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2017 Yamaha Boat AR195 SX195 AR190 SX190 OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL U.S.A. Edition LIT-18626-11-38 Read this manual carefully before operating this boat. F4B-F8199-10...
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Read this manual carefully before operating this boat. This manual should stay with the boat if it is sold.
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Important manual information To the owner Thank you for choosing a Yamaha boat. This Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing owner’s/operator’s manual contains informa- product improvement, this product may not be tion you will need for proper operation, main- exactly as described in this owner’s/opera-...
Table of contents General and important labels... 1 Main switch ......... 34 Remote control lever....34 Identification number records ... 1 Steering ........36 Primary Identification (PRI-ID) Tilt lever ........37 number ........1 Hull Identification Number (HIN) ... 1 Instrument operation ......
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Steering system checks ....84 Remote control lever checks ..84 Mirror (AR195/AR190) ....63 Fire extinguisher check ....85 Anchor light (AR195/AR190) ..63 Access port cap check ....86 Anchor light (SX195/SX190) ..64 Jet intake checks ......87 Swim platform and ladder ....
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Table of contents Trailering ........104 Consumer information....129 Trailering the boat ......104 Limited warranty......129 Hitch .......... 104 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Trailering checklist ....104 (Y.E.S.) ........132 Backing your trailer ....105 Sample float plan ......133 Launching........106 Loading ........
ASSEMBLÉ AUX ÉTATS-UNIS DE PIÈCES AMÉRICAINES ET to assist you in ordering spare parts from your JAPONAISES. 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...
Engine serial number These engines are certified to operate on reg- ular unleaded gasoline (AR190/SX190)/pre- AR190/SX190 mium unleaded gasoline (AR195/SX195). Approval label of emission control certificate These labels are attached to the engine unit and to the inside of the engine compartment.
SPARKPLUG: SPARK PLUG GAP (mm): FUEL: UNLEADED REGULAR GASOLINE VALVELASH (mm)/IN: YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD. Manufactured date label This label is attached to the engine unit. (See page 57 for engine hood opening and closing procedures and page 115 for engine cover re- moval and installation procedures.)
General and important labels Star labels (4-star models) This boat is labeled with a California Air Re- sources Board (CARB) star label. See below for a description of your particular label. Two Stars - Very Low Emission The two-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Personal Water- craft and Outboard marine engine 2004 ex- Star label location...
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General and important labels Four Stars - Super Ultra Low Emission The four-star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board’s Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2009 exhaust emission standards. Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engines may also comply with these standards.
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. 3-star models 4-star models...
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General and important labels 3-star models 4-star models...
STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION MEETS U.S. EPA EVAP STANDARDS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS MEETS U.S. EPA EVAP STANDARDS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS MANUFACTURER: YAMAHA JET BOAT MANUFACTURING U.S.A., INC. MANUFACTURER: YAMAHA JET BOAT MANUFACTURING U.S.A., INC. MODEL: VONORE, TN...
Remove any als. unnecessary cargo and store it on shore. Maximum load: Total weight of cargo, operator, and passengers: 554 kg (1220 lb) (AR195/SX195) 563 kg (1240 lb) (AR190/SX190) Total weight of operator and passen- gers: 526 kg (1160 lb)
Safety information Cruising limitations This is a high-performance boat—not a toy. ● Sharp turns or jumping wakes or waves can Scan constantly for people, objects, and ● increase the risk of back/spinal injury (pa- other watercraft. Be alert for conditions that ralysis), facial injuries, and broken legs, an- limit your visibility or block your vision of kles, and other bones.
Safety information Operational requirements Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to ● the PFD and keep it free from the steering The operator and all passengers must wear ● wheel or other controls so that the engine a U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) approved per- stops if the operator accidentally leaves the sonal flotation device (PFD).
A mirror can also be used as an emergency Spare parts, such as fuses. ● signal. Contact your Yamaha Boat Dealer Navigation charts for the waters where you ● or the Coast Guard for more information.
Practice turning in an open area without obstructions until you have a good feel for the maneuver. This Yamaha boat is water-jet propelled. ● The pump is directly connected to the en- gine. This means that the jet thrust will pro- duce some movement whenever the engine is running.
Safety information Keep away from the intake grate while the Night operation ● engine is on. Items such as long hair, loose When using your boat before dawn or after clothing, or PFD straps can become entan- dusk, you must have both bow and anchor gled in moving parts, resulting in severe in- lights operating.
