2007 YAMAHA FX HO stop start

Operation
60
EJU32670Switches
CAUTION:
ECJ00410
Do not run the engine for more than 15
seconds when checking the switches on
land without supplying water, otherwise
the engine could overheat.
Check the start switch, the engine stop
switch, and the engine shut-off switch for
proper operation.
Push the start switch to start the engine. As
soon as the engine starts running, push the
engine stop switch to verify that the engine
stops immediately. Restart the engine, and
then pull the engine shut-off cord to remove
the clip from the engine shut-off switch to ver-
ify that the engine stops immediately. (See
pages 27 to 27 for information on proper op-
eration of the start switch, the engine stop
switch, and the engine shut-off switch.)
EJU32700Cooling water pilot outlet
Check that water comes out from the port
(left) cooling water pilot outlet while the engineis running and the watercraft is in the water.
(See page 28 for more information.)
EJU32710Multifunction information center
Check the multifunction information center for
proper operation. (See page 34 for informa-
tion on proper operation of the multifunction
information center.)
1Start switch
2Engine stop switch
3Engine shut-off switch
4Clip
5Engine shut-off cord
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Operation
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(1) If the lock mode of the Yamaha Security
System is selected, use the remote con-
trol transmitter to select the unlock mode.
(See page 33 for Yamaha Security Sys-
tem lock and unlock mode selection pro-
cedures.)
(2) Launch the watercraft in water free from
weeds and debris and at least 60 cm (2 ft)
deep.
WARNING
EWJ00570
Never operate in water that is less than 60
cm (2 ft) deep, otherwise you increase
your chance of hitting a submerged ob-
ject, which could result in injury.
CAUTION:
ECJ00470
Never operate in water that is less than 60
cm (2 ft) deep, otherwise pebbles or sand
could be sucked into the jet intake, caus-
ing impeller damage and engine overheat-
ing.
(3) Attach the engine shut-off cord to your left
wrist, and then attach the clip to the en-
gine shut-off switch.
WARNING
EWJ00580
Check that the engine shut-off cord is not
frayed or broken, and keep it free from the
handlebars so that the engine stops if the
operator falls off. The engine shut-off cord
may not pull free if wrapped around the
handlebars when the operator falls off, al-
lowing the watercraft to continue to run
and cause an accident.
NOTE:
It is not possible to start the engine with the
clip removed from the engine shut-off switch.
1Clip
2Engine shut-off switch
3Engine shut-off cord
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Operation
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(4) Push the start switch (green button), and
then release it as soon as the engine
starts to run.
NOTE:
The engine will not start if the throttle lever is
squeezed.
CAUTION:
ECJ00480

Never push the start switch while the en-
gine is running.

Do not operate the start switch for more
than 5 seconds, otherwise the battery
will be discharged and the engine will
not start. Also, the starter motor could
be damaged. If the engine does not start
in 5 seconds, release the start switch,
wait 15 seconds, and then try again.
EJU32860Stopping the engine
To stop the engine, release the throttle lever,
and then push the engine stop switch (red
button).
WARNING
EWJ00600
You need throttle to steer. Shutting the en-
gine off can cause you to hit an obstacle
you are attempting to avoid. A collision
could result in severe injury or death.
EJU32881Leaving the watercraft
If leaving the watercraft, select the lock mode
of the Yamaha Security System and remove
the engine shut-off cord to reduce the chance
of accidental starting or unauthorized use by
children or others. (See page 33 for Yamaha
Security System lock and unlock mode selec-
tion procedures.)
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Maintenance and care
76
EJU33490
Storage
WARNING
EWJ00330
Always place the watercraft upright in a
horizontal position when storing it, other-
wise fuel could leak out into the engine or
engine compartment, which could create a
fire hazard.
Storage for long periods of time, such as win-
ter storage, requires preventive maintenance
to ensure against deterioration. It is advisable
to have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha
dealer prior to storage. However, the following
procedures can be performed by the owner.
EJU36371Flushing the cooling system
Flushing the cooling system is essential to
prevent it from clogging with salt, sand, or dirt.
CAUTION:
ECJ00971

Do not supply water to the cooling water
passages when the engine is not run-
ning. The water could flow back through
the muffler into the engine, causing se-
vere engine damage.

Do not run the engine for more than 15
seconds on land without supplying wa-
ter, otherwise the engine could over-
heat.

Do not run the engine over 6000 r/min on
land, otherwise the catalytic converter
could be seriously damaged.
(1) Remove the watercraft from the water
and place it in a horizontal position.
(2) Remove the rear seat and seat storage
compartment. (See page 24 for seat re-
moval and installation procedures.)
(3) Remove the flushing hose connector
cap, and then insert the garden hoseadapter into the flushing hose connector
and turn it until it is securely connected.
(4) Connect the garden hose adapter to a
water tap using a garden hose.
NOTE:
A garden hose is not included and must be
purchased separately.
(5) Start the engine, and then immediately
turn the water supply on until water flows
out continually from the jet thrust nozzle.
(6) Run the engine at idling speed for about
3 minutes watching the engine condition.
If the engine stops while flushing, turn the
water supply off immediately and repeat
the above steps.
(7) Turn the water supply off, and then force
the remaining water out of the cooling
1Flushing hose connector cap
2Garden hose adapter
3Flushing hose connector
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water passages by alternately squeezing
and releasing the throttle lever for 10 to
15 seconds, making sure not to run the
engine over 6000 r/min.
(8) Stop the engine.
(9) Remove the garden hose adapter and in-
stall the flushing hose connector cap.
EJU33600Lubrication
WARNING
EWJ00260
Do not spray flammable rust inhibitor
products on engine surfaces while the en-
gine is hot. The sprayed substance or pro-
pellants could catch fire.
(1) Remove the seats. (See page 24 for seat
removal and installation procedures.)
(2) Remove the air filter case cover and the
air filter element. (See page 84 for air fil-
ter case cover and air filter element re-
moval and installation procedures.)
(3) Spray a rust inhibitor into each intake
opening for 3 seconds.
(4) Install the air filter element in the air filter
case, and then install the air filter case
cover.
(5) Start the engine in a well-ventilated area
and let it run at idle for 15 seconds.
CAUTION:
ECJ00160
Do not run the engine for more than 15
seconds, otherwise the engine could over-
heat.
(6) Lubricate all cables such as the throttle
and steering cables.
NOTE:
Use a suitable marine grease applicator to
pressure-lubricate the cables and purge out
any moisture between the inner and outer ca-
bles.
(7) Lubricate the areas of the watercraft
specified in “Lubrication points” on page
87.
EJU36380Fuel system
WARNING
EWJ00280
GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH-
LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE!

Do not smoke when refueling, and keep
away from sparks, flames, and other
sources of ignition.

Stop the engine before refueling.

Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the
watercraft in a horizontal position.

Do not stand or sit on the watercraft
while refueling in case of fire.

Take care not to spill gasoline. If gaso-
line spills, wipe it up immediately with
dry rags. Always properly dispose of
gasoline-soaked rags.

Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Stop fill-
ing when the fuel level reaches approxi-
mately 50 mm (2 in) from the top of the
fuel tank. Fuel expands as it warms up
and could overflow if the fuel tank has
been overfilled. If temporarily leaving
the watercraft with a full fuel tank, do not
1Intake opening
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Index
A
Air filter element, checking ....................... 84
Analog speedometer/tachometer ............. 35
Analog speedometer/tachometer and
indicator lights ....................................... 35
B
Battery ................................................ 55, 78
Battery, checking...................................... 88
Battery, jumping ....................................... 95
Beaching the watercraft ........................... 72
Beverage holder ....................................... 47
Bilge ......................................................... 54
Boarding alone ......................................... 67
Boarding and starting from a dock ........... 66
Boarding and starting in deep water ........ 66
Boarding and starting in shallow water .... 66
Boarding with passengers ........................ 67
Bow down................................................. 31
Bow eye ................................................... 32
Bow up ..................................................... 31
Builder’s plate............................................. 2
C
Capsized watercraft ................................. 69
Check engine warning indicator ............... 41
Cleaning the watercraft ............................ 78
Cooling water pilot outlet .......................... 60
Cooling water pilot outlets ........................ 28
Cruising limitations ................................... 11
D
Digital speedometer ................................. 38
Docking the watercraft ............................. 72
E
Emergency procedures ............................ 94
Engine break-in ........................................ 61
Engine compartment ................................ 53
Engine oil ................................................. 50
Engine oil and oil filter .............................. 83
Engine oil level ......................................... 53
Engine overheat warning indicator ........... 40
Engine serial number ................................. 1
Engine shut-off cord ................................. 59
Engine shut-off switch .............................. 27
Engine stop switch ................................... 27
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ............ 19
Exhaust temperature warning indicator.... 41F
Filling the fuel tank ................................... 50
Fire extinguisher ....................................... 56
Flushing the cooling system ..................... 76
Front storage compartment ...................... 45
Fuel and oil............................................... 49
Fuel injection system ................................ 90
Fuel level .................................................. 53
Fuel level meter ........................................ 38
Fuel level warning indicator ...................... 39
Fuel system .............................................. 77
Fuel system, checking .............................. 83
Fuel tank .................................................. 83
Fuel tank filler cap .................................... 26
Fuses, replacing ....................................... 96
G
Gasohol .................................................... 49
Gasoline ................................................... 49
Getting to know your watercraft ............... 64
Glove compartment .................................. 46
H
Handgrip ................................................... 32
Hazard information ................................... 15
Hood ......................................................... 25
Hour meter/voltmeter ............................... 39
Hull and deck ........................................... 53
Hull Identification Number (HIN)................. 1
I
Identification numbers ................................ 1
Important labels .......................................... 3
J
Jet intake .................................................. 59
Jet intake and impeller, cleaning .............. 94
Jet thrust nozzle angle, checking ............. 85
Jumper cables, connecting ...................... 95
L
Labels, other .............................................. 8
Labels, warning .......................................... 4
Launching the watercraft .......................... 61
Learning to operate your watercraft ......... 64
Leaving the watercraft .............................. 63
Left multifunction display and
operation buttons .................................. 37
Limitations on who may operate
the watercraft ........................................ 10
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Index
Lubrication................................................ 77
Lubrication points ..................................... 87
M
Main components, location of .................. 20
Maintenance and adjustments ................. 79
Model information....................................... 2
Multifunction information center ......... 34, 60
O
Oil pressure warning indicator.................. 40
Operating your watercraft......................... 64
Operation ................................................. 61
Operation of controls and
other functions ...................................... 24
Operation requirements ........................... 12
Owner’s/operator’s manual and tool kit .... 80
P
Periodic maintenance chart...................... 81
Post-operation care .................................. 73
Pre-operation check list............................ 51
Pre-operation check points ...................... 53
Pre-operation checks ............................... 51
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ...... 1
Pull-up cleats
(for FX Cruiser High Output) ................. 33
Q
Quick Shift Trim System (QSTS) ............. 58
Quick Shift Trim System (QSTS)
selector ................................................. 30
R
Reboarding step ....................................... 32
Recommended equipment ....................... 14
Remote control transmitter ....................... 26
Reverse on waterways ............................. 72
Riding with passengers ............................ 65
Right multifunction display and
operation buttons
(for FX Cruiser High Output) ................. 42
Rough water operation ............................. 73
“RPM” indicator light................................. 36
S
Safe boating rules .................................... 19
Seat storage compartment ....................... 46
Seats ........................................................ 24
Shift cable, checking ................................ 85
Shift lever ................................................. 29Shift lever and reverse gate ..................... 57
Spark plugs, cleaning and adjusting ........ 86
“SPEED” indicator light ............................ 36
Start switch............................................... 27
Starting the engine ................................... 61
Starting the watercraft .............................. 65
Steering system ................................. 28, 57
Stern drain plugs ...................................... 55
Stern eyes ................................................ 33
Stopping the engine ................................. 63
Stopping the watercraft ............................ 72
Storage..................................................... 76
Storage compartments ............................. 45
Submerged watercraft .............................. 97
Switches ................................................... 60
T
Throttle cable, checking and adjusting ..... 85
Throttle lever ...................................... 28, 57
Tilt lever .................................................... 29
Towing the watercraft ............................... 97
Transporting ............................................. 75
Trolling speed, checking .......................... 90
Troubleshooting ....................................... 92
Troubleshooting chart .............................. 92
Turning the watercraft .............................. 70
U
“UNLOCK” indicator light .......................... 37
W
“WARNING” indicator light ....................... 37
Water separator ....................................... 54
Watercraft characteristics ......................... 15
Water-skiing ............................................. 17
Watertight compartment ........................... 47
Y
Yamaha Engine Management
System (YEMS) .................................... 33
Yamaha Security System ......................... 33
Yamaha Security System lock and
unlock modes........................................ 33
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