Yamaha XLT800 WaveRunner 2003 Owner's/Operator's Manual page 76

2. Turn the fuel cock knob to the "ON" posi-
tion.
NOTE:
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Before starting the watercraft, after it has
been sitting, remove the fuel tank filler cap
to release any built-up pressure in the tank
due to fuel expansion.
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3. Attach the clip 1 to the engine shut-off
switch 2. Also, attach the engine shut-
off cord 3 to your left wrist.
WARNING
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Check that the engine shut-off cord is not
frayed or broken, and keep it free from
the handlebars so the engine stops if the
operator falls off. The engine shut-off
cord may not pull free if wrapped around
the handlebars when the operator falls
off, allowing the watercraft to continue to
run and cause an accident.
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NOTE:
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It is not possible to start the engine with the
clip removed from the engine shut-off
switch.
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4. Pull and hold the choke knob all the way
out to start a cold engine.
NOTE:
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The choke should not be used when the
engine is warm.
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