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                                                                             275SE


                                                                             275SD











                                OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL























                                                                              U.S.A. Edition



                               Read this manual carefully                      LIT-18626-15-28
                         before operating this boat.                              F4X-F8199-16]]></page><page Index="2"><![CDATA[SportsBoat_F4X16.book  Page 1  Monday, May 27, 2024  10:24 AM




















                                              WARNING:
                                                                             Operating, servicing
                                         and maintaining a recreational marine
                                         vessel can expose you to chemicals
                                         including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
                                         phthalates, and lead, which are known to
                                         the State of California to cause cancer and
                                         birth defects or other reproductive harm. To
                                         minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust,
                                         service your vessel in a well-ventilated area
                                         and wear gloves or wash your hands
                                         frequently when servicing this vessel.
                                         For more information go to
                                         www.P65warnings.ca.gov/marine

























                        Read this manual carefully before operating this boat. This manual should stay
                        with the boat if it is sold.]]></page><page Index="3"><![CDATA[SportsBoat_F4X16.book  Page 2  Monday, May 27, 2024  10:24 AM






                        IMPORTANT PRODUCT INFORMATION

                        The United States Export Control
                        You will recognize that the Product is manufactured in the United States. Therefore, you may
                        not use, export or reexport the Product except as authorized by the United States laws and
                        the laws of the jurisdiction(s) in which the Product was obtained.
                        The Product is subject to the United States export control laws. In particular, but without lim-
                        itation, the Product may not be exported or reexported, whether directly or indirectly:
                        (a) into any U.S. embargoes or economic sanctioned countries or;
                        (b) to anyone on the U.S. Denied Persons List or Entity List or;
                        (c) to anyone on the U.S. Specially Designated Nationals List,
                        Specially Designated Terrorists List or Specially Designated Narcotic Traffickers List.]]></page><page Index="4"><![CDATA[SportsBoat_F4X16.book  Page 1  Monday, May 27, 2024  10:24 AM



                        Important manual information

                                  To the owner
                        Thank you for choosing a Yamaha boat. This
                        owner’s/operator’s manual contains informa-
                        tion you will need for proper operation, main-
                        tenance, 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 boat,
                        please consult a Yamaha Boat Dealer.
                        In this manual, information of particular im-
                        portance  is distinguished in the following
                        ways:

                            This is the safety alert symbol. It is used
                        to alert you to potential personal injury haz-
                        ards. Obey all safety messages that follow
                        this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
                             WARNING
                        A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa-
                        tion which, if not avoided, could result in
                        death or serious injury.

                         NOTICE
                        A NOTICE  indicates special precautions
                        that must be taken to avoid damage to the
                        boat or other property.

                        TIP:
                        A TIP provides key information to make pro-
                        cedures easier or clearer.

                        Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing
                        product improvement, this product may not
                        be exactly as described in this owner’s/oper-
                        ator’s manual. Specifications are subject to
                        change without notice.
                        This manual should be considered a perma-
                        nent part of this boat and should remain with
                        it even if the boat is subsequently sold.]]></page><page Index="5"><![CDATA[SportsBoat_F4X16.book  Page 2  Monday, May 27, 2024  10:24 AM



                                                    Important manual information

                                               Use of your engine data
                        This is a brief summary of how Yamaha (Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd., and Yamaha Motor Corpo-
                        ration, U.S.A.) uses your engine data. For more details, please review our Privacy Policy.
                        https://yamaha-motor.com/privacy-policy

                        What engine data we collect? and How we collect your engine data?
                        This boat collects three types of engine data through integrated Engine Control Units (ECU).:
                        (1) Hull Identification Number (HIN); (2) live data showing the performance of the boat such as
                        engine/motor operating state, boat speed, mileage; and (3) other data showing the status of
                        the boat such as diagnostic trouble code (DTC).
                        The collected data will be uploaded to server at Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. by attaching a special
                        Yamaha diagnostic tool to the boat, only when maintenance checks or service procedures are
                        performed.

                        How will we use your engine data?
                        Yamaha use collected data from your boat, (1) to conduct adequate maintenance service in-
                        cluding diagnostics, (2) to implement proper warranty claim judgement, (3) to conduct re-
                        search and development of boat, (4) to provide and improve quality of products, features, and
                        services, (5) to ensure our business purpose, and (6) to comply with requirements of laws and
                        regulations.

                        How we disclose your engine data?
                        We may make your engine data available with: (i) our subsidiaries, affiliates, and business part-
                        ners; (ii) dealers in your country or region, and (iii) contractors within the scope necessary to
                        achieve the purpose of use described above.

                        How long will we retain your engine data?
                        We will retain your engine data for the shortest period of time possible/the time necessary to
                        achieve the above listed purposes.

                        How to contact us?
                        Any questions or complaints regarding the processing of your engine data can be submitted
                        in writing to:
                        Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
                        Attn: Privacy Office
                        6555 Katella Avenue Cypress, California 90630-5101]]></page><page Index="6"><![CDATA[SportsBoat_F4X16.book  Page 3  Monday, May 27, 2024  10:24 AM



                        Important manual information

                        The SOLE PURPOSE of above provided contact information is TO RESPOND DATA
                        PROCESSING INQUIRY AND OTHER KINDS OF INQUIRIES WILL NOT BE RESPONDED.
                        Please provide the following information for the proper handling of your inquiry: (1) Your
                        Name; (2) Your Email Address; (3) Your Country of Residence; and (4) Your HIN. We will
                        use your personal information provided only for the purpose of supporting your data process-
                        ing inquiry.]]></page><page Index="7"><![CDATA[SportsBoat_F4X16.book  Page 4  Monday, May 27, 2024  10:24 AM



                                                    Important manual information

                        FCC Compliance                        RF Exposure Compliance
                        This device complies with part 15 of the FCC  This equipment complies with FCC radiation
                        Rules. Operation is subject to the following  exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
                        two conditions: (1) this device may not cause  environment  and meets the FCC  radio  fre-
                        harmful interference, and (2) this device must  quency (RF)  Exposure Guidelines as this
                        accept  any interference received, including  equipment has very low levels of RF energy.
                        interference that may cause undesired oper-
                        ation.
                                                                         275SE / 275SD
                        This equipment has been tested and found to
                                                                 OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
                        comply with the limits for a Class B digital de-  ©2025 by Yamaha Motor Corporation,
                        vice, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.          U.S.A.
                        These limits are designed to provide reason-  1st Edition, April 2024
                        able protection against harmful interference   All rights reserved.
                                                                Any reprinting or unauthorized use
                        in a residential installation. This equipment
                                                                 without the written permission of
                        generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre-  Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A.
                        quency energy and may cause harmful inter-   is expressly prohibited.
                        ference to radio communications if not          Printed in U.S.A.
                        installed and used in accordance with the in-  P/N LIT-18626-15-28
                        structions.  However, there  is no guarantee
                        that interference will not occur in a particular
                        installation. If  this equipment does  cause
                        harmful interference to radio or television re-
                        ception, which can be determined by turning
                        the equipment off and on, the user is encour-
                        aged to try to correct the interference by one
                        of the following measures:
                         Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
                         Increase the separation between  the
                          equipment and the receiver.
                         Connect the equipment into an outlet that
                          is on a different circuit from the GPS de-
                          vice.
                         Consult the dealer  or an  experienced  ra-
                          dio/TV technician for help.

                        FCC CAUTION
                        Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
                        proved by the party responsible for compli-
                        ance  could void the  user’s authority  to
                        operate the equipment.]]></page><page Index="8"><![CDATA[SportsBoat_F4X16.book  Page 1  Monday, May 27, 2024  10:24 AM



                        Table of contents

                        General and important labels...........1  Batteries and battery switches ... 34
                          Identification number records..........1  Main switch................................. 36
                                                                 “START/STOP” buttons.............. 36
                            Primary Identification (PRI-ID)
                             number.......................................1  Remote control levers................. 36
                            Hull Identification Number (HIN) ...1  Steering ...................................... 38
                            Engine serial numbers...................1  Tilt lever ...................................... 39
                          Emission control information ...........2  DRiVE X mode (275SD).................. 40
                                                                 Forward....................................... 40
                            Approval labels of emission
                             control certificate .......................2  Reverse....................................... 40
                            Manufactured date labels .............3  Sideways movement .................. 41
                          Important labels ...............................4  Dock hold ................................... 41
                                                                 Pivot turn .................................... 42
                            Warning labels ..............................4  High mode .................................. 42
                            Other labels...................................8
                                                                 Sideways movement
                                                                   calibration ................................ 42
                        Safety information...........................10
                          Limitations on who may operate      Instrument operation ....................... 44
                            the boat.......................................10  Helm control .................................. 44
                          Cruising limitations.........................11  Switch panel ............................... 44
                          Operational requirements ..............12  Multi-function display unit
                          Required equipment.......................13  operation..................................... 45
                          Additional equipment                   Using the joystick ....................... 45
                            recommendations .......................13  Operation buttons.......................... 46
                          Hazard information.........................14  Controller.................................... 46
                                                               Multi-function display elements..... 49
                          Boat characteristics .......................14
                                                                 Screen tab bar ............................ 50
                          Night operation ..............................15
                                                                 Status indicator bar .................... 51
                          Rules of the road............................16
                                                                 Operation mode.......................... 52
                          Seating locations............................20  Home screen ................................. 53
                          To get more boating safety           Map screen.................................... 53
                            information ..................................21  Waypoint..................................... 54
                          Enjoy your boat responsibly...........21  Track........................................... 54
                                                                 Map settings screen ................... 56
                                                               Trip screen..................................... 57
                        Description.......................................22
                                                               Drive control screen....................... 58
                          Boat glossary .................................22
                                                               Media screen ................................. 59
                          Location of main components .......23
                                                                 Radio screen (AM/FM)................ 60
                            Exterior components...................23
                            Seats & interior components.......25  Weather screen........................... 61
                            Stern components ......................29  Bluetooth screen ........................ 61
                            Helm components.......................30  Auxiliary screen........................... 61
                            Port engine components.............32  Zone control screen.................... 62
                            Starboard engine components ...33  System control screen................... 62
                                                               Setting screen................................ 63
                        Control function operation .............34  Time setting screen .................... 64
                                                                 Depth alarm setting screen......... 64
                          Boat control functions....................34
                                                                 Unit setting screen...................... 64
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                            Brightness setting screen ...........64  Side table....................................... 88
                            Maintenance setting screen........65  Accessory outlet ............................ 89
                            Language setting screen.............65  USB chargers ................................ 90
                            Tuner Region setting screen .......65
                            Auto Volume setting screen........65  Wireless charger ............................ 90
                            DRiVE X setting screen ...............66  Hardtop tower (275SD).................. 91
                            Factory reset screen ...................66  Tower and bimini top (275SE)........ 91
                          Warnings ........................................67  Collapsing and setting up the
                            Check engine warning ................68  tower........................................ 91
                            Low oil pressure warning............68  Removing the bimini top............. 92
                            Over temperature warning ..........68  Installing the bimini top............... 93
                            Low/High voltage warning ..........69
                            Communication error warning ....69  Operation and handling
                            Low fuel level warning.................69  requirements..................................... 94
                            Depth warning.............................69
                                                               Fuel requirement............................ 94
                                                                 Fuel ............................................. 94
                        Equipment operation ......................70
                                                               Engine oil requirement................... 95
                          Engine compartments....................70
                                                                 Engine oil .................................... 95
                          Walk-throughs................................71
                                                               Draining the bilge water................. 97
                            Front walk-through......................71  Draining the bilge water on
                            Rear walk-through ......................71  land.......................................... 97
                          Seats ..............................................72
                                                                 Draining the bilge water on
                            Bow area seats ...........................72  water........................................ 97
                            Cabin area seats .........................73
                            Rear area seats ...........................75  First-time operation ......................... 99
                          Storage compartments ..................77
                                                               Engine break-in.............................. 99
                            Anchor storage compartment.....78
                            Bow underseat storage
                             compartments..........................78  Pre-operation checks................... 100
                            Ski locker ....................................78  Pre-operation checklist............. 100
                            Driver’s side console              Pre-operation check points ......... 101
                             compartment............................79  Pre-launch checks.................... 101
                            Enclosed head compartment......79    Steering system checks ........... 101
                            Glove compartment ....................81  Remote control lever checks.... 101
                            Galley storage compartment           Throttle/shift paddle checks
                             and drawer...............................81  (275SD) .................................. 102
                            Cabin underseat storage              Fire extinguisher check............. 102
                             compartments..........................81  Access port cap check............. 104
                            Wet storage compartments ........82  Jet intake checks...................... 104
                          Windshield......................................83  Fuel system checks .................. 104
                          Anchor light (275SD) ......................84  Engine oil level check ............... 105
                          Anchor light (275SE).......................84  Battery check............................ 105
                                                                 Bilge water check ..................... 105
                          Swim platform................................85
                                                                 Drain plug check....................... 105
                            Stern ladder ................................85  Blower checks .......................... 106
                            Swim platform shower ................86  Navigation and anchor lights
                            Remote control keypad...............87  checks ................................... 107
                          Galley .............................................88
                                                                 Horn check ............................... 108]]></page><page Index="10"><![CDATA[SportsBoat_F4X16.book  Page 3  Monday, May 27, 2024  10:24 AM



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                            Engine shut-off cords             Maintenance.................................... 133
                             (lanyards) check.....................108  Maintenance ................................ 133
                            Post-launch checks ..................108  Owner’s/operator’s manual ...... 133
                            Engine shut-off switch check....108  Removing and installing the
                            Cooling water pilot outlet             engine covers ........................ 133
                             check .....................................109  Periodic maintenance chart...... 135
                            Fuel level check ........................109
                                                              Specifications................................ 138
                        Operation..........................................110
                                                               Specifications .............................. 138
                          Driving your boat..........................110
                            Getting to know your boat ........110
                            Learning to operate your          Trouble recovery............................. 140
                             boat........................................110  Troubleshooting........................... 140
                            Starting the engines..................110  Troubleshooting chart............... 140
                            Stopping the engines................113  Emergency procedures ............... 142
                            Leaving a dock..........................113  Jet pump clean-out
                            Turning the boat........................114  procedure .............................. 142
                            Boating with passengers ..........115  Raising the shift gates .............. 144
                            Stopping the boat .....................115  Power steering system will not
                            Boarding from the water ...........116  operate (275SD)..................... 145
                            Boarding from a dock or              Jump-starting ........................... 146
                             landing jetty............................117  Fuse replacement ..................... 147
                            Docking.....................................117  Running on one engine............. 149
                            Beaching ...................................118  Towing the boat........................ 149
                            Anchoring..................................119
                            Crossing wakes and swells.......119  Consumer information................... 150
                          Post-operation checks.................120
                                                               Limited warranty .......................... 150
                                                               YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
                        Trailering ..........................................122
                                                                 (Y.E.S.) ...................................... 152
                          Trailering the boat ........................122
                                                               Sample float plan......................... 153
                            Hitch..........................................122
                            Trailering checklist ....................122
                            Backing your trailer ...................123  Index............................................... 154
                            Launching .................................124
                            Loading .....................................124
                            Lifting ........................................125

                        Care and storage.............................126
                          Post-operation care .....................126
                            Flushing the cooling system .....126
                            Cleaning the boat......................127
                            Basic stain guide.......................129
                            Battery care...............................130
                          Long-term storage .......................131
                            Fuel system...............................131
                            Lubrication ................................131
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                         Identification number records        Hull Identification Number (HIN)
                        Record your Primary  Identification (PRI-ID)  The HIN is stamped into the right rear corner
                        number, Hull Identification Number (HIN), and  of the hull.
                        engine serial numbers in the spaces provided
                        to assist you in ordering spare  parts  from
                        your Yamaha Boat Dealer. Also, record and
                        keep these ID numbers in a separate place in
                        case your boat is stolen.

                        Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number                          1
                        The PRI-ID number is stamped on a label at-
                        tached inside the port engine compartment.  YAMC
                        (See page 70 for engine hood opening and
                        closing procedures.)                  1  Hull Identification Number (HIN)

                                                              Engine serial numbers
                                                              The engine serial numbers are stamped on a
                                                              label attached to each engine unit. (See page
                                                              70 for engine hood opening and closing pro-
                                                              cedures.)



                                              1

                        1  Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number



                                                                  1


                                                              1  Engine serial number

                                           PRI-I.D.
                          MODEL
                          YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD.
                          ASSEMBLED IN U.S.A. WITH FOREIGN & DOMESTIC
                          COMPONENTS.
                          ASSEMBLÉ EN U.S. AVEC DES COMPOSANTS ÉTRANGERS ET
                          DOMESTIQUES.








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                        Port side                              Emission control information
                                                              These engines conform to U.S. Environmen-
                                                              tal Protection Agency (EPA) and/or California
                                                              Air Resources Board (CARB) regulations for
                                                              marine SI engines applicable at the time of
                                                              manufacture.
                           YAMAHA
                                                              These engines are certified to operate on pre-
                                                              mium unleaded gasoline.
                            YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
                            MADE IN JAPAN
                                                              Approval labels of emission control
                            PAYS D’ORIGINE JAPON
                                                              certificate
                                                              These labels are attached to each engine unit
                                                              and to the inside of the port engine compart-
                                                              ment. (See page 70 for engine hood opening
                        Starboard side                        and closing procedures and page 133 for en-
                                                              gine cover  removal and  installation proce-
                                                              dures.)



                           YAMAHA


                            YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
                            MADE IN JAPAN
                            PAYS D’ORIGINE JAPON
                                                                               1


                                                              1  Emission control information label

                                                               EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION
                                                               THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO           MY U.S. EPA EXHAUST REGULATIONS FOR SI
                                                               MARINE ENGINES. REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE
                                                               SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.
                                                               ENGINE FAMILY :  DISPLACEMENT :                     liters MAX POWER :                         kW
                                                               EPA FEL : HC+NOx               , CO                g/kW-hr
                                                               YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD.












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                                                              Manufactured date labels
                                                              These labels are attached to  each engine
                                                              unit. (See page 70 for engine hood opening
                                                              and closing procedures and page 133 for en-
                                                              gine cover  removal and  installation proce-
                                                              dures.)



                                            1

                        1  Emission control information label

                         EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION
                         THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO       U.S. EPA EXHAUST REGULATIONS FOR SI MARINE
                         ENGINES. REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND
                         ADJUSTMENTS. MEETS U.S. EPA EVAP STANDARDS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS.
                         ENGINE FAMILY:  DISPLACEMENT:                                    liters
                         MAX POWER:                                         kW  EPA FEL: HC+NOx            ,CO            g/kW-h
                         EPA CERTIFIED EVAP COMPONENTS:                                1
                         YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
                                                              1  Manufactured date label




































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                        General and important labels

                                                   Important labels
                        Read the following labels before operating this boat. If you need any additional information,
                        contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer.
                        If any of these labels is damaged or missing, contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer for a replacement.
                        Warning labels







































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                                                                          A  B

                                                Check cap – if handle is not parallel to centerline of boat or a strong pull will
                                                move cap, it is not locked securely and could be forced out by water pressure.
                                                                                            F6D-U411D-00








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                                                    A  B

                           Check cap – if handle is not parallel to centerline of boat or a strong pull will
                           move cap, it is not locked securely and could be forced out by water pressure.
                                                                       F6D-U411D-00



























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                        Other labels




                                                                     THE FEDERAL WATER POLLUTION CONTROL ACT PROHIBITS THE
                                                                      DISCHARGE OF OIL OR OILY WASTE INTO OR UPON THE
                                                                     NAVIGABLE WATERS OF THE UNITED STATES, OR THE WATERS
                                                                     OF THE CONTIGUOUS ZONE, OR WHICH MAY AFFECT NATURAL
                                                                     RESOURCES BELONGING TO, APPERTAINING TO, OR UNDER THE
                                                                    EXCLUSIVE MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY OF THE UNITED STATES, IF
                                                                      SUCH DISCHARGE CAUSES A FILM OR SHEEN UPON OR A
                                                                     DISCOLORATION OF THE SURFACE OF THE WATER OR CAUSES A
                                                                     SLUDGE OR EMULSION BENEATH THE SURFACE OF THE WATER.
                                                                    VIOLATORS ARE SUBJECT TO SUBSTANTIAL CIVIL PENALTIES AND/
                                                                    OR CRIMINAL SANCTIONS INCLUDING FINES AND IMPRISONMENT.
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                                It is illegal for any vessel to dump plastic ANYWHERE in the ocean or navigable waters of the United States.
                               Annex V of MARPOL TREATY is an International Law for a cleaner, safer marine environment. Violation of these
                                 requirements is a Class D felony and may result in a civil penalty, up to a ˈ25,000 fine and imprisonment.



                              U.S. lakes, rivers, bays or sounds  3 to 12 miles  12 to 25 miles  Outside 25 miles
                              and 3 miles from shore  ILLEGAL TO DUMP:  ILLEGAL TO DUMP:  ILLEGAL TO DUMP:
                              ILLEGAL TO DUMP:  Plastic         Plastic         Plastic
                              Plastic and Garbage  Dunnage, lining and packing  Dunnage, lining and packing
                              Paper  Metal      materials that float, also if not  materials that float
                              Rags   Crockery   ground to less than one inch
                              Glass  Dunnage    Paper  Crockery
                              Food              Rags   Metal
                                                Glass  Food
                                 Regional state and local regulations may further restrict the disposal of garbage. The discharge  R
                                   of all garbage into the Great Lakes or their connecting or tributary waters is prohibited.





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                             All applicable electrical system components installed as
                             original equipment meet appropriate U.S.C.G. requirements
                             for ignition protection. (Ref. 33 CFR 183.410 and 183.440)
                             YAMAHA               60E-83627-00


































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                            Safety information

                                                                  Limitations on who may
                        The safe use and operation of this boat is    operate the boat
                        dependent upon the use of proper operat-   Yamaha recommends a minimum operator
                        ing techniques, as well as upon the com-  age of 16 years old.
                        mon sense, good judgment, and expertise  Adults must supervise use by minors.
                        of the operator. Every operator should  Know the operator age and training re-
                        know the following  requirements  before  quirements for your state. A boating safety
                        operating the boat.                    course is recommended  and may be  re-
                         Before operating the boat, read the own-  quired in your state. You can find local rules
                          er’s/operator’s manual,  the Operation  In-  by contacting the United States Coast
                          struction card, and all labels on the boat.  Guard (USCG), the National Association of
                          These materials should give you an under-  State Boating Law Administrators, or your
                          standing of the boat and its operation.  local Power Squadron.
                         Never allow anyone to  operate this boat   Weight  distribution affects performance.
                          until they too have read this owner’s/oper-  Keep weight in the boat low and evenly dis-
                          ator’s manual, the Operation Instruction  tributed from  side-to-side and bow-to-
                          card, and all labels.                stern. Remove any unnecessary cargo and
                                                               store it on shore.
                                                               Use common sense and sound judgment
                                                               when placing equipment and passengers
                                                               in your boat.
































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                                                                     Safety information

                               Cruising limitations            This is a high-performance boat—not a toy.
                         Scan  constantly for people, objects,  and  Sharp turns or jumping wakes or waves
                          other watercraft. Be alert for conditions  can increase the risk of back/spinal injury
                          that limit your visibility or block your vision  (paralysis), facial injuries, and broken legs,
                          of others.                           ankles, and other  bones. Do not jump
                                                               wakes or waves.
                                                               Do not  operate  the boat  in rough water,
                                                               bad weather, or when visibility is poor; this
                                                               may lead to an accident causing injury or
                                                               death. Be alert to the possibility of adverse
                                                               weather. Take note of  weather  forecasts
                                                               and the prevailing weather conditions be-
                                                               fore setting out in your boat.
                                                               Never operate in water that is less than
                         Operate defensively at safe speeds and  90 cm (3 ft) deep from the bottom of the
                          keep a safe distance from people, objects,  boat, otherwise you increase your chance
                          and other watercraft.                of hitting a submerged object, which could
                         Do not follow directly behind other water-  result in injury.
                          craft.
                         Do not go near others to spray or splash
                          them with water.
                         Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that
                          make it hard for others to avoid you or un-
                          derstand where you are going.                    90 cm (3 ft)
                         Avoid  areas with  submerged objects or
                          shallow water.
                         Take early action to avoid collisions. Re-
                          member, boats do not have brakes.
                         Do not pull the remote control levers back   Leave a “float plan” with a responsible per-
                          to idle when trying to steer away from ob-  son on shore. Tell where you plan to go and
                          jects—you need throttle to steer. Always  when you plan to arrive, and provide a de-
                          check throttle, shift, and steering controls  scription of your boat. Advise this person if
                          for proper operation before starting boat.  your plans change and also when you ar-
                         Operate within your limits and avoid ag-  rive to prevent false alarms. A sample float
                          gressive maneuvers to reduce the risk of  plan is included on page 153.
                          loss of control, ejection, and collision.   Follow navigation rules and state and local
                                                               laws that apply to your boat.








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                            Safety information

                           Operational requirements            Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to
                         The operator and all passengers must wear  the PFD and keep it free from the steering
                          a U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) approved per-  wheel or other controls so that the engines
                          sonal flotation device (PFD).        stop if the operator accidentally leaves the
                                                               helm. Failure to attach the engine shut-off
                                                1              cord (lanyard) could  result in a runaway
                                                               boat if the operator is ejected.
                                                               After operation, remove the engine shut-off
                                                               cord (lanyard) and the main switch key to
                                                               avoid accidental starting or unauthorized
                                                               use by children or others.




                                                                                     2
                        1  PFD

                         Eye protection is recommended to keep
                          wind, water, and glare from the sun out of     1
                          your eyes while you operate your boat. Re-
                          straining straps for eyewear are made
                          which are designed to  float should  your
                          eyewear fall in the water.          1  Engine shut-off switch
                         Never operate the boat after consuming al-  2  Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
                          cohol or taking drugs.
                         For reasons of safety and proper care of   Scan constantly for swimmers and stay
                          the boat, always perform the pre-operation  away from swimming areas. Swimmers are
                          checks listed on page 100 before operating  hard to see and you could accidentally hit
                          the boat.                            someone in the water.
                         Passengers must always sit in a designat-   Avoid being hit by another boat. You
                          ed seating area, place  feet  on the deck,  should always take responsibility to watch
                          and hold on to the handgrips, handrails, or  for traffic; other boaters may not be watch-
                          straps when the boat is in motion.   ing for you. If they do not see you, or you
                         Always consult your doctor on whether it is  maneuver more quickly than other boaters
                          safe for you to ride in this boat if you are  expect, you risk a collision.
                          pregnant or in poor health.          Maintain a safe distance from other boats
                         Do not attempt to modify this boat.   and  watercraft,  and also watch for  ski
                          Modifications  to  your boat may reduce  ropes or fishing lines. Obey the “Rules of
                          safety and reliability, and render the boat  the road”, and be sure to check behind you
                          unsafe or illegal to use.            before making a turn. (See “Rules of the
                                                               road” on page 16.)




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                                                                     Safety information

                              Required equipment                   Additional equipment
                        This boat complies with United States Coast  recommendations
                        Guard (USCG) safety standards in effect on  The following equipment can help make your
                        the date of certification.            boating experience safer and more enjoy-
                        When operating the boat, the following  able:
                        equipment is required.                 Mooring fenders and lines.
                         Personal flotation devices (PFD):    Anchor with suitable line (a “Danforth” type
                          Type I, II, or III as required for all people on  anchor and line that is at least 6 times the
                          board (see “Operational requirements” for  depth of the water where you will drop an-
                          more information), plus at least one Type IV  chor are recommended).
                          (throwable type).                    Manual-type bilge pump.
                         Fire extinguisher:                   First-aid kit.
                          At least  three 5-B  (B-1): ABC  hand-held   Waterproof flashlight with extra batteries.
                          portable fire extinguishers. See page 102   Tool kit with assorted screwdrivers, pliers,
                          for information about an alternate-type fire  wrenches (including metric  sizes), and
                          extinguisher that should be used with the  electrical tape.
                          FIRE-PORT™ devices at the engine com-   Oar  or  paddle  (look for one with a  boat
                          partments.                           hook on the other end).
                         Visual distress signals:             Spare parts, such as fuses.
                          It is recommended that a USCG-approved   Navigation charts for the waters where you
                          day/night pyrotechnic device be stored on  will be boating.
                          your boat. A mirror can also be used as an   Tow-rope.
                          emergency signal. Contact  your  Yamaha
                          Boat Dealer or the Coast Guard for more
                          information.
                         Sound signalling device:
                          Your boat is equipped with a horn that can
                          be used to signal other boats. See “Rules
                          of the road” for more information.
                         Navigation lights:
                          Your boat is equipped with navigation
                          lights for use between sunset and sunrise,
                          and during periods of  reduced  visibility,
                          such as fog. Be sure these lights are work-
                          ing and  are turned on  when necessary.
                          (See pages 62 and 84 for more informa-
                          tion.)








