2012 YAMAHA FX HO Owners Manual

Safety information
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Make sure that the rope is not looped
around anything.
After checking that the skier is ready and
that there is no traffic or other obstacles, ap-
ply enough throttle to raise the skier.
●Make smooth, wide turns. The watercraft is
capable of very sharp turns, which could ex-
ceed the abilities of the skier. Keep the skier
at least 50 m (164 ft), about twice the dis-
tance of a standard ski rope, from any po-
tential hazard.
●Be alert to the hazard of the ski rope handle
snapping back at the watercraft when the
skier falls or is unable to get up on the skis.
●Towing heavy or bulky objects other than
skiers, such as another boat or watercraft,
can cause loss of steering control and cre-
ate a hazardous condition. If you must tow
another boat in an emergency situation, op-
erate slowly and cautiously.
EJU30970
Safe boating rules
Your Yamaha watercraft is legally considered
a powerboat. Operation of the watercraft must
be in accordance with the rules and regula-
tions governing the waterway on which it is
used.
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Safety information
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EJU30991
Enjoy your watercraft
responsibly
You share the areas you enjoy when riding
your watercraft with others and with nature.
So your enjoyment includes a responsibility to
treat these other people, and the lands, wa-
ters, and wildlife with respect and courtesy.
Whenever and wherever you ride, think of
yourself as the guest of those around you. Re-
member, for example, that the sound of your
watercraft may be music to you, but it could be
just noise to others. And the exciting splash of
your wake can make waves others won’t en-
joy.
Avoid riding close to shoreline homes and wa-
terfowl nesting areas or other wildlife areas,
and keep a respectful distance from fisher-
men, other boats, swimmers, and populated
beaches. When travel in areas like these is
unavoidable, ride slowly and obey all laws.
Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure
that the exhaust emission and sound levels of
your watercraft will continue to be within regu-
lated limits. You have the responsibility to
make sure that the recommended mainte-
nance in this owner’s/operator’s manual is
carried out.
Remember, pollution can be harmful to the
environment. Do not refuel or add oil where a
spill could cause damage to nature. Remove
your watercraft from the water and move it
away from the shoreline before refueling. Dis-
pose of water and any fuel and oil residue in
the engine compartment according to local
regulations. And keep your surroundings
pleasant for the people and wildlife that share
the waterways: don’t litter.
When you ride responsibly, with respect and
courtesy for others, you help ensure that ourwaterways stay open for the enjoyment of a
variety of recreational opportunities.
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Description
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EJU40302
Watercraft glossary
Trolling speed
“Trolling” is the lowest maneuvering speed. You are applying little or no throttle. The watercraft
is down in the water, and there is no wake.
Sub-planing speed
“Sub-planing” is a medium speed. The bow of the watercraft is slightly up from the water sur-
face, but you are still traveling through the water. There is a wake.
Planing speed
“Planing” is a faster speed. The watercraft is more level and is skimming on top of the water.
There is a wake.
Bow
The front end of the watercraft.
Stern
The rear end of the watercraft.
Starboard
The right side of the watercraft when facing forward.
Port
The left side of the watercraft when facing forward.
Bilge water
Water that has collected in the engine compartment.
Yamaha Engine Management System (YEMS)
YEMS is an integrated, computerized management system that controls and adjusts ignition
timing, fuel injection, engine diagnostics, and the off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
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Description
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EJU31011
Location of main components
Exterior
7
8
9
10
11
2
1
3456
1Fuel filler cap (page 55)
2Hood
3Handlebars
4Rear seat (page 46)
5Front seat (page 46)
6Footwell
7Bow eye (page 48)
8Hull
9Cooling water pilot outlet (page 30)
10Pull-up cleat (FX Cruiser HO) (page 49)
11Gunwale
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Description
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3
2
4
5
14
1312
1Boarding platform
2Reboarding grip (page 47)
3Stern storage compartment (page 51)
4Cleat (page 48)
5Handgrip (page 47)
6Reboarding step (page 47)
7Reverse gate (page 32)
8Jet thrust nozzle
9Ride plate
10Stern drain plug (page 58)
11Stern eye (page 48)
12Speed sensor13Intake grate
14Flushing hose connector
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Description
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12
678 9 5
341110 12 13 1514
16 17 18 19
202122
1Built-in watertight storage compartment
(page 52)
2Start switch (page 28)
3Engine shut-off switch (page 28)
4Clip (page 28)
5Remote control transmitter (page 26)
6Q.S.T.S. selector lock lever (page 33)
7Q.S.T.S. selector (page 33)
8Engine stop switch (page 28)
9Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) (page 28)
10“VOLT/HOUR” button (page 40)
11“SPEED/RPM” button (page 40)
12Up switch (page 37)
13Down switch (page 37)
14Throttle lever (page 29)
15Multifunction information center (page 40)
16Glove compartment (page 50)
17Removable beverage holder (page 52)
18Tilt lever (page 30)
19Shift lever (page 32)
20“NO-WAKE MODE” switch (page 36)21“SET” switch (page 37)
22Built-in beverage holder (page 52)
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Description
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Engine compartment
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7
9 8
6
2143
1Engine cover
2Air filter case
3Water separator (page 31)
4Fuel tank
5Battery (page 65)
6Electrical box
7Spark plug/Spark plug cap/Ignition coil
8Engine oil filler cap (page 57)
9Dipstick (page 57)
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Control function operation
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EJU31024
Watercraft control functions EJU42550Remote control transmitter
The Yamaha Security System and Low RPM
Mode settings can be selected by operating
the remote control transmitter. (See page 27
for Yamaha Security System setting proce-
dures and page 35 for Low RPM Mode activa-
tion procedures.)
Since the watercraft is programmed to recog-
nize the internal code from this transmitter
only, the settings can only be selected with
this transmitter.
If you accidentally lose your remote control
transmitter or if it is not operating properly,
contact a Yamaha dealer.
When operating the watercraft, always keep
the transmitter with you, such as by storing it
in the transmitter holder in the built-in water-tight storage compartment, so that it is not
lost.
NOTICE
ECJ00752
●The remote control transmitter is not
completely waterproof. Do not sub-
merge the transmitter or operate it un-
derwater. If the transmitter is
submerged, dry it with a soft, dry cloth,
and then check that it is operating prop-
erly. If the transmitter is not operating
properly, contact a Yamaha dealer.
●Keep the remote control transmitter
away from high temperatures and do not
place it in direct sunlight.
●Do not drop the remote control transmit-
ter, subject it to strong shocks, or place
any heavy items on it.
●Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the remote
control transmitter. Do not use deter-
gent, alcohol, or other chemicals.
●Do not attempt to disassemble the re-
mote control transmitter yourself. Other-
wise, the transmitter may not operate
properly. If the transmitter needs a new
battery, contact a Yamaha dealer. Refer
to local hazardous waste regulations
when disposing of transmitter batteries.
1Remote control transmitter
1Transmitter holder
1
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