Yamaha EXCITER 270 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l...
  • Page 2 TO THE OWNER Thank you for choosing a Yamaha Jet IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION: In this manual, information of particular Boat. This Owner’s Manual contains importance is distinguished in the fol- information you will need for proper lowing ways: operation, maintenance, and care. A...
  • Page 4 AFETY NFORMATION & F EATURES UNCTIONS PERATION & C AINTENANCE & S ROUBLESHOOTING PECIAL ROCEDURES ONSUMER NFORMATION...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1 SAFETY INFORMATION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER RECORDS ............1-1 Primary I.D. Number ................1-1 Hull Identification Number (H.I.N.)............1-1 Engine Number..................1-1 IMPORTANT LABELS ..................1-2 Location ....................1-2 Labels .....................1-3 SAFETY INFORMATION .................1-7 Limitations On Who May Operate the Jet Boat ........1-7 Required Equipment ................1-8 Additional Equipment Recommendations..........1-8 Apparel....................1-9 Operational Requirements..............1-9...
  • Page 8: Safety Information

    Record your Primary I.D., H.I.N., and engine numbers in the spaces provid- ed to assist you in ordering spare parts from your Yamaha Jet Boat dealer. Also record and keep these I.D. numbers in a separate place in case your Jet Boat ➀...
  • Page 9: Important Labels

    AFETY NFORMATION IMPORTANT LABELS LOCATION...
  • Page 10: Safety Information

    AFETY NFORMATION IMPORTANT LABELS ➀ ➂ ➁ EXT1200 EXT1200W ➃...
  • Page 11 AFETY NFORMATION IMPORTANT LABELS ➄ ➅ ➆ ➇ EXT1200W ➈...
  • Page 12 AFETY NFORMATION IMPORTANT LABELS ➉...
  • Page 13 AFETY NFORMATION IMPORTANT LABELS...
  • Page 14: Limitations On Who May Operate The Jet Boat

    AFETY NFORMATION SAFETY A responsible adult must supervise operation of this boat by minors. INFORMATION Many states have minimum age and WARNING education requirements. Always ________________ check state and local boating laws SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY before you operate the Jet Boat. RESULT IF YOU IGNORE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INFOR- MATION.
  • Page 15: Required Equipment

    AFETY NFORMATION REQUIRED EQUIPMENT ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT RECOMMENDATIONS The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has regulations which describe minimum The following equipment can help standards of safety. You must comply make your boating experience safer with these regulations, which apply to and more enjoyable: boats like your Jet Boat which are less ●...
  • Page 16: Apparel

    AFETY NFORMATION ● You might also consider gloves APPAREL designed for water sports to help ● Because of the drowning hazards protect hands during operation, as associated with water sports, the well as while launching and docking operator and passengers must your boat.
  • Page 17 AFETY NFORMATION ● Always perform the pre-operation checks on page 3-4 before operat- ing to be sure your equipment is working properly. ● The operator should always attach the engine stop switch lanyard (cable) to his PFD so that the engines will stop if the operator accidentally leaves the helm.
  • Page 18: Jet Boat Characteristics

    AFETY NFORMATION ● Maintain a safe distance from other Yamaha Jet Boats are water-jet pro- boats or watercraft, and also watch pelled. The jet pumps are directly for boat's ski ropes or fishing lines. connected to the engines. This Obey the "Rules of the Road" (see...
  • Page 19: Cruising Limitations

    AFETY NFORMATION CRUISING LIMITATIONS ● Do not try to jump other boat's wakes or follow another boat or watercraft too closely or you will increase your chance of colliding with other boats. Do not go over a water-ski jump, or attempt any other kind of jumping maneuver with the boat, since you risk injuring yourself ●...
  • Page 20: Night Operation

    AFETY NFORMATION Be alert to the possibility of adverse NIGHT OPERATION weather. Take note of marine weath- ● When using your Jet Boat before er forecasts and the prevailing dawn and after dusk, you must have weather conditions before setting both bow and stern lights operating.
  • Page 21: Waterskiing

    AFETY NFORMATION WATERSKIING the boat. A wetsuit can also help protect against hypothermia (low You can use the Jet Boat to tow a body temperature) and abrasions. waterskier, using the tow eye provided. ● A second person should be on Do not attach the tow rope to any other board as an observer to watch the location on the boat.
  • Page 22: Basic Boating Rules

