LIT-18626-03-86

OWNERS/OPERATORSMANUAL

U.S.A.EditionYAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U.S.A.

GP800YWaveRunner GP

READ THIS MANUALCAREFULLY BEFOREOPERATION!

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TO THE OWNER

Thank you for choosing a Yamaha WaterVehicle. This Owners Manual containsinformation you will need for proper oper-ation, maintenance, and care. A thoroughunderstanding of these simple instructionswill help you to obtain maximum enjoy-ment from your new Yamaha. If you haveany questions about the operation ormaintenance of your water vehicle, pleaseconsult a Yamaha dealer.

YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.

Because Yamaha has a policy of continu-ing product improvement, this productmay not be exactly as described in thisOwners Manual. Specifications are sub-ject to change without notice.This manual should be considered a per-manent part of this water vehicle andshould remain with it even if the vehicle issubsequently sold.

IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION:In this manual, information of particularimportance is distinguished in the follow-ing ways:

QThe Safety Alert Symbol meansATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

wFailure to follow WARNING instructionscould result in severe injury or death tothe machine operator, a bystander, or aperson inspecting or repairing the watervehicle.

cCA CAUTION indicates special precautionsthat must be taken to avoid damage tothe water vehicle.

NOTE:A NOTE provides key information to makeprocedures easier or clearer.

WaveRunner GP800OWNERS/OPERATORS MANUAL1999 by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

1st Edition, June 1999All rights reserved. Any reprinting

or unauthorized use withoutthe written permission of

Yamaha Motor Corporation,U.S.A. is expressly prohibited.

Printed in U.S.A.P/N LIT-18626-03-86

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CONTENTS

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GENERAL AND SAFETY INFORMATION

FEATURE AND FUNCTIONS

OPERATION AND RIDING

MAINTENANCE AND CARE

TROUBLESHOOTING AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURE

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BEFORE OPERATING YOUR WATER VEHICLE.

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Chapter 1GENERAL AND

SAFETYINFORMATION

IDENTIFICATION NUMBER RECORDS..................................................1-1

PRI-I.D. number ..................................1-1Hull identification number (H.I.N) ....1-1Engine number...................................1-1

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION...1-2

IMPORTANT LABELS ..............................1-3Location...............................................1-3Labels ..................................................1-4

SAFETY INFORMATION .........................1-7Limitations on who may operate the vehicle ............................1-7Cruising limitations............................1-8Operational requirements.................1-9Hazard information..........................1-11Water vehicle characteristics ..........1-12

RULES OF THE ROAD ...........................1-13Steering and sailing rules and sound signals ...................................1-13Rules when encountering vessels..1-14Other special situations...................1-15

TO GET MORE BOATING SAFETY INFORMATION .......................................1-17

ENJOY YOUR WATER VEHICLE RESPONSIBLY........................................1-17

FUEL REQUIREMENTS..........................1-18Gasoline (petrol)...............................1-18Engine oil ..........................................1-18

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ENGINE NUMBER

The engine serial number is stamped on alabel 3 attached to the crankcase.

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IDENTIFICATION NUMBERRECORDS

Record your Primary identification (PRI-ID) number, Hull identification number(HIN) and Engine serial number in thespaces provided, to assist you in orderingspare parts from your Yamaha watervehicle dealer. Also record and keep theseID numbers in a separate place in caseyour water vehicle is stolen.EJU00281a

PRI-I.D. NUMBER

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HULL IDENTIFICATIONNUMBER(H.I.N)

The H.I.N. is stamped on a plate 2attached to the stern.

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EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION

This engine conforms to 2000 U.S. Envi-ronmental Protection Agency (EPA) regu-lation for marine SI engines.

8 Approval label of Emission control certificate

This label is attached to the electrical box.

1 Emission control information label

8 Manufactured date labelThis label is attached to the muffler box.

2 Manufactured date label

EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATIONENGINE FAMILY : THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO 2000 U.S. EPA REGULATIONS FOR MARINE SI ENGINES.

FELs :TROLLING SPEED : rpmSPARK PLUG GAP (mm) :g/kw-hr

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FIRE EXTINGUISHERCOMPARTMENT

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INFORMATION

When you operate your Yamaha WaterVehicle, you must know and practice thefollowing for your safety:8 Before operating the water vehicle, read

this entire manual, the Riding PracticeTips, the Riding Instruction card and allwarning labels on the water vehicle.Reading these materials should giveyou an understanding of the vehicleand its operation.Never allow anyone to operate thiswater vehicle until they too have readthis Owners Manual, the Riding Prac-tice Tips, the Riding Instruction cardand all warning labels.8 This product emits exhaust gases which

contain carbon monoxide, a colorless,odorless gas which may cause braindamage or death when inhaled. Symp-toms include nausea, dizziness, anddrowsiness. Operate the vehicle in anopen area.

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LIMITATIONS ON WHO MAYOPERATE THE VEHICLEEJX10010

8 This vehicle is recommended only foroperators 16 and older with a validmotor vehicle license.Even though a motor vehicle operatorslicense is not required for water vehicleoperation in most states, it is one indi-cator that the operator has previouslydemonstrated a reasonable degree ofmaturity, responsibility, and good judg-ment.

A responsible adult must superviseoperation of this vehicle by minors.Many states have minimum age andeducation requirements. Always checkstates and all applicable local boatinglaws that apply to you before you oper-ate the water vehicle.

8 Your water vehicle is designed to carrythe operator and only one passenger,as long as the total weight does notexceed the maximum load capacity.

ATTENTION:Maximum vehicle load capacity: 160 kg(353 lb)Includes weight of operator, passenger,and any cargo.

8 Do not try to ride with a passenger untilyou have considerable practice ridingalone. Operating with a passengerrequires more skill. Take the time tobecome accustomed to the handlingcharacteristics of the vehicle with a pas-senger before trying any difficultmaneuvers.

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CRUISING LIMITATIONSEJX24011

8 Do not jump boat wakes or followanother boat or watercraft too closely.You increase your risk of colliding withanother boat, which could result insevere injury or death. Do not jumpwaves, wakes, or any objects. You risksevere impact injuries. Jumping canalso cause damage to the water vehicle.

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8 Do not operate the vehicle in roughwater, bad weather or when visibility ispoor; this may lead to an accident caus-ing injury or death. Be alert to the possi-bility of adverse weather. Take note ofweather forecasts and the prevailingweather conditions before setting outon your water vehicle.

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8 As with any water sport, you should notride your water vehicle without some-one else near by. If you ride further thanswimming distance from shore, youshould be accompanied by anotherboat or watercraft. Its good, commonsense!

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8 Never ride in water that is less than 60cm ( 2 feet ) deep. You increase yourchance of hitting an underwater obsta-cle. You could be injured.

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8 Do not operate water vehicle after sun-set or before dawn. It is not equippedwith lighting required for night opera-tion. You risk collision with anotherboat which could cause injury or death.

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8 The maximum performance potential ofthis watercraft is not suitable for all con-ditions. Consider water conditions,weather, boat traffic and other potentialobstacles, speed limits and other locallaws, and your abilities before attempt-ing to travel at higher speeds. Operatethe watercraft no faster than justified bythese conditions.

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