2019 YAMAHA FX SVHO Bow compartment

Table of contents
General and important labels ........... 1
Identification numbers .................... 1
Primary Identification (PRI-ID)
number............................................ 1
Craft Identification Number (CIN) ....... 1
Engine serial number.......................... 1
Manufactured date label .................... 2
Model information ........................... 2
Builder’s plate .................................... 2
Important labels .............................. 4
Warning labels.................................... 5
Other labels ........................................ 8
Safety information ........................... 10
Limitations on who may operate
the watercraft ............................. 10
Cruising limitations ........................ 11
Operation requirements ................ 12
Recommended equipment ........... 14
Hazard information........................ 15
Watercraft characteristics ............. 15
Wakeboarding and water-skiing ... 17
Safe boating rules ......................... 18
Enjoy your watercraft
responsibly ................................. 19
Description....................................... 20
Watercraft glossary ....................... 20
Location of main components ...... 21
Control function operation ............. 25
Watercraft control functions ......... 25
Yamaha Security System ................. 25
Engine stop switch .......................... 26
Engine shut-off switch .................... 26
Start switch ..................................... 26
Throttle lever .................................... 27
RiDE lever ........................................ 27
Steering system ............................... 27
Adjustable tilt steering system ......... 28
Cooling water pilot outlets ............... 29
Water separator................................ 29
Watercraft operation ...................... 30
Watercraft operation functions ..... 30
Shift system ..................................... 30
Electric trim system .......................... 32
Watercraft operation modes ......... 34
Reverse assist .................................. 34
T.D.E. (thrust directional
enhancer) ...................................... 34
No-wake mode ................................. 35
Drive control mode ........................... 36
Cruise assist ..................................... 38
Instrument operation ...................... 40
Multifunction information center ... 40
Operation buttons ............................ 41
Touch screen.................................... 41
Status area ....................................... 42
Home screen ................................... 42
Information screen .......................... 43
Drive control mode screen .............. 44
Setting menu screen ....................... 44
Engine lock screen .......................... 46
Warning function .............................. 46
Equipment operation ...................... 49
Equipment..................................... 49
Seats ................................................ 49
Handgrip........................................... 50
Reboarding grip................................ 50
Reboarding step ............................... 50
Bow eye............................................ 51
Stern eyes ........................................ 51
Cleat ................................................. 51
Pull-up cleats (FX Cruiser SVHO /
FX Limited SVHO) ......................... 52
Storage compartments .................... 52
Fire extinguisher holder and cover ... 56
Optional part mounting bracket ....... 56
Operation and handling
requirements ................................... 57
Fuel requirements ......................... 57
Fuel................................................... 57
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Description
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EJU43331
Watercraft glossary
Trolling speed
“Trolling” is the lowest maneuvering speed. You are applying little or no throttle. The water-
craft 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.
Reverse with Intuitive Deceleration Electronics (RiDE)
RiDE is an electronic system that controls the reverse, neutral, and deceleration operations of
the watercraft.
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could fall, which could result in severe in-
jury.
[EWJ01511]
EJU34894
Pull-up cleats (FX Cruiser SVHO / FX
Limited SVHO)
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-upcleats break, the watercraft could fall,
which could result in severe injury.
[EWJ00822]
FX Cruiser SVHO
FX Limited SVHO
EJU35148Storage compartments
This watercraft is equipped with the following
storage compartments.
Only the securely closed watertight storage
compartment is waterproof. If you carry ob-
jects that must be kept dry, put them in a wa-
terproof bag.
Make sure that the storage compartments
are closed securely before operating the wa-
tercraft.
EJU45250Bow storage compartment
The bow storage compartment is located un-
der the hood.
1Cleat
1
1Pull-up cleat
1Pull-up cleat
1
1
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To open the bow storage compartment:
Pull the hood latch rearward, and then lift up
the rear of the hood.To close the bow storage compartment:Push the rear of the hood down to securely
lock it in place.
EJU45080Glove compartment
The glove compartment is located in front of
the seat.
To open the glove compartment:
Unhook the glove compartment latch, and
then lift up the lid.
1Hood latch
1Bow storage compartment
Bow storage compartment:
Capacity:
130.0 L (34.3 US gal, 28.6 Imp.gal)
Load limit:
5.0 kg (11 lb)
1
1
1Glove compartment latch
1Glove compartment
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 lift
up 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 thehood is securely closed before using the
watercraft.
EJU45291Optional part mounting bracket
A mounting bracket for installing optional
parts is located near the port (left) side of the
multifunction information center.
1Hood latch
1Fire extinguisher holder and cover
2Band
1
1
2
1Optional part mounting bracket
Load limit:
1.0 kg (2.2 lb)
1
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(6) Loosen the engine oil filler cap and re-
move it.
(7) Slowly add engine oil.
TIP:
The difference between the minimum and
maximum level marks on the dipstick is equal
to approximately 1 L (1.06 US qt, 0.88 Imp.qt)
of engine oil.
(8) Wait approximately 5 minutes to allow
the engine oil to settle, and then check
the engine oil level again.
(9) Repeat steps 3–8 until the engine oil is at
the proper level.
(10) Securely install the engine oil filler cap by
tightening it until it stops.
(11) Securely install the seats in their original
positions.
EJU40022
Draining the bilge water
NOTICE
ECJ01302
Do not run the engine at full throttle when
bilge water remains in the engine com-
partment. The bilge water can splash into
the engine, which can result in severe
damage.