Let the person being pulled direct the oper- (AR195/AR190) or the ski tow hook provided. ator’s control of speed and direction with It is the boat operator’s responsibility to be hand signals. Be sure the seat is locked in...
Rules of the road Give-way vessel The vessel which does not have the right-of- Your Yamaha boat is legally considered a way has the duty to take positive and timely powerboat. Operation of the boat must be action to stay out of the way of the stand-on in accordance with the rules and regula- vessel.
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Safety information In the following illustration, your boat is in the Crossing When two power-driven vessels are crossing center. You should give the right-of-way to each other’s path close enough to run the risk any vessels shown in the white area (you are of collision, the vessel which has the other on the give-way vessel).
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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.
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Safety information This system uses buoys and signs with distinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory or ad- visory 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.
The Online Boating Safety Course, available obey all laws. through the watercraft section of the yamaha- Remember that pollution can be harmful to motor.com website, is a free, 50-question the environment. Do not refuel or add oil learning course available to the public.
Description Boat glossary TERM DEFINITION 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.
Control function operation Boat control functions Engine shut-off switch WARNING Always attach the engine shut-off cord ● (lanyard) to your PFD before starting the engine. Failure to attach the cord could result in a runaway boat if the operator is ejected.
Control function operation TIP: The main switch will not operate (the starter motor will not turn over) if the battery switch in the rear underseat storage compartment (port) is turned to the OFF (red) position. (See page 33 for more information.) Remote control lever WARNING Before shifting, make sure there are no...
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Control function operation Neutral position Shift gate TDE position Jet thrust nozzle Forward position Reverse position Forward Shift When the remote control lever is initially Fully closed moved to the forward position and the boat is Throttle operating at a slow speed, the shift gate is lift- Fully open ed up slightly from the neutral position and jet thrust is directed downward at an angle.
Control function operation Shift gate Steering wheel Jet thrust nozzle Reverse The shift gate is dropped all the way down over the jet thrust nozzle. Jet thrust is redirect- ed toward the bow of the boat, which moves the boat backward. Jet thrust nozzle Articulating keel Since the strength of the jet thrust determines...
Control function operation Tilt lever WARNING Never touch the tilt lever during opera- ● tion, otherwise, the steering wheel could 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- tion, which may lead to an accident.
Instrument operation Speedometer Multi-function tachometer The speedometer shows the boat speed The multi-function tachometer is equipped against water. with an analog tachometer and an LCD. The speedometer starts operating when the The tachometer starts operating when the en- engine is started. The speedometer needle gine is started.
The preceding illustration shows the display units when “ENG- LISH” is selected as the display units of the LCD. AR190/SX190: “Water depth” and “Water temperature” will not be displayed unless the optional sensor is installed. For information about the optional sensor, contact a Yamaha Boat dealer.
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Instrument operation Fuel level Fuel consumption per hour This display shows the amount of fuel remain- This display shows the current fuel consump- ing in the fuel tank. tion in gallons per hour or liters per hour. Fuel level Fuel consumption per hour Water depth Fuel consumption per gallon or liter This display shows the water depth in feet or...
Instrument operation Engine speed System menu (LCD) This display shows the engine speed. The system menu contains the following items for making settings and confirming in- formation. 1300 1-Set Units 2-Contrast 3-Backlighting Engine speed 4-Read Param 5-Calibrations Engine hours 6-Instr. Diag This display shows the total number of hours 7-Eng.
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Instrument operation 1-Set Units 2-Contrast The display units of the LCD can be set to The contrast of the LCD can be adjusted. “ENGLISH” or “METRIC”. To adjust the contrast: When “ENGLISH” is selected as the display (1) Push the M button to decrease the con- units of the LCD, values are shown in trast or push the T button to increase the feet/miles/gallons/degrees Fahrenheit.
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Instrument operation 3-Backlighting TIP: The brightness level of the LCD can be ad- *: If an auxiliary battery is not installed on the justed. boat, the battery voltage of the main battery To adjust the brightness: will be displayed. (1) Push the M button to decrease the bright- ness or push the T button to increase the To display an item: brightness.
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Instrument operation (2) Push the M button to decrease the water 7-Eng. Diag The Yamaha trouble code can be displayed in depth for the alarm or push the T button the LCD if there is an engine malfunction. To to increase the water depth. The water...
