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2008 WaveRunner FX SHO FX Cruiser SHO OWNER`S

1. cceeseeeee ees 75 Right multifunction display and operation buttons for FX Cruiser SHO ccccseeeeeeeeeees 52 Rough water operation cccceseeeeeeees 83 RPM indicator light 0 ceeeeeeeeeees 47 Rules of the Road ccccssseeeeeseeeeeeees 20 S Seat storage compartment 6608 57 DEAS ae E EE 30 Selecting the operation mode 42 SET SWING ester seh ee arte ee 34 Shift cable CHECKING cccccseeeeeeeeeeees 94 SHIM leVr nanea a nate 36 Shift lever and reverse gate 0008 68 Spark plugs cleaning and adjusting 96 SPEED indicator light cccccseeeees 47 otar labels soose ee eee ee 3 Start SWICH cccceeccseseeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeseeeeees 34 Starting the engine ee eceeeeeeeeeeeeees 72 Starting the watercraft ccceeeeseeeees 76 Steering system cececcsseeeeeeeeeeeees 35 67 Stern drain PlUGS cccseseeecssseeeeeeeeeeees 66 Stem EVES coari essen recs aa i 40 Stopping the engine cccceseeeeeeeeeees 74 Stopping the watercraft cccceeeeee 82 Ol GE anst vel Wades a 86 Storage compartments cccceseeeeees 55 Submerged watercraft c cseceeeeeees 109 SWIICNES 20 cceeceeeeceecseeeecereecceeeesoeseess 70 Switches right handlebar 000 34 T Throttle cable checking and adjust
2. ccccssseeeeeeeeeeeees 31 UCI TANK MNG essas 60 Fuses FEPIACING ccccceseceeeseeenseeeenes 108 G GASONMO a aia tees etait teens 59 Gasoline 2 evi eee eee ee 59 Getting to know your watercraft 74 Glove compartment ccccseeeeeeeeeeees 56 H wo 21010 6 peer treeen Perret a 39 Hazard information cccccccceeseeeeeeeeees 16 HOOI sectedateientacwc Chae ee eee 31 Hour meter voltmeter cccseeeeeeeees 50 Hul and COCK bays cach eee ioris retensi irens 63 Hull Identification Number HIN 1 I Identification NUM ETrS 0ccceeeeeeeeeees 1 Important labels ccccescessseeeeseeeeseeeees 5 J JOU MaKe seese 69 Jet intake and impeller cleaning 106 Jet thrust nozzle angle checking 94 Jumper cables connecting 66 107 L Labels other cieecsset tee taceecaceeldacctlsevtenoskied ds 8 Labels warning sis icscsstssisotavetaces atsedinietaceays 6 Launching the watercraft ccsee 72 Learning to operate your watercraft 74 Leaving the watercraft c ccseeeeeeees 74 Left multifunction display and operation buttons ccccseeseeeeeeeees 48 Limitations on who may operate the Walercrall t c2cc see cxeseeeceetceicnls 10 Limited Warranty cccccssseesseeeeneeeeens 110 L MODE indicator light c00 48 PUDMCATION sace1cacc
3. 34 70 CRUISC ASSIS S22 hace nasa seccietccncsce leech acai sass 44 Cruising limitations ccccseeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 11 D Digital speedometer ccceeeeeeeeeees 49 Docking the watercraft cccssseeeees 83 E Emergency procedules cccceeeeee 106 Emission control information c00 2 Engine breakiin ccceccceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 71 Engine compartment ccceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 63 ENING Ollora E 60 Engine oil and oil filter cccceeeeeeeees 93 Engine Oil levelere 63 Engine overheat warning indicator 51 Engine serial number ccsccceeeeeeeeeeees 1 Engine shut off cord ccccccsseeeeeeeeeeeees 70 Engine shut off switch ccsceeeeseeees 33 Engine Stop SWIItCH ccccceseeeeeeeeeeeeees 33 Enjoy your watercraft responsibly 25 Fire extinguisher Sisirin 67 Flushing the cooling system 0008 86 Front storage compartment c008 56 PUG ANIC Olle tete cca rat eats tated oe 59 Fuel injection system 101 Fuel NOVO a2 sccpeticicars ihe eee aie 63 Fuel level meter ccccseecceeeeseeeeeeeeeees 49 Fuel level warning indicator 0006 50 Fuel system cccceeccseeceeeeceeeeseeeeseeeeees 87 Fuel system Checking cccccsseeeeeeeees 93 Fuel tank ccccceeccceeeceseeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeseeeeees 93 Fuel tank filler cap
4. 1 Seat latch To remove the front seat 1 Remove the rear seat 2 Pull the front seat latch up and then pull the seat off 1 Seat latch 30 Features and functions To install the front seat 1 Insert the projections on the front of the seat into the stays on the deck and then push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place 2 Install the rear seat NOTE _ __ yy Make sure that the seats are securely in stalled before operating the watercraft 31 EJU36681 Hood To open the hood pull the visor up and then lift up the hood 1 Visor To close the hood push down on the center of the hood until it latches securely K lt Yi O pe NOTE _ Make sure that the hood is securely closed before operating the watercraft EJU36690 Fuel tank filler cap The fuel tank filler cap is located under the hood To remove the fuel tank filler cap open the hood and then turn the cap counterclockwise See page 31 for hood opening and closing procedures ne 1 Fuel tank filler cap NOTE _ Make sure that the fuel tank filler cap and the hood are securely closed before operating the watercraft EJU34843 Remote control transmitter The Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode settings are selected using the remote control transmitter See Yamaha Security System on page 40 for information on using the remote control transmitter ECJ00750 CAUTI
5. 5 Have the second passenger pull him or herself up onto the boarding platform into a kneeling position then crawl onto the seat as the watercraft accelerates 6 Gradually increase the speed to balance the watercraft Operation ride plate while pushing down on the gun wale with your right hand or foot EJU33230 Capsized watercraft If the watercraft capsizes turn it over immedi ately Be sure to carefully follow the procedures be low to prevent injury or damage to the water craft EWJ00670 IMPROPER UPRIGHTING CAN CAUSE IN JURY e Be sure to shut the engine off by pulling on the engine shut off cord to remove the clip from the engine shut off switch e Do not put your hands in the intake grate ECJ00530 CAUTION If the watercraft capsizes release the throttle lever immediately Oil could flow into the air filter case and the engine could be damaged 1 Remove the clip from the engine shut off switch 2 Swim to the rear of the watercraft Pull the watercraft over with your left hand on the NOTE If the port left side of the capsized watercraft is tilting up push down on the gunwale so that the port left side is down before turning the watercraft clockwise ECJ00540 CAUTION Do not turn the watercraft over counter clockwise otherwise water can enter the engine which can result in severe dam age 3 Start the engine and operate the water craft to discharge any w
6. abnormal strain neglect or abuse A These terms are general and overlap each other in areas Specific examples include Running the watercraft out of oil operating the machine with a broken or damaged part which causes another part to fail and so on If you have any specific questions on operation or maintenance please contact your Yamaha dealer for advice Q Does the warranty cover incidental costs such as transportation due to a failure A No The warranty is limited to repair of the watercraft itself Q May perform any or all of the recommended maintenance shown in the Owner s Operator s Manual instead of having the dealer do them A Yes if you are a qualified mechanic and follow the procedures specified in the Owner s Operator s and Service Manual We do rec ommend however that items requiring special or equipment be done by a Yamaha dealer Q Will the warranty be void or cancelled if do not operate or maintain my new watercraft exactly as specified in the Owner s Opera tor s Manual A No The warranty on a new watercraft cannot be voided or cancelled However if a particular failure is caused by operation or maintenance other than as shown in the Owner s Operator s Manual that failure may not be covered under warranty What responsibility does my dealer have under this warranty Each Yamaha dealer is expected to 1 Completely set up each new watercraft before sale 2 Explain the op
7. 1 UNLOCK indicator light NOTE _ __ The lock and unlock modes of this system can only be selected while the engine is stopped LOCK When the lock button on the remote control transmitter is pressed briefly the beeper sounds once and the UNLOCK indicator light goes off This indicates the lock mode is selected and the engine cannot be started UNLOCK When the unlock button on the remote control transmitter is pressed briefly the beeper sounds two or three times and the UNLOCK indicator light comes on This indicates the 41 unlock mode is selected and the engine can be started NOTE gt The beeper sounds two times for the normal mode or three times for the low RPM mode See the items in Selecting the operation mode for operation mode information Engine can be started m Unlock Unlock low RPM mode EJU36780 Selecting the operation mode There are two operation modes in the unlock mode of the Yamaha Security System the normal mode and the low RPM mode The normal mode and low RPM mode can only be selected when the engine is stopped in the unlock mode Press the unlock button on the remote control transmitter for more than 4 seconds to switch between the normal mode and the low RPM mode Normal mode The watercraft can be ridden normally in this mode If the beeper sounds two times the normal mode is activated Number of beeps Yamaha Security System
