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2021 Yamaha Boat 195S AR195 / SX195 AR190 / SX190 OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL U.S.A. Edition LIT-18626-12-97 Read this manual carefully before operating this boat. F4V-F8199-12...
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WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a recreational marine vessel can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, service your vessel in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands...
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Yamaha will not disclose this data to a third This is the safety alert symbol. It is used party except in the following cases. In addi- to alert you to potential personal injury haz- tion, Yamaha may provide engine data to a ards.
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Important manual information Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing product improvement, this product may not be exactly as described in this owner’s/oper- ator’s manual. Specifications are subject to change without notice. This manual should be considered a perma- nent part of this boat and should remain with it even if the boat is subsequently sold.
Table of contents General and important labels... 1 Battery switch......36 Main switch......... 37 Identification number records ..1 Remote control lever ....37 Primary Identification (PRI-ID) Steering ........39 number........1 Tilt lever ........40 Hull Identification Number (HIN) ... 1 Engine serial number ....
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Table of contents Over temperature warning ..64 Driver’s side console Low / High voltage warning ..65 compartment ......84 Communication error warning ..65 Port console storage Low fuel level warning....65 compartment ......85 Depth warning......65 Wet storage compartment..
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Table of contents Draining the bilge water on Boarding from a dock or water ........104 landing jetty ......123 Docking........123 Beaching........124 First-time operation ......106 Anchoring ......... 125 Engine break-in Crossing wakes and swells ..125 (AR190 / SX190)......106 Post-operation checks ....
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Table of contents Jet pump clean-out procedure....... 149 Jump-starting......151 Fuse replacement ..... 151 Towing the boat ......153 Consumer information....154 Limited warranty ......154 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ........156 Sample float plan ......157 Index ..........158...
Hull Identification Number (HIN), and engine serial number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha Boat Dealer. Also, record and keep these ID numbers in a separate place in PRI-I.D. case your boat is stolen.
(See page 81 for engine hood opening and closing procedures and page 139 for engine cover removal and installation procedures.) 1 Engine serial number YAMAHA YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. MADE IN JAPAN PAYS D’ORIGINE JAPON Emission control information label 3-star models...
EPA FEL: HC+NOx g/kW-h MAX POWER : EPA/CA FEL : HC+NOx , CO g/kW-h EPA CERTIFIED EVAP COMPONENTS: YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD. 195S / AR195 / SX195 4-star models EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION TWC/HO25/MFI/OBD/EECS THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO CALIFORNIA AND U.S.
General and important labels Star labels (4-star models) This boat is labeled with a California Air Re- sources Board (CARB) star label. See below for a description of your particular label. Two Stars - Very Low Emission The two-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2004 1 Star label location...
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General and important labels Four Stars - Super Ultra Low Emission The four-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2009 exhaust emission standards. Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engines may also comply with these standards.
General and important labels Important labels Read the following labels before operating this boat. If you need any additional information, contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer.
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General and important labels 3-star models 4-star models...
THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH U.S. COAST GUARD SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION MEETS U.S. EPA EVAP STANDARDS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS MANUFACTURER: YAMAHA JET BOAT MANUFACTURING U.S.A., INC. VONORE, TN MODEL: DESIGN COMPLIANCE WITH NMMA REQUIREMENTS IS VERIFIED.
Limitations on who may The safe use and operation of this boat is operate the boat dependent upon the use of proper operat- Yamaha recommends a minimum operator ing techniques, as well as upon the com- age of 16 years old.
Safety information Cruising limitations This is a high-performance boat—not a toy. Sharp turns or jumping wakes or waves Scan constantly for people, objects, and can increase the risk of back/spinal injury other watercraft. Be alert for conditions (paralysis), facial injuries, and broken legs, that limit your visibility or block your vision ankles, and other bones.
Safety information Operational requirements Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to the PFD and keep it free from the steering The operator and all passengers must wear wheel or other controls so that the engine a U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) approved per- stops if the operator accidentally leaves the sonal flotation device (PFD).
Oar or paddle (look for one with a boat your boat. A mirror can also be used as an hook on the other end). emergency signal. Contact your Yamaha Spare parts, such as fuses. Boat Dealer or the Coast Guard for more ...
Practice turning in an open area without obstructions until you have a good feel for the maneuver. This Yamaha boat is water-jet propelled. The pump is directly connected to the en- gine. This means that the jet thrust will pro- duce some movement whenever the engine is running.
Safety information Keep away from the intake grate while the Night operation engine is on. Items such as long hair, loose When using your boat before dawn or after clothing, or PFD straps can become entan- dusk, you must have both bow and anchor gled in moving parts, resulting in severe in- lights operating.
