Long-Term Storage; Cleaning; Lubrication - Yamaha WaveRunner VXS 2014 Owner's/Operator's Manual

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Long-term storage

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WARNING
Always place the watercraft upright in a
horizontal position when storing it, other-
wise fuel could leak out into the engine or
engine compartment, which could create
a fire hazard.
Storage for long periods of time, such as win-
ter storage, requires preventive maintenance
to ensure against deterioration. It is advisable
to have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha
dealer prior to storage.
However, the following procedures can be
performed easily by the owner.
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Cleaning

(1) Flush the cooling water passages. (See
page 71 for information on flushing the
cooling water passages.)
TIP:
If you will be storing the watercraft for a pro-
longed period, such as winter storage, top off
the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and add fuel
stabilizer and conditioner to the fuel tank ac-
cording to the manufacturer's instruction be-
fore starting the engine.
(2) Clean the watercraft. (See page 72 for in-
formation on cleaning the watercraft.)
Wax the hull with a non-abrasive wax.
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Lubrication

Use a suitable marine grease applicator and
spray a rust inhibitor between the inner and
outer cables to lubricate the cables and
purge out any dirt and moisture.
To keep moving parts sliding or rotating
smoothly, lubricate them with water-resistant
grease.
Care and storage
Recommended water-resistant grease:
Yamaha Marine Grease/Yamaha
Grease A
Throttle cable (throttle lever end)
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Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end)
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Shift cable (shift lever end)
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