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Instrument operation Normal or Large FONT 1300 RPM Normal Press t for Large 0 mph Press m to Exit “Normal” font display M button T button (2) Push the M button or wait approximately 9-Exit 8 seconds to save the setting and return If the M button and T button are pushed simul- to the system menu.
If you do not see any water at the outlet, cooling water may not be circulating in the engine. AR195/SX195 Warning definition table The warnings that are displayed on the LCD are listed in the following table.
“ Check Engine” will appear on the LCD and the buzzer will sound intermit- tently. If this occurs, reduce the engine speed, return to shore, and have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check the engine. Low/high battery voltage warning Intake grate If either “Batt Voltage”...
Instrument operation Switches Courtesy light switch Push this switch to turn on the courtesy light Left side inside the boat. BILGE BLOWER Bilge pump switch Blower switch Courtesy light Right side Navigation and anchor lights switch This toggle switch controls the bow light and anchor light.
Instrument operation AR195/AR190 No-wake mode/cruise assist switch This switch activates and sets the no-wake mode, cruise assist, and reverse RPM con- trol. CTSY NAV/ANC HORN LIGHTS Anchor light SX195/SX190 No-wake mode/cruise assist switch To operate the no-wake mode and cruise as- sist, see the following sections.
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Instrument operation (2) Push the plus side of the no-wake mo- Push the minus side of the no-wake ● de/cruise assist switch. Once “No Wake mode/cruise assist switch until the LCD re- Mode” flashes in the LCD and the buzzer turns to the normal display.
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Instrument operation Once “Cruise” is displayed in the LCD, To deactivate the cruise assist: the cruise assist is activated. Operate the remote control lever to decrease the engine speed to 3000 rpm or less. The LCD will return to the normal display and the cruise assist will be deactivated.
The electrical circuit for each switch is protect- ed by a circuit breaker. If the button under a switch pops out, push it back in with your fin- ger. If it pops out again, ask a Yamaha Boat Cruise Dealer to inspect the electrical system.
Instrument operation Accessory outlet Stereo system There is a 12 V DC outlet with a circuit breaker A stereo receiver is standard. The stereo sys- located in the glove compartment. tem consists of the receiver, USB terminal, auxiliary input jack, Bluetooth, and speakers. NOTICE Refer to the stereo system Operation Manual Do not use an automotive cigarette lighter...
This boat is equipped with the following seats. Bow filler cushion AR195/AR190 Front center seat Front port seat Front starboard seat Handgrip Driver’s seat...
Equipment operation SX195/SX190 (2) Rotate the lever to port (left). Driver’s seat (3) Move the seat to the desired position, Passenger’s seat and then release the lever. Rear starboard seat (4) Push the lever to its original position. Rear center seat To swivel the seat: Rear port seat (1) Extend the slide/swivel lock lever.
Equipment operation (3) Swivel the seat to the desired position. If Passenger’s seat (SX195/SX190) it is too easy or too difficult to rotate the The passenger’s seat can be adjusted in the seat, adjust the swivel friction by turning same ways as the driver’s seat. the swivel friction knob in or out.
Equipment operation Engine hood Storage compartments The engine hood can be opened to access This boat is equipped with the following con- the engine. venient on-board storage compartments. The engine hood latch is located under the Make sure that the storage compartments are front of the rear center seat.
Equipment operation Front starboard seat Ski locker Front underseat storage compartment To close the ski locker: To close a front underseat storage compart- (1) Close the ski locker lid. ment, place the front seat in its original posi- (2) Turn the lock handle and make sure that tion.
Equipment operation Rear underseat storage compartment Rear underseat storage compartment (starboard) (port) The rear underseat storage compartment The rear underseat storage compartment (starboard) is located under the rear star- (port) is located under the rear port seat. board seat. WARNING To open the rear underseat storage compart- Do not carry any flammable substances in ment (starboard), pull the rear starboard seat...
Equipment operation Glove compartment To close the glove compartment: The glove compartment is located on the port (1) Lift the glove compartment lid slightly to console. release the support spring lock, and then To open the glove compartment: lower the lid. (1) Turn the glove compartment knob 90 °...