    RULES OF THE ROAD right-of-way; it is called the "stand-on" Your Yamaha Jet Boat is legally consid- vessel. The vessel which does not have ered a power boat. Operation of the Jet the right-of-way is called the "give-way Boat must be in accordance with the or "burdened"...
  • Page 23: Rules When Encountering Vessels

    AFETY NFORMATION RULES WHEN ENCOUNTERING Meeting If you are meeting another power ves- VESSELS sel head on, and are close enough to There are three main situations which run the risk of collision, neither of you you may encounter with other vessels has the right-of-way.
  • Page 24: Other Special Situations

    AFETY NFORMATION Narrow Channels and Bends STAND-ON-VESSEL When navigating in narrow channels, you should keep to the right when it is safe and practical to do so. If the oper- ator of a power-driven vessel is prepar- ing to go around a bend that may obstruct the view of other water ves- sels, the operator should sound a pro- longed blast on the horn (4 to 6 sec-...
  • Page 25 AFETY NFORMATION MAIN CHANNEL BUOYS "1" "3" "5" "7" "6" C "1" N "2" LIGHTED BUOY (Port Hand) "7" Odd number, increasing toward head of naviga- tion. Leave to port (left) proceeding upstream. RB "L" White Light Green Light RG "L" "5"...
  • Page 26: To Get More Boating Safety Information

    AFETY NFORMATION Reading Buoys and Other Markers TO GET MORE BOATING The waters of the United states are SAFETY INFORMATION marked for safe navigation by the later- Be informed about boating safety. al system of buoys. Simply put, buoys Additional publications and information and markers have an arrangement of can be obtained from many organiza- shapes, colors, numbers and lights to...
  • Page 27: Accident Reporting

    AFETY NFORMATION ACCIDENT ENJOY YOUR JET REPORTING BOAT RESPONSIBLY Boat operators are required by law to You share the areas you enjoy when file a Boating Accident Report with operating your Jet Boat with others and their state boating law enforcement with nature.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2 FEATURES & FUNCTIONS LOCATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS ............2-1 OPERATION OF CONTROLS AND OTHER FUNCTIONS......2-5 Steering ....................2-5 Engine Stop Switch Lanyard..............2-5 Main Switches..................2-6 Throttle Levers ..................2-6 Shift Lever....................2-7 Choke Knobs ..................2-8 Fuel Tank Filler Cap................2-8 Fuel Cocks ....................2-9 Gauges ....................2-9 Overheat Warning System..............2-11 Switches....................2-12 Engine Hood ..................2-13...
  • Page 30 & F EATURES UNCTIONS LOCATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS MAIN FEATURES PORT FEATURES STARBOARD FEATURES Main Features: High Tension Cords Fuel Tank Spark Plugs Oil Tank Silencer Covers Blower Motor Hood Supports Battery Engine Compartment Vent Outlets Port/Starboard Features: Engine Compartment Drain Plugs Flush Attachments Muffler Boxes Fuel Filters...
  • Page 31 & F EATURES UNCTIONS...
  • Page 32: Features & Functions

    & F EATURES UNCTIONS LOCATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS: Bow light Bow eye Storage compartments Fire extinguisher holder Grab handles Cleats Fuel system inspection access cover Fuel cocks Throttles Shifter Stern light storage Stern light socket Ski tow hook Jet pump cleanout access panel Pump cleanout interlock switches Rear boarding step Deck drains...
  • Page 33: Control Features

    & F EATURES UNCTIONS LOCATION OF MAIN COMPONENTS STARBOARD STARBOARD PORT PORT Control Features: Speedometer Switches and breakers Tachometer Fuel gauge Low oil warning light Lanyard switch Steering wheel Ignition switch / keys Mirrors Chokes Control Features: Bilge outlet Steering nozzles Clean-out compartment drain Boarding step on transom Trailer strap eyes...
  • Page 34: Operation Of Controls And Other Functions

    & F EATURES UNCTIONS OPERATION OF WARNING ________________ CONTROLS AND You need engine power to turn. OTHER FUNCTIONS Pulling the throttle levers back to idle when traveling faster than idle STEERING speeds or shutting off engines can cause you to hit an obstacle you are attempting to avoid, even if you are turning the steering wheel.
  • Page 35: Main Switches

