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Yamaha VX WaveRunner 2007 Operator`s manual

1. coe es Crossing When two power driven vessels are crossing each other s path close enough to run the risk of collision the vessel which has the other on the starboard right side must keep out of the way of the other If the other vessel is on your starboard right side you must keep out of its way you are the give way vessel If the other vessel is on your port left side remember that you should maintain course and direction A Safety information provided the other vessel gives you the right of way as it should ee a N 6 I N j GIVE WAY VESSEL 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 so that the other vessel can steer itself around you Other special situations There are three other rules you should be aware of when riding your watercraft around other vessels Narrow channels and bends When navigating in narrow channels you should keep to the right when it is safe and practical to do so If the operator of a power driven vessel is preparing to go around a bend that may obstruct the view of other water vessels the operator should sound a pro longed blast of four to six seconds on the whistle If another vessel is around the
2. Engine oil quantity with oil filter replacement 2 2 L 2 33 US qt 1 94 Imp qt Engine oil quantity without oil filter replacement 2 0 L 2 11 US qt 1 76 Imp qt Engine oil total quantity 4 3 L 4 55 US qt 3 78 Imp qt EJU34560 Troubleshooting If you have any trouble with your watercraft use this section to check for the possible cause If you cannot find the cause or if the procedure for replacement or repair is not described in this owner s operators manual have a Yamaha dealer perform the necessary service EJU34591 Troubleshooting chart Trouble recovery TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE Engine does not Yamaha Se Lock mode selected Select unlock mode start Starter motor curity Sys does not turn over tem VX 34 Deluxe VX Cruiser Engine shut Clip not in place Install clip 30 off switch Fuse Burned out Replace the fuse and 86 check wiring Battery Run down Recharge 79 Poor terminal con Tighten as required 79 nections Terminal corroded Clean 70 Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by er Yamaha dealer Engine does not Throttle lever Squeezed Release 31 start Starter motor Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos turns over sible 44 Stale or contaminat Have serviced by 75 ed Yamaha dealer Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by 75 Yamaha dealer Spark plug Fouled or defective Clean or replace 77 Spark plug Not connected or Conn
3. get prompt medical attention Batteries produce explosive gases Keep sparks flames cigarettes etc well away If using or charging the battery in an en closed space make sure that it is well ven tilated Always shield your eyes when working near batteries KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN EJU34660 Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive battery terminals of both batteries 2 Connect one end of the negative jumper cable to the negative battery terminal of the booster battery 3 Connect the other end of the negative jumper cable to an engine hanger 1 Positive jumper cable 2 Negative jumper cable 3 Booster battery 4 Engine hanger ECJ00680 CAUTION Do not connect the end of the negative jumper cable to the negative battery terminal of the watercraft battery Make sure that all connections are secure and correct before attempting to start the en gine Any wrong connection could dam age the electrical system 4 Start the engine and then disconnect the jumper cables by reversing the steps above ECJ00690 CAUTION e Never push the start switch while the en gine is running e Do not operate the start switch for more than 5 seconds otherwise the battery will be discharged and the engine will not start Also the starter motor could be damaged If the engine does not start in 5 seconds release the start swit
4. 25 Control system a hon 6 7 8 9 10 11 Start switch Engine shut off switch Clip Multifunction information center Rearview mirrors for VX Deluxe VX Cruis er Shift lever for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Throttle lever Glove compartment Remote control transmitter for VX De luxe VX Cruiser Engine stop switch Engine shut off cord lanyard Features and functions 26 Features and functions Engine compartment 1 Air filter case 2 Water separator 3 Fuel tank 4 Battery 5 Flushing hose connector 6 Electrical box 7 Oil tank 8 Muffler 9 Spark plugs Spark plug caps Ignition coils 27 Features and functions Pee rear of the seat down to lock it in place secure Operation of controls and other iy functions EJU31031 Seat There is a seat latch at the rear of the seat to remove the seat To remove the seat Pull the seat latch up and then pull the seat off VX VX Sport VX Deluxe 1 Seat latch VX Cruiser NOTE Make sure that the seat is securely installed before operating the watercraft EJU31071 Hood To open the hood pull the hood latch up and then lift up the hood 1 Seat latch 1 alit To install the seat Insert the projection on the front of the seat 7_ into the stay on the deck and then push the we a 1 Hood latch 28 Features and functions To close the hood push the hood down to lock it in place NOTE Make
5. Maintenance and care If the reverse gate does not make contact with the stopper have a Yamaha dealer service it EJU34360 Checking and adjusting the throttle cable Check that the throttle cable moves back to the set position smoothly and that the throttle lever free play is within specification 1 Squeeze and release the throttle lever If the throttle lever does not return smooth ly have a Yamaha dealer service it 2 Adjust the free play by loosening the lock nut and turning the adjuster 1 Locknut 2 Adjuster 3 Throttle lever free play Throttle lever free play 4 0 7 0 mm 0 16 0 28 in EJU34391 Cleaning and adjusting the spark plugs The spark plug is an important engine compo nent and is easy to inspect The condition of the spark plug can indicate something about the condition of the engine For example if one spark plug has a distinctly different color the engine could require servicing Do not at tempt to diagnose any problems yourself Have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft Remove and inspect the spark plugs periodi cally heat and deposits will cause the spark 77 plugs to slowly break down and erode If elec trode erosion becomes excessive or if carbon and other deposits are excessive replace the spark plug with the specified plug Specified spark plug CR9EB To remove a spark plug 1 Remove the seat See page 28 for seat removal and installation procedures 2 Remo
6. This model is equipped with the Yamaha Engine Management System YEMS that includes an off throttle steering OTS sys tem It will activate at planing speeds should you attempt to steer the watercraft after re leasing the throttle lever The OTS system assists in turning by continuing to supply some thrust while the watercraft is deceler ating but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handlebars The OTS system does not function below planing speeds or when the engine is off Once the engine slows down the watercraft will no longer turn in response to handlebar input until you apply throttle again or you reach trolling speed Practice turning in an open area without ob stacles until you have a good feel for this maneuver e This watercraft is water jet propelled The jet pump is directly connected to the engine This means that jet thrust will produce some movement whenever the engine is running There is no neutral position You are in ei ther forward or reverse depending upon the shift lever position for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser e For VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control be ejected or im pact the handlebars This could increase the risk of back spinal injury paralysis facial injuries and broken A Safety information legs ankles and other bones You could also damage the shi
7. AND ADJUSTMENTS FEL i nigh ADVERTISED POWER 1 kw FUEL UNLEADED REGULAR GASOLINE SPARK PLUG TROLLING SPEED VALVE TASH i DISPLACEMENT iom SPARK PLUG GAP mm YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD EJU30430 Manufactured date label This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head 1 Manufactured date label location YAMAHA Manufactured EJU30440 Star labels This watercraft is labeled with a California Air Resources Board CARB star label See be low for a description of your particular label 1 Star label location General and important labels One Siar Low Emission The one star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission standards Engines meet ing these standards have 75 lower emis sions than conventional carbureted two stroke engines These engines are equivalent to the U S EPA s 2006 standards for marine engines Low EMiss10 Two Stars Very Low Emission The two star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Personal Water craft and Outboard marine engine 2004 ex haust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 20 lower emissions than One Star Low Emission engines Three Stars Ultra Low Emission The three star label identifies engines tha
8. Explain the operation maintenance and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at the time of sale and upon your request at any later date In addition each Yamaha dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work PO Q Is the warranty transferable to second owners A Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be transferred upon request The unit has to be inspected and re registered by an authorized Yamaha dealer for the policy to remain effective CUSTOMER SERVICE If your watercraft requires warranty service you must take it to any authorized Yamaha dealer within the continental United States Be sure to bring your warranty registration card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase If a question or problem arises regard ing warranty first contact the owner of the dealership Since all warranty matters are handled at the dealer level this person is in the best position to help you If you are still not satisfied and require additional assistance please write YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT P O Box 6555 Cypress California 90630 CHANGE OF ADDRESS The federal government requires each manufacturer to maintain a complete up to date list of all first purchasers against the possibility of a safety related defect and recall This list is complied from the purchase registrations sent to Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A by the selling dealer at the time of your
9. The watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury EJU34870 Bow eye The bow eye is located at the bow of the wa tercraft The bow eye is used to attach a rope to the watercraft when transporting mooring or towing it in an emergency 1 Bow eye EJU34880 Stern eyes The stern eyes are located at the stern of the watercraft The stern eyes are used to attach a rope to the watercraft when transporting or mooring it 1 Stern eye Features and functions EJU31370 Yamaha Engine Management System YEMS This model is equipped with an integrated computerized management system that con trols and adjusts ignition timing fuel injection engine diagnostics and the off throttle steer ing OTS system EJU31380 Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser This watercraft is equipped with a remote con trol transmitter that is used to select the secu rity system and low RPM mode settings Since the watercraft is programmed to recog nize the internal code from this transmitter only the security system setting can only be changed with this transmitter If you lose the remote control transmitter or it does not oper ate properly contact a Yamaha dealer EJU31390 Yamaha Security System for VX De luxe VX Cruiser The Yamaha Security System functions to help prevent unauthorized use or theft of the watercraft The engine cannot be started if the security system is in the lock mod
10. VAMAHA lt 2007 WaveRunner VX VX Sport VX Deluxe VX Cruiser OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL U S A Edition YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION USA CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION F1K F8199 12 A WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm YAMAHA LIT CALIF 65 01 Important manual information EJU30180 To the owner operator Thank you for choosing a Yamaha watercraft This owner s operator s manual contains in formation you will need for proper operation maintenance and care A thorough under standing of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha If you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your watercraft please consult a Yamaha dealer Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing product improvement this product may not be exactly as described in this owner s opera tors manual Specifications are subject to change without notice This manual should be considered a perma nent part of this watercraft and should remain with it even if the watercraft is subsequently sold In this manual information of particular impor tance is distinguished in the following ways A The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTEN TION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED EWJ00070 Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to
11. and fuel and drain if necessary Stern drain plugs Check for proper installation Throttle lever Check that the throttle lever springs back smoothly Steering system Check for proper operation Shift lever and reverse gate VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Check for proper operation Check the fuel and oil levels and replenish if neces Fuel and oil sary Check the hoses and tanks for leakage Water separator Check for water and drain if necessary Battery Check the electrolyte level and battery condition Hood Check that the hood is securely closed Seat Check that the seat is securely installed Check the hull and deck for cracks and other dam age Jet intake Check for debris and remove if necessary Hull and deck Fire extinguisher Check the condition and replace if necessary Engine shut off cord Check the condition and replace if frayed or broken Check the start switch engine stop switch and en gine shut off switch for proper operation Switches AFTER LAUNCH Check that water is discharged while the engine is Cooling water pilot outlet running and the watercraft is in the water Multifunction information center Check for warning indications and proper operation 45 Operation NOTE Pre operation checks should be made each time the watercraft is used These checks can be completed in a short time It is worth the time spent to ensure
12. battery cells To install the battery 1 Place the battery in the battery compart ment and connect the battery leads to the battery terminals 2 Connect the breather hose to the battery 3 Secure the battery in place 1 Positive battery terminal Red lead 2 Negative battery terminal Black lead 3 Breather hose EwJ00400 Be sure to connect the breather hose to the battery Fire or explosion could result if the breather hose is damaged obstruct ed or not connected properly ECJ00260 CAUTION After installation make sure that the bat tery leads are properly connected to the battery terminals EJU34490 Fuel injection system The fuel injection system was set at the Yamaha factory If the fuel injection system Maintenance and care needs to be adjusted have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft ECJ00220 CAUTION Do not attempt to adjust the fuel injection system If the settings are disturbed by someone who does not have the neces sary technical knowledge poor engine performance and damage may result EJU34500 Checking the trolling speed 1 Place the watercraft in the water 2 Start the engine and warm it up Use the tachometer in the multifunction informa tion center to check the trolling speed Trolling speed 1650 50 r min If the trolling speed is out of specification have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft 80 Specifications EJU34542 ae i Specific
13. from the top of the fuel tank Fuel expands as it warms up and could overflow if the fuel tank has been overfilled If temporarily leaving the watercraft with a full fuel tank do not leave it in direct sunlight Leave it in a well ventilated area with the watercraft in a horizontal position e Tighten the fuel tank filler cap securely after refueling 43 e If you should swallow some gasoline in hale a lot of gasoline vapor or get gaso line in your eyes get immediate medical attention e If any gasoline spills on your skin or clothing immediately wash the affected area with soap and water and change your clothes ECJ00310 CAUTION Use only fresh gasoline that has been stored in clean containers Recommended gasoline Regular unleaded gasoline with a mini mum octane rating of 86 Pump octane number R M 2 90 Research octane number EJU31860 Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gasohol con taining ethanol and that containing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if ethanol content does not exceed 10 and the fuel meets the minimum octane ratings Gasohol containing methanol is not recom mended by Yamaha because it can cause fuel system damage and engine performance problems EJU31890 Engine oil Use a combination of the recommended SAE and API engine oil classifications shown in the chart below SAE API 4 32 68 104 F SE _ _ sF 20 0 20 40 C SG h h S
14. gine Management System YEMS that in cludes an off throttle steering OTS system It will activate at planing speeds should you attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing the throttle lever see condition C above The OTS system assists in turning by continu ing to supply some thrust while the watercraft is decelerating but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handle bars The OTS system does not function be low planing speeds or when the engine is off Once the engine slows down the watercraft will no longer turn in response to handlebar in 64 Operation put until you apply throttle again or you reach trolling speed EJU33280 Stopping the watercraft The watercraft is not equipped with a sepa rate braking system It is stopped by water re sistance when the throttle lever is released From full speed the watercraft comes to a complete stop in approximately 100 m 330 ft after the throttle lever is released or the en gine is stopped although this distance will vary depending on many factors including gross weight water surface conditions and wind direction The watercraft slows down as soon as the throttle lever is released but will coast for a distance before fully stopping If you are not sure you can stop in time before hitting an ob stacle apply throttle and turn in another direc tion 100 m 330 ft Lee EWJ00730 e Allow adequate stopping distance e Take ea
