Yamaha AR210 Owner's/operator's Manual

Summary of AR210

  • Page 1

    O w n e r ' s / o p e r a t o r ' s m a n u a l.

  • Page 2: To The Owner

    Thank you for choosing a yamaha sport boat. This owner’s manual con- tains information you will need for prop- er operation, maintenance, and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you to obtain max- imum enjoyment from your new yamaha. If you have any questions about ...

  • 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 s port b oat.

  • 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 sport boat dealer. Also record and keep these i.D. Num- bers in a separate place in case your sport boat is stol...

  • Page 6: Emission Control

    S afety i nformation 1 1-3 4 1 2 3 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 manuf...

  • Page 7: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-3 4 1 2 3 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 manuf...

  • Page 8

    S afety i nformation 1 1-5 1 s afety i nformation 1-4 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 1 3 2 4 7.

  • Page 9: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-5 1 s afety i nformation 1-4 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 1 3 2 4 7.

  • Page 10

    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 l...

  • Page 11: 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 l...

  • Page 12: Safety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-9 1 s afety i nformation 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 sport boat which are less than 26 feet long. Personal flotation devi...

  • Page 13: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-9 1 s afety i nformation 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 sport boat which are less than 26 feet long. Personal flotation devi...

  • Page 14

    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 sport boat. Restraining straps for eyewear are made which are designed to float sh...

  • 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 sport boat. Restraining straps for eyewear are made which are designed to float sh...

  • Page 16

    S afety i nformation 1 1-13 1 s afety i nformation 1-12 a trolling speed. Practice turning in an open area without obstructions until you have a good feel for the maneuver. Yamaha sport boats are water-jet propelled. The pumps are directly connected to the engines. This means that the jet thrust wil...

  • Page 17: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-13 1 s afety i nformation 1-12 a trolling speed. Practice turning in an open area without obstructions until you have a good feel for the maneuver. Yamaha sport boats are water-jet propelled. The pumps are directly connected to the engines. This means that the jet thrust wil...

  • Page 18: Rules of The Road

    S afety i nformation 1 1-15 1 s afety i nformation 1-14 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 wakeboards and simi...

  • Page 19: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-15 1 s afety i nformation 1-14 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 wakeboards and simi...

  • Page 20

    S afety i nformation 1 1-17 1 s afety i nformation 1-16 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 acci- dent. You should keep the other vessel on your ...

  • Page 21: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-17 1 s afety i nformation 1-16 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 acci- dent. You should keep the other vessel on your ...

  • Page 22

    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 s...

  • Page 23: Other Special Situations

    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 s...

  • Page 24: Accident

    1 s afety i nformation 1-20 that recognize non-proctored, nasbla-approved courses. 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 following accidents: 1. There is loss of ...

  • Page 25: Afety

    1 s afety i nformation 1-20 that recognize non-proctored, nasbla-approved courses. 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 following accidents: 1. There is loss of ...

  • Page 26: Enjoy Your Sport

    2-1 main features: 1 fuel tank 2 oil tank 3 blower motor 4 battery port/starboard features: 5 flush attachments 6 fuel filters 7 electrical boxes 8 ignition coil holders 9 high tension cords 10 spark plugs 11 silencer covers 12 hood supports 13 engine compartment vent outlet 14 engine compartment ve...

  • Page 27: Enjoy Your Sport

    2-1 main features: 1 fuel tank 2 oil tank 3 blower motor 4 battery port/starboard features: 5 flush attachments 6 fuel filters 7 electrical boxes 8 ignition coil holders 9 high tension cords 10 spark plugs 11 silencer covers 12 hood supports 13 engine compartment vent outlet 14 engine compartment ve...

  • Page 28: & F

    2-3 location of main components: 1 bow light 2 bow eye 3 storage compartments 4 fire extinguisher holder 5 grab handles 6 cleats 7 courtesy light 8 fuel valves 9 throttles 10 shifter 11 stern light storage 12 stern light socket 13 ski tow hook 14 jet pump cleanout access panel 15 pump cleanout inter...