8. WARNING indicator light L MODE indicator light The WARNING indicator light blinks or The L MODE indicator light comes on when comes on together with a warning indicator the low RPM mode is selected See page 42 when a malfunction has occurred for more information 1 WARNING indicator light 1 L MODE indicator light EJU34990 EJU35021 UNLOCK indicator light Left multifunction display and operation The UNLOCK indicator light comes on when buttons the unlock mode of the Yamaha Security Sys The left multifunction display is equipped with tem is selected The watercraft can be ridden the following functions normally when this light is on See page 41 for more information 1 Fuel level meter 2 Fuel level warning indicator 3 Hour meter voltmeter 4 Digital soeedometer 5 Oil pressure warning indicator 6 Check engine warning indicator 7 Engine overheat warning indicator 1 UNLOCK indicator light 48 Features and functions The following operation buttons are on the left Kilometers are selected as the display units side of the multifunction information center at the Yamaha factory Speed RPM 1 Speed RPM button 2 Volt Hour button EJU37080 Digital speedometer The digital soeedometer shows the watercraft speed against water 1 SPEED indicator light EJU31511 Fuel level meter The fuel level meter is provide
9. ing have him or her follow the same pro cedure 78 Operation NOTE ___ When a passenger is boarding both the pas sengers and the operator should try to bal ance the watercraft 5 Check that the passengers have their feet on the floor of the footwell and are securely holding on to the person in front of them or to the handgrip provided Nev er allow a passenger to ride in front of the operator 6 Start the engine look in all directions and then accelerate to planing speed EWJ00610 Before starting off make sure that there are no boats swimmers or obstacles around you NOTE ___ y The heavier the total weight of the operator and passengers the more difficult it will be to balance the watercraft Do not operate the watercraft when the total weight exceeds 240 kg 530 Ib including any cargo If it is difficult to balance the watercraft at a standstill pro ceed as follows 1 While the passengers are steadying the watercraft pull yourself up onto the boarding platform into a kneeling posi T9 tion and then move to the seat and sit astride to balance the watercraft 2 Have a passenger pull him or herself up onto the boarding platform into a kneeling position then move to the seat and sit astride to balance the watercraft 3 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 4 Start the engine and keep it at idle
10. ize yourself with the operation of the water craft to achieve the skill level necessary to enjoy riding safely Before operating this watercraft read this owner s operators manual the Riding Prac tice Guide the Riding Instruction card and all warning and caution labels on the watercraft Pay particular attention to the safety informa tion on page 10 Also watch the Basic Orien tation Video provided with your watercraft These materials should give you an under standing of the watercraft and its operation Remember This watercraft is designed to carry the operator and up to 2 passengers Never exceed the maximum load limit or allow more than 3 persons or 2 persons if a water skier is being pulled to ride the watercraft at any time Maximum load 240 kg 530 Ib Load is the total weight of cargo oper ator and passengers EJU32990 Learning to operate your watercraft Before operating the watercraft always per form the pre operation checks listed on page 61 The short time spent checking the water craft will reward you with added safety and re liability 74 Operation Check state and local laws before operating your watercraft Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft Select a wide area to learn in where there is good visibility and light boat traffic a O w Use the buddy system operate with some one nearby Scan co
11. The watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury EJU31370 Yamaha Engine Management System YEMS This model is equipped with an integrated computerized management system that con trols and adjusts ignition timing fuel injection engine diagnostics and the off throttle steer ing OTS system EJU36760 Yamaha Security System The Yamaha Security System functions to help prevent unauthorized use or theft of the watercraft The engine cannot be started if the security system is in the lock mode The en gine can only be started in the unlock mode The lock and unlock modes of the security system are selected using the remote control transmitter that is included with this water craft NOTE Since the watercraft is programmed to recog nize the internal code from this transmitter only the security system setting can only be changed with this transmitter If you lose the remote control transmitter or if it does not op 40 Features and functions erate properly contact a Yamaha dealer Depending on the selected Yamaha Security See page 32 for operation of the remote con System setting the UNLOCK indicator light trol transmitter will come on or go off 1 Lock button 1 Remote control transmitter 2 Unlock button EJU36770 Yamaha Security System settings The Yamaha Security System settings are se lected by pressing the lock or unlock button on the remote control transmitter briefly
12. and then grasp the handgrip with one hand 2 Pull yourself up to a kneeling position on the platform and then move to the seat and sit astride 3 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 4 Grip the handlebars with both hands place both feet on the floor of the footwell start the engine and then look in all direc tions before starting off NOTE _ _ This watercraft is equipped with a reboarding step which you can lower to make reboarding easier The step returns automatically to the up position after you have boarded EWJ00610 Before starting off make sure that there are no boats swimmers or obstacles around you EJU33162 Boarding with passengers EWJO00660 Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of being near the jet thrust nozzle Do not ap ply throttle until the passengers are seated with their feet on the floor of the footwell and are securely holding on to the person in front of them or to the handgrip provid ed Operation 1 Climb on board as noted in the previous section and sit astride the seat 2 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 3 Have the passengers move to the rear of the watercraft 4 Have a passenger board and sit astride the seat If a second passenger is board
13. buoyage Simply put buoys and markers have an arrangement of shapes colors num bers and lights to show which side of the buoy a boater should pass on when navigat ing in a particular direction The markings on these buoys are oriented from the perspective of being entered from seaward the boater is going towards the harbor Red buoys are passed on your starboard right side when proceeding from open water into the harbor and black buoys are to your port left side An easy way to remember the meaning of the colors is the phrase red right returning When navigating out of the harbor your posi tion with respect to the buoys should be re versed red buoys should be to port and black buoys to starboard Many bodies of water used by boaters are en tirely within the boundaries of a particular state The Uniform State Waterway Marking System has been devised for these waters This system uses buoys and signs with dis tinctive shapes and colors to show regulatory or advisory information These markers are white with black letters and orange borders 22 A Safety information They signify speed zones restricted areas danger areas and general information MAIN CHANNEL BUOYS LIGHTED BUOY Port Handy Odd number increasing toward head of naviga tion Leave to port left proceeding upstream a White Light l Green Light LIGHTED BUOY Starboard Handy Even number increasing toward head of naviga tion L
14. lt a NOTE This model is equipped with a function which limits the engine speed in reverse EJU33350 Rough water operation The force of landing after jumping can cause a strong impact on both the watercraft and the operator and passengers It is possible for the operator to hit his or her chest or jaw on the watercraft or handlebars and be injured The passengers could also impact the watercraft and be injured Do not operate the watercraft with your chin right above the handlebars In addition the operator and passengers should keep their feet on the floor of the footwell Operating in rough water or jumping waves can also crack the watercraft hull and deck and damage internal parts Avoid operating in rough water or bad weather conditions EJU37140 Post operation care To keep your watercraft in top shape always take it out of the water after using it and per form the following procedures Leaving the watercraft in the water for extended periods will accelerate the rate of normal deterioration of the jet unit components and hull finish Ma rine organisms and corrosion are some of the conditions that can adversely affect the life of many watercraft components 1 Remove the watercraft from the water 2 Wash down the hull handlebars and jet unit with fresh water 3 Remove the seat and check the engine compartment for water To drain excess water remove the stern drain plugs and then raise the bow of the watercr
