Yamaha AR240 HO Owner's Manual page 64

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peratiOn
ITEM
BEFORE LAUNCH OR OPERATION:
STEERING
THROTTLE
SHIFTING
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
HULL
ACCESS PORT CAPS
JET (WATER)
INTAKES
FUEL SYSTEM
FUEL AND ENGINE
OIL LEVELS
BATTERY
DRAINAGE SYSTEM
ENGINE
COMPARTMENT
ENGINE HOOD
LIGHTS AND HORN
BIMINI TOP
COLLAPSED TOWER
FASTENERS
AFTER LAUNCH
SWITCHES
COOLING WATER
PILOT OUTLETS
Steering and Shifting Pre-Operation Checks will require two persons, one person
to operate controls and one person to observe proper operation at the stern.
TIP:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the boat is used. These checks
can be completed in a short time. It is worth the time spent to ensure safety and
reliability.
CHECK
Check for proper steering operation.
Check for proper throttle operation.
Check for proper shift operation.
Check readiness of the extinguishers.
Check the hull for damage or cracks
before launching.
Check for proper installation.
Check that no debris is in the intakes
before launching.
Check fuel system for leaks.
Check fuel and oil level; add as necessary.
Check battery condition, mounting, and connection.
Check, and remove all water and fuel residue
before launching. Be sure drain plugs are tightened.
Operate the blower for at least 4 minutes.
Open engine hood and check to be sure no
gasoline vapors are present.
Check that hood latch is secure.
Check lights to be sure they operate.
Press horn button to be sure it operates.
Check that the top is secure.
Check that the tower fasteners are secured.
Check operation of the ignition start switches
and engine stop switch lanyard.
Check that water comes out while the
engines are running.
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