Pre-Operation Checks; Check List - Yamaha XL700Y WaveRunner Owner's/Operator's Manual

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CHECK LIST

Before operating this water vehicle, perform the following checks:
If any item in the Pre-Operation check is not working properly, have it inspected and
repaired before operating the water vehicle. Otherwise an accident could occur.
ITEM
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
BILGE
THROTTLE
STEERING
FUEL AND OIL
BATTERY
FRONT HOOD
SEAT
HULL/DECK
JET (WATER) INTAKE
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
SWITCHES AND LANYARD
COOLING WATER PILOT OUTLET
NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used. This procedure
can be accomplished thoroughly in a short time. The added safety and reliability the
checks assure is worth the time involved.

PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

Open the front hood and remove the
compartment, and remove the seats, and
ventilate the engine compartment.
Check, and remove all water and fuel
residue before launching.
Check for proper throttle operation.
Check for proper steering operation.
Check fuel and oil level; add as necessary.
Check for leaks.
Check fluid level and charge condition.
Check front hood are secured.
Check that the seats are securely fastened to
the deck.
Check the hull and deck for damage or cracks.
Check that no debris is in the intake.
Check readiness of the extinguisher.
Check operation of the starter, stop switch and engine
stop switch lanyard when the vehicle is in the water.
Check that water comes out while the
engine is running.
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