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Yamaha AR230 Owner's / Operator's Manual

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3-7

Jet Intakes

Jet Thurst Intakes

Intake Grates

Before launching the Sport Boat, care-

fully check the jet intakes under the

boat for weeds, debris, or anything else

that might restrict the intake of water. If

the intakes are clogged, cavitation

could occur, reducing jet thrust, and

possibly damaging jet pump parts. In

some cases, the engine may overheat

because of a lack of cooling water, and

damage could result. Engine cooling

water is fed to the engine by the jet

pumps (see page 2-13).

Refer to Jet Pump Clean-Out proce-

dures on page 5-5 before attempting to

remove weeds or debris from the jet

intake or impeller areas.

Rotating parts could cause severe

injury or death. Before attempting to

remove weeds or debris from the jet

intake or impeller areas; shut off the

engines, remove ignition key, then

remove the engine shut-off switch

cord from the shut-off switch.

Fuel System

Refer to page 4-11, “FUEL SYSTEM

INSPECTION,” for correct procedure.

Fuel and Engine Oil Levels

1) Turn the right switch key to ON. Wait

for the fuel gauge needle to stop

moving, then note the fuel level. Add

fuel if necessary.

NOTE: The fuel level is most accurate

when the boat is sitting level on the

trailer or in the water.

2) Open the engine hatch, then check

oil level in the engines. Add as nec-

essary (see page 3-3).

Battery

The Sport Boat uses one battery.

Check the battery condition and the

battery electrolyte level. Make sure

connections are tight and that battery is

properly secured.

The battery must always be fully

charged and in good condition. Loss

of battery power may leave you

stranded. Never operate the Sport

Boat if the battery does not have

sufficient power to start the engine

or if it shows any other signs of

decreased power.

Drainage System

Self-Bailing Deck—

Most water which enters the deck area

bails automatically out the stern

through the large drain hole in the

OPERATION 3

WARNING

WARNING

Fire Extinguisher

Make sure the fire extinguisher is

aboard and full. See the instructions

supplied by the fire extinguisher manu-

facturer to determine proper indication

of condition.

The fire extinguisher canister is located

inside the driver-side console storage

compartment. Open the windshield

cover, and then unscrew the canister to

reach the fire extinguisher.

Always carry a fire extinguisher on

board.

This Sport Boat is an inboard boat less

than 26’ long. A boat of this type MUST

carry a fire extinguisher of a B-1 classi-

fication, with a capacity of two pounds

or more, when navigating in waters

controlled by the U.S. Coast Guard. In

addition, most state and local boating

laws also require that the craft carry a

USCG-approved fire extinguisher

whenever the boat is operated.

A fire extinguisher is not standard

equipment with this boat. If you do not

have one, contact your local Yamaha

Sport Boat dealer or a fire extinguisher

dealer to obtain one meeting the prop-

er specifications.

Access Port Caps

Lift the hatch on the rear platform. Pull

up forcefully on the T-handle of each

cap. If the cap will move, it is not

installed properly. Refer to “Jet Pump

Clean-Out Procedure” on page 5-5 for

proper installation instructions.

3 OPERATION

3-6

WARNING

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