Equipment operation Port console storage compartment Wet storage compartment The port console storage compartment is a The wet storage compartment is located un- large storage compartment that is located in der the swim platform. the port console. To open the wet storage compartment: To open the port console storage compart- (1) Pull the lock handles up.
Equipment operation Walk-through Windshield The windshield can be opened and closed. Front walk-through This boat has a large bow area where two WARNING adults can sit comfortably with their legs out- To avoid injury, the windshield must be se- stretched. The front walk-through provides cured when the boat is in motion.
Equipment operation To open the windshield: Anchor light (AR195/AR190) (1) Turn the windshield latches to the unlock NOTICE position, and then open the windshield. Do not attach a ski rope or other tow-rope (2) Unsnap the retaining strap from the strap to the anchor light.
Equipment operation Anchor light (SX195/SX190) (3) Open the cap of the anchor light socket, fit the protrusion on the anchor light into The boat is equipped with a removable an- the slot in the socket, and then install the chor light. light into the socket.
Equipment operation Swim platform and ladder To use the ladder: (1) Unhook the ladder strap. WARNING Stay away from the swim platform area while the engine is running. Exhaust gas- es coming from underneath it contain car- bon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas which may cause brain damage or death when inhaled.
Equipment operation Wakeboard tower NOTICE (AR195/AR190) Do not modify the wakeboard tower to tow The wakeboard tower is provided as an ele- from any other point or to carry accesso- vated tow point suitable for wakeboards and ries not designed for it. The wakeboard similar towable recreational equipment.
Equipment operation To collapse the wakeboard tower: Bimini top (AR195/AR190) (1) While an assistant supports the wake- Setting up the bimini top board tower, completely loosen the lock To set up the bimini top: knobs on both sides of the wakeboard (1) Remove the storage cover, and then un- cover.
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Equipment operation (3) Insert the front support poles into the (5) Push the snap button and extend each mounting holes in the wakeboard tower. rear support pole to the long position. Mounting hole Rear support pole Front support pole Snap button Short position (4) Pull the rear of the bimini top toward the Middle position...
Equipment operation (7) While pulling the main pole down, push Storing the bimini top the snap button and shorten each rear To store the bimini top: support pole to either the middle position (1) While pulling the main pole down slightly, for cruising or to the short position if you push the snap button, and then extend are using the wakeboard tower.
The bimini top must be secured to the boat when it is being trailered. When the boat is trailered with a genuine Yamaha boat cover, simply store the bimini top in the fully col- lapsed position and install the storage cover.
Equipment operation Removing the bimini top Bimini top (SX195/SX190) To remove the bimini top: Setting up the bimini top (1) Store the bimini top. See “Storing the bi- To set up the bimini top: mini top”. (1) Raise the bimini top, and then unhook the (2) While supporting the bimini top, remove rear support poles from the main pole.
Equipment operation (3) Remove the storage cover, unfold the bi- (5) Tighten the front straps so that the top is mini top, and pull it toward the bow. snug and wrinkle free. Storage cover NOTICE (4) Hook the latch on each front strap onto Do not exceed 72 km/h (45 mph) with the the strap eye.
Equipment operation To store the bimini top in the upright position: Storing the bimini top in the fully collapsed position (1) Loosen each front strap, and then un- hook the latch from the strap eye. To store the bimini top in the fully collapsed position: (1) Follow the above steps for “Storing the bi- mini top in the upright position”.
The bimini top must be secured to the boat when it is being trailered. When the boat is trailered with a genuine Yamaha boat cover, simply store the bimini top in the fully col- lapsed position and install the storage cover.
Operation and handling requirements Fuel requirement AR195/SX195 Your Yamaha engine has been designed to Fuel use premium unleaded gasoline with a pump WARNING octane number [(R+M)/2] of 91 or higher, or a Gasoline and gasoline vapors are ex- ● research octane number of 95 or higher. If tremely flammable.
TIP: Engine Med RX, available from your Yamaha When the engine is operated at high speeds, Boat Dealer, is formulated to remove existing some engine oil may be consumed. Be sure deposits and, when used continuously, pre- to check the engine oil level.
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(2) Open the engine hood. (See page 57.) is between the minimum level mark and (3) Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. maximum level mark. AR195/SX195 3-star models Dipstick Maximum level mark AR190/SX190 (3-star models)
This model is equipped with a fuel tank com- the maximum level mark, consult a partment drain plug, engine compartment Yamaha Boat Dealer. If the engine oil lev- drain plug, and hull drain plugs. el is below the minimum level mark, add To drain the bilge water from the various com- engine oil.
