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Yamaha SR230 Owner's/operator's Manual

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  • Page 1

    Sr23 0 o wner s / opera t o r s m a n u a l owner’s / operator’s manual sr230

  • Page 2: To The Owner

    Thank you for choosing a yamaha boat. This owner’s manual contains informa- tion you will need for proper operation, maintenance, and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instruc- tions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new yamaha. If you have any questions about the oper...

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

  • Page 6: Star Labels

    Star labels this watercraft is labeled in california with a california air resources board (carb) star label 1 . See below for a desciption of your particular label. One star - low emission the one-star label identifies engines that meet the air resources board’s 2001 exhaust emission standards. Eng...

  • Page 7: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-3 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 manufactured ...

  • Page 8: Afety

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

  • Page 9: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-5 2 5 6 1 3 4 7.

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    1 s afety i nformation 1-6 10 9 11 12 8.

  • Page 11: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-7 f1c 13 16 15 14 17 18.

  • 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: Afety

    1 s afety i nformation 1-10 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 ...

  • Page 15: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-11 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 ar...

  • 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 rules of the road your yamaha boat is legally considered a powerboat. Operation of the boat must be in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the water- way on which it is used. Just as there are rules that apply when you are driving on streets and high- ways...

  • 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: Afety

    S afety i nformation 1 1-19 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...

  • 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 tilt...

  • Page 26: Eatures

    2-1 main features: fuel tank battery blower motor port/starboard features: flush attachments electrical boxes oil tanks oil tank cap/ dipstick mufflers muffler boxes spark plugs/ spark plug caps air filter cases hood supports engine compartment vent outlets engine compartment vent inlets fuel tank c...

  • Page 27: Eatures

    2 f eatures & f unctions a a b b c c d d 2-2 c c b b 2 1 6 6 5 5 3 3 3 3 3 23 20 7 7 5 9 10 22 19 18 17 8 8 3 3 3 6 6 21 3 6 17 16 13 14 15 11 12 6 4 5 5.

  • Page 28: Eatures

    2-3 location of main components: bow light bow eye storage compartments bow anchor locker grab handles cleats courtesy lights fuel pump access hatch throttles shifter stern light storage stern light socket ski tow hook jet pump clean-out access panel pump clean-out interlock switches rear boarding s...

  • Page 29: Control Features:

    2-4 control features: speedometer tachometer compass fuel gauge ignition switch keys steering wheel tilt adjustment lever switches and breakers location of main components 10 20 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 rpm x 1000 mph 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 rpm x 1000 i i i i i i i i i i s e se ...

  • 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: Engine Shut-Off Switch

    Engine shut-off switch the clip on the end of the engine shut- off cord must be attached to the engine shut-off switch for the engines to run. The cord must be attached to a secure place on the operator’s personal flota- tion device (pfd). Should the operator fall overboard or leave the helm, the co...

  • Page 32: Throttle Levers

    2-7 off: ignition circuits are switched off. The engine cannot be started but other switches will operate. (the key can be removed.) on: ignition circuits are switched on. (the key cannot be removed). Start: the starter motor will turn to start the engine. (when the key is released, it returns autom...

  • Page 33: Eatures

    2-8 note: this boat is equipped with a mechanical interlock that prevents shift lever movement unless both throttle levers are put in the idle position first. It also has a start-in-gear protection neu- tral switch that prevents the engines from cranking if the shift lever is not in neutral. Forward...

  • Page 34: Fuel Tank Filler Cap

    2-9 reverse the jet pump gates are dropped all the way down over the jet nozzles. Jet thrust is redirected toward the bow of the boat, which moves the boat backward. Fuel tank filler cap to remove the fuel tank filler cap, turn it counterclockwise. Fuel tank filler cap be sure to tighten the cap sec...

  • Page 35: Eatures

    2-10 3. Fuel level gauge the fuel level gauge 1 shows the amount of fuel in the fuel tank. The ignition switch must be in the “on” position to activate the gauge. Always consider the distance you are traveling and the amount of fuel you have available. Be sure you have enough fuel to reach your next...

  • Page 36: Overheat Warning System

    2-11 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 3000 rpm. Each engine is equipped with cooling- water pilot outlets 1 on the starboard side of the hull. Check that water comes ou...

  • Page 37: Switches

    2-12 switches 1 blower 2 bilge pump 3 stereo 4 courtesy lights 5 lights 6 horn 7 no wake mode (port) 8 no wake mode (starboard) blower press this switch to turn on the blower to ventilate the engine compartment. See page 3-9 for more information. Bilge pump press this switch to activate the bilge pu...

  • Page 38: Features & Functions

    No-wake mode can be engaged when the throttles are at idle speed in forward, neutral, or reverse. Engine speed will be set at 2,400 rpm for con- venient, no-wake maneuvering. To set no-wake mode: press both gray no-wake mode but- tons simultaneously until the three symbols in each tachometer start b...

  • Page 39: Swivel Seat Operation

    2-14 note: there is also an accessory fuse at the battery (see page 4-15). Swivel seat operation the driver’s and mid-ship passenger’s seats 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, th...

  • Page 40: Engine Hood

    2-15 engine hood there are two hood latches located under the front of the rear seat. To open the engine hood, lift both latch hooks upward and lift the hood. The hood is supported by gas-filled struts. Hood latches and struts storage compartments your boat has convenient on-board storage compartmen...

  • Page 41: Warning

    Glove box port-side console driver’s side console under rear side seats pull up the seat cushions to access the storage compartments. Starboard side rear compartment port gunwale battery compartment do not carry any flammable sub- stances in the battery compartment or any heavy or metal items that c...

  • Page 42: Front Walk-Through

    2-17 front walk-through if desired, the walk-through to the bow of the boat can be closed. Doorway unlatch the folding door from the port side console by pulling the rubber latch. Unfold the door and guide the edge of it into the channel on the dri- ver’s side helm console. To hold the door in place...

  • Page 43: Rear Walk-Through

    2-18 rear walk-through for easy access from the cabin area to the stern patio area and swim platform, open the rear walk-though. Lift out and stow the center rear seat cushion. Fold the back of the seat down to open the walk-through. To close the rear walk-through, lift the back of the seat to the u...

  • Page 44: Operation

    Operation 3 chapter 3 operation fuel and oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 gasoline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 45: Peration

    3-1 o peration 3 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 46: Engine Oil

    3-2 while many additives available may reduce deposits, yamaha recommends the use of ring free fuel additive, available from your yamaha dealer. Ring free has repeatedly proven its ability to clean combustion deposits from inside the engine, notably in the critical piston-ring-land area, and fuel sy...

  • Page 47: Peration

    To check oil, be sure the boat is level, either in the water or on the trailer. Open the engine compartment by pulling up on the two latches located under the front of the rear seat. Cold engine check 1) remove the oil tank filler cap 1 , wipe the dipstick with a clean rag, and then screw the cap on...

  • Page 48: Pre-Operation

    3-4 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 item check page ref. Before launch o...

  • Page 49: 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 50: 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 51: Peration

    3-7 jet intakes jet thurst 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 p...

  • Page 52: Peration

    3-8 a one-way check valve in the drain pre- vents 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- ments to the bilge under the engine compartm...

  • Page 53: 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 54: 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 55: Peration

    3-11 bimini top (optional) 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) att...

  • Page 56: 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 57: 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 58: 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 59: Stopping The  Engines

    3-15 never turn the ignition key to “start” while the engine is running. Do not keep the starter motor running for more than 5 seconds. If the engine does not start after 5 seconds of cranking, release the starter button. Wait at least 15 seconds before try- ing to start the engine again. If the sta...

  • Page 60: Break-In Procedure

    3-16 break-in procedure the engine break-in period is essential to allow the various components of the engine to wear and polish themselves to the correct operating clearances. This ensures proper performance and promotes longer component life. 1) launch the boat and start the engine. (see page 3-13...

  • Page 61: Driving Your  Boat

    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 62: 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 63: 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 your boat is designed for one operator and up to ...

  • Page 64: Boarding From A Dock Or

    3-20 1) be sure engines are off, then move to the stern of the boat. Pull out the ladder and climb up onto the step. Return the ladder to the stowed position before climbing into the boat. Stay away from the swim step while the engines are running. Exhaust gases coming from underneath it contain car...

  • Page 65: 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 345 ft (105 m) after the throttle is moved back to idle. The stopping dis- tance varies depend...

  • Page 66: 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 67: 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 68: 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 69: 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 70: Peration

    3-26 5) remove hull drain plug 1 and the engine compartment drain plugs 2 . 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 engi...

  • Page 71: 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 72: 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 the chain. Secure the stern cleats to the trailer with tie-downs. Take down and store the bimini ...

  • Page 73: 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 74: 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 75: Chapter 4

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

  • Page 76: 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 77: Lubrication

    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 ...