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                            Safety information

                               Hazard information                   Boat characteristics
                         Never start the engines or let them run for   Jet thrust turns the boat. Moving the re-
                          any length of time in an enclosed area. Ex-  mote control levers completely back to idle
                          haust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a  or the neutral position produces only mini-
                          colorless, odorless gas that may cause  mum thrust. If you are traveling at speeds
                          loss of consciousness and death within a  above trolling, you will have  rapidly de-
                          short time. Always operate the boat in an  creasing ability to steer without  throttle.
                          open area.                           You may still have some turning ability im-
                          It is also important to have the engines off  mediately after moving the remote control
                          when anyone is using the ladder or the un-  levers back to idle, but once the engines
                          derwater seat on models equipped with  slow down, the boat will no longer respond
                          one because of the carbon monoxide in the  to steering wheel input until you apply
                          exhaust gases coming  from underneath  throttle again or you reach a trolling speed.
                          the step.                            Practice  turning in an open area without
                         Do not  place magnets or objects with  a  obstructions until you have a good feel for
                          strong magnetic force  near the throt-  the maneuver.
                          tle/shift paddles. The electronic throttle   This  Yamaha  boat is water-jet  propelled.
                          mechanism of the paddles can be adverse-  The pumps are directly connected to the
                          ly affected, which could cause loss of con-  engines. This means that the jet thrust will
                          trol. In addition, do  not place objects  produce some movement  whenever  the
                          susceptible to magnetic forces (i.e., credit  engines are running. The boat has a “neu-
                          cards, watches, etc.) close to the paddles.  tral” position, but since the boat is always
                                                               producing thrust while the engines are run-
                                                               ning, some forward or reverse movement
                                                               may occur.
                                                               Do not use the reverse function to slow
                                                               down or stop the boat above trolling speed
                                                               as it could cause you to lose control, be
                                                               ejected, or impact the steering wheel  or
                                                               other parts of the boat. This could increase
                                                               the risk of serious injury. It could also dam-
                                                               age the shift mechanisms.
                                                               Reverse can be used to slow down or stop
                                                               during slow-speed maneuvering, such as
                                                               when docking. Once the engines are idling,
                                                               shift to reverse and gradually increase en-
                                                               gine speed. Make sure that there are no
                                                               obstacles  or  people behind you before
                                                               shifting into reverse.





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                                                                     Safety information

                         Keep away from the intake grates while the   Night operation
                          engines are on. Items such  as  long  hair,   When using your boat before dawn or after
                          loose clothing, or PFD straps can become  dusk, you must have both bow and anchor
                          entangled in moving parts, resulting in se-  lights operating.  When at anchor  in the
                          vere injury or drowning.             dark, the anchor light must be lit. (See pag-
                         Never insert any object into the jet thrust  es 62 and 84 for instructions.)
                          nozzles while the engines are running. Se-   The navigation  lights should be replaced
                          vere injury or death could result from com-  after a certain period of time.
                          ing in contact with the rotating parts of the  If the navigation light bulb is an incandes-
                          jet pumps.                           cent bulb, replace it after 1 year.
                                                               If the navigation light bulb is LED, replace it
                                                               every 5 years.



                                                        2


                                   1



                        1  Intake grate
                        2  Jet thrust nozzle

                         Stop the engines and remove the clip from
                          the engine shut-off switch before removing
                          any debris or weeds, which may have col-
                          lected around the jet intakes. (See page
                          142 for more information.)






















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                            Safety information

                                Rules of the road             Give-way vessel
                        Your Yamaha boat is legally considered a  The vessel which does not have the right-of-
                        powerboat. Operation of the boat must be  way has the duty to take positive and timely
                        in accordance with the rules and regula-  action to stay out of the way of the stand-on
                        tions governing the waterway on which it  vessel. Normally, you should not  cross in
                        is used.                              front of the vessel with the right-of-way. You
                        Just as there are rules that apply when you  should slow down or change directions brief-
                        are driving on streets and highways, there are  ly  and pass  behind the other vessel. You
                        waterway rules that apply when you are oper-  should always move in such a way that the
                        ating your boat. These rules are used interna-  operator of the other vessel can see what you
                        tionally, and are also enforced by the United  are doing.
                        States Coast Guard and local agencies. You  The  General Prudential Rule regarding the
                        should be  aware of these  rules, and follow  right-of-way is that if a collision appears un-
                        them whenever you encounter another vessel  avoidable, neither boat has the right-of-way.
                        on the water.                         Both boats must avoid the collision.
                        Several sets  of rules prevail according to  In other words, follow the standard rules ex-
                        geographic location, but are all basically the  cept when a collision will occur unless both
                        same as the International Rules of the Road.  vessels try to avoid each other. If that is the
                        The rules presented here in this owner’s/op-  case, both vessels become give-way  ves-
                        erator’s manual are condensed, and have  sels.
                        been provided for your convenience only.  Rules when encountering vessels
                                                              There are three main situations that you may
                        Consult your local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary
                                                              encounter  with other vessels which  could
                        or Department of Motor Vehicles for a com-
                                                              lead to a collision unless the Steering Rules
                        plete set of rules governing the waters in
                                                              are followed:
                        which you will be operating your boat.
                                                              Meeting: you are approaching another vessel
                        Steering and sailing rules
                        Whenever two vessels on the water meet one  head-on.
                        another, one vessel has the right-of-way; it is  Crossing:  you are traveling across  another
                        called the “stand-on” vessel. The vessel that  vessel’s path.
                        does not have the right-of-way is called the  Overtaking: you are passing or being passed
                        “give-way” or “burdened” vessel. These rules  by another vessel.
                        determine which vessel has the right-of-way,
                        and what each vessel should do.
                        Stand-on vessel
                        The vessel with the right-of-way has the duty
                        to continue its course and speed, except to
                        avoid an immediate  collision. When you
                        maintain your direction and speed, the other
                        vessel will be able to determine how best to
                        avoid you.




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                                                                     Safety information

                        In the following illustration, your boat is in the  Crossing
                        center. You should give the right-of-way to  When two power-driven vessels are crossing
                        any vessels shown in the white area (you are  each other’s path close enough to run the risk
                        the give-way vessel). Any vessels in the shad-  of collision, the vessel which has the other on
                        ed area must yield to you (they are the give-  the starboard (right) side must keep out of the
                        way vessels). Both you and the meeting ves-  way of the other. If the other vessel is on your
                        sel must alter course to avoid each other.  starboard (right) side, you must keep out of
                                                              its way; you are the give-way vessel. If the
                                                              other vessel is on your port (left) side, remem-
                                                              ber that you should maintain course and di-
                                                              rection, provided the other vessel gives you
                                                              the right-of-way, as it should.







                        Meeting
                        If you are meeting another power-driven ves-
                        sel head-on, and are close enough to run the
                        risk of collision, neither of you has the right-
                        of-way. Both of you should alter course to
                        avoid an accident. You should keep the other  Overtaking
                        vessel on your port (left) side. This rule does  If you are passing another vessel, you are the
                        not apply if both of you will clear one another  give-way vessel. This means that the other
                        if you continue on your set course and speed.  vessel is expected to maintain its course and
                                                              speed. You must stay out of its way until you
                                                              are clear of it. Likewise, if another vessel is
                                                              passing you, you should maintain your speed
                                                              and direction so that the other vessel can
                                                              steer itself around you.

















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                            Safety information

                        Other special situations              bers, and  lights to show which side of  the
                        There are three other rules you should  be  buoy a boater should pass on when navigat-
                        aware of when operating your boat around  ing in a particular direction. The markings on
                        other vessels.                        these buoys are oriented from the perspec-
                        Narrow channels and bends             tive of being entered from seaward (the boat-
                        When navigating in  narrow channels, you  er is going towards the harbor). Red buoys
                        should keep to the right when it is safe and  are passed on  your starboard (right) side
                        practical to do so. If the operator of a power-  when proceeding from open water into port,
                        driven vessel  is preparing to go around a  and black buoys are to your port (left) side. An
                        bend that may obstruct the view of other wa-  easy way to remember the meaning of the
                        ter vessels, the operator should sound a pro-  colors is the phrase “red right returning.”
                        longed blast of  four  to six  seconds on  the  When navigating out of the harbor, your posi-
                        horn. If another vessel is around the bend, it  tion with respect to the buoys should be re-
                        too should sound the horn. Even if no reply is  versed; red buoys should be  to  port and
                        heard, however, the vessel should still pro-  black buoys to starboard.
                        ceed around the bend with caution.    Many bodies of water used by boaters are
                        Fishing vessel right-of-way           entirely within the boundaries of a particular
                        All vessels fishing with nets, lines, or trawls  state. The Uniform State Waterway Marking
                        are considered to be “fishing vessels” under  System has been devised for these waters.
                        the International Rules. Vessels with trolling
                        lines are not considered fishing vessels. Fish-
                        ing vessels have the right-of-way regardless
                        of position. Fishing vessels cannot, however,
                        impede the passage of other vessels in nar-
                        row channels.
                        Sailing vessel right-of-way
                        Sailing vessels should normally be given the
                        right-of-way. The exceptions to this are:
                        (1) When the sailing vessel is overtaking the
                            power-driven vessel, the power-driven
                            vessel has the right-of-way.
                        (2) Sailing vessels should keep clear of any
                            fishing vessel.
                        (3) In a narrow channel, a sailing vessel
                            should not hamper the safe passage of a
                            power-driven vessel that  can  navigate
                            only in such a channel.
                        Reading buoys and other markers
                        The waters of the United States are marked
                        for safe navigation by the lateral system of
                        buoyage. Simply put, buoys and markers
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                                                                     Safety information

                        This system uses buoys and signs with distinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory or
                        advisory information. These markers are white with black letters and orange borders. They
                        signify speed zones, restricted areas, danger areas, and general information.





















































                        Remember, markings may vary by geographic location. Always consult local boating author-
                        ities before riding your boat in unfamiliar waters.




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                            Safety information

                                                   Seating locations
                        Sit in the designated locations while sailing.
                        The seating locations are as follows.


















                          : Seating locations
                          : Do not occupy the stern of the boat when engines are running due to the possibility of car-
                           bon monoxide poisoning and of falling.




































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                                                                     Safety information

                           To get more boating safety           Enjoy your boat responsibly
                                   information                You share the areas you enjoy when operat-
                        Be informed about boating safety. Additional  ing your boat with others and with nature. So
                        publications and information can be obtained  your enjoyment includes a responsibility  to
                        from many organizations,  including the fol-  treat these other people, and the lands, wa-
                        lowing.                               ters, and wildlife with respect and courtesy.
                        United States Coast Guard             Whenever and wherever you are boating,
                        Consumer Affairs Staff (G-BC)         think of yourself as the guest of those around
                        Office of Boating, Public, and Consumer Af-  you. Remember, for example, that the sound
                        fairs                                 of your boat may be music to you, but it could
                        US Coast Guard Headquarters           be just noise to others. And the exciting
                        Washington, D.C. 20593-0001           splash of your wake can make waves others
                        http://www.uscgboating.org            won’t enjoy. Avoid riding close to shoreline
                        Other sources                         homes and waterfowl nesting areas or other
                        You can find local rules by contacting the Na-  wildlife areas, and keep a respectful distance
                        tional Association of State Boating Law Ad-  from fishermen, other boats, swimmers, and
                        ministrators, or your local Power Squadron.  populated beaches. When travel in areas like
                        Boat Education and Training           these  is unavoidable, operate slowly and
                        The Online Boating Safety Course, available  obey all laws.
                        through the watercraft section of  the  Remember that pollution can be harmful to
                        yamaha-motor.com  website, is a free, 50-  the environment. Do not refuel or add oil
                        question learning course available to the  where a spill could cause damage to nature.
                        public. Upon successful completion of 80  Keep your surroundings pleasant for the peo-
                        percent or better, the user can request a cer-  ple  and wildlife that share the  waterways:
                        tificate of completion by mail or can down-  don’t litter!
                        load one immediately. The  Online  Boating  When you go boating responsibly, with  re-
                        Safety Course, provided by  the Boat/US  spect and courtesy for others, you help en-
                        Foundation, is approved by the National As-  sure  that our waterways stay open  for  the
                        sociation of State Boating Law Administra-  enjoyment of a variety of recreational oppor-
                        tors (NASBLA) and recognized by the United  tunities.
                        States Coast Guard. This course meets the
                        education requirement for those states that
                        recognize  non-proctored,  NASBLA-ap-
                        proved courses.
                          The Online Boating Safety Course:
                          http://www.boatus.org/









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                        Description

                                                     Boat glossary



                          TERM          DEFINITION
                          Bow           The front part of the boat.
                          Deck          The “floor” or upper structure which covers the hull.
                          Give-way      The vessel that must yield the right-of-way when two boats meet.
                          Gunwale       The meeting junction of the deck and hull; the upper edge around the
                                        boat. Pronounced “gunnel.”
                          Hatch         An opening in the deck that provides access below.
                          Helm          The steering console.
                          Hull          The basic part of the boat; the underside.
                          Lanyard       The cord or tether that connects the operator to the engine shut-off
                                        switch so the engines will stop if the operator accidentally leaves the
                                        helm.
                          PFD           A personal flotation device, also known as “life jacket.”
                          Planing       Traveling at a speed fast enough so the boat has leveled out and is
                                        skimming on top of the water. There is a wake.
                          Port          The left side of the boat.
                          Stand-on      The vessel with the right-of-way when two boats meet.
                          Starboard     The right side of the boat.
                          Stern         The back part of the boat.
                          Sub-planing   Traveling at a medium speed. The bow of the boat is out of the water,
                                        but you are still traveling through the water. There is a wake.
                          Transom       The vertical part of the stern.
                          Trolling      Traveling at idle speed, using little or no throttle. The boat is down in the
                                        water and it is not leaving a wake.
                          Wake          The visible track of disturbed water that the boat leaves behind as it
                                        moves in the water.














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                                                                                Description

                                            Location of main components
                        Exterior components

                                                         2
                                                 4                       5
                                                                              6


                                   3

                              2                                                   7
                            1                                                8
                                                                         6
                                                                            2      12       6
                                                          9

                             6
                                 11    6  10

                                                                                           10
                                           2
                                                                                         13


                                     12

                                                                             14
                                                                          6
                                     19                             15
                                                                 16
                                       18                    8
                                              17       6
                        1  Bow light (page 62)                11 Bow eye
                        2  Handrail                           12 Table bracket (page 88)
                        3  GPS antenna                        13 Horn (page 44)
                        4  Galley (page 88)                   14 Galley drain hole
                        5  Swim platform shower (page 86)     15 Overflow vent (page 86)
                        6  Cleat                              16 Bilge pump outlet (page 98)
                        7  Fuel tank filler cap (page 94)     17 Swim platform (page 85)
                        8  Cooling water pilot outlet (page 109)  18 Stern ladder (page 85)
                        9  Windshield (page 83)               19 Reboarding grip
                        10 Docking light (page 62)

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                        1  Hardtop tower (page 91)
                        2  Anchor light (page 84)
                        3  Tower (page 91)
                        4  Bimini top (page 91)
                        5  Anchor light (page 84)









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                        Seats & interior components







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                        1  Bow center seat
                        2  Bow starboard seat (front)
                        3  Bow starboard seat (rear)
                        4  Driver’s seat
                        5  Cabin starboard seat
                        6  Stern seat (starboard)
                        7  Stern seat (port)
                        8  Cabin port seat
                        9  Passenger’s seat
                        10 Bow port seat (rear)
                        11 Bow port seat (front)








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                        1  Anchor storage compartment
                        2  Bow underseat storage compartment (star-
                           board)
                        3  Driver’s side console compartment
                        4  Ski locker
                        5  Galley storage compartment and drawer
                        6  Cabin underseat storage compartment (star-
                           board)
                        7  Wet storage compartment (starboard)
                        8  Wet storage compartment (port)
                        9  Cabin underseat storage compartment (port)
                        10 Glove compartment
                        11 Enclosed head compartment
                        12 Bow underseat storage compartment (port)













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                           Courtesy (Interior) light







                                                                 *1


















                                                  *1









                                                      *2









                                                                                     *1=275SD
                                                                                     *2=275SE







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                        Description









                           Beverage holder




















                           Speaker

































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                                                                                Description

                        Stern components











                             1                                                             1





                              2                                                           2
                                 3                                                     3
                                    4                                               4
                                        5                                       5
                                                     6











                               7                   8          9                           7
                        1  Flush hose connector (page 126)
                        2  Stern eye
                        3  Underwater light (page 62)
                        4  Shift gate (page 37)
                        5  Jet thrust nozzle
                        6  Articulating keel (275SE) (page 38)
                        7  Intake grate
                        8  Hull drain plug (page 97)
                        9  Water temperature/water depth sensor












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                        Description

                        Helm components






                                                         7
                                                    6
                                                             2
                                                                 8
                                                                      9
                                                5
                                           4
                                        3                                     10
                                                                                   11
                                     2
                                                                                            12
                              1











                                                    16
                                                                       13

                                                                       14

                                                   17
                                                                       15





                        1  “START/STOP” button (page 36)      12 Remote control lever (page 36)
                        2  Throttle/shift paddle (275SD) (page 40)  13 Main switch (page 36)
                        3  Multi-function display unit (page 49)  14 Engine shut-off switch (page 34)
                        4  USB charger (page 90)              15 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) (page 34)
                        5  Aux input (page 61)                16 Steering wheel (page 38)
                        6  Wireless charger (page 90)         17 Tilt lever (page 39)
                        7  Controller (page 46)
                        8  “HORN” switch (page 44)
                        9  “BILGE” switch (page 44)
                        10 “NAV LIGHTS” switch (page 44)
                        11 “BLOWER” switch (page 44)

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                                                                                Description



















                                                                               1


                                                                               12V






















                        1  12 V DC outlet (page 89)

















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                        Description

                        Port engine components










                               8


                                                     4                   5


                                     3

                                   2










                                                                        6


                             1                                         7






                        1  Dipstick (page 96)
                        2  Engine cover (page 133)
                        3  Engine oil filler cap (page 96)
                        4  Fuse box (cover) (page 147)
                        5  Spark plug/Ignition coil
                        6  Start battery (page 34, 105, 130)
                        7  House battery (page 34, 105, 130)
                        8  Air filter case






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                                                                                Description

                        Starboard engine components










                                                                                        5

                                         2
                                               3       4
                               8
                                       1








                                                                                              6








                                                               7






                        1  Blower (page 106)
                        2  Fuse box (cover) (page 147)
                        3  Engine oil filler cap (page 96)
                        4  Engine cover (page 133)
                        5  Spark plug/Ignition coil
                        6  Air filter case
                        7  Dipstick (page 96)
                        8  Water tank






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                        Control function operation

                             Boat control functions
                        Engine shut-off switch
                             WARNING
                                                                                         1
                         Always attach the engine shut-off cord
                          (lanyard) to your PFD before starting the
                          engines. Failure to attach the cord could                      2
                          result in a runaway boat if the operator is
                          ejected.
                         Do not attach the cord to clothing that                        3
                          could tear loose. Do not route the cord
                                                              1  Engine shut-off switch
                          in such a way that it could become en-  2  Clip
                          tangled, preventing it from functioning.   3  Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
                         Avoid accidentally pulling the cord dur-
                          ing normal operation. Once the engines  TIP:
                          have stopped, you have no steering con-  It is recommended that a spare engine shut-
                          trol of the boat which could result in an  off cord (lanyard) be stored in a storage com-
                          accident. Also, without  engine power,  partment near the driver’s  seat to  allow a
                          the boat could slow rapidly from planing  passenger to restart the vessel if the operator
                          speed. This could cause people and ob-  falls overboard.
                          jects in the boat to be thrown forward,
                          which could cause injury.           Batteries and battery switches
                                                              This boat uses two marine batteries. The bat-
                        The clip  on the  end of  the engine  shut-off
                                                              teries are located in the engine compartment
                        cord (lanyard) must be attached to the engine
                                                              (port).
                        shut-off switch  for the  engines to run. The
                                                              One battery is designated as the start battery.
                        cord must be attached to a secure place on
                                                              The start battery is connected to the starter
                        the operator’s PFD. Should the operator fall
                                                              circuits on both engines to provide current for
                        overboard or leave the helm, the cord will pull
                                                              the starter motors.
                        out the clip, stopping the ignition to the both
                                                              The other battery is designated as the house
                        engines. This will prevent the boat from run-
                                                              battery. The house battery provides power
                        ning away under power.
                                                              for the various accessory circuits on the boat,
                                                              such as the circuits for lighting, bilge pump,
                                                              blowers and audio system.










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                                                                       1           2









                                 1            2

                        1  Start battery                      1  ON position (green)
                        2  House battery                      2  OFF position (red)

                        The battery switch assembly is located in the  In normal operation, keep the “START” and
                        cabin underseat storage compartment (port).  “HOUSE” switches in the ON position. Keep
                        There are three switches  on  the  battery  the “EMERG PARALLEL” switch in the OFF
                        switch assembly: the  “START”  switch,  position. This setting allows both batteries to
                        “HOUSE” switch, and “EMERG PARALLEL”  be charged automatically while the engines
                        switch.                               are running.  NOTICE: Do  not turn the
                                                              “HOUSE” switch to the OFF position if the
                                                     1        boat is moored in the water as it will pre-
                                                              vent the anchor light from functioning.
                                                              If  the start  battery is discharged, turn  the
                                                              “EMERG PARALLEL” switch to the ON posi-
                                                              tion to start the engines. Once the engines
                                                              are started  or the start battery is charged,
                                                              turn the “EMERG PARALLEL” switch to the
                                                              OFF position.

                          2                            3





                                                       4



                        1  Battery switch assembly
                        2  “HOUSE” switch (red)
                        3  “EMERG PARALLEL” switch (yellow)
                        4  “START” switch (red)



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                        Main switch                           “START/STOP” buttons
                        The main switch controls the ignition circuit  The engines can  be  started or stopped by
                        as follows:                           pushing the “START/STOP” buttons. It is
                                                              possible to start or stop the engines individu-
                                        ON
                                 OFF                          ally.
                                                               PORT: Port engine
                                                               STBD: Starboard engine


                                                    1





                        1  Main switch

                        OFF:
                        Ignition circuit is switched off. The engines          1
                        cannot be started. (The main switch key can  1  “START/STOP” button
                        be removed.)
                        ON:                                   TIP:
                        Ignition circuit is switched on. (The main   The engine will not start when the clip is re-
                        switch key cannot be removed.)         moved from the engine shut-off switch.
                                                               The main switch will not operate (the starter
                                                               motor will not turn over) if the “START”
                                                               switch in the cabin underseat storage com-
                                                               partment (port) is turned to the OFF posi-
                                                               tion. (See page 34 for more information.)

                                                              Remote control levers
                                                                  WARNING
                                                               Before shifting, make sure there are no
                                                               swimmers or obstacles in the water
                                                               near you.
                                                               When operating in reverse, go slowly.
                                                               Do not open the throttle more than half.
                                                               Otherwise, the boat may become unsta-
                                                               ble, which could result in loss of control
                                                               and an accident.
                                                               Do not shift into reverse while traveling
                                                               at planing speeds. Loss of control, boat



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                                                         Control function operation

                          swamping, or damage to the boat could  gates, which direct the flow of the jet thrust as
                          occur.                              follows:
                        The remote control lever for each engine con-
                                                              Neutral
                        trols both throttle and shifting. In normal op-
                                                              The shift gates are dropped down part way
                        eration, the levers are moved together.  over the jet thrust nozzles. The neutral posi-
                        Moving the  remote control levers  forward  tion balances forward and reverse thrust to
                        from the neutral position shifts into the for-  help  keep the boat  from moving, although
                        ward position, and then as  the  levers  are  some movement may occur.
                        moved farther,  accelerates the engines for
                        more thrust. Moving the levers back from the
                        neutral position shifts into the reverse posi-      1
                        tion, and then as the levers are moved farther,
                        accelerates the engines for more thrust.

                                         N
                               F  2  5   1    5    R
                                3                 4

                             7                        7             2
                                       6     6
                          8                              8    1  Shift gate
                                                              2  Jet thrust nozzle
                                                              Forward
                                                              When the remote control levers are initially
                        1  Neutral position                   moved to the forward position and the boat is
                        2  TDE position                       operating at a slow speed, the shift gates are
                        3  Forward position                   lifted up slightly from the neutral position and
                        4  Reverse position
                                                              jet thrust is directed downward at an angle.
                        5  Shift
                                                              This function, which is called the thrust direc-
                        6  Fully closed
                                                              tional enhancer (TDE), helps to provide good
                        7  Throttle
                                                              handling response when the steering wheel is
                        8  Fully open
                                                              turned, even though there is less thrust avail-
                        TIP:                                  able at low engine speeds.
                        This boat is equipped with a “start-in-gear”
                        protection. The engines will not start unless
                        the levers are in the neutral position.

                        This boat uses a direct-drive propulsion sys-
                        tem. Therefore, jet thrust is always being pro-
                        duced while the engines are running. The
                        direction of the boat is controlled by the shift


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                                                              Reverse
                                         N                    The shift gates are dropped all the way down
                               F  1                R          over the jet thrust nozzles. Jet thrust is redi-
                                                              rected  toward  the bow of the  boat, which
                                                              moves the boat backward.








                        1  TDE position







                                                              Steering
                                                              Your boat can be steered by turning  the
                                                              steering wheel the same direction you wish to
                                                              travel, to the right or left. When the steering
                                                              wheel is turned, the angle  of  the jet thrust
                                                              nozzles at the rear of the craft is changed,
                        When the remote control levers are moved  and the change in direction of the jet thrust
                        farther forward, the shift gates are lifted all the  nozzles changes the direction of the boat ac-
                        way up. All  jet thrust is to the  rear,  which  cordingly.
                        moves the boat forward.               275SE: In addition, the direction of the artic-
                                                              ulating keel changes according to the move-
                                                              ment of the jet thrust nozzles.
                                                              275SD: When the DRiVE X mode is activated,
                                                              the turning range of the steering wheel is ap-
                                                              proximately half the range of when the oper-
                                                              ator is using the remote control  levers
                                                              (running mode or single  lever  mode).  Al-
                                                              though the  turning  range of the steering
                                                              wheel changes depending on the operation
                                                              mode, the movement of the jet thrust nozzles
                                                              is adjusted automatically so that the full range
                                                              of motion for the nozzles matches the turning
                                                              range regardless of the selected mode. (See
                                                              page 52 for  information  on each operation
                                                              mode.)


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                                                              Tilt lever
                                                                  WARNING
                                          1
                                                               Never touch the tilt lever during opera-
                                   1      2                    tion, otherwise the steering wheel could
                                       2
                                                               suddenly change  position, which may
                                                               lead to an accident.
                                                               Be sure the steering wheel is locked in
                                                               position after adjustment. If the steering
                                                               wheel is not locked in position, it may
                                                               suddenly change position during opera-
                        1  Running mode and single lever mode
                                                               tion, which may lead to an accident.
                        2  DRiVE X mode (275SD)
                                                              The tilt lever is located under the steering
                                                              wheel and is used to adjust the tilt of the
                                                              steering wheel. There are 5 positions.







                           1                          1
                                              2

                        1  Jet thrust nozzle
                        2  Articulating keel (275SE)                          1
                                                              1  Tilt lever
                        Since the strength of the jet thrust determines
                        the speed and direction of a turn, the throttle
                                                              To adjust the tilt:
                        must always be opened above idle when at-
                                                              (1) Push the lever down, and then move the
                        tempting a turn, except at trolling speed.
                                                                 steering wheel up or down to the desired
                        Because boats steer from the stern, the stern
                                                                 position.
                        of the boat swings out in the opposite direc-
                                                              (2) The  lever will lock into place when  the
                        tion of your turn. If you turn to starboard, for
                                                                 steering wheel is moved into one of the 5
                        example, the stern of the boat will swing to
                                                                 available positions.
                        the left. Keep this in mind when navigating
                                                              (3) Make sure that the tilt lever returns to its
                        near a person in the water, such as a down
                                                                 original position and that  the steering
                        wakeboarder or water-skier, or an obstacle,
                                                                 wheel is securely locked in place.
                        such as a dock.


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                             DRiVE X mode (275SD)                              1
                        Using the switches equipped on the steering
                        wheel, you can perform forward, reverse, and
                        sideways movements at low speed without     SW
                                                                    NE
                                                                                       DEPTH
                        using the remote control levers.                               .8 9  ft
                                                                                     19
                                                                            x1000 rpm
                          1                             6
                                                               H
                          2                             7                       9   13.0
                                                                                    HOUSE
                          3                             8             Nav  Anchor     V    2
                          4                             9     1  Mode status
                                                              2  Operation mode icon
                          5
                                                              TIP:
                                                              Push and hold the “MODE” switch to enter
                        1  Throttle/shift paddle (left)       calibration mode.
                        2  “  ”  switch
                        3  “   DOCK HOLD” switch              To cancel DRiVE X mode, push the “MODE”
                        4  “PIVOT TURN” switch                switch. Push the switch, and there will be two
                        5  “MODE” switch                      beep sounds and the switch will turn off.
                        6  Throttle/shift paddle (right)
                        7  “  ”  switch
                                                              Forward
                        8  “   DOCK HOLD” switch
                                                              To move forward, pull the throttle/shift pad-
                        9  “HIGH MODE” switch
                                                              dle (right). When the paddle is pulled, the shift
                                                              gates of both engines will be in the TDE posi-
                        To activate DRiVE X mode:
                                                              tion, the engine speed will increase, and the
                        (1) Put the remote control levers in the neu-
                                                              boat will move forward at low speed.
                            tral position.
                                                              When the paddle is released, the shift gates
                        (2) Push the “MODE” switch, and there will
                                                              return to the  neutral  position and  the boat
                            be a single beep sound and the switch
                                                              idles.
                            will light up. The mode status and opera-
                            tion mode icon on the multi-function dis-
                                                              Reverse
                            play switch.
                                                              To move in reverse, pull the throttle/shift pad-
                                                              dle (left). When the paddle is pulled, the shift
                                                              gates of both engines will be in the reverse
                                                              position, the engine speed will increase, and
                                                              the boat will move in reverse at low speed.
                                                              When the paddle is released, the shift gates
                                                              return to the  neutral  position and  the boat
                                                              idles.



