Yamaha WaveRunner VX Sport 2014 Owner's/Operator's Manual
Yamaha WaveRunner VX Sport 2014 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Yamaha WaveRunner VX Sport 2014 Owner's/Operator's Manual

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2014 WaveRunner
VX Sport
VX Deluxe
VX Cruiser
OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Read this manual carefully
before operating this watercraft.
F2P-F8199-71-E0

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  • Page 1 2014 WaveRunner VX Sport VX Deluxe VX Cruiser OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating this watercraft. F2P-F8199-71-E0...
  • Page 2 Read this manual carefully before operating this watercraft. This manual should stay with the WaveRunner if it is sold.
  • Page 3 (are) in conformity with the type(s) for which above mentioned EC type-examination certificate(s) has (have) been issued. H. Yamaji / President of YAMAHA MOTOR EUROPE N.V. Name / Title: (identification of the person empowered to sign on behalf of the engine manufacturer or his authorised representative)
  • Page 4 Important manual information EJU30193 EJU40411 To the owner/operator Thank you for choosing a Yamaha watercraft. Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing This owner’s/operator’s manual contains in- product improvement, this product may not formation you will need for proper operation, be exactly as described in this owner’s/oper-...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Remote control transmitter Draining the bilge water on water ..47 (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser)....25 Transporting on a trailer....48 Yamaha Security System (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser)....26 First-time operation ......49 Engine stop switch ......27 Engine break-in......
  • Page 6 Table of contents Post-launch checks ......58 Specifications........81 Specifications ....... 81 Operation ......... 59 Operating your watercraft ..... 59 Trouble recovery ......82 Getting to know your watercraft ..59 Troubleshooting......82 Learning to operate your Troubleshooting chart ...... 82 watercraft........
  • Page 7: General And Important Labels

    Craft Identification Number (CIN), and engine serial number in the spaces pro- vided for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. Also record and keep these ID numbers in a separate place in case your watercraft is stolen.
  • Page 8: Manufactured Date Label

    General and important labels EJU42051 EJU30321 Model information Manufactured date label This label is attached to the top of the cylin- EJU30332 Builder’s plate der head. (See page 38 for seat removal and Watercraft with this label conform to certain installation procedures.) portions of the European Parliament directive relating to machinery.
  • Page 9 General and important labels TIP: The significant wave height is the mean height of the highest one-third of the waves, which approximately corresponds to the wave height estimated by an experienced observer. However, some waves will be dou- ble this height.
  • Page 10: Important Labels

    General and important labels EJU30453 Important labels Read the following labels before using this watercraft. If have any questions, consult a Yamaha dealer. 10 3 4...
  • Page 11: Warning Labels

    General and important labels EJU35914 Warning labels If any of these labels are damaged or missing, contact a Yamaha dealer for replacements.
  • Page 12 General and important labels...
  • Page 13 General and important labels...
  • Page 14: Other Labels

    General and important labels VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser: EJU36126 Other labels...
  • Page 15 General and important labels The following label indicates the correct direction to upright a capsized watercraft. VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser: The following CE marking is located on the back of the remote control transmitter.
  • Page 16: Safety Information

    Limitations on who may The safe use and operation of this water- operate the watercraft craft is dependent upon the use of proper Yamaha recommends a minimum operator  riding techniques, as well as upon the age of 16 years old.
  • Page 17: Cruising Limitations

    Safety information (paralysis), facial injuries, and broken legs, EJU30762 Cruising limitations ankles, and other bones. Do not jump Scan constantly for people, objects, and  wakes or waves. other watercraft. Be alert for conditions Do not operate the watercraft in rough wa- ...
  • Page 18: Operation Requirements

    Safety information colliding with another boat, which could re- EJU30822 Operation requirements sult in severe injury or death. All riders must wear a personal flotation de-  vice (PFD) that is approved by the appro- priate authorities and is suitable for personal watercraft use.
  • Page 19 Safety information in certain kinds of accidents and that it Lifting your feet increases the chances of could injure you in others. losing your balance, or hitting objects out- A helmet is designed to provide some head side the watercraft with your feet. Do not protection.
  • Page 20: Recommended Equipment

    Scan carefully for swimmers and stay away  be used as an emergency signal. Contact a from swimming areas. Swimmers are hard Yamaha dealer for more information. to see and you could accidentally hit some- Watch  one in the water.
  • Page 21: Hazard Information

