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Yamaha Failure to follow WARNING instruc- dealer. tions could result in severe injury or Because Yamaha has a policy of con- death to the machine operator, a tinuing product improvement, this prod- bystander, or a person inspecting or uct may not be exactly as described in repairing the boat.
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AFETY NFORMATION & F EATURES UNCTIONS PERATION & C AINTENANCE & S ROUBLESHOOTING PECIAL ROCEDURES ONSUMER NFORMATION...
Record your Primary I.D., H.I.N., and engine numbers in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha Boat dealer. Also record and keep these I.D. numbers in a separate place in case your boat is stolen.
THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U.S. EPA REGULATIONS FOR MARINE S1 ENGINES SPARK PLUG GAP (mm) : FELs g/low - hr TROLLING SPEED : YAMAHA MOTOR CO., CO, LTD. 1 Emission control information YAMAHA label Manufactured: MANUFACTURED DATE LABEL 2 Manufactured date label...
AFETY NFORMATION FIRE EXTINGUISHER • Fire extinguisher is inside this driver's side console storage. • Open cannister to remove extinguisher. YAMAHA F0R-U419B-10 FOR-U411D-00 BEFORE LAUNCHING: Make sure drain plug at the back • of the hull is tightened securely. See Owner's Manual for draining •...
Basic Orientation Video. Showing them the video may help reinforce the information contained in these materials. LIMITATIONS ON WHO MAY OPERATE THE BOAT Yamaha recommends a minimum operator age of 16 years old. Adults must supervise use by minors.
A mirror can sizes), and electrical tape also be used as an emergency sig- Oar or paddle (look for one with a nal. Contact your Yamaha dealer or boat hook on the other end) the Coast Guard for more informa- tion.
AFETY NFORMATION CRUISING LIMITATIONS risk of back/spinal injury (paralysis), facial injuries, and broken legs, Scan constantly for people, objects, ankles, and other bones. Do not and other watercraft. Be alert for jump waves or wakes. conditions that limit your visibility or Do not operate the boat in rough block your vision of others.
AFETY NFORMATION OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS For reasons of safety and proper care of the boat, always perform the All riders must wear a Coast Guard pre-operation checks listed on page approved personal flotation device 3-4 before operating. (PFD). Passengers must always sit in a designated seating area, place feet on the deck, and use the handgrips provided when the boat is in motion.
AFETY NFORMATION Attach the engine shut-off cord (lan- Maintain a safe distance from other yard) to PFD and keep it free from boats or watercraft, and also watch steering wheel or other controls so for boats’ ski ropes or fishing lines. that the engine stops if the operator Obey the “Rules of the Road”...
NFORMATION an open area without obstructions until you have a good feel for the maneuver. Yamaha Boats are water-jet pro- pelled. The pumps are directly con- nected to the engines. This means that the jet thrust will produce some movement whenever the engines are running.
AFETY NFORMATION swimwear does not adequately pro- tect against forceful water entry into rectum or vagina. The skier should wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection. Such clothing includes thick, tightly woven, sturdy and snug fitting apparel such as denim, but does not include spandex or similar fabrics WATER-SKIING like those used in bicycle shorts.
RULES OF THE ROAD speed, except to avoid an immediate collision. When you maintain your Your Yamaha Boat is legally considered direction and speed, the other vessel a powerboat. Operation of the boat will be able to determine how best to must be in accordance with the rules avoid you.
AFETY NFORMATION RULES WHEN ENCOUNTERING Meeting If you are meeting another power ves- VESSELS sel head on, and are close enough to There are three main situations that run the risk of collision, neither of you you may encounter with other vessels has the right-of-way! Both of you which could lead to a collision unless should alter course to avoid an acci-...
AFETY NFORMATION Narrow Channels and Bends When navigating in narrow channels, you should keep to the right when it is safe and practical to do so. If the oper- ator of a power-driven vessel is prepar- ing to go around a bend that may obstruct the view of other water ves- sels, the operator should sound a pro- longed blast of four to six seconds on...
