Yamaha EXCITER Owner's/operator's Manual

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    O w n e r ' s / o p e r a t o r ' s m a n u a l exciter 270 owner's / operator's manual exciter 270 owner's / operator's manual.

  • Page 2: To The Owner

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

  • 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 j et 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: Identification

    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 jet boat dealer. Also record and keep these i.D. Numbers in a separate place in case your jet boat is stolen. Pr...

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    1 s afety i nformation 1-2 2 1 4 3 6 7 8 9 9 10 11 12 13 15 15 16 17 15 5 14 18.

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    S afety i nformation 1 1-3 1 2 3 4 ext1200

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    1 s afety i nformation 1-4 5 6 7 8 9 do not touch or remove electrical parts when starting or running engine. Yamaha 6r7-83623-40

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    S afety i nformation 1 1-5 10 11 12 13 strong streams of water from the jet nozzle can be dangerous, and can result in serious injury when directed at body orifices (rectum and vagina). • do not board from rear, use swim platform, or swim behind boat if engines are running. • stay away from the back...

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    1 s afety i nformation 1-6 14 15 16 17 18 yamaha f0r-u419b-10 • fire extinguisher is inside this driver's side console storage. • open cannister to remove extinguisher. Fire extinguisher.

  • Page 11: Safety

    Safety information severe injury or death may result if you ignore any of the following safety infor- mation. ● before operating the jet boat, read this entire manual, the operation instruction card, and all warning labels on the jet boat. Also view the basic orientation video tape. These materials ...

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    Required equipment the u.S. Coast guard (uscg) has regulations which describe minimum standards of safety. You must comply with these regulations, which apply to boats like your jet boat which are less than 26 feet long. ● personal flotation devices (pfds): type i, ii, or iii as required for all peo...

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    Apparel ● because of the drowning hazards associated with water sports, the operator and passengers must always wear a u.S. Coast guard- approved vest-type personal flotation device (pfd). Be sure the pfd is properly fitting and in good condition. ● you should consider wearing slip- resistant deck s...

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    ● always perform the pre-operation checks on page 3-4 before operat- ing to be sure your equipment is working properly. ● the operator should always attach the engine stop switch lanyard (cable) to his pfd so that the engines will stop if the operator accidentally leaves the helm. Failure to attach ...

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    ● maintain a safe distance from other boats or watercraft, and also watch for boat's ski ropes or fishing lines. Obey the "rules of the road" (see page 1-15), and be sure to check behind you before making a turn. ● if you are pregnant or in poor health, ask your doctor's advice on whether it is safe...

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    ● keep hands, feet, hair, and all other parts of your body and clothing away from jet intakes on the bottom of the hull while engine is running because they could be caught in the intake. Stop the engine and remove the lanyard before removing any debris or weeds which may have collected around the j...

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    Be alert to the possibility of adverse weather. Take note of marine weath- er forecasts and the prevailing weather conditions before setting out in your jet boat. ● leave a “float plan” with a responsi- ble person on shore. Tell where you plan to go and when you plan to arrive, and provide a descrip...

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    Waterskiing you can use the jet boat to tow a waterskier, using the tow eye provided. Do not attach the tow rope to any other location on the boat. It is the boat operator’s responsibility to be alert to the safety of the waterskier and others. Know and follow all state and local waterskiing regulat...

  • Page 19: Basic Boating Rules

    Basic boating rules rules of the road your yamaha jet boat is legally consid- ered a power boat. Operation of the jet boat must be in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the waterway on which it is used. Just as there are rules which apply when you are driving on streets and highways...

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    Rules when encountering vessels there are three main situations which 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 travelling across the other vessel's path) overtak...

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    Overtaking if you are passing another vessel, you are the "give-way" vessel. This means that the other vessel is expected to maintain its course and speed. You must stay out of its way until you are clear of it. Likewise, if another vessel is passing you, you should maintain your speed and direction...

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    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 buoys. Simply put, buoys and markers have an arrangement of shapes, colors, numbers and lights to show which side of the buoy a boater should pass on when navigating in a particu...

  • Page 24: Accident

    Accident reporting boat operators are required by law to file a boating accident report with their state boating law enforcement agency if their boat has been involved in any of the following boating acci- dents: 1. There is loss of life or probable loss of life. 2. There is personal injury which re...

  • Page 25: Chapter 2

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

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    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 outlets 14 engine compartment drain...