Safety information Wakeboarding and water- A second person should be on board as a spotter to watch the wakeboarder or wa- skiing ter-skier; in most states, it is required by You can use the boat to tow a wakeboarder law.
Rules of the road Give-way vessel The vessel which does not have the right-of- Your Yamaha boat is legally considered a way has the duty to take positive and timely powerboat. Operation of the boat must be action to stay out of the way of the stand-on in accordance with the rules and regula- vessel.
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Safety information In the following illustration, your boat is in the Crossing When two power-driven vessels are crossing center. You should give the right-of-way to each other’s path close enough to run the risk any vessels shown in the white area (you are of collision, the vessel which has the other on the give-way vessel).
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Safety information Other special situations bers, and lights to show which side of the There are three other rules you should be buoy a boater should pass on when navigat- aware of when operating your boat around ing in a particular direction. The markings on other vessels.
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Safety information This system uses buoys and signs with distinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory or advisory information. These markers are white with black letters and orange borders. They signify speed zones, restricted areas, danger areas, and general information. Remember, markings may vary by geographic location.
Remember that pollution can be harmful to yamaha-motor.com website, is a free, 50- the environment. Do not refuel or add oil question learning course available to the where a spill could cause damage to nature.
Description Boat glossary TERM DEFINITION The front part of the boat. Deck The “floor” or upper structure which covers the hull. Give-way The vessel that 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.
Control function operation Boat control functions Engine shut-off switch WARNING Always attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to your PFD before starting the engine. Failure to attach the cord could result in a runaway boat if the operator is ejected.
Control function operation TIP: The main switch will not operate (the starter motor will not turn over) if the battery switch in the rear underseat storage compartment (port) is turned to the OFF (red) position. (See page 36 for more information.) Remote control lever WARNING Before shifting, make sure there are no...
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Control function operation 1 Neutral position Shift gate 2 Forward operation range (very slow speed) Jet thrust nozzle 3 Forward operation detent (TDE position) Forward 4 Forward operation range (more thrust) When the remote control lever is initially 5 Reverse operation range (very slow speed) 6 Reverse operation detent moved to the forward operation detent and 7 Reverse operation range (more thrust)
Control function operation TDE position Shift gate 1 Shift gate 2 Jet thrust nozzle Steering Your boat can be steered by turning the When the remote control lever is moved far- steering wheel the same direction you wish to ther forward, the shift gate is lifted all the way travel, to the right or left.
Control function operation 1 Jet thrust nozzle Tilt lever 2 Articulating keel To adjust the tilt: Since the strength of the jet thrust determines (1) Push the lever down, and then move the the speed and direction of a turn, the throttle steering wheel up or down to the desired must always be opened above idle when at- position.
Instrument operation Switches CTSY DOCK BLOWER NAV/ANC BILGE HORN LIGHTS LIGHTS Name Function Page Blower switch Turns the blower on or off to ventilate the engine compart- ment. Courtesy light switch Turns the courtesy light on or off. Navigation and anchor Turns the anchor light and bow light on or off.
CTSY NAV/ANC BILGE HORN LIGHTS out again, ask a Yamaha Boat Dealer to in- spect the electrical system. BLOWER No-wake mode / cruise assist switch To operate the no-wake mode and cruise as- sist, see the following sections. To activate the reverse RPM control, see “Reverse RPM...
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Instrument operation The no-wake mode can be used only when To deactivate the no-wake mode: the engine is operating at idle speed. Perform one of the following operations. To activate the no-wake mode: Push the minus side of the no-wake mode / ...
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Instrument operation AR195 / SX195 / AR190 / SX190 boat may become unstable, which could result in loss of control and an accident. 10:27 To activate the reverse RPM control: FUEL Depth (1) Move the remote control lever backward so that the throttle is opened in reverse. (2) Increase the engine speed to 4500 rpm, Cruise +4 and then push the plus side of the no-...
Instrument operation Accessory outlet Stereo system There is a 12 V DC outlet located on the helm. The stereo system consists of the receiver, speakers, auxiliary input jack, USB terminal, NOTICE and Bluetooth. Refer to the stereo system Do not use an automotive cigarette lighter Operation Manual included with your boat.
Instrument operation For the remote control keypad operating pro- Multi-function display unit cedures, refer to the stereo system Operation operation Manual included with your boat. Because the multi-function display unit is equipped with a touch screen, you can touch the display directly to operate the display functions.
Instrument operation Multi-function display elements (195S) 10:27 FUEL DEPTH SPEED 12.1V 1350 Name Function Fuel level bar graph Shows the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Depending on the amount of remaining fuel, the color of the bar graph segments changes.