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AFETY NFORMATION “1” “3” “5” “7” C “1” “6” N “2” LIGHTED BUOY (Port Hand) Odd number, increasing toward head “7” RB “L” of navigation. Leave to port (left) pro- ceeding RG “L” White Light Green Light “5” “4” “2” “4” “6” LIGHTED BUOY (Starboard Hand) Even number, increasing toward head “3”...
The Online Boating Safety Course, particular state. The Uniform State available through the watercraft section Waterway Marking System has been of the yamaha-motor.com website, is a devised for these waters. free, 50-question learning course avail- able to the public. Upon successful...
AFETY NFORMATION ACCIDENT ENJOY YOUR BOAT REPORTING RESPONSIBLY Boat operators are required by law to You share the areas you enjoy when file a Boating Accident Report with their operating your boat with others and state boating law enforcement agency with nature.
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Chapter 2 FEATURES & FUNCTIONS LOCATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS ......2-1 OPERATION OF CONTROLS AND OTHER FUNCTIONS ... . . 2-5 Steering .
& F EATURES UNCTIONS OPERATION OF Because boats steer from the stern (rear), the stern of the boat swings out CONTROLS AND in the opposite direction of your turn. If OTHER FUNCTIONS you turn to the starboard (right), for example, the stern of the boat will STEERING swing to the left.
& F EATURES UNCTIONS OFF: WARNING Ignition circuits are switched off. The Always attach the engine shut-off engine cannot be started but other cord to your personal flotation switches will operate. (The key can be removed.) device (PFD) BEFORE starting the engine.
& F EATURES UNCTIONS A separate throttle lever controls each also has a start-in-gear protection neu- engine. In normal operation the throttle tral switch that prevents the engines levers are moved together. Moving the from cranking if the shift lever is not in throttle levers forward increases engine Neutral.
& F EATURES UNCTIONS Neutral CHOKE KNOBS The jet pump gates are dropped down part way over the jet nozzles. Some jet thrust is to the rear and some jet thrust is redirected forward. This balance of thrust acts like “neutral” to keep the boat from moving.
& F EATURES UNCTIONS GAUGES 3. Fuel Level Gauge The fuel level gauge 3 shows the 1. Speedometer amount of fuel in the fuel tank. The The speedometer 1 shows the boat ignition switch must be in the “ON” speed in miles per hour (mph). position to activate the gauge.
& F EATURES UNCTIONS Low Fuel - If the fuel tank is too low to OVERHEAT WARNING SYSTEM continue normal operation much The engine has an overheat warning longer, this warning light 4 will come device. If either engine starts to over- on.
& F EATURES UNCTIONS If water is not circulating, something SWITCHES may be clogging the jet intake grate. Refer to the Jet Pump Clean-Out pro- cedures on page 5-5 for further infor- mation. CAUTION: If the cause of overheating cannot be found and corrected, take special precautions to avoid major engine damage while you return to shore.
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If the but- ton below a switch pops out, push it back in with your finger. If it pops out again, ask your Yamaha dealer to inspect the electrical system. Lights This toggle switch controls the required on-board lighting.
& F EATURES UNCTIONS SWIVEL SEAT OPERATION STEREO SYSTEM The driver’s and mid-ship passenger’s A stereo CD player/receiver is stan- seat are two-way adjustable. dard. The system consists of the CD player/receiver, four speakers, and a To move the seat forward or back, pull remote control keypad at the helm.
& F EATURES UNCTIONS Closing Hood Ski Locker To close the hood, push the hood down Port Side, in front of console in the center. NOTE: Make sure the hood is firmly secured with the latch. CAUTION: Do not open or close the hood by lifting or pressing on the sides.
& F EATURES UNCTIONS Console Storage Under Bow Seats Under Windshield, Driver’s Side Console Bulkheads Console Storage Under Windshield, Port Side Cockpit compartments with Nets Pull the latch toward the stern of the boat to open the storage compartment. Press down on the windshield around the latch to close.