15. in cludes thick tightly woven sturdy and snug fitting apparel such as denim but does not include spandex or similar fabrics like those used in bicycle shorts 1 USCG approved PFD 2 Wetsuit bottom Eye protection is recommended to keep wind water and glare from the sun out of your eyes while you operate your water craft Restraining straps for eyewear are made which are designed to float should your eyewear fall in the water Footwear and gloves are recommended Helmets meeting Snell or DOT standards are required for IJSBA sanctioned races You must decide whether to wear a helmet while you ride for recreation You should know that a helmet could help protect you in certain kinds of accidents and that it could injure you in others A helmet is designed to provide some head protection Although helmets cannot protect against all foreseeable impacts a helmet might reduce your injuries in a collision with a boat or other obstacle A helmet may have potential safety haz ards as well Falling into the water could risk the chance of the helmet catching wa ter commonly known as bucketing and the resulting strain on your neck could cause choking severe and permanent neck injuries or death A helmet could also in crease the risk of an accident if it reduces your vision or hearing or if it distracts you or increases your fatigue How should you decide if a helmet s poten tial safety benefits outweigh its potent
16. is disconnected Do not run the engine with a fuel line dis connected Check the fuel system for leaks cracks and malfunctions If any problem is found consult a Yamaha dealer Check e Fuel tank filler cap and seal for damage e Fuel in fuel tank for water and dirt e Fuel tank for damage cracks and leakage e Fuel hoses and joints for damage cracks and leakage e Air bleeding passages for leakage EJU34230 Fuel tank Check the fuel tank for leakage and for water in the tank If water is found in the fuel system or if the fuel tank needs to be cleaned have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft aN 1 Fuel tank 75 EJU34280 Engine oil and oil filter EWJ00340 Engine oil is extremely hot immediately af ter the engine is turned off Coming in con tact with or getting any engine oil on your clothes could result in burns ECJ00180 CAUTION e Do not run the engine with too much or not enough oil in the oil tank Oil could spray out and the engine could be dam aged e Be sure to change the engine oil after the first 10 hours of operation and every 100 hours thereafter or at the start of a new season otherwise the engine will wear quickly The oil filter should be replaced every year or every 100 hours of operation Have a Yamaha dealer replace the oil fil ter if necessary It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer change the engine oil However if you choose to change the oil on
17. keep their feet on the floor of the foot well when the watercraft is in motion Lifting your feet increases the chances of losing your balance or hitting objects outside the watercraft with your feet Do not give a ride to children if their feet cannot reach the floor of the footwell e The passengers should hold on firmly ei Scan carefully for swimmers and stay away ther to the person in front of them or to the from swimming areas Swimmers are hard handgrip provided to see and you could accidentally hit some one in the water e Avoid being hit by another boat You should always take the responsibility to watch for traffic other boaters may not be watching for you If they do not see you or if you ma neuver more quickly than other boaters ex pect you risk a collision e Maintain a safe distance from other boats and watercraft and also watch for ski ropes or fishing lines Obey the Rules of the e Never allow a passenger to ride in front of Road and be sure to check behind you be the operator fore making a turn See Rules of the Road on page 18 13 A Safety information e According to the USCG boats under 6 1 m a ded f 20 ft in length like your watercraft MUST ecommen e equipmen The following items should be carried on board your watercraft e Sound signaling device You should carry a whistle or other sound signaling device that can be used to signal other boats See Rules of the Roa
18. safety and reliability 46 Operation EJU32280 Pre operation check points EJU32310 Engine compartment Ventilate the engine compartment before each use To ventilate the engine compartment remove the seat See page 28 for seat removal and installation procedures Leave the engine compartment open for a few minutes to allow any fuel vapors to escape While the engine compartment is open check for loose electrical connections EWJ00460 Failure to ventilate the engine compart ment could result in a fire or explosion Do not start the engine if there is a fuel leak or a loose electrical connection EJU32350 Hull and deck Check the hull and deck for cracks and other damage If any damage is found have a Yamaha dealer repair the watercraft EJU32390 Fuel level Check the fuel system for leakage cracks and malfunctions before each use See page 75 for check points and correct procedures 1 Remove the fuel tank filler cap to release any pressure that might have built up in the fuel tank 47 2 Remove the seat See page 28 for seat removal and installation procedures 3 Check the fuel level in the fuel tank and replenish if necessary See page 44 for filling procedures 4 Install the fuel tank filler cap and the seat EJU32400 Engine oil level Check the engine oil level before each use ECJ00390 CAUTION e When checking the engine oil level on water be careful of
19. sure that the hood is securely closed before operating the watercraft EJU31090 Fuel tank filler cap To remove the fuel tank filler cap turn it coun terclockwise oe Z Boe NOTE Make sure that the fuel tank filler cap is se curely closed before operating the watercraft EJU31131 Remote control transmitter for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser The Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode settings are selected using the remote control transmitter See Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode on page 34 for 29 information on using the remote control trans mitter ECJ00020 CAUTION The Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode settings can only be selected using the remote control transmitter Ob serve the following precautions to protect your remote control transmitter Store the remote control transmitter carefully so it will not be lost When op erating the watercraft use the transmit ter holder in the glove compartment If you accidentally lose your remote con trol transmitter contact a Yamaha deal er While the remote control transmitter has been designed for use in wet environ ments it should not be operated under water or submerged for an extended length of time If it gets wet dry it with a soft dry cloth Keep the remote control transmitter away from high temperatures and do not place it in direct sunlight Do not drop the remote control transmit ter subject i
20. tercraft back slowly e For VX VX Sport After the watercraft is in the water turn it around so that the bow faces the direction you wish to go Start the engine and then slowly move away from the launching area EJU32850 Starting the engine EWJ00560 Never start the engine or let it run for any length of time in an enclosed area Ex haust fumes contain carbon monoxide a 54 Operation colorless odorless gas that may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time Always operate the watercraft in an open area 1 If the lock mode of the Yamaha Security System is selected for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser use the remote control transmit ter to select the unlock mode See page 34 for Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode selection procedures 2 Launch the watercraft in water free from weeds and debris and at least 60 cm 2 ft deep 1 60 cm 2 ft EWJ00570 Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise you increase your chance of hitting a submerged ob ject which could result in injury ECJ00470 CAUTION Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise pebbles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake caus ing impeller damage and engine overheat ing 55 3 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 1 Clip 2 Engine shut off switch 3 Engine shut off cord EWJ005
21. to your left wrist and the clip to the en gine shut off switch BEFORE starting the engine 30 Features and functions e To prevent accidental starting of the en gine or unauthorized use by children or others always remove the clip from the engine shut off switch when the engine is not running EJU31190 Start switch Push the start switch green button to start the engine 1 Start switch NOTE The engine will not start when the lock mode of the Yamaha Security System has been se lected for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser the clip is removed from the engine shut off switch or the throttle lever is squeezed See page 34 for Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode selection procedures 31 EJU31210 Throttle lever Squeeze the throttle lever to increase engine speed 1 Throttle lever Release the throttle lever to decrease engine speed or to return it to the idle position EJU35971 Cooling water pilot outlet This watercraft is equipped with a cooling wa ter pilot outlet When the engine is running cooling water is circulated in the engine and then it is dis charged from the pilot outlet To check for proper operation of the cooling system check that water is being discharged from the pilot outlet If water is not being dis charged from the outlet cooling water may not be circulating in the engine When this oc curs stop the engine and check for the cause See pages 38 and 84 for
22. 15 Watter Skiing cecene 17 Rules of the Road seeen 18 To get more boating safety information essees 22 Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ssassn 23 Features and functions 0 24 Location of main components 24 Operation of controls and other FUNCTIONS osssieseeeeeeeeeenneneeeeerereeene 28 Seat ea r a a e a 28 HOO d ae a Ce 28 Fuel tank filler cap secc 29 Remote control transmitter for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 29 Engine stop switch 0 0 0 eee 30 Engine shut off switch eee 30 Start SWItCN ccceeesseeeeeteeeeeeeeeees 31 Throttle lever ccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 31 Cooling water pilot outlet 31 Steering System sssi 32 Shift lever for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 32 Handog unninn ni in 33 BOW CYC ssisissisinisrereernrrnrerenrereneeennnne 33 Stern eyes oon eeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeteeeeneeeee 33 Yamaha Engine Management System YEMS ceeeeeeeeees 34 Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 34 Multifunction information center 36 Storage compartments e 40 Operation ccccsssssceeessteeeeeeneees 43 Fuel and Oil peisses 43 GaSONNC eiei ia eiee i idt 43 Engine oil iesnas iya e i ee 44 Filling the fuel tank neee 44 Pre operation checks sessen 45 Pre operation check list 005 45 Pre operation check points 47 Operation cccccccceessceeeesseeeeesees 54 E
23. 80 Check that the engine shut off cord is not frayed or broken and keep it free from the handlebars so that the engine stops if the operator falls off The engine shut off cord may not pull free if wrapped around the handlebars when the operator falls off al lowing the watercraft to continue to run and cause an accident NOTE It is not possible to start the engine with the clip removed from the engine shut off switch 4 Push the start switch green button and then release it as soon as the engine starts to run NOTE The engine will not start if the throttle lever is squeezed ECJ00480 CAUTION e Never push the start switch while the en gine is running e Do not operate the start switch for more than 5 seconds otherwise the battery will be discharged and the engine will not start Also the starter motor could be damaged If the engine does not start in 5 seconds release the start switch wait 15 seconds and then try again Operation EJU32860 Stopping the engine To stop the engine release the throttle lever and then push the engine stop switch red button EWJ00600 You need throttle to steer Shutting the en gine off can cause you to hit an obstacle you are attempting to avoid A collision could result in severe injury or death EJU32890 Leaving the watercraft If leaving the watercraft select the lock mode of the Yamaha Security System for VX De luxe VX Cruiser and remov
24. 84 Trouble recovery ECJ00660 CAUTION e Place a suitable clean cloth or carpeting underneath the watercraft to protect it from abrasions and scratches e Always turn the watercraft over onto its port left side e When turning the watercraft on its side support the bow so that the handlebars are not bent or damaged 2 Remove any weeds or debris from around the drive shaft impeller jet pump housing and jet thrust nozzle If debris is difficult to remove consult a Yamaha dealer ECJ00670 CAUTION Always avoid operating your watercraft in areas where weed growth is thick If travel ing in weeded areas is unavoidable oper ate the engine alternately at partial throttle and full throttle Weeds tend to accumu late more at a steady speed and at trolling speed If weeds clog the jet intake or im peller area and cause cavitation follow the cleaning procedure above EJU34640 Jumping the battery If the watercraft battery has run down the en gine can be started using a 12 volt booster battery and jumper cables EWJ00790 Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan gerous causing severe burns etc Elec trolyte contains sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Antidotes External Flush with water Internal Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magnesia beaten 85 egg or vegetable oil Call a physician im mediately Eyes Flush with water for 15 minutes and
25. EJU31300 Shift lever for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser The shift lever is located on the starboard right side of the watercraft and is used to control the reverse gate which allows the wa tercraft to move in reverse or forward When the shift lever is in the reverse position the watercraft can be launched from a trailer or backed up out of tight spots where you can not turn around easily To shift into reverse 1 Release the throttle lever and let the en gine speed return to idle 2 Pull the shift lever toward you 32 Features and functions EWJ00030 e Make sure that the throttle lever is com pletely released and that the engine is at idle before shifting into reverse e Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control be ejected or impact the handlebars e Use reverse for slow speed maneuver ing only e Make sure that there are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting into reverse e Do not touch the reverse gate while the shift lever is being operated otherwise you could be pinched To shift into forward 1 Release the throttle lever and let the en gine speed return to idle 2 Push the shift lever away from you EJU31360 Handgrip The handgrip provides a handhold for board ing the watercraft and for a spotter when fac ing rearward 1 Handgrip 33 EwJ00020 Do not use the handgrip to lift the water craft
26. FETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION Display of Capacity Information e Safe Loading e Flotation e Electrical System 183 425 Conductors e Fuel System e Powered Ventilation AS AUTHORIZED BY U S COAST GUARD GRANT OF EXEMPTION MODEL VX110 MFG YAMAHA CGB86 039 WM pe RUMEN on F1S U41E1 01 My All applicable electrical system components installed as original equipment meet appropriate U S C G requirements for ignition protection Ref 33 CFR 183 410 and 183 440 YAMAHA 60E 83627 00 General and important labels The following label indicates the correct direction to upright a capsized watercraft GA9 U418F 00 F1G U418F 00 A Safety information EJU30670 The safe use and operation of this water craft is dependent upon the use of proper riding techniques as well as upon the common sense good judgment and ex pertise of the operator Every operator should know the following requirements before riding the watercraft e Before operating the watercraft read this owners operators manual the Riding Practice Guide the Riding Instruction card and all warning and caution labels on the watercraft Also watch the Basic Orienta tion Video provided with your watercraft These materials should give you an under standing of the watercraft and its operation e Never allow anyone to operate this water craft until they too have read this own ers operator s manual th
27. H 10W 30 gt SJ T T 20W 40 gt 20W 50 gt ECJ00280 CAUTION Use only 4 stroke engine oil ee ee ee gt EJU31930 Filling the fuel tank ECJ00290 CAUTION Be careful when refueling Avoid getting water and other contaminants in the fuel tank Contaminated fuel can cause poor running and engine damage 1 Remove the seat See page 28 for seat removal and installation procedures 2 Remove the fuel tank filler cap and then slowly add fuel to the fuel tank Stop filling when the fuel level reaches approximate Operation ly 50 mm 2 in from the top of the fuel tank as indicated in the illustration 1 Approximately 50 mm 2 in from top of the fuel tank 3 Install the fuel tank filler cap and the seat Fuel tank capacity 60 L 15 9 US gal 13 2 Imp gal 44 Operation EJU31980 Pre operation checks EJU31990 Pre operation check list Before operating this watercraft perform the checks in the following check list See the accom panying text in this chapter for details on how to perform the checks EWJ00410 If any item in the pre operation check list is not working properly have it inspected and repaired before operating the watercraft otherwise an accident could occur ITEM ROUTINE BEFORE LAUNCH OR OPERATION Remove the seat to ventilate the engine compart Engine compartment ment Check for fuel vapors and loose electrical con nections Bilge Check for water