15. a torque procedures wrench as soon as possible 4 Install the spark plug cap and then install the spark plug cap bolts and tighten them to the specified torque NOTE __ e Wipe off any water on the spark plug or in side the spark plug cap before installing the cap Push the spark plug cap down until it is securely installed e If the spark plug cap nearest the stern was 1 Adjuster removed secure the wiring harness by in Steering cable handlebar end stalling the plastic tie after installing the cap Spark plug cap bolt tightening torque 7 6 Nm 5 6 ft lb 0 77 kgf m EWJ00350 Be careful not to damage the insulator when removing or installing a spark plug A damaged insulator could allow sparks to escape which could result in a fire or ex plosion Steering cable jet thrust nozzle end e QSTS rod jet thrust nozzle end 5 Install the engine cover and engine cover screws and then install the seats EJU36970 Lubrication points To keep moving parts sliding or rotating smoothly coat them with water resistant grease Recommended water resistant grease Yamaha Marine Grease Yamaha Grease A e Throttle cable handlebar end Loosen the adjuster and disconnect the outer cable from the bracket Spray a rust inhibitor into the outer cable Connect the outer cable and then adjust the throttle ca 98 Maintenance and care Shift cable shift lever end e Intermediate housi
16. in Compression ratio 8 6 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 01 10 0 0146 in Lubrication system Wet sump Cooling system Water Starting system Electric Ignition system T C I Specifications Spark plug LFR6A Spark plug gap 0 8 0 9 mm 0 031 0 035 in Battery capacity 12 V 19 0 Ah 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 0 24 0 Jet thrust nozzle trim angle 10 5 0 5 10 Fuel and oil Recommended fuel Regular unleaded gasoline Minimum octane rating PON 86 Minimum octane rating RON 90 Recommended engine oil type SAE SAE 10W 30 10W 40 20W 40 20W 50 Recommended engine oil grade API API SE SF 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 1 L 3 28 US qt 2 73 Imp qt Engine oil quantity without oil filter replacement 3 0 L 3 17 US qt 2 64 Imp qt Engine oil total quantity 4 3 L 4 55 US qt 3 78 Imp qt 102 Trouble recovery EJU34560 Troubleshooting If you have any trouble with your watercraft use this section to check for the possible cause If you cannot find the cause or if the procedure for replacement or repair is not described in this owner s operators
17. know your watercraft 74 na Sc Loe ee oT a ee ae 30 Learning to operate your 6 0 0 ame Re Rentre a een ere ners 31 WATRICLAPL ooo ccccccc ccc ccccccccccccccccccceecn 74 Fuel tank filler Cap ecceeeeeeeeeees 31 Riding with passengers 75 Remote control transmitter 32 Starting the watercraft c00 76 Engine stop switch cccceeeeeeeees 33 Boarding and starting in Engine shut off switch 33 deep water oo 77 Start SWIPE 34 Capsized Watercraft aaua 80 Right handlebar switches 34 Turning the watercraft 0 0 ee 81 Table of contents Stopping the watercraft 82 Towing the watercraft 06 109 Beaching the watercraft 83 Submerged watercraft 068 109 Docking the watercraft 06 83 Reverse on waterways 83 Consumer information 0 110 Rough water operation 00 83 Limited warranty ccceeeees 110 Post operation Care cc00000 84 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Transporting ee ee 85 CVE antdencievhadantiaaeeatinaniaeatens 112 Maintenance and Care sscssse 86 Storage meierei 86 Flushing the cooling system 86 PUDRICALOMN nesena n te 87 Fuel system ccecccseeeeeeeeeeseeeeeseees 87 Baten ceran o ac sdesm ceed 87 Cleaning the watercraft 0 88 Maintenance and adjustments 89 Owner
18. quantity With oil filter replacement 3 1 L 3 28 US qt 2 73 Imp qt Without oil filter replacement 3 0 L 3 17 US qt 2 64 Imp qt Total amount 4 3 L 4 55 US qt 3 78 Imp qt ECJ00190 CAUTION If oil is leaking or the oil pressure warning indicator comes on when the engine is running immediately shut the engine off and have a Yamaha dealer check the wa tercraft Continuing to operate the engine under such conditions could cause severe engine damage EJU34310 Air filter element Have a Yamaha dealer check and clean or re place the air filter element every 12 months or every 100 hours of operation EJU34321 Checking the jet thrust nozzle angle Check the handlebars and jet thrust nozzle for smooth operation Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the right and left and check that the difference of distances A and B between the jet thrust noz zle and the nozzle is within specification Maintenance and care Difference of A and B Maximum 5 mm 0 20 in If the steering is stiff or misadjusted have a Yamaha dealer service it EJU36590 Checking the shift cable Place the shift lever in the reverse position Make sure that the reverse gate makes con tact with the stopper 1 Stopper 94 Maintenance and care lf the reverse gate does not make contact with the stopper have a Yamaha dealer service it EJU37030 Checking and adjusting the throttle cable Face the handlebars straigh
19. seal for damage Fuel in fuel tank for water and dirt e Fuel tank for damage cracks and leakage e Fuel hoses and joints for damage cracks and leakage e Air bleeding passages for leakage EJU34230 Fuel tank Check the fuel tank for leakage and for water in the tank If water is found in the fuel system or if the fuel tank needs to be cleaned have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft 1 Fuel tank 93 EJU36940 S Engine oil and oil filter EWJ00340 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 ECJ00990 CAUTION e Do not run the engine with too much or not enough oil in the oil tank Oil could spray out and the engine could be dam aged e Be sure to change the engine oil after the first 10 hours of operation and every 50 hours thereafter or at the start of a new season otherwise the engine will wear quickly The oil filter should be replaced every year or every 100 hours of operation Have a Yamaha dealer replace the oil fil ter if necessary It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer change the engine oil However if you choose to change the oil on your own refer to the ser vice manual for this watercraft NOTE Dispose of used oil according to local regula tions Recommended engine oil SAE 10W 30 10W 40 20W 40 20W 50 Oil grade API SE SF SG SH SJ SL Oil
20. stern remove the plastic tie that is securing the wiring harness before removing the cap ZO ae A ae a ea PT _ LEX 2 NA CEARA ae Eee SES 1 Spark plug cap bolt 2 Spark plug cap 3 Plastic tie ECJ00210 CAUTION Do not use any tools to remove or install the spark plug cap otherwise the ignition 97 coil coupler could be damaged The spark plug cap may be difficult to remove be cause the rubber seal on the end of the cap fits tightly To remove the spark plug cap simply twist it back and forth while pulling it up to install it twist it back and forth while pushing it down 4 Remove the spark plug Measure the spark plug gap with a wire thickness gauge Replace the spark plug or adjust the gap to specification if neces sary 1 Spark plug gap Spark plug gap 0 8 0 9 mm 0 031 0 035 in To install a spark plug 1 Clean the gasket surface 2 Wipe any dirt from the threads of the spark plug 3 Install the spark plug and then tighten it to the specified torque Spark plug tightening torque 24 5 Nm 18 1 ft lb 2 50 kgf m NOTE If a torque wrench is not available when you are installing a spark plug a good estimate of the correct torque is 1 4 turn to 1 2 turn past finger tight using the spark plug wrench in Maintenance and care cluded in the tool kit Have the spark plug ad ble free play See page 95 for adjustment justed to the correct torque with
21. the first 5 minutes run the engine at trolling speed only For the 30 minutes of operation after that keep the engine speed below 5000 r min For the 1 hour of operation after that keep the engine speed below 6000 r min 3 Proceed with normal operation ECJ00430 CAUTION Failure to follow the engine break in pro cedure could result in reduced engine life or even severe engine damage EJU32801 Launching the watercraft When launching the watercraft make sure that there are no obstacles behind you Use the remote control transmitter to select the unlock mode See page 41 for Yamaha Security System lock and unlock mode selec tion procedures After the watercraft is in the water start the engine Shift into reverse and move the water craft back slowly If there are waves some one should make sure that the watercraft is not pushed into the trailer before backing away EJU36340 Starting the engine EWJ00560 Never start the engine or let it run for any length of time in an enclosed area Ex haust fumes contain carbon monoxide a colorless odorless gas that may cause loss of consciousness and death within a short time Always operate the watercraft in an open area Operation 1 If the lock mode of the Yamaha Security System is selected use the remote con trol transmitter to select the unlock mode See page 41 for Yamaha Security Sys tem lock and unlock mode selection pro cedures 2 Launch the w
