Yamaha WaveRunner VXS Owners Manual
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2011 WaveRunner
VXS
VXR
OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
F2M-F8199-10 LIT-18626-09-12
U.S.A. Edition
Read this manual carefully
before operating this watercraft.
DIC183
Read this manual carefully before operating this watercraft. This manual should stay with the WaveRunner if it is sold. UF2M10E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, July 14, 2010 5:02 PM
Important manual information EJU30182 To the owner/operator Thank you for choosing a Yamaha watercraft. This owner’s/operator’s manual contains in- formation you will need for proper operation, maintenance, and care. A thorough under- standing of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha. If you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your watercraft, please consult a Yamaha dealer. In this manual, information of particular impor- tance is distinguished in the following ways: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury haz- ards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. WARNING EWJ00071 A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa- tion which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. NOTICE ECJ00091 A NOTICE indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the watercraft or other property. TIP: A TIP provides key information to make pro- cedures easier or clearer. EJU40400 Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing product improvement, this product may not be exactly as described in this owner’s/opera- tor’s manual. Specifications are subject to change without notice. This manual should be considered a perma- nent part of this watercraft and should remain with it even if the watercraft is subsequently sold. EJU30222 WaveRunner VXS / VXR OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL ©2010 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 1st Edition, July 2010 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. is expressly prohibited. Printed in U.S.A. P/N LIT-18626-09-12 UF2M10E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, July 14, 2010 5:02 PM
Table of contents General and important labels ........... 1 Identification numbers .................... 1 Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ........................................... 1 Hull Identification Number (HIN) ........ 1 Engine serial number ........................ 1 Emission control information .......... 2 Approval label of emission control certificate ........................................ 2 Manufactured date label .................... 2 Star labels ......................................... 3 Important labels .............................. 5 Warning labels ................................... 6 Other labels ....................................... 8 Safety information ........................... 10 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft ............................ 10 Cruising limitations ....................... 11 Operation requirements ............... 13 Recommended equipment ........... 15 Hazard information ....................... 16 Watercraft characteristics ............. 16 Water-skiing ................................. 18 Rules of the Road ........................ 19 To get more boating safety information ................................ 23 Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ................................ 24 Description....................................... 26 Watercraft glossary ...................... 26 Location of main components ...... 27 Control function operation ............. 31 Watercraft control functions ......... 31 Remote control transmitter .............. 31 Yamaha Security System ................ 32 Engine stop switch .......................... 33 Engine shut-off switch ..................... 33 Start switch ...................................... 33 Throttle lever ................................... 34Steering system ............................... 34 Cooling water pilot outlet ................. 35 Water separator ............................... 35 Watercraft operation ....................... 37 Watercraft operation functions ..... 37 Reverse system ............................... 37 Watercraft operation modes ......... 38 Low RPM Mode ............................... 38 Instrument operation ...................... 40 Multifunction information center ... 40 Information display .......................... 40 Equipment operation ...................... 45 Equipment .................................... 45 Seat ................................................. 45 Handgrip .......................................... 46 Reboarding step (VXR) ................... 46 Bow eye ........................................... 46 Stern eyes ....................................... 47 Cleat ................................................ 47 Storage compartments .................... 47 Fire extinguisher holder and cover ............................................ 49 Operation and handling requirements ................................... 51 Fuel requirements ........................ 51 Fuel ................................................. 51 Engine oil requirements ............... 52 Engine oil ......................................... 52 Draining the bilge water ............... 54 Draining the bilge water on land ...... 54 Draining the bilge water on water .... 54 Transporting on a trailer ............... 55 First-time operation ........................ 56 Engine break-in ............................ 56 Pre-operation checks ..................... 57 Pre-operation checklist .................... 57 UF2M10E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, July 14, 2010 5:02 PM