    & F EATURES UNCTIONS OFF: WARNING Ignition circuits are switched off. The ● Always attach the engine stop engine cannot be started but other switches will operate. (The key can be switch lanyard to your personal removed.) flotation device (PFD) before starting the engine.
  • Page 36: Shift Lever

    & F EATURES UNCTIONS A separate throttle lever controls each also has a start-in-gear protection neu- engine. In normal operation the throttle tral switch that prevents the engines levers are moved together. Moving the from cranking if the shift lever in not in throttle levers forward increases engine Neutral.
  • Page 37: Choke Knobs

    & F EATURES UNCTIONS Neutral CHOKE KNOBS The jet pump gates are dropped down part way over the jet nozzles. Some jet thrust is to the rear and some jet thrust is redirected forward. This balance of thrust acts like “neutral” to keep the ➀...
  • Page 38: Fuel Cocks

    & F EATURES UNCTIONS FUEL COCKS CAUTION: ________________ Sharp turns with a partial tank of fuel may result in fuel starvation due to fuel sloshing. Turn the fuel cocks to Reserve if the engines begin to hes- STARBOARD itate during aggressive turning or PORT high speed operation to avoid poor performance or engine damage.
  • Page 39 & F EATURES UNCTIONS 2. Tachometers Always consider the distance you are The Jet Boat has two tachometers travelling and the amount of available which display engine rpm. The one fuel you have. Be sure you have on the left is for the port engine. The enough fuel to reach the next fuel stop.
  • Page 40: Overheat Warning System

    & F EATURES UNCTIONS OVERHEAT WARNING SYSTEM If water is not circulating, something may be clogging the jet intake grate. The engine has an overheat warning Refer to the Jet Pump Clean-Out pro- device. If either engine starts to over- cedures on page 5-4 for further infor- heat, the engine speed of the affected mation.
  • Page 41: Switches

    & F EATURES UNCTIONS SWITCHES back in with your finger. If it pops out again, ask your Yamaha dealer to inspect the electrical system. Blower Bilge Pump CD/Cassette Player Blower Lights Press this switch to turn on the blower Horn to ventilate the engine compartment.
  • Page 42: Engine Hood

    Wiring is also pre- installed for two speakers in the front passenger area. See your Yamaha Jet Boat dealer for infor- Closing Hood mation, as well as installation of compatible stereo systems and front speakers designed for use in your Exciter.
  • Page 43: Storage Compartments

    & F EATURES UNCTIONS Storage Compartments Under Hood, Center Tray There are five on-board storage com- partments. Bow Storage Under Hood, Port Side Ski Locker Port Side, behind front seat _________________ NOTE: Make sure all panels and covers are in place prior to launching or driving the Jet Boat.
  • Page 44 Chapter 3 OPERATION FUEL REQUIREMENTS ..................3-1 Gasoline (Petrol) ..................3-1 Engine Oil ....................3-2 OIL INJECTION SYSTEM ................3-2 GASOLINE (PETROL) AND ENGINE OIL FILLING........3-3 Filling the Gasoline (Petrol)Tank.............3-3 Filling the Oil Tank ..................3-3 PRE-OPERATION CHECKS................3-4 Check List ....................3-4 Check Points ...................3-5 OPERATION....................3-11 Starting the Engines ................3-11 Stopping the Engines................3-14 Break-In (Running-In) Procedure............3-14...
  • Page 46: Operation

    Jet Boat is in the water, be Gasohol containing methanol is not sure it is securely moored to the recommended by Yamaha because it fueling dock. All passengers can cause fuel system damage or must be out of the boat during engine performance problems.
  • Page 47: Engine Oil

    When enough deposits OIL INJECTION collect, piston rings begin sticking. SYSTEM Performance drops and engine wear These engines use Yamaha's oil injec- increases dramatically. tion system, which provides superior While many additives available may lubrication by ensuring the proper oil reduce deposits, Yamaha recommends ratio for all operating conditions.
  • Page 48: Gasoline (Petrol) And Engine Oil Filling

    PERATION GASOLINE (PETROL) FILLING THE OIL TANK AND ENGINE OIL FILLING FILLING THE GASOLINE (PETROL) TANK Open the engine hood, then open the oil tank filler cap. Very slowly add engine oil to the oil tank. Stop pouring when the oil just reaches the bottom of the filler neck.
  • Page 49: Pre-Operation Checks

