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Storage
WARNING
Always place the fuel cock knob in the “OFF” position when storing the water- craft, otherwise fuel could leak out into the engine or engine compartment, which would create 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.