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                        Sideways movement                     Dock hold
                        It is possible to move the boat sideways with-
                                                                  WARNING
                        out changing the direction of the bow.
                        To move sideways to the right, continuously  The dock hold function  is an auxiliary
                        push the “  ” switch, and to move sideways  function for berthing at a dock. The opera-
                        to the left, continuously  push the  “  ”  tor  should  not leave the driver’s seat in
                        switch.                               case the dock hold function is unexpect-
                        When the  switch  is released, the boat will  edly disengaged due to the effects of the
                        stop.                                 wind or the tide.
                                                              It is possible to  continue  moving  the boat
                                                              sideways without changing the direction of
                                                              the bow.
                                                              To move sideways to  the right, push the
                                                              “   DOCK HOLD” switch,  and to move
                                                              sideways to the left,  push the “   DOCK
                                                              HOLD” switch.
                                                              When the switch is pushed, there will be a
                                                              single beep sound, and the switch will blink.

















                        TIP:
                        While the switch is being pushed continuous-
                        ly, the movement of the boat can be adjusted
                        by operating the steering  wheel or throt-
                        tle/shift paddle.












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                        To move forward or in reverse during DOCK  To cancel the  operation, push the  “PIVOT
                        HOLD operation, pull the throttle/shift pad-  TURN” switch again.  When the  switch is
                        dle.                                  pushed, there will be two beep sounds, and
                        TIP:                                  the switch will turn off.
                        Forward and reverse movement can be ad-
                        justed in 3 steps.                    High mode
                                                              During DRiVE X mode operation, it is possible
                        To cancel the  operation, push  the switch  to increase the speed to a speed that is high-
                        again. When the switch is pushed, there will  er than normal speed.
                        be two beep sounds, and the switch will turn  To increase the  speed, push the “HIGH
                        off.                                  MODE” switch. When the switch is pushed,
                                                              there will be a single beep sound, and the
                        Pivot turn                            switch will light up.
                        It is possible to turn the boat while holding the  HIGH MODE is  applicable to the following
                        boat’s position.                      functions.
                        To turn the boat, push  the  “PIVOT TURN”   Sideways movement
                        switch. To turn the boat to the right, turn the   Dock hold
                        steering wheel right, and to turn the boat to   Pivot turn
                        the left, turn the steering wheel left. When the
                        switch is pushed, there will be a single beep  To cancel  the operation, push  the “HIGH
                        sound, and the switch will light up.  MODE” switch  again. When the  switch is
                                                              pushed, there will be two beep sounds, and
                                                              the switch will turn off.

                                                              Sideways movement calibration
                                                              If the boat does not move to the side during
                                                              sideways movement, you can adjust the op-
                                                              eration so that the boat moves to the side.

                                                              To perform sideways movement calibration:
                                                              (1) Put the boat in normal mode.
                                                              (2) Push and hold the “MODE” switch until
                                                                 “DRiVE X calibration mode” appears on
                                                                 the multi-function display.













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                                                                      NW       N       NE






                                                                              MPH
                                DRiVE X calibration mode          DRiVE X calibration is successful


                        (3) Push the “HIGH MODE” switch, and se-  TIP:
                            lect the engine speed.            Calibration requires adjustment of each com-
                        (4) Push the switch of the function you want  bination of engine speed and switch for the
                            to adjust.                        sideways movement function.


                                                              To reset the adjustments:
                                                              (1) Put the boat in normal mode.
                          1                             3     (2) Push and hold the “MODE” switch until
                          2                             4        “DRiVE X calibration mode” appears on
                                                                 the multi-function display.
                                                              (3) When the “MODE” switch is pushed,
                                                                 “DRiVE X calibration data reset” is dis-
                                                                 played, and the boat returns to normal
                                                                 mode.
                        1  “  ”  switch
                        2  “   DOCK HOLD” switch                      NW       N       NE
                        3  “  ”  switch
                        4  “   DOCK HOLD” switch
                        (5) When the boat starts moving, operate
                            the steering wheel and throttle/shift pad-
                            dle so that the boat starts moving to the         MPH
                            side.                                  DRiVE X calibration data reset
                        (6) When the “MODE” switch is pushed,
                            “DRiVE X calibration is successful” is
                            displayed, and the boat returns to normal
                            mode.








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                        Instrument operation

                                   Helm control               “BILGE” switch
                        Switch panel                          Turns the bilge pump on or off. (See page 98.)
                        In addition to touching the multi-function dis-  The switch light  comes on while the  bilge
                        play directly, you can use the switches to op-  pump is operating.
                        erate various functions.              TIP:
                                                              Even if the bilge pump is turned off, the pump
                                 2                            will operate every 2 minutes when the house
                                     3                        battery switch is in the on position.

                                                              “BLOWER” switch
                              )03/
                                                              Turns the blowers on or off. (See page 106.)
                                 #*-(&
                                                              The switch light comes on while the blowers
                             /"7 -*()54
                          1      #-08&3
                                                              are operating.
                          4
                        1  “NAV LIGHTS” switch
                        2  “HORN” switch
                        3  “BILGE” switch
                        4  “BLOWER” switch
                        “NAV LIGHTS” switch
                        Turns the navigation lights (anchor light and
                        bow light) on or off. Each time the switch is
                        pushed, the combination of lights that are on
                        or off changes in the following 3 patterns.
                         Switch   Anchor   Bow   Multi-function
                         light  light   light  display
                         Off    Off     Off    -
                         On     On      On
                                                    Nav
                         On     On      Off
                                                  Anchor


                        “HORN” switch
                        Activates the horn. The horn can be used to
                        signal other boats as required by the “Rules
                        of the road”. (See page 16.)
                        The switch light comes on while the horn is
                        operating.






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                                                                 Instrument operation

                           Multi-function display unit        Volume control mode
                                    operation                 Turn the joystick knob to change the audio
                                                              volume.
                        Because the multi-function display unit is
                        equipped with a touch screen, you can touch
                        the display directly to operate  the display
                        functions.                                            VOLUME
                                                                              (SCROLL)
                        In addition to touching the display, you can       HOME   CANCEL
                        use the joystick to operate the display func-
                        tions.                                                         1

                        Touching the multi-function display                 CRUISE  CRUISE
                                                                                NO WAKE
                                                                            NO WAKE
                                                              1  Joystick knob
                                                 RUNNING MODE
                                      SE  S  SW
                             FUEL                    DEPTH
                                                              Navigation control mode
                             100 %                   .8 9  ft
                              19                    19
                                  x1000 rpm     x1000 rpm
                                                              (1) Turn the joystick knob to change the se-
                                         MPH
                              START                 HOUSE
                                                                 lected setting or item.
                                 9                9
                              13.0  V               13.0  V
                                   Bilge  Blower  Nav  Anchor
                                                                              VOLUME
                                                                              (SCROLL)
                                                                           HOME   CANCEL
                        Using the joystick
                        This joystick has the following two operation                  1
                        modes.
                         Volume control mode                               CRUISE  CRUISE
                                                                            NO WAKE  NO WAKE
                         Navigation control mode
                        Push the  “VOLUME–(SCROLL)” button to
                        switch the operation mode.            1  Joystick knob
                                         1                    (2) Push the joystick knob to select an item
                                                                 or confirm a setting.
                                         VOLUME
                                         (SCROLL)
                                      HOME  CANCEL



                                       CRUISE  CRUISE
                                       NO WAKE  NO WAKE

                        1  “VOLUME–(SCROLL)” button



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                                                                     Operation buttons
                                                              In addition to touching the multi-function dis-
                                                              play directly, you can use the operation but-
                                         VOLUME
                                         (SCROLL)
                                      HOME  CANCEL            tons and the controller to operate  various
                                                              functions.
                                                              Controller
                                       CRUISE  CRUISE
                                                                           1   2 3
                                       NO WAKE  NO WAKE
                                                                              VOLUME
                                                                              (SCROLL)
                                                                           HOME   CANCEL
                        TIP:
                        Although the procedures in this manual ex-
                        plain how to make selections by touching the
                        display, you can also make selections using         CRUISE  CRUISE
                                                                            NO WAKE
                                                                                NO WAKE
                        the joystick knob.
                                                                             4   5
                                                                      Name          Function
                                                               1  “HOME” button  Displays the home
                                                                               screen. (See page 53.)
                                                               2  “VOLUME  –   Switches the joystick
                                                                  (SCROLL)” but-  between the volume
                                                                  ton          control mode and the
                                                                               navigation control
                                                                               mode. When the main
                                                                               switches are turned to
                                                                               the on position, the
                                                                               volume control mode
                                                                               is selected by default.
                                                               3  “CANCEL” but-  Deselects the current-
                                                                  ton          ly selected item.
                                                               4  “CRUISE/NO   Activate and set the
                                                                  WAKE” (–) but-  cruise assist, no-wake
                                                                  ton          mode, and reverse
                                                               5  “CRUISE/NO   RPM control. (See the
                                                                  WAKE” (+) but-  following sections.)
                                                                  ton


                                                              Operating the boat at a steady speed
                                                              (cruise assist)
                                                              The cruise assist feature is for steady engine
                                                              speed operation when the boat is traveling
                                                              above no-wake speeds. The cruise assist is
                                                              available for use whenever the engines are


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                        running above  3000  rpm and below  7000  To deactivate the cruise assist:
                        rpm.                                  Operate the remote control  levers  to  de-
                        To activate the cruise assist:        crease the engine speed to 3000 rpm or less.
                        (1) Push the remote control levers forward  When “CRUISE ASSIST” and the cruise as-
                            to open the throttle until the desired en-  sist setting level disappear, the cruise assist
                            gine speed is reached and both engines  is deactivated.
                            are operating at the same engine speed.
                        (2) Push the “CRUISE/NO WAKE” (+) button  Operating the boat with a minimal wake
                            or “CRUISE/NO WAKE” (–) button. When  (no-wake mode)
                            the cruise  assist is activated,  “CRUISE  The no-wake mode is useful for operating the
                            ASSIST” and  the cruise assist  setting  boat at a steady speed with a minimal wake.
                            level  will be displayed under  the boat  This is especially convenient when traveling
                            speed.                            in harbors, channels, or other areas posted
                                                              with low speed limits as “no wake zones”.
                                                              The no-wake mode can be  activated only
                                  SE      S      SW
                                                              when the engines are operating at idle speed.
                                                              To activate the no-wake mode:
                                                              (1) Put the remote control levers in the TDE
                                                                 position or forward position so that both
                                                                 engines are operating at idle speed.
                                         MPH
                                                              (2) Push the  “CRUISE/NO WAKE” (+) but-
                                    CRUISE ASSIST:
                                                                 ton. When the no-wake mode is activat-
                                                                 ed, “No Wake” and the no-wake mode
                                              1
                                                                 setting level will be displayed under the
                        1  Cruise assist setting level
                                                                 boat speed.
                         Once the cruise assist is activated, the set
                                                                       SE      S      SW
                          engine speed can be increased by pushing
                          the “CRUISE/NO WAKE” (+) button or de-
                          creased by  pushing the  “CRUISE/NO
                          WAKE” (–) button. However, the  adjust-
                          ment is limited to a maximum of 8 incre-
                          ments above or below the initial cruise             MPH
                          assist setting. Each  time a button is            No Wake:
                          pushed, the engine speed will increase or
                          decrease approximately 100–200 rpm.                    1
                         While the cruise assist is activated, the en-  1  No-wake mode setting level
                          gine speed can also be adjusted by operat-
                          ing the remote control levers.      The no-wake mode can be set to 3 engine
                                                              speeds. To adjust the engine speed while the
                                                              no-wake  mode is activated, push the




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                        “CRUISE/NO   WAKE”    (+)  button  or  To deactivate the reverse RPM control:
                        “CRUISE/NO WAKE” (–) button.          Operate the remote control  levers  to  de-
                        To deactivate the no-wake mode:       crease the engine speed to less than 4500
                        Perform one of the following operations.  rpm.
                         Push the “CRUISE/NO  WAKE” (–) button
                          repeatedly until  “No Wake” and  the no-
                          wake mode setting level disappears.
                         Push the remote control levers forward to
                          open the throttle.
                        TIP:
                        275SD: If the throttle/shift paddles are oper-
                        ated in the DRiVE X mode while the no-wake
                        mode is activated, the no-wake mode will be
                        deactivated.

                        Operating the boat in reverse with more
                        thrust (reverse RPM control)
                        Engine speed in reverse is limited to approx-
                        imately 4500 rpm. If more thrust is required
                        when the boat is traveling in reverse, use the
                        reverse RPM control.  WARNING! Be pre-
                        pared to reduce throttle as soon  as the
                        boat moves  as desired.  Otherwise, the
                        boat may become unstable, which could
                        result in loss of control and an accident.
                        To activate the reverse RPM control:
                        (1) Move the remote control levers back-
                            ward so that the throttle is opened in re-
                            verse and both engines are operating at
                            the same engine speed.
                        (2) Increase the engine speed to 4500 rpm,
                            and then push the “CRUISE/NO WAKE”
                            (+) button.
                        Once the reverse RPM control is activated,
                        pushing the “CRUISE/NO WAKE” (+) button
                        will increase the available  engine speed by
                        approximately 500 rpm in 3 stages up to a
                        maximum  of 6000 rpm, and pushing  the
                        “CRUISE/NO WAKE” (–) button will decrease
                        the available engine speed. However, the ad-
                        justment is limited to these 3 increments.



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                                           Multi-function display elements


                              1         2          3        4                   5    6    7
                                                                                RUNNING MODE

                                                     SE     S      SW
                           FUEL                                                             DEPTH
                           100 %                                                            .8 9  ft

                               19                                                        19
                                        x1000 rpm                             x1000 rpm
                                                           MPH
                              START                                                     HOUSE
                                     9                                             9
                              13.0  V                                                   13.0  V
                                          Bilge  Blower               Nav  Anchor
                           16 15 14     13                 12                 11    10   9   8
                                    Name                             Function
                          1  Clock               Shows the time. Tap the clock to set the time. (See page 63.)
                          2  Port engine tachometer  Shows the engine speed.
                          3  Center display      Shows various information for each screen tab.
                          4  Screen tab bar      Shows the tabs for the various screens that can be shown on the
                                                 center display.
                          5  Starboard engine ta-  Shows the engine speed.
                             chometer
                          6  Day/Night brightness  Switches between day brightness and night brightness. (See page
                                                 64.)
                          7  Mode status         Shows the current mode. (See page 52.)
                          8  Depth level bar graph  Shows the water depth in feet or meters. Depending on the depth
                                                 alarm setting and detected water depth, the color of the bar graph
                                                 segments changes.
                          9  House battery voltage  Shows the house battery voltage in a bar graph format and numer-
                                                 ical format.
                         10  Operation mode icon  Switches the operation mode. This button can be used only when
                                                 the remote control levers are in the neutral position. (See page 52.)
                         11  Starboard shift indicator  Shows the current shift position for the starboard jet thrust nozzle.
                                                 This indicator appears only when the engine is running.
                         12  Status indicator bar  Shows the operating status of various functions and displays warn-
                                                 ings.
                         13  Port shift indicator  Shows the current shift position for the port jet thrust nozzle. This
                                                 indicator appears only when the engine is running.
                         14  Warning mute button  Mutes the sound of the buzzer for a specific time depending on the
                                                 warnings present.
                         15  Start battery voltage  Shows the start battery voltage in a bar graph format and numeri-
                                                 cal format.
                         16  Fuel level bar graph  Shows the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Depending on
                                                 the amount of remaining fuel, the color of the bar graph segments
                                                 changes.
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                        If the multi-function display unit is turned on while the engines are stopped, the display unit
                        will enter the float mode.
                        When the multi-function display unit is in the float mode, the following items are different than
                        they are in the running mode.

                                                  1                   2
                                                                        FLOAT MODE


                                FUEL                                                  DEPTH
                                             FM Radio
                                 100 %                                                .8 9  ft
                                                                   Water Temp
                                      19                                          19
                                          107.7 MHz
                                                Her By                    °F

                                     START                                        HOUSE
                                             9                              9
                                    13.0  V                                      13.0  V
                                                   Bilge  B       Anchor


                                    Name                             Function
                          1  Audio system function  Shows the selected function of the audio system.
                          2  Water temperature   Shows the ambient water temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or
                                                 degrees Celsius.


                        Screen tab bar
                                          1     2     3     4     5     6     7




                                    Name                             Function
                          1  Home screen tab     Displays the home screen. (See page 53.)
                          2  Map screen tab      Displays the map screen. (See page 53.)
                          3  Trip screen tab     Displays the trip screen. (See page 57.)
                          4  Drive control screen tab  Displays the drive control screen. (See page 58.)
                          5  Media screen tab    Displays the media screen. (See page 59.)
                          6  System control screen   Displays the system control screen. (See page 62.)
                             tab
                          7  Setting screen tab  Displays the setting screen. (See page 63.)




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                        Status indicator bar

                                        1      2            3            4      5

                                       Bilge  Blower                    Nav   Anchor

                                    Name                             Function
                          1  Bilge pump indicator  Shows the operating status of the bilge pump. When the bilge
                                                 pump is stopped, the indicator will be gray, and when the bilge
                                                 pump is operating, the indicator will be blue.
                                                 You can also tap this indicator to change the bilge pump setting.
                          2  Blower indicator    Shows the operating status of the blowers. When the house bat-
                                                 tery switch is turned to the on position, a 5-minute timer will be
                                                 shown in this indicator while the blowers operate automatically.
                                                 You can also tap this indicator to turn the blowers on or off.
                          3  Warning icon bar    Displays the warning icons.
                                                 When a warning icon is displayed, tap the icon to display the
                                                 warning message for that icon.
                          4  Navigation light indicator  Shows the operating status of the navigation light mode. (When
                                                 the navigation light mode is activated, the bow light and anchor
                                                 light are turned on.)
                                                 You can also tap this indicator to turn the navigation light mode on
                                                 or off.
                          5  Anchor light indicator  Shows the operating status of the anchor light mode. (When the
                                                 anchor light mode is activated, only the anchor light is turned on.)
                                                 You can also tap this indicator to turn the anchor light mode on or
                                                 off.






























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                        Operation mode                        DRiVE X mode “  ” (275SD)
                        When the engines are running and both re-  Both engines are operated at the same en-
                        mote control levers are in the neutral position,  gine speed and  the throttle  and shifting of
                        the operation mode can be changed by tap-  both engines are controlled using the throt-
                        ping the operation mode icon.         tle/shift paddles and steering wheel switches.
                                                              “DRiVE X” is shown for the mode status.
                                                              Use this mode to make small throttle adjust-
                                         1     2
                                                              ments  when operating  the boat at  slow
                                        RUNNING MODE
                                                              speeds, such as when docking. (See page 40
                               NE
                              SW
                                                              for information on the throttle/shift paddles.)
                                                  DEPTH
                                                  .8 9  ft
                                                              TIP:
                                               19
                                       x1000 rpm
                                                               If the remote control levers are moved from
                          H
                                                               the neutral position to the forward or re-
                                               HOUSE
                                           9
                                               13.0  V
                                                               verse position while the DRiVE X mode is
                                 Nav  Anchor
                                                               activated, the operation mode will change
                        1  Mode status
                        2  Operation mode icon                 to the running mode.
                                                               When the DRiVE X mode is activated, the
                        Float mode                             engine speed will be controlled.
                        Both engines are stopped. “FLOAT-MODE”
                        is shown for the mode status.
                        The audio system function and water temper-
                        ature are shown instead of the port and star-
                        board tachometers.
                        Running mode “  ”
                        The port and starboard remote control levers
                        control the throttle and shifting for their re-
                        spective engines.  “RUNNING-MODE” is
                        shown for the mode status.

                        Single lever mode “  ”
                        Both engines are operated at the same en-
                        gine  speed and the throttle  and shifting of
                        both  engines are  controlled using only  the
                        port remote control lever. “SINGLE-LEVER”
                        is shown for the mode status.
                        The starboard remote control lever is not
                        used.






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                                  Home screen                            Map screen
                        This screen shows the boat speed, current  This screen displays a map.
                        heading of the boat, and other information.

                         1        NW      N       NE

                                    RUNNING MODE
                         2

                                        MPH
                                                                                 MPH
                         3
                                                                   Item            Function
                                Name           Function                      Expands the size of the
                         1  Heading       Displays the heading               map, or returns it to the
                                          of the boat.                       original size.
                         2  Boat speed*   Displays the boat                  Shows the direction of
                                          speed in miles per                 North at the top of the
                                          hour or kilometers per             screen, or the current
                                          hour.                              course being traveled at
                         3  Cruise  as-   Displays the operating             the top of the screen.
                            sist/no-wake   status of the cruise as-
                            mode status in-  sist and no-wake                Zooms out to display a
                            dicator       mode.                              more distant view of the
                                          When the cruise assist             map.
                                          is activated, “CRUISE              Zooms in to display a clos-
                                          ASSIST” and the                    er view of the map.
                                          cruise assist setting
                                          level will be displayed.           Opens the waypoint menu.
                                          When the no-wake
                                          mode is activated, “No             Opens the track menu.
                                          Wake” and the no-
                                          wake mode setting lev-             Displays the Map Settings.
                                          el will be displayed.
                        * When both engines are not running, the wa-
                         ter temperature will be displayed.















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                        Waypoint                              (3) Select  the  waypoint you want to use
                        Set a waypoint for a destination on the map.  from the list and tap “Go-To”.
                        Waypoints can be attached to any location.
                                                                          Waypoint Manager
                                                                                      EDIT
                                                                        AAD
                                      Waypoints
                                                                       Lat:       34.6892
                                                                       Lon:       137.5789
                                                                       Distance:    0.62 Ft.
                                                                  Close   Delete  View    Go-To
                               Go-To        Add Waypoint
                                                                                           1
                                                              1  “Go-To”
                                 1               2
                        1  “Go-To”
                                                              Track
                        2  “Add Waypoint”
                                                              Set the track and display the route on the
                        To add a Waypoint:                    map.
                        (1) Tap “   ” to open the waypoint menu.
                        (2) Tap “Add Waypoint”.
                                                                             Tracks
                        (3) Enter the name of the waypoint and tap
                            “Save”.
                                                                                           REC
                                      Add Waypoint
                                                                  Follow    Create Track  Record
                                          A   B
                                                                    1          2          3
                                     A    B   C
                                     B    C   D
                                                              1  “Follow”
                                                              2  “Create Track”
                            Cancel                   Save
                                                              3  “Record”
                                                     1
                                                              To create a track:
                        1  “Save”
                                                              (1) Tap “  ” to open the track menu.
                                                              (2) Tap “Create Track”.
                        TIP:
                                                              (3) Create a route on the map and tap “Do-
                        Check the registered waypoint information
                                                                 ne”.
                        with the waypoint manager. (See page 56)
                        Cruising to the destination:
                        (1) Tap “   ” to open the waypoint menu.
                        (2) Tap “Go-To”.



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                        (4) Enter the name of the track and  tap  (4) Tap “  ” and then tap “Stop”.
                            “Save”.

                                       Add Track                             Tracks

                                                                      Stop Recording Track?
                                          A   B
                                     A    B   C
                                                                   No                    Stop
                                     B    C   D
                                                                                          1
                            Cancel                   Save

                                                     1        1  “Stop”
                        1  “Save”
                                                              (5) Tap “Save”
                        TIP:
                                                                           Track Manager
                        Check the registered track information with
                        the track manager. (See page 56)             EGG
                                                                           Save Track?
                                                                     Temp
                        To follow a track:
                        (1) Tap “   ” to open the track menu.        AMA
                        (2) Tap “Follow”.
                        (3) Select the track you want to use from the
                                                                Do Not Save               Save
                            list and tap “Follow”.
                                                                                           1
                                     Track Manager
                                                              1  “Save”
                                   EAC           EDIT
                                                              (6) Enter  the name of the track and  tap
                                  Distance:    2651.68 ft        “Save”.



                            Close   Delete   Hide    Follow
                                                     1

                        1  “Follow”
                        To record a track:
                        (1) Tap “   ” to open the track menu.
                        (2) Tap “Record”.
                        (3) Navigating the route registered as a truck
                            by boat.




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                        Map settings screen                        Item            Function
                        Perform settings for  waypoints  and tracks,         Changes the color of the
                        etc. on the Map Settings screen.                     waypoint.
                                                              EDIT           Changes the name of the
                        Waypoints                                            waypoint.
                        Perform waypoint management. Tap “Way-  Delete       Deletes the waypoint.
                        points” to display “Waypoint Manager”.  Show / Hide  Shows the track on the
                                                                             map. Hide will make that
                                                                             track invisible.
                                     Waypoint Manager         Follow         Display the route of the
                                                                             track on the map and start
                                   AAD           EDIT                        navigating.
                                  Lat:       34.6892
                                  Lon:       137.5789         Satellite status
                                  Distance:    0.62 Ft.       Display detectable satellites.

                            Close   Delete   View    Go-To
                                                                     Satellite Status  N
                                                                  SATELLITES     3
                                                                  9:47
                              Item            Function            Latitude:  35.6060
                                                                  Longitude:  -84.2541
                                       Changes the color of the   Op Mode:  0.00  W         E
                                                                  HDOP:  0.00
                                       waypoint.                  VDOP:  0.00
                                                                  TDOP:  0.00
                         EDIT          Changes the name of the    SOG:  0.0
                                       waypoint.                  COG:  0
                                                                                     S
                         Delete        Deletes the waypoint.
                                                                 Close
                         View          Views the waypoint on the
                                       map.
                         Go-To         Displays the route to the
                                       waypoint on the map.   Depth / Position
                                                              Perform settings  for contour lines and  safe
                                                              depths.
                        Tracks
                        Perform track management. Tap “Tracks” to
                        display “Track Manager”.                           Depth / Position
                                                                  DEPTH CONTOUR
                                     Track Manager                  All  66ft  33ft  16ft  6ft  0ft
                                   EAC           EDIT             SAFETY CONTOUR
                                                                    66ft  33ft  16ft  6ft  0ft
                                  Distance:    2651.68 ft
                                                                 Close


                            Close   Delete   Hide    Follow   To perform settings, select the desired depth.
                                                              Set depths are reflected on the map.



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                        Chart Setup                                      Trip screen
                        Perform settings for functions displayed on  This screen displays the hours of engine op-
                        the map.                              eration, fuel consumption, and other informa-
                                                              tion.
                                       Chart Setup
                                                                              1            2 3
                                                                      NW       N        NE
                               SHOW GRIDS     SHOW  TRACKS
                                                                     Economy :    0.0 MPG
                               SHOW TEXT      SHOW NAV AIDS
                                                                    Trip Distance:  0.0 Mi
                               SHOW WAYPOINTS  SHOW WAYPOINT NAMES
                                                                     Fuel Used :  0.0 Gal
                            Close                                    Fuel Flow :  0.0 GPH

                        To perform settings, select the item you want                     Reset All
                        to display.
                                                              1  Menu
                                                              2  Scrollbar
                                                              3  “Reset All” button

                                                              The menu displays the following items. Scroll
                                                              through the menu items using the scrollbar.
                                                                  Name             Function
                                                              Economy       Shows the average dis-
                                                                            tance that can be traveled
                                                                            on 1.0 gallon or 1.0 liter of
                                                                            fuel. When gallons are se-
                                                                            lected for the display units,
                                                                            the value is shown in miles
                                                                            and when liters are selected
                                                                            for the display units, the
                                                                            value is shown in kilome-
                                                                            ters.
                                                              Trip Distance  Shows the distance trav-
                                                                            eled by the boat in miles or
                                                                            kilometers since the item
                                                                            was last reset.
                                                              Fuel Used     Shows the total fuel that
                                                                            has been consumed by the
                                                                            port and starboard engines
                                                                            in gallons or liters.
                                                              Fuel Flow*    Shows the total fuel con-
                                                                            sumption of the port and
                                                                            starboard engines in gal-
                                                                            lons per hour or liters per
                                                                            hour.




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                             Name            Function               Drive control screen
                         Water Tempera-  Shows the ambient water   This screen can be used to set a target speed
                         ture*         temperature in degrees   for the boat, increase the set speed.
                                       Fahrenheit or degrees Cel-
                                       sius.
                         Average Speed  Shows the average boat     WKS  WKB
                                       speed in miles per hour or   Target Speed  21.0
                                       kilometers per hour.
                         Highest Speed  Shows the highest speed of   Acceleration  Fast
                                       the boat in miles per hour or
                                       kilometers per hour.
                         Port Engine   Shows the total number of
                         Hours*        hours that the port engine
                                       has been running since the
                                       boat was new.              Set                      Save
                         Starboard En-  Shows the total number of
                         gine Hours*   hours that the starboard en-
                                       gine has been running since   To activate the drive control:
                                       the boat was new.      (1) Tap the tab you want to set.
                                                              (2) Tap the target speed.
                        * This item cannot be reset.
                                                              (3) To set  the speed,  tap each digit and
                                                                 scroll  up or down, and  then tap  the
                        To reset an item on the trip screen:
                                                                 “Back” button.
                        Touch and hold the “  ” of the item that
                        you want to reset for several seconds.

                        To reset all of the display items:
                        Touch the “Reset All” button to reset all of the
                        items.                                            8         0

                                                                          9         1




                                                              (4) Tap the desired acceleration profile.
                                                              (5) Tap the “Set” button, and then tap the
                                                                 “Save” button.
                                                              (6) Select the characters you want to  set,
                                                                 tap the “Save” button.
                                                              (7) After setting the preceding items, tap the
                                                                 “Set” button.
                                                              (8) Move the remote control levers to the ful-
                                                                 ly open position.





