Operation

Make sure that the battery is securely held in place.

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Fire extinguisher

Check that there is a full fire extinguisher on board.

The fire extinguisher holder and cover are located in the front storage compartment.

To store the fire extinguisher, unhook the band and remove the cover. Place the fire extinguisher in the holder, and then place the cover over the fire extinguisher. Fasten the cover and the fire extinguisher with the band securely.

guisher secured in the holder with its cover in place.

Always carry a fire extinguisher on board. A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this watercraft. If you do not have one, contact a Yamaha dealer or a fire extin- guisher dealer to obtain one meeting the proper specifications.

Fire extinguisher: Classification:

B-1

Capacity:

2 lb or more

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Throttle lever

Check the throttle lever for proper operation. Squeeze and release the throttle lever several times to make sure that there is no hesitation in its travel. It should be smooth over the complete range and spring back to the idle position when released.

1Fire extinguisher holder and cover

2Band

NOTE:

To check the fire extinguisher, see the in- structions supplied by the fire extinguisher manufacturer. Always keep the fire extin-

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WARNING

Before starting the engine, always check the operation of the throttle lever.

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Steering system

Check the handlebars for looseness.

Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the right and left to make sure that operation is smooth and unrestricted throughout the

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