This Owner's Manual contains information you will need for proper operation, maintenance, 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 Jet Boat, please consult a Yamaha dealer. YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION, U. IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION: In this manual, information of particular importance is distinguished in the following ways: The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing product improvement, this product may not be exactly as described in this Owner's Manual. Specifications are subject to change without notice. This manual should be considered a permanent part of this Jet Boat and should remain with it even if the boat is subsequently sold. ________________ Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the machine operator, a bystander, or a person inspecting or repairing the Jet Boat. WARNING _______________ A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the Jet Boat. NOTE:_________________________ A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer. CAUTION: EXCITER SE JET BOAT (EXS1200X) OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S MANUAL © 1998 by Yamaha Motor Corporation, U. 1st Edition, July 1998 All rights reserved. Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U. is expressly prohibited. Printed in U. LIT-18626-03-53 SAFETY INFORMATION 1 2 3 4 5 6 FEATURES & FUNCTIONS OPERATION MAINTENANCE & CARE TROUBLESHOOTING & SPECIAL PROCEDURES CONSUMER INFORMATION Chapter 1 SAFETY INFORMATION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER RECORDS...