28. RRANTY Transfer of the warranty from the original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser is possible by having the watercraft inspected by an authorized Yamaha dealer and requesting the dealer to submit a change of registration to Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A within ten 10 days of the transfer YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED ALL IMPLIED WAR RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU ALSO EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY ARE ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF USE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU 89 Consumer information THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A Post Office Box 6555 Cypress California 90630 WARRANTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Q What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period A The customer s responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance services non warranty repairs accident and collision dam ages Q What are
29. Top off the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and add one ounce of Yamaha Fuel Stabilizer and Conditioner per each gallon of fuel EJU33680 Battery If the watercraft will not be used for more than a month remove the battery from the water craft and store it in a cool dry place Maintenance and care 1 Disconnect the negative battery lead first then the positive battery lead and breather hose and then remove the bat tery from the watercraft 2 Clean the battery casing using fresh wa ter 3 If the battery terminals are dirty or corrod ed clean them with a wire brush 4 Fully charge the battery 5 Apply Yamaha Marine Grease or Yamaha Grease A to the battery termi nals and then store the battery in a cool dry place 6 Check the battery at least once every 2 months and fully charge it if necessary ECJ00100 CAUTION Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage To check the condition of the battery check the specific gravity of the electrolyte or mea sure the voltage at both battery terminals Charge the battery if the voltage is less than 12 volts Specific gravity for reference 1 28 at 20 C 68 F It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer check the specific gravity and charge the bat tery If you maintain the battery yourself be sure to read and follow the instructions provid ed with the battery tester and charger you us
30. and passengers EJU32990 Learning to operate your watercraft Before operating the watercraft always per form the pre operation checks listed on page 45 The short time spent checking the water craft will reward you with added safety and re liability 57 Check state and local laws before operating your watercraft Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft Select a wide area to learn in where there is good visibility and light boat traffic pe Ik A te bA a O N Use the buddy system operate with some one nearby Scan constantly for people ob jects and other watercraft Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and keep it free from the handlebars so that the engine stops if you the operator fall off Wear a personal flotation device PFD All riders must wear a U S Coast Guard ap proved PFD that is suitable for personal wa tercraft use Wear protective clothing Severe internal inju ries can occur if water is forced into body cav ities as a result of falling into the water or being near the jet thrust nozzle Normal swim wear does not adequately protect against forceful water entry into the rectum and vagi na All riders must wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection Such clothing includes thick tightly woven st
31. ank is re filled EJU31621 3 a Oil pressure warning indicator If the oil pressure does not rise to specifica tion the WARNING light and the oil pres sure warning indicator begin to blink and the buzzer sounds intermittently At the same time the engine speed is limited to help pre vent damage If this occurs reduce the engine speed return to shore and then check the engine oil level See page 47 for engine oil level checking procedures If the oil level is low add enough engine oil to raise it to the proper level If the oil level is sufficient have a Yamaha dealer check the watercraft NOTE Press the select button on the multifunction meter to stop the buzzer 1 Select button EJU31602 Engine overheat warning indicator This model is equipped with an engine over heat warning system If the engine starts to overheat the WARN ING light and the engine overheat warning in Features and functions dicator blink and then come on The buzzer also begins to sound intermittently and then it sounds continuously After the light and indi cator start to blink and the buzzer sounds the engine speed is limited to help prevent dam age If this occurs immediately reduce the engine speed return to shore and then check for wa ter discharge at the port left cooling water pi lot outlet while the engine is running If there is no discharge of water shut the engine off and then
32. ater is forced into body cavities as a result of being near jet thrust nozzle Wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection e Do not board PWC if operator is applying throttle F1B U41E1 21 F1S U41E1 01 4 5 A WARNING AWARNING Do not use cleat or grips to lift PWC Be sure to connect breather hose to Sroatherhase K bi Fi losi Id PWC could fall which could result in reat idae X severe injury F1B U41E1 21 YAMAHA FOV U41DB 02 F1S U41E1 01 6 WARNING AVERTISSEMENT 2 amp starting or running the engine Ne pas toucher ou retirer les pi ces lectriques lors du d marrage ou de la marche du moteur Bhs mkm YAMAHA For VX Deluxe VX Cruiser only 7 AWARNING REVERSE SHIFT LEVER OPERATION Shift only while engine is idling or off Reverse is for low speed maneuvering only Do not use reverse function to slow down or stop PWC as it could cause you to lose control be ejected or impact handlebars Make sure that there are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting to reverse FOV U41D5 21 General and important labels EJU35922 Other labels 8 RATED PERSON CAPACITY 3 MAXIMUM LOAD 240 kg 530 Ib YAMAHA FOP U41G1 01 F1S U41G1 01 9 FIRE EXTINGUISHER CONTAINER 10 YAMAHA Motor Corporation U S A P O Box 6555 Cypress CA 90630 THIS BOAT IS NOT REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING U S COAST GUARD SA
33. ations Watercraft capacity Maximum people on board 3 person Maximum load capacity 240 kg 530 Ib Dimensions Length 3220 mm 126 8 in Width 1170 mm 46 1 in Height 1150 mm 45 3 in Dry weight VX 319 kg 703 Ib VX Sport 319 kg 703 Ib VX Deluxe 322 kg 710 Ib VX Cruiser 323 kg 712 Ib Performance Maximum fuel consumption 28 0 L h 7 4 US gal h 6 2 Imp gal h Cruising range at full throttle 2 14 hour Trolling speed 1650 50 r min Engine Engine type Liquid cooled 4 stroke DOHC Number of cylinders 4 Engine displacement 1052 cm Bore amp stroke 76 0 x 58 0 mm 2 99 x 2 28 in Compression ratio 11 4 1 Valve clearance intake cold 0 11 0 20 mm 0 0043 0 0079 in Valve clearance exhaust cold 0 25 0 34 mm 0 0098 0 0134 in Lubrication system Dry sump Cooling system Water Starting system Electric Ignition system T C 81 Spark plug CR9EB Spark plug gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in Battery capacity 12 V 19 0 Ah Charging system Flywheel magneto Drive unit Propulsion system Jet pump Jet pump type Axial flow single stage Impeller rotation Counterclockwise Jet thrust nozzle angle 24 0 24 0 Fuel and oil Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline Minimum octane rating PON 86 Minimum octane rating RON 90 Recommended oil SAE 10W 30 20W 40 20W 50 Oil grade API SE SF SG SH SJ SL Fuel tank total capacity 60 L 15 9 US gal 13 2 Imp gal
34. ations on who may operate the Watercraft erie aceite Bete 9 Limited warranty eee 89 L MODE indicator light for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser ceee 40 LUDPICATIONE erica 69 Lubrication points s e 78 M Main components location of 24 Maintenance and adjustments 71 Manufactured date label 2 Index Multifunction information center 36 53 0 Oil pressure warning indicator 37 Operating your watercraft c0 57 QOPELAtION sevccs eecsezeees sesitecee aeehegerscvessteetes 54 Operation of controls and other TUNCHIONS ide Ait iene 28 Operation requirement ceeeeeee 12 Owner s operator s manual and tool kit 72 P Periodic maintenance chart 73 Post operation Care cceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 66 Pre operation check liSt c eeeeee 45 Pre operation check points ee 47 Pre operation checks ccceeeeeeeeeeeees 45 Primary Identification PRI ID number 1 R Recommended equipment 14 Remote control transmitter for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser eee 29 Reverse on waterways for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 65 Riding with passengers cecce 58 Rough water operation 66 Rules of the Road eneee 18 S Seatern kearen a diate A EAA ee 28 SECURITY indicator light for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 39 Selecting the normal mode low RPM mode for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 35 Shift ca
35. bend it too should sound the whistle Even if no re ply is heard however the vessel should still proceed around the bend with caution If you navigate such waters with your watercraft you will need to carry a portable air horn available from local marine supply stores Fishing vessel right of way All vessels fishing with nets lines or trawls are considered to be fishing vessels under the International Rules Vessels with trolling lines are not considered fishing vessels Fish ing vessels have the right of way regardless of position Fishing vessels cannot however impede the passage of other vessels in nar row channels Sailing vessel right of way Sailing vessels should normally be given the right of way The exceptions to this are 1 When the sailing vessel is overtaking the power driven vessel the power driven vessel has the right of way 2 Sailing vessels should keep clear of any fishing vessel 3 In a narrow channel a sailing vessel should not hamper the safe passage of a power driven vessel that can navigate only in such a channel Reading buoys and other markers The waters of the United States are marked for safe navigation by the lateral system of buoyage Simply put buoys and markers have an arrangement of shapes colors num bers and lights to show which side of the buoy a boater should pass on when navigat ing in a particular direction The markings on these buoys are oriented from the pers
36. ble checking for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser ce 76 Shift lever and reverse gate for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser ee 51 Shift lever for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 32 Spark plugs cleaning and adjusting 77 Speedometer iiien 36 Star l belSui miraiet ie 2 Start Switch icstee ernie ceed ie 31 Starting the engine ec eee eee 54 Starting the watercraft eee 58 Steering system cceeceeeseeeeeeeeees 32 50 Stern drain PlUQS cceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeneees 49 Stem Eye Srne ai aiai 33 Stopping the engine n 56 Stopping the watercraft cece 65 Stora GE crested iint onde i ei 68 Storage compartment 40 Submerged watercraft 87 SWite he Saneren ai 53 T Tachometer ccscecesccceeeseeeesseeereseeeeetes 36 Throttle cable checking and adjusting 77 Throttle lever der un aiaa 31 50 To get more boating safety information 22 Towing the watercraft 87 Trans POPMING y lt eztaeihcees estasaseetentidesdasceceneie 67 Trolling speed Checking 80 Troubleshooting s e 82 Troubleshooting chart nsee 82 Turning the watercraft eeeneeee 63 WwW Water separator cecene 48 Watercraft characteristics 15 Water skiing seieeeeseeeeeeeeerrerrrerrrene 17 Y Yamaha Engine Management System YEMS E TTET 34 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE YVES Jena a 91 Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 34 Yamaha Security System for VX Del
37. cap 1 Minimum level mark 2 Maximum level mark 5 If the engine oil level is below the mini mum level mark add enough oil so that the oil level is between the minimum and maximum level marks on the dipstick Operation and then install the filler cap If the engine oil level is significantly above the maxi mum level mark the oil tank is overfilled Have a Yamaha dealer remove the ex cessive amount of engine oil EJU32420 Water separator Check the water separator for water The wa ter separator retains any water that may have entered through the fuel tank breather hose if the watercraft was capsized Normally the water separator is empty 1 Water separator 2 Drain screw If water remains in the water separator drain it by removing the drain screw Place a drain pan under the water separator to catch the draining water or use a dry cloth to soak up any water that could spill into the watercraft If any water spills into the watercraft be sure to wipe it up with a dry cloth Also be sure to in stall the drain screw after draining the water separator EJU32460 Bilge Check the bilge for moisture and fuel residue ECJ00370 CAUTION Excessive water in the bilge can splash into the engine which can result in severe damage 48 Operation To drain water from the bilge 1 Remove the stern drain plugs 2 Raise the bow of the watercraft until the water drains 3 After the water has drained
38. ch wait 15 seconds and then try again EJU34690 Replacing the fuses The fuses are located in the electrical box To replace a fuse 1 Remove the cap on the electrical box Trouble recovery 2 Replace the blown fuse with the spare fuse of the correct amperage by using the fuse puller on the reverse side of the cap 1 Electrical box 2 Cap 3 Fuse 4 Spare fuse 1 Fuse puller Fuse amperage Battery fuse 30 A Main relay drive fuse 10A Electronic throttle valve fuse 10A Security system fuse 3A Main fuse 20A 86 Trouble recovery EWJ00800 Do not use fuses of higher amperage than recommended Substitution with a fuse that has an improper rating can cause ex tensive electrical system damage and pos sible fire EJU34710 Towing the watercraft If the watercraft becomes inoperative in the water it can be towed to shore If the watercraft must be towed in an emer gency using a towline the operator should ride the watercraft holding onto the handle bars ECJ00720 CAUTION e Tow the watercraft at 5 mph 8 km h or less otherwise water could enter the en gine through the exhaust passages or through the air intake and flood the en gine compartment if it is towed too fast e Tow the watercraft using the bow eye only e The bow must be kept up out of the wa ter during towing to prevent water from entering the engine compartment 1 Bow eye 87 EWJ00810 e The wa
39. ch up and then lift up the hood EJU35010 L MODE indicator light for VX De luxe VX Cruiser The L MODE indicator light comes on when 1 Hood latch the low RPM mode is selected See page 35 for more information fl 1 SECURITY indicator light iy Ca oe 1 L MODE indicator light EJU31680 Storage compartments A front storage compartment and a glove compartment are provided NOTE e Make sure that the storage compartments are securely closed before operating the watercraft 1 Front storage compartment e The storage compartments are not de signed to be waterproof If you carry objects that must be kept dry such as the manuals put them in a waterproof bag 40 Features and functions Front storage compartment To open the glove compartment slide the Capacity glove compartment latch toward you and 62 0 L 16 4 US gal 13 6 Imp gal then lift up the lid Load limit 5 0 kg 11 Ib To close the front storage compartment push down on the rear of the hood until it latches securely 1 Glove compartment latch ere A NOTE Make sure that the hood is securely closed before operating the watercraft EJU31752 Glove compartment The glove compartment is located in front of 1 Glove compartment the seat Glove compartment Capacity 5 2 L 1 4 US gal 1 1 Imp gal Load limit 1 0 kg 2 Ib To close the glove compartment push the lid d
40. check the intake grate and impeller for clogging EWJ00050 Before attempting to remove weeds or de bris from the intake grate or impeller shut the engine off and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch Severe injury or 38 Features and functions death could result from coming in contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump NOTE Press the select button on the multifunction meter to stop the buzzer ECJ00040 CAUTION If you cannot locate and correct the cause of the overheating consult a Yamaha deal er Continuing to operate at higher speeds could result in severe engine damage 39 1 Select button EJU31630 Check engine warning indicator If a sensor malfunction or a short circuit is de tected the WARNING light and the check engine warning indicator begin to blink and the buzzer sounds intermittently If this occurs reduce the engine speed return to shore and have a Yamaha dealer check the engine EJU35001 SECURITY indicator light for VX De luxe VX Cruiser The SECURITY indicator light comes on when the unlock mode of the Yamaha Securi ty System is selected The watercraft can be Features and functions ridden normally when this light is on See 817 f Front storage compartment page 34 for more information The front storage compartment is located at the bow To open the front storage compartment pull the hood lat
41. d Storage for long periods of time such as win ter storage requires preventive maintenance to ensure against deterioration It is advisable to have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha dealer prior to storage However the following procedures can be performed by the owner EJU33541 Flushing the cooling system Flushing the cooling system is essential to prevent it from clogging with salt sand or dirt ECJ00121 CAUTION e Do not supply water to the cooling water passages when the engine is not run ning The water could flow back through the muffler into the crankcase causing severe engine damage e Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds without supplying water or over 4000 r min on land otherwise the engine could overheat 1 Remove the watercraft from the water and place it in a horizontal position 2 Remove the seat See page 28 for seat removal and installation procedures 3 Remove the flushing hose connector cap and then insert the garden hose Maintenance and care adapter into the flushing hose connector and turn it until it is securely connected 1 Flushing hose connector cap 2 Garden hose adapter 3 Flushing hose connector 4 Connect the garden hose adapter to a water tap using a garden hose NOTE A garden hose is not included and must be purchased separately 5 Start the engine and then immediately turn the water supply on until water flows out continually from the
