Starting The Engines - Yamaha AR230 Owner's/Operator's Manual

OPERATION

STARTING THE ENGINES

WARNING
SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY
RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF
THE FOLLOWING:
l Before operating
become familiar with all controls.
Consult your Yamaha dealer
about any control or function you
do not fully understand.
l Attach the engine shut-off switch
cord to your personal flotation
device before operating. Failure
to attach cord could result in
a runaway boat if operator is
ejected.
l Check throttle, shift, and steering
for proper operation before start-
ing the engine.
l Shift into Neutral before starting
engines.
l Never start the engine or let it run
any length of time in an enclosed
area. Exhaust fumes contain car-
bon monoxide, a colorless, odor-
less gas that may cause loss of
consciousness and death within
a short time. Always operate the
boat in an open area.
your boat,
1) Always make sure the boat is
Never operate in water that is less
than 3 ft. (90 cm) deep. You increase
your chance of hitting an underwa-
ter obstacle. You could be injured.
Pebbles or sand can also be sucked
into the jet (water) intake, damaging
the impeller.
There is a hull drain plug at the bot-
tom of the stern in the center. Be
sure it is securely tightened before
launching the boat.
3-13
O
3 FT (90 CM)
launched and used in waters that
are free from weeds and debris, and
at least 3 ft. (90 cm) deep.
WARNING
CAUTION:
PERATION
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