Do not modify the tower to tow from while boat is in motion. any other point or to carry any Maximum static capacity: 500 lb. accessories equipment (226 kg) approved by Yamaha. The tower could be damaged. 2-16...
Refuel in a well-ventilated area. If Gasohol containing methanol is not the boat is in the water, be sure it recommended by Yamaha because it is securely moored to the fueling can cause fuel system damage or dock. All passengers must be out engine performance problems.
OIL INJECTION Performance drops and engine wear SYSTEM increases dramatically. These engines use Yamaha's oil injec- While many additives available may tion system, which provides superior reduce deposits, Yamaha recommends lubrication by ensuring the proper oil the use of Ring Free Fuel Additive, ratio for all operating conditions.
PERATION GASOLINE FILLING THE OIL TANK AND ENGINE OIL FILLING FILLING THE GASOLINE TANK Open the engine hood, then open the oil tank filler cap. Very slowly add engine oil to the oil tank. Stop pouring when the oil just reaches the bottom of the filler neck.
PERATION PRE-OPERATION WARNING CHECKS If any item in the Pre-Operation check is not working properly, have CHECK LIST it inspected and repaired before operating the boat. Otherwise an Before Operating this boat, perform the accident could occur. following checks: PAGE ITEM CHECK REF.
PERATION NOTE: Pre-operation checks should be Throttle made each time the boat is used. This procedure can be accomplished thor- oughly in a short time. The added safe- ty and reliability the checks assure is worth the time involved. CHECK POINTS Steering Operate the throttle levers several times to make sure there is no hesita-...
A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this boat. If you do not Fire Extinguisher have one, contact your local Yamaha Boat dealer or a fire extinguisher deal- er to obtain one meeting the proper specifications.
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PERATION Jet Intakes Fuel System Refer to page 4-11, “FUEL SYSTEM INSPECTION,” for correct procedure. Fuel and Engine Oil Levels 1) Turn the main switch key to ON. Wait for the fuel gauge needle to stop moving, then note the fuel level. Add fuel if necessary.
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PERATION through the large drain hole in the A drain plug is located at the center of the stern to allow more complete drain- deck. A one-way check valve in the ing when the boat is removed from the drain prevents water from traveling water.
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PERATION Engine Compartment Lights Check for proper operation of the bow, Operate the bilge blower switch 1 for stern, and instrument lights by pressing at least 4 minutes before starting the the switch 3 on the control panel. engines. Open engine hood and check to be sure no gasoline vapors are pre- sent.
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PERATION Horn Cooling-Water Pilot Outlets Check that water comes out from the Press the horn switch 1 to be sure the pilot outlets while engine is running in horn operates. the water. Refer to page 2-10 for cor- rect operation of the device. Engine Shut-Off Switch NOTE: It may take up to 20 seconds for water to reach the pilot outlets when...
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PERATION BIMINI TOP 4) Attach the snap hooks to the strap eyes. Raising from the fully collapsed stor- age position. 1) With an assistant, raise the top and secure the rear support poles to the rear support pole mounts with the lock pins.
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The Bimini top must be secured to the 1) Raise the rear support poles. boat when it is being trailered. When trailered with a Genuine Yamaha 2) Unhook the front straps and pull the Cover, simply store the Bimini top in top to the back.
Before operating your boat, become familiar with all controls. Consult your Yamaha dealer 1) Always make sure the boat is about any control or function you launched and used in waters that do not fully understand. are free from weeds and debris, and at least 3 ft (90 cm) deep.
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PERATION NOTE: Before the first start-up, remove Engine shut-off switch the fuel tank filler cap to release any Clip with cord built-up pressure in the tank because NOTE: It is not possible to start the of fuel expansion. engine with the clip removed from the engine shut-off switch.
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PERATION NOTE: Be sure the shift lever is put in the Neutral position or the starter motor will not operate. On this boat, the engines are con- nected directly to the drive unit. Starting either engine generates some thrust immediately. Only enough throttle should be applied to keep the engine at a fast enough idle to stay running.