    Always operate the watercraft in an This model is equipped with the Yamaha open area. Engine Management System (YEMS) that Do not touch the hot oil tank, muffler, or en- includes an off-throttle steering (OTS) sys- ...
  • Page 22 Safety information VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser: Do not use the re- any debris or weeds, which may have col-  verse function to slow down or stop the lected around the jet intake. watercraft as it could cause you to lose control, be ejected, or impact the handle- bars.
  • Page 23: Water-Skiing

    Safety information it is required by law. Let the skier direct the EJU30955 Water-skiing operator’s control of speed and direction You can use the watercraft for water-skiing if with hand signals. it has the seating capacity to carry the opera- The spotter should sit astride the rear of the tor, a rearward-facing spotter, and the water- seat and hold onto the handgrip with both...
  • Page 24: Safe Boating Rules

    Make sure that the rope is not looped EJU30971 Safe boating rules around anything. Your Yamaha watercraft is legally considered After checking that the skier is ready and a powerboat. Operation of the watercraft that there is no traffic or other obstacles, must be in accordance with the rules and apply enough throttle to raise the skier.
  • Page 25: Enjoy Your Watercraft Responsibly

    Safety information When you ride responsibly, with respect and EJU30992 Enjoy your watercraft courtesy for others, you help ensure that our responsibly waterways stay open for the enjoyment of a You share the areas you enjoy when riding variety of recreational opportunities. your watercraft with others and with nature.
  • Page 26: Description

    The left side of the watercraft when facing forward. Bilge water Water that has collected in the engine compartment. Yamaha Engine Management System (YEMS) YEMS is an integrated, computerized management system that controls and adjusts ignition timing, fuel injection, engine diagnostics, and the off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
  • Page 27: Location Of Main Components

    Description EJU31012 Location of main components Exterior 1 Hood 2 Handlebar 3 Seat (page 38) 4 Footwell 5 Bow eye (page 40) 6 Fuel filler cap (page 44) 7 Cooling water pilot outlet (page 29) 8 Gunwale 9 Sponson...
  • Page 28 Description 1 Boarding platform 11 Intake grate 2 Cleat (page 40) 3 Handgrip (page 39) 4 Reboarding step (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) (page 39) 5 Jet thrust nozzle 6 Reverse gate (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) (page 30) 7 Ride plate 8 Stern eye (page 40) 9 Stern drain plug (page 47) 10 Speed sensor...
  • Page 29 Description 1 Start switch (page 27) 2 Engine shut-off switch (page 27) 3 Clip (page 27) 4 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) (page 27) 5 Engine stop switch (page 27) 6 Glove compartment (page 41) 7 Multifunction information center (page 33) 8 Rearview mirror 9 Remote control transmitter (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) (page 25)
  • Page 30 Description Engine compartment 1 Water separator (page 29) 2 Fuel tank 3 Air filter case 4 Battery (page 53) 5 Flushing hose connector 6 Electrical box 7 Spark plug/Spark plug cap/Ignition coil 8 Oil tank filler cap/Dipstick 9 Oil tank...
  • Page 31: Control Function Operation

    EJU41391 Remote control transmitter (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) The Yamaha Security System and Low RPM Mode settings can be selected by operating the remote control transmitter. (See page 26 for Yamaha Security System setting proce- dures and page 31 for Low RPM Mode acti- vation procedures.)
  • Page 32: Yamaha Security System (Vx Deluxe / Vx Cruiser)

    The Yamaha Security System settings can only be selected while the engine is stopped. EJU36107 Yamaha Security System settings The Yamaha Security System settings will be confirmed by the number of beeps when the remote control transmitter is operated, and 1 Lock button by the “SECURITY”...
  • Page 33: Engine Stop Switch

    Control function operation vent accidental starting or unauthorized op- EJU31153 Engine stop switch “ ” eration by children or others. The engine stop switch (red button) stops the engine when the switch is pushed. EJU41651 Start switch “ ” 1 Engine stop switch ECJ01311 NOTICE EJU31164...
  • Page 34: Throttle Lever

    Throttle lever is squeezed.  VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser: Lock mode of the  Yamaha Security System has been select- ed. (See page 26 for Yamaha Security Sys- tem setting procedures.) EJU31212 1 Handlebar Throttle lever 2 Jet thrust nozzle The throttle lever increases the engine speed when the lever is squeezed.
  • Page 35: Cooling Water Pilot Outlet

