Operation
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Post-operation care
To keep your watercraft in top shape, always take it out of the water after using it and perform the following procedures. Leaving the watercraft in the water for extended periods will accelerate the rate of normal deterioration of the jet unit components and hull finish. Marine organisms and corrosion are some of the conditions that can adversely affect the life of many watercraft components.
(1)Remove the watercraft from the water.
(2)Wash down the hull, handlebars, and jet unit with fresh water.
(3)Remove the seat and check the engine compartment for water. To drain excess water, remove the stern drain plugs, and then raise the bow of the watercraft enough to allow the water in the bilge to drain out.
NOTE:
This watercraft is equipped with a jet vacuum bilge draining system and an electric bilge draining system that remove water from the engine compartment while you are underway. However, some residual water will remain. (See page 65 for bilge draining procedures.)
(4)Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi- tion.
(5)Flush the cooling system to prevent it from clogging with salt, sand, or dirt. (See page 86 for flushing procedures.)
(6)Drain residual water from the exhaust system by alternately squeezing and re- leasing the throttle lever for 10 to 15 sec-
onds while the engine is running.
ECJ00561
CAUTION:
Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds without supplying water, otherwise the engine could overheat.
(7) Rinse the engine and engine compartment with a small amount of water.
ECJ00570
CAUTION:
Do not use
(8)Wipe the engine and engine compart- ment dry with a clean cloth (repeat step 3, if necessary).
(9)Wipe the hull, handlebars, and jet unit dry with a clean cloth.
(10)Spray a rust inhibitor, such as Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant, on me- tallic parts to minimize corrosion.
(11)Allow the engine compartment to air dry completely before installing the seat.
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