2010 YAMAHA FX HO steering

Pre-operation checks
64
locked in place. (See page 30 for adjustable
tilt steering system operation procedures.)
EJU32644Quick Shift Trim System (Q.S.T.S.) checks
Operate the Q.S.T.S. selector lock lever and
the Q.S.T.S. selector several times to make
sure that operation is smooth throughout the
whole range. Also, make sure that the jet
thrust nozzle moves as the Q.S.T.S. selector
is operated and that the Q.S.T.S. selector se-curely locks in place. (See page 33 for
Q.S.T.S. operation procedures.)
EJU32634Reverse system checks
WARNING
EWJ00031
Do not touch the reverse gate while the
shift lever is being operated, otherwise
you could be pinched.
Operate the shift lever several times to make
sure that operation is smooth throughout the
whole range. Also, make sure that the reverse
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idling speed. (See page 32 for information on
operating the shift lever.)
EJU33254Turning the watercraft
WARNING
EWJ00771

Do not release the throttle lever when
trying to steer away from objects—you
need throttle to steer. A collision could
result in severe injury or death.

When operating at higher speeds, make
gradual turns or slow down before turn-
ing. Sharp high-speed turns may cause
the watercraft to slide sideways or spin,
throwing the operator and passenger(s)
overboard, which could cause an injury.
Steering control depends on the combination
of handlebar position and the amount of throt-
tle.Water sucked in through the intake grate is
pressurized by the impeller in the jet pump. As
the pressurized water is expelled from the
pump through the jet thrust nozzle, it creates
thrust to move and steer the watercraft. The
higher the engine speed, the more thrust pro-
duced.
The amount of jet thrust, in addition to the po-
sition of the handlebars, determines how
sharply you turn.
A. More throttle produces higher thrust, so
the watercraft will turn more sharply.
B. Less throttle produces lower thrust, so
the watercraft will turn more gradually.
C. Releasing the throttle lever completely
produces only minimum thrust. If you are
traveling at speeds above trolling, you will
have rapidly decreasing ability to steer
without throttle. You may still have some
turning ability immediately after releasing
the throttle lever, but once the engine
1Shift lever
2Forward position
1
2
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slows down, the watercraft will no longer
respond to handlebar input until you ap-
ply throttle again or you reach trolling
speed.
At trolling speed, the watercraft can be
turned gradually by handlebar position
alone using just the amount of thrust
available at idle.
D. If the engine is stopped while riding, there
is no thrust. The watercraft will go straight
even though the handlebars are turned.
You need throttle to steer.
This model is equipped with the Yamaha En-
gine Management System (YEMS) that in-
cludes an off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
It will activate at planing speeds should you
attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing
the throttle lever (see condition C above).
The OTS system assists in turning by continu-
ing to supply some thrust while the watercraft
is decelerating, but you can turn more sharplyif you apply throttle while turning the handle-
bars. The OTS system does not function be-
low planing speeds or when the engine is off.
Once the engine slows down, the watercraft
will no longer turn in response to handlebar in-
put until you apply throttle again or you reach
trolling speed.
EJU33292Stopping the watercraft
The watercraft is not equipped with a sepa-
rate braking system. It is stopped by water re-
sistance when the throttle lever is released.
From full speed, the watercraft comes to a
complete stop in approximately 100 m (330 ft)
after the throttle lever is released or the en-
gine is stopped, although this distance will
vary depending on many factors, including
gross weight, water surface conditions, and
wind direction. The watercraft slows down as
soon as the throttle lever is released, but will
coast for a distance before fully stopping. If
you are not sure you can stop in time before
hitting an obstacle, apply throttle and turn in
another direction.
WARNING
EWJ00742

Allow adequate stopping distance.

Take early action to avoid collisions. Re-
member, watercraft and other boats do
not have brakes.

Operate defensively at safe speeds and
keep a safe distance away from people,
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EJU33492
Long-term 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 easily by the owner.
EJU40762Cleaning
(1) Flush the cooling water passages. (See
page 81 for information on flushing the
cooling water passages.)
TIP:
If you will be storing the watercraft for a pro-
longed period, such as winter storage, top off
the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and add fuel
stabilizer and conditioner to the fuel tank ac-
cording to the manufacturer’s instruction be-
fore starting the engine.
(2) Clean the watercraft. (See page 82 for in-
formation on cleaning the watercraft.)
Wax the hull with a non-abrasive wax.
EJU36914Lubrication
Use a suitable marine grease applicator and
spray a rust inhibitor between the inner and
outer cables to lubricate the cables and purge
out any dirt and moisture.
To keep moving parts sliding or rotating
smoothly, lubricate them with water-resistant
grease.

Throttle cable (throttle lever end)

Steering cable (jet thrust nozzle end) and
Q.S.T.S. rod (jet thrust nozzle end)