22. the throttle lever is squeezed ECJ00480 CAUTION e Never push the start switch while the en gine is running e Do not operate the start switch for more than 5 seconds otherwise the battery will be discharged and the engine will not start Also the starter motor could be damaged If the engine does not start in 5 seconds release the start switch wait 15 seconds and then try again EJU32860 Stopping the engine To stop the engine release the throttle lever and then push the engine stop switch red button EWJ00600 You need throttle to steer Shutting the en gine off can cause you to hit an obstacle you are attempting to avoid A collision could result in severe injury or death EJU32881 Leaving the watercraft If leaving the watercraft select the lock mode of the Yamaha Security System and remove the engine shut off cord to reduce the chance of accidental starting or unauthorized use by children or others See page 41 for Yamaha Security System lock and unlock mode selec tion procedures Operation EJU32900 Operating your watercraft EJU32951 Getting to know your watercraft Operating your watercraft requires skills ac quired through practice over a period of time Take the time to learn the basic techniques well before attempting more difficult maneu vers Operating your new watercraft can be a very enjoyable activity providing you with hours of pleasure However it is essential to familiar
23. to the handling charac 10 A Safety information teristics of the watercraft before trying any 0760 difficult maneuvers Cruising limitations e Scan constantly for people objects and other watercraft Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others _ 7p oO SJ 4 a7 a fe baa ip ee e Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people ob jects and other watercraft e Do not follow directly behind watercraft or other boats e Do not go near others to spray or splash them with water e Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that make it hard for others to avoid you or un derstand where you are going e Avoid areas with submerged objects or shallow water e Take early action to avoid collisions Re member watercraft and other boats do not have brakes e Do not release the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects you need throt tle to steer Always check throttle and steer ing controls before starting the watercraft e Ride within your limits and avoid aggressive maneuvers to reduce the risk of loss of con trol ejection and collision e This is a high performance boat not a toy Sharp turns or jumping wakes or waves can increase the risk of back spinal injury pa ralysis facial injuries and broken legs an 11 A Safety information kles and other bones Do not jump wakes or waves Do not operate the
24. 0 L 4 0 US gal 3 3 Imp gal Capacity 5 9 L 1 6 US gal 1 3 Imp gal Load limit Load limit 9 0 kg 20 Ib 1 0 kg 2 Ib To close the glove compartment lower the lid and then turn the glove compartment knob to lock the lid in place EJU31760 Seat storage compartment The seat storage compartment is located un der the rear seat 57 EJU35170 Beverage holder The beverage holder is located on the star board right side of the watercraft Naar an a 1 Beverage holder NOTE Do not place beverages in the beverage hold er when operating the watercraft EJU35183 Watertight compartment The watertight compartment is located on the port left side of the watercraft To open the watertight compartment turn the cap counterclockwise 1 Watertight compartment cap 2 Watertight compartment Watertight compartment Capacity 2 7 L 0 7 US gal 0 6 Imp gal Load limit 1 0 kg 2 2 Ib Features and functions NOTE _ Make sure that the watertight compartment cap is closed securely before operating the watercraft 58 Operation EJU31820 Fuel and oil This watercraft is equipped with a 4 stroke en gine Conventional 2 stroke engine oil cannot be used The engine utilizes an electronic fuel injection system to deliver the optimal air fuel ratio re quired by the engine By ensuring the optimal combustion conditions this system is able to increase startability and improve fuel
25. 90 Pre operation check list Before operating this watercraft perform the checks in the following check list See the accom panying text in this chapter for details on how to perform the checks EWJ00410 If any item in the pre operation check list is not working properly have it inspected and repaired before operating the watercraft otherwise an accident could occur ITEM ROUTINE PAGE BEFORE LAUNCH OR OPERATION Remove the seats to ventilate the engine compart Engine compartment ment Check for fuel vapors and loose electrical con nections Bilge Check for water and fuel and drain if necessary 65 Stern drain plugs Check for proper installation Throttle lever Check that the throttle lever springs back smoothly 67 Check for proper operation Steering system Check that the handlebars are locked in place pr Shift lever and reverse gate Check for proper operation QSTS Check for proper operation Check the fuel and oil levels and replenish if neces Fuel and oil sary 63 63 Check the hoses and tanks for leakage Water separator Check for water and drain if necessary 64 O oO Battery Check the electrolyte level and battery condition Check that the hood is securely closed 31 Front and rear seats Check that the seats are securely installed 30 Check the hull and deck for cracks and other dam O oo Hull and deck age Jet intake Check for debris and remove if necessary Fire extinguisher Check the co
26. CC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including in terference that may cause undesired opera tion ECJ00030 CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authori ty to operate the remote control transmit ter EJU31150 Engine stop switch Push the engine stop switch red button to stop the engine normally 1 Engine stop switch EJU31160 Engine shut off switch Insert the clip on the end of the engine shut off cord under the engine shut off switch black button The engine will stop automati cally when the clip is removed from the 33 switch such as if the operator falls off the wa tercraft 1 Clip 2 Engine shut off cord 3 Engine shut off switch EWJ00010 e Always attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and the clip to the en gine shut off switch BEFORE starting the engine e To prevent accidental starting of the en gine or unauthorized use by children or others always remove the clip from the engine shut off switch when the engine is not running EJU36280 Start switch Push the start switch green button to start the engine 1 Start switch NOTE The engine will not start when the lock mode of the Yamaha Security System has be
27. CO ee lt n 2008 WaveRunner FX SHO FX Cruiser SHO OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL U S A Edition YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION USA CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION F1W F8199 10 A WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm YAMAHA LIT CALIF 65 01 Important manual information EJU30180 To the owner operator Thank you for choosing a Yamaha watercraft This owner s operators manual contains in formation you will need for proper operation maintenance and care A thorough under standing of these simple instructions will help you to obtain maximum enjoyment from your new Yamaha If you have any questions about the operation or maintenance of your watercraft please consult a Yamaha dealer Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing product improvement this product may not be exactly as described in this owner s opera tors manual Specifications are subject to change without notice This manual should be considered a perma nent part of this watercraft and should remain with it even if the watercraft is subsequently sold In this manual information of particular impor tance is distinguished in the following ways A The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTEN TION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED EWJ00070 Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the machine o
28. If you should move after you have purchased your new watercraft please advise us of your new address by sending a postcard listing your Yamaha model name engine number dealer number or dealer s name as it is shown on your warranty card your name and new mailing address Mail to YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A P O Box 6555 Cypress California 90630 Attention Warranty Department This will ensure that Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A has an up to date registration record in accordance with federal law 111 Consumer information EJU34800 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S Keep your Yamaha protected even after your warranty expires with genuine Yamaha Extended Service Y E S e Y E S is designed and administered by Yamaha Motor Corporation to provide maximum owner satisfaction You get uninterrupted factory backed coverage for extra peace of mind e Y E S is flexible You choose the plan that is right for you 12 months 24 months 36 months or on four stroke models 48 months beyond your warranty period e Y E S is designed and administered by the same Yamaha people who handle your warranty and it shows in the comprehensive coverage benefits There are no mileage limitations Cover age is not limited to moving parts or the drive train like many other plans And Y E S covers manufacturing defects just like the warranty See the sample contract at your Yamaha dealer to see how comforting uninterrupted fact
