Pre-Operation Check Points; Pre-Launch Checks - Yamaha VX Sport Owner's Manual

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Pre-operation check points

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Pre-launch checks

Perform the pre-launch checks in the pre-op-
eration checklist while the watercraft is on
land.
To perform the pre-launch checks:
(1) Remove the seat. (See page 44 for seat
removal and installation procedures.)
(2) Perform the checks and make sure that
there are no malfunctioning items or oth-
er problems.
(3) After completing these checks, securely
install the seat in its original position.
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Engine compartment check
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WARNING
Failure to ventilate the engine compart-
ment could result in a fire or explosion. Do
not start the engine if there is a fuel leak.
Ventilate the engine compartment. Leave the
engine compartment open for a few minutes
to allow any fuel vapors to escape.
Make sure that there is no damage inside the
engine compartment.
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Fuel system checks
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WARNING
Leaking fuel can result in fire or explosion.
Check for fuel leakage regularly.
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Pre-operation checks
If any fuel leakage is found, the fuel sys-
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tem must be repaired by a qualified me-
chanic. Improper repairs can make the
watercraft unsafe to operate.
Make sure that there is no damage, leakage,
or other problem in the fuel system.
Check:
Fuel filler cap and seal for damage
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Fuel tank for damage and leakage
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Fuel hoses and joints for damage and leak-
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age
Fuel tank breather hose for damage and
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leakage
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Fuel level check
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
Add fuel if necessary. (See page 50 for infor-
mation on filling the fuel tank.)
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Water separator check
Make sure that no water has collected in the
water separator. If water has collected in the
water separator, drain it. (See page 34 for in-
formation on draining the water separator.)
1 Water separator
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Engine unit check
Check the exterior of the engine unit for dam-
age or other problem.
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Engine oil level check
Make sure that the engine oil level is between
the minimum and maximum level marks on
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