    PERATION PRE-OPERATION WARNING ________________ CHECKS If any item in the Pre-Operation check is not working properly, have CHECK LIST it inspected and repaired before operating the Jet Boat. Otherwise an Before Operating this Jet Boat, perform accident could occur. the following checks: PAGE ITEM CHECK...
  • Page 50: Check Points

    PERATION _________________ Throttle NOTE: Pre-operation checks should be made each time the boat is used. This proce- dure can be accomplished thoroughly in a short time. The added safety and reliability the checks assure is worth the time involved. CHECK POINTS Steering Operate the throttle levers several times to make sure there is no hesita-...
  • Page 51 A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this boat. If you do not Shift only with the engine idling. Do not have one, contact your local Yamaha shift when applying throttle. Jet Boat dealer or a fire extinguisher dealer to obtain one meeting the prop- Fire Extinguisher er specifications.
  • Page 52: Operation

    PERATION Jet Intakes Fuel System Refer to page 4-10, "FUEL SYSTEM INSPECTION," for correct procedure. Fuel and Engine Oil Levels 1) Turn the main switch key to ON. Wait for the fuel gauge needle to stop moving, then note the fuel level.
  • Page 53 PERATION Drainage System A drain plug is located at the center of the stern to allow more complete drain- Self-Bailing Deck— ing when the boat is removed from the Most water which enters the deck area water. bails automatically out the stern Engine Compartment and through the large drain hole in the Fuel Compartment Drain Plugs—...
  • Page 54 PERATION Engine Compartment Lights Operate the bilge blower for at least 4 Check for proper operation of the bow minutes before starting the engines. and stern lights by pressing the switch Open engine hood and check to be on the control panel. sure no gasoline vapors are present.
  • Page 55 PERATION Horn Cooling-Water Pilot Outlets Check that water comes out from the Press the horn switch to be sure the pilot outlets while engine is running in horn operates. the water. Refer to page 2-11 for cor- rect operation of the device. Engine Stop Switch NOTE: It may take up to 20 seconds for water...
  • Page 56: Starting The Engines

    (water) intake, damaging the impeller. ● Before operating your Jet Boat, become familiar with all controls. Consult your Yamaha dealer about any control or function you do not fully understand. ● Attach the engine stop switch lanyard to your personal flotation device before operating.
  • Page 57 PERATION ➀ ➁ ➀ Engine stop switch ➁ _________________ Lock-plate with lanyard NOTE: _________________ Before the first start-up, remove the NOTE: fuel tank filler cap to release any built- It is not possible to start the engine up pressure in the tank because of fuel with the lock-plate removed from the expansion.
  • Page 58 PERATION _________________ NOTE: ● Be sure the shift lever is put in the Neutral position or the starter motor will not operate. ● On this boat, the engines are con- nected directly to the drive unit. Starting either engine generates some thrust immediately.
  • Page 59: Stopping The Engines

    PERATION STOPPING THE ENGINES BREAK-IN (RUNNING-IN) PROCEDURE The engine and other components require a break-in (running in) period to allow surfaces of moving parts to wear in evenly. This ensures proper perfor- mance and promotes longer engine life. CAUTION: ________________ ●...
  • Page 60: Driving Your Jet Boat

    PERATION DRIVING YOUR Know and follow U.S. Coast Guard, state, and local laws when operating JET BOAT your Jet Boat. Select a wide area to learn in, where GETTING TO KNOW YOUR JET visibility is good and other boat traffic is BOAT light.
  • Page 61: Boating With Passengers

    PERATION BOATING WITH PASSENGERS When one or more passengers are on board, the boat may handle differently, so operating it requires a higher degree of skill. Remember: Your Jet Boat is designed for one operator and up to four pas- sengers only.
  • Page 62: Boarding From A Dock Or Landing Jetty

    PERATION BOARDING FROM A DOCK OR As you make turns, remember that boats steer from the stern. As you make LANDING JETTY a turn to the right, for example, the stern 1) Board the boat from the side. One of the boat swings to the left. This char- person should board at a time by acteristic is particularly important to stepping into the boat.
  • Page 63: Stopping

    PERATION STOPPING DOCKING 1) Make sure no obstructions, boats or swimmers are close to the Jet Boat. Approach the dock from the port 404 ft (123 m) side if possible. Come to a stop before you reach the dock. 2) Notice how wind and water currents are affecting boat movement as you attach your mooring lines and fenders.
  • Page 64: Leaving A Dock