Instrument operation Warning icon bar The warning icon bar is shown instead of the volume slider only when an error is detected or a warning is activated. Name Function Warning icon bar Displays the warning icons. When a warning icon is displayed, tap the icon to display the warning message for that icon.
Instrument operation Home screen Map screen This screen displays the boat speed, current This screen displays a map. heading of the boat, and other information. SPEED 12.1V Item Function Name Function Re-centers the map on your current location. Boat speed* Displays the boat speed in miles per hour or kilometers per...
Instrument operation Trip screen This screen displays the hours of engine op- eration, fuel consumption, and other informa- tion. 23.0 Fuel Economy: 12.1V 262.8 Trip: Miles 89.9 Fuel Used: Gallons Fuel Flow: Water Temp: °F TIP: Highest Speed: You can tap multiple locations. ...
Instrument operation Media screen Name Function This screen can be used to receive a radio Fuel flow* Displays the fuel consump- (Fuel Flow) tion of the engine in gallons broadcast, connect to an external device us- per hour or liters per hour. ing Bluetooth wireless technology, and per- Highest speed Displays the highest speed...
Instrument operation To change the radio station frequency: TIP: Tap a preset list button or preset button. The lock mark “ ” appears when the entire audio system is turned off or an external de- vice is not connected. FM-1 FM-2 FM-3 Radio screen (AM/FM)
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Instrument operation Item Function Displays information about Menu the current audio track. chris.s iPhone iPhone (2) Selects the previous audio Thomas’ iPhone track. Samsung Galaxy S SAMSUNG-SM-G870A Selects the next audio Discoverable track. Back Pauses or resumes the playback of the audio track.
Instrument operation Location of the auxiliary input jack Source AM Radio FM Radio Bluetooth Auxiliary Settings Select a Source Turn OFF 1 “Turn OFF” button Auxiliary input jack TIP: TIP: You can also disconnect an external device You can adjust the volume level of the ...
Instrument operation terminal, the audio system may not operate Item Function properly. When charging an external de- Shuffles the order in which the audio tracks are played vice, check that the external device is not back. connected to the audio system using Blue- Selects the previous audio tooth before connecting it to the USB ter- track.
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Instrument operation Bass / Mid / Treble setting screen Balance / Fader Left Bass / Mid / Treble TREBLE Rear Front MIDDLE Right BASS Back Back 1 Blue dot Item Function Item Function Decreases the setting lev- Increase the balance and fader levels.
Instrument operation Setting screen The setting screen can be used to change the Set Time settings of the multi-function display unit. Menu Time Depth Unit Brightness Save Back Wellness Language Item Function Select a Menu Reset Saves the set time as the current time and displays Save the setting screen.
Instrument operation Tap the desired language, and then tap the Item Function “Save” button to save the setting. Displays the current night mode setting. To display the setting screen without saving Night Brightness the language setting, tap the “Back” button. Displays the current day mode setting.
Instrument operation Depth alarm setting screen The water depth for the depth alarm can be Time Since Last Maintenance set. Depth Alarm Reset Back After maintenance is performed, reset the Save Back number of hours of operation as follows. To reset the number of hours of operation: Item Function (1) Tap the “Reset”...
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Instrument operation Factory Reset Reset all parameters to factory settings? Reset Back To reset the settings: (1) Tap the “Reset” button. Reset Back 1 “Reset” button (2) When the confirmation message ap- pears, tap the “YES” button to reset the settings.
Displays the next active warning. When there is only 1 warning, the dis- played warning will not change. QUIT Closes the displayed warning. If the displayed warning message includes instructions, follow those instructions. If you have any questions, consult a Yamaha Boat Dealer. 10:27 FUEL DEPTH Depth...
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Instrument operation Warning example Warning title Message Check Engine Stop Engine. Consult YAMAHA dealer. Low Oil Pressure Over Temperature Battery Low Voltage. Start engine to recharge the battery. High Voltage. Fuel Low Fuel Level Depth Low Depth Level Engine Maintenance Due Communication Error Engine.
“Check Engine” will be displayed. If this oc- curs, reduce the engine speed, return to shore, and have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check the engine. Low oil pressure warning If the oil pressure does not rise to specifica- tion, a warning will appear on the multi-func- tion display and the buzzer will sound.
If this occurs, reduce the engine speed, return to shore, and have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check the boat. Low fuel level warning If “Fuel” appears on the multi-function dis- play and the buzzer will sound, refill the fuel tank as soon as possible.