29. MUM LOAD 240 kg 530 Ib YAMAHA F1S U41G1 01 9 FIRE EXTINGUISHER CONTAINER FOV U41F5 01 YAMAHA Motor Corporation U S A P O Box 6555 Cypress CA 90630 THIS BOAT IS NOT REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING U S COAST GUARD SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION e Display of Capacity Information e Safe Loading e Flotation e Electrical System 183 425 Conductors e Fuel System e Powered Ventilation AS AUTHORIZED BY U S COAST GUARD GRANT OF EXEMPTION CGB86 039 F1S U41E1 01 MODEL FX1800 MFG YAMAHA All applicable electrical system components installed as original equipment meet appropriate U S C G requirements for ignition protection Ref 33 CFR 183 410 and 183 440 YAMAHA General and important labels The following label indicates the correct direction to upright a capsized watercraft F1G U418F 00 A Safety information EJU30670 The safe use and operation of this water craft is dependent upon the use of proper riding techniques as well as upon the common sense good judgment and ex pertise of the operator Every operator should know the following requirements before riding the watercraft e Before operating the watercraft read this owner s operators manual the Riding Practice Guide the Riding Instruction card and all warning and caution labels on the watercraft Also watch the Basic Orienta tion Video provided with your watercraft These mate
30. N CAT GORIE DU MOTEUR J 2 ss 2 CE MOTEUR EST CONFORME AUX NORMES D EMISSIONS L EPA DES E U ET DE LA CALIFORNIE POUR MOTEURS NAUTIQUES SI POUR CONNAITRE LES SPECIFICATIONS ET LES REGLAGES A EFFECTUER CONSULTEZ LE MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE FEL L _ g kw hr PUISSANCE AFFICH E _ _Ikw__ CABURANT ESSENCE NORMALE SANS PLOMB BOUGIE lori RALENTI 1 Z Z L tr mm CYLINDR E IZ cms BOUGIE CARTEMENT mm Z _ YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD General and important labels EJU30430 Manufactured date label This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head 1 Manufactured date label location YAMAHA Manufactured OOUUUL EJU30440 Star labels This watercraft is labeled with a California Air Resources Board CARB star label See be low for a description of your particular label S 1 Star label location One Star Low Emission The one star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2001 exhaust emission standards Engines meet ing these standards have 75 lower emis sions than conventional carbureted two stroke engines These engines are equivalent to the U S EPA s 2006 standards for marine engines Two Stars Very Low Emission The two star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Personal Water craft and Outboard marine engine 2004 ex haust emission standards Engines meeting these stan
31. NOTE _ __ Press any button on the multifunction informa tion center to stop the buzzer EJU35131 Check engine warning indicator If a sensor malfunction or a short circuit is de tected the WARNING indicator light and the lf this occurs reduce the engine speed return to shore and have a Yamaha dealer check the engine NOTE Press any button on the multifunction informa tion center to stop the buzzer EJU35033 Right multifunction display and operation buttons for FX Cruiser SHO The right multifunction display shows the fol lowing information e Compass e Average speed e Tripmeter e Trip timer e Fuel consumption per hour e Fuel consumption per kilometer mile e Water temperature e Air temperature pa at Ba NA INA NA NA NA NA KN N KAN KAN KAN KAN 52 Features and functions The following operation buttons are on the ating or if the display units are switched to right side of the multifunction information cen miles gallons degrees Fahrenheit ter 1 Volt Hour button 2 SPEED indicator light 1 Mode Reset button 2 Start Stop button Compass This display shows the current direction of the watercraft using the 8 major compass points To switch the display mode push the Mode Reset button for less than 1 second The display mode changes in the following or der Compass Average speed gt Tripmeter gt Trip timer F
32. ON The Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode settings can only be selected using the remote control transmitter Ob serve the following precautions to protect your remote control transmitter Features and functions Store the remote control transmitter carefully so it will not be lost When op erating the watercraft use the transmit ter holder in the watertight compartment If you accidentally lose your remote control transmitter contact a Yamaha dealer While the remote control transmitter has been designed for use in wet environ ments it should not be operated under water or submerged for an extended length of time If it gets wet dry it with a soft dry cloth Keep the remote control transmitter away from high temperatures and do not place it in direct sunlight Do not drop the remote control transmit ter subject it to strong shocks or place any heavy items on it Use a soft dry cloth to clean the trans mitter Do not use detergent alcohol or other chemicals If the remote control transmitter needs a new battery or is not operating properly contact a Yamaha dealer Do not attempt to replace the battery yourself gi 1 Transmitter holder NOTE While the engine is running input from the remote control transmitter is not received 32 Features and functions e Refer to local hazardous waste regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries This device complies with Part 15 of the F
33. PWC Follow navigation rules and state province and local laws that apply to PWCs See Owner s Manual for more information REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY F1S U415B 01 General and important labels 3 AWARNING REVERSE SHIFT LEVER OPERATION Shift only while engine is idling or off Reverse is for low speed maneuvering only Do not use reverse function to slow down or stop PWC as it could couse you to lose control be ejected or impact handlebars e Make sure that there are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting to reverse FoV U41D5 21 4 A WARNING Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of being near jet thrust nozzle e Wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection e Do not board PWC if operator is applying throttle F1S U41E1 01 5 6 4 WARNING Do not use cleat or grips to lift PWC Be sure to connect breather hose to Breather hose i battery Fi losi Id PWC could fall which could result in esl ot connected proper severe injury YAMAHA F1S U41E1 01 FoV U41DB 02 7 A WARNING AVERTISSEMENT 2 amp starting or running the engine Ne pas toucher ou retirer les pieces lectriques lors du d marrage ou de la marche du moteur Amh BRAlc SM SACL z 2 raves YAMAHA 686 83623 00 General and important labels EJU35923 Other labels 8 RATED PERSON CAPACITY 3 MAXI
34. Security system fuse 3A Main fuse 20A 108 Trouble recovery EWJ00800 Do not use fuses of higher amperage than recommended Substitution with a fuse that has an improper rating can cause ex tensive electrical system damage and pos sible fire 5 Install the cap 6 Install the electrical box cover 7 Install the seats EJU34710 Towing the watercraft If the watercraft becomes inoperative in the water it can be towed to shore If the watercraft must be towed in an emer gency using a towline the operator should ride the watercraft holding onto the handle bars ECJ00720 CAUTION e Tow the watercraft at 5 mph 8 km h or less otherwise water could enter the en gine through the exhaust passages or through the air intake and flood the en gine compartment if it is towed too fast e Tow the watercraft using the bow eye only e The bow must be kept up out of the wa ter during towing to prevent water from entering the engine compartment 1 Bow eye 109 EWJ00810 e The watercraft should only be towed in an emergency e The towline should be long enough so that the watercraft will not collide with the towing boat when slowing down A good rule of thumb is a towline that is three times the combined length of the towing boat and the watercraft e The operator of the towing boat must keep speed to a minimum and avoid traf fic or obstacles which could be a hazard to the rider on the watercr
35. Warning light or in Fuel level Empty Refill as soon as pos dicator blinks sible Oil pressure Oil pressure dropped Have serviced by warning Yamaha dealer Engine over Jet intake clogged Clean heated Check engine Faulty sensors Have serviced by warning Yamaha dealer 104 Trouble recovery TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Watercraft slow or Shift lever Not completely shift Push lever forward loses power 09 O ed into forward posi until it stops tion Cavitation Jet intake clogged 106 Impeller damaged or Have serviced by 106 worn Yamaha dealer Engine over Engine speed reduc Clean jet intake and 54 heat warning tion control activated cool engine Oil pressure Engine speed reduc Add oil 54 warning tion control activated Spark plug Fouled or defective Incorrect heat range Adjust Spark plug Loose Connect properly cap Electrical wir Loose connection Have serviced by ing Yamaha dealer Fuel Stale or contaminat Have serviced by 93 ed Yamaha dealer Air filter Clogged Have serviced by 94 Yamaha dealer Oil buildup Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Yamaha Se Low RPM mode se Select normal mode 42 curity System lected N 105 EJU34620 Emergency procedures EJU34630 Cleaning the jet intake and impeller If weeds or debris get caught in the jet intake or impeller cavitation can occur causing jet thrust to decrease even though engine speed rises If this condition is a
