2012 YAMAHA FX HO stop start

Pre-operation checks
69
EJU40112Remote control transmitter check
Make sure that the remote control transmitter
operates properly. (See page 27 for Yamaha
Security System setting procedures and page
35 for Low RPM Mode activation procedures.)
EJU32663Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check
Make sure that the engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard) is not damaged. If the cord is damaged,
replace it. WARNING! Never try to repair
the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) or tie it
together. The engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard) may not pull free when the operator
falls off, allowing the watercraft to contin-
ue to run and cause an accident.
[EWJ01220]
EJU32675
Switch checks
NOTICE
ECJ01310
Do not run the engine over 4000 r/min on
land. Also, do not run the engine for more
than 15 seconds without supplying water,
otherwise the engine could overheat.
Check the start switch, the engine stop
switch, and the engine shut-off switch forproper operation. (See pages 28 to 28 for in-
formation on operating each switch.)
To check the operation of the switches:
(1) If the lock mode is selected for the
Yamaha Security System setting, select
the unlock mode. (See page 27 for
Yamaha Security System setting proce-
dures.)
(2) Push the start switch to make sure that
the engine starts.
(3) As soon as the engine starts running,
push the engine stop switch to make sure
that the engine stops immediately.
(4) Restart the engine, and then pull the en-
gine shut-off cord (lanyard) to remove the
clip from the engine shut-off switch to
make sure that the engine stops immedi-
ately.
EJU40101Storage compartment checks
Make sure that the storage compartments are
not damaged and that water has not collected
in the compartments. (See page 49 for infor-
mation on the storage compartments.)
1Clip
2Engine shut-off switch
3Start switch
4Engine stop switch
5Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
132
5
4
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is attached correctly. If the engine
shut-off cord (lanyard) is not attached
correctly, it may not pull free when the
operator falls off, allowing the water-
craft to continue to run and cause an
accident.
[EWJ00581]
(4) With the throttle lever released, push the
start switch (green button) to start the en-
gine. (See page 28 for information on op-
erating the start switch.)
EJU32862Stopping the engine
Release the throttle lever, and then push the
engine stop switch (red button) to stop the en-
gine. WARNING! You need throttle to steer.
Shutting the engine off can cause you to
hit an obstacle you are attempting toavoid. A collision could result in severe in-
jury or death.
[EWJ00601]
EJU32872
Leaving the watercraft
If leaving the watercraft, remove the clip from
the engine shut-off switch to prevent acciden-
tal starting or unauthorized operation by chil-
dren or others.
EJU40221Operating the watercraft
When the shift lever is in the forward position
and the engine is running, the watercraft will
move forward. The watercraft will move for-
ward at trolling speed even if the throttle lever
1Clip
2Engine shut-off switch
3Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
12
3
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craft over counterclockwise,
otherwise water can enter the engine,
which can result in severe damage.
[ECJ00541]
(3) Start the engine and operate the water-
craft at planing speed to drain the bilge
water from the engine compartment.
(See page 58 for information on draining
the bilge water. If the engine does not
start, see “Towing the watercraft” on
page 103 or “Submerged watercraft” on
page 104.) NOTICE: Do not run the en-
gine at full throttle for at least 1 minute
after the engine has been restarted.
Bilge water in the engine compart-
ment can splash into the engine,
which can result in severe damage.
[ECJ00553]EJU42590
Beaching and docking the watercraft
To beach the watercraft:
(1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim-
mers, or obstacles near the beach.
(2) Release the throttle lever to reduce
speed about 110 m (360 ft) before you
reach the intended beaching area.
(3) Slowly approach the beach and stop the
engine just before reaching land.
WARNING! You need throttle to steer.
Shutting the engine off can cause you
to hit an obstacle you are attempting
to avoid. A collision could result in se-
vere injury or death.
[EWJ00601] NOTICE:
Never run the engine in water that is
less than 60 cm (2 ft) deep from the
bottom of the watercraft, otherwise
pebbles or sand could be sucked into
the jet intake, causing impeller dam-
age and engine overheating.
[ECJ00472]
(4) Get off the watercraft and pull it up on the
beach.
To dock the watercraft:
(1) Make sure that there are no boats, swim-
mers, or obstacles near the dock.
(2) Release the throttle lever to reduce
speed about 110 m (360 ft) away from the
dock.
(3) Slowly approach the dock and stop the
engine just before coming alongside it.
WARNING! You need throttle to steer.
Shutting the engine off can cause you
to hit an obstacle you are attempting
to avoid. A collision could result in se-
vere injury or death.
[EWJ00601]
(4) Come alongside the dock and get off the
watercraft.
EJU37193Operating in weeded areas
Always avoid using your watercraft in areas
where weed growth is thick. If operating in
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weeded areas is unavoidable, alternately
squeeze the throttle lever and relax your grip
on the throttle lever to vary the engine speed.
Weeds tend to become clogged more when
operating at a steady speed and at trolling
speed. If weeds may have clogged the intake
area, clean the jet intake. (See page 99 for in-
formation on the jet intake.)
EJU40241After removing the watercraft from the
water
NOTICE
ECJ01310
Do not run the engine over 4000 r/min on
land. Also, do not run the engine for more
than 15 seconds without supplying water,
otherwise the engine could overheat.
After operating and removing the watercraft
from the water, promptly discharge the re-
maining water from the cooling water passag-
es.
To discharge water from the cooling water
passages:
(1) Make sure that the area around the wa-
tercraft is clear, and then start the engine.
(2) Discharge the remaining water out of the
cooling water passages by alternately
squeezing and releasing the throttle lever
quickly for 10 to 15 seconds.
(3) Stop the engine.