    Control function operation in response to handlebar input until you apply If water has collected in the water separator, throttle again or you reach trolling speed. drain it by loosening the drain screw. EJU35975 Cooling water pilot outlet When the engine is running, some of the cooling water that is circulated in the engine is discharged from the cooling water pilot outlet.
  • Page 36: Watercraft Operation

    Watercraft operation will lower and the watercraft will start EJU40012 Watercraft operation functions moving in reverse at trolling speed. EJU40521 Reverse system (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) EWJ01231 WARNING Do not use the reverse function to slow  down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control, be ejected, or impact the handlebars.
  • Page 37: Watercraft Operation Modes

    “L-MODE” indicator light will not come on. TIP: The Low RPM Mode can only be activated when the engine is stopped in the unlock mode of the Yamaha Security System. Activating and deactivating the Low RPM Mode Activation of the Low RPM Mode will be con-...
  • Page 38 Watercraft operation The “L-MODE” indicator light will come on when the engine is started. L-Mode 1 “L-Mode” (unlock) button 1 “SECURITY” indicator light 2 “L-MODE” indicator light To deactivate the Low RPM Mode: Push the “L-Mode” (unlock) button on the re- mote control transmitter for more than 4 sec- onds.
  • Page 39: Instrument Operation

    Instrument operation onds after the engine stops, the center will EJU31459 Multifunction information turn off and enter a standby state. When the center engine is started again, the displays return to The multifunction information center displays their state before the center turned off, and various watercraft information.
  • Page 40 The speedom- switching the meter, it can be used as either eter display changes. an hour meter or a voltmeter. TIP: The hour meter is selected at the Yamaha factory. 1 Speedometer 2 Select button EJU31464...
  • Page 41 “LO” is displayed on the voltmeter. If the battery voltage has risen significantly, “HI” is displayed. If “LO” or “HI” is displayed, imme- diately return to shore and have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft. To switch to the voltmeter from the hour me-...
  • Page 42 (See page 45 for information on checking the mittently. engine oil level.) If the oil level is sufficient, have a Yamaha dealer check the watercraft. TIP: Push the select button on the multifunction information center to stop the buzzer.
  • Page 43 “WARNING” indicator light blink, and the buzzer sounds intermittently. If the check engine warning is activated, im- mediately reduce the engine speed, return to shore, and have a Yamaha dealer check the engine. TIP: Push the select button on the multifunction...
  • Page 44: Equipment Operation

    Equipment operation To remove the seat: EJU40334 Equipment (1) Pull the seat latch up, and then lift up the EJU31037 rear of the seat. Seat The seat is removable. Remove the seat to access the engine com- partment. VX Sport / VX Deluxe: 1 Seat latch (2) Pull the seat rearward and remove it.
  • Page 45: Handgrip

    Equipment operation (2) Push the rear of the seat down to secure- reboarding step to lift the watercraft. The ly lock it in place. reboarding step is not designed to support the watercraft’s weight. If the reboarding step breaks, the watercraft could fall, which could result in severe injury.
  • Page 46: Bow Eye

    Equipment operation cleat breaks, the watercraft could fall, EJU34873 Bow eye which could result in severe injury. [EWJ01511] The bow eye is used to attach a rope to the watercraft when transporting, mooring, or towing it in an emergency. (See page 88 for information on towing the watercraft.) 1 Cleat EJU31684...
  • Page 47 Equipment operation To open the bow storage compartment: To close the bow storage compartment: Pull the hood latch up, and then lift up the Push the rear of the hood down to securely rear of the hood. lock it in place. 1 Hood latch To drain water from the bow storage com- partment:...
  • Page 48: Fire Extinguisher Holder And Cover

    Equipment operation To open the glove compartment: To close the glove compartment: Slide the glove compartment latch toward Push the lid down to securely lock it in place. you, and then lift up the lid. EJU41421 Beverage holder (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) 1 Glove compartment latch The beverage holder is located in the glove compartment.
  • Page 49 Equipment operation To use the fire extinguisher holder and cover: hood is securely closed before using the (1) Pull the hood latch up, and then lift up watercraft. the rear of the hood. 1 Hood latch (2) Unhook the band and remove the fire ex- tinguisher cover.
  • Page 50: Operation And Handling Requirements

