2021 YAMAHA FX HO recommended oil

Table of contents
General and important labels ........... 1Identification 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 outlet ................. 29
Water separator................................ 29
Watercraft operation ...................... 30Watercraft 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 ...................... 49Equipment..................................... 49
Seats ................................................ 49
Handgrip........................................... 50
Reboarding grip................................ 50
Reboarding step ............................... 50
Bow eye............................................ 51
Stern eyes ........................................ 51
Cleat ................................................. 51
Pull-up cleats (FX CRUISER HO) ..... 52
Storage compartments .................... 52
Fire extinguisher holder and cover ... 55
Optional part mounting bracket ....... 56
Operation and handling
requirements ................................... 57Fuel requirements ......................... 57
Fuel................................................... 57
Engine oil requirements ................ 59
Engine oil .......................................... 59
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Safety information
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Enjoy your watercraft responsibly
You share the areas you enjoy when riding
your watercraft with others and with nature.
So your enjoyment includes a responsibility
to treat these other people, and the lands,
waters, and wildlife with respect and courte-
sy.
Whenever and wherever you ride, think of
yourself as the guest of those around you.
Remember, for example, that the sound of
your watercraft may be music to you, but it
could be just noise to others. And the exciting
splash of your wake can make waves others
won’t enjoy.
Avoid riding close to shoreline homes and
waterfowl nesting areas or other wildlife ar-
eas, and keep a respectful distance from fish-
ermen, other boats, swimmers, and
populated beaches. When travel in areas like
these is unavoidable, ride slowly and obey all
laws.
Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure
that the exhaust emission and sound levels of
your watercraft will continue to be within reg-
ulated limits. You have the responsibility to
make sure that the recommended mainte-
nance in this owner’s/operator’s manual is
carried out.
Remember, pollution can be harmful to the
environment. Do not refuel or add oil where a
spill could cause damage to nature. Remove
your watercraft from the water and move it
away from the shoreline before refueling. Dis-
pose of water and any fuel and oil residue in
the engine compartment according to local
regulations. And keep your surroundings
pleasant for the people and wildlife that share
the waterways: don’t litter. When you ride responsibly, with respect and
courtesy for others, you help ensure that our
waterways stay open for the enjoyment of a
variety of recreational opportunities.
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Operation and handling requirements
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Engine oil requirementsEJU41514Engine oilECJ00282
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.
Why Yamalube
YAMALUBE oil is a Genuine YAMAHA Part
born of the engineers’ passion and belief that
engine oil is an important liquid engine com-
ponent. We form teams of specialists in the
fields of mechanical engineering, chemistry,
electronics and track testing, and have them
develop the engine together with the oil it will
use. Yamalube oils take full advantage of the
base oil’s qualities and blend in the ideal ba-
lance of additives to make sure the final oil
clears our performance standards. Thus,
Yamalube mineral, semisynthetic and syn- thetic oils have their own distinct characters
and value. Yamaha’s experience gained over
many years of research and development
into oil since the 1960’s helps make Yamalube the best choice for your Yamaha
engine.
Checking the engine oil level
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.
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 level position 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:
YAMALUBE 4W or 4-stroke motor oil
Recommended engine oil type: SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40,
20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade: API SG, SH, SJ, SL
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Care and storage
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egg, or vegetable oil. Call a physician im-
mediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flames, cigarettes, etc., well away.
If using or charging the battery in an en-
closed space, make sure that it is well
ventilated. Always shield your eyes when
working near batteries.
Keep out of the reach of children.
To remove the battery:
(1) Disconnect the negative (–) battery lead.
(2) Disconnect the positive (+) battery lead.
(3) Unhook the battery bands, and then re-move the battery from the watercraft.
Checking the battery
Make sure that the battery case is not dam-
aged.
Make sure that the battery terminals are
not corroded or damaged.
Checking the battery voltage and charging
the battery
It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer
check the battery voltage and charge the bat-
tery. Have a Yamaha dealer charge the bat-
tery as soon as possible if it seems to have
discharged. Keep in mind that the battery tends to discharge more quickly if the vehicle
is equipped with optional electrical accesso-
ries.
NOTICE: To charge a VRLA (Valve
Regulated Lead Acid) battery, a special
(constant-voltage) battery charger is re-
quired. Using a conventional battery char-
ger will damage the battery.
[ECJ02810]
Checking the battery bands
Make sure that the battery bands are not
damaged.
To store the battery:
(1) Clean the battery case using fresh water.
(2) If the battery terminals are dirty or cor- roded, clean them using a wire brush.
(3) Apply water-resistant grease to the bat- tery terminals.
1Negative (–) battery terminal: Black lead
2 Battery band
3 Positive (+) battery terminal: Red lead
1
231
Battery band
1 Battery terminal
1
1
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Maintenance
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EJU36943Engine oil and oil filterEWJ00341
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.
ECJ00992
Do not run the engine with too much or not
enough oil in the engine, otherwise the en-
gine could be damaged.
It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer
change the engine oil and the engine oil filter.
However, if you choose to change the oil and
filter on your own, consult a Yamaha dealer.
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Specifications
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Specifications
Watercraft capacity:
Maximum people on board:3 person
Maximum load capacity: 240 kg (530 lb)
Dimensions and weight:
Length:
3.58 m (140.9 in)
Width: 1.27 m (50.0 in)
Height: 1.23 m (48.4 in)
Dry weight: 379 kg (836 lb) (FX HO)
380 kg (838 lb) (FX CRUISER HO)
Performance:
Maximum output (according to ISO 8665/SAE
J1228):125.0 kW at 7600 r/min
Maximum fuel consumption:
49.7 L/h (13.1 US gal/h, 10.9 Imp.gal/h)
Cruising range at full throttle: 1.41 hour
Trolling speed: 1300 ±100 r/min
Engine:
Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, DOHC
Number of cylinders: 4
Engine displacement:
1812 cm³
Bore × stroke:
86.0 × 78.0 mm (3.39 × 3.07 in)
Compression ratio: 11.0 : 1
Valve clearance-intake (cold):
0.14–0.23 mm (0.0055–0.0091 in)
Valve clearance-exhaust (cold): 0.28–0.37 mm (0.0110–0.0146 in)
Lubrication system: Wet sump
Cooling system:
Water
Starting system: Electric Ignition system:
T.C.I.
Spark plug (NGK): LFR6A
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Battery capacity: 12 V, 18 Ah
Battery type: YTX20L-BS
Charging system:
Flywheel magneto
Drive unit:
Propulsion system:Jet pump
Jet pump type: Axial flow, single stage
Impeller rotation:
Counterclockwise
Jet thrust nozzle angle: 24+24 °
Jet thrust nozzle trim angle: -5, -3, 0, 3, 6 °
Fuel and oil:
Recommended fuel:Regular unleaded gasoline
Minimum octane rating (PON): 86
Minimum octane rating (RON):
90
Recommended engine oil: YAMALUBE 4W or 4-stroke motor oil
Recommended engine oil type SAE: SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 20W-40, 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade API:
API SG, SH, SJ, SL
Fuel tank total capacity: 70 L (18.5 US gal, 15.4 Imp.gal)
Engine oil quantity with oil filter replacement: 3.7 L (3.91 US qt, 3.26 Imp.qt)
Engine oil quantity without oil filter replacement:
3.5 L (3.70 US qt, 3.08 Imp.qt)
Engine oil total quantity: 5.3 L (5.60 US qt, 4.66 Imp.qt)
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