36. aft EJU37000 Submerged watercraft If the watercraft is submerged or flooded with water follow the procedure below and consult a Yamaha dealer as soon as possible Failure to do so could result in serious engine dam age In an emergency 1 Beach the watercraft and remove the stern drain plugs to drain the water from the engine compartment See page 65 for more information Remove the storage compartment drain plugs to drain the water from each stor age compartment 2 Install the stern drain plugs 3 Have the watercraft inspected by a Yamaha dealer as soon as possible ECJ00790 CAUTION Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer inspect the watercraft Otherwise serious engine damage could result Consumer information EJU34780 Limited warranty YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A WATERCRAFT LIMITED WARRANTY Yamaha Motor Corporation is proud of its heritage and reputation for producing products with high standards of quality and workman ship Product excellence provides the cornerstone for our commitment to customer satisfaction The Yamaha Watercraft Limited War ranty is your assurance of this commitment This warranty provides you with protection against the expense of repairs for your watercraft that are required as a result of defects in materials or workmanship When maintained and utilized in the prescribed manner you can count on your Yamaha watercraft to pro vide reliable service This warranty provide
37. aft enough to allow the water in the bilge to drain out NOTE _s This watercraft is equipped with a jet vacuum bilge draining system and an electric bilge draining system that remove water from the engine compartment while you are underway However some residual water will remain See page 65 for bilge draining procedures 4 Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi tion Operation 5 Flush the cooling system to prevent it from clogging with salt sand or dirt See page 86 for flushing procedures 6 Drain residual water from the exhaust system by alternately squeezing and re leasing the throttle lever for 10 to 15 sec onds while the engine is running ECJ00561 CAUTION Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds without supplying water other wise the engine could overheat 7 Rinse the engine and engine compart ment with a small amount of water ECJ00570 CAUTION Do not use high pressure water when rins ing the engine or engine compartment as severe engine damage could result 8 Wipe the engine and engine compart ment dry with a clean cloth repeat step 3 if necessary 9 Wipe the hull handlebars and jet unit dry with a clean cloth 10 Spray a rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant on me tallic parts to minimize corrosion 11 Allow the engine compartment to air dry completely before installing the seat 84 Operation EJU33461 Transp
38. alt sand or dirt ECJ00121 CAUTION e Do not supply water to the cooling water passages when the engine is not run ning The water could flow back through the muffler into the crankcase causing severe engine damage e Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds without supplying water or over 4000 r min on land otherwise the engine could overheat 1 Place the watercraft in a horizontal posi tion 2 Remove the rear seat and seat storage compartment See page 30 for seat re moval and installation procedures 3 Remove the flushing hose connector cap and then insert the garden hose Maintenance and care adapter into the flushing hose connector and turn it until it is securely connected 1 Flushing hose connector cap 2 Garden hose adapter 3 Flushing hose connector 4 Connect the garden hose adapter to a water tap using a garden hose NOTE y A garden hose is not included and must be purchased separately 5 Start the engine and then immediately turn the water supply on until water flows out continually from the jet thrust nozzle 6 Run the engine at idling speed for about 3 minutes watching the engine condition If the engine stops while flushing turn the water supply off immediately and repeat the above steps 7 Turn the water supply off and then force the remaining water out of the cooling 86 Maintenance and care water passages by alternately squeezing and releasing the thro
39. ane number R M 2 90 Research octane number EJU31860 Gasohol There are two types of gasohol gasohol con taining ethanol and that containing methanol Gasohol containing ethanol can be used if ethanol content does not exceed 10 and the fuel meets the minimum octane ratings Gasohol containing methanol is not recom mended by Yamaha because it can cause fuel system damage and engine performance problems Operation aoe ly 50 mm 2 in from the top of the fuel Engine oil tank as indicated in the illustration Use a combination of the recommended SAE i and API engine oil classifications ECJ00280 CAUTION Use only 4 stroke engine oil EJU36860 Filling the fuel tank ECy00290 CAUTION Be careful when refueling Avoid getting water and other contaminants in the fuel tank Contaminated fuel can cause poor running and engine damage 1 Approximately 50 mm 2 in from top of the fuel tank a 4 Install the fuel tank filler cap and then 1 Remove the seats and check the fuel close the hood and install the seats level See page 30 for seat removal and installation procedures 2 Open the hood See page 31 for hood opening and closing procedures 3 Remove the fuel tank filler cap and then slowly add fuel to the fuel tank Stop filling when the fuel level reaches approximate Fuel tank capacity 70 L 18 5 US gal 15 4 Imp gal 60 Operation EJU31980 Pre operation checks EJU319
40. at tached inside the engine compartment MODEL FX1800 G FX SHO FX1800A G FX Cruiser SHO 1 Primary Identification PRI ID number loca tion f PRI I D MODEL F1W YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD ASSEMBLED IN U S A FROM AMERICAN AND JAPANESE COMPONENTS _ g ASSEMBLE AUX ETATS UNIS DE PIECES AMERICAINES ET JAPONAISES Fi M L tt TI EJU30300 Hull Identification Number HIN The HIN is stamped on a plate attached to the aft deck 7 1 Hull Identification Number HIN location US YIAMULUUOCUOOULIL EJU30310 Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on a plate attached to the engine unit 1 Engine serial number location YAMAHA M EEE Y YAMAHA MOTOR CO LTD MADE IN JAPAN PAYS D ORIGINE JAPON General and important labels EJU30350 Emission control information This engine conforms to 2008 U S Environ mental Protection Agency EPA and or Cali fornia Air Resources Board CARB regulations for marine SI engines This engine is certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline EJU30400 Approval label of emission control certificate This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head and to the inside of the engine compart ment THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO CALIFORNIA AND U S EPA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI MARINE ENGINES REFER TO THE OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS FEL g kw hr TOZD INFORMATION ANTIPOLLUTIO
41. ater remaining in the engine compartment If the engine does not start see Towing the water craft on page 109 or Submerged water craft on page 109 80 Operation ECJ00550 CAUTION Do not operate the engine at full throttle for at least 1 minute after the engine has been restarted Excessive water in the bilge can splash into the engine which can result in severe damage NOTE __ gt To efficiently discharge water from the engine compartment operate the watercraft as straight as possible and above planing speed for at least 2 minutes EJU33250 Turning the watercraft Steering control depends on the combination of handlebar position and the amount of throt tle Water sucked in through the intake grate is pressurized by the impeller in the jet pump As the pressurized water is expelled from the pump through the jet thrust nozzle it creates thrust to move and steer the watercraft The higher the engine speed the more thrust pro duced The amount of jet thrust in addition to the po sition of the handlebars determines how sharply you turn A More throttle produces higher thrust so the watercraft will turn more sharply 81 B Less throttle produces lower thrust so the watercraft will turn more gradually C Releasing the throttle lever completely produces only minimum thrust If you are traveling at speeds above trolling you will have rapidly decreasing ability to ste
42. atercraft in water free from weeds and debris and at least 60 cm 2 ft deep Me oP ee re ees f ees a ai 9 ry ae ae a Grea con Dare err ay Meta ie DEN reget de ge Perth pa aon tye amp Way gy ee tra OR oe ey ee Ae RO ATES SOA P Ne TY ORY ead EC Laia Ee SE EIR AL en Be EGR E ENE EWJ00570 Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise you increase your chance of hitting a submerged ob ject which could result in injury ECJ00470 CAUTION Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise pebbles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake caus ing impeller damage and engine overheat ing 72 Operation 3 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 4 Push the start switch green button and then release it as soon as the engine Starts to run 1 Clip 2 Engine shut off switch 3 Engine shut off cord EWJ00580 Check that the engine shut off cord is not frayed or broken and keep it free from the handlebars so that the engine stops if the operator falls off The engine shut off cord may not pull free if wrapped around the handlebars when the operator falls off al lowing the watercraft to continue to run and cause an accident NOTE _ _ y It is not possible to start the engine with the clip removed from the engine shut off switch NOTE _ __ The engine will not start if
