User manual YAMAHA VMAX 700 XTC DELUXE-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. EJU00990 Important manual information: In this manual, information of particular importance is distinguished in the following ways: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! [. . . ] The watercraft can now be accelerated to planing speed, then the operator can reduce the throttle to the desired running speed. @ @ EJU18831 Capsized watercraft If the watercraft capsizes, turn it over immediately. Be sure to carefully follow the procedures below to prevent injury or damage to the watercraft. WARNING @ IMPROPER UPRIGHTING CAN CAUSE INJURY: G Shut the engine off by pulling on the engine shut-off cord to remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch. G Do not put your hands in the intake grate. 3-27 E G @ Watch so you are not hit by the watercraft as it comes over. CAUTION: @ Be sure to remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch to shut the engine off, otherwise the engine can overheat, which can result in severe engine damage. @ 1. Shut the engine off by removing the clip from the engine shut-off switch. Pull the watercraft over with your left hand on the ride plate while pushing down on the gunwale with your right hand or foot. NOTE: If the port (left) side of the capsized watercraft is tilting up, push down on the gunwale so that the port (left) side is down before turning the watercraft clockwise. @ @ CAUTION: @ Do not turn the watercraft over counterclockwise, otherwise water can leak into the carburetor and engine, which can result in severe damage. @ 3. Start the engine and operate the watercraft to discharge any water remaining in the engine compartment. (If the engine does not start, see page 5-7, "Towing the watercraft" or page 5-8, "Submerged watercraft. ") NOTE: To efficiently discharge water from the engine compartment, operate the watercraft as straight as possible and above planing speed for at least 2 minutes. @ @ 3-28 E EJU01839 Turning the watercraft Steering control depends on the combination of handlebar position and the amount of throttle. Water sucked in through the intake grate is pressurized by the impeller in the jet pump. As the pressurized water is expelled from the pump through the jet thrust nozzle, it creates thrust to move and steer the watercraft. The higher the engine speed, the more thrust is produced. 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. @ EJU01082 Docking the watercraft 1. Make sure that no obstructions, boats or swimmers are close to the watercraft. Reduce speed about 110 m (360 ft) away from the dock. Slowly approach the dock and stop the engine just before coming alongside it. EJU01083 Rough water operation The force of landing after jumping can cause a strong impact on both the watercraft and the operator and passenger. 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. 3-32 E EJU01384 Post-operation checks Always perform the following post-operation checks after operating the watercraft. [. . . ] 3-24 Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17 Starting the watercraft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23 Start switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Steering and sailing rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Steering system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10, 3-11 Stern drain plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ]