Yamaha AR250 2023 - User Manual

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2023 Yamaha Boat

AR250 / SX250

252S / 252SE

252XE / 252SD

OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL

F4Y-F8199-12

LIT-18626-14-02

Read this manual carefully

before operating this boat.

U.S.A. Edition

Main Page

Important Manual Information3
Table of Contents5
General and Important Labels9
Identification Number Records9
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) Number9
Hull Identification Number (HIN)9
Engine Serial Numbers9
Emission Control Information10
Approval Labels of Emission Control Certificate10
Manufactured Date Labels11
Star Labels (4-Star Models)11
Important Labels14
Warning Labels16
Other Labels20
Maximum Capacities20
Safety Information21
Limitations on Who May Operate the Boat21
Cruising Limitations22
Operational Requirements23
Required Equipment24
Additional Equipment Recommendations25
Hazard Information25
Boat Characteristics26
Night Operation27
Wakeboarding and Water-Skiing27
Rules of the Road28
Seating Locations33
To Get more Boating Safety Information34
Enjoy Your Boat Responsibly34
Description35
Boat Glossary35
Location of Main Components36
Exterior Components36
Seats & Interior Components38
Stern Components41
Helm Components42
Engine Components45
Control Function Operation46
Boat Control Functions46
Engine Shut-Off Switch46
Batteries and Battery Switches46
Main Switches (AR250 / SX250 / 252S)48
Main Switch (252SE / 252XE / 252SD)48
START/STOP" Buttons (252SE / 252XE / 252SD)48
Remote Control Levers49
Throttle/Shift Paddles (252SD)51
Steering52
Tilt Lever53
Instrument Operation54
Helm Controls (AR250 / SX250)54
Switch Panel55
Multi-Function Display Unit Operation55
Touching the Multi-Function Display55
Using the Joystick55
Operation Buttons57
Controller57
Operating the Boat at a Steady Speed (Cruise Assist)57
Operating the Boat with a Minimal Wake (No-Wake Mode)58
Operating the Boat in Reverse with more Thrust (Reverse RPM Control)58
Multi-Function Display Elements60
Static Bar61
Center Display62
Screen Tab Bar62
Status Indicator Bar63
Home Screen64
Map Screen64
Waypoint65
Track65
Map Settings Screen66
Trip Screen68
Media Screen69
Radio Screen (AM/FM)70
Weather Screen70
Bluetooth Screen71
Auxiliary Screen71
Zone Control Screen72
System Control Screen72
Setting Screen73
Time Setting Screen73
Depth Alarm Setting Screen73
Unit Setting Screen74
Brightness Setting Screen74
Maintenance Setting Screen74
Language Setting Screen75
Tuner Region Setting Screen75
Auto Volume Setting Screen75
Factory Reset Screen75
Warnings76
Check Engine Warning77
Low Oil Pressure Warning77
Over Temperature Warning77
House/Start Battery Voltage Warning78
Communication Error Warning78
Low Fuel Level Warning78
Depth Warning78
Helm Controls (252S / 252SE / 252XE / 252SD)79
Switch Panel80
Multi-Function Display Unit Operation81
Touching the Multi-Function Display81
Using the Joystick81
Operation Buttons83
Controller83
Operating the Boat at a Steady Speed (Cruise Assist)83
Operating the Boat with a Minimal Wake (No-Wake Mode)84
Operating the Boat in Reverse with more Thrust (Reverse RPM Control)84
Multi-Function Display Elements85
Screen Tab Bar86
Status Indicator Bar87
Operation Mode88
Home Screen89
Map Screen89
Waypoint90
Track90
Map Settings Screen91
Trip Screen93
Drive Control Screen94
Media Screen96
Radio Screen (AM/FM)96
Weather Screen97
Bluetooth Screen97
Auxiliary Screen98
Zone Control Screen98
System Control Screen99
Setting Screen100
Time Setting Screen100
Depth Alarm Setting Screen100
Unit Setting Screen101
Brightness Setting Screen101
Maintenance Setting Screen101
Language Setting Screen102
Tuner Region Setting Screen102
Auto Volume Setting Screen102
Factory Reset Screen102
Flush-Out Ballasts (252XE)102
Warnings104
Check Engine Warning105
Low Oil Pressure Warning105
Over Temperature Warning105
Low/High Voltage Warning106
Communication Error Warning106
Low Fuel Level Warning106
Depth Warning106
Equipment Operation107
Seats107
Driver's Seat108
Passenger's Seat110
Engine Hood Seat110
Swim Platform Seat (252S / 252SE / 252SD)110
Underwater Seats111
Engine Hood112
Storage Compartments112
Anchor Storage Compartment112
Front Underseat Storage Compartments113
Ski Locker113
Rear Underseat Storage Compartment (Starboard)114
Rear Underseat Storage Compartment (Port)115
Enclosed Head Compartment115
Driver's Side Console Compartment116
Stowable Table117
Glove Compartment117
Galley Storage Compartment (252S / 252SE / 252XE / 252SD)118
Wet Storage Compartment119
Stern Storage Compartments119
Walk-Through120
Front Walk-Through120
Rear Walk-Through120
Windshield121
Folding Mirror (252XE)121
Anchor Light (AR250)122
Anchor Light (252S / 252SE / 252XE / 252SD)122
Anchor Light (SX250)123
Bow Ladder124
Swim Platform125
Stern Ladder125
Swim Platform Shower (252S / 252SE / 252SD)126
Remote Control Keypad128
Side Table128
Accessory Outlet129
USB Chargers129
Wakeboard Tower (Except for SX250)130
Collapsing and Setting up the Wakeboard Tower (AR250 / 252S / 252XE)130
Collapsing and Setting up the Wakeboard Tower (252SE / 252SD)131
Bimini Top (AR250 / 252S / 252XE)132
Setting up the Bimini Top132
Storing the Bimini Top134
Trailering with the Bimini Top135
Removing the Bimini Top135
Installing the Bimini Top136
Bimini Top (252SE / 252SD)136
Removing the Bimini Top136
Installing the Bimini Top137
Bimini Top (SX250)137
Setting up the Bimini Top137
Storing the Bimini Top in the Upright Position138
Storing the Bimini Top in the Fully Collapsed Position139
Trailering with the Bimini Top139
Removing the Bimini Top140
Installing the Bimini Top140
Operation and Handling Requirements141
Fuel Requirement141
Fuel141
Engine Oil Requirement142
Engine Oil142
Draining the Bilge Water145
Draining the Bilge Water on Land145
Draining the Bilge Water on Water146
First-Time Operation148
Engine Break-In148
Pre-Operation Checks149
Pre-Operation Checklist149
Pre-Operation Check Points150
Pre-Launch Checks150
Steering System Checks150
Remote Control Lever Checks150
Throttle/Shift Paddle Checks (252SD)151
Fire Extinguisher Check151
Access Port Cap Check153
Jet Intake Checks153
Fuel System Checks153
Engine Oil Level Check154
Battery Check155
Bilge Water Check155
Drain Plug Check155
Blower Checks156
Navigation and Anchor Lights Checks157
Horn Check158
Engine Shut-Off Cord (Lanyard) Check159
Post-Launch Checks159
Engine Shut-Off Switch Check159
Cooling Water Pilot Outlet Check160
Fuel Level Check161
Operation162
Driving Your Boat162
Getting to Know Your Boat162
Learning to Operate Your Boat162
Starting the Engines162
Stopping the Engines165
Leaving a Dock166
Turning the Boat167
Boating with Passengers168
Stopping the Boat169
Boarding from the Water170
Boarding from the Bow170
Boarding from a Dock or Landing Jetty170
Docking170
Beaching172
Anchoring172
Crossing Wakes and Swells173
Post-Operation Checks174
Trailering176
Trailering the Boat176
Hitch176
Trailering Checklist176
Backing Your Trailer177
Launching178
Loading178
Lifting179
Care and Storage180
Post-Operation Care180
Flushing the Cooling System180
Cleaning the Boat181
Basic Stain Guide183
Battery Care184
Long-Term Storage185
Fuel System185
Lubrication185
Grease Points185
Maintenance187
Owner's/Operator's Manual187
Removing and Installing the Engine Covers187
Periodic Maintenance Chart189
Specifications192
Trouble Recovery195
Troubleshooting195
Troubleshooting Chart195
Emergency Procedures198
Jet Pump Clean-Out Procedure198
Raising the Shift Gates (252SE / 252XE / 252SD)200
Power Steering System will Not Operate (252SD)201
Jump-Starting202
Fuse Replacement203
Running on One Engine205
Towing the Boat206
Consumer Information207
Limited Warranty207
Yamaha Extended Service (Y.e.s.)209
Sample Float Plan210
Index211

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Language	English