General information
the switch, stopping the engine.
●Know the marine laws and regulations where you will be
●Stay informed about the weather. Check weather forecasts before boating. Avoid boating in hazardous weather.
●Tell someone where you are going: leave a Float Plan with a responsible person. Be sure to cancel the Float Plan when you re- turn.
●Use common sense and good judgment when boating. Know your abilities, and be sure you understand how your boat han- dles under the different boating conditions you may encounter. Operate within your limits, and the limits of your boat. Always operate at safe speeds, and keep a careful watch for obstacles and other traffic.
●Always watch carefully for swimmers dur- ing the engine operation.
●Stay away from swimming areas.
●When a swimmer is in the water near you shift into neutral and shut off the engine.
●Do not illegally discard empty containers used to replace or replenish oil. For the correct processing of empty containers, consult the dealer where you purchased the oil.
●When replacing oils used to lubricate the product (engine or gear oil), be sure to wipe away any spilt oil. Never pour oil with- out using a funnel or similar device. If nec- essary, verify the necessary replacement procedure with the dealer.
●Never illegally discard (dump) the product. Yamaha recommends consulting the deal- er on discarding the product.
Be informed about boating safety. Additional publications and information can be obtained
from many organizations, including the fol- lowing:
United States Coast Guard
Consumer Affairs Staff
Office of Boating, Public, and Consumer Affairs
U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters
Washington, D.C.
Boating Safety Hotline:
National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA)
401 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, Il 60611
Marine Retailers Association of America
155 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, Il 60601
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Important labels
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Warning labelsZMU03928
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