User manual YAMAHA SUPERJET-2005

[. . . ] 2005 SuperJet 700 OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S MANUAL U. S. A. Edition READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION! LIT-18626-05-74 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. [. . . ] Do not shut the engine off when slowing down in case you need engine power to steer away from a boat or other obstacle that comes into your path. @ 3-30 E EJU01081 Beaching the watercraft 1. Make sure no obstructions, boats or swimmers are near the beach. Release the throttle lever about 90 m (300 ft) before you reach the intended beaching area. Approach the beach slowly and stop the engine before reaching land. Get off the watercraft and pull it up on the beach. CAUTION: @ Small pebbles, sand, seaweed, and other debris can be pulled into the jet intake and impair or damage the impeller. 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. 3-31 E EJU01894 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 page 4-1 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. 3-32 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. [. . . ] 1-7 Sailing vessel right-of-way . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-23 Standing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25 Stand-on vessel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]