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                        TIP:                                            Media screen
                         If the remote control levers are moved  This screen can be used to receive a radio
                          slowly to the fully open position, the boat  broadcast, connect to an external device us-
                          may not accelerate according to the select-  ing Bluetooth wireless technology, and per-
                          ed acceleration profile or reach the set tar-  form other functions.
                          get speed.
                         If the single lever mode is activated, move
                          only the remote control lever for the port         Source
                          engine to the fully open position. (See page
                                                                       AM Radio    FM Radio
                          52 for information on the single lever mode
                          button.)                                     Weather     Bluetooth
                         275SD: While the DRiVE X mode is activat-          Auxiliary
                          ed, the drive control mode cannot be used.
                        To deactivate the drive control:         Turn Off   Select a Source  Zone Control
                        (1) Return the remote control levers to the
                            neutral position.                      Item            Function
                        (2) Tap the “CANCEL” button.          AM Radio       Switches the source to the
                                                                             AM radio tuner and dis-
                                                                             plays the AM radio screen.
                                                              FM Radio       Switches the source to the
                                                                             FM radio tuner and dis-
                                                                             plays the FM radio screen.
                                                              Weather        Switches the source to the
                                                                             weather radio tuner and
                                                                             displays the weather radio
                                                                             screen.
                                                              Bluetooth      Switches the source to an
                                                                             external device connected
                                                                             using Bluetooth wireless
                                                                             technology, and displays
                                                                             the Bluetooth screen.
                                                              Auxiliary      Switches the source to the
                                                                             auxiliary device and dis-
                                                                             plays the auxiliary screen.
                                                              Turn Off       Turns the audio system on
                                                                             or off.
                                                              Zone Control   Displays the volume ad-
                                                                             justment screen for each
                                                                             zone.
                                                              TIP:
                                                              If multiple external devices are connected at
                                                              the same time, the audio system may not op-
                                                              erate properly. When switching from one ex-
                                                              ternal device to another one, disconnect the


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                        currently  connected device,  and then con-  Item          Function
                        nect the other device.                               Increases the radio station
                                                                             frequency. Touch and hold
                                                                             this button to automatically
                        To change the volume:
                                                                             seek the next available ra-
                        The following slider is displayed in each            dio station.
                        screen.                               Source         Displays the media screen.
                        Use the slider control to change the volume.
                                                              To change the radio station frequency:
                                         1                    Tap “   ” or “  ” to tune to a receivable
                                                              frequency.

                                                              To save a radio station frequency to a preset
                        1  Slider control
                                                              button:
                                                              Tune the radio to the desired radio station,
                        TIP:
                                                              and then touch and hold the desired preset
                        The volume can also be adjusted by tapping
                                                              button for several seconds.
                        the “     ” or “    ” button.
                                                                               1
                        Radio screen (AM/FM)                           AM Radio       AM-1
                        You can receive a radio broadcast.         1    2    3    4    5
                                                                    1710

                                                                               P1
                                  AM Radio      AM-1
                                                                           1710 kHz
                              1    2    3    4    5
                               1710
                                          P1
                                      1710 kHz                   Source           MPH    Zone Control
                                                              1  Preset button

                            Source           MPH   Zone Control

                              Item            Function
                                       Decreases the radio sta-
                                       tion frequency. Touch and
                                       hold this button to auto-
                                       matically seek the next
                                       available radio station.
                                       Decreases the radio sta-
                                       tion frequency.
                                       Increases the radio station
                                       frequency.






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                        Weather screen                        (2) Turn on the Bluetooth function of the ex-
                        You can receive a weather broadcast.     ternal  device, and  then search for the
                                                                 multi-function display unit of the boat.
                                                              TIP:
                                   NOAA National Weather
                                                              Make sure that other external devices have
                                                              their Bluetooth function disabled before be-
                                   CH 1 -0.000  kHz           ginning the pairing  process  to reduce  con-
                                                              nection issues.
                             1   2   3    4   5   6   7
                                                              (3) Tap the “Connect” button, and the “Con-
                                                                 firm Pairing on Device”  screen is  dis-
                           Source            MPH   Zone Control
                                                                 played.
                                                              (4) Select “OK” for both the multi-function
                        To change the radio station, tap a preset but-
                                                                 display unit and the external device.
                        ton.
                                                              To disconnect an external device, turn off the
                        Bluetooth screen
                                                              Bluetooth function of the external device.
                        Smartphones and other external devices that
                        are compatible with Bluetooth can be con-  Auxiliary screen
                        nected wirelessly to the audio system to lis-
                                                              Portable media players  and other external
                        ten to the audio tracks stored on the devices
                                                              devices can be connected to the audio sys-
                        through the audio system’s speakers.
                                                              tem to listen to the audio tracks stored on the
                                                              devices through the audio system’s speak-
                                 Bluetooth                    ers.
                                      Best Of You
                                      Foo Fighters
                                      In Your Honor                          Auxiliary



                           Source            MPH   Zone Control


                              Item            Function           Source           MPH    Zone Control
                                       Displays the external de-
                                       vice management screen.
                                       Displays information about
                                       the current audio track.

                        To connect an external device:
                        (1) Tap the “  ” button, and then select
                            “+Add Device”.




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                                                                   System control screen
                                                       1
                                                              The system control screen can be used to
                                                              turn the boat lights and shower pump on and
                                                              off.
                                                              When a light is turned on, it will be indicated
                                                              on the illustration of the boat shown on the
                                                              screen.




                        1  Auxiliary input jack

                        TIP:
                         You can adjust the volume level of the
                          speakers using  the multi-function  display
                          unit or the volume control of the external  Courtesy  Dock
                          device.
                         To select the audio tracks, use the external  Item       Function
                          device.                             Courtesy       Turns the courtesy lights
                                                                             on or off. (See page 25 for
                        Zone control screen                                  information on the location
                                                                             of the courtesy lights.)
                        Perform volume adjustment for each zone.
                                                              Helm           Turns the illumination on or
                                                                             off for the panels on the
                                                                             port and starboard sides of
                                      Zone Control                           the steering wheel.
                                                              Logo           Turns the illumination on or
                                      100                                    off for the logo plates on
                                100     100   100
                                                                             the port and starboard
                                                                             sides of the boat.
                                                              Underwater     Turns the underwater lights
                                                                             on or off.
                                                              Docking        Turns the docking lights on
                            Back    Selected Zone: Interior                  or off.
                                                              Shower         Turns the shower pump on
                        To adjust the volume:                                or off. (See page 86 for in-
                                                                             formation on the shower
                        (1) Tap the highlighted part.                        and page 88 for informa-
                        (2) Adjust by moving the slider control to the       tion on the galley.)
                            left or right.
                                                              To adjust the brightness of the lights:
                        (3) Tap “Back”.
                                                              Tap the item you want to adjust the bright-
                        TIP:
                                                              ness for, and move the slider control left or
                        Zones that can be set differ depending on the
                                                              right to adjust.
                        specifications.

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                                                                       Setting screen
                                         1
                                                              The setting screen can be used to change the
                                                              settings of the multi-function display unit.

                        1  Slider control
                                                                              Menu
                        TIP:                                           Time         Depth
                        The brightness can also be adjusted by tap-    Unit        Brightness
                        ping the “    ” or “    ” button.
                                                                      Wellness     Language
                                                                     Tuner Region  Auto Volume

                                                                                           Reset

                                                                   Item            Function
                                                              Time           Displays the time setting
                                                                             screen.
                                                              Depth          Displays the depth alarm
                                                                             setting screen.
                                                              Unit           Displays the unit setting
                                                                             screen.
                                                              Brightness     Displays the brightness
                                                                             setting screen.
                                                              Wellness       Displays the maintenance
                                                                             setting screen.
                                                              Language       Displays the language set-
                                                                             ting screen.
                                                              Tuner Region   Displays the tuner region
                                                                             setting screen.
                                                              Auto Volume    Displays the auto volume
                                                                             setting screen.
                                                              DRiVE X        Displays the DRiVE X set-
                                                                             ting screen.
                                                              Reset          Displays the factory reset
                                                                             screen.
















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                        Time setting screen                    If the water depth is set to 0.0 m (0.0 ft), the
                        Perform settings related to the time.  depth alarm will not operate.

                                         Time                 (2) Tap “Back” to complete the setting.
                                12-Hour:   24-Hour:
                                                              Unit setting screen
                                                              The display units for the multi-function dis-
                               GMT Offset:    -4
                                                              play unit can be changed.
                             Daylight Saving Time:  Disabled
                                                                             Set Unit
                            Back
                                                                             U.S. Std
                        To set the time:
                        (1) Select a 12 hour display or 24 hour dis-  U.S. Std       Metric
                            play.
                        (2) Tap “   ” or “  ” to adjust GMT off-
                            set.                                 Back
                        (3) Select to enable or disable daylight sav-
                            ing time.                         Select “U.S. Std” or “Metric”.

                        Depth alarm setting screen            Brightness setting screen
                        The water depth for the depth alarm can be  The multi-function display has a day mode
                        set.                                  and a night mode.
                                                              The brightness can be set separately for the
                                     Set Depth Alarm          day mode and for the night mode.


                                                                           Set Brightness
                                        5.0 Ft
                                                                       Night:    30  Day:    90


                            Back
                                         1
                        1  Slider control                        Back

                        To adjust the water depth setting:
                        (1) Move the slider control left or right.  To set the brightness:
                        TIP:                                  (1) Set either “Night” or “Day”.
                         The water depth can also be adjusted by  (2) Move the slider control left or right to ad-
                          tapping the “  ” or “  ” button.       just.



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                                                              Language setting screen
                                         1                    The language for the  multi-function  display
                                                              unit can be changed.


                        1  Slider control                                  Set Language

                        TIP:
                                                                       English     Espanol
                        The brightness can also be adjusted by tap-
                        ping  the  “  ”  or  “  ”  button.                   Francais

                        (3) Tap “Back”.
                                                                 Back
                        Maintenance setting screen
                        This screen displays the number of hours that  To change the language, tap the desired lan-
                        the engines have been running since the last  guage.
                        maintenance.
                                                              Tuner Region setting screen
                                                              Set the region in which the multi-function dis-
                                 Time Since Last Maintenance
                                                              play unit will be used.
                             Port Engine          0  Hrs

                                                                            Tuner Region
                              Starboard Engine    0  Hrs
                                                                     North America  South America
                            Back                     Reset
                                                                       Japan        Taiwan
                        After maintenance is  performed, reset the
                        number of hours of operation as follows.  Back

                        To reset the number of hours of operation:  To change the tuner region, tap the desired
                        (1) Tap the “Reset” button.           region.
                        (2) When the confirmation message ap-
                            pears, tap the “YES” button to reset the  Auto Volume setting screen
                            number of hours of operation.     Auto Volume will automatically control  the
                        TIP:                                  level of volume when overcoming wind or en-
                        To return to the maintenance setting screen  gine noise.
                        without  resetting the number of hours, tap
                        the “NO” button.






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                                                              Factory reset screen
                                    Auto Volume Settings      This screen can be set to the factory settings.

                              Auto Volume Status:  Off
                                                                     Are you sure you would like to reset to
                                Intensity:     1                           factory settings?
                                                                        You cannot undo this action!

                            Back

                        To turn on or off the auto volume, tap “Off”.  Cancel             Conﬁrm
                        To control the intensity of auto volume, tap
                        the up and down arrows.               To reset to the factory setting:
                        To return to the menu screen, tap “Back”.  (1) Tap “Confirm”.
                                                              (2) When the confirmation message ap-
                        DRiVE X setting screen                   pears, tap the “YES” button.
                        Settings related to DRiVE X can be changed
                        on this screen.


                                     DRiVE X Settings
                                Display Tips

                                Default RPM    STD
                                Neutral Steering Assist

                            Back

                        To  switch between displaying  and hiding
                        pop-ups when using the DRiVE X function,
                        select Display Tips.
                        To switch between normal and high engine
                        speeds when operating in DRiVE X mode, se-
                        lect either “STD” or “HIGH” for Default RPM.
                        Even if the remote control lever is in the neu-
                        tral  position, if the boat speed  is about
                        10 km/h or more, select Neutral Steering As-
                        sist (function that assists turning) to turn neu-
                        tral steering assist on or off.





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                                                       Warnings
                        If a malfunction or fault occurs, a warning buzzer will sound and a warning icon and warning
                        message will be displayed on the display.
                        If the displayed warning message includes instructions, follow those instructions. If you have
                        any questions, consult a Yamaha Boat Dealer.

                                                               1
                                                                                R RUNNING MODE
                                                                                RUNNING MODE
                                   0
                                  1 10:27 am
                                    :
                                      am
                                    27
                                                     NEE    N N    N NWW
                                                     N
                           FU                                                               D D DEPTH
                           FUELEL
                                                                                            DEPTH
                           100
                           100%
                              %
                              %
                           100 %                                                            .8 9.8 ftt ft 8 9 9 9
                           100
                                                          Check Engine !
                                                          S SPEEDPEED
                                                   Consult YAMAHA dealer.
                               19 19                                                     19 19
                                       x1000 rp                              x1000 rp m
                                       x1000 rpmm
                                                                             x1000 rpm
                                                                    mphh
                                                                    mp
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                              STAR                                                      HOUSE
                              STARTT
                                                                                         OUSE
                                                                                        H
                                     9 9                                           9 9
                              13.0 0  V V                                               13.0  V V
                                                                                        13.0
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                                          Bilgee  Bl o w e r          Na   A Anchorr
                                            g
                                               Blower
                                                               2
                        1  Warning title
                        2  Message
                        Warning example
                                    Warning title                         Message
                         Check Engine                      Consult YAMAHA Dealer.
                         Low Oil Pressure                  Consult YAMAHA Dealer.
                                                           Low Voltage detected.
                         Check Battery
                                                           Consult YAMAHA Dealer.
                         GPS Communication Failure         Consult YAMAHA Dealer.
                         Transducer Communication Failure  Consult YAMAHA Dealer.
                         Joystick Communication Failure    Consult YAMAHA Dealer.
                         Stereo Remote Communication Failure  Consult YAMAHA Dealer.
                         PDM Communication Failure         Consult YAMAHA Dealer.
                         Engine Over Temperature           Consult YAMAHA Dealer.
                         Low Fuel                          Fuel level is low. Please refuel soon.
                         Low Fuel Warning                  Fuel level is less than 10%.
                         Depth Warning                     Depth alarm limit reached.
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                        Check engine warning                  particularly while applying throttle. If you do
                        If an engine sensor malfunction or a short cir-  not see any water at the outlets, cooling wa-
                        cuit is detected, a warning will appear on the  ter may not be circulating in the engines.
                        multi-function display and the buzzer will
                        sound. If a fault is detected for the engines,
                        “Check Engine” will be displayed. If this oc-
                        curs, reduce the  engine speed,  return to
                        shore, and have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check
                        the engine.

                        Low oil pressure warning                    1
                        If the oil pressure does not rise to specifica-
                        tion, a warning will appear on the multi-func-
                        tion display and the buzzer will sound. If a  1  Cooling water pilot outlet (port engine)
                        fault is  detected for the engines, “Low Oil
                        Pressure” will be displayed. At the same time,
                        the engine speed is automatically limited to
                        help prevent damage. If this occurs, reduce
                        the engine speed, return to shore or maneu-
                        ver to a safe location, and check the engine
                        oil level. (See  page 96 for engine oil level
                        checking procedures.)
                        If the oil level is low, add enough engine oil to
                        raise it to the proper level. If the oil level is suf-          1
                        ficient, have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check the
                        engine.
                                                              1  Cooling water pilot outlet (starboard engine)
                        Over temperature warning              TIP:
                        This model is equipped with an over temper-  If the cooling water passages in the engines
                        ature warning system. If the engines start to  are dry, it will take about 20 seconds for wa-
                        overheat, a warning will appear on the multi-  ter to reach the pilot outlets after starting.
                        function display and the buzzer will sound. If
                        the engine  is  over heating, “Engine Over  If water is not circulating, something may be
                        Temperature” will be displayed. At the same  clogging the intake grates. Refer to “Jet
                        time, the engine speed is automatically limit-  pump clean-out procedure” on page 142.
                        ed to help prevent damage. If this occurs, im-
                        mediately reduce the engine speed, return to
                        shore  or maneuver to a safe location,  and
                        check for water discharge at the cooling wa-
                        ter pilot outlets. Check that water comes out
                        of the outlets while the engines are running,



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                                                              Communication error warning
                                                              If a communication error is detected for the
                                                              GPS function, a sensor, or other device, a
                                                              warning will appear on the multi-function dis-
                                                              play and the buzzer will sound. If this occurs,
                                                              reduce the engine speed, return to shore, and
                                                              have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check the boat.
                                   1
                                                              Low fuel level warning
                                                              If “Low Fuel” appears on the multi-function
                                                              display, refill the fuel tank as soon as possi-
                        1  Intake grate
                                                              ble. (See page 94 for information on filling the
                         NOTICE                               fuel tank.)
                        If the  cause of overheating  cannot be  Depth warning
                        found and corrected, take special precau-  If the boat enters an area that is shallower
                        tions to avoid major engine damage while  than the water depth set for the depth alarm,
                        you return to shore.                  the depth warning will be activated and the
                        Single engine overheating — Shut off the  buzzer will sound.
                        overheating engine and use the properly  If the warning is activated, move the boat to
                        running engine to return to shore. Operate  an area that is deeper than the water depth
                        at no-wake speed (8 km/h, 5 mph) to pre-  set for the depth alarm. (See page 64 for in-
                        vent water from flooding the non-operat-  formation on setting the depth alarm.)
                        ing engine through the water intake. See
                        page 47 for  information on the no-wake
                        mode.
                        Both  engines overheating  — If getting a
                        tow from another vessel is not possible,
                        operate both engines just slightly above
                        idle while you return to shore. If you can be
                        towed, refer to “Towing the boat” on page
                        149.

                        Low/High voltage warning
                        If “Check Battery” appears on the multi-func-
                        tion display and the buzzer will sound, check
                        the battery connections. If the battery connec-
                        tions are clean and tight and the warning indi-
                        cation continues, have a Yamaha Boat Dealer
                        check the charging system.



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                             Engine compartments
                        This boat’s engine compartments are located                        1
                        under the port and starboard stern seats.
                        TIP:
                        The port engine compartment is shown in the
                        illustrations in the following procedure. Use
                        the same procedure to access the starboard
                        engine compartment.
                                                                                2
                        To access the engine compartment:
                        (1) To prevent excess water from  spilling  1  Tray
                            onto the engine after a rainfall or washing  2  Engine compartment
                            down the boat, wipe off the seat cushion  To close the  engine compartment,  put  the
                            before opening the engine hood.   storage tray in its original position, and then
                        (2) Pull up the engine hood latch that is lo-  push the front of the seat to securely lock it in
                            cated at the front of the seat.   place.


                                   1

                                                        2








                        1  Engine hood
                        2  Engine hood latch
                        (3) Remove the tray.



















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                                  Walk-throughs               To install the rear walk-through gate:
                        Front walk-through                    (1) Open the port or starboard wet storage
                        This boat has a large bow  area where two  compartment lid.
                        adults can sit comfortably with their legs out-  (2) Install the rear walk-through gate into the
                        stretched. The front walk-through provides  slot.
                        easy access to the bow area from the cabin
                        area.                                                         1


                                                                                           2







                                                              1  Rear walk-through gate
                               1                              2  Slot

                        1  Front walk-through
                        Rear walk-through
                        The rear walk-through has a flat design so
                        that persons can easily board the boat from
                        the stern area and access the stern area from
                        the cabin area.










                                                        1



                        1  Rear walk-through

                        To prevent waves from  entering the  cabin
                        area while the boat is moving, install the rear
                        walk-through gate.





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                                       Seats                  To remove or install the bow filler cushions,
                                                              lift up the bow seats (rear).
                             WARNING
                                                                  WARNING
                        Passengers must always sit in a designat-
                        ed  seating area, place feet on  the  deck,   Do not use the bow filler cushions while
                        and hold on to the handgrips, handrails, or  the boat is underway. A passenger
                        straps when the boat is in motion.     could lose balance and fall on the deck
                                                               or overboard, causing injury or death.
                        This  boat  is equipped with the following   Stow the cushions securely before oper-
                        seats.                                 ating the boat. A loose cushion could be
                                                               blown by the wind, distracting the oper-
                        Bow area seats                         ator or striking a passenger,  which
                                                 1             could result in an accident.
                          5                           6

                                                         2
                                                                                     1





                           6
                                            4  3
                        1  Bow port seat (rear)
                        2  Bow port seat (front)
                        3  Bow center seat                    1  Bow filler cushion
                        4  Bow starboard seat (front)
                        5  Bow starboard seat (rear)          These cushions can also be used to create a
                        6  Handrail                           temporary center seat.

                        The bow port seat (front) and bow starboard
                        seat (front) can be removed.
                        The bow port seat (rear) and bow starboard                  1
                        seat (rear) can be lifted up to access the bow
                        underseat storage compartments. (See page
                        78 for information on the bow underseat stor-
                        age compartments.)

                        Bow filler cushions
                        Two bow filler cushions are provided for use
                                                              1  Bow filler cushion
                        while the boat is not being operated.
                        These cushions can be used to make a large
                        flat area in the bow for use as a sundeck.


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                        Cabin area seats
                                1                  2










                                                                     1
                                    4            3            1  Slide/swivel lock lever
                        1  Driver’s seat
                        2  Cabin starboard seat               (2) Rotate the lever to port (left).
                        3  Cabin port seat
                        4  Passenger’s seat

                        The cabin port seat and cabin starboard seat
                        can be lifted up to access the cabin under-
                        seat storage compartments. (See page 81 for
                        information on the cabin underseat storage
                        compartments.)

                        Driver’s seat
                        The driver’s seat can slide forward and rear-
                        ward, the seat can swivel, and the backrest  (3) Move  the seat to  the desired  position,
                        angle can be adjusted. In addition, the seat  and then release the lever.
                        bolster at the front of the seat can be flipped  (4) Push the lever to its original position.
                        up to change the seat style for a raised seat-  To swivel the seat:
                        ing position.                         (1) Extend the slide/swivel lock lever.
                        Make sure that the seat is securely locked in  (2) Rotate the lever to starboard (right).
                        place before getting underway.
                        To slide the seat:
                        (1) Extend the slide/swivel lock lever.















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                        (3) Swivel the seat to the desired position. If  To use the armrests:
                            it is too easy or too difficult to rotate the  Lift or lower the armrests until they stop.
                            seat, adjust the swivel friction by turning
                            the swivel friction knob in or out.













                           1
                                                              To adjust the backrest angle:
                        1  Swivel friction knob               While lifting the  adjusting lever on the port
                                                              side of the seat, move the backrest to the de-
                        (4) Push the lever to its original position.  sired position.
                        To flip up the seat bolster:
                        Lift up the seat bolster at the front of the seat
                        so that it is resting against the backrest.





                          1

                                                                        1

                                                              1  Adjusting lever

                                                              TIP:
                        1  Seat bolster                       Depending on the direction and position of
                                                              the seat, it may not be possible to adjust the
                                                              backrest angle.

                                                              Passenger’s seat
                                                              The passenger’s seat can be adjusted in the
                                                              same ways as the driver’s seat.
                                                              See “Driver’s seat” for instructions on adjust-
                                                              ing the seat. However, the seat bolster of the
                                                              passenger’s seat cannot be adjusted.



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                        Rear area seats
                                                                  WARNING
                                                               Do not use the stern filler cushions while
                             2                     3           the boat is underway. A passenger
                                                               could lose balance and fall on the deck
                                                               or overboard, causing injury or death.
                                                               Stow the cushions securely before oper-
                                                               ating the boat. A loose cushion could be
                          1                                    blown by the wind, distracting the oper-
                                                               ator or striking a passenger,  which
                                                               could result in an accident.
                        1  Stern seat (port)
                        2  Backrest
                        3  Stern seat (starboard)                                      1

                        The  position of the  backrest for  the stern
                        seats can be changed by pulling the backrest
                        strap toward the bow or toward the stern. By
                        moving the  backrest toward the  bow, you
                        can  increase  the seating area of the stern
                        seat and by moving the backrest to the stern,
                        you can create a seating space for the cabin
                        area.                                 1  Stern filler cushion
                             WARNING                          Underwater seats
                                                              The underwater seats can be used to sit in
                        Do not sit on the stern seats while the en-
                                                              the water while  the  boat is  moored or an-
                        gines are running. Exhaust gases coming
                                                              chored.
                        from underneath the swim platform con-
                                                              Remove the seats  before starting  the en-
                        tain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odor-
                                                              gines, and install the seats  only when the
                        less gas which may cause brain damage
                                                              boat is stopped and the engines are not run-
                        or death when inhaled.
                                                              ning.
                                                                  WARNING
                        Stern filler cushions
                        The stern filler cushions are provided for use  Do not sit on the underwater seats while
                        while the boat is not being operated.  the engines  are running.  Exhaust gases
                        These cushions can be used to make a large  coming from underneath the swim plat-
                        flat area in the stern for use as a sundeck.  form contain carbon monoxide, a color-
                        To remove or install the stern filler cushions,  less, odorless gas which may cause brain
                        open the wet storage compartment lids.  damage or death when inhaled.





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                                                      1

                        1  Underwater seat

                        To install an underwater seat, fit the seat pole
                        into the seat bracket, and  then  secure the
                        pole by inserting the lock pin.










                                                  3
                                            1
                                                   2


                        1  Seat bracket
                        2  Seat pole
                        3  Lock pin

                        TIP:
                         The underwater seats can also be installed
                          upside down to use as beverage holders.
                         The underwater seats will float if acciden-
                          tally dropped into the water.













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                                                Storage compartments
                        This boat is equipped with the following convenient on-board storage compartments.
                        Make sure that the storage compartments are securely closed before getting underway.








                              1         2      3    4         5      6             7





















                                       12       11   10            9               8











                        1  Anchor storage compartment         9  Cabin underseat storage compartment (port)
                        2  Bow underseat storage compartment (star-  10 Glove compartment
                           board)                             11 Enclosed head compartment
                        3  Driver’s side console compartment  12 Bow underseat storage compartment (port)
                        4  Ski locker
                        5  Galley storage compartment and drawer
                        6  Cabin underseat storage compartment (star-
                           board)
                        7  Wet storage compartment (starboard)
                        8  Wet storage compartment (port)

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                        Anchor storage compartment            (3) Push the lock handle down.
                        The anchor storage compartment is located
                        at the bow.                           Bow underseat storage
                        To open the anchor storage compartment:  compartments
                        (1) Pull the lock handle up.          To  access a bow underseat storage  com-
                        (2) Turn the lock handle clockwise, and then  partment, lift the bow side of the bow seat
                            open the anchor  storage compartment  (rear) up.
                            lid.                              TIP:
                                                               The bow underseat storage compartment
                                                               (port) is shown in the following illustration.
                                                               The bow underseat storage compartment
                                                               (starboard) can  be accessed using  the
                                                               same procedure.
                                                               The bow underseat storage compartment
                                                               (starboard) is connected to the driver’s side
                                               1
                                                               console compartment.


                        1  Lock handle







                                                                                             1
                                                       1
                                                              1  Bow underseat storage compartment (port)

                                                              Ski locker
                                                              The ski locker is located under the floor.
                        1  Anchor storage compartment         To open the ski locker:
                                                              (1) Pull the lock handle up.
                        When storing the anchor, place some cush-  (2) Turn the lock handle clockwise, and then
                        ioning material or the anchor line under the  open the ski locker lid.
                        anchor.
                        To close the anchor storage compartment:
                        (1) Close the anchor storage compartment
                            lid.
                        (2) Turn the lock  handle counterclockwise
                            and make  sure that  the lid is  securely
                            closed.


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                                               1




                                                                               1



                        1  Lock handle                        1  Driver’s side console compartment

                                                              TIP:
                                                              The driver’s side console compartment is
                                                              connected  to  the bow underseat storage
                                                              compartment (starboard).

                                                              Enclosed head compartment
                                                              The port console has a large compartment
                                                              suitable for use  as an  on-board  changing
                                                1             room and can also accommodate a portable
                                                              toilet (if installed). WARNING! Carbon mon-
                        1  Ski locker                         oxide (CO) can cause brain damage or
                                                              death. Carbon monoxide can be present in
                        To close the ski locker:              this compartment. Signs of carbon mon-
                        (1) Close the ski locker lid.         oxide poisoning include nausea, head-
                        (2) Turn the lock  handle counterclockwise  ache, dizziness, drowsiness,  and lack  of
                            and make  sure that  the lid is  securely  consciousness. Get  fresh  air if anyone
                            closed.                           shows signs of carbon monoxide poison-
                        (3) Push the lock handle down.        ing.
                                                              To open  the  enclosed head compartment,
                        Driver’s side console compartment     push the release button and pull the handle.
                        To open the driver’s side console compart-
                        ment, pull the latch.













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                                                              The head compartment light is located in the
                                                              enclosed head compartment. To turn on the
                               1
                                                              light, push the light. To turn off the light, push
                                                              the light again. NOTICE: Be sure the head
                                                              compartment light is turned off when no
                                                              one is in the enclosed head compartment.
                                                              Leaving the light on can drain the battery.
                                          2




                        1  Release button
                        2  Handle

                                                                                              1




                                                              1  Head compartment light

                                                              The head compartment shelf is located in the
                                                              enclosed head compartment.
                                     1                        By pulling out the slide-out shelf, you can in-
                                                              crease the space on top of the shelf.
                        1  Enclosed head compartment

                        TIP:
                         If the enclosed head compartment door will                      1
                          contact the passenger’s seat when open-
                          ing the compartment, slide the seat rear-
                          ward.
                         There is also a handle on the inside of the
                          enclosed head compartment door. To                              2
                          open  the enclosed head compartment
                          door from  inside the compartment, push  1  Head compartment shelf
                          the release button and push the handle.  2  Slide-out shelf
                         The  enclosed head compartment  can be
                          locked using the enclosed head compart-
                                                                Slide-out shelf:
                          ment key. Store the enclosed head com-
                                                                  Load limit:
                          partment key so that it is not lost.
                                                                    4.5 kg (10 lb)



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                        Glove compartment
                        The glove compartment is located in front of
                        the passenger’s seat.
                                                                                         1
                        To  open the  glove compartment, pull the
                        latch.