42. d for more information e Visual distress signals It is recommended that a U S Coast Guard approved pyrotechnic device be stored in a waterproof container on your watercraft A mirror can also be used as an emergency signal Contact a Yamaha dealer or the U S Coast Guard for more information e Watch A watch is helpful so you will know how long you have been operating the watercraft e Towline A towline can be used to tow a disabled wa tercraft in an emergency carry a fire extinguisher of a B 1 classifica tion with a capacity of two pounds or more when navigating in waters under USCG ju risdiction In addition most state and local boating laws also require that the fire extin guisher be approved by the USCG 14 A Safety information EJU30870 Hazard information e Never start the engine or let it run for any length of time in an enclosed area Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide a color less odorless gas that may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time Always operate the watercraft in an open area e Do not touch the hot oil tank muffler or en gine during or immediately after engine op eration they can cause serious burns 15 EJU30930 Watercraft characteristics e Jet thrust turns the watercraft Releasing the throttle lever completely produces only minimum thrust If you are traveling at speeds above trolling you will have rapidly decreasing ability to steer without throttle
43. d maintained and stored as specified in the applicable Owner s Operator s Manual The owner of the watercraft shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten 10 days of dis covery and make the watercraft available at that time for inspection and repairs at the dealer s place of business GENERAL EXCLUSIONS FROM WARRANTY This warranty will not cover the repair of damage if the damage is a result of abuse or neglect of the product Examples of abuse and neglect include but are not limited to Racing or competition use modification of original parts abnormal strain Lack of proper maintenance and off season storage as described in the Owner s Operator s Manual installation of parts or acces sories that are not equivalent in design and quality to genuine Yamaha parts Use of lubricants oils and fuel oil mixtures that are not suitable for watercraft motor use Damage as a result of accidents collisions contact with foreign materials or submersion Growth of marine organisms on motor or hull surfaces Normal deterioration Gel coat stress cracks IDARE No SPECIFIC PARTS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY Parts replaced due to normal wear or routine maintenance such as oil spark plugs fuel filters impeller and liner and anodes are not covered by warranty Charges for transporting the watercraft to and from an authorized Yamaha dealer are excluded from warranty cov erage TRANSFER OF WA
44. d other watercraft Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others 7 d N Niet A A at C Ei eee av N e Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people ob jects and other watercraft e Do not follow directly behind watercraft or other boats e Do not go near others to spray or splash them with water e Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that make it hard for others to avoid you or un derstand where you are going e Avoid areas with submerged objects or shallow water e Take early action to avoid collisions Re member watercraft and other boats do not have brakes e Do not release the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects you need throt tle to steer Always check throttle and steer ing controls before starting the watercraft e Ride within your limits and avoid aggressive maneuvers to reduce the risk of loss of con trol ejection and collision e This is a high performance boat not a toy Sharp turns or jumping wakes or waves can increase the risk of back spinal injury pa ralysis facial injuries and broken legs an 10 A Safety information kles and other bones Do not jump wakes with another boat which could result in se or waves vere injury or death e Do not operate the watercraft in rough wa ter bad weather or when visibility is poor this may lead to an accident causing injury or death Be alert to the
45. d and in good condition Loss of battery power may leave you stranded Never operate the watercraft if the bat tery does not have sufficient power to start the engine or if it shows any other signs of decreased power e Be sure to connect the breather hose to the battery Fire or explosion could re sult if the breather hose is damaged ob structed or not connected properly Make sure that the battery is securely held in place EJU32530 Fire extinguisher Check that there is a full fire extinguisher on board The fire extinguisher holder and cover are lo cated in the front storage compartment To store the fire extinguisher unhook the band and remove the cover Place the fire ex tinguisher in the holder and then place the cover over the fire extinguisher Fasten the cover and the fire extinguisher with the band securely N 1 Fire extinguisher holder and cover 2 Band NOTE e To check the fire extinguisher see the in structions supplied by the fire extinguisher manufacturer Always keep the fire extin Operation guisher secured in the holder with its cover in place e Always carry a fire extinguisher on board A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this watercraft If you do not have one contact a Yamaha dealer or a fire extin guisher dealer to obtain one meeting the proper specifications Fire extinguisher Classification B 1 Capacity 2 lb or more EJU32590 Throt
46. e EJU33740 Cleaning the watercraft Clean the watercraft before storing it for a long period 1 Wash down the hull handlebars and jet unit with fresh water 70 Maintenance and care 2 Rinse the engine and bilge area with fresh water Drain all of the water and wipe up any remaining moisture with clean dry rags ECJ00110 CAUTION Do not use high pressure water when rins ing the engine and bilge area as severe en gine damage could result 3 Spray the engine s exterior with a rust in hibitor and lubricant such as Yamaha Sil icone Protectant and Lubricant 4 Wax the hull with a non abrasive wax such as Yamaha Silicone Wax 5 Wipe all vinyl and rubber components such as the seat and engine compart ment seals with a vinyl protectant such as Yamaha Protectant 71 EJU33751 Maintenance and adjustments Periodic inspection adjustment and lubrica tion will keep your watercraft in the safest and most efficient condition possible Safety is an obligation of the watercraft owner Proper maintenance must be carried out to keep the exhaust emission and sound levels within the regulated limits The most important points of watercraft inspection adjustment and lubri cation are explained on the following pages See a Yamaha dealer for genuine Yamaha re placement parts and optional accessories de signed for your watercraft Remember failures that are the result of the installation of parts or access
47. e The en gine can only be started in the unlock mode EJU36102 Yamaha Security System lock and unlock modes for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser The lock and unlock modes of this system can only be selected while the engine is stopped When the lock button on the remote control transmitter is pressed the beeper sounds once This indicates the lock mode is selected and the engine cannot be started 1 Lock button The SECURITY indicator light comes on when the security system is in the unlock mode and goes off when the security system is in the lock mode 1 SECURITY indicator light When the unlock button on the remote control transmitter is pressed for a short time the beeper sounds two times for the normal mode or three times for the low RPM mode The SECURITY indicator light will come on and the engine can be started See the items in 34 Features and functions Selecting the normal mode low RPM mode for operation mode information 1 Unlock button Engine can be started Lock NO Unlock normal mode YES Unlock low RPM mode Number of beeps Yamaha Security Sys tem mode 1 beep 2 beeps YES 3 beeps EJU31411 Selecting the normal mode low RPM mode for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser The normal mode and low RPM mode can only be selected when the engine is stopped in the unlock mode Press the unlock button on the remote control transmitter for more than 4 s
48. e Riding Practice Guide the Riding Instruction card and all warning and caution labels and if possible watched the Basic Orientation Video Showing them the video may help reinforce the information contained in these materi als EJU30730 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft e Yamaha recommends a minimum operator age of 16 years old Adults must supervise use by minors Know the operator age and training require ments for your state A boating safety course is recommended and may be re quired in your state You can find local rules by contacting the United States Coast Guard USCG the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators or your local Power Squadron e This watercraft is designed to carry the op erator and up to 2 passengers Never ex ceed the maximum load limit or allow more than 3 persons or 2 persons if a water skier is being pulled to ride the watercraft at any time Maximum load 240 kg 530 Ib Load is the total weight of cargo oper ator and passengers e Do not operate the watercraft with any pas sengers on board until you have consider able practice and experience riding alone Operating the watercraft with passengers requires more skill Take the time to be come accustomed to the handling charac A Safety information teristics of the watercraft before trying any 80760 difficult maneuvers Cruising limitations e Scan constantly for people objects an
49. e footwell start the engine and then look in all direc tions before starting off EJU36080 Boarding and starting in deep water EWJ01110 e The operator and passengers should practice boarding in shallow water be fore riding in deep water Boarding in deep water requires more skill e The fatigue and exposure that could re sult after unsuccessful attempts to get back on the watercraft may increase the risk of injuries and drowning EJU33140 Boarding alone 1 Swim to the rear of the watercraft and place both hands on the boarding plat form pull yourself up and then grasp the handgrip with one hand X 2 Pull yourself up to a kneeling position on the platform and then move to the seat and sit astride 3 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 4 Grip the handlebars with both hands place both feet on the floor of the footwell Operation start the engine and then look in all direc tions before starting off EWJ00610 Before starting off make sure that there are no boats swimmers or obstacles around you EJU33161 Boarding with passengers EWJ00660 n Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of being near the jet thrust nozzle Do not ap ply throttle until the passengers are seated with their feet on the floor of the footwell and are securely holding on to the perso
50. e the engine shut off cord to reduce the chance of accidental starting or unauthorized use by children or others See page 34 for Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode selection proce dures 56 Operation EJU32900 Operating your watercraft EJU32951 Getting to know your watercraft Operating your watercraft requires skills ac quired through practice over a period of time Take the time to learn the basic techniques well before attempting more difficult maneu vers Operating your new watercraft can be a very enjoyable activity providing you with hours of pleasure However it is essential to familiar ize yourself with the operation of the water craft to achieve the skill level necessary to enjoy riding safely Before operating this watercraft read this owner s operators manual the Riding Prac tice Guide the Riding Instruction card and all warning and caution labels on the watercraft Pay particular attention to the safety informa tion on page 9 Also watch the Basic Orienta tion Video provided with your watercraft These materials should give you an under standing of the watercraft and its operation Remember This watercraft is designed to carry the operator and up to 2 passengers Never exceed the maximum load limit or allow more than 3 persons or 2 persons if a water skier is being pulled to ride the watercraft at any time Maximum load 240 kg 530 Ib Load is the total weight of cargo oper ator
51. econds to switch between the normal mode and the low RPM mode Normal mode If the beeper sounds twice the normal mode is activated The watercraft can be ridden normally 35 Low RPM mode If the beeper sounds three times the low RPM mode is activated and the L MODE in dicator light comes on 1 L MODE indicator light Maximum engine speed r min in the low RPM mode is limited to approximately 90 of the maximum engine speed in the normal mode NOTE e If neither the start switch nor the remote control transmitter is operated within 25 seconds after the unlock button is pressed to select the unlock mode the multifunction meter display and the L MODE indicator light will go off If this occurs press the lock button on the transmitter briefly to select the lock mode press the unlock button briefly to select the unlock mode and then press the unlock button again for more than 4 sec onds to select the normal mode or low RPM mode e While the engine is running input from the remote control transmitter is not received ECJ00080 CAUTION If the remote control transmitter does not operate when its buttons are pressed the battery may be low Have a Yamaha dealer replace the battery EJU31451 Multifunction information center This meter contains the following functions for help and convenience in operating the water craft 12 11 10 9 Tachometer Speedometer Hour met
52. ect properly 77 cap loose Connected to wrong Connect properly 77 cylinder Fuel injec Fuel pump faulty Have serviced by 7 tion system Yamaha dealer 82 Trouble recovery TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine runs irregu larly or stalls Empty Refill as soon as pos sible Stale or contaminat ed Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace Incorrect heat range Replace Gap incorrect Adjust Spark plug Loose Connect properly cap Cracked torn or damaged Replace Electrical wir Loose connection ing Tighten or connect properly Fuel injec tion system Faulty or clogged in jectors Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Warning light or in dicator blinks Fuel level Empty Refill as soon as pos sible Engine over heated Jet intake clogged Clean Check engine warning Faulty sensors Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Watercraft slow or loses power 83 Low RPM mode se lected Yamaha Se curity Sys tem VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Select normal mode Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean Impeller damaged or worn Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Engine over heat warning Engine speed reduc tion control activated Clean jet intake and cool engine Oil pressure warning Engine speed reduc
53. ee what you are doing The General Prudential Rule regarding the right of way is that if a collision appears un avoidable neither boat has the right of way Both boats must avoid the collision In other words follow the standard rules ex cept when a collision will occur unless both vessels try to avoid each other If that is the case both vessels become give way vessels 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 fol lowed Meeting you are approaching another vessel head on Crossing you are traveling across another vessel s path Overtaking you are passing or being passed by another vessel In the following illustration your watercraft is in the center You should give the right of way to any vessels shown in the white area you are the give way vessel Any vessels in the shaded area must yield to you they are the 19 give way vessels Both you and the meeting vessel must alter course to avoid each other Meeting If you are meeting another power driven 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 accident You should keep the other vessel on your port left side This rule does not ap ply if both of you will clear one another if you continue on your set course and speed Gy _ SS
54. el tank Check clean O O Trolling speed Check adjust O O Throttle shaft Check O O Cooling water pas sages Flush Water inlet strain er Check clean O O Bilge strainer Clean Impeller Check O O O Jet thrust nozzle angle Check adjust Shift cable and re verse gate VX De luxe VX Cruiser Check adjust Throttle cable Check adjust Stern drain plugs Check replace Battery Check charge Rubber coupling Check Engine mount Check Nuts and bolts Check Air filter element Check Engine oil Replace Oil filter 73 Replace Maintenance and care Initial Thereafter every Operation 50 hours 100 hours 100 hours 200 hours 6 months 12 months 12 months 24 months Valve clearance Check adjust This operation should be performed after every use O 74 Maintenance and care EJU34210 Checking the fuel system EWJ00380 Gasoline is highly flammable and explo sive Failure to check for and repair any fuel leakage could result in a fire or explo sion A fire or explosion can cause severe injury or death Shut the engine off Do not smoke Avoid spilling gasoline Fuel in the fuel lines is pressurized Fuel can spray out and cause injury or a fire hazard if a fuel line
55. er voltmeter Fuel level meter L MODE indicator light for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 6 WARNING light 7 Fuel level warning indicator 8 Oil pressure warning indicator 9 Engine overheat warning indicator 10 Check engine warning indicator 11 Select button 12 SECURITY indicator light for VX De luxe VX Cruiser ECJ00071 CAUTION Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds without supplying water or over 4000 r min on land when checking the op eration of the meter otherwise the engine could overheat ah owN NOTE e When the engine is started all displays light up for 2 seconds and then the meter starts to operate normally e The current display will continue to operate for 25 seconds after the engine stops Features and functions EJU31460 Tachometer The engine speed r min is displayed by seg ments Each segment indicates a 250 r min increment EJU31500 Speedometer The meter shows the watercraft speed against water 1 Select button NOTE To switch the speedometer display between kilometers and miles push the select button for at least 1 second within 10 seconds after the meter is displayed EJU31511 Fuel level meter The fuel level meter is provided for convenient fuel level checking while riding 36 Features and functions The fuel level meter has eight segments which show the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank 1 Fuel level mete
