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Care and storage

EJU33493  Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end)
Long-term storage
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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.
Storage for long periods of time, such as win-
ter storage, requires preventive maintenance
to ensure against deterioration. It is advisable  EX Sport: Shift cable (reverse gate end) and
to have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha ball joint
dealer prior to storage.
However, the following procedures can be
performed easily by the owner.
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Cleaning
(1) Flush the cooling water passages. (See
page 80 for information on flushing the
cooling water passages.)
TIP:
If you will be storing the watercraft for a pro-
longed period, such as winter storage, top off
the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and add one
ounce of Yamalube Fuel Stabilizer & Condi-
tioner Plus to each gallon of fuel in the fuel
tank before starting the engine.
(2) Clean the watercraft. (See page 81 for in- TIP:
formation on cleaning the watercraft.) Disconnect the shift cable from the ball joint
Wax the hull with a non-abrasive wax before lubricating.
such as Yamalube Professional Polish.
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Lubrication
To keep moving parts sliding or rotating
smoothly, lubricate them with water-resistant
grease.
Recommended water-resistant grease:
YAMALUBE MARINE GREASE

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