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could fall, which could result in severe in-
jury.
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Pull-up cleats (FX Cruiser HO)
The pull-up cleats are used to attach a rope
to the watercraft when moorin YAMAHA FX HO 2015 Owners Manual Equipment operation
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could fall, which could result in severe in-
jury.
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Pull-up cleats (FX Cruiser HO)
The pull-up cleats are used to attach a rope
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could fall, which could result in severe in-
jury.
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Pull-up cleats (FX Cruiser HO)
The pull-up cleats are used to attach a rope
to the watercraft when mooring it.
To use a pull-up cleat, pull it up. The pull-up
cleat returns automatically to its original posi-
tion when released. WARNING! Do not use
the pull-up cleats to lift the watercraft. The
pull-up cleats are not designed to support
the watercraft’s weight. If the pull-up
cleats break, the watercraft could fall,
which could result in severe injury.
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Storage compartments
This watercraft is equipped with the following
storage compartments.
Only the securely closed watertight storage
compartments are waterproof. If you carry objects that must be kept dry, put them in a
waterproof bag.
Make sure that the storage compartments
are closed securely before operating the wa-
tercraft.
EJU42211Bow storage compartment
The bow storage compartment is located un-
der the hood.
To open the bow storage compartment:
Pull the hood latch rearward, and then lift up
the rear of the hood.
1
Cleat
1 Pull-up cleat
1
1
1Hood latch
1 Bow storage compartment
Bow storage compartment:
Capacity: 90.0 L (23.8 US gal, 19.8 Imp.gal)
Load limit:
5.0 kg (11 lb)
1
1
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To close the bow storage compartment:
Push the rear of the hood down to securely
lock it in place.
To drain water from the bow storage com-
partment:
(1) Remove the drain plug on the bottom ofthe storage compartment to drain the
water into the engine compartment.
(2) Securely install the drain plug in its origi- nal position.
EJU35164Glove compartment
The glove compartment is located in front of
the seat. To open the glove compartment:
Turn the glove compartment knob 90° to the
left or right, and then lift up the lid.
1
Drain plug
1
1Glove compartment knob
1 Glove compartment
Glove compartment:
Capacity: 7.0 L (1.8 US gal, 1.5 Imp.gal)
Load limit: 1.0 kg (2 lb)
1
1
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To close the glove compartment:
Lower the lid, and then turn the glove com-
partment knob to securely lock the lid in pla-
ce.
To drain water from the glove compartment:
(1) Remove the drain plug on the bottom ofthe glove compartment to drain the wa-
ter.
(2) Securely install the drain plug in its origi- nal position.
EJU42193Stern storage compartment
The stern storage compartment is located in
front of the boarding platform.
To open the stern storage compartment:
(1) Pull the rear of the stern storage com-partment latch on both sides of the stern
storage compartment lid outward, and
then unhook the front of the latch from
the hull.
(2) Open the lid.
To close the stern storage compartment:
(1) Close the lid.
1 Drain plug
1
1Stern storage compartment latch
1 Stern storage compartment lid
2 Stern storage compartment
Stern storage compartment:
Capacity:
17.0 L (4.5 US gal, 3.7 Imp.gal)
Load limit: 1.5 kg (3 lb)
1
1
2
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(2) Hook the front of the latch on both sidesof the lid onto the hull, and then push the
rear of the latch inward to securely lock it
in place.
TIP:
The ski rope slot in the stern storage com-
partment lid can be used to store the rope in
the stern storage compartment while the
rope is attached to the cleat.
EJU42301Beverage holders
This model is equipped with a built-in bever-
age holder and a removable beverage holder.
Do not place any items in the beverage hold-
ers while riding. Otherwise, the items may fall
out of the beverage holders.
Built-in beverage holder
The built-in beverage holder is located near
the starboard (right) side of the multifunction
information center. Removable beverage holder
The removable beverage holder is located in
the glove compartment. (See page 53 for in-
formation on the glove compartment.)
EJU42311Watertight storage compartments
This model is equipped with a built-in water-
tight storage compartment and a removable
watertight storage compartment.
