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Pre-operation checks

Check that the shift gates are slightly above ically to their original positions when re-
the shift gate neutral position when the re- leased.
mote control levers are in the forward posi-
tion, and that the shift gates are in the fully
open position when the remote control levers
are moved farther forward.
Fully open position 1

1 1

1 Throttle/shift paddle
Fire extinguisher check
As an inboard boat less than 26 feet in length,
your boat must be fitted with one 5-B (B-1)
1 Shift gate type fire extinguisher when navigating waters
controlled by the U.S. Coast Guard. In addi-
Check that the shift gates are in the fully
tion, most state and local boating laws re-
closed position when the remote control le-
quire that the craft carry a USCG-approved
vers are in the reverse position.
fire extinguisher whenever the boat is operat-
Fully closed position
ed.
Make sure at least one fire extinguisher is
aboard and full; two fire extinguishers are
recommended. See the instructions supplied
by the extinguisher manufacturer to deter-
mine the indication of the condition.
A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment
with this boat. If you do not have a fire extin-
guisher, contact your local Yamaha Boat
1 1
Dealer or fire extinguisher dealer for one
meeting the proper specifications.
1 Shift gate
Storing the fire extinguisher
Throttle/shift paddle checks
One fire extinguisher is to be mounted in the
(212SD / 212XD)
driver’s side console storage compartment.
Operate the throttle/shift paddles several
The fire extinguisher recommended for this
times to make sure that operation is smooth
location is a chemical-type extinguisher with
throughout the whole range. Also, make sure
a capacity of two pounds or more.
that the throttle/shift paddles return automat-

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