43. ator of a power driven vessel is preparing to go around a bend that may obstruct the view of other water vessels the operator should sound a pro longed blast of four to six seconds on the whistle If another vessel is around the bend it too should sound the whistle Even if no re ply is heard however the vessel should still proceed around the bend with caution If you navigate such waters with your watercraft you will need to carry a portable air horn available from local marine supply stores A Safety information Fishing vessel right of way All vessels fishing with nets lines or trawls are considered to be fishing vessels under the International Rules Vessels with trolling lines are not considered fishing vessels Fish ing vessels have the right of way regardless of position Fishing vessels cannot however impede the passage of other vessels in nar row channels Sailing vessel right of way Sailing vessels should normally be given the right of way The exceptions to this are 1 When the sailing vessel is overtaking the power driven vessel the power driven vessel has the right of way 2 Sailing vessels should keep clear of any fishing vessel 3 In a narrow channel a sailing vessel should not hamper the safe passage of a power driven vessel that can navigate only in such a channel Reading buoys and other markers The waters of the United States are marked for safe navigation by the lateral system of
44. attery terminal Red lead 2 Negative battery terminal Black lead 3 Breather hose EWJ00450 e The battery must always be fully charged and in good condition Loss of battery power may leave you stranded Never operate the watercraft if the bat tery does not have sufficient power to start the engine or if it shows any other signs of decreased power e Be sure to connect the breather hose to the battery Fire or explosion could re sult if the breather hose is damaged ob structed or not connected properly Make sure that the battery is securely held in place 66 Operation EJU32570 Fire extinguisher Check that there is a full fire extinguisher on board The fire extinguisher container is located in the seat storage compartment To open the fire extinguisher container turn the cap counterclockwise 1 Fire extinguisher container 2 Fire extinguisher container cap To close the fire extinguisher container insert the fire extinguisher into the container and then install the cap and tighten it securely NOTE s esEEE___s____ e To check the fire extinguisher see the in structions supplied by the fire extinguisher manufacturer Always keep the fire extin guisher in the fire extinguisher container e Always carry a fire extinguisher on board A fire extinguisher is not standard equipment with this watercraft If you do not have one 67 contact a Yamaha dealer or a fire extin guisher dea
45. ck the QSTS selector ECJ0001 1 CAUTION Do not turn the QSTS selector while oper ating the watercraft at an engine speed of 3000 r min or more otherwise damage could occur to the QSTS The neutral N position will provide good per formance for most operating conditions Features and functions To enhance particular types of performance select bow down or bow up d c N b 7 a I EJU31330 Bow down Turn the QSTS selector to a or b and the bow will go down while the watercraft is on plane Bow down puts more of the bow in the water This gives the watercraft more hook which enhances turning performance This position will also help the watercraft get up on plane more quickly At higher speeds however the watercraft will have a greater tendency to bow steer and follow waves and wakes in the water Fuel economy and maximum speed are also re duced EJU31340 Bow up Turn the QSTS selector to c or d and the bow will go up while the watercraft is on plane Bow up puts less of the bow in the water There is less water resistance so straight 38 Features and functions ahead acceleration when on plane and top speed are enhanced In some conditions however the watercraft may tend to porpoise hop in the water If the watercraft is porpoising select neutral or bow down EJU31360 Handgrip The handgrip provides a handhold for board
46. comes on if miles are selected as the display units when the analog speedome ter tachometer is switched to the speedome ter function Analog speedometer The analog speedometer shows the water craft speed against water The large inner numbers on the meter show the watercraft speed in miles per hour mph and the small outer numbers show the speed in kilometers per hour km h when the speed ometer function is selected Analog tachometer The analog tachometer shows the engine speed The large inner numbers on the meter show the engine speed x 100 r min when the ta chometer function is selected 47 EJU36800 SPEED indicator light The SPEED indicator light comes on when the analog speedometer is selected warning SPEED mph 1 SPEED indicator light The SPEED indicator light blinks three times in the following instances e The analog speedometer tachometer is switched to the speedometer function when miles are selected as the display units e The display units of the multifunction infor mation center are switched to miles from ki lometers e Miles are selected as the display units when the multifunction information center starts operating EJU34960 RPM indicator light The RPM indicator light comes on when the analog tachometer is selected WARNING EED mph 7 r 1 RPM indicator light Features and functions EJU34980 EJU35010
47. cted to the battery terminals 100 Maintenance and care EJU34490 Fuel injection system The fuel injection system was set at the Yamaha factory If the fuel injection system needs to be adjusted have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft ECJ00220 CAUTION Do not attempt to adjust the fuel injection system If the settings are disturbed by someone who does not have the neces sary technical knowledge poor engine performance and damage may result EJU34500 Checking the trolling speed 1 Place the watercraft in the water 2 Start the engine and warm it up Use the tachometer in the multifunction informa tion center to check the trolling speed Trolling speed 1250 100 r min If the trolling speed is out of specification have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft 101 EJU34542 es Specifications Watercraft capacity Maximum people on board 3 person Maximum load capacity 240 kg 530 Ib Dimensions Length 3370 mm 132 7 in Width 1230 mm 48 4 in Height FX SHO 1160 mm 45 7 in FX Cruiser SHO 1240 mm 48 8 in Dry weight FX SHO 376 kg 829 Ib FX Cruiser SHO 381 kg 840 Ib Performance Maximum fuel consumption 71 3 L h 18 8 US gal h 15 7 Imp gal h Cruising range at full throttle 0 98 hour Trolling speed 1250 100 r min Engine Engine type Liquid cooled 4 stroke DOHC Number of cylinders 4 Engine displacement 1812 cms Bore amp stroke 86 0 x 78 0 mm 3 39 x 3 07
48. ctivated Kan position when the no wake mode is acti ashing Jalca NOTE NOTE y The beeps and the flashing digital speedome The digital soeedometer display flashes con ter display also indicate the activation of the _ tinually while the no wake mode is activated cruise assist See page 44 for more informa tion To activate the no wake mode NOTE O lt S The no wake mode cannot be activated im mediately after starting the engine After start i EEES ing the engine wait for 5 seconds or more before activating the mode 1 Release the throttle lever 2 Check that the shift lever is in the forward 1 NO WAKE MODE switch position To deactivate the no wake mode Perform one of the following procedures The beeper sounds two times quickly and the dig NOTE ital speedometer display stops flashing when the no wake mode is deactivated e Push the NO WAKE MODE switch Squeeze the throttle lever 1 Shift lever 2 Forward position The no wake mode cannot be activated when the shift lever is in the reverse position 3 Push and hold the NO WAKE MODE switch When the no wake mode is acti 43 NOTE The no wake mode is also deactivated when the engine is stopped EJU37021 Cruise assist The cruise assist is a function for maintaining a desired engine speed within a fixed range while operating the watercraft Activating and deactivating the cruise as sist Act
49. d then insert it back into the dipstick tube completely Remove the dipstick again and check that the engine oil level is be tween the minimum and maximum level marks 1 Dipstick 1 Maximum level mark 2 Minimum level mark 4 If the engine oil level is below the mini mum level mark perform steps 5 7 to add enough oil so that the oil level is be tween the minimum and maximum level marks on the dipstick If the engine oil lev el is significantly above the maximum lev el mark have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft Operation 5 Remove the engine oil filler cap 1 Engine oil filler cap 6 Pour engine oil into the filler hole Wait approximately 5 minutes until the engine oil settles NOTE The difference between the minimum and maximum level marks on the dipstick is equal to approximately 1 liter of engine oil 7 Repeat steps 3 6 until the engine oil is at the proper level 8 Install the engine oil filler cap and then install the seats EJU32420 Water separator Check the water separator for water The wa ter separator retains any water that may have entered through the fuel tank breather hose if 64 Operation the watercraft was capsized Normally the water separator is empty the water is discharged from the electric bilge pilot outlet at the stern 1 Water separator 2 Drain screw lf water remains in the water separator drain it by removing the drain screw Place a d