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Index
A
Adjustable tilt steering system.................. 30
Adjustable tilt steering system checks ..... 67
After removing the watercraft from the
water ..................................................... 84
Analog speedometer/tachometer ............. 40
B
Battery care .............................................. 86
Battery checks.......................................... 65
Battery, jumping ..................................... 100
Beaching and docking the watercraft ....... 83
Beverage holders ..................................... 52
Bilge pump fuse, replacing ..................... 102
Bilge water check ..................................... 65
Bilge water, draining................................. 58
Bilge water, draining on land .................... 58
Bilge water, draining on water .................. 59
Boarding alone ......................................... 78
Boarding and starting off from a dock ...... 82
Boarding the watercraft ............................ 78
Boarding with passenger(s) ..................... 79
Bow eye ................................................... 48
Bow storage compartment ....................... 49
Builder’s plate............................................. 2
C
Capsized watercraft ................................. 82
Check engine warning.............................. 45
Cleaning ................................................... 89
Cleaning the watercraft ............................ 86
Cleat ......................................................... 48
Cooling water pilot outlet .......................... 30
Cooling water pilot outlet check ............... 71
Craft Identification Number (CIN) ............... 1
Cruise assist............................................. 37
Cruising limitations ................................... 12
D
Digital speedometer ................................. 41
E
Emergency procedures ............................ 99
Engine break-in ........................................ 61
Engine compartment check...................... 64
Engine cover, removing and installing ..... 91
Engine idling speed check ....................... 71
Engine oil ................................................. 57
Engine oil and oil filter .............................. 94Engine oil level check............................... 65
Engine oil requirements ........................... 57
Engine overheat warning ......................... 44
Engine serial number ................................. 1
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check ....... 69
Engine shut-off switch .............................. 28
Engine stop switch ................................... 28
Engine unit check ..................................... 65
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ............ 20
Equipment ................................................ 46
F
Fire extinguisher check ............................ 70
Fire extinguisher holder and cover ........... 54
Fire extinguisher holder, cover, and
band checks.......................................... 70
Flushing the cooling water passages ....... 85
Fuel .......................................................... 55
Fuel level check ....................................... 64
Fuel level meter ........................................ 43
Fuel level warning .................................... 43
Fuel requirements .................................... 55
Fuel system checks .................................. 64
Fuses, replacing ..................................... 100
G
Getting to know your watercraft ............... 72
Glossary, watercraft ................................. 21
Glove compartment .................................. 50
H
Handgrip ................................................... 47
Hazard information ................................... 16
Hood check .............................................. 71
Hour meter/voltmeter ............................... 42
Hull and deck check ................................. 70
I
Identification numbers ................................ 1
Information display ................................... 41
J
Jet intake and impeller, cleaning .............. 99
Jet intake checks ...................................... 70
Jumper cables, connecting .................... 100
L
Labels, important ........................................ 4
Labels, other .............................................. 9
Labels, warning .......................................... 5
Launching the watercraft .......................... 73
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Index
Learning to operate your watercraft ......... 72
Leaving the watercraft .............................. 74
Limitations on who may operate the
watercraft .............................................. 11
Long-term storage .................................... 89
Low RPM Mode........................................ 35
Lubrication................................................ 89
M
Main components, location of .................. 22
Maintenance............................................. 91
Manufactured date label............................. 2
Model information....................................... 2
Multifunction information center ............... 40
Multifunction information center check ..... 71
N
No-wake mode ......................................... 36
O
Oil pressure warning ................................ 44
Operating in weeded areas ...................... 83
Operating the watercraft........................... 74
Operating the watercraft in reverse or
neutral ................................................... 77
Operating your watercraft......................... 72
Operation requirements ........................... 13
P
Periodic maintenance chart...................... 93
Post-launch checks .................................. 71
Post-operation care .................................. 85
Pre-launch checks.................................... 64
Pre-operation check points ...................... 64
Pre-operation checklist............................. 62
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ...... 1
Pull-up cleats (FX Cruiser HO)................. 49
Q
Quick Shift Trim System (Q.S.T.S.) ......... 33
Quick Shift Trim System (Q.S.T.S.)
checks................................................... 67
R
Reboarding grip........................................ 47
Reboarding step ....................................... 47
Recommended equipment ....................... 15
Remote control transmitter ....................... 26
Remote control transmitter check ............ 69
Riding position.......................................... 73
Rustproofing ............................................. 90S
Safe boating rules .................................... 19
Safety equipment check ........................... 70
Seats ........................................................ 46
Shift system.............................................. 32
Shift system checks ................................. 68
Start switch............................................... 28
Starting off ................................................ 81
Starting off from a trailer ........................... 82
Starting the engine on water .................... 73
Steering system ....................................... 29
Steering system checks ........................... 66
Stern drain plug checks ............................ 70
Stern eyes ................................................ 48
Stern storage compartment ...................... 51
Stopping the engine ................................. 74
Stopping the watercraft ............................ 76
Storage compartment checks .................. 69
Storage compartments ............................. 49
Submerged watercraft ............................ 104
Switch checks .......................................... 69
T
Throttle lever ............................................ 29
Throttle lever checks ................................ 68
Tool kit...................................................... 91
Towing the watercraft ............................. 103
Transporting on a trailer ........................... 60
Troubleshooting ....................................... 96
Troubleshooting chart .............................. 96
Turning the watercraft .............................. 75
W
Water separator ....................................... 31
Water separator check ............................. 64
Watercraft characteristics ......................... 16
Watercraft control functions ..................... 26
Watercraft operation functions ................. 32
Watercraft operation modes ..................... 35
Water-skiing ............................................. 18
Watertight storage compartments ............ 52
Y
Yamaha Security System ......................... 27
Yamaha Security System settings ........... 27
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