    10% ethanol can cause fuel system damage tremely flammable. To avoid fires and or engine performance problems. explosions and to reduce the risk of in- Yamaha does not recommend gasohol con- jury when refueling, follow these in- taining methanol because it can cause fuel structions.
  • Page 51: Engine Oil Requirements

    Operation and handling requirements EJU40291 Fuel tank capacity: Engine oil requirements 70 L (18.5 US gal, 15.4 Imp.gal) EJU41543 Engine oil ECJ00282 NOTICE Use only 4-stroke engine oil. Usage of 2- stroke engine oil could result in severe en- gine damage. Recommended engine oil type: SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40, 20W-50...
  • Page 52 Yamaha dealer. If the engine oil level is below the minimum level mark, slowly add engine oil. (9) Repeat steps 6–8 until the engine oil is at the proper level.
  • Page 53: Draining The Bilge Water

    Operation and handling requirements maining moisture in the engine compart- EJU40022 Draining the bilge water ment with a dry cloth. ECJ01302 (4) Securely install the stern drain plugs by NOTICE tightening them until they stop. NOTICE: Do not run the engine at full throttle when Before installing the stern drain plugs, bilge water remains in the engine com- clean the drain plug threads and the...
  • Page 54: Transporting On A Trailer

    Operation and handling requirements engine, which can result in severe dam- EJU33465 Transporting on a trailer age. [ECJ00554] When transporting the watercraft on a trailer, secure the tie downs to the trailer through the bow eye and stern eyes. NOTICE: Do not at- tach ropes or tie downs to any part of the watercraft other than the bow eye and stern eyes to secure the watercraft to the...
  • Page 55: First-Time Operation

    First-time operation EJU32786 Engine break-in ECJ00432 NOTICE Failure to perform the engine break-in could result in reduced engine life or even severe engine damage. The engine break-in is essential to allow the various components of the engine to wear and polish themselves to the correct operat- ing clearances.
  • Page 56: Pre-Operation Checks

    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. EJU41233 Pre-operation checklist Before using this watercraft, be sure to perform the checks in the following checklist.
  • Page 57 Pre-operation checks ITEM ROUTINE PAGE Hood Check that the hood is securely closed. Seat Check that the seat is securely installed. POST-LAUNCH CHECKS Check that water is discharged from the cooling Cooling water pilot outlet water pilot outlet while the engine is running. Multifunction information Check the multifunction information center for prop- center...
  • Page 58: Pre-Operation Check Points

    Pre-operation checks If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel sys- EJU32282  Pre-operation check points tem must be repaired by a qualified me- EJU40546 chanic. Improper repairs can make the Pre-launch checks watercraft unsafe to operate. Perform the pre-launch checks in the pre-op- eration checklist while the watercraft is on Make sure that there is no damage, leakage, land.
  • Page 59 Pre-operation checks the dipstick attached to the oil tank filler cap. aged, obstructed, or not connected prop- (See page 45 for information on checking the erly. [EWJ00452] engine oil level.) 1 Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead 2 Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead 1 Oil tank filler cap/Dipstick 3 Breather hose Make sure that the electrolyte level is be-...
  • Page 60 Pre-operation checks whole range, and that the free play is not ex- right and left fully turned positions of the jet cessive. thrust nozzle. Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the right and left to make sure that the jet thrust nozzle moves as the handlebars are turned, and that there is no difference between the Difference between fully turned posi-...
  • Page 61 (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) Make sure that the remote control transmitter out the whole range. Also, make sure that the operates properly. (See page 26 for Yamaha Security System setting procedures and page 31 for Low RPM Mode activation pro- cedures.)
  • Page 62 The engine shut-off cord (lan- (1) VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser: If the lock mode yard) may not pull free when the operator is selected for the Yamaha Security Sys- falls off, allowing the watercraft to contin- tem setting, select the unlock mode.
  • Page 63 Always carry a fire extinguisher on board. A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this watercraft. If you do not have one, contact a Yamaha dealer or a fire extinguish- er dealer to obtain one meeting the proper specifications.
  • Page 64: Post-Launch Checks

    Pre-operation checks EJU41441 EJU32715 Hood check Multifunction information center check Push down on the rear of the hood and make Make sure that the multifunction information sure that it is securely closed. center operates properly. (See page 33 for in- formation on proper operation of the multi- function information center.) EJU40145...
  • Page 65: Operation