56. ft mechanism e For VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Reverse can be used to slow down or stop during slow speed maneuvering such as when docking Once the engine is idling shift into reverse and gradually increase en gine speed Make sure that there are no ob stacles or people behind you before shifting into reverse e Keep away from the intake grate while the engine is on Items such as long hair loose clothing or PFD straps can become entan gled in moving parts resulting in severe in jury or drowning e Never insert any object into the jet thrust nozzle while the engine is running Severe injury or death could result from coming in contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump 1 Intake grate 2 Jet thrust nozzle e Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch before removing any debris or weeds which may have col lected around the jet intake 1 Clip 2 Engine shut off switch 16 A Safety information EJU30940 Water skiing You can use the watercraft for water skiing if it has the seating capacity to carry the opera tor a rearward facing spotter and the water skier when he or she is not skiing The watercraft must also have a cleat de signed to pull a ski rope do not attach the rope to any other location Z It is the watercraft operator s responsibility to be alert to the safety of the water skier and others Know and follow all state and local wa ter skiing regulat
57. g EJU32781 Engine break in The engine break in period is essential to al low the various components of the engine to wear and polish themselves to the correct op erating clearances This ensures proper per formance and promotes longer component life ECJ00440 CAUTION Be sure to check the engine oil level be fore operating the watercraft for the first time See page 47 for engine oil checking procedures Operation 1 Launch the watercraft and start the en gine See page 54 for engine starting procedures 2 For the first 5 minutes run the engine at trolling speed only For the 30 minutes of operation after that keep the engine speed below 5000 r min For the 1 hour of operation after that keep the engine speed below 6500 r min 3 Proceed with normal operation ECJ00430 CAUTION Failure to follow the engine break in pro cedure could result in reduced engine life or even severe engine damage EJU32811 Launching the watercraft When launching the watercraft make sure that there are no obstacles around you If there are waves someone should make sure that the watercraft is not pushed into the trailer after launching the watercraft e For VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Use the remote control transmitter to select the unlock mode See page 34 for Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode selec tion procedures After the watercraft is in the water start the engine Shift into reverse and move the wa
58. get prompt medical attention Batteries produce explosive gases Keep sparks flames cigarettes etc well away If using or charging the battery in an en closed space make sure that it is well ven tilated Always shield your eyes when working near batteries KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN 79 ECJ00230 CAUTION e Be careful not to place the battery on its side e Be sure to remove the battery from the battery compartment when adding elec trolyte or charging the battery To replenish the battery 1 Make sure that the electrolyte level is be tween the maximum and minimum level marks 1 Maximum level mark 2 Minimum level mark 2 Refill the battery with distilled water if necessary ECJ00240 CAUTION Normal tap water contains minerals that are harmful to a battery Use only distilled water for replenishing the battery To recharge the battery ECJ00250 CAUTION Do not attempt to charge a battery hastily Battery life could be shortened It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery If you charge the battery yourself carefully read the battery charger in structions before charging and follow the points below 1 Remove all of the battery caps 2 If the electrolyte level is low add distilled water to raise it to the specified level 3 Set the charging rate to 1 9 ampere and charge the battery slowly until the explo sive gases are discharged vigorously from the
59. gine shut off switch for proper operation Push the start switch to start the engine As soon as the engine starts running push the engine stop switch to verify that the engine stops immediately Restart the engine and then pull the engine shut off cord to remove the clip from the engine shut off switch to ver ify that the engine stops immediately See pages 30 to 31 for information on proper op eration of the start switch the engine stop switch and the engine shut off switch 2 Sk 2 Engine stop switch 3 Engine shut off switch 4 Clip 5 Engine shut off cord 1 Start switch EJU32680 Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water comes out from the cooling water pilot outlet while the engine is running 53 and the watercraft is in the water See page 31 for more information EJU32710 Multifunction information center Check the multifunction information center for proper operation See page 36 for informa tion on proper operation of the multifunction information center EJU32740 Operation EWJ00510 Before operating your watercraft become familiar with all of the controls Consult a Yamaha dealer about any control or func tion that you do not fully understand Fail ure to understand how the controls work could cause an accident or prevent you from avoiding an accident ECJ00460 CAUTION Make sure that the stern drain plugs are tightened securely before launching the watercraft
60. hrottle Do not give a ride to children whose feet can not reach the floor of the footwell The pas sengers should hold on firmly either to the person in front of them or to the handgrip pro Operation vided and keep their feet on the floor of the footwell Never allow a passenger to ride in front of the operator EWJ00550 When passengers are on board make sure that they are holding on firmly and have their feet on the floor of the footwell before you start to accelerate When pulling a water skier the spotter should face to the rear while holding the handgrip with both hands The spotter should always sit astride the seat with both feet placed firmly on the floor of the footwell for proper balance Follow state laws regarding water skiing such as those for skier down flags rearward facing spotter and other requirements EJU33080 Starting the watercraft EWJ00710 e Scan constantly for people objects and other watercraft Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vi sion of others e Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft e Do not follow directly behind watercraft or other boats Do not go near others to spray or splash them with water Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that make it hard for others to avoid you or understand where you are going Avoid areas with submerged objects or shal low water e Take earl
61. ial risks for you Consider your particular riding conditions Consider factors such as your riding environment and your riding style and ability Also consider the likeli hood of traffic congestion and the water surface conditions If you decide to wear a helmet based upon your riding circumstances choose one carefully Look for a helmet designed for personal watercraft use if possible Con sider a helmet meeting Snell or DOT stan dards If you will be engaging in closed course competition follow the helmet re quirements of the sanctioning organization 12 A Safety information e NEVER operate the watercraft after con Always consult your doctor on whether it is suming alcohol or taking other drugs safe for you to ride this watercraft if you are pregnant or in poor health e Do not attempt to modify this watercraft Modifications to your watercraft may reduce safety and reliability and render the water craft unsafe or illegal for use e Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and keep it free from the handlebars so that the engine stops if you the operator fall off After riding remove the engine shut off cord from the watercraft to avoid acci e For reasons of safety and proper care of the dental starting or unauthorized use by chil watercraft always perform the pre opera dren or others tion checks listed on page 45 before operat ing the watercraft e The operator and passengers should al ways
62. ight hand or foot NOTE If the port left side of the capsized watercraft is tilting up push down on the gunwale so that the port left side is down before turning the watercraft clockwise ECJ00540 CAUTION Do not turn the watercraft over counter clockwise otherwise water can enter the engine which can result in severe dam age 3 Start the engine and operate the water craft to discharge any water remaining in the engine compartment If the engine does not start see Towing the water craft on page 87 or Submerged water craft on page 87 63 ECJ00550 CAUTION Do not operate the engine at full throttle for at least 1 minute after the engine has been restarted Excessive water in the bilge can splash into the engine which can result in severe damage NOTE To efficiently discharge water from the engine compartment operate the watercraft as straight as possible and above planing speed for at least 2 minutes EJU33250 Turning the watercraft Steering control depends on the combination of handlebar position and the amount of throt tle 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 creates thrust to move and steer the watercraft The higher the engine speed the more thrust pro duced The amount of jet thrust in addition to the po sition
63. ions in effect for the waters in which you will be operating The operator should be comfortable carrying passengers before attempting to pull a skier The following are some important consider ations for minimizing risks while water skiing e The skier should wear an approved PFD preferably a brightly colored one so boat operators can see the skier e The skier should wear protective clothing Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of falling into the water Normal swimwear does not adequately protect against forceful water entry into the rectum or vagina The skier should wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection e A second person should be on board as a spotter to watch the skier in most states it 17 is required by law Let the skier direct the operator s control of speed and direction with hand signals The spotter should sit astride the rear of the seat and hold onto the handgrip with both feet firmly on the floor of the footwell for proper balance while facing to the rear to watch the skiers hand signals and condi tion 1 Handgrip ae lt VAN 1 Handgrip Your control while pulling a water skier is affected by the skier s ability as well as wa ter and weather conditions When preparing to pull a skier operate the watercraft at the slowest possible speed until the watercraft is well away from the ski er and slack in the s
64. jet thrust nozzle 6 Run the engine at idling speed for about 3 minutes watching the engine condition If the engine stops while flushing turn the water supply off immediately and repeat the above steps 7 Turn the water supply off and then force the remaining water out of the cooling 68 Maintenance and care water passages by alternately squeezing and releasing the throttle lever for 10 to 15 seconds 8 Stop the engine 9 Remove the garden hose adapter and in stall the flushing hose connector cap EJU33610 s Lubrication EWJ00260 Do not spray flammable rust inhibitor products on engine surfaces while the en gine is hot The sprayed substance or pro pellants could catch fire 1 Remove the seat See page 28 for seat removal and installation procedures 2 Loosen the clamp screw and disconnect the air intake duct 1 Clamp screw 2 Air intake duct 69 3 Spray a rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Stor Rite Engine Fogging Oil into the in take opening for 3 seconds 1 Intake opening 4 Connect the air intake duct and tighten the clamp screw 5 Start the engine in a well ventilated area and let it run at idle for 15 seconds ECJ00160 CAUTION Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds otherwise the engine could over heat 6 Lubricate all cables such as the throttle and steering cables NOTE Use a Yamaha Power Cable Luber and Yamaha Lube Zall to pressure
65. ki rope is taken up A Safety information Make sure that the rope is not looped around anything After checking that the skier is ready and that there is no traffic or other obstacles ap ply enough throttle to raise the skier e Make smooth wide turns The watercraft is capable of very sharp turns which could ex ceed the abilities of the skier Keep the skier at least 50 m 150 ft about twice the dis tance of a standard ski rope from any po tential hazard e Be alert to the hazard of the ski rope handle snapping back at the watercraft when the skier falls or is unable to get up on the skis e Towing heavy or bulky objects other than skiers such as another boat or watercraft can cause loss of steering control and cre ate a hazardous condition If you must tow another boat in an emergency situation op erate slowly and cautiously EJU30960 Rules of the Road Your Yamaha watercraft is legally consid ered a powerboat Operation of the water craft must be in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the waterway on which it is used Just as there are rules that apply when you are driving on streets and highways there are waterway rules that apply when you are oper ating your watercraft These rules are used in ternationally and are also enforced by the United States Coast Guard and local agen cies You should be aware of these rules and follow them whenever you encounter another vessel on the water Se
66. le to the public Upon successful completion of 80 percent or better the user can request a certificate of comple tion by mail or can download one immediate ly The Online Boating Safety Course provided by the Boat US Foundation is ap proved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators NASBLA and recognized by the United States Coast Guard This course meets the education re quirement for those states that recognize non proctored NASBLA approved courses Yamaha is the watercraft industry s leading manufacturer to build awareness and support for boating education In 1997 Yamaha launched its GET W E T Watercraft Educa tion and Training initiative and has since reached out to over one million Americans promoting the benefits of boating education 22 A Safety information The Online Boating Safety Course aia Enjoy your watercraft http Awww boatus com onlinecourse responsibly 23 You share the areas you enjoy when riding your watercraft with others and with nature So your enjoyment includes a responsibility to treat these other people and the lands wa ters and wildlife with respect and courtesy Whenever and wherever you ride think of yourself as the guest of those around you Re member for example that the sound of your watercraft may be music to you but it could be just noise to others And the exciting splash of your wake can make waves others won t en joy Avoid riding close to sho
67. lubricate the cables and purge out any moisture between the inner and outer cables 7 Lubricate the areas of the watercraft specified in Lubrication points on page 78 EJU33660 Fuel system EWJ00280 GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE e Do not smoke when refueling and keep away from sparks flames and other sources of ignition e Stop the engine before refueling e Refuel in a well ventilated area with the watercraft in a horizontal position e Do not stand or sit on the watercraft while refueling in case of fire e Take care not to spill gasoline If gaso line spills wipe it up immediately with dry rags Always properly dispose of gasoline soaked rags e Avoid overfilling the fuel tank Stop fill ing when the fuel level reaches approxi mately 50 mm 2 in from the top of the fuel tank Fuel expands as it warms up and could overflow if the fuel tank has been overfilled If temporarily leaving the watercraft with a full fuel tank do not leave it in direct sunlight Leave it in a well ventilated area with the watercraft in a horizontal position e Tighten the fuel tank filler cap securely after refueling e If you should swallow some gasoline in hale a lot of gasoline vapor or get gaso line in your eyes get immediate medical attention e If any gasoline spills on your skin or clothing immediately wash the affected area with soap and water and change your clothes
68. me of the conditions that can adversely affect the life of many watercraft components 1 Remove the watercraft from the water 2 Wash down the hull handlebars and jet unit with fresh water 3 Remove the seat and check the engine compartment for water To drain excess water remove the stern drain plugs and then raise the bow of the watercraft enough to allow the water in the bilge to drain out S amp r a NOTE This watercraft is equipped with an automatic bilge draining system that removes water from the engine compartment while you are underway However some residual water will remain 4 Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi tion 5 Flush the cooling system to prevent it from clogging with salt sand or dirt See page 68 for flushing procedures 66 Operation 6 Drain residual water from the exhaust system by alternately squeezing and re leasing the throttle lever for 10 to 15 sec onds while the engine is running ECJ00560 CAUTION Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds otherwise the engine could over heat 7 If the watercraft will be stored for a week or more lubricate internal engine compo nents to help prevent corrosion See page 69 for lubrication procedures 8 Rinse the engine and engine compart ment with a small amount of water ECJ00570 CAUTION Do not use high pressure water when rins ing the engine or engine compartment as severe e
69. more information NOTE e If the cooling water passages are dry it will take about 60 seconds for the water to reach the outlet after the engine is started e Water discharge may not be constant at idle therefore open the throttle a little to check that water discharges properly EJU31260 Steering system Your watercraft can be steered by turning the handlebars in the direction you wish to travel 1 Handlebar 2 Jet thrust nozzle When the handlebars are turned the angle of the jet thrust nozzle is changed and the direc tion of the watercraft is changed accordingly Since the strength of the jet thrust determines the speed and degree of a turn throttle must always be applied when attempting a turn ex cept at trolling speed Features and functions This model is equipped with the Yamaha En gine Management System YEMS that in cludes an off throttle steering OTS system It will activate at planing speeds should you attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing the throttle lever The OTS system assists in turning by continuing to supply some thrust while the watercraft is decelerating but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handlebars The OTS system does not function below planing speeds or when the engine is off Once the engine slows down the watercraft will no longer turn in response to handlebar in put until you apply throttle again or you reach trolling speed