    PERATION 2) When the stern is out a few feet, release the bow mooring then steer WIND OR CURRENT in the direction you want the bow to move. Open the throttle slightly and begin to move away from the dock. BEACHING 1) Make sure no obstructions, boats or swimmers are near the beach.
  • Page 65: Crossing Waves

    PERATION CROSSING WAVES WAVE You won't always have flat, smooth water. There will be waves, wakes from other boats, etc. The best way to cross waves or wakes is with the least "jolt" to you and the boat. Small waves are not as difficult to 90°...
  • Page 66 Jet Boat. Clean any foreign material, such as dirt or sand, from the threads before installing the drain plug. 5) Spray a rust inhibitor, such as Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant, on metallic parts to mini- mize corrosion. 3-21...
  • Page 67: Trailering

    PERATION TRAILERING HITCH The trailer hitch ball must match the WARNING ________________ size of the socket on the trailer hitch coupler. Hitches are divided into class- Avoid accident and injury from es that specify the gross trailer weight improper trailering: (GTW) and the maximum tongue ●...
  • Page 68: Backing Your Trailer

    PERATION ● Check wheel bearings and wheel before continuing your trip. On lug nuts before each trip. longer trips, it is a good idea to carry a set of spare wheel bearings, ● Check tail, brake, and turn signal seals, and races. lights for proper operation.
  • Page 69: Launching

    PERATION LAUNCHING 5. Remove the bow line from the bow eye. 6. Back the trailer farther into the water until just the tops of the fenders show, then reset the parking brake. Board the boat and start it. If possi- ble, remain on the trailer until the engines are warm and are respond- ing to throttle.
  • Page 70: Lifting

    PERATION 4. Make sure the boat is centered on LIFTING the support rails and is headed ___________ CAUTION: straight for the bow stop (bumper board). Ease the boat forward until Do not attach lifting cables to the the bow rests against the bow stop. bow eye, cleats, waterski tow eye, or grab handles.
  • Page 72 Chapter 4 MAINTENANCE AND CARE STORAGE ......................4-1 Cooling System Flushing ................4-1 Lubrication ....................4-2 Battery ....................4-3 Cleaning....................4-3 ADJUSTMENT AND MAINTENANCE ............4-4 Tool Kit ....................4-4 Periodic Inspection Chart................4-5 Spark Plug Cleaning and Adjustment.............4-6 Grease Points ..................4-7 Fuel System Inspection ................4-10 Fuel Filter....................4-11 Fuel Tank ....................4-11 Oil Injection System Inspection ............4-11 Bleeding the Oil Injection Pump ............4-12...
  • Page 74: Maintenance And Care

    ➀ ensure against deterioration. It is ➂ advisable to have the Jet Boat serviced by an authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer before storage. However, the fol- lowing procedures can be performed by the owner with a minimum of tools. ➀...
  • Page 75: Lubrication

    With the engine running at a fast idle, quickly 6. Replace the cap securely. spray as much Yamaha Stor-Rite 7. Repeat the flushing procedure for Fogging Oil (Part No. LUB-STRRT- the other engine.
  • Page 76: Battery

    4. Spray the exterior of the engines with Yamaha Silicone Protectant ➁ and Lubricant (LUB-SLCNE-13-00). ➀ 5. Wax the hull with a non-abrasive wax such as Yamaha Ultra Gloss Cleaner Wax (ACC-UTLRA-CL-WX) ➁ or other wax designed for marine gelcoat. WARNING...
  • Page 77: Adjustment And Maintenance

    ● If the owner is not familiar with machine servicing, this work should be done by a Yamaha dealer or other qualified mechan- ic. Improperly serviced compo- nents could fail or stop operating correctly, which could result in an accident.
  • Page 78: Periodic Inspection Chart

    Frequency of maintenance operations may be adjusted according to the operating conditions, but the following table gives general guidelines. ● Indicates the checkups which you may do yourself. ■ Indicates work to be done by your Yamaha dealer Maintenance interval Initial Thereafter Page...
  • Page 79: Spark Plug Cleaning And Adjustment

    Instead, take the Jet plug or inside the cap. Push the spark Boat to a Yamaha Jet Boat dealer. You plug cap down until it clicks. should periodically remove and inspect...
  • Page 80: Grease Points

