Yamaha XLT800 Pre-operationchecks, Pre-operationcheck list

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Pre-operation checks

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Pre-operation check list

Before operating this watercraft, perform the checks in the following check list. See the accompanying text in this chapter for details on how to perform the checks.

WARNING

If any item in the pre-operation check list is not working properly, have it inspected and repaired before operating the watercraft, otherwise an accident could occur.

ITEM	ROUTINE	PAGE
Engine compartment	Remove all seats and front storage compart-
	ment to ventilate engine compartment. Check for	3-6
	fuel vapors or loose electrical connections
Bilge	Check for water and fuel residue and remove if	3-7
	necessary
Throttle	Check that the throttle lever springs back	3-10
Steering system	Check for proper steering system operation	3-10
Shift lever and reverse gate	Check for proper operation	3-11
Fuel and oil	Check fuel and oil level and add if necessary	3-6
	Check hoses and tanks for leakage
Water separator	Check for water and drain if necessary	3-7
Battery	Check electrolyte level and battery condition	3-8
Front and rear seats	Check that the seats are properly secured	2-5, 2-6
Hull/Deck	Check the hull and deck for cracks or other dam-	—
	age
Jet unit	Check for debris and remove if necessary	3-12
Fire extinguisher	Check the condition and replace if necessary	3-9
Engine shut-off cord	Check condition and replace is frayed or broken	3-12
Switches	Check the start switch, engine stop switch and
	engine shut-off switch for proper operation when	3-13
	the watercraft is in the water
Cooling water pilot outlet	Check that water is discharged while the engine	3-13
	is running and the watercraft is in the water
Multifunction meter	Check for warning indications and proper opera-	3-13
	tion

NOTE:

Pre-operation checks should be made thoroughly each time the watercraft is used. This procedure can be completed in a short time. It is worth the time spent to assure safety and reli- ability.

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