  • Page 29: Eatures

    2-3 location of main components: 1 bow light 2 bow eye 3 storage compartments 4 fire extinguisher holder 5 grab handles 6 cleats 7 courtesy light 8 fuel valves 9 throttles 10 shifter 11 stern light storage 12 stern light socket 13 ski tow hook 14 jet pump cleanout access panel 15 pump cleanout inter...

  • Page 30: Operation of

    2-5 2-4 operation of controls and other functions steering ➀ steering wheel your sport 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 change...

  • Page 31: Operation of

    2-5 2-4 operation of controls and other functions steering ➀ steering wheel your sport 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 change...

  • Page 32: & F

    2-7 2-6 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 i...

  • Page 33: Shift Lever

    2-7 2-6 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 i...

  • Page 34: & F

    2-9 2-8 which moves the boat backward. Choke knobs ➀ choke knob (starboard) ➁ choke knob (port) pulling these knobs supplies a rich fuel-air mixture required to start the engines. Note: refer to starting the engines on pages 3-13 to 3-15 for proper oper- ation. Fuel tank filler cap to remove the fue...

  • Page 35: Fuel Tank Filler Cap

    2-9 2-8 which moves the boat backward. Choke knobs ➀ choke knob (starboard) ➁ choke knob (port) pulling these knobs supplies a rich fuel-air mixture required to start the engines. Note: refer to starting the engines on pages 3-13 to 3-15 for proper oper- ation. Fuel tank filler cap to remove the fue...

  • Page 36: & F

    2-11 2-10 low fuel - if the fuel tank is too low to continue normal operation much longer, this warning light 1 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 ...

  • Page 37: Eatures

    2-11 2-10 low fuel - if the fuel tank is too low to continue normal operation much longer, this warning light 1 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 ...

  • Page 38: & F

    2-13 2-12 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. If you can be towed, refer to “towing the sport boat” on page 5-3. Switches 1 blower 2 bilge pump 3 cd player blower press this switch t...

  • Page 39: Switches

    2-13 2-12 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. If you can be towed, refer to “towing the sport boat” on page 5-3. Switches 1 blower 2 bilge pump 3 cd player blower press this switch t...

  • Page 40: & F

    Console storage compartment. Switch circuit breakers the electrical circuit for each switch is protected by a circuit breaker. If the button above a switch pops out, push it back in with your finger. If it pops out again, ask your yamaha dealer to inspect the electrical system. Note: there is also a...

  • Page 41: Swivel Seat Operation

    Console storage compartment. Switch circuit breakers the electrical circuit for each switch is protected by a circuit breaker. If the button above a switch pops out, push it back in with your finger. If it pops out again, ask your yamaha dealer to inspect the electrical system. Note: there is also a...

  • Page 42: & F

    The driver must always be locked into the full front-facing position and the pas- senger must be locked into either the full front-facing or, if observing a water-skier, the full rear-facing position before getting underway. 2 f eatures & f unctions extended swim step (lx and ar models) the extended...

  • Page 43: & F

    The driver must always be locked into the full front-facing position and the pas- senger must be locked into either the full front-facing or, if observing a water-skier, the full rear-facing position before getting underway. 2 f eatures & f unctions extended swim step (lx and ar models) the extended...

  • Page 44

    O peration 3 3-1 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...

  • Page 45

    O peration 3 3-1 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...

  • Page 46: Chapter 3

    3-2 under bow seats (lx and ar only) console bulkheads (lx and ar only) cockpit compartments with nets (lx and ar only) chapter 3 operation fuel and oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine oil . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 47: Chapter 3

    3-2 under bow seats (lx and ar only) console bulkheads (lx and ar only) cockpit compartments with nets (lx and ar only) chapter 3 operation fuel and oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Engine oil . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 48

    3-19 boarding from the water . . . . . . 3-19 boarding from a dock or landing jetty 3-20 stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 docking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 leaving a dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22 beaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22 anchoring . . . . ...

  • Page 49: Peration

    3-19 boarding from the water . . . . . . 3-19 boarding from a dock or landing jetty 3-20 stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 docking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21 leaving a dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22 beaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22 anchoring . . . . ...

