Transporting - Yamaha FX WaveRunner 2007 Owner's/Operator's Manual

(5) Flush the cooling system to prevent it
from clogging with salt, sand, or dirt. (See
page 73 for flushing procedures.)
(6) Drain residual water from the exhaust
system by alternately squeezing and re-
leasing the throttle lever for 10 to 15 sec-
onds while the engine is running.
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CAUTION:
Do not run the engine for more than 15
seconds, otherwise the engine could over-
heat.
(7) If the watercraft will be stored for a week
or more, lubricate internal engine compo-
nents to help prevent corrosion. (See
page 74 for lubrication procedures.)
(8) Rinse the engine and engine compart-
ment with a small amount of water.
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CAUTION:
Do not use high-pressure water when rins-
ing the engine or engine compartment as
severe engine damage could result.
(9) Wipe the engine and engine compart-
ment dry with a clean cloth (repeat step 3,
if necessary).
(10) Wipe the hull, handlebars, and jet unit dry
with a clean cloth.
(11) Spray a rust inhibitor, such as Yamaha
Silicone Protectant and Lubricant, on me-
tallic parts to minimize corrosion.
(12) Allow the engine compartment to air dry
completely before installing the seat.
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Transporting

When transporting the watercraft on a trailer,
secure the tie downs to the trailer through the
bow eye and stern eyes.
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CAUTION:
Do not attach ropes or tie downs to any
G
part of the watercraft other than the bow
eye and stern eyes to secure the water-
craft to the trailer. Otherwise, the water-
craft may be damaged.
Do not route ropes or tie downs over the
G
seat, as they may leave permanent
marks on the seat's surface. Also, wrap
the ropes or tie downs with towels or
rags where they touch the body of the
watercraft to avoid scratches or dam-
age.
Before putting the watercraft on the trail-
G
er or transporting it, be sure to put the
shift lever in the forward position, other-
wise the reverse gate may hit an obsta-
cle, which may cause damage.
Operation
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