Pre-Operation Checks; Pre-Operation Checklist - Yamaha SHVO Owner's Manual

Pre-operation checks

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WARNING
Failure to inspect or maintain the watercraft properly increases the possibility of an ac-
cident or damage to the watercraft. Do not operate the watercraft if you find any prob-
lem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have
the watercraft inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
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Pre-operation checklist

Before using this watercraft, be sure to perform the checks in the following checklist.
ITEM
PRE-LAUNCH CHECKS
Engine compartment
Fuel system
Water separator
Engine unit
Engine oil level
Bilge water
Battery
Steering system
Adjustable tilt steering sys-
tem
RiDE lever
Throttle lever
Remote control transmitter
Engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard)
Switches
Storage compartments
Fire extinguisher holder,
cover, and band
Fire extinguisher
Safety equipment
Hull and deck
Jet intake
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Ventilate the engine compartment.
Check inside the engine compartment for damage.
Check the fuel system for leakage.
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
Check the water separator for water.
Check the exterior of the engine unit for damage.
Check the engine oil level.
Check the engine compartment for bilge water.
Check the battery connections and electrolyte level.
Check the steering system for proper operation.
Check the adjustable tilt steering system for proper
operation and check that the handlebars are se-
curely locked in place.
Check the RiDE lever for proper operation.
Check the throttle lever for proper operation.
Check the remote control transmitter for proper op-
eration.
Check the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) for dam-
age.
Check the start switch, engine stop switch, and en-
gine shut-off switch for proper operation.
Check the storage compartments for damage and
water.
Check the fire extinguisher holder, cover, and band
for damage.
Check the condition of the fire extinguisher.
Check that safety equipment meeting the applica-
ble regulations is on board.
Check the hull and deck for damage.
Check the jet intake for damage and clogging.
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