Operation

(1)Launch the watercraft and start the en- gine. (See page 72 for engine starting procedures.)

(2)For the first 5 minutes, run the engine at trolling speed only. For the 30 minutes of operation after that, keep the engine speed below 5000 r/min. For the 1 hour of operation after that, keep the engine speed below 6000 r/min.

(3)Proceed with normal operation.

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CAUTION:

Failure to follow the engine break-in procedure could result in reduced engine life or even severe engine damage.

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Launching the watercraft

When launching the watercraft, make sure that there are no obstacles behind you.

Use the remote control transmitter to select the unlock mode. (See page 41 for Yamaha Security System lock and unlock mode selection procedures.)

After the watercraft is in the water, start the engine. Shift into reverse and move the water- craft back slowly. If there are waves, someone should make sure that the watercraft is not pushed into the trailer before backing away.

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Starting the engine

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WARNING

Never start the engine or let it run for any length of time in an enclosed area. Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time. Always operate the watercraft in an open area.

(1)If the lock mode of the Yamaha Security System is selected, use the remote con- trol transmitter to select the unlock mode. (See page 41 for Yamaha Security Sys- tem lock and unlock mode selection pro- cedures.)

(2)Launch the watercraft in water free from weeds and debris and at least 60 cm (2 ft) deep.

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WARNING

Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm (2 ft) deep, otherwise you increase your chance of hitting a submerged ob- ject, which could result in injury.

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CAUTION:

Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm (2 ft) deep, otherwise pebbles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake, causing impeller damage and engine overheat- ing.

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