70. n PRI ID number loca tion PRI ILD MODEL FIK YAMAHA MOTOR MANUFACTURING CORPORATION OF AMERICA ASSEMBLED IN U S A FROM AMERICAN AND JAPANESE COMPONENTS ASSEMBLE AUX ETATS UNIS DE PIECES AMERICAINES ET JAPONAISES FIKI LT ETT TI EJU30300 Hull Identification Number HIN The HIN is stamped on a plate attached to the aft deck 1 Hull Identification Number HIN location US MAMUOUCOUOCOLLI EJU30310 Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on a plate attached to the engine unit 1 Engine serial number location YAMAHA M o EE YAMAHA MOTOR CO EDI MADE IN JAPAN PAYS D ORIGINE JAPON General and important labels EJU30350 Emission control information This engine conforms to 2007 U S Environ mental Protection Agency EPA and or Cali fornia Air Resources Board CARB regulations for marine SI engines This engine is certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline EJU30400 Approval label of emission control certificate This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head and to the inside of the engine compart ment 1 bam vat 1 Emission control information label location EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION MFI ENGINE FAMILY vio THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO __ CALIFORNIA AND U S EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI MARINE ENGINES REFER TO THE OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS
71. n in front of them or to the handgrip provid ed 1 Climb on board as noted in the previous section and sit astride the seat 60 Operation 2 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 3 Have the passengers move to the rear of the watercraft 4 Have a passenger board and sit astride the seat If a second passenger is board ing have him or her follow the same pro cedure NOTE When a passenger is boarding both the pas sengers and the operator should try to bal ance the watercraft 5 Check that the passengers have their feet on the floor of the footwell and are securely holding on to the person in front of them or to the handgrip provided Nev 61 er allow a passenger to ride in front of the operator 6 Start the engine look in all directions and then accelerate to planing speed EWJ00610 Before starting off make sure that there are no boats swimmers or obstacles around you NOTE The heavier the total weight of the operator and passengers the more difficult it will be to balance the watercraft Do not operate the watercraft when the total weight exceeds 240 kg 530 Ib including any cargo If it is difficult to balance the watercraft at a standstill pro ceed as follows 1 While the passengers are steadying the watercraft pull yourself up onto the boarding platform into a kneeling posi ti
72. ne off or keep engine at forced into body cavities as a result of falling into water or being near jet thrust nozzle Normal swinwear des not adequately protect against forceful water Vet Suit idle Water and or debris exiting jet thrust nozzle can cause severe injury entry into rectum or vagina All riders must wear a wet suit bottom or clothing Bottom KEEP AWAY FROM INTAKE GRATE while engine is on Items that provides equivalent protection See Owner s Manual such as long hair loose clothing or PFD straps can become entangled in moving parts resulting Footwear gloves and goggles glasses are recommended in severe injury or drowning FZ KNOW BOATING LAWS Yamaha Motor Co Ltd recommends a minimum operator age of 16 NEVER RIDE AFTER CONSUMING DRUGS EN years old Know the operator age and training requirements for your state A boating safety OR ALCOHOL course is recommended and may be required in your state ATTACH ENGINE SHUT OFF CORD LANYARD to wrist and keep it free from handlebars so that engine stops if operator falls off After riding remove cord from PWC to avoid unauthorized use by children or others READ AND FOLLOW OWNER S MANUAL AWARNING Collisions result in more INJURIES AND DEATHS than any other type of accident for personal watercraft PWC Jet Thrust Nozzle Intake Grate TO AVOID COLLISIONS SCAN CONSTANTLY for people objects and other watercraft Be alert for conditions tha
73. ngine break in esseere 54 Launching the watercraft 54 Starting the engine seee 54 Stopping the engine 00 56 Leaving the watercraft 0 005 56 Operating your watercraft 57 Getting to know your watercraft 57 Learning to operate your watercraft c cccceceecseeeeeeeeetees 57 Riding with passengers eee 58 Starting the watercraft 58 Boarding and starting in deep WAIST saciid ceases 59 Capsized watercraft cceee 62 Turning the watercraft 000 63 Stopping the watercraft 65 Beaching the watercraft 65 Docking the watercraft ee 65 Reverse on waterways for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 65 Table of contents Rough water operation 0 5 66 Consumer information 89 Post operation care 66 Limited warranty c ee 89 Transporting sesser 67 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE VEO Fetses aR 91 Maintenance and Care 68 Storage ia ee ny ewerentedtihinevtcteass 68 Flushing the cooling system 68 Lubricati Miian 69 Fuel system nsssssseeerneserscsrnrereerrren 69 Battery isin eieihvasteh ies 70 Cleaning the watercraft 0 00 70 Maintenance and adjustments 71 Owner s operator s manual and toOl Kites tceri nha 72 Periodic maintenance chart 73 Checking the fuel system 75 Engine
74. ngine damage could result 9 Wipe the engine and engine compart ment dry with a clean cloth repeat step 3 if necessary 10 Wipe the hull handlebars and jet unit dry with a clean cloth 11 Spray a rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant on me tallic parts to minimize corrosion 12 Allow the engine compartment to air dry completely before installing the seat 67 EJU33451 Transporting When transporting the watercraft on a trailer secure the tie downs to the trailer through the bow eye and stern eyes ECJ00621 CAUTION e Do not attach ropes or tie downs to any part of the watercraft other than the bow eye and stern eyes to secure the water craft to the trailer Otherwise the water craft may be damaged e Do not route ropes or tie downs over the seat as they may leave permanent marks on the seat s surface Also wrap the ropes or tie downs with towels or rags where they touch the body of the watercraft to avoid scratches or dam age e For VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Before putting the watercraft on the trail er or transporting it be sure to put the shift lever in the forward position other wise the reverse gate may hit an obsta cle which may cause damage EJU33490 Storage EWJ00330 Always place the watercraft upright in a horizontal position when storing it other wise fuel could leak out into the engine or engine compartment which could create a fire hazar
75. of the handlebars determines how sharply you turn A More throttle produces higher thrust so the watercraft will turn more sharply EF B Less throttle produces lower thrust so the watercraft will turn more gradually C Releasing the throttle lever completely produces only minimum thrust If you are traveling at speeds above trolling you will have rapidly decreasing ability to steer without throttle You may still have some turning ability immediately after releasing the throttle lever but once the engine slows down the watercraft will no longer respond to handlebar input until you ap ply throttle again or you reach trolling speed At trolling speed the watercraft can be turned gradually by handlebar position alone using just the amount of thrust available at idle Operation D Ifthe engine is stopped while riding there is no thrust The watercraft will go straight even though the handlebars are turned ae D E n T You need throttle to steer EWJ00770 e Do not release the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects you need throttle to steer A collision could result in severe injury or death e When operating at higher speeds make gradual turns or slow down before turn ing Sharp high speed turns may cause the watercraft to slide sideways or spin throwing the operator and passengers overboard which could cause an injury l This model is equipped with the Yamaha En
76. oil and oil filter 2 75 Air filter element ns 76 Checking the jet thrust nozzle angle ieira pdr 76 Checking the shift cable for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 76 Checking and adjusting the throttle Cable ic syccsel ers Meese a r 77 Cleaning and adjusting the spark PUGS iie onana aE 77 Lubrication points eeeeeeeeeee 78 Checking the battery ee 79 Fuel injection system eee 80 Specifications ccsscesseeeeeees 81 Specifications cccceeeeeeeee 81 Trouble recovery ccccesseeeeeeeeees 82 Troubleshooting ceecee 82 Troubleshooting chart ee 82 Emergency procedures 84 Cleaning the jet intake and IMpeller irie nei 84 Jumping the battery a a 85 Replacing the fuses n e 86 Towing the watercraft 2 87 Submerged watercraft 005 87 General and important labels EJU30260 Identification numbers Record the Primary Identification PRI ID number Hull Identification Number HIN and engine serial number in the spaces provided for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer Also record and keep these ID numbers in a separate place in case your watercraft is stolen EJU30281 Primary Identification PRI ID number The PRI ID number is stamped on a plate at tached inside the engine compartment MODEL VX1100 F VX VX1100C F VX Sport VX1100B F VX Deluxe VX1100A F VX Cruiser 1 Primary Identificatio
77. on and then move to the seat and sit astride to balance the watercraft 2 Have a passenger pull him or herself up onto the boarding platform into a kneeling position then move to the seat and sit astride to balance the watercraft Operation 6 Gradually increase the speed to balance the watercraft 3 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 4 Start the engine and keep it at idle 5 Have the second passenger pull him or herself up onto the boarding platform into a kneeling position then crawl onto the seat as the watercraft accelerates EJU33230 Capsized watercraft If the watercraft capsizes turn it over immedi ately Be sure to carefully follow the procedures be low to prevent injury or damage to the water craft EWJ00670 IMPROPER UPRIGHTING CAN CAUSE IN JURY e Be sure to shut the engine off by pulling on the engine shut off cord to remove the clip from the engine shut off switch e Do not put your hands in the intake grate ECJ00530 CAUTION If the watercraft capsizes release the throttle lever immediately Oil could flow into the air filter case and the engine could be damaged 1 Remove the clip from the engine shut off switch 2 Swim to the rear of the watercraft Pull the watercraft over with your left hand on the 62 Operation ride plate while pushing down on the gun wale with your r
78. ories which are not qualitatively equivalent to genuine Yamaha parts are not covered by the limited warranty Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any marine SI engine re pair establishment or individual Warranty repair however must be performed at an authorized Yamaha marine dealership EWJ00310 e Be sure to shut the engine off when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified otherwise an accident or inju ry could result from unexpected opera tion moving parts or electric shock If the owner is not familiar with watercraft servicing this work should be done by a Yamaha dealer Improperly serviced components could fail or stop operating correctly which could result in an acci dent e Modifications to this watercraft not ap proved by Yamaha may cause loss of performance or excessive noise and ex haust emissions or render it unsafe for use Consult a Yamaha dealer before at tempting any modifications NOTE A service manual is available for purchase through a Yamaha dealer for owners who have the mechanical skills tools and other equipment necessary to perform mainte nance not covered by this owner s operator s manual EJU33800 Owner s operator s manual and tool kit It is advisable to always carry the owner s op erator s manual and tool kit with you whenev er you use the watercraft For your convenience a storage com
79. other watercraft boats swimmers and obstacles The water current and wind can cause the watercraft to move and lead to a colli sion e When checking the engine oil level on land supply water to the cooling water passages See page 68 for procedures on supplying water e Make sure that the engine has enough oil but do not overfill it If there is too lit tle oil the engine can be damaged If there is too much oil the air filter can be come saturated with oil permanently damaging the filter and reducing engine performance Follow the checking pro cedure carefully e Make sure that debris and water do not enter the oil tank filler hole Debris and water in the engine oil can cause serious engine damage To check the engine oil level 1 Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi tion or launch the watercraft and then start the engine 2 Run the engine at trolling speed for 6 min utes or more and then stop the engine NOTE If the ambient temperature is 20 C 68 F or less warm up the engine for an additional 5 minutes 3 Remove the seat See page 28 for seat removal and installation procedures 4 Remove the oil tank filler cap wipe the dipstick clean and then screw the filler cap into the filler hole completely Re move the filler cap again and check that the engine oil level is between the mini mum level mark and maximum level mark on the dipstick 1 Oil tank filler
80. own until it latches securely For VX Deluxe VX Cruiser A removable beverage holder which includes a transmitter holder is provided in the glove compartment NOTE e Do not place beverages in the beverage holder when operating the watercraft 41 Features and functions e Keep the remote control transmitter in the transmitter holder when operating the wa tercraft 1 Beverage holder 2 Transmitter holder 42 Operation EJU31820 Fuel and oil This watercraft is equipped with a 4 stroke en gine Conventional 2 stroke engine oil cannot be used The engine utilizes an electronic fuel injection system to deliver the optimal air fuel ratio re quired by the engine By ensuring the optimal combustion conditions this system is able to increase startability and improve fuel econo my EJU31840 Gasoline EWJ00430 GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE e Do not smoke when refueling and keep away from sparks flames and other sources of ignition e Stop the engine before refueling e Refuel in a well ventilated area with the watercraft in a horizontal position e Do not stand or sit on the watercraft while refueling in case of fire e Take care not to spill gasoline If gaso line spills wipe it up immediately with dry rags Always properly dispose of gasoline soaked rags e Avoid overfilling the fuel tank Stop fill ing when the fuel level reaches approxi mately 50 mm 2 in
81. partment is pro vided on the watercraft for the manual and tool kit 1 Storage compartment NOTE To protect these materials from water dam age it would be a good idea to put them ina waterproof bag If your owner s operator s manual is damaged order a replacement from a Yamaha dealer The service information included in this man ual is intended to provide you the owner with the necessary information for completing your own preventive maintenance and minor re Maintenance and care pairs The tools provided in the tool kit are suf ficient for this purpose except that a torque wrench may also be necessary to tighten nuts and bolts Tool bag Screwdriver 16 mm box wrench 10 12 mm box wrench Pliers Open end wrench Garden hose adapter NO of WD 72 Maintenance and care EJU33820 Periodic maintenance chart The following chart gives general guidelines for periodic maintenance However maintenance may need to be performed more frequently depending on your operating conditions This mark indicates maintenance that you may do yourself This mark indicates work to be done by a Yamaha dealer Operation Initial Thereafter every 50 hours 100 hours 100 hours 200 hours 6 months 12 months 12 months 24 months Spark plugs Check clean adjust Lubrication points Lubricate O O Fuel system Check O O Fu
82. pective of being entered from seaward the boater is going towards the harbor Red buoys are passed on your starboard right side when proceeding from open water into the harbor and black buoys are to your port left side An easy way to remember the meaning of the colors is the phrase red right returning When navigating out of the harbor your posi tion with respect to the buoys should be re versed red buoys should be to port and black buoys to starboard 20 A Safety information Many bodies of water used by boaters are en tirely within the boundaries of a particular state The Uniform State Waterway Marking System has been devised for these waters This system uses buoys and signs with dis tinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory COLOR CODE E BLACK O AY A Proceeding toward head of navigation from seaward CAN BUOY Odd number Leave to port NUN BUOY Even number Leave to starboard No change 21 V A GREEN or advisory information These markers are white with black letters and orange borders They signify speed zones restricted areas danger areas and general information MAIN CHANNEL BUOYS ngenge gn ne LIGHTED BUOY Port Hand Odd number increasing toward head of naviga tion Leave to port left proceeding upstream White Light Green Light OR old new none ge ge 0 LIGHTED BUOY Starboard Hand Even number increasing toward head of naviga tion Lea
83. people behind you before shifting into reverse e Do not touch the reverse gate while the shift lever is being operated otherwise you could be pinched EJU32650 Jet intake Carefully check the jet intake for weeds de bris or anything else that might restrict the in take of water If the jet intake is clogged cavitation could occur reducing jet thrust and possibly damaging the jet pump In some cases the engine may overheat be cause of lack of cooling water and damage to the engine could result Cooling water is fed to the engine by the jet pump See page 84 for jet intake cleaning procedures EWJ00470 e Keep away from the intake grate while the engine is on Items such as long hair loose clothing or PFD straps can be come entangled in moving parts result ing in severe injury or drowning e Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch before removing any debris or weeds which Operation may have collected around the jet in take EJU32660 Engine shut off cord Check that the engine shut off cord is not frayed or broken If the cord is damaged re place it never try to repair it or tie it together 52 Operation EJU32670 Switches ECJ00410 CAUTION Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds when checking the switches on land without supplying water otherwise the engine could overheat Check the start switch the engine stop switch and the en
