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Safety information

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Limitations on who may
The safe use and operation of this water- operate the watercraft
craft is dependent upon the use of proper  Yamaha recommends a minimum operator
riding techniques, as well as upon the age of 16 years old.
common sense, good judgment, and ex- Adults must supervise use by minors.
pertise of the operator. Every operator Know the operator age and training re-
should know the following requirements quirements for your state. A boating safety
before riding the watercraft. course is recommended and may be re-
 Before operating the watercraft, read this quired in your state. You can find local rules
owner’s/operator’s manual, the Riding by contacting the United States Coast
Practice Guide, the Riding Instruction card, Guard (USCG), the National Association of
and all labels on the watercraft. Also, watch State Boating Law Administrators, or your
the WaveRunner Basic Orientation Video local Power Squadron.
linked to the following QR code.  This watercraft is designed to carry the op-
erator and up to 2 passengers. Never ex-
ceed the maximum load limit or allow more
than 3 persons (or 2 persons if a wake-
boarder or water-skier is being pulled) to
ride the watercraft at any time.

https://yamahawaverunners.com/orientation
A DVD is also available your nearest dealer
for your convenience.
These materials should give you an under-
standing of the watercraft and its opera-
tion.
Maximum load:
 Never allow anyone to operate this water-
240 kg (530 lb)
craft until they too have read this own- Load is the total weight of cargo, op-
er’s/operator’s manual, the Riding Practice erator, and passengers.
Guide, the Riding Instruction card, and all
labels, and, if possible, watched the  Do not operate the watercraft with any pas-
WaveRunner Basic Orientation Video. sengers on board until you have consider-
Showing them the video may help reinforce able practice and experience riding alone.
the information contained in these materi- Operating the watercraft with passengers
als. requires more skill. Take the time to be-
come accustomed to the handling charac-

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