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Operation and handling requirements (1) Remove the floor mat. (8) Turn the lock handles, and make sure that the fuel tank compartment cover is securely closed. (9) Push the lock handles down. (10) Install the floor mat in its original position. Draining the bilge water from the engine compartment If there is fuel or a fuel/water mixture in the en-...
Operation and handling requirements Draining the bilge water from the hull Draining the bilge water on water Remove the hull drain plugs at the stern to This model is equipped with a self-draining drain the water. Check the condition of the deck and bilge pump to drain the bilge water O-rings on the hull drain plugs, and then se- on water.
First-time operation Engine break-in (AR190/SX190) Engine break-in (AR195/SX195) NOTICE NOTICE Failure to perform the engine break-in Failure to perform the engine break-in could result in reduced engine life or even could result in reduced engine life or even severe engine damage.
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 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- and-out or in rotation.
A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this boat. If you do not have a fire extin- guisher, contact your local Yamaha Boat Dealer or fire extinguisher dealer for one meeting the proper specifications.
Pre-operation checks A FIRE-PORT™ is mounted below the rear center seat. Use this port to spray the con- tents of a fire extinguisher into the engine compartment if a fire breaks out in the engine area. WARNING! If there is a fire in the en- gine compartment, opening the hatch will add more oxygen to the fire, increasing the risk of a larger fire or an explosion.
At least annually, or if a problem is suspected, check the fuel tank and fuel filler hoses and clamps. Have a Yamaha Boat Dealer check the fuel tank and fuel filler hoses and clamps.
Pre-operation checks Battery check Make sure that the battery terminals are not damaged and that the battery leads are con- nected properly. WARNING! The battery must always be fully charged and in good condition. Loss of battery power may leave you stranded. Never operate the boat if the battery does not have sufficient power to start the engine or if it shows any other signs of decreased power.
Pre-operation checks Drain plug check Loosen the drain plugs and remove them, and then make sure that the plugs and the O-rings on the hull drain plugs are not damaged and that there is no foreign material on the threads or the O-rings on the hull drain plugs.
(See page 64 for information on the an- loose electrical connections. chor light.) Contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer if there is a (2) Push the top of the navigation and anchor problem you cannot locate or correct. lights switch and check that the bow light and anchor light come on.
Pre-operation checks SX195/SX190 together. The engine shut-off cord (lan- yard) may not pull free when the operator falls off, allowing the boat to continue to run and cause an accident. Bow light Anchor light (3) Push the bottom of the navigation and anchor lights switch and check that only Post-launch checks the anchor light comes on.
TIP: The number of cooling water pilot outlets ● varies according to the model. AR195/SX195: 3 cooling water pilot outlets AR190/SX190: 1 cooling water pilot outlet It may take up to 20 seconds for water to ● reach the pilot outlet when first launching the boat.
Total weight of cargo, operator, and Starting the engine passengers: WARNING 554 kg (1220 lb) (AR195/SX195) Severe injury or death may result if you ig- 563 kg (1240 lb) (AR190/SX190) nore any of the following: Total weight of operator and passen-...
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Otherwise, water may or if there are any loose electrical con- flood the boat and cause it to submerge. nections. Contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer if there is a problem you cannot locate or correct. Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) ●...
Operation not pull free when the operator falls ning. The starter mechanism could be off, allowing the boat to continue to damaged. run and cause an accident. If the starter motor is engaged continu- ● ously for more than 5 seconds, the bat- tery will become quickly discharged and it will be impossible to start the engine.
Operation lever into the reverse position and move away from the dock. Turning the boat WARNING BILGE BLOWER Do not pull the remote control lever back ● to idle when trying to steer away from objects — you need throttle to steer. Be sure passengers are holding on be- ●...
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Operation B. Less throttle produces low thrust, so the D. If the boat is moving and the remote con- boat will turn more gradually. trol lever is in neutral position, or if there is no thrust because the engine is stopped, the boat will go straight even though the steering wheel is turned.
150 m (492 ft) for the to-stern as much as possible. If the passenger AR195/SX195 or 96 m (315 ft) for the seat in front of the helm is used, be sure the AR190/SX190 after the remote control lever is operator’s view ahead is not obstructed.