  • Page 50: Fuel And

    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 shou...

  • Page 51: Peration

    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 shou...

  • Page 52: 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 53: 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 54: Pre-Operation

    3-11 3-10 pre-operation checks check list before operating this sport boat, per- form the following checks: if any item in the pre-operation check is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the sport boat. Otherwise an accident could occur. Filling the oil tank open the...

  • Page 55: Pre-Operation

    3-11 3-10 pre-operation checks check list before operating this sport boat, per- form the following checks: if any item in the pre-operation check is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the sport boat. Otherwise an accident could occur. Filling the oil tank open the...

  • Page 56

    3-13 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 loca...

  • Page 57: Warning

    3-13 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 loca...

  • Page 58

    3-15 3-14 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 shut-off switch cord from the shut-off switch. Fuel system refer to page 4-11, “fuel syste...

  • Page 59: Caution:

    3-15 3-14 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 shut-off switch cord from the shut-off switch. Fuel system refer to page 4-11, “fuel syste...

  • Page 60

    3-17 3-16 engine compartment operate the bilge blower for at least 4 minutes before starting the engines. Open engine hood and check to be sure no gasoline vapors are present. Check for fuel leaks or loose electrical connections. ➀ blower motor gasoline vapors can explode. Before starting the engine...

  • Page 61: Warning

    3-17 3-16 engine compartment operate the bilge blower for at least 4 minutes before starting the engines. Open engine hood and check to be sure no gasoline vapors are present. Check for fuel leaks or loose electrical connections. ➀ blower motor gasoline vapors can explode. Before starting the engine...

  • Page 62

    3-19 3-18 and force of the exit- ing water will vary with engine rpm. A continuous flow of water from the pilot hole shows that water is flow- ing through the engine cooling pas- sages. If water is not flowing out of the pilot hole during operation, do not continue to run the engines. Overheating an...

  • Page 63: Warning

    3-19 3-18 and force of the exit- ing water will vary with engine rpm. A continuous flow of water from the pilot hole shows that water is flow- ing through the engine cooling pas- sages. If water is not flowing out of the pilot hole during operation, do not continue to run the engines. Overheating an...

  • Page 64: Operation

    3-21 3-20 trailering with the bimini top the bimini top must be secured to the boat when it is being trailered. When trailered with a genuine yamaha cover, simply store the bimini top in the fully collapsed position and install the cover. If a cover is not used, wrap an elastic cord around the top a...

  • Page 65: Operation

    3-21 3-20 trailering with the bimini top the bimini top must be secured to the boat when it is being trailered. When trailered with a genuine yamaha cover, simply store the bimini top in the fully collapsed position and install the cover. If a cover is not used, wrap an elastic cord around the top a...

  • Page 66

    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 knob. B...

  • Page 67: Warning

    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 knob. B...

  • Page 68

    3-25 3-24 do not operate the sport boat with just one engine running. Severe engine damage could result because water can flood the non- operating engine through the cool- ing water intake. If single-engine operation is unavoidable, operate the boat at a “no wake” speed only. Stopping the engines to...

  • Page 69: Stopping The Engines

    3-25 3-24 do not operate the sport boat with just one engine running. Severe engine damage could result because water can flood the non- operating engine through the cool- ing water intake. If single-engine operation is unavoidable, operate the boat at a “no wake” speed only. Stopping the engines to...

  • Page 70: Driving Your

    3-27 3-26 driving your sport boat getting to know your sport boat operating your sport 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 sport boat can be a very enj...

  • Page 71: Driving Your

    3-27 3-26 driving your sport boat getting to know your sport boat operating your sport 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 sport boat can be a very enj...

  • Page 72

    3-29 3-28 turning the sport boat steering control depends on the combi- nation 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 noz...

  • Page 73: Turning The Sport Boat

    3-29 3-28 turning the sport boat steering control depends on the combi- nation 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 noz...

  • Page 74

    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 position ...

  • Page 75: Boarding From A Dock Or

    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 position ...

