2018 YAMAHA FX SVHO ECO mode

Pre-operation checks
73
throttle lever returns automatically to its fully
closed (idle) position when released.
EJU40113Remote control transmitter check
Make sure that the remote control transmitter
operates properly. (See page 26 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 conti-
nue 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 27 to 27 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 26 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
1Clip
2Engine shut-off switch
3Start switch
4Engine stop switch
5Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
12 3
5 4
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Trouble recovery
100
EJU34562
Troubleshooting
If you have any trouble with your watercraft, use the troubleshooting chart to check for the
possible cause.
If you cannot find the cause, consult a Yamaha dealer.
EJU42784Troubleshooting 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)Ya m a h a S e -
curity SystemLock mode selected Select unlock mode
26
Engine shut-
off switchClip not in place Install clip
27
Fuse Burned out Replace fuse and
check wiring105
Battery Run down Recharge 90
Poor terminal con-
nectionsTighten as required
90
Terminal corroded Clean or replace 90
Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Engine does not
start (Starter motor
turns over)Throttle lever Squeezed Release 27
Faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
RiDE lever Squeezed Release 27
Faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Fuel Fuel tank empty Refill as soon as pos-
sible59
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—
Fuel injec-
tion systemFuel pump faulty Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
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Trouble recovery
102
Watercraft slow or
loses powerWatercraft
operation
modeLow RPM Mode acti-
vatedDeactivate Low RPM
Mode 35
Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 103
Impeller damaged or
wornHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer103
Engine over-
heat warningEngine speed reduc-
tion control activatedClean jet intake and
cool engine43
Oil pressure
warningEngine speed reduc-
tion control activatedAdd oil
43
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—
Electrical wir-
ingLoose connection Have serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Fuel Stale or contaminat-
edHave serviced by
Yamaha dealer—
Incorrect octane
numberUse correct fuel
59
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
110
Labels, warning .......................................... 5
Launching the watercraft ......................... 78
Learning to operate your watercraft ........ 77
Leaving the watercraft ............................. 79
Limitations on who may operate the
watercraft.............................................. 10
Long-term storage ................................... 93
Low RPM Mode ....................................... 35
Lubrication ............................................... 93
M
Main components, location of ................. 21
Maintenance ............................................ 94
Manufactured date label ............................ 2
Model information ...................................... 2
Multifunction display ................................ 44
Multifunction information center .............. 39
Multifunction information center check ... 75
N
No-wake mode ........................................ 36
O
Oil pressure warning ................................ 43
Operating in weeded areas ...................... 87
Operating the watercraft .......................... 79
Operating the watercraft in reverse or
neutral ................................................... 82
Operating your watercraft ........................ 77
Operation requirements ........................... 12
P
Periodic maintenance chart ..................... 96
Post-launch checks ................................. 75
Post-operation care ................................. 89
Pre-launch checks ................................... 69
Pre-operation check points ..................... 69
Pre-operation checklist ............................ 67
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number ...... 1
Pull-up cleats (FX Cruiser SVHO / FX
Limited SVHO) ...................................... 52
R
Raising the reverse gate ........................ 104
Reboarding grip ....................................... 50
Reboarding step ...................................... 50
Recommended equipment ...................... 14
Remote control transmitter ...................... 25
Remote control transmitter check ........... 73
RiDE lever................................................. 28RiDE lever checks .................................... 72
Riding position ......................................... 78
Rustproofing ............................................ 93
S
Safe boating rules .................................... 18
Safety equipment check .......................... 74
Seats ........................................................ 49
Shift indicator ........................................... 45
Shift system ............................................. 31
Shift system check ................................... 76
Start switch .............................................. 27
Starting off ............................................... 85
Starting off from a trailer .......................... 86
Starting the engine on water .................... 78
Steering system ....................................... 28
Steering system checks ........................... 71
Stern drain plug checks ........................... 74
Stern eyes ................................................ 51
Stern storage compartment ..................... 55
Stopping the engine ................................. 79
Stopping the watercraft ........................... 81
Storage compartment checks.................. 74
Storage compartments ............................ 52
Submerged watercraft ........................... 107
Switch checks .......................................... 73
T
Throttle lever ............................................ 28
Throttle lever checks ................................ 72
Tool kit ..................................................... 94
Towing the watercraft ............................ 107
Transporting on a trailer ........................... 65
Trim indicator ........................................... 45
Trim indicator check ................................ 76
Troubleshooting ..................................... 100
Troubleshooting chart ............................ 100
Turning the watercraft .............................. 80
W
Wakeboarding and water-skiing .............. 17
Water separator ....................................... 30
Water separator check ............................. 70
Watercraft characteristics ........................ 15
Watercraft control functions..................... 25
Watercraft information ............................. 45
Watercraft operation functions ................ 31
Watercraft operation modes .................... 35
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