Instrument operation Name Function Engine tachometer Displays the engine speed. Battery voltage bar graph Displays the battery voltage in a bar graph format and numerical format. Screen tab bar 10:27 Name Function Clock Displays the time. Tap the clock to set the time. (See page 70.) Home screen tab Displays the home screen.
Instrument operation Warning bar Name Function Warning bar Displays the warning icons. When a warning icon is displayed, tap the icon to display the warning message for that icon.
Instrument operation Home screen Trip screen This screen displays the hours of engine op- eration, fuel consumption, and other informa- tion. No Wake Mode 79.3 Water : °F 0.3 Avg MPG 23.0 Economy : Avg MPG 262.8 Trip : Miles 89.9 Used : Name...
Instrument operation Setting screen Name Function The setting screen can be used to change the Fuel flow* Displays the fuel consump- tion of the engine in gal- settings of the multi-function display unit. lons per hour or liters per hour. Highest speed Displays the highest speed of the boat in miles per...
Instrument operation Item Function Displays the current night Set Time mode setting. NIGHT Displays the current day mode setting. Saves the set brightness as the brightness level set- Save Back Save ting and displays the set- ting screen. Displays the setting screen Item Function without saving the set...
Instrument operation To adjust the water depth setting: Item Function Sets the display units to US units. US Unit Sets the display units to metric units. Metric Unit Slider control Saves the selected unit To reduce the water depth setting, drag the setting as the current units Save and displays the setting...
Instrument operation Factory Reset Are you sure ? 1 “YES” button Reset all parameters to factory setting? TIP: To return to the maintenance setting screen Reset Back without resetting the number of hours, tap the “NO” button. Language setting screen To reset the settings: The language for the multi-function display (1) Tap the “Reset”...
Displays the next active warning. When there is only 1 warning, the dis- played warning will not change. QUIT Closes the displayed warning. If the displayed warning message includes instructions, follow those instructions. If you have any questions, consult a Yamaha Boat dealer. 10:27 10:27 FUEL FUEL...
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Instrument operation Warning title Message Engine Maintenance Due Fuel Low Fuel Level Depth Low Level Communication Error Engine CAN No transducer found...
If a fault is detected for the engine, “Check Engine” will be displayed. If this oc- curs, reduce the engine speed, return to shore, and have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check the engine. Low oil pressure warning If the oil pressure does not rise to specifica- tion, a warning will appear on the multi-func- tion display and the buzzer will sound.
If water is not circulating, something may be reduce the engine speed, return to shore, and clogging the intake grate. Refer to “Jet pump have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check the boat. clean-out procedure” on page 149. Low fuel level warning If “Fuel”...
Equipment operation Seats WARNING Passengers must always sit in a designat- ed seating area, place feet on the deck, and hold on to the handgrips when the boat is in motion. This boat is equipped with the following seats. Bow filler cushion AR195 / AR190 1 Front port seat 2 Front center seat...
Equipment operation 195S / SX195 / SX190 (2) Rotate the lever to port (left). 1 Driver’s seat (3) Move the seat to the desired position, 2 Passenger’s seat and then release the lever. 3 Handgrip (4) Push the lever to its original position. 4 Rear starboard seat To swivel the seat: 5 Rear center seat...
Equipment operation (3) Swivel the seat to the desired position. If Passenger’s seat (195S / SX195 / SX190) it is too easy or too difficult to rotate the seat, adjust the swivel friction by turning The passenger’s seat can be adjusted in the the swivel friction knob in or out.
Equipment operation Engine hood Storage compartments The engine hood can be opened to access This boat is equipped with the following con- the engine. venient on-board storage compartments. To open the engine hood: Make sure that the storage compartments (1) To prevent excess water from spilling are securely closed before getting underway.
Equipment operation Front underseat storage (2) Turn the lock handle clockwise, and then compartments open the ski locker lid. The front underseat storage compartment (starboard) and front underseat storage com- partment (port) are located under the front starboard seat and front port seat respective- To open a front underseat storage compart- ment, lift the front seat up.
Equipment operation 1 Drain plug Rear underseat storage compartment (star- board) (2) Securely install the drain plug in its origi- To close the rear underseat storage compart- nal position. ment (starboard), place the rear starboard seat in its original position. Rear underseat storage compartment (starboard) Rear underseat storage compartment...
Equipment operation Glove compartment The glove compartment is located on the port console. To access the glove compartment, open the glove compartment lid. AR195 / AR190 1 Rear underseat storage compartment (port) To close the rear underseat storage compart- ment (port), lower the rear port seat. Glove compartment lid Strap 195S / SX195 / SX190...