Shift cable (shift lever end)Recommended water-resistant grease:
Yamaha Marine Grease/Yamaha
Grease A
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EJU37062Periodic maintenance chart
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.
This“” mark indicates items to be checked and serviced by a Yamaha dealer.
Item OperationInitial Thereafter every
Page 10
hours50 hours100
hours200
hours
6
months12
months12
months24
months
Spark plugsCheck, clean, replace—
Lubrication pointsLubricate—
Internal engine
componentsSpray lubricant—
Intermediate hous-
ingLubricate—
Fuel systemCheck—
Fuel tankCheck, clean—
Engine idling
speedCheck, adjust—
Throttle shaftCheck—
Water inlet strain-
erCheck, clean—
Bilge strainerClean—
Electric bilge
pump strainerClean—
ImpellerCheck—
Jet thrust nozzle
angleCheck, adjust—
Steering masterCheck, adjust—
Q.S.T.S. mecha-
nismCheck, adjust—
Shift cable and re-
verse gateCheck, adjust—
Throttle cableCheck—
Stern drain plugsCheck, replace—
BatteryCheck, charge—
Rubber couplingCheck—
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Index
A
Adjustable tilt steering system.................. 30
Adjustable tilt steering system checks ..... 63
After removing the watercraft
from the water ....................................... 80
Analog speedometer/tachometer ............. 39
B
Battery care .............................................. 82
Battery checks.......................................... 62
Battery, jumping ....................................... 97
Beaching and docking the watercraft ....... 79
Beverage holder ....................................... 51
Bilge water check ..................................... 62
Bilge water, draining................................. 55
Bilge water, draining on land .................... 55
Bilge water, draining on water .................. 56
Boarding alone ......................................... 75
Boarding and starting off from a dock ...... 78
Boarding the watercraft ............................ 74
Boarding with passenger(s) ..................... 75
Bow eye ................................................... 47
Bow storage compartment ....................... 48
Builder’s plate............................................. 2
C
Capsized watercraft ................................. 78
Check engine warning.............................. 44
Cleaning ................................................... 85
Cleaning the watercraft ............................ 82
Cleat ......................................................... 47
Cooling water pilot outlet .......................... 30
Cooling water pilot outlet check ............... 68
Craft Identification Number (CIN) ............... 1
Cruise assist............................................. 36
Cruising limitations ................................... 11
D
Digital speedometer ................................. 40
E
Emergency procedures ............................ 96
Engine break-in ........................................ 58
Engine compartment check...................... 61
Engine cover, removing and installing ..... 87
Engine idling speed check ....................... 68
Engine oil ................................................. 54
Engine oil and oil filter .............................. 91
Engine oil level check............................... 62Engine oil requirements ........................... 54
Engine overheat warning ......................... 43
Engine serial number ................................. 1
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check ....... 65
Engine shut-off switch .............................. 28
Engine stop switch ................................... 28
Engine unit check ..................................... 62
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ............ 19
Equipment ................................................ 45
F
Fire extinguisher check ............................ 66
Fire extinguisher container ....................... 51
Fire extinguisher container checks ........... 66
Flushing the cooling water passages ....... 81
Fuel .......................................................... 52
Fuel level check ....................................... 61
Fuel level meter ........................................ 42
Fuel level warning .................................... 42
Fuel requirements .................................... 52
Fuel system checks .................................. 61
Fuses, replacing ....................................... 97
G
Getting to know your watercraft ............... 69
Glossary, watercraft ................................. 21
Glove compartment .................................. 49
H
Handgrip ................................................... 46
Hazard information ................................... 15
Hood check .............................................. 67
Hour meter/voltmeter ............................... 41
Hull and deck check ................................. 67
I
Identification numbers ................................ 1
Information display ................................... 40
J
Jet intake and impeller, cleaning .............. 96
Jet intake checks ...................................... 67
Jumper cables, connecting ...................... 97
L
Labels, important ........................................ 3
Labels, other .............................................. 8
Labels, warning .......................................... 4
Launching the watercraft .......................... 70
Learning to operate your watercraft ......... 69
Leaving the watercraft .............................. 71
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Index
Limitations on who may operate
the watercraft ........................................ 10
Long-term storage .................................... 85
Low RPM Mode........................................ 34
Lubrication................................................ 85
M
Main components, location of .................. 22
Maintenance............................................. 87
Model information....................................... 2
Multifunction information center ............... 39
Multifunction information center check ..... 68
N
No-wake mode ......................................... 35
O
Oil pressure warning ................................ 43
Operating in weeded areas ...................... 80
Operating the watercraft........................... 71
Operating the watercraft in reverse .......... 74
Operating your watercraft......................... 69
Operation requirements ........................... 12
P
Periodic maintenance chart...................... 90
Post-launch checks .................................. 67
Post-operation care .................................. 81
Pre-launch checks.................................... 61
Pre-operation check points ...................... 61
Pre-operation checklist............................. 59
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ...... 1
Pull-up cleats (FX Cruiser HO)................. 48
Q
Quick Shift Trim System (Q.S.T.S.) ......... 33
Quick Shift Trim System (Q.S.T.S.)
checks................................................... 64
R
Reboarding step ....................................... 46
Recommended equipment ....................... 14
Remote control transmitter ....................... 26
Remote control transmitter check ............ 65
Reverse system ....................................... 32
Reverse system checks ........................... 64
Riding position.......................................... 70
Rustproofing ............................................. 86
S
Safe boating rules .................................... 19
Safety equipment check ........................... 67Seat storage compartment ....................... 50
Seats ........................................................ 45
Start switch............................................... 28
Starting off ................................................ 77
Starting off from a trailer ........................... 78
Starting the engine on water .................... 70
Steering system ....................................... 29
Steering system checks ........................... 63
Stern drain plug checks ............................ 67
Stern eyes ................................................ 47
Stopping the engine ................................. 71
Stopping the watercraft ............................ 73
Storage compartment checks .................. 66
Storage compartments ............................. 48
Submerged watercraft .............................. 99
Switch checks .......................................... 66
T
Throttle lever ............................................ 29
Throttle lever checks ................................ 65
Tool kit...................................................... 87
Towing the watercraft ............................... 99
Transporting on a trailer ........................... 57
Troubleshooting ....................................... 93
Troubleshooting chart .............................. 93
Turning the watercraft .............................. 72
W
Water separator ....................................... 31
Water separator check ............................. 61
Watercraft characteristics ......................... 15
Watercraft control functions ..................... 26
Watercraft operation functions ................. 32
Watercraft operation modes ..................... 34
Water-skiing ............................................. 17
Watertight storage compartment .............. 51
Y
Yamaha Security System ......................... 27
Yamaha Security System settings ........... 27
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