84. possibility of ad verse weather Take note of weather fore casts and the prevailing weather conditions before setting out on your watercraft e As with any water sport you should not op erate your watercraft without someone else nearby If you operate further than swim ming distance from shore you should be Follow navigation rules and state provin accompanied by another boat or watercraft cial and local laws that apply to watercraft but make sure you stay a safe distance away It s good common sense e Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise you increase your chance of hitting a submerged object which could result in injury e This watercraft is not equipped with lighting required for night operation Do not operate the watercraft after sunset or before dawn otherwise you increase the risk of colliding 11 A Safety information EJU30811 Operation requirements e All riders must wear a U S Coast Guard USCG approved personal flotation device PFD that is suitable for personal water craft use e Wear protective clothing Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of falling into the water or being near the jet thrust nozzle Normal swimwear does not adequately pro tect against forceful water entry into the rec tum or vagina All riders must wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection Such clothing
85. provides you with specific coverage and notes your responsibilities in maintaining and operating your watercraft Please take the time to read and become familiar with this warranty PERIOD OF WARRANTY Any new Yamaha watercraft purchased for pleasure use from an authorized Yamaha dealer in the United States will be warranted against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one 1 year from date of purchase subject to exclusions noted herein Any Yamaha Watercraft purchased and utilized for commercial applications will be warranted for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of purchase subject to exclusions noted herein Replacement parts used in warranty repairs will be war ranted for the balance of the applicable warranty period The warranty described here applies to watercrafts purchased and registered for use in the United States only For warranty provisions outside the United States contact the particular country s local Yamaha distributor OBTAINING REPAIRS UNDER WARRANTY During the period of warranty any authorized Yamaha dealer will free of charge repair or replace at Yamaha s option any parts adjudged defective by Yamaha due to faulty workmanship or material from the factory All parts replaced under warranty will become the property of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A CUSTOMER S RESPONSIBILITY Under the terms of this warranty the customer will be responsible for ensuring that the watercraft is properly operate
86. purchase If you should move after you have purchased your new watercraft please advise us of your new address by sending a postcard listing your Yamaha model name engine number dealer number or dealer s name as it is shown on your warranty card your name and new mailing address Mail to YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A P O Box 6555 Cypress California 90630 Attention Warranty Department This will ensure that Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A has an up to date registration record in accordance with federal law 90 Consumer information EJU34800 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S Keep your Yamaha protected even after your warranty expires with genuine Yamaha Extended Service Y E S e Y E S is designed and administered by Yamaha Motor Corporation to provide maximum owner satisfaction You get uninterrupted factory backed coverage for extra peace of mind e Y E S is flexible You choose the plan that is right for you 12 months 24 months 36 months or on four stroke models 48 months beyond your warranty period e Y E S is designed and administered by the same Yamaha people who handle your warranty and it shows in the comprehensive coverage benefits There are no mileage limitations Cover age is not limited to moving parts or the drive train like many other plans And Y E S covers manufacturing defects just like the warranty See the sample contract at your Yamaha dealer to see how comforting uninter
87. r NOTE The fuel level is most accurate when the wa tercraft is sitting level on a trailer or in the wa ter EJU31550 Hour meter voltmeter 1 Select button NOTE To switch the display between the hour meter and the voltmeter push the select button for at least 1 second after the meter is displayed for more than 10 seconds Hour meter The hour meter is provided to make it easy to follow the maintenance schedule 37 The meter shows the hours of engine opera tion that have elapsed since the watercraft was new Voltmeter The voltmeter is provided to display the volt age of the battery When the battery voltage is normal the volt meter displays approximately 12 volts If the battery voltage is less than 8 0 volts LO is displayed on the voltmeter and if the voltage is above 18 1 volts HI is displayed on the voltmeter If HI or LO is displayed return to shore and if necessary have a Yamaha dealer check the charging system and the battery EJU31560 Fuel level warning indicator If the fuel remaining in the fuel tank drops to about 13 L 3 4 US gal 2 9 Imp gal the low est two fuel level segments the fuel level warning indicator and the WARNING light begin to blink The buzzer also starts sound ing intermittently If this occurs refill the fuel tank as soon as possible The warning signals will be cleared when the engine is restarted after the fuel t
88. r VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Reverse can be used for slow speed maneu vering when it is necessary to back up out of tight spots where you cannot turn around Re verse can be used to slow down or stop only during slow speed maneuvering such as when docking Once the engine is idling shift into reverse and gradually increase engine speed Make sure that there are no obstacles or people be hind you before shifting into reverse EJU33350 Rough water operation The force of landing after jumping can cause a strong impact on both the watercraft and the operator and passengers It is possible for the operator to hit his or her chest or jaw on the watercraft or handlebars and be injured The passengers could also impact the watercraft and be injured Do not operate the watercraft with your chin right above the handlebars In addition the operator and passengers should keep their feet on the floor of the footwell Operating in rough water or jumping waves can also crack the watercraft hull and deck and damage internal parts Avoid operating in rough water or bad weather conditions Operation EJU33410 Post operation care To keep your watercraft in top shape always take it out of the water after using it and per form the following procedures Leaving the watercraft in the water for extended periods will accelerate the rate of normal deterioration of the jet unit components and hull finish Ma rine organisms and corrosion are so
89. reline homes and wa terfowl nesting areas or other wildlife areas and keep a respectful distance from fisher men other boats swimmers and populated beaches When travel in areas like these is unavoidable ride slowly and obey all laws Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure that the exhaust emission and sound levels of your watercraft will continue to be within regu lated limits You have the responsibility to make sure that the recommended mainte nance in this owner s operator s manual is carried out Remember pollution can be harmful to the environment Do not refuel or add oil where a spill could cause damage to nature Remove your watercraft from the water and move it away from the shoreline before refueling And keep your surroundings pleasant for the peo ple and wildlife that share the waterways don t litter When you ride responsibly with respect and courtesy for others you help ensure that our waterways stay open for the enjoyment of a variety of recreational opportunities Features and functions EJU31010 Location of main components Front view 1 Handlebars 2 Seat 3 Footwell 4 Sponsons 5 Gunwale 6 Cooling water pilot outlet 7 Fuel tank filler cap 8 Bow eye 9 Hood 24 Features and functions Rear view 1 Stern eyes 2 Intake grate 3 Reverse gate for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 4 Ride plate 5 Jet thrust nozzle 6 Speed sensor 7 Stern drain plugs 8 Cleat 9 Handgrip
90. rial nUMbET seeen 1 Engine shut off cord 52 Engine shut off switch eeen 30 Engine stop switch seeen 30 Enjoy your watercraft responsibly 23 Filling the fuel tank seese 44 Fire extinguisher 50 Flushing the cooling system 68 Front storage compartment 40 Fuel and Oilani pin aei Tinni 43 Fuel injection system 80 Fuel levels eis a e eet ate eed 47 Fuel level meter cceeccceeseeeeeeeeeetes 36 Fuel level warning indicator 37 Fuel System isss enlist 69 Fuel system checking 75 Fuel tanks nirien Archana tains 75 Fuel tank filler Cap eeen 29 FUSES replacing 86 G Gasohol mstr iea a tae adie 43 GaSOliNG cn E e aia esia 43 Getting to know your watercraft 57 Glove compartment 41 H Handgrip sonses ait aein 33 Hazard information ee 15 Ho dis n ee ei 28 Hour meter voltmeter ccceeeeeeeeees 37 Hull and deck eeseeseseeeeesneeeeeneeeeeneees 47 Hull Identification Number HIN 065 1 l Identification NUM ETS seeeeeeeeenen 1 Important labels 4 J Jetintake taie e thee 52 Jet intake and impeller cleaning 84 Jet thrust nozzle angle checking 76 Jumper cables connecting ee 85 L Labels Other iiris annin aen 7 Labels warning 2 ccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeees 5 Launching the watercraft eee 54 Learning to operate your watercraft 57 Leaving the watercraft eee 56 Limit
91. rly action to avoid collisions Re member watercraft and other boats do not have brakes e Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft to give you time to stop e Do not shut the engine off when slowing down in case you need engine power to Bi 65 steer away from a boat or other obstacle that comes into your path e For VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control be ejected or impact the handlebars EJU35960 Beaching the watercraft 1 Make sure that there are no boats swim mers or obstacles near the beach Re lease the throttle lever about 100 m 330 ft before you reach the intended beach ing area 2 Approach the beach slowly and stop the engine before reaching land Remember you need throttle to steer 3 Get off the watercraft and pull it up on the beach ECJ00490 CAUTION Small pebbles sand seaweed and other debris can be sucked into the jet intake and impair or damage the impeller Always stop the engine and get off the watercraft before beaching it EJU36060 Docking the watercraft 1 Make sure that there are no boats swim mers or obstacles near the watercraft Reduce speed about 100 m 330 ft away from the dock 2 Slowly approach the dock and stop the engine just before coming alongside it EJU33320 Reverse on waterways fo
92. rupted factory backed protection can be e You do not have to pay anything for covered repairs There is no deductible to pay and repairs are not pro rated You do not have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs e In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is included at no extra cost TRIP gives you up to 150 reimbursement per occurrence for any reasonable expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service replacement vehicle rental emergency towing phone calls even food and lodging when you are away from home This superb cover age goes into effect when you purchase Y E S so it applies to any warranty repairs as well as covered repairs during your entire Y E S plan period e Y E S coverage is honored at any authorized Yamaha dealer nationwide e Y E S coverage is transferable to a new owner if you sell or trade in That can make your Yamaha much more valuable This excellent Y E S plan coverage is only available to Yamaha owners like you and only while your Yamaha is still within the Yamaha Limited Warranty period So visit your authorized Yamaha dealer to get all the facts He can show you how easy it is to protect your investment with Yamaha Extended Service We urge you to act now You will get the excellent benefits of TRIP coverage right away and you will rest easy knowing you will have strong factory backed protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A
93. some examples of abnormal strain neglect or abuse A These terms are general and overlap each other in areas Specific examples include Running the watercraft out of oil operating the machine with a broken or damaged part which causes another part to fail and so on If you have any specific questions on operation or maintenance please contact your Yamaha dealer for advice Q Does the warranty cover incidental costs such as transportation due to a failure A No The warranty is limited to repair of the watercraft itself Q May I perform any or all of the recommended maintenance shown in the Owner s Operator s Manual instead of having the dealer do them A Yes if you are a qualified mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner s Operator s and Service Manual We do rec ommend however that items requiring special or equipment be done by a Yamaha dealer Q Will the warranty be void or cancelled if do not operate or maintain my new watercraft exactly as specified in the Owner s Opera tor s Manual A No The warranty on a new watercraft cannot be voided or cancelled However if a particular failure is caused by operation or maintenance other than as shown in the Owner s Operator s Manual that failure may not be covered under warranty What responsibility does my dealer have under this warranty Each Yamaha dealer is expected to 1 Completely set up each new watercraft before sale 2
94. special note If visiting your dealer is not convenient contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number your Owner s Manual shows you where to find this number We will be happy to help you get the Y E S coverage you need Yamaha Service Marketing Y P O Box 6555 Cypress CA 90630 A 4065 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE 91 A Air filter element 0 0 eeeeeesseeeeeneeeeeneees 76 Approval label of emission control Certificate ieni nan das 2 B Batley handed 49 70 Battery checking 79 Battery JUMPING es eeeeeeeeeeseeeeneeeeeees 85 Beaching the watercraft eee 65 Bilge nern ein aa i 48 Boarding alone sseeeeeereerrernn 60 Boarding and starting from a dock 59 Boarding and starting in deep water 59 Boarding and starting in shallow water 59 Boarding with passengers 60 BOW CY 6 ic aas iaa 33 Cc Capsized watercraft eceeceeeeeeeeeees 62 Check engine warning indicator 39 Cleaning the watercraft eeeeeeee 70 Cooling water pilot outlet 31 53 Cruising limitations eee eee 10 D Docking the watercraft eters 65 E Emergency procedures cceeeee 84 Emission control information 006 2 Engine break in eener 54 Engine compartment 47 Engine oil meenesi ae 44 Engine oil and oil filter eee 75 Engine oil level eeseceeseeeeeseeeeeteee 47 Engine overheat warning indicator 38 Engine se
95. t meet the Air Resources Board s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003 2008 ex haust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 65 lower emissions than One Star Low Emission engines Four Stars Super Ultra Low Emission The four star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2009 exhaust emission standards Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engines may also comply with these standards Engines meeting these standards have 90 lower emissions than One Star Low Emission engines General and important labels EJU30450 Important labels VX VX Sport 3 General and important labels EJU35910 Warning labels 1 L A WARNING ay To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH WEAR A PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE PFD RIDE WITHIN YOUR LIMITS AND AVOID AGGRESSIVE MANEUVERS to reduce the risk of loss of control N PR PFD ejection and collision This is a high performance hoat not a toy Sharp turns or jumping wake EAA Guard approved PFD that is suitable for personal or waves can increase the risk of back Spinal injury paralysis facial injuries and broken legs ankles and other bones Do not jump wakes or waves EAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHS Serre itera nares ca occa N waker ls DO NOT APPLY THROTTLE WHEN ANYONE IS AT REAR OF PWC turn engi
96. t limit your visibility or block et f J your vision of others S _2 mw OPERATE DEFENSIVELY at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft A ii Do not follow directly behind PWCs or other boats Do not go near others to spray or splash them with water Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that make it hard for others to avoid you or understand where you are going Avoid areas with submerged objects or shallow water TAKE EARLY ACTION to avoid collisions Remember PWCs and other boats do not have brakes DO NOT RELEASE THROTTLE WHEN TRYING TO STEER away from objects you need throttle to steer Always check throttle and steering controls for proper operation before starting PWC Follow navigation rules and state province and local laws that apply to PWCs See Owner s Manual for more information YAMAHA A aun AWARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive A fire or explosion could cause severe injury or death Shut engine off Refuel in well ventilated area away from flames or sparks Do not smoke Avoid spilling gasoline Wipe up spilled gasoline immediately Remove all seats to ventilate fuel vapors from engine compartment before starting engine Do not start engine if there is a fuel leak or a loose electrical connection REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY F1B U415B 02 F1S U415B 01 General and important labels A WARNING Severe internal injuries can occur if w
