, 3-9 limit on running engine out of water . . 4-2 limit on starter motor running period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 limitati...

  • Page 109: U, V

    Spark plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1, 4-7, 4-18 specific parts excluded from warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18 speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 starter motor idle gear . . . . . . . . . . 4-10 starting the engine...

  • Page 110

    ©2004 yamaha motor corporation, usa printed in usa lit-18626-06-20 lx210 / ar210 owner’ s / operator’ s manual ar model shown on front cover has optional accessories..