2008 WaveRunner VX/VX Sport/ VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S MANUAL U.S.A. Edition READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION! LIT-18626-07-52 F1K-F8199-13 Important manual information EJU30180 To the owner/operator Thank you for choosing a Yamaha watercraft. This owner's/operator's manual contains information you will need for proper operation, maintenance, and care. A thorough understanding of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha. If you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your watercraft, please consult a Yamaha dealer. Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing product improvement, this product may not be exactly as described in this owner's/operator's manual. Specifications are subject to change without notice. This manual should be considered a permanent part of this watercraft and should remain with it even if the watercraft is subsequently sold. In this manual, information of particular importance is distinguished in the following ways: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! EWJ00070 NOTE: A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer. EJU30220 WaveRunner VX/VX Sport/VX Deluxe/ VX Cruiser OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S MANUAL ©2007 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA 1st Edition, June 2007 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is expressly prohibited. Printed in USA P/N LIT-18626-07-52 WARNING Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the machine operator, passengers, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the watercraft. ECJ00090 CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the watercraft. Table of contents General and important labels........... 1 Identification numbers .................... 1 Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ........................................... 1 Hull Identification Number (HIN) ........ 1 Engine serial number ........................ 1 Cooling water pilot outlet ................. Steering system ............................... Shift lever (for VX Deluxe/ VX Cruiser) .................................. Handgrip .......................................... Bow eye ........................................... Stern eyes ....................................... Yamaha Engine Management System (YEMS) ........................... Yamaha Security System and low-RPM mode (for VX Deluxe/ VX Cruiser) .................................. Multifunction information center ...... Storage compartments .................... 31 32 32 33 33 33 34 Emission control information .......... 2 Approval label of emission control certificate ........................................ 2 Manufactured date label .................... 2 Star labels ......................................... 2 Important labels .............................. 4 Warning labels ................................... 5 Other labels ....................................... 7 34 36 40 Safety information............................. 9 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft .............................. 9 Cruising limitations ....................... 10 Operation requirements ............... 12 Recommended equipment ........... 14 Hazard information ....................... 15 Watercraft characteristics ............. 15 Water-skiing ................................. 17 Rules of the Road ........................ 18 To get more boating safety information ................................ 22 Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ................................ 23 Features and functions................... 24 Location of main components ...... 24 Operation of controls and other functions .................................... 28 Seat ................................................. Hood ................................................ Fuel tank filler cap ........................... Remote control transmitter (for VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser) .......... Engine stop switch .......................... Engine shut-off switch ..................... Start switch ...................................... Throttle lever ................................... 28 28 29 29 30 30 31 31 Operation ......................................... 43 Fuel and oil .................................. 43 Gasoline .......................................... 43 Engine oil ......................................... 44 Filling the fuel tank .......................... 44 Pre-operation checks ................... 45 Pre-operation check list ................... 45 Pre-operation check points .............. 47 Operation ..................................... 54 Engine break-in ............................... Launching the watercraft ................. Starting the engine .......................... Stopping the engine ........................ Leaving the watercraft ..................... Getting to know your watercraft ....... Learning to operate your watercraft ..................................... Riding with passengers ................... Starting the watercraft ..................... Boarding and starting in deep water ............................................ Capsized watercraft ......................... Turning the watercraft ..................... Stopping the watercraft ................... Beaching the watercraft ................... Docking the watercraft ..................... Reverse on waterways (for VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser) .......... 54 54 54 56 56 57 57 58 58 59 62 63 65 65 65 65 Operating your watercraft ............ 57 Table of contents Rough water operation .................... 66 Post-operation care ...................... 66 Transporting ................................. 67 Maintenance and care..................... 68 Storage ......................................... 68 Flushing the cooling system ............ Lubrication ....................................... Fuel system ..................................... Battery ............................................. Cleaning the watercraft ................... Owner's/operator's manual and tool kit ........................................... Periodic maintenance chart ............. Checking the fuel system ................ Engine oil and oil filter ..................... Air filter element .............................. Checking the jet thrust nozzle angle ............................................ Checking the shift cable (for VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser) .......... Checking and adjusting the throttle cable ............................................ Cleaning and adjusting the spark plugs ............................................ Lubrication points ............................ Checking the battery ....................... Fuel injection system ....................... 68 69 69 70 70 Consumer information ................... 90 Limited warranty ........................... 90 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.) ..................................... 92 Maintenance and adjustments ..... 71 72 73 75 75 76 76 76 77 77 78 79 80 Specifications .................................. 82 Specifications ................................ 82 Trouble recovery ............................. 83 Troubleshooting ........................... 83 Troubleshooting chart ...................... 83 Emergency procedures ................ 85 Cleaning the jet intake and impeller ........................................ Jumping the battery ......................... Replacing the fuses ......................... Towing the watercraft ...................... Submerged watercraft ..................... 85 86 87 88 88 General and important labels EJU30260 EJU30300 Identification numbers Record the Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number, Hull Identification Number (HIN), and engine serial number in the spaces provided for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer. Also record and keep these ID numbers in a separate place in case your watercraft is stolen. EJU30281 Hull Identification Number (HIN) The HIN is stamped on a plate attached to the aft deck. Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number The PRI-ID number is stamped on a plate attached inside the engine compartment. MODEL: VX1100-G (VX) VX1100C-G (VX Sport) VX1100B-G (VX Deluxe) VX1100A-G (VX Cruiser) 1 Hull Identification Number (HIN) location EJU30310 Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on a plate attached to the engine unit. 1 Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number location 1 Engine serial number location 1 General and important labels EJU30350 EJU30430 Emission control information This engine conforms to 2008 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and/or California Air Resources Board (CARB) regulations for marine SI engines. This engine is certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline. EJU30400 Manufactured date label This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head. Approval label of emission control certificate This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head and to the inside of the engine compartment. 1 Manufactured date label location 1 Emission control information label location EJU30440 Star labels This watercraft is labeled with a California Air Resources Board (CARB) star label. See below for a description of your particular label. 1 Emission control information label location 1 Star label location 2 General and important labels One Star - Low Emission The one-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board's Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 75% lower emissions than conventional carbureted twostroke engines. These engines are equivalent to the U.S. EPA's 2006 standards for marine engines. exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003-2008 exhaust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 65% lower emissions than One Star-Low Emission engines. Two Stars - Very Low Emission The two-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board's Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2004 exhaust emission standards. Engines meeting these standards have 20% lower emissions than One Star-Low Emission engines. Four Stars - Super Ultra Low Emission The four-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board's Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2009 exhaust emission standards. Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engines may also comply with these standards. Engines meeting these standards have 90% lower emissions than One Star-Low Emission engines. Three Stars - Ultra Low Emission The three-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board's Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 3 General and important labels EJU30450 Important labels 4 General and important labels EJU35910 Warning labels 5 General and important labels For VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser only 6 General and important labels EJU35923 Other labels 7 General and important labels The following label indicates the correct direction to upright a capsized watercraft. 8 Safety information EJU30670 EJU30730 The safe use and operation of this watercraft is dependent upon the use of proper riding techniques, as well as upon the common sense, good judgment, and expertise of the operator. Every operator should know the following requirements before riding the watercraft. G Before operating the watercraft, read this owner's/operator's manual, the Riding Practice Guide, the Riding Instruction card, and all warning and caution labels on the watercraft. Also, watch the Basic Orientation Video provided with your watercraft. These materials should give you an understanding of the watercraft and its operation. G Never allow anyone to operate this watercraft until they too have read this owner's/operator's manual, the Riding Practice Guide, the Riding Instruction card, and all warning and caution labels, and, if possible, watched the Basic Orientation Video. Showing them the video may help reinforce the information contained in these materials. Limitations on who may operate the watercraft G G Yamaha recommends a minimum operator age of 16 years old. Adults must supervise use by minors. Know the operator age and training requirements for your state. A boating safety course is recommended and may be required in your state. You can find local rules by contacting the United States Coast Guard (USCG), the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators, or your local Power Squadron. This watercraft is designed to carry the operator and up to 2 passengers. Never exceed the maximum load limit or allow more than 3 persons (or 2 persons if a water-skier is being pulled) to ride the watercraft at any time. Maximum load: 240 kg (530 lb) Load is the total weight of cargo, operator, and passengers. G Do not operate the watercr ...