97. t to strong shocks or place any heavy items on it Use a soft dry cloth to clean the trans mitter Do not use detergent alcohol or other chemicals e If the remote control transmitter needs a new battery or is not operating properly contact a Yamaha dealer Do not attempt to replace the battery yourself 1 Transmitter holder NOTE While the engine is running input from the re mote control transmitter is not received This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including in terference that may cause undesired opera tion ECJ00030 CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authori ty to operate the remote control transmit ter Features and functions EJU31150 Engine stop switch Push the engine stop switch red button to stop the engine normally 1 Engine stop switch EJU31160 Engine shut off switch Insert the clip on the end of the engine shut off cord under the engine shut off switch black button The engine will stop automati cally when the clip is removed from the switch such as if the operator falls off the wa tercraft 1 Clip 2 Engine shut off cord 3 Engine shut off switch EWJ00010 e Always attach the engine shut off cord
98. ter in the cylinders has been ex pelled 6 Spray a rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Stor Rite Engine Fogging Oil into each spark plug hole for 5 seconds 7 Crank the engine for 5 seconds at wide open throttle Repeat this step several times 8 Install the spark plugs and then connect the spark plug caps and fuel injector cou plers ECJ00780 CAUTION Do not start the engine even after complet ing the previous steps Any water remain ing in the engine could cause serious engine damage 9 Have the watercraft inspected by a Yamaha dealer as soon as possible ECJ00790 CAUTION Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer inspect the watercraft Otherwise serious engine damage could result Trouble recovery 88 Consumer information EJU34780 Limited warranty YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A WATERCRAFT LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation is proud of its heritage and reputation for producing products with high standards of quality and workman ship Product excellence provides the cornerstone for our commitment to customer satisfaction The Yamaha Watercraft Limited War ranty is your assurance of this commitment This warranty provides you with protection against the expense of repairs for your watercraft that are required as a result of defects in materials or workmanship When maintained and utilized in the prescribed manner you can count on your Yamaha watercraft to pro vide reliable service This warranty
99. tercraft should only be towed in an emergency e The towline should be long enough so that the watercraft will not collide with the towing boat when slowing down A good rule of thumb is a towline that is three times the combined length of the towing boat and the watercraft e The operator of the towing boat must keep speed to a minimum and avoid traf fic or obstacles which could be a hazard to the rider on the watercraft EJU35270 Submerged watercraft If the watercraft is submerged or flooded with water follow the procedure below and consult a Yamaha dealer as soon as possible Failure to do so could result in serious engine dam age In an emergency 1 Beach the watercraft and remove the stern drain plugs to drain the water from the engine compartment See page 48 for more information Remove the stor age compartment drain plugs to drain the water from the storage compartments 2 Install the stern drain plugs and storage compartment drain plugs 3 Disconnect the spark plug caps and then remove the spark plugs ECJ00760 CAUTION Do not connect the spark plugs to the spark plug caps 4 Disconnect the fuel injector couplers ECJ00770 CAUTION Cover the disconnected fuel injector cou plers so that they do not get wet If the cou plers get wet they could corrode which could lead to poor connections 5 Crank the engine for 5 seconds at wide open throttle Repeat this step until all of the wa
100. the machine operator passengers a bystand er or a person inspecting or repairing the watercraft ECJ00090 CAUTION A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the watercraft NOTE A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer EJU30220 WaveRunner VX VX Sport VX Deluxe VX Cruiser OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL 2006 by Yamaha Motor Corporation USA 1st Edition July 2006 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation USA is expressly prohibited Printed in USA P N LIT 18626 06 86 Table of contents General and important labels 1 Identification numbers 05 1 Primary Identification PRI ID MUMDON aa shar cers aari 1 Hull Identification Number HIN 1 Engine serial number ssec 1 Emission control information 2 Approval label of emission control certificate 2 eeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeeteeeeee 2 Manufactured date label 2 Star labels s i 2 Important labels 0 0 0 0 eee 4 Warning labels eee 5 Other labelS 2e ssokn rst ap 7 Safety information csccssseeeeee 9 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft 2 0 0 2 9 Cruising limitations 0 0 06 10 Operation requirements 12 Recommended equipment 14 Hazard information sssaaa 15 Watercraft characteristics
101. tion control activated Add oil Spark plug Fouled or defective Replace Incorrect heat range Replace Gap incorrect Adjust Loose Spark plug caps Connect properly Electrical wir Loose connection ing Tighten or connect properly Fuel Stale or contaminat ed Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Air filter Clogged or oil buildup Have serviced by Yamaha dealer EJU34620 Emergency procedures EJU34630 Cleaning the jet intake and impeller If weeds or debris get caught in the jet intake or impeller cavitation can occur causing jet thrust to decrease even though engine speed rises If this condition is allowed to continue the engine will overheat and may seize If there is any sign that the jet intake or impeller is clogged with weeds or debris return to shore and check the intake and impeller Al ways stop the engine before beaching the wa tercraft EwJ00780 Before attempting to remove weeds or de bris from the jet intake or impeller area shut the engine off and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch Severe in jury or death could result from coming in Trouble recovery contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump ECJ00650 CAUTION If weeds or debris get caught in the jet in take do not operate the watercraft above trolling speed until they have been re moved 1 Turn the watercraft on its side as shown
102. tle lever Check the throttle lever for proper operation Squeeze and release the throttle lever several times to make sure that there is no hesitation in its travel It should be smooth over the com plete range and spring back to the idle posi tion when released EWJ00490 Before starting the engine always check the operation of the throttle lever EJU32600 Steering system Check the handlebars for looseness Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the right and left to make sure that operation is smooth and unrestricted throughout the 50 Operation whole range Also make sure that the jet thrust nozzle moves as the handlebars are turned and that there is no free play between the handlebars and the jet thrust nozzle Also make sure that the reverse gate goes up completely when the shift lever is pushed down EJU32630 Shift lever and reverse gate for VX De luxe VX Cruiser Check the shift lever and reverse gate for proper operation Make sure that the reverse gate goes down completely when the shift lever is pulled up 51 EWJ00480 e Make sure that the throttle lever is com pletely released and that the engine is at idle before shifting into reverse e Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control be ejected or impact the handlebars e Use reverse for slow speed maneuver ing only e Make sure that there are no obstacles or
103. ulator when removing or installing a spark plug A damaged insulator could allow sparks to escape which could result in a fire or ex plosion 5 Install the seat EJU34421 Lubrication points To keep moving parts sliding or rotating smoothly coat them with water resistant grease Recommended water resistant grease Yamaha Marine Grease Yamaha Grease A Maintenance and care e Throttle cable handlebar end Loosen the adjuster and disconnect the outer cable from the bracket Spray a rust inhibitor into the outer cable Connect the outer cable and then adjust the throttle ca ble free play See page 77 for adjustment procedures 1 Adjuster e Steering cable handlebar end e Steering cable jet thrust nozzle end e Jet thrust nozzle pivot shaft 78 Maintenance and care e For VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Shift cable reverse gate end EJU34450 Checking the battery Check the level of the battery electrolyte and make sure that the negative and positive battery leads are tightened securely EWJ00790 Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan gerous causing severe burns etc Elec trolyte contains sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Antidotes External Flush with water Internal Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magnesia beaten egg or vegetable oil Call a physician im mediately Eyes Flush with water for 15 minutes and
104. urdy and snug fitting apparel such as den im but does not include spandex or similar fabrics like those used in bicycle shorts A full wetsuit can also protect against hypothermia subnormal body temperature and abra sions Footwear and gloves are recommended Eye protection is recommended to keep wind water and glare from the sun out of your eyes while you operate your watercraft Restraining straps for eyewear are made which are de signed to float should your eyewear fall in the water You should grip the handlebars firmly and keep both feet on the floor of the footwell Do not attempt to ride with passengers until your operating skills are fully developed EJU33050 Riding with passengers When 2 or 3 persons including the operator are on board the watercraft handles different ly and is not as easy to maneuver so operat ing it requires a higher degree of skill Before attempting to operate the watercraft with pas sengers on board the operator must practice operating the watercraft alone enough to be able to acquire the necessary skills The passengers must always wear a U S Coast Guard approved PFD and a wetsuit bottom or equivalent EWJ00540 Do not apply throttle when anyone is at the rear of the watercraft Turn the engine off or keep it at idle Water and or debris exit ing the jet thrust nozzle can cause severe injury Passengers should not attempt to board the watercraft if the operator is ap plying t
105. uxe VX Cruiser ceee 34 Yamaha Security System lock and unlock modes for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser 34 YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION USA Printed in USA August 2006 4 2 x 1 CR
106. ve the spark plug cap ECJ00210 CAUTION Do not use any tools to remove or install the spark plug cap otherwise the ignition coil coupler could be damaged The spark plug cap may be difficult to remove be cause the rubber seal on the end of the cap fits tightly To remove the spark plug cap simply twist it back and forth while pulling it up to install it twist it back and forth while pushing it down 3 Remove the spark plug Measure the spark plug gap with a wire thickness gauge Replace the spark plug or adjust the gap to specification if neces sary 1 Spark plug gap Spark plug gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in To install a spark plug 1 Clean the gasket surface 2 Wipe any dirt from the threads of the spark plug 3 Install the spark plug and then tighten it to the specified torque Spark plug tightening torque 12 5 Nm 9 2 ft lb 1 27 kgf m 4 Install the spark plug cap NOTE e Wipe off any water on the spark plug or in side the spark plug cap before installing the cap Push the spark plug cap down until it is securely installed e If a torque wrench is not available when you are installing a spark plug a good estimate of the correct torque is 1 4 turn to 1 2 turn past finger tight using the spark plug wrench included in the tool kit Have the spark plug adjusted to the correct torque with a torque wrench as soon as possible EWJ00350 Be careful not to damage the ins
107. ve to starboard right proceeding up stream a White Light Red Light p 0 LIGHTED SAFE WATER BUOY No number Marks midchannel pass on either side Letter has no lateral significance used for identification and location purposes Top Mark White Light White Light OR old o aie RG L 6 6 LIGHTED PREFERRED CHANNEL TO PORT BUOY No number Topmost band red preferred channel is to left of buoy Letter has no lateral significance used for identification and location purposes Red or White Light Red Light old new A Safety information Remember markings may vary by geograph ic location Always consult local boating au thorities before riding your watercraft in unfamiliar waters EJU30980 To get more boating safety information Be informed about boating safety Additional publications and information can be obtained from many organizations including the follow ing United States Coast Guard Consumer Affairs Staff G BC Office of Boating Public and Consumer Af fairs U S Coast Guard Headquarters Washington D C 20593 0001 Boating Safety Hotline 1 800 368 5647 Other sources You can find local rules by contacting the Na tional Association of State Boating Law Ad ministrators or your local Power Squadron Watercraft Education and Training The Online Boating Safety Course available through the watercraft section of the yamaha motor com website is a free 50 question learning course availab
108. veral sets of rules prevail according to geo graphic location but are all basically the same as the International Rules of the Road The rules presented here in this owner s opera tors manual are condensed and have been provided for your convenience only Consult your local U S Coast Guard Auxiliary or De partment of Motor Vehicles for a complete set of rules governing the waters in which you will be operating your watercraft Steering and sailing rules Whenever two vessels on the water meet one another one vessel has the right of way it is called the stand on vessel The vessel that does not have the right of way is called the give way or burdened vessel These rules determine which vessel has the right of way and what each vessel should do Stand on vessel The vessel with the right of way has the duty to continue its course and speed except to avoid an immediate collision When you main tain your direction and speed the other vessel will be able to determine how best to avoid you 18 A Safety information Give way vessel The vessel which does not have the right of way has the duty to take positive and timely action to stay out of the way of the stand on vessel Normally you should not cross in front of the vessel with the right of way You should slow down or change directions briefly and pass behind the other vessel You should al ways move in such a way that the operator of the other vessel can s
109. wipe the bilge with dry rags to make sure that it is thoroughly dry 4 Install the stern drain plugs ECJ00360 CAUTION e Before installing the stern drain plugs clean the drain plug threads to remove any foreign materials such as dirt or sand Otherwise the stern drain plugs could be damaged allowing water to en ter the engine compartment e Make sure that the stern drain plugs are tightened securely before launching the watercraft Otherwise water may flood the engine compartment and cause the watercraft to submerge EJU32470 Stern drain plugs Check the stern drain plugs for proper instal lation YS gt ECJ00360 CAUTION e Before installing the stern drain plugs clean the drain plug threads to remove any foreign materials such as dirt or sand Otherwise the stern drain plugs 49 could be damaged allowing water to en ter the engine compartment e Make sure that the stern drain plugs are tightened securely before launching the watercraft Otherwise water may flood the engine compartment and cause the watercraft to submerge EJU32480 Battery Check the battery condition and the electro lyte level Check that the battery leads are tightened se curely and that there is no corrosion on the battery terminals 1 Positive battery terminal Red lead 2 Negative battery terminal Black lead 3 Breather hose EWJ00450 e The battery must always be fully charge
110. y action to avoid collisions Re member watercraft and other boats do not have brakes Do not release the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects you need throttle to steer 58 Operation e Practice reboarding in shallow water be fore riding in deep water EJU33090 Boarding and starting in shallow water 1 Launch the watercraft in water free from weeds and debris and at least 60 cm 2 ft deep EWJ00640 Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise you increase your chance of hitting a submerged ob ject which could result in injury ECJ00500 CAUTION Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise pebbles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake caus ing impeller damage and engine overheat ing 59 2 Board the watercraft from the side or the rear 3 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 4 Grip the handlebars with both hands place both feet on the floor of the footwell start the engine and then look in all direc tions before starting off EJU33110 Boarding and starting from a dock 1 Board the watercraft from the side 2 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 3 Push the watercraft away from the dock grip the handlebars with both hands place both feet on the floor of th
111. your own refer to the ser vice manual for this watercraft NOTE Dispose of used oil according to local regula tions Recommended engine oil See page 44 Oil quantity With oil filter replacement 2 2 L 2 33 US qt 1 94 Imp qt Without oil filter replacement 2 0 L 2 11 US qt 1 76 Imp qt Total amount 4 3 L 4 55 US qt 3 78 Imp qt ECJ00190 CAUTION If oil is leaking or the oil pressure warning indicator comes on when the engine is running immediately shut the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the wa tercraft Continuing to operate the engine under such conditions could cause severe engine damage EJU34310 Air filter element Have a Yamaha dealer check and clean or re place the air filter element every 12 months or every 100 hours of operation EJU34320 Checking the jet thrust nozzle angle Check the handlebars and jet thrust nozzle for smooth operation Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the right and left and check that the difference of distances A and B between the jet thrust noz zle and the nozzle is within specification Maintenance and care Difference of A and B Maximum 5 mm 0 20 in If the steering is stiff or misadjusted have a Yamaha dealer service it EJU34350 Checking the shift cable for VX Deluxe VX Cruiser Place the shift lever in the reverse position Make sure that the reverse gate makes con tact with the stopper 1 Stopper 76

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