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Control function operation

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1 Throttle lever
The throttle lever returns automatically to its
fully closed (idle) position when released.
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RiDE lever
When the RiDE lever is squeezed, the reverse
gate lowers and the watercraft starts moving
in reverse. If the watercraft is moving forward,
1 Handlebar
the watercraft gradually slows down until it 2 Jet thrust nozzle
stops, and then the watercraft starts moving
Since the strength of the jet thrust determines
in reverse.
the speed and degree of a turn, throttle must
always be applied when attempting a turn,
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This model is equipped with the Yamaha En-
gine Management System (YEMS) that in-
cludes an off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
It will activate at planing speeds should you
attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing
the throttle lever. The OTS system assists in
turning by continuing to supply some thrust
while the watercraft is decelerating, but you
1 RiDE lever
can turn more sharply if you apply throttle
When the RiDE lever is released, it automati-
while turning the handlebars. The OTS sys-
cally returns to its fully closed (idle) position
tem does not function below planing speeds
and the reverse gate moves to the neutral po-
or when the engine is off. Once the engine
sition.
slows down, the watercraft will no longer turn
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Steering system in response to handlebar input until you apply
By turning the handlebars in the direction you throttle again or you reach trolling speed.
wish to travel, the angle of the jet thrust noz- EJU35975
Cooling water pilot outlet
zle is changed, and the direction of the water-
When the engine is running, some of the
craft is changed accordingly.
cooling water that is circulated in the engine
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