2014 YAMAHA FX SVHO stop start

Instrument operation
48
Water temperature
This display shows the ambient water tem-
perature “L TEMP” (lake temperature).
Air temperature
This display shows the ambient air tempera-
ture “E TEMP” (environmental temperature).
Average speed/Tripmeter/Trip timer
modes
Average speed, distance traveled, and trip
time are recorded once the “START/STOP”
button is pushed to start the measurements,
regardless of the current display.
TIP:
The measurements are performed only while
the engine is running.
The measurements are not saved if the en-
gine is stopped. The measurements are resetautomatically when the displays go off 25
seconds after the engine stops.
To start the measurements:
Push the “START/STOP” button for less than
1 second. The beeper sounds once and the
measurements start.
To stop the measurements:
Push the “START/STOP” button for less than
1 second while the measurements are being
recorded. The beeper sounds once and the
measurements stop.
To restart the measurements:
Push the “START/STOP” button for less than
1 second while the measurements are
stopped. The beeper sounds once and the
measurements restart.
To reset the measurements:
Push the “MODE/RESET” button for at least
2 seconds while the measurements are
stopped. The beeper sounds twice and the
measurements are reset.
1
“START/STOP” button
2 “MODE/RESET” button
1
2
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maining moisture in the engine compart-
ment with a dry cloth.
(4) Securely install the stern drain plugs by tightening them until they stop. NOTICE:
Before installing the stern drain plugs,
clean the drain plug threads and the
O-rings on the plugs to remove any
foreign materials, such as dirt or sand.
Otherwise, the stern drain plugs could
be damaged, allowing water to enter
the engine compartment. Check the
O-rings on the stern drain plugs and
make sure that the plugs are tightened
securely before launching the water-
craft. Otherwise, water may flood the
engine compartment and cause the
watercraft to submerge.
[ECJ00363]
EJU42171
Draining the bilge water on water
A small quantity of bilge water will remain in
the engine compartment even after the bilge
water is drained on water. To completely
drain the bilge water, remove the watercraft
from the water and drain the bilge water on
land.
Jet vacuum bilge draining system
While the watercraft is operating, bilge water
in the engine compartment is drawn in by the
vacuum that is generated in the jet pump and
discharged from the watercraft through the
jet thrust nozzle.
To drain the bilge water on water:
Operate the watercraft as straight as possible
and above planing speed for at least 2 min-
utes. NOTICE: Do not run the engine at full
throttle for at least 1 minute after the en-
gine has been restarted. Bilge water in the
engine compartment can splash into the engine, which can result in severe dam-
age.
[ECJ00554]
Electric bilge draining system
Bilge water in the engine compartment is
drawn in by the operation of the electric bilge
pump and discharged from the watercraft.
To drain the bilge water:
Start the engine to operate the electric bilge
pump.
TIP:
The electric bilge pump continues to operate
for a short time after the engine stops.
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Pre-operation checks
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EJU31982
WARNING
EWJ00412
Failure to inspect or maintain the watercraft properly increases the possibility of an ac-
cident or damage to the watercraft. Do not operate the watercraft if you find any prob-
lem. If a problem cannot be corrected by the procedures provided in this manual, have
the watercraft inspected by a Yamaha dealer.
EJU41233Pre-operation checklist
Before using this watercraft, be sure to perform the checks in the following checklist.
ITEMROUTINEPAGE
PRE-LAUNCH CHECKS
Engine compartment Ventilate the engine compartment.
Check inside the engine compartment for damage.
67
Fuel system Check the fuel system for leakage.
Check the fuel level in the fuel tank.
67
Water separator Check the water separator for water. 68
Engine unit Check the exterior of the engine unit for damage. 68
Engine oil level Check the engine oil level. 68
Bilge water Check the engine compartment for bilge water. 68
Battery Check the battery connections and electrolyte level. 68
Steering system Check the steering system for proper operation. 69
Adjustable tilt steering sys-
tem Check the adjustable tilt steering system for proper
operation and check that the handlebars are se-
curely locked in place.
70
Q.S.T.S. Check the Q.S.T.S. for proper operation and check
that the Q.S.T.S. selector is securely locked in
place. 70
Shift system Check the shift system for proper operation. 71
Throttle lever Check the throttle lever for proper operation. 71
Remote control transmitter Check the remote control transmitter for proper op-
eration.
72
Engine shut-off cord (lan-
yard) Check the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) for dam-
age.
72
Switches Check the start switch, engine stop switch, and en-
gine shut-off switch for proper operation.
72
Storage compartments Check the storage compartments for damage and
water.
72
Fire extinguisher holder,
cover, and band Check the fire extinguisher holder, cover, and band
for damage.
73
Fire extinguisher Check the condition of the fire extinguisher. 73
Safety equipment Check that safety equipment meeting the applica-
ble regulations is on board.
73
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EJU40113Remote 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 pro-
cedures.)
EJU32664Engine 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.