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

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

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    Control features: 1 speedometer 2 tachometer 3 low oil warning light 4 steering wheel 5 mirror 6 switches and breakers 7 fuel gauge 8 ignition switch / keys 9 chokes 2 f eatures & f unctions 2-4 location of main components control features: 1 bilge outlet 2 clean-out compartment drain 3 trailer stra...

  • Page 31: Operation of

    Operation of controls and other functions steering ➀ steering wheel your jet 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...

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    ● always attach the engine stop switch lanyard to your personal flotation device (pfd) before starting the engine. Failure to attach the lanyard could result in a runaway boat if the operator is ejected. ● do not attach the lanyard to cloth- ing that could tear loose. Do not route the lanyard in suc...

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    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 ignore an...

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    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 boat ...

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    Fuel cocks the fuel cocks supply fuel from the tank to the carburetors of each engine. The fuel cock has three positions: ➀ fuel cock 1. Off: with the knob in this position, fuel does not flow. Always turn the knobs to this position when the engines are not running. 2. On: with the knob in this posi...

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    2. Tachometers the jet boat has two tachometers 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 both engines are running at the same rpm. Note: because of the mechanical throttle linka...

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    Overheat warning system the engine has an overheat warning device. If either engine starts to over- heat, the engine speed of the affected engine will be limited to about 3,500 rpm. Each engine is equipped with cooling- water pilot outlets on the starboard side of the hull. Check that water comes ou...

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    Switches 1 blower 2 bilge pump 3 cd/cassette player blower press this switch to turn on the blower to ventilate the engine compartment. See 3-9 for more information. Bilge pump press this switch to activate the bilge pump. See page 3-8. Cd/cassette player the accessory switch can be used to supply p...

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    Stereo system your exciter has been fitted from the factory to accept an optional stereo system. Two water resistant speakers, the remote stereo control keypad at the helm, the stereo com- ponent container, and all wiring are already installed. Wiring is also pre- installed for two speakers in the f...

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    Storage compartments there are six on-board storage com- partments. Bow storage ski locker port side, behind front seat note: there is a drain plug in the bot- tom of the port side storage compart- ment. Pull the plug out to drain water, and press down firmly to seal. The bilge pump will drain exces...

  • Page 41: Chapter 3

    Chapter 3 operation fuel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 gasoline (petrol) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 43: Fuel Requirements

    Fuel requirements gasoline (petrol) use regular unleaded 87 octane (r+m ÷ 2) gasoline (petrol). Gasoline (petrol) and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive! ● do not smoke when refueling, and keep away from sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition. ● stop engine and turn ignition keys to...

  • Page 44: Oil Injection

    Tion chamber. When enough deposits collect, piston rings begin sticking. Performance drops and engine wear increases dramatically. While many additives available may reduce deposits, yamaha recommends the use of ring free fuel additive, available from your yamaha dealer. Ring free has repeatedly pro...

  • Page 45: Gasoline (Petrol)

    Gasoline (petrol) and engine oil filling filling the gasoline (petrol) tank open the fuel tank filler cap, and slow- ly add fuel to the fuel tank. Be careful not to spill fuel or overfill the tank. Stop filling when the fuel just becomes visible in the bottom of the filler tube. Do not “top off” the...

  • Page 46: Pre-Operation

    Pre-operation checks check list before operating this jet 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 jet boat. Otherwise an accident could occur. 3 o peration 3-4 item check page ref. Before ...

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    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...

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    Shift only with the engine idling. Do not shift when applying throttle. Fire extinguisher make sure the fire extinguisher is aboard and full. See the instructions supplied by the fire extinguisher manu- facturer to determine proper indication of condition. Always carry a fire extinguisher on board. ...

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    Before launching the jet boat, careful- ly check the jet intakes under the boat for weeds, debris, or anything else that might restrict the intake of water. If the intakes are clogged, cavitation could occur, reducing jet thrust, and possibly damaging jet pump parts. In some cases, the engine may ov...

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    Drainage system self-bailing deck— most water which enters the deck area bails automatically out the stern through the large drain hole in the deck. A one-way check valve in the drain prevents water from traveling back to the deck during mooring or while moving in reverse. Bilge pump – your jet boat...

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    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 connection. ➀ blower motor gasoline vapors can explode. Before starting the engines, operate ...

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    Horn press the horn switch to be sure the horn operates. Engine stop switch ➀ engine stop switch ➁ lock-plate first, place the boat in the water to pro- vide adequate engine cooling. Start the engine, and then remove the engine stop switch lock-plate, and verify that the engine stops. Refer to pages...