PERATION STOPPING THE ENGINES BREAK-IN PROCEDURE The engine and other components require a break-in period to allow sur- faces of moving parts to wear in evenly. This ensures proper performance and promotes longer engine life. CAUTION: Failure to follow the break-in pro- cedures may result in reduced engine life, or even engine damage.
PERATION DRIVING YOUR Know and follow U.S. Coast Guard, state, and local laws when operating BOAT your boat. Select a wide area to learn in, where GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BOAT visibility is good and other boat traffic is Operating your boat requires skills light.
PERATION TURNING THE BOAT D. If the engines are stopped, there is no thrust. The boat will go straight Steering control depends on the com- even though the steering wheel is bination of steering wheel position and turned. the amount of throttle. YOU NEED THROTTLE TO STEER.
PERATION TURNING BOATING WITH PASSENGERS LEFT When one or more passengers are on board, the boat may handle differently, so operating it requires a higher degree of skill. Remember: Your boat is designed for one operator and up to six passengers only.
PERATION WARNING Stay away from the extended swim step while the engines are running. Exhaust gases coming from under- neath it contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas which may cause brain damage or death when inhaled. Symptoms include nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness.
PERATION STOPPING 2) Notice how wind and water currents are affecting boat movement as you attach your mooring lines and fenders. 3) Approach the dock at idle speed. Use reverse as necessary during 400 FT (122 m) slow speed maneuvering to help control speed and direction.
PERATION Wind or current pushing boat 2) When the stern is out a few feet, toward dock: release the bow mooring then steer in the direction you want the bow to move. Open the throttle slightly and WIND OR CURRENT begin to move away from the dock.
PERATION ANCHORING 4) Pull on the line to be sure the anchor is holding. Also, periodically check your boat’s position against WARNING the shoreline to make sure it is not Always anchor from bow. drifting and dragging the anchor. Anchoring from the stern will make Reset it if necessary.
PERATION CROSSING WAKES AND SWELLS You will not always have flat, smooth water. There will be swells, wakes from other boats, etc. SHARP WAKES The best way to cross wakes and swells is with the least jolt to you and the boat.
PERATION POST-OPERATION 1) After putting the boat on the trailer, flush cooling system on each CHECKS engine to prevent the cooling sys- tem from clogging up with salt, POST-OPERATION CHECKS sand, or dirt. Refer to page 4-2 for the cooling system flushing proce- These post-operation procedures are dure.
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Clean any foreign material, such as dirt or sand, from the threads before installing the drain plug. 6) Spray a rust inhibitor, such as Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant, on metallic parts to mini- mize corrosion. 3-26...
PERATION TRAILERING HITCH The trailer hitch ball must match the size of the socket on the trailer hitch WARNING coupler. Hitches are divided into class- es that specify the gross trailer weight Avoid accident and injury from (GTW) and the maximum tongue improper trailering: weight.
PERATION continuing your trip. On longer trips, Check wheel bearings and wheel it is a good idea to carry a set of lug nuts before each trip. spare wheel bearings, seals, and Check tail, brake, and turn signal races. lights for proper operation. When making a turn, do not cut cor- Secure the bow of the boat to the ners.
PERATION LAUNCHING 5) Remove the bow line from the bow eye. 6) Back the trailer farther into the water until just the tops of the fenders show, then reset the parking brake. Board the boat and start it. If possi- ble, remain on the trailer until the engines are warm and are respond- ing to throttle.
4) Make sure the boat is centered on LIFTING the support rails and is headed CAUTION: straight for the bow stop (bumper board). Ease the boat forward until Do not attach lifting cables to the the bow rests against the bow stop. bow eye, cleats, water-ski tow eye, or grab handles.
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Chapter 4 MAINTENANCE AND CARE STORAGE ..........4-1 Fuel System .
Once the cover is off, Top off the fuel tank with fresh fuel, turn both fuel valve levers clockwise adding one ounce of Yamaha Fuel 90° until they are perpendicular to the Conditioner and Stabilizer or an equiv- fuel lines 1.
