User manual YAMAHA FX-1

[. . . ] 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/operator's manual. Specifications are subject to change without notice. This manual should be considered a permanent part of this watercraft and should remain with it even if the watercraft is subsequently sold. [. . . ] Take the time to learn the basic techniques well before attempting more difficult maneuvers. Operating your new watercraft can be a very enjoyable activity, providing you with hours of pleasure. However, it is essential to familiarize yourself with the operation of the watercraft to achieve the skill level necessary to enjoy riding safely. Before operating this watercraft, read this owner's/operator's manual, the Riding Practice Guide, the Riding Instruction card, and all warning and caution labels on the watercraft. Pay particular attention to the safety information on page 8. Also, watch the Basic Orientation Video provided with your watercraft. These materials should give you an understanding 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 waterskier is being pulled) to ride the watercraft at any time. Maximum load: 240 kg (530 lb) Load is the total weight of cargo, operator, and passengers. EJU32990 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. Passengers should not attempt to board the watercraft if the operator is applying throttle. Do not give a ride to children whose feet cannot reach the floor of the footwell. The passengers should hold on firmly, either to the person in front of them or to the handgrip pro- G G Scan constantly for people, objects, and other watercraft. Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others. Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people, objects, and other watercraft. 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 shallow water. Remember, 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. 62 Operation G Practice reboarding in shallow water before riding in deep water. (2) Board the watercraft from the side or the rear. [. . . ] 58 Starting the watercraft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Steering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 54 Stern drain plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Stern eyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]