                                                                                 2


                                               1              1  Galley storage drawer
                                                              2  Cooler box

                                                              TIP:
                                                              This boat is equipped with keys that can be
                        1  Glove compartment                  used to lock the latches of the glove com-
                                                              partment, galley storage compartment, and
                        TIP:                                  galley storage drawer to prevent them from
                        This boat is equipped with keys that can be  opening unexpectedly and the stored items
                        used to lock the latches of the glove com-  from flying out. Store the keys so that they are
                        partment, galley storage compartment, and  not lost.
                        galley storage drawer to prevent them from
                        opening unexpectedly and the stored items  Cabin underseat storage
                        from flying out. Store the keys so that they are  compartments
                        not lost.                             To access a cabin underseat storage com-
                                                              partment, lift the inner side of the cabin seat
                        Galley storage compartment and        up.
                        drawer                                The battery switches  and accessory  fuses
                        The galley storage compartment and galley  are located in the cabin underseat storage
                        storage drawer are located  in the galley.  compartment (port).
                        There is a cooler box in the galley storage  TIP:
                        compartment.                          The cabin underseat  storage compartment
                                                              (port) is shown  in  the following  illustration.
                                                              The cabin underseat  storage compartment
                                                              (starboard) can be accessed using the same
                                                              procedure.










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                                                                                           1
                                          1

                        1  Cabin underseat storage compartment (port)  1  Wet storage compartment

                        Wet storage compartments              TIP:
                        The wet storage compartments are located  The engines will not start if either the port or
                        under the stern seats.                starboard wet storage compartment lid is not
                        To open a wet storage compartment, pull up  securely closed.
                        the latch, and then open the wet storage
                        compartment lid.


                                       1









                                                        2
                        1  Wet storage compartment lid
                        2  Latch


















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                                    Windshield
                        The windshield can be opened and closed.
                             WARNING
                        To avoid injury, the windshield must be se-                     1
                        cured when the boat is in motion.
                        To close the windshield:               2                               2
                        (1) Unsnap the  retaining  strap from the
                            windshield, and then snap it onto the
                            strap base.
                                                              1  Roll-up curtain
                                                              2  Bracket
                                                 1
                                                              To open the windshield:
                                                      2       (1) Remove the ends of the curtain rod from
                                                                 the brackets, and then roll up the curtain.
                                                                 NOTICE: Do not release the curtain
                                                                 rod after removing it from the brack-
                                                                 ets. Otherwise, the curtain could roll
                                                                 up quickly and be damaged.
                                                              (2) Turn the windshield latch to the unlock
                        1  Retaining strap                       position, and then open the windshield.
                        2  Strap base
                                                              (3) Unsnap the retaining strap from the strap
                                                                 base, and  then snap it onto the wind-
                        (2) Close the windshield, and then turn the
                                                                 shield.
                            windshield latch to the lock position.
















                        (3) Pull the roll-up curtain down, and then fit
                            the ends of  the curtain  rod into  the
                            brackets to secure the curtain.




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                              Anchor light (275SD)                  Anchor light (275SE)
                         NOTICE                               The anchor light is located at the top center of
                                                              the tower. It is also the “all-around” light for
                        Do not attach a ski rope or other tow-rope  navigation at night or in low-visibility condi-
                        to the anchor light. Otherwise, the anchor  tions. (See page 62 for information on the an-
                        light could be damaged.               chor light.)
                                                              To use the anchor light:
                        The anchor light is located at the top of the
                                                              (1) Open the fastener on the bimini top.
                        hardtop. It is also the “all-around” light for
                                                              (2) Pull the lock tab, raise the anchor light,
                        navigation at night or in low-visibility condi-
                                                                 and then move the lock tab to its original
                        tions. (See pages 62 for information on the
                                                                 position to lock the anchor light in place.
                        anchor light.)
                              2                                           1
                          1
                                                                                2
                                                                                              3






                                                              1  Fastener
                        1  Hardtop
                                                              2  Anchor light
                        2  Anchor light
                                                              3  Lock tab
                                                              To store the anchor light:
                                                              (1) Pull the lock tab, lower the anchor light,
                                                                 and then move the lock tab to its original
                                                                 position to lock the anchor light in place.
                                                              (2) Close the fastener on the bimini top.



















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                                                                 Equipment operation

                                  Swim platform

                             WARNING
                        Stay away from the swim  platform  area
                        while the engines are  running. Exhaust
                        gases coming from underneath it contain
                        carbon monoxide, a  colorless, odorless
                        gas which may cause brain  damage or
                        death when inhaled. Symptoms  include
                        nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness.                                 1
                        The swim platform area provides a place to  1  Stern ladder
                        stand or sit while putting on skis or a wake-
                                                              (2) Pull the stern ladder out completely, and
                        board, and includes a stern ladder to make
                                                                 then lower it.
                        boarding from the water easier.






                                                       1






                        1  Swim platform
                                                              To stow the stern ladder:
                        Stern ladder                          (1) Raise the stern ladder until it is horizon-
                        The stern ladder is stored under the center of  tal, and then push it forward completely.
                        the swim platform.                    (2) Lift the end of the stern ladder to fit it
                        To use the stern ladder:                 onto the hooks on the boat.
                        (1) Lift the end of the stern ladder to release
                            it from the hooks on the boat.









                                                                                            1

                                                              1  Hook

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                        Swim platform shower
                             WARNING

                         Do not drink water from the shower han-
                          dle. Water in the water tank is non-pota-                      1
                          ble.
                         Do not use the  swim  platform  shower
                          when  the boat is  moving. Otherwise,
                          falling overboard may cause injury or
                          death.

                         NOTICE                               1  Filler fitting cap

                         Clean the shower handle and hose with  (3) Connect a standard garden hose to the
                          mild soap and water only. Never use sol-  filler fitting.
                          vent-based cleaners on the shower han-  (4) The tank is completely full when water
                          dle or hose.                           flows out from the overflow vent on the
                         Drain the water tank to less than half full  starboard side of the boat.
                          if the boat is to be  stored or used in
                                                                Water tank capacity:
                          freezing weather. Freezing  water  can
                                                                  56.8 L (15.0 US gal, 12.5 Imp.gal)
                          damage the tank.
                        The swim platform shower is located on the
                        side of the rear walk-through.




                                                        1
                                                                                              1



                                                              1  Overflow vent

                                                              (5) Disconnect the garden hose from the fill-
                        1  Swim platform shower cover
                                                                 er fitting.
                                                              (6) Install the filler fitting cap securely.
                        To fill the shower tank:
                                                              (7) Close the wet storage compartment.
                        (1) Open the wet storage compartment
                            (starboard). (See page 82.)
                                                              To use the shower:
                        (2) Remove the filler fitting cap.
                                                              (1) Tap the “Shower” button on the system
                                                                 control screen to turn the shower pump
                                                                 on.


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                        (2) Open the swim platform shower cover.  Remote control keypad
                        (3) Pull the swim platform shower handle,  The remote control keypad is located on the
                            and then push the flow control button to  starboard side of the swim platform.
                            discharge water.                  For operating instructions, refer to the stereo
                                                              system owner’s manual included with your
                                                              boat.

                                              1                                     1









                        1  Flow control button

                        TIP:                                  1  Remote control keypad
                        The  shower can provide up to 5.3 L
                        (1.4 US gal, 1.2 Imp.gal) per minute flow
                        through the retractable shower handle.

                        (4) Place the shower handle in its original
                            position, and then close the swim plat-
                            form shower cover.
                        (5) Tap the “Shower” button on the system
                            control screen to turn the shower pump
                            off.























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                                      Galley                              Side table
                        This boat is equipped with a galley. The water
                                                                  WARNING
                        is  supplied from  the  same water tank that
                        supplies water to the swim platform shower.  If the side table is installed at the swim
                        (See page 86 for information on filling the wa-  platform, do not use the table while the en-
                        ter tank.)                            gines are running. Exhaust gases coming
                        When not using the sink, fold the faucet and  from underneath the swim platform con-
                        place the sink cover in its original position.  tain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odor-
                                                              less gas which may cause brain damage
                                                2             or death when inhaled. Symptoms include
                                                              nausea, dizziness, and drowsiness.

                                                              NOTICE
                                                              If the side table is installed at the swim
                                                              platform, remove the side table before op-
                                      1                       erating the boat. Otherwise, the side table
                                                              may fall into the water.
                                                              The side table can be installed at the swim
                        1  Galley
                                                              platform or the bow area.
                        2  Sink
                                                              Swim platform
                        To use the sink faucet:                    1
                        Tap the “Shower” button on the system con-
                        trol screen to turn the shower pump on. After
                        using the sink faucet, tap the “Shower” but-
                        ton on the system control screen again  to
                        turn the shower pump off.
                             WARNING
                        Do not drink water from the sink faucet.
                        Water in the water tank is non-potable.
                                                              1  Side table
                         NOTICE
                        The water that drains from the sink flows
                        through the hull and is  discharged from
                        the boat. Do not flush contaminated water
                        that could harm the environment  or  for-
                        eign  material  that could clog the drain
                        passages from the sink.





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                        Bow area                                      Accessory outlet
                                                              The 12 V DC outlet is shown in the following
                                1                             illustration.
                                                              NOTICE

                                                              Do not use an automotive cigarette lighter
                                                              or other accessories that get hot because
                                                              the outlet can be damaged.

                                                                                   1

                        1  Side table
                                                                                  12V
                        To install the side table, slide the end of the
                        table pole into  the table bracket until it is
                        locked in place.




                                                              1  12 V DC outlet




                          3
                                                  2
                                        1

                        1  Table bracket
                        2  Table pole
                        3  Table bracket knob

                        To remove the side table, pull the table brack-
                        et knob, and then pull the table pole upward.
















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                        Equipment operation

                                  USB chargers                        Wireless charger
                        There are the USB chargers on the deck. The  This boat is equipped with the wireless char-
                        USB charger can be used to charge external  gers.
                        devices.                              A smartphone that supports wireless charg-
                                                              ing will be charged when placed on the wire-
                                                              less charger.



                                                                                      1










                                                              1  Wireless charger
                                    1



                        1  USB charger
































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                                                                 Equipment operation

                             Hardtop tower (275SD)             Tower and bimini top (275SE)
                        The hardtop can be used as a sunshade or  The bimini top can be used as a sunshade or
                        rain cover for the cabin area.        rain cover for the cabin area.
                        The anchor light is located at the top of the  The anchor light is located at the top center of
                        hardtop tower. (See page 84 for information  the tower. (See page 84 for information on the
                        on the anchor light.)                 anchor light.)

                                                                            2
                                                                                       3
                              2
                          1
                                                                1






                        1  Hardtop                            1  Tower
                        2  Anchor light                       2  Anchor light
                                                              3  Bimini top
                         NOTICE
                                                              NOTICE
                        Do not modify the hardtop tower to tow
                        from it or to carry accessories not de-  Do not modify the tower to tow from any
                        signed for it. The hardtop tower could be  other point or to carry accessories not de-
                        damaged.                              signed for it. The tower could be damaged.


                                                              Collapsing and setting up the tower
                                                              When storing the boat, collapse the tower.
                                                              NOTICE

                                                               Accidentally dropping the tower while
                                                               collapsing or raising it can damage the
                                                               tower,  the  boat, or both. An  assistant
                                                               needs  to help hold the tower  in  place
                                                               during the procedure.
                                                               Do not operate the boat or transport it
                                                               on the trailer with the tower in the col-
                                                               lapsed position to avoid possible dam-
                                                               age.





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                        Equipment operation

                        To collapse the tower:
                        (1) Lower the anchor light. (See page 84.)
                        (2) While pushing the  release button, re-
                            move the lock pin on both sides securing
                            the bimini top frame to the tower.








                                                              To set up the tower:
                                                1
                                                              (1) Lift the tower.
                                                              (2) While an assistant supports the tower
                                               2                 and bimini top frame, push the release
                                                                 button and insert the lock pin at the base
                        1  Lock pin                              on both sides of the tower.
                        2  Release button                     (3) Align the support pole of the bimini top
                                                                 frame with the support pole  mounting
                        (3) While  an assistant supports the tower
                                                                 bracket on the tower, and then push the
                            and bimini top frame, push the release
                                                                 release button and insert the lock pin on
                            button  and remove the  lock pin at the
                                                                 both sides of the tower.
                            base on both sides of the tower.
                                                              Removing the bimini top
                                                              To remove the bimini top:
                                                              (1) Open each flap on both side of the bimini
                                                                 top.






                                               2       1
                                                                  1
                        1  Lock pin
                        2  Release button

                        (4) While lowering the rear of the bimini top
                            frame, lower the tower toward the bow
                                                              1  Flap
                            until it stops.
                                                              (2) Loosen the ratchets, and then loosen the
                                                                 straps securing the bimini top.



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                                             1


                                               2







                        1  Ratchet
                        2  Flap

                        (3) Slowly pull the bimini top toward the bow
                            and remove it.

                        Installing the bimini top
                        To install the bimini top:
                        When installing the bimini top, simply reverse
                        the removal steps.


































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                        Operation and handling requirements

                                Fuel requirement
                                                                Recommended fuel:
                        Fuel
                                                                  Premium  unleaded gasoline with a
                             WARNING                              minimum octane rating of 91
                                                                  (Pump octane number) = (R + M)/2
                         Gasoline and  gasoline vapors are ex-
                                                                  95 (Research octane number)
                          tremely flammable. To avoid  fires  and
                          explosions and to reduce the risk of in-
                          jury when refueling, follow these in-  Gasohol
                          structions.                         There are two types of gasohol: gasohol con-
                         Gasoline is poisonous and can cause in-  taining ethanol and that containing methanol.
                          jury or death. Handle gasoline with care.  Gasohol  containing ethanol can  be used  if
                          Never siphon gasoline by mouth. If you  ethanol content does not exceed 10% and
                          should swallow some gasoline, inhale a  the fuel meets minimum octane ratings. E-85
                          lot of gasoline vapor, or get some gaso-  is a fuel blend containing 85% ethanol and
                          line in your eyes, see your doctor imme-  therefore must not be used in this boat. All
                          diately. If gasoline spills on  your skin,  ethanol blends containing more than  10%
                          wash with soap and water. If gasoline  ethanol can cause fuel system damage or en-
                          spills  on your clothing, change  your  gine performance problems.
                          clothes.                            Yamaha does not recommend gasohol con-
                                                              taining methanol because it can cause fuel
                         NOTICE                               system damage  and engine performance
                         Do  not  use leaded gasoline. Leaded  problems.
                          gasoline can seriously damage the en-  To fill the fuel tank:
                          gine.                               (1) Before refueling, turn off  the  engines.
                         Avoid getting water and contaminants in  Never refuel while smoking, or while in
                          the  fuel  tank. Contaminated fuel can  the vicinity of sparks, open  flames, or
                          cause poor performance  and engine     other sources of ignition.
                          damage. Use only fresh  gasoline that  (2) Refuel the boat in a well-ventilated area.
                          has been stored in clean containers.   If the boat is in the water, be sure it is se-
                         Use only gasoline with a minimum pump  curely  moored to the  fueling dock. All
                          octane number of 91 or a minimum re-   passengers must be out of the boat dur-
                          search octane  number of 95. Low-oc-   ing refueling.
                          tane gasoline can seriously damage the  (3) Press the fuel tank filler cap button, and
                          engine.                                then open the fuel tank filler cap.

                        Your Yamaha engine has been designed to
                        use premium unleaded gasoline with a pump
                        octane number [(R+M)/2] of 91 or higher, or a
                        research octane  number of  95 or higher.  If
                        knocking (or pinging) occurs, use a gasoline
                        of a different brand.



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                                                                   Engine oil requirement
                                        1                     Engine oil
                                                              NOTICE
                                       2                      Use only 4-stroke engine oil. Usage of 2-
                                                              stroke engine oil could result in severe en-
                                                              gine damage.

                                                              Select an oil grade according to the average
                                                              temperatures in the area where the boat will
                                                              be used.
                        1  Fuel tank filler cap
                        2  Fuel tank filler cap button          Recommended engine oil:
                                                                  YAMALUBE 4W
                        (4) Slowly add fuel to the fuel tank.   Recommended engine oil type:
                                                                  SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40, 20W-
                          Fuel tank capacity:
                                                                  50
                            340 L (89.8 US gal, 74.8 Imp.gal)
                                                                Recommended engine oil grade:
                        (5) Stop filling when the fuel just becomes  API SG or higher
                            visible in the bottom of the filler tube. Do
                            not “top off” the tank, because gasoline
                            could spill out.
                        (6) Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately.
                        (7) Close the fuel tank filler cap by pushing it
                            until it locks in place. Make sure that the
                            fuel tank filler cap is securely closed.
                        Engine Med RX Fuel Additive
                        As the fuel mixture burns in your engine’s
                        combustion chambers, carbon deposits are
                        left behind. Over time, these deposits can re-
                        duce performance  and even  cause engine  TIP:
                        damage. Marine engines tend to run at lower  When the engine is operated at high speeds,
                        operating temperatures than other engines,  some engine oil may be consumed. Be sure
                        making them more likely to accumulate these  to check the engine oil level.
                        harmful deposits. Engine Med RX, available
                        from your Yamaha Boat Dealer, is formulated  Why Yamalube
                        to remove existing deposits and, when used  YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA Part
                        continuously, prevent new ones from form-  born of the engineers’ passion and belief that
                        ing, while also helping to keep fuel injectors  engine oil is an important liquid engine com-
                        and other fuel system components clean for  ponent. We form teams of specialists in the
                        proper performance and longer engine life.  fields of mechanical engineering, chemistry,
                                                              electronics and track testing, and have them


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                        develop the engine together with the oil it will
                        use. Yamalube oils take full advantage of the
                        base oil’s qualities and blend in the ideal bal-
                        ance of additives to make sure the final oil
                        clears our performance standards. Thus,
                        Yamalube mineral, semisynthetic and syn-
                        thetic oils have their own distinct characters
                        and value. Yamaha’s experience gained over
                        many years of research  and development
                        into oil since the  1960’s helps make                1
                        Yamalube the best choice for your Yamaha  1  Dipstick
                        engine.
                                                              (4) Insert the dipstick back into the dipstick
                                                                 tube  completely. Remove the  dipstick
                                                                 again and check that the engine oil level
                                                                 is between the minimum level mark and
                                                                 maximum level mark.



                        Checking the engine oil                                      1
                             WARNING                                                    2
                        Engine oil is extremely hot immediately af-
                        ter the engines are turned off. Coming in
                        contact with or getting any engine oil on
                        your clothes could result in burns.
                         NOTICE                               1  Maximum level mark
                                                              2  Minimum level mark
                        Make sure debris and water do not enter
                        the oil filler hole. Debris and water in the  (5) If the engine oil  level  is  significantly
                        engine oil can cause serious engine dam-  above the maximum level mark, consult
                        age.                                     a Yamaha Boat Dealer. If the engine oil

                        To check the engine oil level:           level is below the minimum level mark,
                        (1) Place the boat in a precisely level posi-  add engine oil.
                            tion on land with the engine stopped. If  (6) Remove the engine oil filler cap.
                            the engine was running, allow the engine
                            oil to settle by waiting 5 minutes or more
                            before checking the oil level.
                        (2) Open the engine hood. (See page 70.)
                        (3) Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean.


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                                                                  Draining the bilge water
                                                              NOTICE

                                                               Do  not  run the engines at  full throttle
                                                               when bilge water remains in the engine
                                                               compartment. The bilge water can
                                     1
                                                               splash into the engines, which can result
                                                               in severe damage.
                                                               Be sure the drain plug is tightened be-
                                                               fore operating your boat. Otherwise,
                                                               water may flood the boat and cause it to
                        1  Engine oil filler cap
                                                               submerge.
                        (7) Slowly add engine oil.
                        (8) Wait approximately  5 minutes to allow  Draining the bilge water on land
                            the engine oil to settle, and then check
                                                              This model is equipped with a hull drain plug.
                            the engine oil level again.
                                                              Remove the  hull drain plug at  the stern  to
                        (9) Repeat steps 3–8 until the engine oil is at
                                                              drain the water. Check the condition of the
                            the proper level.
                                                              O-ring on the hull drain plug,  and then se-
                        (10) Install the engine oil filler cap.
                                                              curely install the drain plug.
                        (11) Close the engine hood.
                        (12) Repeat the checking oil level procedure
                            for the other engine.








                                                                                       1
                                                              1  Hull drain plug

                                                              Draining the bilge water on water
                                                              This model is equipped with a self-draining
                                                              deck and bilge pump to drain the bilge water
                                                              on water.

                                                              Self-draining deck
                                                              Most water that enters the deck area drains
                                                              automatically out the stern through the large
                                                              drain hole in the deck.



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                        A one-way check valve in the drain prevents  TIP:
                        water from traveling back to the deck while   The “BILGE” switch light comes on while
                        the boat is moored or moving in reverse.  the bilge pump is operating.

                        Bilge pump
                        Your boat is equipped with a drainage sys-        1
                        tem that channels water that enters the boat
                        from the storage compartments to the bilge
                                                                   )03/
                        under the engine compartment.                 #*-(&
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                                                                      #-08&3
                        pump will operate.


                                                SE
                           FUEL
                           100 %                              1  “BILGE” switch
                               19                              The bilge pump will operate every 2 min-
                                      x1000 rpm
                                                               utes automatically, even if the “Bilge” but-
                                                               ton is not tapped.
                              START
                              13.0  V  9
                                        Bilge  Blower
                                                              Even if the “Bilge” button is not tapped to op-
                                        1                     erate the bilge pump, the bilge pump will de-
                        1  “Bilge” button                     tect when there is excessive water in the bilge
                                                              and will automatically drain most of it through
                                                              the bilge pump outlet. This function works
                                                              automatically, even if the battery switches are
                                                              turned to the off position.
                                                              TIP:
                                                              When the bilge pump operates automatically,
                                                              the bilge pump will not stop until most of the
                                                              bilge water is drained.


                                                        1

                        1  Bilge pump outlet












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                                 Engine break-in
                         NOTICE

                        Failure to perform the engine break-in
                        could result in reduced engine life or even
                        severe engine damage.
                        The engine break-in period is essential to al-
                        low the various components of the engines to
                        wear and polish themselves to the correct
                        operating clearances. This ensures proper
                        performance and promotes longer compo-
                        nent life.
                        (1) Check the engine oil level. (See page 96
                            for information on checking  the  engine
                            oil level.)
                        (2) Launch the boat and start the engines.
                            (See page 110 for information on starting
                            the engines.)
                        (3) For the first 5 minutes, operate with the
                            engines speed below 2000 r/min.
                        (4) For the next 90 minutes, operate with the
                            engines speed below 5000 r/min.
                        After the engine break-in is complete, the
                        boat can be operated normally.



























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                             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.       101
                         Remote control levers  Check for proper throttle operation.      101
                                               Check for proper shift operation.
                         Throttle/shift paddles  Check for proper operation.              102
                         Fire extinguisher     Check readiness of the extinguisher.       102
                         Hull                  Check hull for damage and cracks before launching.  —
                         Access port caps      Check for proper installation.             104
                         Jet intakes           Check that no debris is in the intakes before launching.  104
                         Fuel system           Check fuel system for leaks.               104
                         Engine oil level      Check engine oil level; add as necessary.  96
                         Batteries             Check battery condition, mounting, and connection.  105
                         Bilge water           Check the engine compartment for bilge water.  105
                         Drain plug            Check the drain plug for damage and foreign material   105
                                               and check that it is securely installed.
                         Engine compartment and   Open the engine hood and check to be sure no gasoline,   106
                         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.       70
                         Lights and horn       Check lights to be sure they operate.    107, 108
                                               Push the horn button to be sure it operates.
                         Engine shut-off cords (lan-  Check the engine shut-off cords (lanyards) for damage.  108
                         yards)
                         Tower and Bimini top  Check that the tower fasteners are secured.  91
                                               Check that the top is secure.
                         POST-LAUNCH CHECKS
                         Switches              Check operation of the main switch and engine shut-off   108
                                               switch.
                         Cooling water pilot outlets  Check that water comes out while the engines are running.  109
                         Fuel level            Check fuel level; add as necessary.        109
                        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.


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                           Pre-operation check points
                        Pre-launch checks
                        Perform the pre-launch checks in the pre-op-
                        eration checklist while the boat is on land.

                        Steering system checks
                        Make sure the steering wheel is not loose.
                        There should not be any free play, either in-  1                   1
                        and-out or in rotation. Turn the steering wheel             2
                        fully to the right and left to make sure opera-
                        tion is smooth  and unrestricted throughout  1  Jet thrust nozzle
                        the whole range.                      2  Articulating keel (275SE)

                                                              Remote control lever checks
                                                                  WARNING
                                                              Do not touch the shift gates while the re-
                                                              mote control levers are being operated,
                                                              otherwise, you could be pinched.
                                                              Operate the remote control levers several
                                       1                      times to make sure that operation is smooth
                                                              throughout the whole range.
                        1  Steering wheel
                                                                              N
                        Start the engines, and then make sure both  F 3  2  5  1    5   4 R
                        jet thrust nozzles change directions as the
                        steering wheel is turned. The jet thrust noz-  7                    7
                        zles should point to starboard (right) when the     6     6
                        wheel is turned to the right. The jet thrust noz-  8                  8
                        zles should point to port (left) when the wheel
                        is turned to the left.
                        275SE: In addition, check that the direction of
                        the articulating keel changes according to the  1  Neutral position
                        movement of the jet thrust nozzles. NOTICE:  2  TDE position
                        Do not run the engines over 4000 r/min on  3  Forward position
                        land. Also, do not run the engines for more  4  Reverse position
                        than 15 seconds without supplying water,  5  Shift
                        otherwise, the  engines could overheat  6  Fully closed
                        and/or seize.                         7  Throttle
                                                              8  Fully open




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                        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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                                                              Operating the fire extinguisher
                                                              A chemical-type fire extinguisher may not
                                                              help when sprayed into the engine compart-
                                                              ment through the FIRE-PORT™ because that
                                                              type needs to be aimed directly at the base of
                                                              the  flames to be  effective. See below for
                                                              FIRE-PORT™ information.





                        The other fire extinguishers are to be mount-
                        ed in the port and starboard cabin underseat                      1
                        storage compartments. There is a location la-
                        bel outside each of  these  compartments.
                        These fire extinguishers located near the en-
                        gine compartments should be a “clean
                        agent” type designed to displace oxygen,
                        with an inert gas, such as CO , or FE-36™,  1  FIRE-PORT™
                                                2
                        and have a capacity of five pounds or more.















                                                              A FIRE-PORT™ is mounted on both sides of
                                                              the rear walk-through. Use this port to spray
                                                              the contents of a fire extinguisher into the en-
                                                              gine compartment if a fire breaks out in the
                                                              engine area. WARNING! If there is a fire in
                                                              the engine compartment, opening the
                                                              hatch will add more oxygen to the fire, in-
                                                              creasing the risk of a larger fire or an ex-
                                                              plosion.
                                                              If you see smoke or otherwise suspect a fire,
                                                              you can look through the transparent flaps of
                                                              the FIRE-PORT™ to look for signs of flames.


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                        If there is a fire, push the nozzle of the fire ex-  thrust, and  possibly damaging  jet pump
                        tinguisher through the FIRE-PORT™ and fol-  parts.
                        low the manufacturer’s instructions to empty
                        the contents of the fire extinguisher into the
                        engine compartment.
                        A “clean agent” type fire extinguisher is rec-
                        ommended; a chemical-type fire extinguisher
                        may not be adequate in this application.

                        Access port cap check                           1
                        Make sure that the access port caps are se-
                        curely installed.
                        To check the access port caps:        1  Jet intake
                        (1) Open the wet storage compartment lids.
                            (See page 82 for information on the wet  In some cases, the engines may overheat be-
                            storage compartments.)            cause of a lack of cooling water, and damage
                        (2) Make sure that the access port caps are  could result.  If the jet  intakes are clogged,
                            securely installed. If they are removed or  clean them. (See page 142 for information on
                            are  not locked, securely install  them.  the jet intakes.) WARNING! Rotating parts
                            (See page 142 for information on the ac-  could cause severe injury or death. Before
                            cess port caps.)                  attempting to remove weeds or debris
                                                              from the jet intakes or impeller areas; shut
                                                              off the engines, remove the main switch
                                                    1
                                                              key, and then remove the engine shut-off
                                                              cord (lanyard) from the  engine shut-off
                                                              switch.

                                                              Fuel system checks
                                                              Check the fuel filler hoses and joints in the
                                                              engine  compartment (port) for  damage,
                                                              looseness, and signs of leaking. At least an-
                        1  Access port cap                    nually, or if a problem is suspected, check
                                                              the  fuel tank and fuel filler hoses  and
                        (3) Close the wet storage compartment lids.  clamps. Have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check
                                                              the  fuel tank and fuel filler hoses  and
                        Jet intake checks                     clamps.  WARNING! If there are signs of
                        Carefully check the jet intakes under the boat  leaking fuel, do not operate the boat until
                        for weeds, debris, or anything else that might  the source of the fuel leak is found and
                        restrict the intake of water. If the intakes are  corrected. Gasoline and  its vapors are
                        clogged, cavitation could occur, reducing jet  highly flammable and explosive.




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                        Engine oil level check
                        Make sure that the engine oil level is between  2
                        the minimum level mark and maximum level                        2
                        mark on the dipstick. (See page 96 for infor-
                        mation on checking the engine oil level.)
                                                                  1


                                                                          1



                                                              1  Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead
                                                              2  Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead

                                                              Bilge water check
                                       1                      Make sure that no bilge water has collected in
                                                              the engine compartment. If bilge water has
                        1  Dipstick
                                                              collected in the engine compartment, drain it.
                                                              (See page 97 for information on draining the
                                                              bilge water.)

