User manual YAMAHA SUPERJET-2002

[. . . ] 2002 SuperJet 700 OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S MANUAL U. S. A. Edition READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION! LIT-18626-04-77 E EJU00989 To the owner/operator Thank you for choosing a Yamaha watercraft. This Owner's/Operator's Manual contains information you will need for proper operation, maintenance, and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha. [. . . ] Always stop the engine and get off before beaching the watercraft. @ EJU01295 Rough water operation The force of landing after jumping can cause a strong impact on both the watercraft and the operator. It is possible for the operator to hit his or her chest or jaw on the watercraft body or handlebars and be injured. Do not operate the watercraft with your chin right above the handlebars or with your feet outside the watercraft. Operating in rough water or jumping waves can also crack the watercraft body or damage internal parts. Avoid operating in rough water or bad weather conditions. 3-30 E EJU01296 Post-operation checks Always perform the following post-operation checks after operating the watercraft. Wash down the hull, steering pole, handlebars, and jet unit with fresh water. Remove the hood and check the engine compartment for water. To drain excess water, turn the watercraft on its port (left) side. If necessary, turn the watercraft upside down to drain water completely. CAUTION: @ G G G Place a suitable clean cloth or carpeting underneath the watercraft to protect it from abrasions and scratches. Always turn the watercraft over onto its port (left) side. When turning the watercraft onto its side or inverting it, support the bow and secure the steering pole, otherwise the steering pole and handlebars could be bent or damaged. @ 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. Put the watercraft in a horizontal position. Flush the cooling system to prevent it from clogging with salt, sand, or dirt. (See pages 4-1 to 4-2 for flushing the cooling system procedures. ) 6. Drain residual water from the exhaust system by alternately squeezing and releasing the throttle lever for 10 to 15 seconds while the engine is running. 3-31 E CAUTION: @ Do not run the engine at full throttle or for more than 15 seconds on land, otherwise the engine may overheat and seize. @ 7. If the watercraft will be stored for a week or more, lubricate internal engine components to help prevent corrosion. (See pages 4-3 to 4-4 for lubrication procedures. ) 8. Rinse the engine and engine compartment with a small amount of water. CAUTION: @ Do not use high pressure when rinsing the engine or engine compartment as severe damage could result. @ 9. Wipe the engine and engine compartment dry with a clean cloth (repeat step 3, if necessary). Wipe the hull, steering pole, handlebars, and jet unit dry with a clean cloth. Spray a rust inhibitor on metallic parts to minimize corrosion. [. . . ] 1-7 Sailing vessel right-of-way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23 Standing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25 Stand-on vessel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]