User manual YAMAHA LS2000-1999

[. . . ] LS2000 Owner's / Operator's Manual Owner's / Operator's Manual TO THE OWNER Thank you for choosing a Yamaha Jet Boat. This Owner's Manual contains information you will need for proper operation, maintenance, and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha. If you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your Jet Boat, please consult a Yamaha dealer. YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U. S. A. [. . . ] Pay particular attention to the safety information in Chapter 1. Read all warning and caution labels on your Jet Boat. This Jet Boat is designed to carry one operator and up to six passengers, as long as the total weight of people and cargo does not exceed 1300 lb (591 kg). Never have more than seven people in the boat. 3 Know and follow U. S. Coast Guard, state, and local laws when operating your Jet Boat. Select a wide area to learn in, where visibility is good and other boat traffic is light. Keep the proper distance from other boats and vehicles. Do not operate where people are swimming. Always attach the engine stop switch lanyard to your personal flotation device before operating. You and all other passengers must always wear a U. S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation device when riding in the Jet Boat. You should consider wearing water shoes, eye protection, gloves, and other protective apparel. Water sports increase your risk of injury from contact with your boat, other vessels, docks, rocks, or coral. Waterskiiers must also wear a wetsuit to protect against jet thrust or impact with the water surface, particularly as speeds increase. Normal swimming attire may not adequately protect you. Grip the wheel firmly and keep both feet on the deck when driving the Jet Boat. LEARNING TO OPERATE YOUR JET BOAT Before boating, always perform the Pre-Operation Checks listed on page 3-4. The short time spent checking the machine's condition will reward you with added safety and a more reliable Jet Boat. 3-17 3 OPERATION BOATING WITH PASSENGERS When one or more passengers are on board, the boat may handle differently, so operating it requires a higher degree of skill. Remember: Your Jet Boat is designed for one operator and up to six passengers only. Never have more than seven people in the Jet Boat. Passengers should sit so the weight in the boat is balanced from side to side and bow to stern as much as possible. If the passenger seat in front of the helm is used, be sure the operator's view ahead is not obstructed. Passengers must sit in one of the seats and hold onto the grips while putting both feet on the deck. WARNING When passengers are on board, make sure they are seated and holding on before you start to accelerate. [. . . ] 1-1 F Filling the gasoline (petrol) tank . 4-11 I Identification number records . 1-13, 3-7, 5-4 J Jet boat characteristics . 1-12, 3-19 Jet pump clean-out procedures . [. . . ]