                                                1             Drain plug check
                                                   2          Loosen the drain plug and remove it, and
                                                              then make sure that the plug and the O-ring
                                                              on the hull drain plug are not damaged and
                                                              that there is no foreign material on the
                                                              threads or the O-ring on the hull drain plug.
                                                              NOTICE: Before installing the drain plug,
                                                              clean the drain plug threads and the O-ring
                        1  Maximum level mark
                                                              on the hull drain plug to remove any for-
                        2  Minimum level mark
                                                              eign materials, such as dirt or sand. Other-
                        Battery check                         wise, the drain plug could be damaged,
                        Make sure that the battery terminals are not  allowing water to enter the engine com-
                        damaged and that the battery leads are con-  partment or  the  fuel tank compartment.
                        nected properly.  WARNING! The  battery  Make sure that the drain plug is tightened
                        must always be fully charged and in good  securely before launching the boat. Other-
                        condition. Loss of battery power may  wise, water may flood the boat and cause
                        leave you stranded. Never  operate the  it to submerge.
                        boat if the start battery does not have suf-  Securely install the drain plug by tightening it
                        ficient power to start the engines or if it  until it stops.
                        shows any other signs of decreased pow-
                        er.


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                                                              To check the operation using the multi-func-
                                                              tion display:
                                                              Tap  the “Blower” button.  Check that  the
                                                              blowers operate when the button is blue and
                                                              that the blowers stop when the button is gray.



                                                                                     SE
                                                                 FUEL
                                                                 100 %
                                                 1                  19
                                                                           x1000 rpm
                        1  Hull drain plug
                                                                    START
                        Blower checks                              13.0  V  9
                                                                             Bilge  Blower
                             WARNING
                                                                                  1
                        Gasoline vapors can explode.  Before
                                                              1  “Blower” button
                        starting the engines, check the engine
                        compartment for gasoline, gasoline va-  To check the operation using the switch pan-
                        pors, and loose electrical connections,  el:
                        and then operate the blowers for at least 4  Push the “BLOWER” switch. Check that the
                        minutes. Do not start the engines or oper-  blowers operate when the switch light is on
                        ate the blowers if you can smell gasoline  and that the blowers stop when the switch
                        vapors in the  engine compartment or if  light is off.
                        there are any loose electrical connections.
                        Contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer if there is a
                        problem you cannot locate or correct.
                        Make sure that the blowers operate properly.
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                                     1                          1


                                                              1  “BLOWER” switch







                        1  Blower



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                        Navigation and anchor lights checks   275SE
                             WARNING                                          1

                         Do not install lights that could be mis-
                          taken for navigation lights.                                        2
                         Do not install lights that could diminish
                          the visibility of  manufacturer installed
                          navigation lights or be confused with the
                          manufacturer installed navigation lights.
                         Do not  install lights  that interfere  with
                          the operator’s ability to maintain proper
                          lookout.                            1  Anchor light
                         Do not modify the manufacturer in-  2  Bow light
                          stalled navigation lights.
                                                              To check the operation using the multi-func-
                        Make sure that the bow light and anchor light
                                                              tion display:
                        operate properly.
                                                              (1) Tap the “Navigation” light button. Check
                        The procedure for setting up the anchor light
                                                                 that the bow light and anchor light come
                        varies according to the model. See the page
                                                                 on when the button is blue and that both
                        indicated below for your boat.
                                                                 lights go off when the button is gray.
                        275SE: See page 84.
                                                              (2) Tap the “Anchor” light button.  Check
                        TIP:                                     that only the anchor light comes on when
                        275SE: Before operating the boat in daylight  the button is blue and  that the  anchor
                        hours after checking the navigation and an-  light goes off when the button is gray.
                        chor lights, store the anchor light.
                                                                                RUNNING MODE
                        275SD                                         SW
                                                                                          DEPTH
                                                                                           .8 9  ft
                                         1
                                                                                        19
                                                                               x1000 rpm
                                                         2       H
                                                                                       HOUSE
                                                                                   9
                                                                                       13.0  V
                                                                         Nav  Anchor
                                                                         1    2
                                                              1  “Navigation” light button
                                                              2  “Anchor” light button
                        1  Anchor light
                                                              TIP:
                        2  Bow light
                                                              You can also tap the navigation light indicator
                                                              and the anchor light indicator on the status
                                                              indicator bar to turn the bow light and anchor
                                                              light on or off.

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                        To check the operation using the switch pan-  repair the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) or
                        el:                                   tie  it together.  The engine shut-off cord
                        Push the “NAV LIGHTS” switch. Check that  (lanyard) may not pull free when the oper-
                        only the anchor light or both the anchor light  ator falls off, allowing the boat to continue
                        and bow light come on when the switch light  to run and cause an accident.
                        comes on and that both lights go off when the
                        switch light is off.







                              )03/
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                                                              Post-launch checks
                        1  “NAV LIGHTS” switch                Perform the post-launch checks in the pre-
                                                              operation checklist while  the boat  is in  the
                        Horn check                            water and the engines are running.
                        Push the “HORN” switch and check that the
                        horn sounds.                          Engine shut-off switch check
                        The switch light comes on while the horn is  Check the engine shut-off switch for proper
                        operating.                            operation.
                                                              (1) Start the engines. (See page 110 for in-
                                 1
                                                                 formation on starting the engines.)
                                                              (2) Pull the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to
                                                                 remove the clip from the engine shut-off
                                                                 switch to make sure that the engines
                              )03/
                                 #*-(&
                                                                 stop immediately.
                             /"7 -*()54
                                                              (3) Make  sure that  the engines cannot  be
                                 #-08&3
                                                                 started with the clip removed from the
                                                                 engine shut-off switch.
                        1  “HORN” switch

                        Engine shut-off cords (lanyards)
                        check
                        Make sure that the engine shut-off cords (lan-
                        yards) are not damaged. If the cord is dam-
                        aged, replace it.  WARNING! Never try to


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                                                              TIP:
                                                              It may take up to 20 seconds for water  to
                                                              reach  the pilot  outlets when first  launching
                                                    1         the boat. The amount and force of the exiting
                                                              water will vary with engine speed.
                                                              NOTICE
                                                    2
                                                              A continuous flow of water from the pilot
                                                              outlets shows  that water is  flowing
                                                              through the engine cooling water passag-
                                                              es. If water is not flowing out of the pilot
                        1  Engine shut-off switch
                                                              outlets during operation, do not continue
                        2  Clip
                                                              to run the engines. Overheating and seri-
                        Cooling water pilot outlet check      ous damage could occur. (See “Over tem-
                        Check that water comes out from the pilot  perature warning” on  page  68 for more
                        outlets while the engines are running in the  information.)
                        water. If water is not circulating, something
                        may be clogging the intake grates. Refer to
                                                              Fuel level check
                        “Jet pump clean-out procedure” on page
                                                              Check the amount of fuel remaining in the
                        142.
                                                              fuel tank using the fuel level bar graph on the
                        Port side
                                                              multi-function display.
                                                                 1


                                                                                    SE    S
                                                                FUEL
                                                                100 %
                                                                   19
                                                                          x1000 rpm
                                                                                         MPH
                                                                   START
                                                                  13.0  V  9
                                                                            Bilge  Blower
                        Starboard side
                                                              1  Fuel level bar graph
                                                              Add fuel if necessary. (See page 94 for infor-
                                                              mation on filling the fuel tank.)











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                        Operation

                                Driving your boat             Always attach the engine shut-off cord (lan-
                        Getting to know your boat             yard) to your PFD before operating.
                        Operating your boat requires skills acquired  You  and all  other passengers must always
                        through practice over a period of time. Take  wear a USCG-approved PFD when riding in
                        the time to learn the basic techniques well  the boat.
                        before attempting more difficult maneuvers.  Grip the steering wheel firmly and keep both
                        Boating with your new boat can be a very en-  feet on the deck when driving the boat.
                        joyable activity, providing you with hours of
                        pleasure. But it is essential to familiarize your-  Starting the engines
                        self with the operation of the boat to achieve  WARNING
                        the skill necessary to enjoy boating safely.
                                                              Severe injury or death may result if you ig-
                        Before operating this boat, read this own-
                                                              nore any of the following:
                        er’s/operator’s manual, the  Operation  In-
                                                               Before operating your boat, become fa-
                        struction card, and all labels on the boat. Pay
                                                               miliar  with all controls. Consult a
                        particular attention to the safety information
                                                               Yamaha Boat Dealer about any control
                        beginning on page 10. These  materials
                                                               or function you do not fully understand.
                        should give you an understanding of the boat
                                                               Failure to understand how the controls
                        and its operation.
                                                               work could cause  an accident or pre-
                                                               vent you from avoiding an accident.
                        Learning to operate your boat
                                                               Gasoline vapors can  explode.  Before
                        Before boating, always perform the pre-oper-
                                                               starting the engines, check the engine
                        ation checks listed on page 100. The short
                                                               compartment for gasoline, gasoline va-
                        time spent checking the boat will reward you
                                                               pors, and loose electrical connections,
                        with added safety and reliability.
                                                               and then operate the blowers for at least
                        Know and follow  U.S. Coast Guard, state,
                                                               4 minutes. Do not start the engines or
                        and local laws when operating your boat.
                                                               operate the blowers  if  you can  smell
                        Select a wide area to learn in, where visibility
                                                               gasoline vapors in the engine compart-
                        is good and other boat traffic is light. Keep
                                                               ment or if there are any loose electrical
                        the proper distance from other boats and ve-
                                                               connections. Contact a  Yamaha Boat
                        hicles.  Do not operate  where people are
                                                               Dealer if there is a problem you cannot
                        swimming.
                                                               locate or correct.
                                                               Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
                                                               to your PFD before operating. Failure to
                                                               attach  the cord could  result in a run-
                                                               away boat if the operator is ejected.
                                                               Do not apply throttle when anyone is at
                                                               the rear of the boat. Turn the engines off
                                                               or keep them at idle. Water and debris
                                                               exiting the jet thrust nozzles can cause
                                                               severe injury.
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                        (1) Always make sure the boat is launched  (2) Turn the battery switch to the ON posi-
                            and used in waters that are free from  tion to operate the blowers automatically
                            weeds and  debris,  and at least 90 cm  for 5 minutes.
                            (3 ft) deep from the bottom of the boat.  TIP:
                            WARNING! Never operate in water   To operate the blowers manually, tap the
                            that is less than 90 cm (3 ft) deep from  “Blower” button. Ventilate the engine com-
                            the bottom of the boat. You increase  partment for at least 4 minutes, and then tap
                            your chance of hitting an underwater  the “Blower” button again  to turn  off the
                            obstacle. You could be injured. Peb-  blowers.
                            bles or sand can also be sucked into
                            the  jet intakes,  damaging the impel-
                            lers.                                FUEL                SE
                                                                 100 %

                                                                    19
                                                                           x1000 rpm

                                                                    START
                                                                   13.0  V  9
                                     90 cm (3 ft)                            Bilge  Blower
                                                                                  1
                                                              1  “Blower” button
                                                              TIP:
                         NOTICE                               You can also push the “BLOWER” switch to
                                                              ventilate the engine compartment.
                        There is a hull drain plug at the bottom of
                        the  stern. Check the O-ring on  the  hull
                        drain plug and make sure that the plug is
                        tightened securely  before launching the
                        boat. Otherwise, water may flood the boat
                        and cause it to submerge.                  )03/
                                                                      #*-(&
                                                                   /"7 -*()54
                                                                      #-08&3
                                                                1

                                                              1  “BLOWER” switch

                                                              (3) Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
                                                                 to your PFD. Install the clip onto the en-
                                                                 gine shut-off switch by pushing the clip
                                                 1               groove over the nut beneath the knob.
                                                                 Be sure the cord is not wrapped around
                        1  Hull drain plug

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                            the steering wheel or tangled in the con-
                            trols.  WARNING! Check  that the en-
                            gine shut-off cord (lanyard) is
                            attached correctly. If the engine shut-
                            off cord (lanyard) is not attached cor-
                            rectly, it may not pull free when the
                            operator falls off, allowing the boat to
                            continue to run and  cause  an acci-
                            dent.


                                                              (6) Push the “START/STOP” buttons and re-
                                                                 lease them when the engines start. If the
                                                3
                                                                 engines do not start after 5 seconds of
                                                                 cranking, release the buttons. Wait at
                                                                 least 15 seconds before trying to start
                                   1                             the engines again. NOTICE: If the start-
                                                                 er motors are engaged continuously
                                   2                             for more than 5 seconds, the start bat-
                                                                 tery will become quickly discharged
                        1  Engine shut-off switch                and it will be impossible to start the
                        2  Clip                                  engines. The starter motors may also
                        3  Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)        be damaged if they are engaged con-
                                                                 tinuously for more than 5 seconds.
                        TIP:
                        The engines will not start when the clip is re-
                        moved from the engine shut-off switch.

                        (4) Put the remote control levers in the neu-
                            tral position. The starter motors will not
                            operate unless the remote control levers
                            are in neutral.
                        (5) Turn the main switch key to the on posi-
                            tion.                                              1
                                                              1  “START/STOP” button

                                                              On this boat, the engines are connected di-
                                                              rectly to the drive units. Starting either engine
                                                              generates some thrust immediately. Only
                                                              enough throttle should be applied to keep the
                                                              engine at a fast enough idle to stay running.



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                        Stopping the engines
                             WARNING

                        Once the engines have stopped, you have
                        NO STEERING CONTROL over  the boat.
                        You could collide with another boat,  a
                        dock, or other obstacle.
                        Stopping the engines immediately after oper-
                        ating at  high  engine speeds is  not recom-
                        mended. Let the engines cool off at idle or
                        low speed for a few minutes first.    (4) Remove the main switch key and the en-
                        To stop the engines:                     gine shut-off cord (lanyard) if the boat will
                        (1) Return the remote control levers to the  be left unattended.
                            neutral position.
                        TIP:                                  Leaving a dock
                        275SD: If DRiVE X mode is activated, cancel  Because boats steer from the stern, the stern
                        it.                                   first moves in the direction opposite your de-
                        (2) Push the “START/STOP” buttons.    sired turn. It is especially important to under-
                                                              stand this characteristic when leaving a dock.
                                                              If you move the remote control levers to the
                                                              forward position and simply turn the steering
                                                              wheel to steer the bow away from the dock,
                                                              as you would when driving a  car out of  a
                                                              parking space, you will drive the stern of the
                                                              boat into the dock.
                                                              The  following steps are basic  maneuvering
                                                              techniques which can be used in most cir-
                                         1                    cumstances:
                                                              (1) With the engines idling and the bow still
                        1  “START/STOP” button
                                                                 moored to the dock, turn the steering
                                                                 wheel toward the dock. Moving the re-
                        TIP:
                                                                 mote control levers into the TDE position
                        The engines can also be stopped by pulling
                                                                 or forward position will start to move the
                        the engine shut-off cord (lanyard).
                                                                 stern of the boat away from the dock.
                                                              (2) When the stern is out a few feet, release
                        (3) Turn the main switch key to the off posi-
                                                                 the bow mooring, and then turn the
                            tion.
                                                                 steering wheel to the center position or
                                                                 away from the dock. Move the remote
                                                                 control levers  into the  reverse position
                                                                 and move away from the dock.



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                        Turning the boat                      B. Less throttle produces low thrust, so the
                                                                 boat will turn more gradually.
                             WARNING
                         Do not pull the remote control levers
                          back to idle when trying to steer away
                          from objects — you need throttle to
                          steer.
                         Be sure passengers are holding on be-
                          fore making turns. An unprepared pas-
                          senger could lose balance and fall.                    F

                        Steering control depends on the combination
                        of steering wheel position and the amount of
                        throttle.                             C. Pulling the remote control levers back to
                        Water sucked in through the intake grates is  idle or the neutral position produces only
                        pressurized by the impellers in the jet pumps.  minimum thrust. If you are traveling  at
                        As the pressurized water is expelled from the  speeds above trolling, you will have rap-
                        pumps through the jet thrust nozzles, it cre-  idly decreasing ability  to steer without
                        ates thrust to move and steer the boat. The  throttle. You may still have some turning
                        higher the engine speed, the more thrust is  ability immediately after pulling the re-
                        produced.                                mote control levers back to  idle, but
                        The amount of jet thrust, in addition to the po-  when the engines slow down, the boat
                        sition of the steering wheel, determines how  will no longer respond to steering wheel
                        sharply you turn.                        input until you apply throttle again or you
                        A. More throttle produces high  thrust, so  reach a trolling speed.
                            the boat will turn more sharply.     At trolling speed, the boat can be turned
                                                                 gradually by steering wheel  position
                                                                 alone using just the amount of thrust
                                                                 available at engine idle.





                                            F



                                                                                 F



                                                              D. If the boat is moving and the remote con-
                                                                 trol levers are in the neutral position, or if
                                                                 there is no thrust because  the engines


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                            are stopped, the  boat will  go  straight  Boating with passengers
                            even though the steering wheel is turned.
                                                                  WARNING
                            You need throttle to steer.
                                                              When  passengers are on board,  make
                                                              sure they are seated and holding onto the
                                                              handgrips, handrails, or straps before you
                                                              start  to accelerate. An  unprepared pas-
                                                              senger could lose balance and fall.
                                                 N            Passengers must sit in one of the seats and
                                                              hold onto the handgrips. Passengers should
                                                              sit so the weight in the boat is balanced from
                                                              side-to-side and  bow-to-stern as much as
                                                              possible. If the passenger seat in front of the
                                                              helm is used, be  sure the  operator’s view
                                                              ahead is not obstructed.

                                                              Stopping the boat
                                                                  WARNING
                                                               Allow adequate stopping distance.
                                                               Take early action to avoid collisions. Re-
                                                               member, boats do not have brakes.
                                                               Operate defensively at safe speeds and
                                                               keep a safe distance away from people,
                                                               objects, and other boats to give you time
                                                               to stop.
                                                               Do not shut the engines off when slow-
                                                               ing down in case you need engine power
                                                               to steer away from a boat or other ob-
                                                               stacle that comes into your path.
                                                               You will lose steering control if you com-
                                                               pletely pull  the  remote control levers
                                                               back to idle. You need throttle to steer.
                                                               Do not use the reverse function to slow
                                                               down or stop the boat from planing
                                                               speed as it could cause you to lose con-
                                                               trol, be ejected, or impact the steering
                                                               wheel or other parts  of  the  boat. This
                                                               could increase the risk of serious injury.





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                        The boat is  not equipped  with  a separate  Boarding from the water
                        braking system. It is stopped by water resis-
                                                                  WARNING
                        tance after the remote control levers are
                        moved back to idle. From full speed, the boat  To avoid severe injury or  death, do  not
                        stops in approximately 153 m (503 ft) after  board from the rear, use swim platform, or
                        the remote control levers are moved back to  swim behind boat if the engines are run-
                        idle. The stopping distance varies depending  ning.
                        on gross  weight,  water surface conditions,   Severe internal injuries can occur if wa-
                        and wind direction. The  stated straight-line  ter is forced into body cavities as a re-
                        stopping distance should be used for a refer-  sult of being near the jet thrust nozzles.
                        ence. The boat slows down as soon as the   Exhaust gases coming from underneath
                        remote control levers are returned to idle but  the swim platform contain carbon mon-
                        will coast for a distance before fully stopping.  oxide, a colorless, odorless gas which
                        If you are not sure you can stop in time before  may cause brain damage or death when
                        hitting an obstacle, apply throttle and turn in  inhaled. Symptoms include nausea, diz-
                        another direction.                     ziness, and drowsiness.
                                                              (1) Be sure the engines are off,  and  then
                                                                 move to the stern of the boat.
                                                              (2) Pull out the stern ladder and  climb up
                             153 m (503 ft)                      onto the swim platform. (See page 85 for
                                                                 information on the stern ladder.)















                                                              (3) Return the stern ladder to the stowed po-
                                                                 sition, and then sit in one of the seats
                                                                 provided.












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                        Boarding from a dock or landing jetty  Wind or current pushing boat away from
                        (1) Board the boat from the side. One per-  dock:
                            son should board at a time by stepping  Slowly approach the dock at about a 45° an-
                            into the boat. Never jump in. Avoid step-  gle. Secure the bow to the dock, and then
                            ping on slick gelcoat  surfaces  on  the  use engine thrust or a boat hook to gently
                            boat’s gunwales, especially if wet.  move the stern to the dock.
                        (2) Sit in one of the seats provided and put
                            both feet on the deck.                          Wind or current

                        Docking
                        (1) Make sure  no obstructions, boats,  or
                            swimmers are close to the boat. Come to
                            a stop before you reach the dock.
                        (2) Notice how wind and water currents are
                            affecting boat movement as you attach
                            your mooring lines and fenders.
                        (3) Approach the dock at idle speed. Use re-  Wind or current pushing boat toward
                            verse as necessary during  slow-speed  dock:
                            maneuvering to help control speed and  Slowly maneuver to a shallow angle and al-
                            direction. Position the boat according to  low the boat to move toward the dock.
                            wind and water conditions. WARNING!
                            Do not use your hand, arm, or other        Wind or current
                            parts of your body to try to keep the
                            boat from hitting the dock. You could
                            be injured if the boat pushes against
                            the dock.






                                                              No wind or current:
                                                              Approach the dock at a shallow angle. Se-
                                                              cure the bow to the dock, and then use en-
                                                              gine thrust or a boat hook to gently move the
                                                              stern to the dock.

                                                              To dock using the DRiVE X mode (275SD):
                                                              Move the remote control levers to the neutral
                                                              position,  and then  activate the DRiVE X
                                                              mode. (See page 52.)




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                        Pull the throttle/shift paddle (right) to move  Beaching
                        the boat forward or pull the throttle/shift pad-  NOTICE
                        dle (left) to move the boat in reverse at a slow
                        speed and dock the boat.               Small pebbles, sand, seaweed, and oth-
                                                               er debris can be sucked into the jet in-
                                                               takes and  impair or  damage the
                                              1                impellers. Always stop the engines be-
                                                               fore beaching the boat. Be sure the boat
                                                               is in water 90 cm (3 ft) deep from the
                               2
                                                               bottom  of the boat  before starting the
                                                               engines again.
                                                               Do not beach the boat on rocky beach-
                                                               es. The hull gelcoat and exposed pump
                                                               housings can be damaged.
                                                               Pay attention to shifts in tides. Beaching
                        1  Throttle/shift paddle (right)
                                                               at high tide may make it impossible to
                        2  Throttle/shift paddle (left)
                                                               re-launch the boat if the tide recedes.
                                                              (1) Make  sure no obstructions, boats, or
                                                                 swimmers are near the beach.
                                                              (2) Approach the beach slowly and stop the
                                                                 engines when the water is about 90 cm
                                                                 (3 ft) deep from the bottom of the boat.
                                                                 Remember: turning is  impossible with
                                                                 the engines stopped.
                                                              (3) Get out of the boat and pull the bow up
                                                                 on the beach.
                                                              (4) When leaving the beach, push the boat
                                                                 out into water that is at least 90 cm (3 ft)
                                                                 deep from the bottom of the boat before
                                                                 starting the engines.



















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                        Anchoring                             (6) If the anchor is stuck on the bottom, try
                                                                 this: Let out a few feet of anchor line and
                             WARNING
                                                                 secure the line to the boat, again. Slowly
                        Always anchor from the bow. Anchoring    maneuver the boat around the  anchor
                        from  the stern will  make the boat un-  until the anchor pulls loose. Keep the line
                        steady. A strong current can pull a stern-  taut during this procedure.
                        anchored boat underwater.
                                                              Crossing wakes and swells
                        Select an  anchor appropriate for your boat
                                                              You will not always have flat, smooth water.
                        and water conditions. A “Danforth” (or fluke)
                                                              There will be  swells and wakes  from other
                        type anchor is suitable for most applications;
                                                              boats, etc.
                        your  Yamaha Boat Dealer can help you
                                                              The best way to cross wakes and swells is
                        choose an anchor.
                                                              with the least jolt to you and the boat. Small
                        (1) Make sure the anchor line is securely tied
                                                              swells are not as difficult to cross as larger
                            to the anchor and to the bow eye or a
                                                              swells or wakes. Crossing a sharp wake gives
                            bow cleat.
                                                              more of a jolt than a broad swell.
                        (2) Move the  boat to  the spot where  you
                            want to lower the anchor, heading the
                            boat into the wind or current. Stop the
                            boat, and then lower the anchor until it
                            hits bottom.
                        (3) While keeping tension on the line, slowly    Sharp wakes
                            back up the boat until you have let out
                            line that is 4–6 times the depth of the wa-
                            ter. For example, if you are anchoring in
                            10 feet of water, let out 40–60 feet of line.  Broad swell
                            Secure the line.
                        (4) Pull on the line to be sure the anchor is
                            holding.  Also, periodically check  your
                            boat’s position against the shoreline to
                            make sure it is not drifting and dragging
                            the anchor. Reset if necessary.
                        (5) To pull in (“weigh”) the anchor, start the
                            engines and move forward, keeping ten-
                            sion on the line as you pull it in. When the
                            anchor line is straight up and down, pull
                            hard to lift the anchor from the bottom
                            material.








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                        To cross a wake or swell, change your speed  Post-operation checks
                        and choose the angle at which you cross the  These post-operation procedures are devel-
                        wake or swell. Usually, a slower speed and  oped to help preserve the long-term appear-
                        “quartering” the wake (crossing at an angle)  ance and reliability of your boat. Perform
                        will reduce the jolt.                 these procedures as soon as possible after
                        Two other things you may notice. The first is  the boat is loaded back on the trailer after the
                        that crossing a group of wakes or swells is  day’s use.
                        not as easy or smooth as crossing just one  Some owners prefer to moor their boat sea-
                        wake. The second is that when you quarter  sonally, rather than keeping it on the trailer
                        the wake or swell, the boat will try to steer  between uses.  Extended mooring  is not
                        away from the wake or swell. When crossing  recommended by Yamaha, but can  be
                        at a 45° angle, you may not notice this, but at  performed if proper precautions are taken
                        a smaller angle, say 10°, it can be very strong.  to help guard against prolonged environ-
                        Be prepared to steer and balance as neces-  mental exposure and  marine  growth.
                        sary.                                 Proper flushing of the cooling system on
                                                              each engine is not possible with the boat in
                            Wake
                                                              the water. In addition, conditions  such  as
                                                              stray electrical voltage in the water, marine
                                                              organisms, and saltwater corrosion can ad-
                                                              versely affect the life of many boat compo-
                                                              nents.  NOTICE: Leaving the  boat in the
                                                              water for extended periods will accelerate
                            90˚
                                                              the rate of normal deterioration of the ex-
                                      45˚                     posed drive components.
                                                10˚           If you do decide to moor your boat, be sure to
                                                              remove it from the water periodically to clean
                                                              the hull and jet pump areas. The frequency of
                                                              maintenance required will depend upon
                                                              whether the water is salt water or fresh water
                                                              and other local water conditions. See your
                                                              dealer for additional  preventative mainte-
                                                              nance recommendations on mooring and/or
                                                              saltwater use for your area.
                                                              (1) After putting the boat on the trailer, flush
                                                                 the cooling system on each  engine to
                                                                 prevent the cooling  system from  clog-
                                                                 ging up with salt, sand, or dirt. Refer to
                                                                 page 126 for the cooling system flushing
                                                                 procedure.
                                                              (2) Drain residual water from the exhaust
                                                                 system by starting the engine, and then


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                            alternately pushing the remote control le-  (9) Reinstall hull drain plug. NOTICE: Tight-
                            ver up to half throttle and back to idle for  en the hull drain plug securely before
                            10 to 15 seconds. NOTICE: Do not run  launching the boat. Otherwise, water
                            the engine over 4000 r/min on land. Al-  may flood the  boat and cause it to
                            so, do not run the  engine for more  submerge. Clean any foreign material,
                            than 15 seconds  without supplying   such as dirt or sand, from the threads
                            water, otherwise, the  engine  could  and the O-ring on the hull drain plug
                            overheat and/or seize.               before installing the drain plug.
                        (3) Stop the engine.                  (10) Spray a rust inhibitor, such as Yamaha
                        (4) Wash down the hull, helm, and both jet  Silicone Protectant and Lubricant, on
                            drive units with fresh water.        metallic parts to minimize corrosion.
                        (5) Open the wet storage compartment lids.  (11) Use a boat cover designed for your boat,
                            (See page 82.)                       or store the boat in a building or under a
                        (6) Remove the access port caps to let any  canopy or carport in order to prevent rain
                            water  drain that  has pooled on  them.  from falling onto the boat. Because all of
                            (See page 142 for access port cap re-  the water will not be drained from the
                            moval and installation procedures.) If the  deck automatically, take sufficient mea-
                            boat will be stored on the trailer nearby,  sures to prevent rainwater from entering
                            leave the caps out until you prepare to  the boat. NOTICE: Make sure that the
                            launch the boat again. If the boat will be  turnbuckles on the boat cover do not
                            transported on the trailer any distance,  contact the boat directly when using
                            temporarily reinstall the caps and close  the cover. Otherwise, the boat could
                            the hatch until you get home. Open the  be damaged.
                            hatch again when you arrive and remove  (12) Turn the battery switch to the OFF posi-
                            the caps as before. Leave the caps loose  tion. (See page 34 for more information.)
                            until you plan to transport the boat on the
                            trailer again. NOTICE: Leaving the ac-
                            cess port caps out when you are not
                            using or transporting the boat helps
                            keep them from becoming stuck in the
                            access ports.
                        (7) Remove the hull drain plug. (See page
                            97.)
                        (8) Rinse the engine compartment with a
                            small amount of fresh water. Be careful
                            not to get water on the air filter area or
                            electrical components. Allow any water
                            in the bilge to drain out. After the water
                            has drained, wipe the engine compart-
                            ment and bilge with dry rags.