    AINTENANCE GREASE POINTS To keep moving parts sliding or rotating smoothly, coat them with water resis- tant grease such as Yamaha Marine Grease (ACC-GREAS-14-CT), YAMAHA grease A, or an equivalent. Throttle cable and choke cable Grease the throttle-cable and choke- cable inner wires at the carburetors.
  • Page 81: Bearing Housing

    Recommended water resistant grease: YAMAHA Marine Grease (ACC-GREAS-14-CT), or YAMAHA Grease A The first service should be done after 10 hours or 1 month by your YAMAHA ➀ dealer. Fill the bearing housing with water resistant grease through the grease nipple.
  • Page 82 YAMAHA Marine Grease (ACC-GREAS-14-CT), or YAMAHA Grease A ➀ The first service should be done after 10 hours or 1 month by your YAMAHA dealer. Fill the starter motor idle gear through the grease nipple. Grease capacity: 8.0 cc (0.27 oz) After first service: Every 100 hours or 6 months (you may do this yourself).
  • Page 83: Fuel System Inspection

    If repair is necessary, consult your nearest Yamaha Jet Boat dealer. WARNING ________________ Always properly dispose of gasoline One access panel is located on the (petrol) soaked rags. They can spon- upper deck wall on the port side, visible taneously ignite.
  • Page 84: Fuel Filter

    200 hours of any water or dirt is found in the oil tank, operation, or if water is found in the fil- take the Jet Boat to your Yamaha deal- ter. Take the Jet Boat to your Yamaha er for service.
  • Page 85: Bleeding The Oil Injection Pump

    Most adjusting should be left to a Yamaha Jet Boat dealer who Place the Jet Boat afloat. Start the has the professional knowledge and engine and warm it up for one or two experience to do so.
  • Page 86: Steering Cable Inspection

    Both throttle levers should move ment. The nozzles should both point smoothly from idle to full throttle and straight back when the steering back. If not, ask your Yamaha Jet Boat wheel is centered. dealer for service. If steering is stiff or misadjusted, ask your Yamaha dealer to service it.
  • Page 87: Choke Cable Adjustment

    Both gates should drop down over the nozzles to the stops. If reverse gates do not operate smooth- ly or correctly, ask your authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer for service. FUSE REPLACEMENT ➀ ➂ Pull the choke knob out until it stops.
  • Page 88: Battery

    & C AINTENANCE WARNING ________________ A battery produces explosive gases. Do not use fuses of higher amper- Keep sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc., that those recommended. away. Ventilate when charging or Substitution of a fuse of improper using in enclosed space. Always rating can cause extensive electrical shield eyes when working near bat- system damage and possible fire.
  • Page 89 & C AINTENANCE ➀ Recharging WARNING ________________ ➂ ➁ ● When charging the battery, keep it well away from sparks and open flames, as it gives off explo- sive gases. ● When using a battery charger, connect the battery to the charg- ➀...
  • Page 90: Specifications

    & C AINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS MODEL UNIT EXT1200 JET BOAT ITEM VEHICLE CAPACITY Maximum people on board Number of people Maximum load capacity DIMENSIONS Length feet / inches 16' 7" Beam feet / inches 7' 7" Draft inches 13" Dry weight 1690 PERFORMANCE Maximum output...
  • Page 92 Chapter 5 TROUBLESHOOTING & SPECIAL PROCEDURES TROUBLESHOOTING ................5-1 Troubleshooting Chart...............5-1 SPECIAL PROCEDURES................5-3 Towing the Jet Boat ................5-3 Jump Starting..................5-3 Jet Pump Clean-Out Procedure............5-4...
  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    Yamaha Jet Boat dealer or qualified mechanic for the proper service. The Troubleshooting Chart contains "TROUBLE", "POSSIBLE CAUSE", "REMEDY", "REFER PAGE".
  • Page 95 Engine runs irregularly or Stale or • Have serviced at • Fuel stalls contaminated Yamaha dealer Oil and gasoline • Have serviced at mixture is too rich Yamaha dealer • Choke Knob is left pulled • Push it in fully Water or dust •...
  • Page 96: Special Procedures

    & S ROUBLESHOOTING PECIAL ROCEDURES EMERGENCY JUMP STARTING PROCEDURES TOWING THE JET BOAT – – – ➀ Negative (–) jumper cable ➁ Positive (+) jumper cable ➀ Bow eye If the boat batteries run down, the The Jet Boat should be towed only if it engines can be started in an emer- becomes inoperative.
  • Page 97: Jet Pump Clean-Out Procedure