Equipment operation 1 Driver’s side console compartment Port console storage compartment To close the port console storage compart- TIP: ment: The driver’s side console compartment is Close the port console storage compartment connected to the front underseat storage door, and then push it to securely lock it in compartment (starboard).
Equipment operation Walk-through Front walk-through This boat has a large bow area where two adults can sit comfortably with their legs out- stretched. The front walk-through provides easy access to the bow area from the cabin area. 1 Wet storage compartment To close the wet storage compartment: (1) Close the rear platform hatch.
Equipment operation Windshield To open the windshield: (1) Turn the windshield latches to the unlock The windshield can be opened and closed. position, and then open the windshield. WARNING (2) Unsnap the retaining strap from the strap To avoid injury, the windshield must be se- base, and then snap it onto the wind- cured when the boat is in motion.
Equipment operation Anchor light Anchor light (SX195 / SX190) (195S / AR195 / AR190) The boat is equipped with a removable an- chor light. It is also the “all-around” light for NOTICE navigation at night or in low-visibility condi- Do not attach a ski rope or other tow-rope tions.
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Equipment operation (3) Slide anchor light stoppers A and B apart (5) Open the cap of the anchor light socket, to disconnect them. fit the protrusion on the anchor light into the slot in the socket, and then install the light into the socket.
Equipment operation (3) Connect the stoppers by fitting the pro- Swim platform trusion on anchor light stopper A into the WARNING slot in anchor light stopper B. Stay away from the swim platform area while the engine is running. Exhaust gases coming from underneath it contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas which may cause brain damage or death when...
Equipment operation Side table The side table can be installed in front of the rear starboard seat. 1 Ladder (2) Pull the ladder out completely, and then lower it. Side table To install the side table, slide the end of the table pole into the table bracket until it is locked in place.
Equipment operation Wakeboard tower NOTICE (195S / AR195 / AR190) Do not modify the wakeboard tower to tow The wakeboard tower is provided as an ele- from it or to carry accessories not de- vated tow point suitable for wakeboards and signed for it.
Equipment operation To collapse the wakeboard tower: Bimini top (1) While an assistant supports the wake- (195S / AR195 / AR190) board tower, completely loosen the lock Setting up the bimini top knobs on both sides of the wakeboard To set up the bimini top: tower.
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Equipment operation (3) Insert the front support poles into the (5) Push the snap button and extend each mounting holes in the wakeboard tower. rear support pole to the long position. 1 Mounting hole Rear support pole 2 Front support pole Snap button Short position (4) Pull the rear of the bimini top toward the...
The bimini top must be secured to the boat when it is being trailered. When the boat is trailered with a genuine Yamaha boat cover, simply store the bimini top in the fully col- lapsed position and install the storage cover.
Equipment operation Bimini top (SX195 / SX190) (3) Remove the storage cover, unfold the bi- mini top, and pull it toward the bow. Setting up the bimini top To set up the bimini top: (1) Raise the bimini top, and then unhook the rear support poles from the main pole.
Equipment operation (5) Tighten the front straps so that the top is To store the bimini top in the upright position: snug and wrinkle free. (1) Loosen each front strap, and then un- hook the latch from the strap eye. NOTICE Front strap Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) with the...
To store the bimini top in the fully collapsed when it is being trailered. When the boat is position: trailered with a genuine Yamaha boat cover, (1) Follow the above steps for “Storing the simply store the bimini top in the fully col- bimini top in the upright position”.
Operation and handling requirements Fuel requirement 195S / AR195 / SX195 Your Yamaha engine has been designed to Fuel use premium unleaded gasoline with a pump WARNING octane number [(R+M)/2] of 91 or higher, or a Gasoline and gasoline vapors are ex- ...
Engine Med RX, available from your Yamaha Boat Dealer, is formulated to remove existing deposits and, when used continuously, pre- vent new ones from forming, while also help-...
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Why Yamalube oil to settle by waiting 5 minutes or more YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA Part before checking the oil level. born of the engineers’ passion and belief that (2) Open the engine hood. (See page 81.) engine oil is an important liquid engine com- (3) Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.
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Yamaha Boat Dealer. If the engine oil maximum level mark. level is below the minimum level mark, add engine oil.
Operation and handling requirements Draining the bilge water NOTICE Do not run the engine at full throttle when bilge water remains in the engine compartment. The bilge water can splash into the engine, which can result in severe damage. Be sure all drain plugs are tightened be- ...
Operation and handling requirements Engine compartment Draining the bilge water on water This model is equipped with a self-draining deck and bilge pump to drain the bilge water on water. Self-draining deck Most water that enters the deck area drains automatically out the stern through the large drain hole in the deck.
