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    Pre-operation checks

               WARNING

           Failure to inspect or maintain the boat properly increases the possibility of an accident
           or damage to the boat. Do not operate the boat if you find any problem.
           If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have the
           boat inspected by a Yamaha Boat Dealer.
           Pre-operation checklist
           Before operating this boat, perform the checks in the following checklist. Always follow the inspec-
           tion and maintenance procedures and schedules described in this owner’s/operator’s manual.
           Pre-operation checks should be made each time the boat is used. These checks can be com-
           pleted in a short time. It is worth the time spent to ensure safety and reliability.
                   ITEM                          CHECK                     PAGE
           PRE-LAUNCH CHECKS
           Steering system       Check for proper steering operation.       143
           Remote control levers  Check for proper throttle operation.      143
                                 Check for proper shift operation.
           Throttle/shift paddles   Check for proper operation.             144
           (252SD)
           Fire extinguisher     Check readiness of the extinguisher.       144
           Hull                  Check hull for damage and cracks before launching.  —
           Access port caps      Check for proper installation.             146
           Jet intakes           Check that no debris is in the intakes before launching.  146
           Fuel system           Check fuel system for leaks.               146
           Engine oil level      Check engine oil level; add as necessary.  136
           Batteries             Check battery condition, mounting, and connection.  148
           Bilge water           Check the engine compartment for bilge water.  148
           Drain plug            Check the drain plug for damage and foreign material   148
                                 and check that they are securely installed.
           Engine compartment and   Open the engine hood and check to be sure no gasoline,   149
           blowers               gasoline vapors, or loose electrical connections are
                                 present. Operate the blowers for at least 4 minutes.
           Engine hood           Check that the hood latch is secure.       103
           Lights and horn       Check lights to be sure they operate. Push the horn but-  150, 151
                                 ton to be sure it operates.
           Bimini top (SX250)    Check that the top is secure.           124, 128, 129
           Engine shut-off cord (lan-  Check the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) for damage.  152
           yard)
           Collapsible tower fasteners  Check that the tower fasteners are secured.  122, 123
           (except for SX250)
           POST-LAUNCH CHECKS
           Switches              Check operation of the main switches and engine shut-  152
                                 off switch.
           Cooling water pilot outlets  Check that water comes out while the engines are running.  153
           Fuel level            Check fuel level; add as necessary.        153
           The steering and shifting pre-operation checks will require two persons: one person to oper-
           ate the controls and one person to observe the proper operation at the stern.
           142

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