Table of contents Pre-operation check points .......... 59 Pre-launch checks ........................... 59 Post-launch checks ......................... 65 Operation ......................................... 66 Operating your watercraft ............. 66 Getting to know your watercraft ....... 66 Learning to operate your watercraft ............................. 66 Riding position ................................. 67 Launching the watercraft ................. 67 Starting the engine on water ........... 67 Stopping the engine ........................ 68 Leaving the watercraft ..................... 68 Operating the watercraft .................. 68 Turning the watercraft ..................... 69 Stopping the watercraft ................... 70 Operating the watercraft in reverse ..................................... 71 Boarding the watercraft ................... 71 Starting off ....................................... 74 Capsized watercraft ......................... 75 Beaching and docking the watercraft ............................... 76 Operating in weeded areas ............. 76 After removing the watercraft from the water .............................. 77 Care and storage ............................. 78 Post-operation care ...................... 78 Flushing the cooling water passages ...................................... 78 Cleaning the watercraft ................... 79 Battery care ..................................... 79 Long-term storage ........................ 82 Cleaning .......................................... 82 Lubrication ....................................... 82 Rustproofing .................................... 83 Maintenance..................................... 84 Maintenance ................................. 84 Tool kit ............................................. 84 Removing and installing the engine cover ............................................ 84Periodic maintenance chart ............. 87 Engine oil and oil filter ..................... 88 Specifications.................................. 89 Specifications ................................ 89 Trouble recovery ............................. 90 Troubleshooting ........................... 90 Troubleshooting chart ...................... 90 Emergency procedures ................ 93 Cleaning the jet intake and impeller ........................................ 93 Jumping the battery ......................... 94 Replacing the fuses ......................... 94 Towing the watercraft ...................... 96 Submerged watercraft ..................... 96 Consumer information ................... 97 Limited warranty ........................... 97 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ..................................... 99 UF2M10E0.book Page 2 Wednesday, July 14, 2010 5:02 PM
General and important labels 1 EJU30262 Identification numbers Record the Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number, Hull Identification Number (HIN), and engine serial number in the spaces provided for assistance when ordering genuine parts from a Yamaha dealer. Also record and keep these ID numbers in a separate place in case your watercraft is stolen. EJU40500Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number The PRI-ID number is stamped on a plate at- tached inside the engine compartment. (See page 45 for seat removal and installation pro- cedures.) MODEL: VX1800-K (VXS) VX1800A-K (VXR) EJU30300Hull Identification Number (HIN) The HIN is stamped on a plate attached to the aft deck. EJU30311Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on a plate attached to the engine unit. (See page 45 for seat removal and installation proce- dures.) 1Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number loca- tion 1 MODELF2M F PRI-I.D. YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. ASSEMBLED IN U.S.A. FROM AMERICAN AND JAPANESE COMPONENTS. ASSEMBLÉ AUX ÉTATS-UNIS DE PIÈCES AMÉRICAINES ET JAPONAISES. 2M 1Hull Identification Number (HIN) location 1Engine serial number location 1 1 UF2M10E0.book Page 1 Wednesday, July 14, 2010 5:02 PM
General and important labels 2 EJU30352 Emission control information This engine conforms to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and/or California Air Resources Board (CARB) regulations for ma- rine SI engines applicable at the time of man- ufacture. This engine is certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline. EJU41900Approval label of emission control certificate This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head and to the inside of the engine compart- ment. (See page 45 for seat removal and in-stallation procedures and page 84 for engine cover removal and installation procedures.) EJU40490Manufactured date label This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head. (See page 45 for seat removal and in- 1Emission control information label location 1Emission control information label location 1 1 EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATIONENGINE FAMILY:THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO CALIFORNIA AND U.S. EPA EXHAUST REGULATIONS FOR SI MARINE ENGINES. REFER TO THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. THIS VESSEL MEETS U.S. EPA EVAP STANDARDS. FELS (HC+NOx/CO) : g/kW-hr TROLLING SPEED : rpm FUEL : UNLEADED REGULAR GASOLINE CERTIFIED COMPONENTS : YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD. MAX POWER : kW SPARK PLUG : VALVE LASH (mm) IN : EX :DISPLACEMENT : Liters SPARK PLUG GAP (mm) : UF2M10E0.book Page 2 Wednesday, July 14, 2010 5:02 PM
General and important labels 3 stallation procedures and page 84 for engine cover removal and installation procedures.) EJU30440Star labels This watercraft is labeled with a California Air Resources Board (CARB) star label. See be- low for a description of your particular label. One Star - Low Emission The one-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s PersonalWatercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission standards. Engines meet- ing these standards have 75% lower emis- sions than conventional carbureted two- stroke engines. These engines are equivalent to the U.S. EPA’s 2006 standards for marine engines. Two Stars - Very Low Emission The two-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal Water- craft and Outboard marine engine 2004 ex- haust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 20% lower emissions than One Star-Low Emission engines. Three Stars - Ultra Low Emission The three-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003-2008 ex- haust emission standards. Engines meeting 1Manufactured date label location 1Star label location 1 1 UF2M10E0.book Page 3 Wednesday, July 14, 2010 5:02 PM
General and important labels 4 these standards have 65% lower emissions than One Star-Low Emission engines. Four Stars - Super Ultra Low Emission The four-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2009 exhaust emission standards. Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engines may also comply with these standards. Engines meeting these standards have 90% lower emissions than One Star-Low Emission engines. UF2M10E0.book Page 4 Wednesday, July 14, 2010 5:02 PM
General and important labels 5 EJU30452 Important labels Read the following labels before using this watercraft. If have any questions, consult a Yamaha dealer. 12 5 4 3 10 16 8 2 9 7 11 UF2M10E0.book Page 5 Wednesday, July 14, 2010 5:02 PM