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Storage

WARNING

Always place the watercraft upright in a horizontal position when storing it, otherwise fuel could leak out into the engine or engine compartment, which could result in a fire hazard.

Storage for prolonged periods of time, such as winter storage, requires preventative maintenance to ensure against deterio- ration. It is advisable to have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha dealer prior to stor- age. However, the following procedures can be performed by the owner.

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Flushing the cooling system

Flushing the cooling system is essential to prevent the cooling system from being clogged with salt, sand, or dirt.

CAUTION:

Do not supply water to the cooling water passages when the engine is not running. The water could flow back through the muffler into the crankcase causing severe engine damage.

Do not run the engine for more 15 sec- onds without supplying water, other- wise the engine may overheat.

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