Throttle/Shift Paddle Checks (255Xd); Fire Extinguisher Check - Yamaha 255XE 2021 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Pre-operation checks
Start the engines before performing the fol-
lowing checks. NOTICE: Do not run the en-
gines over 4000 r/min on land. Also, do not
run the engines for more than 15 seconds
without supplying water, otherwise, the
engines could overheat and/or seize.
Check that the shift gates are slightly above
the shift gate neutral position when the re-
mote control levers are in the forward posi-
tion, and that the shift gates are in the fully
open position when the remote control levers
are moved farther forward.
Fully open position
1
2
1 Shift gate
2 Jet thrust nozzle
Check that the shift gates are in the fully
closed position when the remote control le-
vers are in the reverse position.
Fully closed position
1
1 Shift gate
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Throttle/shift paddle checks (255XD)

Operate the throttle/shift paddles several
times to make sure that operation is smooth
throughout the whole range. Also, make sure
that the throttle/shift paddles return automat-
ically to their original positions when re-
leased.
1
1
1 Throttle/shift paddle

Fire extinguisher check

As an inboard boat less than 26 feet in length,
your boat must be fitted with one 5-B (B-1)
type fire extinguisher when navigating waters
controlled by the U.S. Coast Guard. In addi-
tion, most state and local boating laws re-
quire that the craft carry a USCG-approved
fire extinguisher whenever the boat is operat-
ed.
Make sure at least one fire extinguisher is
aboard and full; two fire extinguishers are
recommended. See the instructions supplied
by the extinguisher manufacturer to deter-
mine the indication of the condition.
A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment
with this boat. If you do not have a fire extin-
guisher, contact your local Yamaha Boat
Dealer or fire extinguisher dealer for one
meeting the proper specifications.