[EWJ01221]
EJU32676
Switch checks
NOTICE
ECJ01311
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 for proper 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, selectthe 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 im-
mediately.
EJU40102Storage compartment checks
Make sure that the storage compartments
are not damaged and that water has not col-
lected in the compartments. (See page 52 for
information on the storage compartments.)
1Clip
2 Engine shut-off switch
3 Start switch
4 Engine stop switch
5 Engine 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.
[EWJ00582]
(4) With the throttle lever released, push thestart switch (green button) to start the
engine. (See page 28 for information on
operating the start switch.)
EJU32863Stopping the engine
Release the throttle lever, and then push the
engine stop switch (red button) to stop the
engine. 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 severe
injury or death.
[EWJ00602]
EJU32873
Leaving the watercraft
If leaving the watercraft, remove the clip from
the engine shut-off switch to prevent acci-
dental starting or unauthorized operation by
children or others.
EJU40222Operating 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
is in the fully closed (idle) position. (See page
1 Clip
2 Engine shut-off switch
3 Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
12
3
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otherwise water can enter the engine,
which can result in severe damage.
[ECJ00542]
(3) Start the engine and operate the water-craft at planing speed to drain the bilge
water from the engine compartment.
(See page 61 for information on draining
the bilge water. If the engine does not
start, see “Towing the watercraft” on
page 108 or “Submerged watercraft” on
page 109.) 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.
[ECJ00554]
EJU42670
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 125 m (410 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.
[EWJ00602] 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.
[ECJ00473]
( 4 ) G e t o f f t h e w a t e r c r a f t a n d p u l l i t u p o n t h e 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 125 m (410 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.
[EWJ00602]
(4) Come alongside the dock and get off the watercraft.
EJU37194Operating in weeded areas
Always avoid using your watercraft in areas
where weed growth is thick. If operating in
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
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speed. If weeds may have clogged the intake
area, clean the jet intake. (See page 104 for
information on the jet intake.)
EJU40242After removing the watercraft from
the water
NOTICE
ECJ01311
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 pas-
sages.
To discharge water from the cooling water
passages:
(1) Make sure that the area around the wa- tercraft is clear, and then start the en-
gine.
(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 .... 70
After removing the watercraft from the water ..................................................... 88
Analog speedometer/tachometer ............ 40
B
Battery care.............................................. 90
Battery checks ......................................... 68
Battery, jumping ..................................... 105
Beaching and docking the watercraft ...... 87
Beverage holders ..................................... 55
Bilge pump fuse, replacing .................... 107
Bilge water check..................................... 68
Bilge water, draining ................................ 61
Bilge water, draining on land ................... 61
Bilge water, draining on water ................. 62
Boarding alone ......................................... 82
Boarding and starting off from a dock ..... 86
Boarding the watercraft ........................... 82
Boarding with passenger(s) ..................... 83
Bow eye ................................................... 51
Bow storage compartment ...................... 52
Builder’s plate ............................................ 2
C
Capsized watercraft ................................. 86
Check engine warning ............................. 45
Cleaning ................................................... 93
Cleaning the watercraft ............................ 90
Cleat ......................................................... 51
Cooling water pilot outlet check .............. 74
Cooling water pilot outlets ....................... 30
Craft Identification Number (CIN)............... 1
Cruise assist............................................. 37
Cruising limitations................................... 12
D
Digital speedometer ................................. 41
E
Emergency procedures .......................... 104
Engine break-in ........................................ 64
Engine compartment check ..................... 67
Engine cover, removing and installing ..... 95
Engine idling speed check ....................... 75
Engine oil ................................................. 60
Engine oil and oil filter .............................. 99 Engine oil level check ............................... 68
Engine oil requirements ........................... 60
Engine overheat warning.......................... 44
Engine serial number ................................. 1
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check ....... 72
Engine shut-off switch ............................. 28
Engine stop switch ................................... 28
Engine unit check ..................................... 68
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ............ 20
Equipment ................................................ 49
F
Fire extinguisher check ............................ 73
Fire extinguisher holder and cover........... 57
Fire extinguisher holder, cover, and
band checks ......................................... 73
Flushing the cooling water passages....... 89
Fuel .......................................................... 58
Fuel level check........................................ 67
Fuel level meter ........................................ 43
Fuel level warning..................................... 44
Fuel requirements .................................... 58
Fuel system checks ................................. 67
Fuses, replacing ..................................... 105
G
Getting to know your watercraft .............. 76
Glossary, watercraft ................................. 21
Glove compartment ................................. 53
H
Handgrip .................................................. 50
Hazard information................................... 16
Hood check .............................................. 74
Hour meter/voltmeter ............................... 42
Hull and deck check ................................ 73
I
Identification numbers ............................... 1
Information display................................... 41
J
Jet intake and impeller, cleaning............ 104
Jet intake checks ..................................... 73
Jumper cables, connecting .................... 105
L
Labels, important ....................................... 4
Labels, other .............................................. 9
Labels, warning .......................................... 5
Launching the watercraft ......................... 77
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