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Operation and handling requirements 1 Bilge pump outlet TIP: The bilge pump indicator light comes on while the bilge pump is operating. CTSY NAV/ANC BILGE HORN LIGHTS Even if the bilge pump switch is not turned on, the bilge pump will detect when there is excessive water in the bilge and will automat- ically drain most of it through the bilge pump outlet.
First-time operation Engine break-in Engine break-in (AR190 / SX190) (195S / AR195 / SX195) NOTICE NOTICE Failure to perform the engine break-in Failure to perform the engine break-in could result in reduced engine life or even could result in reduced engine life or even severe engine damage.
Do not operate the boat if you find any problem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the boat inspected by a Yamaha Boat Dealer. Pre-operation checklist Before operating this boat, perform the checks in the following checklist. Always follow the in- spection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in this owner’s/operator’s man-...
Pre-operation checks Pre-operation check points Pre-launch checks Perform the pre-launch checks in the “Pre- operation checklist” while the boat is on land. Steering system checks Make sure the steering wheel is not loose. There should not be any free play, either in- and-out or in rotation.
Fully open position 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. Storing the fire extinguisher One fire extinguisher is to be mounted in the driver’s side console compartment.
Pre-operation checks A FIRE-PORT™ is mounted below the rear center seat. Use this port to spray the con- tents of a fire extinguisher into the engine compartment if a fire breaks out in the engine area. WARNING! If there is a fire in the en- gine compartment, opening the hatch will add more oxygen to the fire, increasing the risk of a larger fire or an explosion.
At least annually, or if a problem is suspected, check the fuel tank and fuel filler hoses and clamps. Have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check the fuel tank and 1 Access port cap fuel filler hoses and clamps. WARNING! If there are signs of leaking fuel, do not op- (3) Close the rear platform hatch.
Pre-operation checks AR190 / SX190 (3-star models) Maximum level mark 1 Dipstick Minimum level mark Battery check Make sure that the battery terminals are not damaged and that the battery leads are con- nected properly. WARNING! The battery must always be fully charged and in good condition.
Pre-operation checks Push the blower switch to operate the blower To check the operation using the navigation and ventilate the engine compartment for at and anchor lights switch: least 4 minutes. (1) Push the top of the navigation and an- chor lights switch and check that the Navigation and anchor lights checks bow light and anchor light come on.
Pre-operation checks Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check Make sure that the engine shut-off cord (lan- yard) is not damaged. If the cord is damaged, replace it. WARNING! Never try to repair the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) or tie it together. The engine shut-off cord (lan- yard) may not pull free when the operator falls off, allowing the boat to continue to run and cause an accident.
Pre-operation checks AR195 / SX195 / AR190 / SX190 TIP: The number of cooling water pilot outlets 10:27 varies according to the model. FUEL 195S / AR195 / SX195: 3 cooling water pilot outlets AR190 / SX190: 1 cooling water pilot outlet ...
Before operating your boat, become fa- passengers: miliar with all controls. Consult a 726 kg (1600 lb) Yamaha Boat Dealer about any control Total weight of operator and passen- or function you do not fully understand. gers: Failure to understand how the controls...
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Operation Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to your PFD before operating. Failure to attach the cord could result in a run- away boat if the operator is ejected. Do not apply throttle when anyone is at the rear of the boat. Turn the engine off or keep it at idle.
Operation continue to run and cause an acci- If the starter motor is engaged continu- dent. ously for more than 5 seconds, the bat- tery will become quickly discharged and it will be impossible to start the engine. The starter motor may also be damaged if it is engaged continuously for more than 5 seconds.
Operation Be sure passengers are holding on be- TIP: fore making turns. An unprepared pas- The engine can also be stopped by pulling senger could lose balance and fall. the engine shut-off cord (lanyard). (3) Remove the main switch key and the en- Steering control depends on the combination gine shut-off cord (lanyard) if the boat will of steering wheel position and the amount of...
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Operation C. Pulling the remote control lever back to idle or neutral position produces only minimum thrust. If you are traveling at speeds above trolling, you will have rap- idly decreasing ability to steer without throttle. You may still have some turning ability immediately after pulling the re- mote control lever back to idle, but when the engine slows down, the boat will no...
Operation Boating with passengers You will lose steering control if you com- pletely pull the throttle back to idle. You WARNING need throttle to steer. When passengers are on board, make Do not use the reverse function to slow sure they are seated and holding onto the down or stop the boat from planing handgrips before you start to accelerate.
Operation AR190 / SX190 93 m (305 ft) (3) Return the ladder to the stowed position, and then sit in one of the seats provided. Boarding from the water WARNING Boarding from a dock or landing jetty (1) Board the boat from the side. One per- To avoid severe injury or death, do not son should board at a time by stepping board from the rear, use swim platform, or...