  • Page 76: & C

    4-1 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 doc...

  • Page 77: Leaving A Dock

    4-1 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 doc...

  • Page 78: & C

    4-3 4-2 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 sport boat in a well-venti- lated area, start each engine. With the engine running at a fast...

  • Page 79: Battery

    4-3 4-2 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 sport boat in a well-venti- lated area, start each engine. With the engine running at a fast...

  • Page 80: Adjustment and

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

  • Page 81: Adjustment and

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

  • Page 82: & C

    4-7 4-6 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 a...

  • Page 83: Spark Plug Cleaning And

    4-7 4-6 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 a...

  • Page 84: & C

    4-9 4-8 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 1...

  • Page 85: Caution:

    4-9 4-8 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 1...

  • Page 86: & C

    4-11 4-10 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 re...

  • Page 87: Fuel System Inspection

    4-11 4-10 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 re...

  • Page 88: & C

    4-13 4-12 bleeding the oil injection pump ➀ 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 bubbl...

  • Page 89: Bleeding The Oil Injection

    4-13 4-12 bleeding the oil injection pump ➀ 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 bubbl...

  • Page 90: & C

    4-15 4-14 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...

  • Page 91: Choke Cable Adjustment

    4-15 4-14 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...

  • Page 92: & C

    4-17 4-16 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- ...

  • Page 93: Warning

    4-17 4-16 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- ...

  • Page 94: Chapter 5

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

  • Page 95: Chapter 5

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

  • Page 96: & S

    5-1 t roubleshooting & s pecial p rocedures 5 troubleshooting if any trouble happens on your sport 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 manual, ask your yamaha sport boat dealer...

  • Page 97: Roubleshooting

    5-1 t roubleshooting & s pecial p rocedures 5 troubleshooting if any trouble happens on your sport 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 manual, ask your yamaha sport boat dealer...

  • Page 98: Emergency

    5-3 5-2 emergency procedures towing the sport boat ➀ bow eye the sport boat should be towed only if it becomes inoperative. The towing rope should be long enough so that the sport boat will not collide with the towing boat when slow- ing down. A good rule of thumb is a tow rope which is three times ...

  • Page 99: Emergency

    5-3 5-2 emergency procedures towing the sport boat ➀ bow eye the sport boat should be towed only if it becomes inoperative. The towing rope should be long enough so that the sport boat will not collide with the towing boat when slow- ing down. A good rule of thumb is a tow rope which is three times ...

  • Page 100: & S

    5-5 5-4 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 im...

  • Page 101: Jet Pump Clean-Out

    5-5 5-4 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 im...

  • Page 102: Chapter 6

    5-6 chapter 6 consumer information & index limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 yamaha extended service (y.E.S) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 boating terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 103: Chapter 6

    5-6 chapter 6 consumer information & index limited warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1 yamaha extended service (y.E.S) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4 boating terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 104: & I

    6-1 yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Sport boat limited warranty yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Hereby warrants that new yamaha sport 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 hul...

  • Page 105: Sport Boat Limited Warranty

    6-1 yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Sport boat limited warranty yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Hereby warrants that new yamaha sport 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 hul...

  • Page 106: & I

    6-3 6-2 q. Will the warranty be void or cancelled if i do not operate or maintain my new sport boat exact- ly as specified in the owner’s manual? A. No. The warranty on a new sport boat cannot be “voided” or “cancelled.” however, if a par- ticular failure is caused by operation or maintenance other ...

  • Page 107: Onsumer

    6-3 6-2 q. Will the warranty be void or cancelled if i do not operate or maintain my new sport boat exact- ly as specified in the owner’s manual? A. No. The warranty on a new sport boat cannot be “voided” or “cancelled.” however, if a par- ticular failure is caused by operation or maintenance other ...

  • Page 108: & I

    6-5 6-4 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...

  • Page 109: Onsumer

    6-5 6-4 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...

  • Page 110: Sample Float Plan

    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 111: Sample Float Plan

    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 112: & I

    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 113: 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 114: & I

    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 engi...