Operation AR190/SX190 96 m (315 ft) (3) Return the ladder to the stowed position, and then sit in one of the seats provided. Boarding from the water WARNING Boarding from a dock or landing jetty (1) Board the boat from the side. One person To avoid severe injury or death, do not should board at a time by stepping into board from the rear, use swim platform, or...
Operation Wind or current pushing boat away from Beaching dock: NOTICE Slowly approach the dock at about a 45° an- Small pebbles, sand, seaweed, and oth- gle. Secure the bow to the dock, and then use ● er debris can be sucked into the jet in- engine thrust or a boat hook to gently move take and impair or damage the impeller.
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...
Operation 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”...
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O-rings on the hull drain plugs overheat and/or seize. before installing the drain plugs. (3) Stop the engine. (10) Spray a rust inhibitor, such as Yamaha (4) Wash down the hull, helm, and jet drive Silicone Protectant and Lubricant, on me- unit with fresh water.
Trailering Trailering the boat Use safety chains between the towing vehicle and the trailer so the trailer will not detach WARNING completely from the towing vehicle if it acci- Avoid accident and injury from improper dentally comes loose from the hitch ball. trailering: Crisscross the chains under the trailer tongue The trailer must be matched for the...
Trailering Secure the bow of the boat to the trailer with Be sure any cargo that must be carried in ● ● the winch line and also with the chain. Se- the boat as well as the folding windshield cure the stern eyes to the trailer with tie- and all hatches are secured.
Trailering 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.
Trailering Lifting NOTICE Do not attach lifting cables to the bow eye, cleats, stern eyes, ski tow hook, or hand- grips. Serious damage to the boat can oc- cur. 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: Bow eye Use a sling-type lifting mechanism de-...
Care and storage Post-operation care (4) Make sure that the area around the boat is clear, and then start the engine. Imme- Flushing the cooling system diately after the engine starts, fully turn Cooling system flushing is essential to pre- the water supply on so that water flows vent the cooling system from clogging up with out continually from the jet thrust nozzle...
® Quality Yamaclean , Yamashield™, and oth- er Yamalube care products are available from your Yamaha Boat Dealer. (1) Remove the fuel tank compartment drain plug to drain the water. (See page 78 for fuel tank compartment drain plug removal and installation procedures.) Reinstall the...
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Open the hatch again ally damage vinyl over time. Consult a when you arrive and remove the cap as Yamaha Boat Dealer if you want to use before. Leave the cap loose until you plan a product other than Yamaclean Vinyl to transport the boat on the trailer again.
Care and storage 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) General care/Dirt —...
Care and storage Battery care (3) If the battery will be stored for a longer If the boat will not be used for more than a period, check its state of charge (use a month, remove the battery and store it in a hydrometer or a voltmeter and load tes- cool, dark place.
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 engine fogged for long-term storage. Grease points...
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The first service should be done after 10 hours or 1 month by a Yamaha Boat Dealer. Fill the bearing housing with water-resistant grease through the grease nipple.
If you are not familiar with ma- chine servicing, this work should be done by a Yamaha Boat Dealer or other qualified mechanic. Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be...
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Maintenance AR190/SX190 AR195/SX195 Engine cover screw AR190/SX190 (3) Lift up the engine cover and remove it. AR195/SX195 (2) Install the engine cover screws, and then tighten them to the specified torque. Engine cover Tightening torque: AR190/SX190 Engine cover screw: 4.5 N·m (0.46 kgf·m, 3.3 lb·ft) (3) Close the engine hood.
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 ques- tions, consult a Yamaha dealer.
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Check for damage Check installation and operation, √ √ Windshield and seats and check for damage Wakeboard tower Check installation, and check for √ √ (AR195/AR190) damage Hatches, hinges, and √ √ Check installation packing seals √ √ Ladder Check installation √...