Operation Wind or current pushing boat away from Beaching dock: NOTICE Slowly approach the dock at about a 45° an- Small pebbles, sand, seaweed, and oth- gle. Secure the bow to the dock, and then er debris can be sucked into the jet in- use engine thrust or a boat hook to gently take and impair or damage the impeller.
There will be swells and wakes from other type anchor is suitable for most applications; boats, etc. your Yamaha Boat Dealer can help you The best way to cross wakes and swells is choose an anchor. with the least jolt to you and the boat. Small...
Operation To cross a wake or swell, change your speed Post-operation checks and choose the angle at which you cross the These post-operation procedures are devel- wake or swell. Usually, a slower speed and oped to help preserve the long-term appear- “quartering”...
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O-rings on the hull drain plugs before installing the drain plugs. overheat and/or seize. (3) Stop the engine. (10) Spray a rust inhibitor, such as Yamaha (4) Wash down the hull, helm, and jet drive Silicone Protectant and Lubricant, on unit with fresh water.
Trailering Trailering the boat Use safety chains between the towing vehicle and the trailer so the trailer will not detach WARNING completely from the towing vehicle if it acci- Avoid accident and injury from improper dentally comes loose from the hitch ball. trailering: Crisscross the chains under the trailer tongue ...
Trailering before continuing your trip. On longer trips, it is a good idea to carry a set of spare wheel bearings, seals, and races. When making a turn, do not cut corners. The trailer has a smaller turning circle, so it turns more sharply around the corner than the towing vehicle.
Trailering ple of boaters launch their boats first to notice Loading any problems. While every boater develops a (1) Disconnect the trailer lights from the preferred launch procedure, here is a recom- towing vehicle. mended general procedure: (2) Back the trailer down the ramp as close to 90°...
Trailering Lifting (6) Pull the trailer up the ramp out of the way NOTICE of other boaters. Attach the bow and Do not attach lifting cables to the bow eye, stern tie-downs. Reconnect the trailer cleats, stern eyes, ski tow hook, or hand- lights.
Care and storage Post-operation care (3) Connect the garden hose to a water tap. (4) Make sure that the area around the boat Flushing the cooling system is clear, and then start the engine. Imme- Cooling system flushing is essential to pre- diately after the engine starts, fully turn vent the cooling system from clogging up the water supply on so that water flows...
If the boat er Yamalube care products are available from will be stored on the trailer nearby, leave your Yamaha Boat Dealer. the cap out until you prepare to launch (1) Remove the hull drain plugs. (See page the boat again.
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NOTICE: Some well-known “protec- tant” products on the market can ac- tually damage vinyl over time. Consult a Yamaha Boat Dealer if you want to use a product other than Yamaclean Vinyl Protectant. (10) Vacuum and hose-off the carpeting as necessary.
Care and storage Basic stain guide Here are basic steps to remove common stains from boat upholstery. Consult a Yamaha Boat Dealer or upholstery-cleaning professional for difficult stains. TYPE OF STAIN STEPS (rinse with clean, warm water and then dry after application) General care/Dirt —...
Care and storage Battery care (3) If the battery will be stored for a longer If the boat will not be used for more than a period, check its state of charge (use a month, remove the battery and store it in a hydrometer or a voltmeter and load tes- cool, dark place.
Consult a Yamaha Boat Dealer or other qualified mechanic if the fuel system is to be drained instead. Lubrication It is advisable to take the boat to a Yamaha Boat Dealer to have the engine fogged for long-term storage. Pivot points ...
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The first service should be done after 10 hours or 1 month by a Yamaha Boat Dealer. Fill the bearing housing with water-resistant grease through the grease nipple.
If you are not familiar with ma- chine servicing, this work should be done by a Yamaha Boat Dealer or other quali- fied mechanic. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be...
Periodic maintenance chart The periodic maintenance chart gives general guidelines for periodic maintenance. Have a Yamaha dealer perform the checks in the following chart. However, maintenance may need to be performed more frequently depending on your operating conditions. If you have any questions, consult a Yamaha dealer.
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Maintenance Initial Thereafter every hours hours hours Item Operation or 12 or 12 or 24 hours months months months Check exterior and operation, √ √ Remote control lever check shift operation, and check for looseness Check connections and exterior, √ Throttle cable and lubricate Check connections and exterior,...
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Maintenance Initial Thereafter every hours hours hours Item Operation or 12 or 12 or 24 hours months months months Check for bends, damage, and for- √ √ Impeller eign material √ Impeller duct Check and lubricate √ Jet thrust nozzle Check movement, and lubricate √...