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                        Trailering

                                Trailering the boat           completely from the towing vehicle if it acci-
                                                              dentally comes loose from the hitch ball.
                             WARNING
                                                              Crisscross the chains under the trailer tongue
                        Avoid accident and injury from improper  so the tongue will not hit the road surface if it
                        trailering:                           falls loose. Rig the chains as tightly as possi-
                         The  trailer must be matched  for  the  ble while allowing just enough slack to permit
                          boat’s weight and hull.             tight turns.
                         The towing vehicle must have the ca-  Be sure the tongue weight (vertical weight on
                          pacity of pulling the load. Pulling a load  the hitch point) is correct. Generally, 5% to
                          that exceeds the towing capacity may  10% of the combined weight of the boat and
                          cause loss of control.              trailer should be on the tongue. Too much or
                         Be sure the boat is secured to the trailer  too little weight can cause difficult steering or
                          and the trailer is properly hitched to the  trailer swaying.
                          towing vehicle before towing.
                         Read the manuals supplied with the  Trailering checklist
                          trailer by the manufacturer.         Check your state laws to be sure your trail-
                                                               er meets all regulations, such as proper li-
                        A trailer is not provided as standard equip-
                                                               censing, brake, axle load, and safety chain
                        ment with your boat. If you need to purchase
                                                               requirements.
                        trailer, choose one that  is manufactured  to
                                                               Check the trailer for any loose fasteners or
                        carry a boat of the size and weight of your
                                                               damaged parts.
                        boat. Check the certification label on the trail-
                                                               Check the tires for proper inflation.
                        er. This label is required to show the Gross
                                                               Check the wheel bearings and wheel lug
                        Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), which is the
                                                               nuts before each trip.
                        load carrying capacity of the trailer plus the
                                                               Check the tail, brake, and turn signal lights
                        trailer’s weight. Be sure that the total weight
                                                               for proper operation.
                        of your boat, any cargo, and the trailer weight
                        itself does not exceed the GVWR.
                        Hitch
                        The trailer hitch ball must match the size of
                        the socket on the trailer hitch coupler. Hitch-
                        es are divided into classes that specify the
                        Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) and the maxi-
                        mum tongue weight. Always use a hitch rated
                        for the same or higher class. Use a bolted-on
                        or welded-on hitch; clamp-on bumper hitch-
                        es are not recommended. Be sure the trailer
                        hitch’s release handle is latched with the lock
                        pin installed before towing.
                        Use safety chains between the towing vehicle
                        and the trailer so the trailer will not detach


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                         Secure the bow of the boat to the trailer  tion) and the wet storage compartment lids
                          with the winch line and also with the chain.  are closed securely.
                          Secure the stern eyes to the trailer with tie-   Be sure any cargo that must be carried in
                          downs.                               the boat as well as the folding windshield
                                                               and all hatches are  secured. A durable,
                                                               properly fitting cover, such as the genuine
                                                               Yamaha cover available from your Yamaha
                                                               Boat Dealer designed specifically for your
                                                               boat, is highly recommended to help pro-
                                                               tect your boat  during  transport and stor-
                                                               age.
                                                               Carry a spare tire for the trailer, along with
                                                   1           sufficient tools to change the tire.
                                                               While traveling, check the wheel hubs on
                                                               the trailer whenever you park. If a hub feels
                        1  Bow eye
                                                               abnormally hot, have the bearing inspected
                                                               before continuing your trip. On longer trips,
                                                               it is a good idea to carry a set of spare
                                                               wheel bearings, seals, and races.
                                                               When making a turn, do not cut corners.
                                                               The trailer has a smaller turning circle, so it
                                                               turns more sharply around the corner than
                                                               the towing vehicle.

                                         1                    Backing your trailer
                                                              It takes practice to back a trailer successfully.
                        1  Stern eye
                                                              If you are not familiar backing up with a trailer,
                         Take down and store  the  bimini top,  if  practice first in an open area away from ob-
                          used. The bimini top is not designed to stay  stacles.
                          unsecured on the boat at highway speeds.
                          (See page 91.)
                        TIP:
                        During transport, use a boat cover to prevent
                        any items from blowing out of the boat, or
                        make sure to store any items inside the stor-
                        age compartments and securely close the
                        compartments.

                         Be sure the access port caps are properly
                          installed (see page 142 for more informa-




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                        Keep the following points in mind when   sible, have a second person stand aside
                        backing up                               as an observer. Stop when  the wheels
                         Back slowly. Make steering adjustments in  are at least halfway submerged. Set the
                          small steps.                           parking brake.
                         Turn the towing vehicle’s wheels opposite  (5) Remove the bow line from the bow eye.
                          the direction you want the trailer to go.  (6) Back the trailer farther into the water until
                         After the trailer begins moving, turn the  just the tops of the  fenders  show, and
                          towing vehicle to follow it.           then reset the parking brake. Board the
                         Have a second person stand by to help di-  boat and start it. If possible, remain on
                          rect you with hand signals.            the trailer until the engines are warm and
                                                                 are responding to throttle.
                        Launching                             (7) Back the boat out into the water, watch-
                        As a courtesy to other boaters, prepare your  ing carefully for people, other boats, or
                        boat for launching before using the ramp.  obstacles.
                        Each launch may have particular differences,
                        such as ramp angle, prevailing wind, waves,  Loading
                        and water currents. If possible, watch a cou-  (1) Disconnect the trailer  lights from the
                        ple of boaters launch their boats first to notice  towing vehicle.
                        any problems. While every boater develops a  (2) Back the trailer down the ramp as close
                        preferred launch procedure, here is a recom-  to 90° to the shoreline as you can. If pos-
                        mended general procedure:                sible, have a second person act as an
                                                                 observer while standing to the side of the
                                                                 trailer. Stop when the tops of the trailer’s
                                                                 fenders are  about  3 inches above  the
                                                                 waterline.
                                                              (3) With the boat moving at the slowest idle
                                                                 speed, guide the boat onto the support
                                                                 rails. Use throttle only if necessary for
                                                                 steering ability.  WARNING! Using too
                                                                 much throttle  can cause the boat to
                                                                 jump  over the front of  the trailer,
                        (1) Perform the pre-operation checks     which can result in injury to the boat
                            shown on page 101 that can be per-   operator and bystanders.
                            formed on land.                   (4) Make sure the boat is centered on the
                        (2) Remove all trailering tie-down lines from  support rails and is headed straight for
                            the boat and attach your docking lines  the bow stop (bumper board). Ease the
                            and fenders, if used.                boat forward until the bow rests against
                        (3) Disconnect the trailer  lights  from the  the bow stop. NOTICE: The winch line
                            towing vehicle.                      is not designed to pull the boat onto
                        (4) Back the trailer down the ramp as close  the trailer.
                            to 90° to the shoreline as you can. If pos-



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                        (5) Attach and  tighten the  winch line.  Lifting
                            NOTICE: The winch line should not be  NOTICE
                            the only line securing the bow during
                            trailering. Use the chain along with the  Do not attach lifting cables to the bow eye,
                            winch to secure the boat to the trailer.  cleats, stern eyes, or handgrips. Serious
                                                              damage to the boat can occur. Use only a
                                                              sling designed specifically for lifting boats.
                                                              If you need to remove the boat from the water
                                                              without a trailer, use these guidelines:
                                                               Use a sling-type lifting  mechanism  de-
                                                               signed for lifting boats. The sling should be
                                                               covered with a protective material to pre-
                                                               vent damage to the hull gelcoat.
                                                   1
                                                               Use spreader bars to avoid side stress to
                                                               the hull that may cause cracks in the gel-
                        1  Bow eye                             coat and fiberglass.
                                                               Attach guidelines to the bow eye and stern
                        (6) Pull the trailer up the ramp out of the way  eyes to control movement of the boat dur-
                            of other boaters. Attach the bow and  ing lifting.
                            stern tie-downs. Reconnect the trailer   Remove all people and all cargo from the
                            lights.                            boat. Drain any excess water from the bilge
                                                               using the bilge pump.
                                                               Be sure all people are standing clear, and
                                                               then lift the boat slowly and just far enough
                                                               to verify that the boat is securely held and
                                                               properly balanced. If necessary, lower the
                                                               boat again and adjust the slings.
                                                               When ready, lift the boat slowly and care-
                                                               fully.
                                         1

                        1  Stern eye
                        (7) Perform the post-operation checks  on
                            page 120.











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                               Post-operation care
                        Flushing the cooling system
                        Cooling system flushing is essential to pre-
                        vent the cooling system from  clogging up
                        with salt, sand, or dirt.
                        (1) Connect the garden hose adapter to a
                            garden hose.


                                1                2
                                                                  1
                                                                                    3


                                                                      2

                                                              1  Flush hose connector
                                                              2  Flush hose connector cap
                                                              3  Garden hose adapter
                        1  Garden hose adapter
                        2  Garden hose
                                                              (3) Connect the garden hose to a water tap.
                                                              (4) Make sure that the area around the boat
                        (2) Loosen the flush hose connector cap for
                                                                 is clear, and then start the engine. Imme-
                            the engine you are going to flush and re-
                                                                 diately after the engine starts, fully turn
                            move it. Insert the garden hose adapter
                                                                 the water supply on so that water flows
                            into the flush hose connector by pushing
                                                                 out continually from the jet thrust nozzle
                            and twisting it until it is securely connect-  and cooling water pilot outlets. NOTICE:
                            ed.
                                                                 Never turn on the water before start-
                                                                 ing the engine. The water could flow
                                                                 back through the muffler into the
                                                                 crankcase causing  severe engine
                                                                 damage. Be sure to turn on the water
                                                                 immediately after starting the engine
                                                                 to prevent engine overheating.
                                                              (5) Run the engine at a fast idle for 3 to 5
                                                                 minutes. If the engine stops while flush-
                                                                 ing, turn the water supply off immediately
                                                                 and perform  the procedure  again from
                                                                 step 4.
                                                              (6) Turn off the water supply, and then drain
                                                                 residual water from the exhaust system
                                                                 by alternately pushing the remote control



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                            lever up to half throttle and back to idle  Cleaning the boat
                            for 10 to 15 seconds.
                                                                  WARNING
                        (7) Stop the engine. NOTICE: Never have
                            the water on when the engine is not  Gasoline and its vapors are highly flamma-
                            running.  The water could flow  back  ble and explosive. If there is fuel or a fu-
                            through the muffler into the crankcase  el/water  mixture  in  the  engine
                            causing severe engine damage. Do  compartment, wipe it up immediately with
                            not run the engine for more than 15  dry rags. Do not operate the boat until the
                            seconds  after the water supply  has  source of the fuel leak is found and cor-
                            been turned off to avoid engine over-  rected.
                            heating.
                                                              TIP:
                        (8) Remove the garden hose adapter.                 ®
                                                              Quality Yamaclean , Yamashield™, and oth-
                        (9) Install and tighten the cap securely.
                                                              er Yamalube care products are available from
                        (10) Repeat the flushing procedure for the
                                                              your Yamaha Boat Dealer.
                            other engine.
                                                              (1) Remove the hull drain plug. (See page 97
                                                                 for hull drain plug removal and installa-
                                                                 tion procedures.)












                                                                                       1

                                                              1  Hull drain plug
                                                              (2) Clean the hull, boat interior, and  drive
                                                                 units with Yamaclean Wash & Wax Con-
                                                                 centrate, or a mild natural soap, and wa-
                                                                 ter. Rinse with fresh water. Scum on the
                                                                 hull can be removed with Yamaclean Hull
                                                                 Cleaner™. NOTICE: Incorrect cleaning
                                                                 can damage  vinyl. See “Basic stain
                                                                 guide” on page 129.
                                                              (3) Clean the engine and bilge areas with
                                                                 Yamaclean Bilge Cleaner™ or an equiv-
                                                                 alent and rinse with fresh water. Drain all


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                            water and wipe up any remaining mois-  (7) Spray the exterior of the engines with
                            ture with clean, dry rags.  NOTICE: Be  Yamalube Silicone Protectant  &  Lubri-
                            careful not to get water on the air filter  cant, or an equivalent. For areas requir-
                            area or electrical components. Do not  ing heavy protection, use Yamashield™.
                            use high-pressure water when rinsing  (8) Wax the  hull with  Yamaclean Spray
                                                                     ®
                            the engine or engine compartment as  Wax  or other  non-abrasive wax de-
                            severe engine damage could result.   signed for marine gelcoat.  WARNING!
                        (4) Open the wet storage compartment lids.  Slippery surfaces can cause falls and
                            (See page 82.)                       injury. Be careful not  to apply  too
                        (5) Remove the access port caps to let any  much wax on deck and gunwale step-
                            water  drain that  has pooled on  them.  ping surfaces.  This will make them
                            (See page 142 for access port cap re-  slippery.
                            moval and installation procedures.) If the  (9) Wipe  all vinyl and rubber components,
                            boat will be stored on the trailer nearby,  such as the seats and engine compart-
                            leave the caps out until you prepare to  ment seals, with Yamaclean Vinyl Dress-
                            launch the boat again. If the boat will be  ing™ or other quality vinyl protectant.
                            transported on the trailer any distance,  NOTICE: Some well-known “protec-
                            temporarily reinstall the caps and close  tant” products on the market can ac-
                            the hatch until you get home. Open the  tually damage vinyl over time. Consult
                            hatch again when you arrive and remove  a Yamaha Boat Dealer if you want to
                            the caps as before. Leave the caps loose  use a product other than Yamaclean
                            until you plan to transport the boat on the  Vinyl Protectant.
                            trailer again. NOTICE: Leaving the ac-  (10) Vacuum and hose-off the  carpeting as
                            cess port caps out when you are not  necessary. If  needed, use Yamaclean
                                                                             ®
                            using or transporting the boat helps  Carpet Cleaner  or other quality brand-
                            keep them from becoming stuck in the  name carpet cleaner product to clean
                            access ports. (See page 142 for more  soiled areas. NOTICE: Always dry the
                            information.)                        carpet face up. Never roll up the car-
                        (6) Securely install  the hull drain plug by  pet. Never fold the carpet.
                            tightening it until it stops. NOTICE: Be-  (11) Wash the fabric of the bimini top with a
                            fore installing the hull drain plug, clean  mild natural  soap in lukewarm water,
                            the drain plug threads and O-ring to  then rinse. Do not use detergents. Allow
                            remove any foreign materials, such as  to air dry thoroughly before storage.
                            dirt or sand. Otherwise, the hull drain
                            plug could be damaged, allowing wa-
                            ter to enter the hull. Check the O-ring
                            on the hull drain plug and make sure
                            that the hull drain plug is tightened se-
                            curely before launching the boat. Oth-
                            erwise, water may flood the boat and
                            cause it to submerge.



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                        Basic stain guide
                        Here are basic steps to remove common stains from boat upholstery. Consult a Yamaha Boat
                        Dealer or upholstery-cleaning professional for difficult stains.

                         TYPE OF STAIN                 STEPS
                                                       (rinse with clean, warm water and then dry after application)
                                                             1             2             3
                         General care/Dirt                   A             B             —
                         Chewing gum                         E             A             —
                         Coffee/Tea/Chocolate                B             —             —
                         Grease                              E             B             —
                         Ink*                                C             F             D
                         Ketchup                             A             B             —
                         Lipstick                            C             B             A
                         Mustard                             A             B             C
                         Mildew/Wet leaves*                  C             B             A
                         Motor oil                           B             —             —
                         Permanent marker*                   C             F             D
                         Suntan lotion*                      A             B             —
                         Tar/Asphalt                         E             B             —
                        * May cause permanent staining.
                               A       Medium-soft brush with warm, soapy water
                               B       Yamaclean All Purpose Cleaner or equivalent
                               C       Isopropyl alcohol (91% is best)
                                       Mixture of 1 tablespoon (15 ml) ammonia, 1/4 cup (60 ml) hydrogen peroxide, and
                               D
                                       3/4 cup (177 ml) water
                               E       Wipe or scrape off excess (chill gum with ice first)
                               F       Name brand ink remover



















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                        Battery care                          (2) Apply dielectric grease or petroleum jelly
                        If the boat will not be used for more than a  to the  battery terminals and to all ex-
                        month, remove the batteries and store them  posed connectors.
                        in a cool, dark place.                (3) If the battery will be stored for a longer
                        The batteries are located in the engine com-  period, check its state of charge (use a
                        partment (port).                         hydrometer or a voltmeter and load tes-
                        To remove the batteries:                 ter) at least once a month and recharge
                        (1) Turn the battery switch to the OFF posi-  the battery if it gets too low.
                            tion. (See page 34.)              To charge the battery:
                        (2) Disconnect the ground lead (black), the  (1) Remove the caps from the cells. Add dis-
                            negative (–) battery lead (black), and the  tilled  water if necessary  to top up  the
                            negative (–) amplifier lead (black).  electrolyte to the proper level.
                        (3) Disconnect the positive (+) battery lead  (2) Follow  the battery manufacturer’s  in-
                            (red) and  the positive (+) amplifier lead  structions for charging.  WARNING!
                            (red).                               When charging a battery, keep it well
                                                                 away from sparks and open flames, as
                           1
                                                                 it gives off explosive gases. When us-
                                                         3
                                        2                        ing a battery charger, connect the bat-
                                                                 tery to the charger before you turn on
                                                        6        the charger. This will prevent sparking
                                        6                        at the terminals that could ignite bat-
                          4               4                      tery gases.
                                                              To install the battery:
                                                              (1) Place the battery in  the battery holder,
                          8                      6   5   7       and then fasten the battery using the bat-
                                                                 tery strap.
                        1  Start battery
                        2  House battery                      (2) Connect  the positive (+)  amplifier lead
                        3  Ground lead (black)                   (red) and  the  positive (+) battery  lead
                        4  Positive (+) battery lead (red)       (red) to the positive (+) battery terminal.
                        5  Positive (+) amplifier lead (red)     NOTICE: Reversal of the battery leads
                        6  Negative (–) battery lead (black)     will damage the electrical parts.
                        7  Negative (–) amplifier lead (black)  (3) Connect the negative (–)  amplifier lead
                        8  Tie wrap
                                                                 (black), the  negative (–)  battery lead
                                                                 (black), and the ground lead (black) to the
                        (4) Unfasten the battery strap, and then re-
                                                                 negative (–) battery terminal.
                            move the battery from the boat.
                                                              (4) Make sure that the battery is securely
                        To store the battery:
                                                                 held in place.
                        (1) Clean the battery casing and terminals
                            using a mixture of baking soda and water
                            (one tablespoon of baking soda to one
                            cup of water).



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                               Long-term storage
                                                                Recommended water-resistant grease:
                        Storing your boat  for prolonged periods of
                                                                  YAMALUBE  MARINE GREASE or
                        time, such as winter storage in freezing tem-
                                                                  Yamalube Grease A
                        perature, requires preventative maintenance
                        to ensure against deterioration. It is advisable
                        to have the boat serviced by an authorized   Steering cable ball joints and inner wires
                        Yamaha Boat Dealer before storage. Howev-  Grease the steering cable and shift cable ball
                        er, the  following  procedures can be  per-  joints at the jet thrust nozzles.  Extend  the
                        formed by the owner with a minimum of tools.  steering cable and shift cable inner wires and
                                                              apply a thin coat of grease to them.
                        Fuel system
                        Fill the fuel tank with fresh fuel, adding one
                        ounce of Fuel Med RX, available from your
                        Yamaha Boat Dealer, to each gallon of fuel or
                        use an equivalent according to the manufac-
                        ture’s instructions. (See page 94 for informa-
                        tion on filling the fuel tank.) Do not “top off”
                        the tank, because fuel could spill. A full fuel
                        tank is  less likely  to allow  condensation to
                        collect in  the tank, reducing the chance of
                        contaminated fuel. Running the engines with
                        treated fuel during  cooling system flushing
                                                               Pivot points
                        will also help protect the fuel system.
                                                              Grease all pivot points  of the  steering and
                        TIP:                                  shift mechanisms at the pump ends.
                        Use of Fuel Med RX eliminates the need to
                        drain the fuel system. Consult a Yamaha Boat
                        Dealer or other qualified mechanic if the fuel
                        system is to be drained instead.

                        Lubrication
                        It is advisable to take the boat to a Yamaha
                        Boat Dealer to have the engines fogged for
                        long-term storage.

                        Grease points
                        To  keep  moving parts sliding or rotating
                                                               Bearing housings
                        smoothly, coat them with water-resistant
                                                              Grease  the bearing housings through  the
                        grease.
                                                              grease nipples.  NOTICE:  Fill the grease
                                                              slowly and carefully, because it can dam-
                                                              age the hoses and the joints.



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                        The  first service should be  done after 10
                        hours or 1 month by a Yamaha Boat Dealer.
                        Fill the bearing housings with water-resistant
                        grease through the grease nipples.
                          Grease capacity:
                            33.0–35.0 cc (1.11–1.18 oz)
                        After  first service:  Every  100 hours or 6
                        months (you may do this yourself).
                          Grease capacity:
                            6.0–8.0 cc (0.20–0.27 oz)
                        Port engine compartment
                          1












                        1  Bearing housing grease nipple

                        Starboard engine compartment



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                                   Maintenance                To remove the engine cover:
                                                              (1) Open the engine hood. (See page 70.)
                             WARNING
                                                              (2) Remove the engine cover screws.
                        Be sure to turn off the engines when you
                        perform maintenance  unless otherwise
                        specified. If you are not familiar with ma-
                        chine servicing, this work should be done
                        by a Yamaha Boat Dealer or other quali-
                        fied mechanic.                                   1

                        Maintenance, replacement, or repair of  the
                        emission control devices and system may be
                        performed by any marine SI engine repair es-
                        tablishment or individual. Warranty repair,
                        however, must be performed at an autho-  1  Engine cover screw
                        rized Yamaha Boat Dealer. A service manual
                        is available for purchase through a Yamaha
                        Boat Dealer for owners  who have the me-
                        chanical skills, tools, and other equipment
                        necessary to perform maintenance not cov-
                        ered by this owner’s/operator’s manual.

                        Owner’s/operator’s manual
                        It is advisable to always carry the own-
                        er’s/operator’s manual with  you whenever
                        you use the boat.
                        To protect these materials from water dam-
                        age, it would be a good idea to put them in a
                        waterproof bag. If  your owner’s/operator’s
                        manual is damaged, order a replacement
                        from a Yamaha Boat Dealer.
                        The service information included in this man-
                        ual is intended to provide you, the owner,
                        with the necessary information for complet-
                        ing  your own preventive  maintenance and
                        minor repairs.

                        Removing and installing the engine
                        covers
                        The engine cover of each engine is remov-
                        able.



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                        Maintenance

                        (3) Lift up the engine cover and remove it.







                                    1






                        1  Engine cover

                        To install the engine cover:
                        (1) Place the engine cover in its original po-
                            sition, and then push it down.

















                        (2) Install the engine cover screws.
                        (3) Close the engine hood.




















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                                                                             Maintenance

                        Periodic maintenance chart
                        The periodic maintenance chart gives general guidelines for periodic maintenance. Have a
                        Yamaha dealer perform the checks in the following chart. However, maintenance may need
                        to be performed more frequently depending on your operating conditions. If you have any
                        questions, consult a Yamaha dealer.
                        This “√” mark indicates items to be checked and serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
                                                                       Initial  Thereafter every
                                                                               50    100    200
                                Item                Operation                 hours   hours   hours
                                                                        10
                                                                       hours  or 12   or 12   or 24
                                                                             months  months  months
                                                                               *1     *1     *1
                         Fuel hoses, clamps,   Check for damage, and check con-
                         canister, and check   nections and tightening of clamps      √
                         valve
                                           Check cap for damage, and check
                         Fuel filler cap                                              √
                                           seal for cracks and deformation
                         Fuel tank         Check installation            √            √
                         Main switch and en-  Check operation            √            √
                         gine shut-off switch
                                           Check state of charge and termi-
                         Batteries         nals, and check for broken battery         √
                                           straps
                         Battery leads     Check terminals                            √
                         Battery switches  Check operation               √            √
                         Multi-function display
                         (after completing the   Check lighting          √            √
                         pre-operation
                         checks)
                         Hatch interlock
                         switches (wet stor-  Check operation            √            √
                         age compartment)
                         Blowers           Check operation               √            √
                         Horn              Check operation               √            √
                         Navigation lights  Check lighting               √            √
                                           Clean filter, check hoses for dam-
                         Electric bilge pump  age, and check tightening of            √
                                           clamps
                         Other electrical com-  Check operation of shower, stereo,   √  √
                         ponents           and other components
                         Steering master   Check operation and tilting mecha-  √      √
                         ASSY              nism, and check for looseness





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                                                                       Initial  Thereafter every
                                                                               50    100    200
                                Item                Operation           10    hours   hours   hours
                                                                       hours  or 12   or 12   or 24
                                                                             months  months  months
                                                                               *1     *1     *1
                                           Check hydraulic fluid level, and
                         Steering system (hy-  check for dirt in fluid
                         draulic system)   Check for hydraulic fluid leakage,   √     √
                         (275SD)           and check parts for wear and dam-
                                           age
                                           Check operation from steering mas-
                         Steering system   ter ASSY to jet thrust nozzles, and   √    √
                         (275SD)           check for free play
                                           Check jet pumps for corrosion
                         Steering system   Check connections of connectors,
                         (electrical system)   and check for looseness   √            √
                         (275SD)
                         Steering cables   Check connections and exterior,            √
                         (275SE)           and lubricate
                         Throttle/shift pad-  Check operation            √            √
                         dles (275SD)
                         Articulating keel   Check operation, and check link rod      √
                         (275SE)           for bends and damage
                                           Check exterior and operation,
                         Remote control le-  check shift operation, and check for   √  √
                         vers
                                           looseness
                                           Check connections and exterior,
                         Shift cables                                                 √
                                           and lubricate (shift gate end)
                         Exhaust hoses, wa-  Check for exhaust leakage, and
                         ter locks, and resona-  check clamps at connections          √
                         tors
                         Drain passages    Remove clogs                               √
                         Drain plug        Check O-ring                  √            √
                         Hull and deck     Check for damage              √            √
                                           Check installation and operation,
                         Windshield and seats                            √            √
                                           and check for damage
                         Hardtop tower     Check installation, and check for   √      √
                         (275SD)           damage
                         Tower and bimini top   Check installation, and check for   √  √
                         (275SE)           damage
                         Hatches, hinges, and   Check installation       √            √
                         packing seals
                         Stern ladder      Check installation            √            √
                         Access port caps  Check exterior and installation            √


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                                                                       Initial  Thereafter every
                                                                               50    100    200
                                Item                Operation                 hours   hours   hours
                                                                        10
                                                                       hours  or 12   or 12   or 24
                                                                             months  months  months
                                                                               *1     *1     *1
                         Spark plugs       Check                         √            √
                         High-pressure fuel   Check connections and exterior,         √
                         hoses             and check for leakage
                         Engine oil        Replace                       √     √      √
                         Engine oil filters  Replace                                  √
                         Air filter elements  Check for damage and dirt               √
                         Intake hoses and   Check for damage, and check con-          √
                         breather hoses    nections
                         Throttle bodies   Lubricate throttle valves                  √
                         Anodes (engines)  Check for corrosion                              √ *2
                         Valve clearance   Check and adjust                                 √ *2
                         Rubber couplings  Check for looseness and noise                     √
                         Engine mounts     Check for damage and peeling                      √
                         Cooling water hoses   Check for damage, and check con-
                         and cooling water pi-  nections                                     √
                         lot outlet hoses
                         Water inlet strainers  Check for damage         √            √
                         Intake grates     Check for damage              √            √
                                           Check for bends, damage, and for-
                         Impellers                                       √            √
                                           eign material
                         Impeller ducts    Check and lubricate                        √
                                           Check for damage and lubricate
                         Drive shaft spline                                                  √
                                           splines
                                           Check bearings and grease condi-
                         Jet pump bearings                                                   √
                                           tion
                         Jet thrust nozzles  Check movement, and lubricate            √
                         Intermediate hous-  Lubricate                                √
                         ings
                         Anodes (jet pump   Check for corrosion                       √
                         units)
                        *1: Whichever comes first.
                        *2: Check every 200 hours.
                        Perform the pre-operation checks and  post-operation checks  before  performing  periodic
                        maintenance.






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                        Specifications

                                                     Specifications

                                         Item                             Specification
                         Dimensions and weight
                         Length                              8210 mm (323 in)
                         Beam                                2760 mm (109 in)
                         Height                              275SD
                                                             3040 mm (120 in)
                                                             275SE
                                                             2920 mm (115 in)
                         Draft                               600 mm (23.6 in)
                         Dry weight                          275SD
                                                             2632 kg (5803 lb)
                                                             275SE
                                                             2406 kg (5304 lb)
                         Performance
                         Maximum fuel consumption (for each engine)  80.7 L/h (21.3 US gal/h, 17.7 Imp.gal/h)
                         Cruising range at full throttle     2.11 hour
                         Trolling speed                      1250 ± 100 r/min
                         Engine
                         Number of engines                   2
                         Engine type                         Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
                         Number of cylinders                 4
                         Engine displacement                 1812 cm³
                         Bore × stroke                       86.0 × 78.0 mm (3.39 × 3.07 in)
                         Compression ratio                   8.5 : 1
                         Valve clearance-intake (cold)       0.14–0.23 mm (0.0055–0.0091 in)
                         Valve clearance-exhaust (cold)      0.36–0.45 mm (0.0142–0.0177 in)
                         Lubrication system                  Wet sump
                         Cooling system                      Water
                         Starting system                     Electric
                         Ignition system                     T.C.I.
                         Spark plug (NGK)                    LFR7A
                         Spark plug gap                      0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
                         Battery capacity                    12 V, 85 Ah
                         Charging system                     Flywheel magneto












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                                                                            Specifications


                                         Item                             Specification
                         Drive unit
                         Propulsion system                   Jet pump
                         Jet pump type                       Axial flow, single stage
                         Impeller rotation                   Counterclockwise
                         Pitch angle                         Port 15.1°
                                                             Starboard 14.6°
                         Transmission                        Direct drive from engine
                         Jet thrust nozzle angle             23+23°
                         Fuel and oil
                         Recommended fuel                    Premium unleaded gasoline
                         Minimum octane rating (PON)         91
                         Minimum octane rating (RON)         95
                         Fuel tank total capacity            340 L (89.8 US gal, 74.8 Imp.gal)
                         Recommended engine oil              YAMALUBE 4W or 4-stroke motor oil




                         Recommended engine oil type SAE     SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40, 20W-50
                         Recommended engine oil grade API    API SG or higher
                         Engine oil total quantity           5.3 L (5.60 US qt, 4.66 Imp.qt)
                         Engine oil quantity without oil filter replacement  3.5 L (3.70 US qt, 3.08 Imp.qt)
                         Engine oil quantity with oil filter replacement  3.7 L (3.91 US qt, 3.26 Imp.qt)
                         Fuse amperage
                         Electronic throttle valve fuse      10 A
                         Fuel pump fuse                      10 A
                         Main relay drive fuse               10 A
                         Main fuse                           20 A
                         BCU (SCU) fuse                      50 A
                         Accessory fuse                      20 A
                         Bilge pump fuse                     4 A
                         Horn fuse                           7.5 A
                         Radio fuse                          20 A
                         Boat amp fuse                       60 A
                         EPS fuse (275SD)                    60 A











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                        Trouble recovery

                                                   Troubleshooting
                        If you have any trouble with your boat, use this section to check for the possible cause. If you
                        cannot find the cause or if the procedure for replacement or repair is not described in this own-
                        er’s/operator’s manual, ask your Yamaha Boat Dealer or a qualified mechanic for the proper
                        service.