    Consult a EJU33006 Learning to operate your watercraft Yamaha dealer about any control or func- Before operating the watercraft, always per- tion that you do not fully understand. Fail- form the pre-operation checks listed on page ure to understand how the controls work 50.
  • Page 66: Riding Position

    To start the engine: (1) VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser: If the lock mode is selected for the Yamaha Security Sys- tem setting, select the unlock mode. (See page 26 for Yamaha Security Sys- tem setting procedures.)
  • Page 67: Stopping The Engine

    Operation is attached correctly. If the engine to avoid. A collision could result in severe shut-off cord (lanyard) is not attached injury or death. [EWJ00602] correctly, it may not pull free when the operator falls off, allowing the water- craft to continue to run and cause an accident.
  • Page 68: Turning The Watercraft

    Operation throttle lever is in the fully closed (idle) posi- 30 for information on operating the shift le- tion. ver.) 1 Shift lever VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser: 2 Forward position When the shift lever is in the forward position and the engine is running, the watercraft will move forward.
  • Page 69 B. Less throttle produces lower thrust, so the watercraft will turn more gradually. You need throttle to steer. This model is equipped with the Yamaha En- C. Releasing the throttle lever completely gine Management System (YEMS) that in- produces only minimum thrust. If you are cludes an off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
  • Page 70: Stopping The Watercraft

    Operation craft is decelerating, but you can turn more Operate defensively at safe speeds and  sharply if you apply throttle while turning the keep a safe distance away from people, handlebars. The OTS system does not func- objects, and other watercraft to give you tion below planing speeds or when the en- time to stop.
  • Page 71: Boarding The Watercraft

    Operation NOTICE: Never run the engine in water (See page 30 for information on the reverse system.) that is less than 60 cm (2 ft) deep from the bottom of the watercraft, otherwise peb- bles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake, causing impeller damage and en- gine overheating.
  • Page 72 Operation (2) Pull yourself up to a kneeling position on person in front of them or to the handgrip the boarding platform, and then move to provided. the seat and sit astride. The heavier the total weight of the operator and passenger(s), the more difficult it will be to balance the watercraft.
  • Page 73 Operation their feet on the floor of the footwell, and (8) Look in all directions, start the engine, securely hold on to the operator. and then start off slowly. To board when it is difficult to balance at a standstill: (1) Have the passenger(s) steady the water- craft, and then board as noted in the pre- vious section “Boarding alone”.
  • Page 74: Starting Off

    Operation senger crawl onto the seat while main- Operate defensively at safe speeds and  taining their balance. keep a safe distance away from people, objects, and other watercraft. Do not follow directly behind watercraft  or other boats. Do not go near others to spray or splash them with water.
  • Page 75: Capsized Watercraft

    Operation (2) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) Be sure to shut the engine off by pulling  to your left wrist, and then attach the clip on the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to to the engine shut-off switch. remove the clip from the engine shut-off (3) Look in all directions, start the engine, switch.
  • Page 76: Beaching And Docking The Watercraft

    Operation which can result in severe damage. (2) Release the throttle lever to reduce speed about 100 m (330 ft) before you [ECJ00542] reach the intended beaching area. (3) Slowly approach the beach and stop the engine just before reaching land.
  • Page 77: After Removing The Watercraft From The Water

    Operation speed. If weeds may have clogged the intake area, clean the jet intake. (See page 85 for in- formation on the jet intake.) EJU40242 After removing the watercraft from the water ECJ01311 NOTICE Do not run the engine over 4000 r/min on land.
  • Page 78: Care And Storage

    Care and storage (3) Connect the garden hose adapter to a EJU37146 Post-operation care garden hose. EWJ00331 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.
  • Page 79: Cleaning The Watercraft

    Care and storage ter flows out continually from the jet (See page 77 for information on rust- thrust nozzle. proofing the internal engine compo- nents.) (3) Rinse the engine and engine compart- ment with a small amount of water. NOTICE: Do not use high-pressure water when rinsing the engine or en- gine compartment as severe engine damage could result.
  • Page 80 2 Minimum level mark If distilled water was added, check the bat- tery voltage. It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer check the battery voltage and charge the bat- tery. If you charge the battery yourself, be sure to read and follow the instructions pro- vided with the battery tester and charger you use.
  • Page 81 1 Battery terminal (3) Apply Yamaha Marine Grease Yamaha Grease A to the battery termi- nals. Recommended water-resistant grease: Yamaha Marine Grease/Yamaha Grease A (4) Store the battery in a cool, dry place. NOTICE: Storing the battery in an un- charged condition can cause perma- nent battery damage.
  • Page 82: Long-Term Storage