Specifications Specifications (195S / AR195 / SX195) ITEM Specification Boat capacity Maximum people on board 8 person Maximum load capacity 725 kg (1600 lb) Dimensions and weight Length 5920 mm (233.0 in) Beam 2490 mm (98.0 in) 195S, AR195 Height 2670 mm (105.1 in) SX195 1630 mm (64.2 in)
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Specifications ITEM Specification Drive unit Propulsion system Jet pump Jet pump type Axial flow, single stage Impeller rotation Counterclockwise Pitch angle 15.1° Transmission Direct drive from engine Jet thrust nozzle angle 23+23° Jet thrust nozzle trim angle 3° Fuel and oil Recommended fuel Premium unleaded gasoline Minimum octane rating (PON)
Specifications Specifications (AR190 / SX190) ITEM Specification Boat capacity Maximum people on board 8 person Maximum load capacity 725 kg (1600 lb) Dimensions and weight Length 5920 mm (233.0 in) Beam 2490 mm (98.0 in) AR190 Height 2670 mm (105.1 in) SX190 1630 mm (64.2 in) Draft...
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Specifications ITEM Specification Ignition system T.C.I. Spark plug (NGK) LFR6A Spark plug gap 0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in) Battery capacity 12 V, 85 Ah Charging system Flywheel magneto Drive unit Propulsion system Jet pump Jet pump type Axial flow, single stage Impeller rotation Counterclockwise Pitch angle...
If you have any trouble with your boat, use this section to check for the possible cause. If you cannot find the cause or if the procedure for replacement or repair is not described in this own- er’s/operator’s manual, ask your Yamaha Boat Dealer or a qualified mechanic for the proper service.
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Over temperature Jet intake clogged Clean displayed warning* Cooling system Clean clogged Low oil pressure Oil pressure dropped Have serviced by Yamaha — warning* Boat Dealer Fuel Empty Refill as soon as possible Check engine Faulty sensors Have serviced by Yamaha —...
Trouble recovery Emergency procedures Jet pump clean-out procedure WARNING Severe injury or death may result if you ig- nore any of the following: Turn off and remove the main switch key, remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch, and wait for all move- ment to stop before removing the ac- cess port cap.
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(8) Check that the cap is perpendicular to jet thrust nozzle. If you cannot remove the centerline of the boat. Pull the handle the debris, consult a Yamaha Boat Deal- forcefully to make sure that the cap is locked securely. If a strong pull will move...
Trouble recovery TIP: The rear platform hatch has interlock to shut off the engine should the hatch be acciden- tally opened during operation. The engine will not restart unless the hatch is closed and latched. Jump-starting WARNING Severe injury or death may result if you ig- Negative (–) jumper cable nore any of the following: Positive (+) jumper cable...
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Trouble recovery the rear underseat storage compartment 1 2 3 (port). To access the fuse box: (1) Open the engine hood. (See page 81.) (2) While pushing both sides of the fuse box cover inward, pull the cover toward the bow and remove it.
Trouble recovery To access a fuse holder: Towing the boat Open the rear underseat storage compart- WARNING ment (port). The operator of the towing boat must 195S keep speed to a minimum and avoid traffic or obstacles which could be a hazard to either boat.
Yamaha owners like you, and only 5-year standard protection on the hull. while your Yamaha is still within the first year • of the Yamaha Limited Warranty period. So Y.E.S. is designed and administered by the...
Sample float plan Leave a float plan with a responsible person on shore before boating. The example below can be copied and used. FLOAT PLAN VESSEL INFORMATION BOAT MAKE: Yamaha MOTOR TYPE: MODEL: LENGTH: REGISTRATION NO: DECK COLOR: HULL COLOR:...
Index Boat characteristics ......... 17 Access port cap check ......110 Boat control functions......36 Accessory outlet ........46 Boating with passengers......122 Additional equipment recommendations......... 16 Cleaning the boat........133 Anchor light (195S / AR195 / AR190)..88 Cooling water pilot outlet check .... 115 Anchor light (SX195 / SX190)....
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Index Multi-function display elements Getting to know your boat ..... 117 (except for 195S) ........66 Glossary, boat.......... 25 Glove compartment ......... 84 Navigation and anchor lights checks ..114 Grease points......... 137 Navigation and anchor lights switch ..42 Night operation ........
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Wakeboard tower, collapsing and setting up (195S / AR195 / AR190)..92 Wakeboarding and water-skiing ....19 Walk-through ........... 86 Warnings (195S)........62 Warnings (except for 195S)...... 74 Wet storage compartment ....... 85 Windshield ..........87 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ..........156...
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