& C AINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM FLUSHING 4) Turn off the water supply, then drain residual water from the exhaust sys- tem by alternately pushing the throt- tle lever up to half throttle and back for 10 to 15 seconds. Shut off engine.
With the Specific gravity: 1.28 at 20°C (68°F) engine running at a fast idle, quickly spray as much Yamaha Stor-Rite Fogging Oil or an equivalent, as possible alternately into each carbu- retor through the holes in the silencer cover.
4) Spray the exterior of the engines with Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant. 5) Wax the hull with a non-abrasive wax such as Yamaha Ultra Gloss Cleaner Wax or other wax designed for marine gelcoat. WARNING Slippery surfaces can cause falls WARNING and injury.
If the owner is not familiar with machine servicing, this work should be done by a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechan- ic. Improperly serviced compo- nents could fail or stop operating correctly, which could result in an accident.
Frequency of maintenance operations may be adjusted according to the operating conditions, but the following table gives general guidelines. ● Indicates the checkups which you may do yourself. ■ Indicates work to be done by your Yamaha dealer. Maintenance interval Initial Thereafter Page...
Do not attempt to diagnose any prob- the spark plug cap down until it clicks. lems yourself. Instead, take the boat to a Yamaha Boat dealer. You should peri- odically remove and inspect the spark NOTE: If a torque-wrench is not avail-...
GREASE POINTS To keep moving parts sliding or rotating smoothly, coat them with water resis- tant grease such as Yamaha Marine Grease, Yamaha Grease A, or an equiv- alent. Throttle Cable and Choke Cable Grease the throttle-cable and choke- cable inner wires at the carburetors.
Recommended water-resistant grease: Yamaha Marine Grease, or Yamaha Grease A The first service should be done after 10 hours or 1 month by your Yamaha dealer. Fill the bearing housing with water resistant grease through the grease nipple. Grease capacity: 33.0~35.0 cc (1.11~1.18 oz)
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Yamaha Marine Grease, or Yamaha Grease A The first service should be done after 10 hours or 1 month by your Yamaha dealer. Fill the starter motor idle gear through the grease nipple. Grease capacity: 8.0 cc (0.27 oz) After first service: Every 100 hours or 6 months (you may do this yourself).
If repair is necessary, consult your nearest Yamaha Boat dealer. WARNING One access panel is located on the upper deck wall on the port side, visible Always properly dispose of gasoline when the rear seat back is removed.
200 hours of any water or dirt is found in the oil tank, operation, or if water is found in the fil- take the boat to your Yamaha dealer for ter. Take the boat to your Yamaha deal- service.
Most adjusting should be Using a diagnostic tachometer, adjust left to a Yamaha Boat dealer who has one engine’s speed to specification. the professional knowledge and experi- Turn the throttle stop screw clockwise ence to do so.
Both throttle levers should move ment. The nozzles should both point smoothly from idle to full throttle and straight back when the steering back. If not, ask your Yamaha Boat wheel is centered. dealer for service. If steering is stiff or misadjusted, ask your Yamaha dealer to service it.
If reverse gates do not operate smooth- ly or correctly, ask your authorized Yamaha Boat dealer for service. FUSE REPLACEMENT Pull the choke knob out until it stops. Release the knob. The knob should not move.
& C AINTENANCE WARNING WARNING Battery electrolyte is poisonous and Do not use fuses of higher amper- dangerous, causing severe burns, that those recommended. etc. It contains sulfuric acid. Avoid Substitution of a fuse of improper contact with skin, eyes or clothing. rating can cause extensive electrical system damage and possible fire.
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& C AINTENANCE Recharging WARNING ● When charging the battery, keep it well away from sparks and open flames, as it gives off explo- sive gases. ● When using a battery charger, connect the battery to the charg- er before you turn on the charger. This will prevent sparking at the ➀...