  • Page 53: Operation

    Operation starting the engines severe injury or death may result if you ignore any of the following: ● before operating your jet boat, become familiar with all controls. Consult your yamaha dealer about any control or function you do not fully understand. ● attach the engine stop switch lanyard to y...

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    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. 3) attach the lanyard clip to your pfd. Install the lanyard lock plate on the engine stop switch by pushing the lock plate groove over the nut beneath the knob. Be...

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    5) put the throttle levers in the idle position. Shift into neutral. Turn the ignition key of one engine to “start.” when the engine starts, release the key. Repeat for the other engine. If the engine will not start or doesn’t stay running, move the throttle levers forward slightly and try again. Ne...

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    Stopping the engines to stop the engine, return the throttle levers to the idle position, then turn the main switches to “off.” the engines can also be stopped by pulling the engine stop switch lanyard. Once the engine has stopped, you have no steering control over the boat. You could collide with a...

  • Page 57: Driving Your

    Driving your jet boat getting to know your jet boat operating your jet boat requires skills acquired through practice over a period of time. Take the time to learn the basic techniques well before attempting more difficult maneuvers. Boating with your new jet boat can be a very enjoyable activity, p...

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    Boating with passengers when one or more passengers are on board, the boat may handle differently, so operating it requires a higher degree of skill. Remember: your jet boat is designed for one operator and up to four passen- gers only. Never have more than five people in the jet boat. Passengers sh...

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    Boarding from a dock or landing jetty 1) board the boat from the side. One person should board at a time by stepping into the boat. Never jump in. Avoid stepping on slick gelcoat surfaces on the boat’s gunwales, especially if wet. 2) sit in one of the seats provided and put both feet on the deck. Do...

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    Stopping the jet boat is not equipped with a separate braking system. It is stopped by water resistance after the throttle levers are moved back to idle. From full speed, the jet boat stops in approxi- mately 404 ft (123 m) after the throttle is moved back to idle. The stopping dis- tance varies dep...

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    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 dock be...

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    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 63: Post-Operation

    Post-operation checks 1) after putting the jet boat on the trailer, flush cooling system on each engine to prevent the cooling sys- tem from clogging up with salt, sand, or dirt. Refer to page 4-1 for the cooling system flushing proce- dure. 2) drain residual water from the exhaust system by startin...

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    3 o peration 3-22 4) remove hull drain plug and the two engine compartment drain plugs. Rinse the engine compartment with a small amount of fresh water. Be careful not to get water on the car- buretor or electrical components. Allow any water in the bilge to drain out. After the water has drained, w...

  • Page 65: Trailering

    Trailering avoid accident and injury from improper trailering: ● the trailer must be matched for the jet boat’s weight and hull. ● the towing vehicle must have the capacity of pulling the load. Pulling a load that exceeds the jet boat’s towing capacity may cause loss of control. ● be sure the boat i...

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    ● 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 t...

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    Launching as a courtesy to other boaters, prepare your jet boat for launching before using the ramp. Each launch may have particular differ- ences, such as ramp angle, prevailing wind, waves, and water currents. If possible, watch a couple of boaters launch their boats first to notice any problems. ...

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    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 sh...

  • Page 69: Chapter 4

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

  • Page 71: Storage

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

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    4-2 4. Turn off the water supply, then drain residual water from the exhaust sys- tem by alternately pushing the throt- tle lever up to half throttle and back for 10 to 15 seconds. Shut off engine never have the water on when the engine is not running. The water could flow back through the muffler i...

  • Page 73: & C

    Battery 1. When the jet boat is not to be used for a month or more, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dark place. Clean the battery's casing and terminals using a mixture of baking soda and water (one tbsp of baking soda to one cup of water). Apply dielectric grease or petroleum jelly to th...

  • Page 74: Adjustment and

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

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    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. M aintenance & c are 4 4-5 mai...

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    Spark plug cleaning and adjustment the spark plug is an important engine component and is easy to inspect. The condition of the spark plug can indicate something about the condition of the engine. For example, if the center elec- trode porcelain is very white, this could indicate an intake air leak ...

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    Grease points to keep moving parts sliding or rotating smoothly, coat them with water resis- tant grease such as yamaha marine grease (acc-greas-14-ct), yamaha grease a, or an equivalent. Throttle cable and choke cable grease the throttle-cable and choke- cable inner wires at the carburetors. Steeri...

