Care and storage

flows out continually from the jet thrust nozzle.

(7)Run the engine at idling speed for about 3 minutes watching the engine condition. If the engine stops while flushing, turn the water supply off immediately and perform the procedure again from step 6.

NOTICE: Do not supply water to the cooling water passages when the en- gine is not running. The water could flow back through the muffler into the engine, causing severe engine dam-

age. [ECJ00122]

(8)Turn the water supply off.

(9)Discharge the remaining water out of the cooling water passages by alternately squeezing and releasing the throttle lever quickly for 10 to 15 seconds.

(10)Stop the engine.

(11)Remove the garden hose adapter, and then securely install the flushing hose connector cap by tightening it until it stops.

(12)Securely install the seat in its original po-

sition.

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Cleaning the watercraft

(1)Remove the seat. (See page 45 for seat removal and installation procedures.)

(2)Rinse the engine and engine compart- ment with a small amount of water.

NOTICE: Do not use high-pressure

water when rinsing the engine or engine compartment as severe engine damage could result. [ECJ00571]

(3)Drain the water from the engine compart- ment. (See page 54 for information on draining the bilge water.)

(4)Wipe the engine and engine compart- ment with a dry cloth.

(5)Wash down the hull, deck, and jet pump with fresh water.

(6)Wipe the hull, deck, and jet pump with a dry cloth.

(7)Wipe all vinyl and rubber components, such as the seat and engine compart- ment seals, with a vinyl protectant such as Yamaha Protectant.

(8)To minimize corrosion, spray metallic parts of the hull, deck, and engine with a rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant.

(9)Allow the engine compartment to air dry completely before installing the seat.

(10)Securely install the seat in its original po-

sition.

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Battery care

If the watercraft will not be used for more than a month, remove the battery from the water- craft, check it, and then store it in a cool, dry place.

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WARNING

Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan- gerous, causing severe burns, etc. Electrolyte contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing.

Antidotes

External: Flush with water.

Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or vegetable oil. Call a physician im- mediately.

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