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Pre-operation checks

EJU32535 EJU32657
Fire extinguisher check Jet intake checks
Check that there is a full fire extinguisher on Make sure that the jet intake is not damaged
board. or clogged with weeds or debris. If the jet in-
take is clogged, clean it. (See page 79 for in-
formation on the jet intake.)
EJU44252
Stern drain plug checks
Loosen the stern drain plugs and remove
them, and then make sure that the plugs and
O-rings on the plugs are not damaged and
that there is no foreign material on the
threads or O-rings on the plugs. NOTICE:
Before installing the stern drain plugs,
clean the drain plug threads and the O-
To check the fire extinguisher, see the in-
rings on the plugs to remove any foreign
structions supplied by the fire extinguisher
materials, such as dirt or sand. Otherwise,
manufacturer. Always keep the fire extin-
the stern drain plugs could be damaged,
guisher secured in the holder with its cover in
allowing water to enter the engine com-
place.
partment. Check the O-rings on the stern
Always carry a fire extinguisher on board. A
drain plugs and make sure that the plugs
fire extinguisher is not standard equipment
are tightened securely before launching
with this watercraft. If you do not have one,
the watercraft. Otherwise, water may
contact a Yamaha dealer or a fire extinguish-
flood the engine compartment and cause
er dealer to obtain one meeting the proper
the watercraft to submerge. [ECJ00364]
specifications.
Fire extinguisher:
Classification:
5-B (B-1)
Capacity:
2 lb or more
EJU40122 2
Safety equipment check
Check that safety equipment meeting the ap-
plicable regulations is on board. 1
EJU32353 1 Stern drain plug
Hull and deck check
2 O-ring
Check the hull and deck for damage or other
Securely install the stern drain plugs by tight-
problem.
ening them until they stop.

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