User manual YAMAHA VMAX 500 XT-1998

[. . . ] 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. EJU01265 Important manual information: In this manual, information of particular importance is distinguished in the following ways: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! [. . . ] 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 apply throttle again or you reach a trolling speed. At trolling speed, the watercraft can be turned gradually by handlebar position alone using just the amount of thrust available at idle. If the engine is stopped while riding, there is no thrust. The watercraft will go straight even though the handlebars are turned. You need throttle to steer. 3-28 E To maintain your balance, lean into a turn. How much you lean depends on the tightness of the turn and your traveling speed. In general, the higher the speed or the sharper the turn, the more you lean. WARNING @ Do not release the throttle when trying to steer away from objects--you need throttle to steer. A collision could result in severe injury or death. @ 3-29 E EJU01080 Stopping the watercraft The watercraft is not equipped with a separate braking system. It is stopped by water resistance when the throttle lever is released. From full speed, the watercraft comes to a complete stop in approximately 90 m (300 ft) after the throttle is released and the engine 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. (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. (See page 4-3 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. Allow the engine compartment to air dry completely before reinstalling the hood. 3-33 E EJU01956 Transporting WARNING @ Always place the fuel cock knob in the "OFF" position when transporting the watercraft, otherwise fuel could leak out into the engine or engine compartment, which would create a fire hazard. @ Transport this watercraft using the special trailer that incorporates a hole into which the pin 1 can be inserted and locked after passing it through the rope hole 2. After securing the bow with the pin, secure the stern with ropes or tie downs 4 over the gunwale. Use a rubber shock cord 3 to hold the steering pole. CAUTION: @ G G Do not route ropes or tie downs over the steering pole, as they may damage it. Also, wrap the ropes or tie downs with towels or rags where they touch the body of the watercraft to avoid scratching or damage. [. . . ] 4-20 Rough water operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31 Rules of the Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13 Rules when encountering vessels. . . . . . . . . 1-14 S Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]