Pre-Operation Checks; Pre-Operation Checklist - Yamaha 195S 2021 Owner's/Operator's Manual

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WARNING

Failure to inspect or maintain the boat properly increases the possibility of an accident

or damage to the boat. 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-

ual.

Pre-operation checks should be made each time the boat is used. These checks can be com-

pleted in a short time. It is worth the time spent to ensure safety and reliability.

ITEM

PRE-LAUNCH CHECKS

Steering system

Remote control lever

Fire extinguisher

Hull

Access port cap

Jet intake

Fuel system

Engine oil level

Battery

Bilge water

Drain plugs

Engine compartment and

blower

Engine hood

Lights and horn

Bimini top

Engine shut-off cord (lan-

yard)

Collapsible tower fasten-

ers (195S / AR195 / AR190)

POST-LAUNCH CHECKS

Switches

Cooling water pilot outlet

Fuel level

The steering and shifting pre-operation checks will require two persons: one person to oper-

ate the controls and one person to observe the proper operation at the stern.

Check for proper steering operation.

Check for proper throttle operation.

Check for proper shift operation.

Check readiness of the extinguisher.

Check hull for damage and cracks before launching.

Check for proper installation.

Check that no debris is in the intake before launching.

Check fuel system for leaks.

Check engine oil level; add as necessary.

Check battery condition, mounting, and connection.

Check the engine compartment for bilge water.

Check the drain plugs for damage and foreign material

and check that they are securely installed.

Open the engine hood and check to be sure no gasoline,

gasoline vapors, or loose electrical connections are

present. Operate the blowers for at least 4 minutes.

Check that the hood latch is secure.

Check lights to be sure they operate. Push the horn

switch to be sure it operates.

Check that the top is secure.

Check the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) for damage.

Check that the tower fasteners are secured.

Check operation of the main switch and engine shut-off

switch.

Check that water comes out while the engine is running.

Check fuel level; add as necessary.