                        Troubleshooting chart
                        The Troubleshooting  chart contains:  “TROUBLE,” “POSSIBLE  CAUSE,” “REMEDY,” and
                        “PAGE.”
                        Check the possible cause and remedy, and also the referred page for the maintenance steps
                        to solve the trouble.
                          TROUBLE            POSSIBLE CAUSE                 REMEDY          PAGE
                         Starter mo-  Engine shut-off   Clip on cord is not in   Install clip in engine shut-off   34
                         tor does not   switch     place            switch
                         turn over   Fuse          Burned out       Replace fuse and check wiring  147
                                     Battery       Run down         Recharge                130
                                                   Poor terminal con-  Tighten as required  130
                                                   nections
                                                   Battery switch off  Turn on switch        34
                                     Wet storage com-  Not latched  Latch securely           82
                                     partment
                                     Starter compo-  Faulty         Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                     nent                           Boat Dealer
                                     Remote control   Not in neutral posi-  Move remote control lever to   36
                                     lever         tion             neutral position
                                     Throttle/shift pad-  Squeezed  Release                  40
                                     dle (275SD)
                         Starter mo-  Fuel         Empty            Refill as soon as possible  94
                         tor turns                 Stale or contaminat-  Have serviced by Yamaha
                         over/engine               ed               Boat Dealer              —
                         does not    Fuel tank     Water or dust col-  Have serviced by Yamaha
                         start                                                               —
                                                   lected           Boat Dealer
                                     Spark plug    Fouled or defective  Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                                    Boat Dealer
                                     Crankcase     Filled with fuel  Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                                    Boat Dealer
                                                   Filled with water  Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                                    Boat Dealer
                                     Fuel filter   Clogged or water   Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                   collected        Boat Dealer






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                          TROUBLE            POSSIBLE CAUSE                 REMEDY          PAGE
                         Warning is   Over temperature  Jet intake clogged  Clean           142
                         displayed   warning*      Cooling system   Clean
                                                   clogged                                   68
                                     Oil pressure   Oil pressure dropped  Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                     warning*                       Boat Dealer
                                     Fuel          Empty            Refill as soon as possible  94
                                     Checking engine   Faulty sensors  Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                     warning                        Boat Dealer
                         Engine runs   Fuel        Empty            Refill as soon as possible   94
                         irregularly or            Stale or contaminat-  Have serviced by Yamaha
                         stalls                    ed               Boat Dealer              —
                                                   Incorrect octane   Use correct fuel       94
                                                   number
                                     Fuel filter   Water or dust col-  Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                   lected           Boat Dealer
                                     Fuel tank     Water or dirt present  Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                                    Boat Dealer
                                     Spark plug    Fouled or defective   Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                                    Boat Dealer
                                                   Incorrect heat range   Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                                    Boat Dealer
                                                   Gap incorrect    Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                                    Boat Dealer
                         Boat speed   Cavitation   Jet intake  clogged  Clean               142
                         too slow or   Engine overheat*  Jet intake clogged   Clean         142
                         loses power
                                                   Cooling system   Clean                    68
                                                   clogged
                                     Fuel filter   Clogged          Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                                    Boat Dealer
                                     Spark plug    Fouled or defective   Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                                    Boat Dealer
                                                   Incorrect heat range   Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                                    Boat Dealer
                                                   Gap incorrect    Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                                    Boat Dealer
                                     Fuel          Stale or contaminat-  Have serviced by Yamaha   —
                                                   ed               Boat Dealer
                         *Engine speed will be limited to 3500 rpm.









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                        Trouble recovery

                             Emergency procedures
                        Jet pump clean-out procedure
                             WARNING
                        Severe injury or death may result if you ig-                           2
                        nore any of the following:
                         Turn  off and remove the  main switch                      1
                          key, remove the clip from the engine
                          shut-off switch, and wait for all move-
                          ment to stop  before removing the  ac-                    3
                          cess port caps.
                                                              1  Retaining cord
                         Never override the interlocks to run the  2  Strap eye
                          engines with the wet storage compart-  3  Access port
                          ment open.
                         The impellers have sharp  edges.  Be  (4) While holding the  handle and  pushing
                          careful when reaching into jet pump ar-  down, turn the access port cap counter-
                          eas.                                   clockwise until the “SET” mark is aligned
                                                                 with the slot, and then lift the cap by the
                        If weeds or debris get caught in the intakes or
                                                                 handle.
                        impellers, cavitation can occur, and though
                        the engine speed rises, forward thrust will de-  NOTICE
                        crease. If this condition is allowed to contin-   Do not lift or pull the cap with the retain-
                        ue, jet pump damage can occur and the  ing cord.
                        engines may overheat and seize. If there is   Set the cap where it cannot be acciden-
                        any sign that a  jet intake or impeller is  tally knocked overboard.
                        clogged  with  weeds or debris, follow this
                        clean-out procedure.
                        (1) Turn off and remove the main switch key,    2
                            remove the clip from the engine shut-off
                                                                                          1
                            switch, and  wait for all movement  to
                            stop.
                        (2) Open the wet storage compartment lids.
                            (See page 82.)
                        (3) Check that the retaining cord is securely
                            attached to the  access  port cap  and
                            strap eye.
                                                              1  “SET” mark
                                                              2  Slot A








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                                                                          2
                              1
                                                                      1
                                                                                           3








                        1  Access port cap                    1  “SET” mark
                                                              2  Slot A
                        (5) Remove any weeds or debris from the  3  Slot B
                            drive shaft, impeller, pump housing, and
                            jet thrust nozzle. If you cannot remove  (8) Check that the cap is parallel to the cen-
                            the debris, consult a Yamaha Boat Deal-  terline of the boat. Pull the handle force-
                            er.                                  fully to make sure that the cap is locked
                        (6) To reinstall the access port  cap, first  securely. If a strong pull will move the ac-
                            clean off any sand or other foreign matter  cess port cap, it is not locked securely—
                            from the cap or port surfaces. Apply a  the cap could be forced out by water
                            light coat of Yamalube Waterproof Ma-  pressure during operation.
                            rine Grease (P/N: ACC-GREAS-10-CT), if
                            available, to the seal of the access port          1
                            cap. If grease is not available, apply the
                            grease  during  the  post-operation
                            checks.
                        (7) Insert the cap so that the “SET” mark is
                            aligned with the slot A, and then while
                            pushing the handle turn the cap clock-
                            wise until the “SET” mark is aligned with
                            the slot B.
                                                              1  Parallel to the centerline of the boat

                                                              (9) Close the wet storage compartment lids.
                                                              NOTICE
                                                              Be sure the access port caps are locked
                                                              securely in place. Otherwise, the caps
                                                              could be forced out of the access ports by
                                                              water pressure,  causing loss of  perfor-
                                                              mance and possible damage.



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                        TIP:
                        The lids for the port and starboard wet stor-  1
                        age compartments are each equipped with
                        an interlock to shut off the engines should the
                        lid be accidentally opened during operation.
                        The engines will not start if either the port or
                        starboard wet storage compartment lid is not                         2
                        securely closed.

                        Raising the shift gates
                        275SE: If the shift actuator malfunctions and  1  Shift motor cover
                        the shift gates remain in the lowered position,  2  Nut
                        the boat will not be able to move forward.
                        After raising the shift gates so that the boat  (4) Move the manual release levers of the
                        can move forward, immediately return to  shift motors to the manual operation po-
                        shore and have a Yamaha Boat Dealer ser-  sition.
                        vice the boat.
                        275SD:  This  model cannot raise the shift
                        gate. If the shift gate remains lowered, imme-
                        diately contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer or re-
                        turn to port immediately with only the engine
                        working properly. (See page 149.)
                        275SE
                        To raise the shift gates:
                        (1) Stop the engines and remove the clip  1
                            from the engine shut-off switch.
                        (2) Open the driver’s side console compart-  1  Manual release lever
                            ment. (See page 79.)
                        (3) Remove the nuts, and then remove the  (5) Use a screwdriver or similar tool to re-
                            shift motor cover.                   move the shift rod covers.

                                                                          1












                                                              1  Shift rod cover


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                        (6) Slide the shift rods to port (left) to raise  To raise the shift gates from the water:
                            the shift gates to the forward position.  (1) Follow the above steps 1–4 for “To raise
                                                                 the shift gates”.
                                                              (2) Enter the water and move to the rear of
                                                                 the boat.
                                                              (3) Raise the shift gates to the forward posi-
                                                                 tion.
                                             1                (4) Move the manual release levers of the
                                                                 shift motors to the electronic operation
                                                                 position.

                                                              Power steering system will not
                                                              operate (275SD)
                        1  Shift rod
                                                              If the power steering system malfunctions, a
                                                              warning will appear on the multi-function dis-
                                                              play and the direction of the boat cannot be
                                                              changed even if the steering wheel is turned.
                                                              Manually point the jet thrust nozzles in the
                                                              straight-ahead direction, and then use  the
                                                              difference in the amount of throttle for the
                                                              port and starboard engines to steer the boat
                                                              and return to shore. After returning to shore,
                                                              have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check the boat.
                                                              TIP:
                                                              If  a malfunction  is  detected for the power
                                                              steering system, the maximum engine speed
                        TIP:
                                                              will be limited to approximately 5000 rpm.
                         When the manual release levers are in the
                          manual operation position, the shift gates
                                                              To point the jet thrust nozzles in the straight-
                          cannot be moved to the neutral or reverse
                                                              ahead direction:
                          positions.
                                                              (1) Stop the engines  and remove the clip
                         When the manual release levers are in the
                                                                 from the engine shut-off switch.
                          manual operation  position, the boat  will
                                                              (2) Open the driver’s side console compart-
                          move forward even if the remote control le-
                                                                 ment. (See page 79.)
                          vers are moved to the reverse position.
                                                              (3) Turn the service valves on the steering
                                                                 pump in the direction shown in the illus-
                        (7) Move  the manual release levers of  the
                                                                 tration.
                            shift motors to the electronic operation
                            position.
                        If the shift gates cannot be raised using the
                        preceding procedure, the shift gates can be
                        raised manually from the water.
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                                                              Turning to port





                                                                                      F
                                                                                      N
                                                                                      R
                                 1

                        1  Service valve
                                                              Turning to starboard
                        (4) Move the cable  holder of the steering
                            cylinder manually  and align the end of
                            the rod with the edge of the bracket.

                                               1                                      F
                                                                                      N
                                                                                      R
                                                 2   3


                                                              TIP:
                                                              Because the port and starboard engines op-
                                                              erate at the same engine speed when the sin-
                                                              gle lever mode or DRiVE X mode is activated,
                        1  Steering cylinder
                        2  Edge of the bracket                the difference in the amount of throttle for the
                        3  Cable holder                       engines cannot be used to steer the boat.

                        (5) Tighten the service valve.        Jump-starting
                                                                  WARNING
                        To change the steering direction of the boat:
                        Activate the running mode and use the differ-  Severe injury or death may result if you ig-
                        ence in the amount of throttle for the port and  nore any of the following:
                        starboard engines.                     If the blowers will not operate, ventilate
                                                               the engine compartment by opening the
                                                               engine hood for several minutes before
                                                               attempting a jump-start.
                                                               Do not connect the negative (–) jumper
                                                               cable to the negative (–) terminal of the
                                                               dead  battery. Sparks  could ignite bat-



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                                                                       Trouble recovery

                          tery or fuel vapors, which could cause  in  5   seconds,   release  the
                          an explosion.                          “START/STOP” button and try again
                                                                 after 15 seconds.  Continuous crank-
                        If the  boat battery  runs down,  the engines
                                                                 ing for more than 5 seconds will dis-
                        can be started in an emergency using a 12-
                                                                 charge the battery and  the  engines
                        volt booster battery and jumper cables.
                                                                 will not start. The starter motors may
                        To connect the jumper cables:
                                                                 also be damaged if they are engaged
                        (1) Connect the positive (+) terminal of the
                                                                 continuously for more than 5 seconds.
                            dead battery to the positive (+) terminal
                            of the booster battery with the positive
                                                              Fuse replacement
                            (+) jumper cable.
                        (2) Connect one  end of the negative  (–)  WARNING
                            jumper cable to the negative (–) terminal  Do not use fuses  of a higher amperage
                            of the booster battery.           than recommended. Substitution with  a
                        (3) Connect the other end of the negative (–)  fuse that has an improper rating can cause
                            jumper cable to  an engine hanger.  extensive electrical system  damage and
                            NOTICE: Be sure all connections are  possible fire.
                            secure and correct before attempting
                            to start the engines. Any wrong con-  If a fuse is blown, replace it with a spare fuse
                            nection may damage  the  electrical  of the correct amperage. If the boat is not
                            system.                           equipped with a spare fuse of the correct am-
                                                              perage, have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check
                                                    5         and replace the fuse.
                                                      2
                           4                                  The fuses are in 4 locations on this boat.

                                                              Starboard engine compartment (stern
                                                              side of the compartment)
                                                              (1) While pushing both sides of the fuse box
                                                                 cover inward, pull the cover toward the
                                                                 bow and remove it.
                                             1
                                3
                        1  Positive (+) terminal of the dead battery
                        2  Positive (+) jumper cable
                        3  Engine hanger
                        4  Negative (–) jumper cable                    1
                        5  Booster battery

                        (4) Start the engines, and then disconnect
                            the jumper cables by reversing the above
                            steps.  NOTICE:  Do not push  the
                            “START/STOP” button for more than 5  1  Fuse box cover
                            seconds. If the engine does not start


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                                                              Port engine compartment (stern side of
                                                              the compartment)
                             1 23 4      5      6
                                                              To access the port engine compartment, use
                                                              the same procedure as for the starboard en-
                                                              gine compartment. In addition, the same type
                                                              of fuse box is installed in both engine com-
                                                      7
                                                              partments.
                                                      8
                            9
                                                      7
                        1  Electronic throttle valve fuse (10 A)
                        2  Fuel pump fuse (10 A)                            1
                        3  Main relay drive fuse (10 A)
                        4  Main fuse (20 A)
                        5  Spare fuse (50 A)
                        6  Fuse puller
                        7  Screw
                        8  BCU (SCU) fuse (50 A)
                                                              1  Fuse box cover
                        9  Spare fuse (10 A, 20 A)
                                                              Port engine compartment (bow side of the
                        (2) Replace the blown fuse with the spare
                                                              compartment)
                            fuse of the correct amperage by using
                            the fuse puller.
                        TIP:
                        When replacing the BCU (SCU) fuse, remove
                        the screws, and then remove the fuse. Install
                        the spare fuse, and then tighten the screws.

                        (3) Install the fuse box cover.
                                                               1           2

                                                              1  Boat amp fuse (60 A)
                                                              2  EPS fuse (60 A) (275SD)














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                        Cabin underseat storage compartment   Towing the boat
                        (port)
                                                                  WARNING
                                              3     4   5      The  operator of  the towing boat  must
                                                         6     keep  speed to a minimum  and avoid
                                                               traffic or obstacles  which could be  a
                         1                 7                   hazard to either boat.
                                                               The towing line should be long enough
                                                               so the towed boat will not collide with
                                                               the towing boat when slowing down.
                                                  2
                                                              The boat should be towed only if it becomes
                                                              inoperative.
                        1  Radio fuse (20 A)                  The towing rope should be long enough so
                        2  Accessory fuse box
                                                              that the boat will not collide with the towing
                        3  Accessory fuse (20 A)
                                                              boat when slowing  down. A good rule of
                        4  Horn fuse (7.5 A)
                                                              thumb is a tow rope which is three times the
                        5  Bilge pump fuse (4 A)
                                                              combined length of the towing boat and the
                        6  Power distribution module fuse (20A)
                                                              boat.
                        7  Steering switch fuse (3A) (275SD)
                                                              Tow the boat using the bow eye only. Tow the
                        Running on one engine                 boat at a no-wake speed. NOTICE: Do not
                         NOTICE                               tow the boat at speed fast enough to leave
                                                              a wake (8 km/h, 5 mph). Severe engine
                        Do not operate the boat above a no-wake  damage could result because water can
                        speed with just one engine.           flood the non-operating engines through
                        Severe engine damage could result be-  the water intakes.
                        cause water can flood the non-operating
                        engine through the water intake.
                        If one engine becomes inoperative, the prop-
                        erly running engine can be used to return to
                        shore. Operate at a no-wake speed to pre-
                        vent water from flooding the non-operating
                        engine  through  the water intake. The no-
                        wake mode can be used for  this purpose.
                        (See page 47.)
                                                                           1
                                                              1  Bow eye









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                                                   Limited warranty































































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                        Consumer information

                                       YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE (Y.E.S.)










                          Keep your Yamaha Boat protected even after   sonable expenses you incur because your
                          the 1-year warranty coverage provisions  Yamaha needs covered service: replace-
                          expire with genuine Yamaha Extended Service  ment vehicle rental, emergency towing,
                          (Y.E.S.).                             phone calls, even food and lodging when
                                                                you are away from home. This superb cov-
                          Y.E.S. is designed and administered by  erage goes into effect when you purchase
                          Yamaha Motor Corporation to provide maxi-  Y.E.S., so it applies to any warranty repairs
                          mum owner satisfaction.You get uninterrupted  as well as covered repairs during your entire
                          factory-backed coverage for extra peace of
                                                                Y.E.S. plan period.
                          mind.
                                                              • Y.E.S. coverage is honored at any autho-
                          • Y.E.S. is flexible. You choose the plan that’s   rized Yamaha dealer nationwide.
                           right for you: 12 months, 24 months, 36
                           months, or up to 48 months on certain mod-  • Y.E.S. coverage is transferable to a new
                           els   beyond the 1-year warranty coverage pe-  owner if you sell or trade-in. That can make
                           riod. That means you can get up to 5 years   your Yamaha Boat much more valuable!
                           of coverage on the power train, controls, and
                           other components to match the comforting   This excellent Y.E.S. plan coverage is only
                           5-year standard protection on the hull.  available to Yamaha owners like you, and only
                                                              while your Yamaha is still within the first year
                          • Y.E.S. is designed and administered by the   of the  Yamaha Limited  Warranty period. So
                           same Yamaha people who handle your war-  visit your authorized Yamaha dealer to get all
                           ranty–and it shows in the comprehensive  the facts. He can show you how easy it is to
                           coverage benefits. There are no limitations   protect your investment with Yamaha Extended
                           on hours of use. Coverage isn’t limited to   Service. We urge you to act now. You’ll get
                           “moving parts” or the “drive train” like many  the excellent benefits of TRIP coverage right
                           other plans. And Y.E.S. covers manufactur-  away, and you’ll rest easy knowing you’ll have
                           ing defects just like the warranty. See the   strong factory-backed protection even after
                           sample contract at your Yamaha dealer to   your Yamaha Limited  Warranty expires. See
                           see how comforting uninterrupted factory-  your dealer today!
                           backed protection can be.
                                                              A special note:
                          • You don’t have to pay anything for cov-
                           ered repairs. There’s no deductible to pay,  If visiting your dealer isn’t convenient, contact
                           and repairs aren’t “prorated.” You don’t have  Yamaha with your Primary ID number or Hull
                           any “out-of-pocket” expenses for covered  Identification Number. We’ll be happy to help
                           repairs.                           you get the Y.E.S. coverage you need.
                          • In addition,  Travel and Recreation      Yamaha Service Marketing
                           Interruption Protection (TRIP) is included  P.O. Box 6555
                           at no extra cost. TRIP gives you up to $250   Cypress, CA 90630
                           reimbursement per occurrence for any rea-  1-(866)-YES-EXTD
                                                                     (1-866-937-3983)





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                                                               Consumer information

                                                   Sample float plan
                        Leave a float plan with a responsible person on shore before boating. The example below can
                        be copied and used.


                                                     FLOAT PLAN
                                                   VESSEL INFORMATION
                           BOAT MAKE:      Yamaha              MOTOR TYPE:  Jet
                           MODEL:
                           LENGTH:                             REGISTRATION NO:
                           DECK COLOR:                         HULL COLOR:
                                                       PASSENGER
                           OPERATOR                            EMERGENCY PHONE:
                           ADDRESS:
                           PASSENGER #1:                       EMERGENCY PHONE:
                           ADDRESS:
                           PASSENGER #2:                       EMERGENCY PHONE:
                           ADDRESS:
                           PASSENGER #3:                       EMERGENCY PHONE:
                           ADDRESS:
                           PASSENGER #4:                       EMERGENCY PHONE:
                           ADDRESS:
                                                  DEPARTURE INFORMATION
                           POINT OF DEPARTURE:                 DATE/TIME:
                           TOW VEHICLE            LICENSE:     TRAILER LICENSE:
                           MAKE / MODEL
                                                 DESTINATION INFORMATION
                           DESTINATION:       LORAN OR GPS COORDINATES:   INTENDED ACTIVITY:




                           EXPECTED RETURN    DATE:                       TIME:
                           LOCAL U.S. COAST GUARD PHONE #:
                           NOTES:               HULL COLOR:

                           OPERATOR                            EMERGENCY PHONE:
                           ADDRESS:
                           PASSENGER #1:                       EMERGENCY PHONE:
                           ADDRESS:




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                        Index

                        A                                     D
                        Access port cap check .......................... 104  Depth warning.......................................... 69
                        Accessory outlet ...................................... 89  Docking.................................................. 117
                        Additional equipment                  Drain plug check ....................................105
                          recommendations................................. 13  Drive control screen ................................. 58
                        Anchor light (275SD) ................................ 84  DRiVE X mode (275SD)............................ 52
                        Anchor light (275SE) ................................ 84  Driver’s seat ............................................. 73
                        Anchor storage compartment.................. 78  Driver’s side console compartment ......... 79
                        Anchoring............................................... 119  Driving your boat....................................110
                        Approval labels of emission control
                          certificate................................................ 2  E
                                                              Emergency procedures.......................... 142
                        B                                     Emission control information ..................... 2
                        Backing your trailer................................ 123  Enclosed head compartment................... 79
                        Basic stain guide.................................... 129  Engine break-in ........................................ 99
                        Batteries and battery switches ................ 34  Engine compartments.............................. 70
                        Battery care............................................ 130  Engine covers, removing and
                        Battery check......................................... 105  installing.............................................. 133
                        Beaching................................................ 118  Engine oil.................................................. 95
                        Bilge pump............................................... 98  Engine oil, checking ................................. 96
                        “BILGE” switch ........................................ 44  Engine oil level check............................. 105
                        Bilge water check................................... 105  Engine serial numbers................................ 1
                        Bilge water, draining on land ................... 97  Engine shut-off cords (lanyards)
                        Bilge water, draining on water ................. 97  check .................................................. 108
                        Bimini top, installing (275SE) ................... 93  Engine shut-off switch ............................. 34
                        Bimini top, removing (275SE)................... 92  Engine shut-off switch check................. 108
                        Blower checks........................................ 106  Enjoy your boat responsibly.....................21
                        “BLOWER” switch.................................... 44
                        Boarding from a dock or landing jetty ... 117  F
                        Boarding from the water ........................ 116  Fire extinguisher check .......................... 102
                        Boat characteristics ................................. 14  Fire extinguisher, operating.................... 103
                        Boat control functions.............................. 34  Fire extinguisher, storing........................ 102
                        Boating with passengers ....................... 115  Float mode ............................................... 52
                        Bow underseat storage compartments ... 78  Flushing the cooling system .................. 126
                                                              Front walk-through................................... 71
                        C                                     Fuel .......................................................... 94
                        Cabin underseat storage compartment... 81  Fuel level check...................................... 109
                        Check engine warning ............................. 68  Fuel system checks ............................... 104
                        Cleaning the boat................................... 127  Fuel system, long term storage.............. 131
                        Communication error warning ................. 69  Fuse replacement .................................. 147
                        Controller ................................................. 46
                        Cooling water pilot outlet check ............ 109  G
                        Crossing wakes and swells.................... 119  Galley .......................................................88
                        Cruise assist............................................. 46  Galley storage compartment and
                        “CRUISE/NO WAKE” button.................... 46  drawer................................................... 81
                        Cruising limitations................................... 11  Getting to know your boat ..................... 110


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                        Glossary, boat.......................................... 22  Media screen............................................59
                        Glove compartment ................................. 81  Multi-function display elements............... 49
                        Grease points......................................... 131  Multi-function display unit operation ....... 45
                        H                                     N
                        Hardtop tower (275SD) ............................ 91  “NAV LIGHTS” switch .............................. 44
                        Hazard information................................... 14  Navigation and anchor lights checks..... 107
                        Helm control............................................. 44  Night operation ........................................ 15
                        High voltage warning ............................... 69  No-wake mode......................................... 47
                        Hitch....................................................... 122
                        Home screen............................................ 53  O
                        Horn check............................................. 108  Operation mode ....................................... 52
                        “HORN” switch ........................................ 44  Operational requirements ........................ 12
                        Hull Identification Number (HIN) ................ 1  Over temperature warning ....................... 68
                                                              Owner’s/operator’s manual.................... 133
                        I
                        Identification number records.................... 1  P
                                                              Passenger’s seat......................................74
                        J                                     Periodic maintenance chart ...................135
                        Jet intake checks ................................... 104  Post-launch checks ............................... 108
                        Jet pump, cleaning ................................ 142  Post-operation care ............................... 126
                        Joystick, using ......................................... 45  Post-operation checks........................... 120
                        Jump-starting......................................... 146  Power steering system will not operate
                                                               (275SD) ...............................................145
                        L                                     Pre-launch checks ................................. 101
                        Labels, other .............................................. 8  Pre-operation check points.................... 101
                        Labels, warning.......................................... 4  Pre-operation checklist.......................... 100
                        Launching .............................................. 124  Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number....... 1
                        Learning to operate your boat ............... 110
                        Leaving a dock....................................... 113  R
                        Lifting ..................................................... 125  Raising the shift gates............................ 144
                        Limitations on who may operate the    Rear walk-through.................................... 71
                          boat ...................................................... 10  Remote control keypad............................ 87
                        Limited warranty .................................... 150  Remote control lever checks ................. 101
                        Loading .................................................. 124  Remote control levers .............................. 36
                        Long-term storage ................................. 131  Required equipment................................. 13
                        Low fuel level warning.............................. 69  Reverse RPM control ............................... 48
                        Low oil pressure warning......................... 68  Rules of the road......................................16
                        Low voltage warning................................ 69  Running mode.......................................... 52
                        Lubrication ............................................. 131  Running on one engine .......................... 149
                        M                                     S
                        Main components, location ..................... 23  Sample float plan ................................... 153
                        Main switch.............................................. 36  Screen tab bar ......................................... 50
                        Maintenance .......................................... 133  Seating locations......................................20
                        Manufactured date labels .......................... 3  Seats ........................................................ 72
                        Map screen .............................................. 53  Setting screen .......................................... 63

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                        Side table ................................................. 88
                        Single lever mode .................................... 52
                        Ski locker ................................................. 78
                        Specifications......................................... 138
                        Starting the engines............................... 110
                        “START/STOP” buttons........................... 36
                        Status indicator bar.................................. 51
                        Steering.................................................... 38
                        Steering system checks......................... 101
                        Stern ladder ............................................. 85
                        Stopping the boat .................................. 115
                        Stopping the engines............................. 113
                        Storage compartments ............................ 77
                        Swim platform.......................................... 85
                        Swim platform shower ............................. 86
                        Switch panel ............................................ 44
                        System control screen ............................. 62

                        T
                        Throttle/shift paddles checks (275SD)... 102
                        Tilt lever.................................................... 39
                        To get more boating safety information... 21
                        Tower and bimini top (275SE).................. 91
                        Tower, collapsing and setting up
                          (275SE) ................................................. 91
                        Towing the boat ..................................... 149
                        Trailering checklist ................................. 122
                        Trailering the boat .................................. 122
                        Trip screen ............................................... 57
                        Troubleshooting..................................... 140
                        Troubleshooting chart............................ 140
                        Turning the boat..................................... 114
                        U
                        Underwater seat....................................... 75
                        USB chargers........................................... 90
                        W
                        Walk-through ........................................... 71
                        Warnings .................................................. 67
                        Wet storage compartment ....................... 82
                        Windshield ............................................... 83
                        Wireless charger ...................................... 90
                        Y
                        YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
                          (Y.E.S.)................................................ 152

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