2012 YAMAHA FX SHO ECO mode

Pre-operation checks
72
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 52 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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Operation
81
movement may occur. (See page 32 for infor-
mation on operating the shift lever.)
TIP:
This model is equipped with a function which
limits the engine speed in neutral.
EJU42450Boarding the watercraft
WARNING
EWJ01111
Be sure the operator and any passengers
have practiced boarding from the water
while still close to shore before riding. A
person who has made many unsuccessful
attempts to get back on the watercraft may
become fatigued and suffer from expo-
sure, increasing the risk of injury and
drowning.
Board the watercraft in water free from weeds
and debris and at least 60 cm (2 ft) deep fromthe bottom of the watercraft. NOTICE: Never
run the engine in water that is less than 60
cm (2 ft) deep from the bottom of the wa-
tercraft, otherwise pebbles or sand could
be sucked into the jet intake, causing im-
peller damage and engine overheating.
[ECJ00472]
EJU42460
Boarding alone
(1) From the rear of the watercraft, lower the
reboarding step with one hand and hold it
in place.
1Shift lever
2Neutral position
12
60 cm (2 ft)
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Trouble recovery
99
EJU34561
Troubleshooting
If you have any trouble with your watercraft, use the troubleshooting chart to check for the pos-
sible cause.
If you cannot find the cause, consult a Yamaha dealer.
EJU42351Troubleshooting chart
Confirm the possible cause and remedy, and then refer to the applicable page.
TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
Engine does not
start (Starter motor
does not turn over)Yamaha Se-
curity SystemLock mode selected Select unlock mode
27
Engine shut-
off switchClip not in place Install clip
28
Fuse Burned out Replace fuse and
check wiring103
Battery Run down Recharge 89
Poor terminal con-
nectionsTighten as required
89
Terminal corroded Clean or replace 89
Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Engine does not
start (Starter motor
turns over)Throttle lever Squeezed Release 28
Fuel Fuel tank empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible58
Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Spark plug
capNot connected or
looseHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Connected to wrong
cylinderHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Fuel injec-
tion systemFuel pump faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Throttle lever Faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
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Trouble recovery
101
Watercraft slow or
loses powerShift lever Not completely shift-
ed into forward posi-
tionPush lever forward
until it stops 32
Watercraft
operation
modeLow RPM Mode acti-
vatedDeactivate Low RPM
Mode 35
Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 102
Impeller damaged or
wornHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer102
Engine over-
heat warningEngine speed reduc-
tion control activatedClean jet intake and
cool engine44
Oil pressure
warningEngine speed reduc-
tion control activatedAdd oil
44
Spark plug Fouled or defective Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Incorrect heat range Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Gap incorrect Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Spark plug
capNot connected or
looseHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Electrical wir-
ingLoose connection Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Fuel Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Air filter Clogged Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Oil buildup Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Throttle lever Faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer— TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE
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Index
Learning to operate your watercraft ......... 75
Leaving the watercraft .............................. 77
Limitations on who may operate
the watercraft ........................................ 11
Long-term storage .................................... 92
Low RPM Mode........................................ 35
Lubrication................................................ 92
M
Main components, location of .................. 22
Maintenance............................................. 94
Manufactured date label............................. 2
Model information....................................... 2
Multifunction display (FX Cruiser SHO) ... 45
Multifunction information center ............... 40
Multifunction information center check ..... 74
N
No-wake mode ......................................... 36
O
Oil pressure warning ................................ 44
Operating in weeded areas ...................... 86
Operating the watercraft........................... 77
Operating the watercraft in reverse or
neutral ................................................... 80
Operating your watercraft......................... 75
Operation requirements ........................... 13
P
Periodic maintenance chart...................... 96
Post-launch checks .................................. 74
Post-operation care .................................. 88
Pre-launch checks.................................... 67
Pre-operation check points ...................... 67
Pre-operation checklist............................. 65
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ...... 1
Pull-up cleats (FX Cruiser SHO) .............. 52
Q
Quick Shift Trim System (Q.S.T.S.) ......... 33
Quick Shift Trim System (Q.S.T.S.)
checks................................................... 70
R
Reboarding grip........................................ 50
Reboarding step ....................................... 50
Recommended equipment ....................... 15
Remote control transmitter ....................... 26
Remote control transmitter check ............ 72
Riding position.......................................... 76Rustproofing ............................................. 93
S
Safe boating rules .................................... 19
Safety equipment check ........................... 73
Seats ........................................................ 49
Shift system.............................................. 32
Shift system checks ................................. 71
Start switch............................................... 28
Starting off ................................................ 84
Starting off from a trailer ........................... 85
Starting the engine on water .................... 76
Steering system ....................................... 29
Steering system checks ........................... 69
Stern drain plug checks ............................ 73
Stern eyes ................................................ 51
Stern storage compartment ...................... 54
Stopping the engine ................................. 77
Stopping the watercraft ............................ 79
Storage compartment checks .................. 72
Storage compartments ............................. 52
Submerged watercraft ............................ 107
Switch checks .......................................... 72
T
Throttle lever ............................................ 29
Throttle lever checks ................................ 71
Tool kit...................................................... 94
Towing the watercraft ............................. 106
Transporting on a trailer ........................... 63
Troubleshooting ....................................... 99
Troubleshooting chart .............................. 99
Turning the watercraft .............................. 78
W
Water separator ....................................... 31
Water separator check ............................. 67
Watercraft characteristics ......................... 16
Watercraft control functions ..................... 26
Watercraft operation functions ................. 32
Watercraft operation modes ..................... 35
Water-skiing ............................................. 18
Watertight storage compartments ............ 55
Y
Yamaha Security System ......................... 27
Yamaha Security System settings ........... 27
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