These compartments are watertight when
their caps are closed securely.
Built-in watertight storage compartment
The built-in watertight storage compartment
is located near the port (left) side of the multi-
function information center.
1
Ski rope slot
1 Built-in beverage holder
1
1
1Removable beverage holder
1
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To open the built-in watertight storage com-
partment:
Loosen the cap and remove it.
To close the built-in watertight storage com-
partment:
Securely install the cap by tightening it until it
stops.
Removable watertight storage compart-
ment
The removable watertight storage compart-
ment is located under the rear seat.To open the removable watertight storage
compartment:
(1) Remove the rear seat. (See page 49 for
seat removal and installation proce-
dures.)
(2) Loosen the cap and remove it.
To close the removable watertight storage
compartment:
(1) Securely install the cap by tightening it until it stops.
(2) Securely install the rear seat in its original position.
1Cap
1 Built-in watertight storage compartment
Built-in watertight storage compart-
ment:
Capacity:
2.5 L (0.7 US gal, 0.6 Imp.gal)
Load limit: 1.0 kg (2 lb)
1
1
1Cap
1 Removable watertight storage compart-
ment
Removable watertight storage compart-
ment:
Capacity:
9.0 L (2.4 US gal, 2.0 Imp.gal)
Load limit: 3.0 kg (7 lb)
1
1
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EJU42391Fire extinguisher holder and cover
The fire extinguisher holder and cover are lo-
cated in the bow storage compartment.
To use the fire extinguisher holder and cover:
(1) Pull the hood latch rearward, and then liftup the rear of the hood.
(2) Unhook the band and remove the fire ex- tinguisher cover.
(3) Place the fire extinguisher in the holder, and then place the cover over the fire ex-
tinguisher.
(4) Securely fasten the cover and the fire ex- tinguisher with the band.
(5) Push the rear of the hood down to se- curely lock it in place. Make sure that the hood is securely closed before using the
watercraft.
1
Hood latch
1 Fire extinguisher holder and cover
2 Band
1
1
2
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(5) Loosen the fuel filler cap and remove it.
(6) Slowly add fuel to the fuel tank.
(7) Stop filling when the fuel level reachesapproximately 50 mm (2 in) from the top
of the fuel tank. Do not overfill the fuel
tank. Because fuel expands when it
heats up, heat from the engine or the sun
can cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank. Do not leave the watercraft with a full
tank in direct sunlight.
(8) Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately with a dry cloth.
(9) Securely install the fuel filler cap by tight- ening it until it clicks.
(10) Push the rear of the hood down to se- curely lock it in place. Make sure that the
1Fuel filler cap
Fuel tank capacity:
70 L (18.5 US gal, 15.4 Imp.gal)
1
1Top of the fuel tank
2 Approximately 50 mm (2 in) from top of the
fuel tank
1 Top of the fuel tank
2 Approximately 50 mm (2 in) from top of the
fuel tank
1
2
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fuel filler cap and the hood are securely
closed before using the watercraft.
(11) Securely install the seats in their original positions.EJU40291
Engine oil requirementsEJU41513Engine oil
NOTICE
ECJ00282
Use only 4-stroke engine oil. Usage of 2-
stroke engine oil could result in severe en-
gine damage.
TIP:
When the engine is operated at high speeds,
some engine oil may be consumed. Be sure
to check the engine oil level.
Checking the engine oil level
WARNING
EWJ00341
Engine oil is extremely hot immediately af-
ter the engine is turned off. Coming in con-
tact with or getting any engine oil on your
clothes could result in burns.
NOTICE
ECJ01002
Make sure that debris and water do not
enter the oil filler hole. Debris and water in
the engine oil can cause serious engine
damage.
To check the engine oil level:
(1) Place the watercraft in a precisely levelposition on land with the engine
stopped. If the engine was running, allow
the engine oil to settle by waiting 5 minu-
tes or more before checking the oil level.
(2) Remove the seats. (See page 49 for seat removal and installation procedures.)
Recommended engine oil type:SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40,
20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade: API SE,SF,SG,SH,SJ,SL
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