    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 Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end) ...
  • Page 83: Rustproofing

    Care and storage VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser: engine is hot. The sprayed substance  Shift cable (reverse gate end) or propellants could catch fire. [EWJ00262] 1 Intake opening EJU41671 Rustproofing (4) Connect the air intake duct and securely Rustproofing the hull, deck, and engine tighten the clamp screw.
  • Page 84: Maintenance

    1 Tool bag See a Yamaha dealer for genuine Yamaha re- 2 Screwdriver 3 Garden hose adapter placement parts and optional accessories 4 10/12 mm box wrench designed for your watercraft.
  • Page 85: Periodic Maintenance Chart

    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. This “ ” mark indicates items to be checked and serviced by a Yamaha dealer. Initial Thereafter every...
  • Page 86: Engine Oil And Oil Filter

    Do not run the engine with too much or not enough oil in the engine, otherwise the en- gine could be damaged. It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer change the engine oil and the engine oil filter. However, if you choose to change the oil and...
  • Page 87: Specifications

    Specifications Starting system: EJU34543 Specifications Electric Watercraft capacity: Ignition system: T.C.I. Maximum people on board: Spark plug: 3 person CR9EB Maximum load capacity: Spark plug gap: 240 kg (530 lb) 0.7–0.8 mm (0.028–0.031 in) Dimensions: Battery capacity: Length: 12 V, 19 Ah VX Sport 3220 mm (126.8 in) Charging system: VX Deluxe 3270 mm (128.7 in)
  • Page 88: Trouble Recovery

    Troubleshooting If you have any trouble with your watercraft, use the troubleshooting chart to check for the possible cause. If you cannot find the cause, consult a Yamaha dealer. EJU34596 Troubleshooting chart Confirm the possible cause and remedy, and then refer to the applicable page.
  • Page 89 Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos- larly or stalls sible Stale or contaminat- Have serviced by — Yamaha dealer Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by — Yamaha dealer Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by —...
  • Page 90 (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean Impeller damaged or Have serviced by worn Yamaha dealer Engine over- Engine speed reduc- Clean jet intake and heat warning tion control activated cool engine Oil pressure Engine speed reduc-...
  • Page 91: Emergency Procedures

    Trouble recovery ways stop the engine before beaching the EJU34624 Emergency procedures watercraft. EJU34635 Cleaning the jet intake and impeller EWJ00783 WARNING Before attempting to remove weeds or de- bris from the jet intake or impeller area, shut the engine off and remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch.
  • Page 92: Jumping The Battery

    If debris is difficult to remove, consult a Yamaha dealer. EJU34642 Jumping the battery If the watercraft battery has run down, the en- gine can be started using a 12-volt booster battery and jumper cables.
  • Page 93 Trouble recovery (2) Loosen the cap on the electrical box and sive electrical system damage and remove it. possible fire. [EWJ00803] 1 Electrical box 1 Spare fuse 2 Cap 2 Fuse 3 Cap (3) Replace the blown fuse with the spare fuse of the correct amperage by using the fuse puller on the reverse side of the cap.
  • Page 94: Towing The Watercraft

    If this occurs, engine damage. [ECJ01331] have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft. Tow the watercraft at 8 km/h (5 mph) or less. NOTICE: Tow the watercraft at 8 km/h (5 EJU34716...
  • Page 95 Index Enjoy your watercraft responsibly.... 19 After removing the watercraft from the Equipment..........38 water............. 71 Fire extinguisher check ......57 Battery care..........73 Fire extinguisher holder and cover... 42 Battery checks ......... 53 Fire extinguisher holder, cover, and Battery, jumping........86 band checks .........
  • Page 96 (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) ....... 55 Water-skiing ..........17 Remote control transmitter (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) ..........25 Yamaha Security System settings ... 26 Reverse system checks (VX Deluxe / Yamaha Security System (VX Deluxe / VX Cruiser) ..........54 VX Cruiser) ..........
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