  • Page 78: Battery

    4-3 7) grease the areas of the boat speci- fied in “grease points” in the adjustment and maintenance sec- tion. Battery 1) if the boat will be out of use, the bat- tery switch 1 in the battery com- partment can be switched to the off position to prevent accidental drain- ing of the battery. With the...

  • Page 79: Warning

    Warning cleaning 1) remove the fuel tank compartment drain 1 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 80: 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 81: 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 82: 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 83: 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 grease the throttle-cable inner wires at the carburetors. Steering cable ball joints and inner wire grease th...

  • Page 84: 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 85: Warning

    4-10 warning fuel system inspection gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. Failure to check for and repair any fuel leakage could result in fire or explosion. A fire or explo- sion can cause severe injury or death. When inspecting the fuel system, shut off the engine, do not smoke, and avoid sp...

  • Page 86: Fuel Tank

    4-11 fuel tank if the fuel tank needs to be cleaned or when any water is found in the fuel sys- tem, take the boat to your yamaha dealer for service. Engine oil engine oil is extremely hot after the engine is turned off. Coming into contact with or getting any engine oil on your clothes could result...

  • Page 87: Air Filter

    4-12 air filter the air filter element should be checked every 12 months or every 100 hours of operation. To check the air filter: 1) open the hood (see page 2-14). 2) remove the air filter case cover screws 1 , slide the locks 2 to open, and then remove the case cover. 3) remove the air filter elem...

  • Page 88: Throttle Cable Inspection

    4-13 throttle cable inspection push and pull the throttle levers through their full range with the shift lever in neutral. Repeat with the shift lever in forward, and again in reverse. Both throttle levers should move smoothly from idle to full throttle and back. If not, ask your yamaha boat dealer ...

  • Page 89: Fuse Replacement

    4-14 fuse replacement the fuse is in the ignition coil holder. To replace the fuse, unscrew the cap and pull the two red leads out with the fuse holder. Open the fuse holder and replace the fuse. ➀ ignition coil holder ➂ fuse (10a) ➁ cap 4 fuse holder accessory fuse ➀ fuse (20a) ➁ battery switch the...

  • Page 90: Aintenance

    4-15 battery electrolyte is poisonous and dangerous, causing severe burns, etc. It contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Antidote: external – flush with water. Internal – drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg or vegetable oil. ...

  • Page 91: Aintenance

    4-16 ➀ positive (+) battery cable (red) ➁ negative (–) battery cable (black) ➂ accessory (+) lead (red/black) 4 accessory (–) lead (black) 5 battery switch battery removal: disconnect battery leads before removing the battery. Disconnect the negative (–) lead first. Battery installation: connect the...

  • Page 92: Aintenance

    4-17 m aintenance & c are 4 model item unit srt1000-d vehicle capacity maximum people on board number of people 10 maximum load capacity lb. 1800 dimensions length feet / inches 23' / 2761" beam feet / inches 8.53' /102.4" draft inches 18" dry weight lb. 3025 height on trailer feet / inches 6.92' / ...

  • Page 93: Chapter 5

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

  • Page 94: 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 95: Roubleshooting

    5-2 trouble possible cause remedy page engine runs • fuel empty • refill as soon as possible 3-2 irregularly or stale or • have serviced at stalls contaminated yamaha dealer • fuel filter water or dust • have serviced at collected yamaha dealer • spark plug fouled or defective • replace 4-7 incorrec...

  • Page 96: Emergency

    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 the t...

  • Page 97: 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 98: 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 99: 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 100: Chapter 6

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

  • Page 101: 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 102: 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 dealer are excluded from...

  • Page 103: 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 104: 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 105: 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 106: 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: addres...

  • Page 107: Onsumer

    6-7 a accident reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20 access port caps . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6, 5-5 adjustment and maintenance . . . . . . 4-5 age limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-12 anchor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 108: Onsumer

    Drain plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8, 3-26, 4-4 draining the bilge . . . . . . . 3-8, 3-26, 4-4 e electrical box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 “emergency” procedures . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 engine compartment . . . . . . . . . 2-1, 3-9 engine hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1...

  • Page 109: M, N

    Load limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8 location of labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 location of main components . . . . . . 2-1 lubrication . . . . . . . . . . 3-2, 3-3, 4-2, 4-1 m, n main switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 meeting other vessels (rules of the ...

  • Page 110: U, V

    Stopping the engines . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15 storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 swimmers and traffic . . . 1-10, 1-12, 3-17 switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4, 2-6, 2-12 t tachometers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 111

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