EJU44260Draining the bilge water on land
To drain the bilge water on land:
(1) Loosen the stern drain plugs and remove
them.
(2) Raise the bow of the watercraft, such as
by placing the watercraft on a slope, to
drain the bilge water from the engine
compartment.
(3) After the bilge water has drained from the
stern drain plug holes, wipe up any re-
maining moisture in the engine compart-
ment with a dry cloth.
(4) Check that the stern drain plugs and O-
rings on the plugs are not damaged and
that there is no foreign material on the
threads or O-rings on the plugs.
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 stern1Engine oil filler cap
1
1Stern drain plug
1
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(7) Securely install the fuse box cover in its
original position.
(8) Securely install the electrical box cover in
its original position.
(9) Slide the locks to their original positions
to securely lock the electrical box cover
in place.
(10) Securely install the removable watertight
storage compartment and seats in their
original positions.
If the fuse immediately blows again, the elec-
trical system may be defective. If this occurs,
have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft.
EJU34716Towing the watercraft
WARNING
EWJ00812
The operator of the towing boat must
keep speed to a minimum and avoid
traffic or obstacles which could be a
hazard to the operator on the water-
craft.
The towline should be long enough so
that the watercraft will not collide with
the towing boat when slowing down.
If the watercraft becomes inoperative in the
water, it can be towed to shore.To tow the watercraft:
Use a towline that is three times the com-
bined length of the towing boat and the wa-
tercraft.
(1) Securely attach the towline to the bow
eye of the watercraft being towed.
(2) Sit astride the seat and hold on to the
handlebars in order to balance the water-
craft. NOTICE: The bow must be kept
up out of the water during towing, oth-
erwise water could flood the engine
compartment or water could flow
back into the engine, causing severe
engine damage.
[ECJ01331]
Tow the watercraft at 8 km/h (5 mph) or less.
NOTICE: Tow the watercraft at 8 km/h (5
mph) or less, otherwise water could flood
the engine compartment or water could
flow back into the engine, causing severe
engine damage.
[ECJ01322]
EJU36156
Submerged watercraft
If the watercraft is submerged or flooded with
water, drain the bilge water from the engine
compartment. Then, have a Yamaha dealer
service the watercraft as soon as possible.
If the watercraft was submerged:
(1) Remove the watercraft from the water
and drain the water from the storage
compartments. (See page 52 for infor- Fuse amperage:
Electronic throttle valve fuse:
10 A
Fuel pump fuse:
10 A
Main relay drive fuse:
10 A
Main fuse:
20 A
Battery fuse:
30 A
SCU fuse:
50 A
1Bow eye
1
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Index
A
Adjustable tilt steering system ................. 28
Adjustable tilt steering system checks .... 69
After removing the watercraft from the
water ..................................................... 85
B
Battery care.............................................. 87
Battery checks ......................................... 67
Battery, jumping ..................................... 101
Beaching and docking the watercraft ...... 84
Beverage holder ....................................... 55
Bilge water check..................................... 67
Bilge water, draining ................................ 60
Bilge water, draining on land ................... 60
Bilge water, draining on water ................. 61
Boarding alone ......................................... 80
Boarding and starting off from a dock ..... 83
Boarding the watercraft ........................... 80
Boarding with passenger(s) ..................... 81
Bow eye ................................................... 51
Bow storage compartment ...................... 52
Builder’s plate ............................................ 2
C
Capsized watercraft ................................. 83
Cleaning ................................................... 90
Cleaning the watercraft ............................ 87
Cleat ......................................................... 51
Cooling water pilot outlet check .............. 73
Cooling water pilot outlets ....................... 29
Craft Identification Number (CIN)............... 1
Cruise assist............................................. 38
Cruising limitations................................... 11
D
Drive control mode................................... 36
Drive control mode screen ....................... 44
E
Electric trim system.................................. 32
Electric trim system check ....................... 70
Emergency procedures .......................... 100
Engine break-in ........................................ 63
Engine compartment check ..................... 66
Engine cover, removing and installing ..... 91
Engine idling speed check ....................... 73
Engine lock screen ................................... 46
Engine oil ................................................. 59Engine oil and oil filter .............................. 95
Engine oil level check ............................... 67
Engine oil requirements ........................... 59
Engine serial number ................................. 1
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard) check ....... 70
Engine shut-off switch ............................. 26
Engine stop switch ................................... 26
Engine unit check ..................................... 67
Enjoy your watercraft responsibly ............ 19
Equipment ................................................ 49
F
Fire extinguisher check ............................ 71
Fire extinguisher holder and cover........... 56
Fire extinguisher holder, cover, and
band checks ......................................... 71
Flushing the cooling water passages....... 86
Fuel .......................................................... 57
Fuel level check........................................ 66
Fuel requirements .................................... 57
Fuel system checks ................................. 66
Fuses, replacing ..................................... 102
G
Getting to know your watercraft .............. 74
Glossary, watercraft ................................. 20
Glove compartment ................................. 53
H
Handgrip .................................................. 50
Hazard information................................... 15
Home screen ............................................ 42
Hood check .............................................. 72
Hull and deck check ................................ 71
I
Identification numbers ............................... 1
Information screen ................................... 43
J
Jet intake and impeller, cleaning............ 100
Jet intake checks ..................................... 71
Jet thrust nozzle and reverse gate
check .................................................... 71
Jumper cables, connecting .................... 101
L
Labels, important ....................................... 4
Labels, other .............................................. 8
Labels, warning .......................................... 5
Launching the watercraft ......................... 75
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