    & S ROUBLESHOOTING PECIAL ROCEDURES To connect the jumper cables: JET PUMP CLEAN-OUT PROCEDURE 1. Connect the positive (+) terminal of the dead battery to the positive ter- WARNING ________________ minal (+)of the booster battery with SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH MAY the positive jumper cable.
  • Page 98 If you shut off the engines should the cannot remove the debris, consult hatch be accidentally opened your Yamaha Jet Boat Dealer. during operation. The engines will not restart unless the hatch 5. To reinstall the access port cap, first is closed and latched.
  • Page 100 Chapter 6 CONSUMER INFORMATION & INDEX LIMITED WARRANTY ..................6-1 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S) ............6-4 BOATING TERMS.....................6-5 SAMPLE FLOAT PLAN ..................6-6 INDEX.......................6-7...
  • Page 102 Owner’s Manual. The owner of the Jet Boat shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten (10) days of discovery and make the boat available at that time for inspection and repairs at the dealer’s place of business.
  • Page 103 Charges for transporting the Jet Boat to and from an authorized Yamaha Jet Boat dealer are excluded from warranty coverage.
  • Page 104 2. Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at the time of sale, and upon your request at any later date. In addition, each Yamaha Jet Boat dealer is held responsible for his setup, service and warranty repair work.
  • Page 105: C Onsumer I Nformation

    Yamaha owners like you, and only components to match the comforting 5- while your Yamaha is still within the first year year standard protection on the hull. of the Yamaha Limited Warranty period. So visit your authorized Yamaha dealer to get all ●...
  • Page 106 & I ONSUMER NFORMATION NDEX BOATING TERMS TERM DEFINITION The front part of the boat. Deck The "floor" or upper structure which covers the hull. Give-Way The vessel which 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.
  • Page 107: Float Plan

    Leave a float plan with a responsible person on shore before boating. The exam- ple below can be copied and used. FLOAT PLAN VESSEL INFORMATION BOAT MAKE: YAMAHA MOTOR TYPE: Jet MODEL: Exciter 270 LENGTH.: 16'7" COLOR: White with red and black REG. NO.: PASSENGERS OPERATOR:...
  • Page 108 & I ONSUMER NFORMATION NDEX INDEX Change of address (warranty)....6-3 Checks: Accident Reporting......1-20 Battery condition ....3-7, 4-3, 4-16 Adjustment and Maintenance....4-4 Bilge..........3-8 Age Limit ..........1-7 Cooling water outlets......3-10 Anchor ...........1-8 Engine compartment ......3-9 Apparel ..........1-9 Fire extinguisher .......3-6 Fuel leak ....3-8, 3-9, 4-3, 4-10 Bad weather operation ......1-12 Fuel/oil level ........3-7 Basic skills..........1-9...
  • Page 109 & I ONSUMER NFORMATION NDEX Fuel system inspection......4-10 Fuel tank ..........4-11 Deck drain ..........3-8 Fuel tank capacity .........3-3 Docking ..........3-18 Fuel tank filler cap.........2-8 Drain plugs ..........3-8 Fuse replacement .......4-14 Draining the bilge ......3-8, 4-3 Fuses and circuit breakers..2-12, 4-14 Electrical box .........2-1 Garden hose adapter ......4-1 “Emergency”...
  • Page 110 & I ONSUMER NFORMATION NDEX other functions ........2-5 Operational requirements....2-11 Lanyard......1-10, 2-5, 3-10, 3-12 Overheat warning system ....2-10 Lanyard, engine stop switch ....1-10, 2-5, 3-10, 3-12 Overtaking another vessel (Rules of the Road) ......1-17 Launching..........3-24 Lights ........1-3,2-2, 3-9 P, Q Limit on running engine out of water..4-1 Period of warranty .........6-1 Limit on starter motor...
  • Page 111 ..........4-7 Wetsuit .........1-9, 1-14 Steering inspection ......3-5, 4-13 Y, Z Steering pivot points, greasing....4-7 Stern light ......1-13, 2-2, 2-12 Yamaha Extended Service (Y.E.S.)..6-4 Stopping........1-11, 3-18 Stopping the engines ......3-14 Storage..........4-1 Storage compartments......2-14 Swimmers and traffic ..1-10, 1-15, 3-15 Switches........2-6, 2-12...
  • Page 112 & I ONSUMER NFORMATION NDEX 6-11...

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