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    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 hours...

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    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 nipple. Af...

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    Fuel system inspection gasoline (petrol) and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive. Failure to check for and repair fuel leakage may result in fire or explo- sion. Check the fuel system for leaks, cracks, or malfunctions. If any problem is found, do the necessary repair or replacement as req...

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    Fuel filter the fuel filter is a one-piece, dispos- able type. The filter should be replaced once a year or after every 200 hours of operation, or if water is found in the fil- ter. Take the jet boat to your yamaha dealer if fuel filter replacement is required. Do not try to change the fuel filter y...

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    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 bubbles in the ...

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    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 serv...

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    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. Remove...

  • Page 85: & C

    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 batteri...

  • Page 86: & C

    Recharging ● when charging the battery, keep it well away from sparks and open flames, as it gives off explo- sive gases. ● when using a battery charger, connect the battery to the charg- er before you turn on the charger. This will prevent sparking at the terminals that could ignite bat- tery gases...

  • Page 87: Specifications

    Specifications m aintenance & c are 4 4-17 model unit ext1200 jet boat item vehicle capacity maximum people on board number of people 5 maximum load capacity lb. 930 dimensions length feet / inches 16' 7" beam feet / inches 7' 7" draft inches 13" dry weight lb. 1690 performance maximum output hp (kw...

  • Page 89: Chapter 5

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

  • Page 91: Troubleshooting

    5-1 * turn the fuel cock to "res" (reserve) to return to shore. Troubleshooting if any trouble happens on your jet boat, use this section to check for possible cause. If you can- not find the cause or if the procedure for replacement or repair is not described in this owner's manual, ask your yamaha...

  • Page 92: & S

    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 • fuel fi...

  • Page 93: & S

    T roubleshooting & s pecial p rocedures 5 5-3 emergency procedures towing the jet boat ➀ bow eye the jet boat should be towed only if it becomes inoperative. The towing rope should be long enough so that the jet boat will not col- lide with the towing boat when slowing down. A good rule of thumb is ...

  • Page 94: & S

    To connect the jumper cables: 1. Connect the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery to the positive ter- minal (+)of the booster battery with the positive jumper cable. 2. Connect one end of the negative (–) jumper cable to the negative (–) ter- minal of the booster battery. 3. Connect the other ...

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    T roubleshooting & s pecial p rocedures 5 5-5 3. Open the "t" handle hold-down clamps by turning them to the side, then remove the "t" handle from the access port cap wrench. Slide the "t" handle through the upper holes in the wrench. Be sure the wrench is firmly seated on the access port cap handle...

  • Page 97: Chapter 6

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

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    Yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Jet boat limited warranty yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Hereby warrants that new yamaha jet boats will be free from defects in materials or workmanship for the period of time stated herein, subject to certain stated limitations. Period of warranty: the hull and de...

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    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 jet boat to and from an authorized yamaha jet boat dealer are excluded ...

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

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    Keep your yamaha jet boat protected even after the 1-year warranty coverage provisions expire with genuine yamaha extended service (y.E.S.). Y.E.S. Is designed and administered by yamaha motor corporation to provide maxi- mum owner satisfaction. You get uninterrupted factory-backed coverage for extr...

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    C onsumer i nformation & i ndex 6 6-5 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...

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    6 c onsumer i nformation & i ndex 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: exciter 270 length.: 16'7" registration no: deck color: blu...

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    A accident reporting..............................1-20 adjustment and maintenance................4-4 age limit ...............................................1-7 anchor ...................................................1-8 anchoring ............................................3-20 apparel ............

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    D deck drain .............................................3-8 docking ...............................................3-18 drain plugs ............................................3-8 draining the bilge ...........................3-8, 4-3 e electrical box .........................................2-1 “...

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    L lanyard......................1-10, 2-5, 3-10, 3-12 lanyard, engine stop switch ....................1-10, 2-5, 3-10, 3-12 launching............................................3-25 lights .......................................1-3,2-2, 3-9 limit on running engine out of water.....4-1 limit on starte...

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    Silencer cover........................................4-2 spark plug......................................2-1, 4-6 specific parts excluded from warranty....................................6-1 specifications ......................................4-17 speedometer..........................................

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    ©1998 yamaha motor corporation, u.S.A. Printed in u.S.A. Exciter 270 owner's / operator's manual lit-18626-03-52.