ITEM Specification Boat capacity Maximum people on board 8 person Maximum load capacity 562 kg (1239 lb) (AR190/SX190) 553 kg (1219 lb) (AR195/SX195) Dimensions and weight Length 5840 mm (229.9 in) Beam 2440 mm (96.1 in) Height 2590 mm (101.9 in) (AR195/AR190) 1650 mm (64.9 in) (SX195/SX190)
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Number of cylinders Engine displacement 1812 cm Bore × stroke 86.0 × 78.0 mm (3.39 × 3.07 in) Compression ratio 8.5 : 1 (AR195/SX195) 11.0 : 1 (AR190/SX190) Valve clearance-intake (cold) 0.14–0.23 mm (0.0055–0.0091 in) 0.36–0.45 mm (0.0141–0.0177 in) Valve clearance-exhaust (cold) (AR195/SX195) 0.28–0.37 mm (0.0110–0.0146 in)
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Specifications ITEM Specification Recommended engine oil grade API 3-star models API SG,SH,SJ,SL (AR195/SX195) API SE,SF,SG,SH,SJ,SL (AR190/SX190) 4-star models API SJ,SL 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 3.6 L (3.81 US qt, 3.17 Imp.qt)
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.
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Jet intake clogged Clean displayed or warning* Cooling system Clean flashing in clogged Oil pressure Oil pressure dropped Have serviced by Yamaha — warning* Boat Dealer Fuel Empty Refill as soon as possible Check engine Faulty sensors Have serviced by Yamaha —...
Trouble recovery Emergency procedures Jet pump clean-out procedure WARNING Severe injury or death may result if you ig- nore any of the following: Turn off and remove both main switch ● keys, remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch, and wait for all move- ment to stop before removing the ac- cess port caps.
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(8) Check that the cap is perpendicular to the jet thrust nozzle. If you cannot remove centerline of the boat. Pull the handle the debris, consult a Yamaha Boat Deal- forcefully to make sure that the cap is locked securely. If a strong pull will move...
Trouble recovery The rear platform hatch has interlocks to ● shut off the engines should the hatch be accidentally opened during operation. The engines will not restart unless the hatch is closed and latched. Jump-starting WARNING Severe injury or death may result if you ig- nore any of the following: Negative (–) jumper cable Positive (+) jumper cable...
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Trouble recovery (2) While pushing both sides of the fuse box 1 2 3 cover inward, pull the cover toward the bow and remove it. 3-star models Electronic throttle valve fuse Fuel pump fuse Main relay drive fuse Main fuse Fuse puller Battery fuse Fuse box cover...
Trouble recovery Towing the boat Fuse amperage: WARNING Electronic throttle valve fuse: 10 A The operator of the towing boat must ● Fuel pump fuse: keep speed to a minimum and avoid traf- 10 A fic or obstacles which could be a hazard Main relay drive fuse: to either boat.
Owner’s Manual. The owner of the boat shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha Boat dealer of any and all appar- ent defects within ten (10) days of discovery and make the boat available at that time for inspection and repairs at the dealer’s place of business.
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SPECIFIC PARTS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY; Parts replaced due to normal wear or routine maintenance such as oil, spark plugs, fuel filters, impeller and liner, and anodes are not covered by warranty. Charges for transporting the boat to and from an authorized Yamaha Boat dealer are excluded from warranty coverage.
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2. Explain the operation, maintenance, and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at the time of sale, and upon your request at any later date. In addition, each Yamaha Boat dealer is held responsible for his setup, service and warranty repair work.
5-year standard protection on available to Yamaha owners like you, and only the hull. while your Yamaha is still within the first year • of the Yamaha Limited Warranty period. So Y.E.S. is designed and administered by the...
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 Yamaha BOAT MAKE: MOTOR TYPE: MODEL: LENGTH: REGISTRATION NO: DECK COLOR:...
Engine overheat warning system ..... 46 Bimini top, removing (SX195) ....74 Engine serial number ......... 1 Bimini top, setting up (AR195) ....67 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check ..91 Bimini top, setting up (SX195)....71 Engine shut-off switch ......33 Bimini top, storing (AR195) ......
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Index Getting to know your boat ......93 Navigation and anchor lights switch ..48 Glossary, boat .......... 24 Navigation and anchor lights switch Glove compartment........60 check ............ 90 Grease points......... 113 Night operation ......... 17 No-wake mode ......... 49 No-wake mode/cruise assist switch ..
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Trailering checklist ......... 104 Trailering the boat ........104 Troubleshooting ........122 Troubleshooting chart ......122 Turning the boat ........96 Wakeboard tower (AR195/AR190)... 66 Wakeboard tower, collapsing and setting up ..........66 Wakeboarding and water-skiing....18 Walk-through..........62 Warning definition table......46 Warnings ..........
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