Capsized Watercraft - Yamaha WaveRunner XL700 2004 Owner's/Operator's Manual

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Capsized watercraft

If the watercraft capsizes, turn it over
immediately.
Be sure to carefully follow the procedures
below to prevent injury or damage to the
watercraft.
WARNING
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IMPROPER UPRIGHTING CAN CAUSE
INJURY:
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Shut the engine off by pulling on the
engine shut-off cord to remove the clip
from the engine shut-off switch.
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Do not put your hands in the intake
grate.
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Watch so you are not hit by the water-
craft as it comes over.
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CAUTION:
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Be sure to remove the clip from the
engine shut-off switch to shut the engine
off, otherwise the engine can overheat,
which can result in severe engine dam-
age.
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1. Shut the engine off by removing the clip
from the engine shut-off switch.
2. Swim to the rear of the watercraft. Pull
the watercraft over with your left hand on
the ride plate while pushing down on the
gunwale with your right hand or foot.
NOTE:
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If the port (left) side of the capsized water-
craft is tilting up, push down on the gunwale
so that the port (left) side is down before
turning the watercraft clockwise.
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