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Pre-operation checks

Start the engines before performing the fol- throughout the whole range. Also, make sure
lowing checks. NOTICE: Do not run the en- that the throttle/shift paddles return automat-
gines over 4000 r/min on land. Also, do not ically to their original positions when re-
run the engines for more than 15 seconds leased.
without supplying water, otherwise, the
engines could overheat and/or seize. 1
 Check that the shift gates are slightly
above the shift gate neutral position when
the remote control levers are in the forward
position, 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 Throttle/shift paddle

Fire extinguisher check
As an inboard greater than 26 feet in length,
your boat must be fitted with three 5-B (B-1)
fire extinguishers when navigating waters
controlled by the U.S. Coast Guard. In addi-
tion, most state and local boating laws re-
quire that the craft carry a USCG-approved
 Check that the shift gates are in the fully fire extinguisher whenever the boat is operat-
closed position when the remote control le- ed.
vers are in the reverse position. See the instructions supplied by the extin-
Fully closed position guisher manufacturer to determine the indi-
cation of the condition.
Fire extinguishers are not standard equip-
ment with this boat. If you do not have fire ex-
tinguishers, contact your local Yamaha Boat
Dealer or fire extinguisher dealer for ones
meeting the proper specifications.
Storing the fire extinguisher
One fire extinguisher is to be mounted in the
driver’s side console compartment. The fire
extinguisher recommended for this location
Throttle/shift paddle checks (275SD) is a chemical-type extinguisher with a capac-
Operate the throttle/shift paddles several ity of five pounds or more.
times to make sure that operation is smooth

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