& C AINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS MODEL ITEM UNIT LX / AR VEHICLE CAPACITY Maximum people on board Number of people Maximum load capacity 1300 DIMENSIONS Length feet / inches 20' 11" (LX) / 20' 11" (AR) Beam feet / inches 8' 0" Draft inches 18"...
Yamaha Boat dealer or qualified mechanic for the proper service. The Troubleshooting Chart contains “TROUBLE,” “POSSIBLE CAUSE,” “REMEDY,” “REFER PAGE.”...
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Engine runs irregularly or Stale or • Have serviced at • Fuel stalls contaminated Yamaha dealer Oil and gasoline • Have serviced at mixture is too rich Yamaha dealer • Choke Knob is left pulled • Push it in fully Water or dust •...
& S ROUBLESHOOTING PECIAL ROCEDURES EMERGENCY WARNING PROCEDURES The operator of the towing boat must keep speed to a minimum and TOWING THE BOAT avoid traffic or obstacles which could be a hazard to the driver on the boat. RUNNING ON ONE ENGINE If one engine becomes inoperative, the properly running engine can be used to return to shore.
& S ROUBLESHOOTING PECIAL ROCEDURES JUMP STARTING To connect the jumper cables: 1) Connect the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery to the positive ter- minal (+)of the booster battery with the positive jumper cable. 2) Connect one end of the negative (–) jumper cable to the negative (–) ter- minal of the booster battery.
1) Turn off and remove ignition keys, not remove the debris, consult your remove lanyard, and wait for all Yamaha Boat Dealer. movement to stop. 5) To reinstall the access port cap, first 2) Lift the hatch on the rear platform.
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& S ROUBLESHOOTING PECIAL ROCEDURES 6) Press the T-handle down firmly to CAUTION: lock the cap in place. Pull up force- ● Be sure the caps are locked fully on the handle to be sure it is securely in place. Otherwise the locked.
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Owner’s Manual. The owner of the boat shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha Boat dealer of any and all appar- ent defects within ten (10) days of discovery and make the boat available at that time for inspec- tion and repairs at the dealer’s place of business.
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SPECIFIC PARTS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY; Parts replaced due to normal wear or rou- tine maintenance such as oil, spark plugs, fuel filters, impeller and liner, and anodes are not cov- ered by warranty. Charges for transporting the boat to and from an authorized Yamaha Boat deal- er are excluded from warranty coverage.
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2. Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at the time of sale, and upon your request at any later date. In addition, each Yamaha Boat deal- er is held responsible for his setup, service and warranty repair work.
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Yamaha owners like you, and only components to match the comforting 5- while your Yamaha is still within the first year year standard protection on the hull. of the Yamaha Limited Warranty period. So visit your authorized Yamaha dealer to get all ●...
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& I ONSUMER NFORMATION NDEX BOATING TERMS TERM DEFINITION The front part of the boat. Deck The “floor” or upper structure which covers the hull. Give-Way The vessel which must yield the right-of-way when two boats meet. Gunwale The meeting junction of the deck and hull; the upper edge around the boat.
SAMPLE FLOAT PLAN Leave a float plan with a responsible person on shore before boating. The exam- ple below can be copied and used. FLOAT PLAN VESSEL INFORMATION BOAT MAKE: Yamaha MOTOR TYPE: Jet MODEL: LENGTH.: REGISTRATION NO: DECK COLOR:...
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& I ONSUMER NFORMATION NDEX Change of address (warranty) ..6-3 Checks: Accident Reporting ... . . 1-20 Access port caps ..3-6, 5-5 Access Port Caps .
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& I ONSUMER NFORMATION NDEX Fuel tank ..... 4-12 Fuel tank capacity ..3-3, 4-18 Deck drain .
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& I ONSUMER NFORMATION NDEX Overtaking another vessel (Rules of the Road) ... 1-17 Lanyard (engine shut-off cord) ..1-12, 2-5, 3-10, 3-14, 5-1 P, Q Launching .
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Stopping ..... 3-21 Yamaha Extended Service (Y.E.S.) . . 6-4 Stopping the engines ... . 3-16 Storage .