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Safety information

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Recommended equipment Hazard information
The following items should be carried on  Never start the engine or let it run for any
board your watercraft: length of time in an enclosed area. Exhaust
 Sound-signaling device fumes contain carbon monoxide, a color-
You should carry a whistle or other sound- less, odorless gas that may cause loss of
signaling device that can be used to signal consciousness and death within a short
other boats. See “Rules of the Road” for time. Always operate the watercraft in an
more information. open area.
 Visual distress signals  Do not touch the hot oil tank, muffler, or en-
It is recommended that a U.S. Coast Guard gine during or immediately after engine op-
approved pyrotechnic device be stored in a eration; they can cause serious burns.
waterproof container on your watercraft. A  Do not place magnets or objects with a
mirror can also be used as an emergency strong magnetic force near the throttle le-
signal. Contact a Yamaha dealer or the ver or RiDE lever (EX Deluxe). The electron-
U.S. Coast Guard for more information. ic throttle mechanism of the levers can be
 Watch adversely affected, which could cause loss
A watch is helpful so you will know how of control. In addition, do not place objects
long you have been operating the water- susceptible to magnetic forces (i.e., credit
craft. cards, watches, etc.) close to the throttle
 Towline lever or RiDE lever.
A towline can be used to tow a disabled
watercraft in an emergency.

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