50. d for convenient 1 Digital speedometer fuel level checking while riding NOTE gt e To switch the speedometer display be tween kilometers and miles push the Volt Hour button for at least 1 second within 10 seconds after the multifunction in formation center starts operating e The SPEED indicator light blinks three times if miles are selected as the display units when the multifunction information center starts operating or if the display units are switched to miles 49 The fuel level meter has eight segments which show the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank s 1 MEJ 1 Fuel level meter NOTE The fuel level is most accurate when the wa tercraft is sitting level on a trailer or in the wa ter EJU35060 Hour meter voltmeter NOTE gt To switch the display between the hour meter and the voltmeter push the Volt Hour button for at least 1 second after the meter is dis played for more than 10 seconds SE 1 Hour meter voltmeter 2 Volt Hour button Hour meter The hour meter is provided to make it easy to follow the maintenance schedule Features and functions The meter shows the hours of engine opera tion that have elapsed since the watercraft was new Voltmeter The voltmeter is provided to display the volt age of the battery When the battery voltage is normal the volt meter displays approximately 12 volts If the battery voltage is less
51. dards have 20 lower emissions than One Star Low Emission engines Three Stars Ultra Low Emission The three star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engine 2008 General and important labels exhaust emission standards or the Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2003 2008 ex haust emission standards Engines meeting these standards have 65 lower emissions than One Star Low Emission engines Four Stars Super Ultra Low Emission The four star label identifies engines that meet the Air Resources Board s Sterndrive and Inboard marine engine 2009 exhaust emission standards Personal Watercraft and Outboard marine engines may also comply with these standards Engines meeting these standards have 90 lower emissions than One Star Low Emission engines General and important labels EJU30450 Important labels 9 Been BS EJU35910 Warning labels 1 A WARNING To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH WEAR A PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICE PFD All riders must wear a Coast Guard approved PFD that is suitable for personal watercraft PWC use WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of falling into water or being near jet thrust nozzle Normal swimwear does not adequately protect against forceful water entry into rectum or vagina All riders must wear a
52. de with passengers until your operating skills are fully developed EJU33050 Riding with passengers When 2 or 3 persons including the operator are on board the watercraft handles different ly and is not as easy to maneuver so operat ing it requires a higher degree of skill Before attempting to operate the watercraft with pas sengers on board the operator must practice operating the watercraft alone enough to be able to acquire the necessary skills The passengers must always wear a U S Coast Guard approved PFD and a wetsuit bottom or equivalent EWJ00540 Do not apply throttle when anyone is at the rear of the watercraft Turn the engine off or keep it at idle Water and or debris exit ing the jet thrust nozzle can cause severe injury Passengers should not attempt to board the watercraft if the operator is ap plying throttle Do not give a ride to children whose feet can not reach the floor of the footwell The pas sengers should hold on firmly either to the person in front of them or to the handgrip pro vided and keep their feet on the floor of the footwell Never allow a passenger to ride in front of the operator EWJ00550 When passengers are on board make sure that they are holding on firmly and have their feet on the floor of the footwell before you start to accelerate When pulling a water skier the spotter should face to the rear while holding the handgrip with both hands The spotter should alwa
53. der are pro vided NOTE e Make sure that the storage compartments are closed securely before operating the watercraft e The front storage compartment glove com partment and seat storage compartment are not designed to be watertight If you car ry objects that must be kept dry such as the manuals put them in a waterproof bag or the watertight compartment Features and functions Front To close the front stor mpartmen h Front storage compartment t storage compartment pus The front storage compartment is located at down on the center of the hood until it latches th Dow securely To open the front storage compartment pull the visor up and then lift up the hood SS rr J oa Yi oO o a 1 NOTE y Make sure that the front storage compartment is securely closed before operating the water craft 1 Visor EJU35161 Glove compartment The glove compartment is located in front of the seat 1 Front storage compartment Front storage compartment Capacity 66 0 L 17 4 US gal 14 5 Imp gal Load limit 5 0 kg 11 Ib 56 Features and functions To open the glove compartment turn the To open the seat storage compartment re glove compartment knob and then lift up the move the rear seat See page 30 for rear seat lid removal and installation procedures we S 1 Seat storage compartment 1 Glove compartment Seat storage compartment Capacity Glove compartment 15
54. down the watercraft will no longer turn in response to handlebar in put until you apply throttle again or you reach trolling speed EJU31290 Tilt lever The tilt lever is located in front of the glove compartment and is used to adjust the tilt of the handlebars To adjust the tilt pull the tilt lever up and then move the handlebars up or down to the de sired position a 1 Tilt lever EWJ00040 e Never touch the tilt lever during opera tion otherwise the handlebars may sud denly change position which may lead to an accident e Make sure that the tilt lever returns to its original position and that the handlebars are locked in place after adjusting them Features and functions otherwise the handlebars may suddenly change position which may lead to an accident EJU36750 Shift lever The shift lever is located on the starboard right side of the watercraft and is used to control the reverse gate which allows the wa tercraft to move in reverse or forward 1 Shift lever 2 Forward position 3 Reverse position When the shift lever is in the reverse position the watercraft can be launched from a trailer or backed up out of tight spots where you can not turn around easily To shift into reverse 1 Release the throttle lever and let the en gine speed return to idle 2 Pull the shift lever toward you until it stops EWJ00030 e Make sure that the throttle lever is com pletely rel
55. down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control be ejected or impact the handlebars EJU35960 Beaching the watercraft 1 Make sure that there are no boats swim mers or obstacles near the beach Re lease the throttle lever about 100 m 330 ft before you reach the intended beach ing area 2 Approach the beach slowly and stop the engine before reaching land Remember you need throttle to steer 3 Get off the watercraft and pull it up on the beach ECJ00490 CAUTION Small pebbles sand seaweed and other debris can be sucked into the jet intake and impair or damage the impeller Always stop the engine and get off the watercraft before beaching it EJU36060 Docking the watercraft 1 Make sure that there are no boats swim mers or obstacles near the watercraft Reduce speed about 100 m 330 ft away from the dock 2 Slowly approach the dock and stop the engine just before coming alongside it EJU36670 Reverse on waterways Reverse can be used for slow speed maneu vering when it is necessary to back up out of tight spots where you cannot turn around Re verse can be used to slow down or stop only during slow speed maneuvering such as when docking 83 Once the engine is idling shift into reverse and gradually increase engine speed Make sure that there are no obstacles or people be hind you before shifting into reverse 2 gt aing j a in BS ag a ZED LLL Ly mA lt
56. e If visiting your dealer is not convenient contact Yamaha with your Primary ID number your Owner s Manual shows you where to find this number We will be happy to help you get the Y E S coverage Cypress CA 90630 you need 1 866 YES EXTD 1 866 937 3983 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Yamaha Service Marketing P O Box 6555 112 Index A Air filter element cccceseeeceeeeeeeeeeeees 94 Analog speedometer tachometer 46 Analog speedometer tachometer and INGICATOF NIGNUS cecene 46 Approval label of emission control certifica lE aeina n aea e dieses las 2 B ANTONY es 66 87 Battery CNECKING ccccsccessseeeseeseeeeees 99 Battery JUMPING ccccseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 107 Beaching the watercraft cc cccceeeees 83 Beverage NOlde cccceseeeeeeeeeeeeeeenees 58 IGG sici ciate tate anon out ahora ts 65 Boarding Alone ccccccseeeeesesereeeeeeeees 77 Boarding and starting from a dock 77 Boarding and starting in deep water 77 Boarding and starting in shallow water 76 Boarding with paSSeNngelrs cccseee 78 BOW COW le 2ecievechncestadedanastevectaa neceseeuedgaiedn 38 BOW Eyen n a toate catnn 39 POW UND enean a 38 C Capsized watercraft c cccccccseeeeeeeeees 80 Check engine warning indicator 52 Cleaning the watercraft cccseseseeeee 88 Cooling water pilot outlets
57. e by the jet pump See page 106 for jet intake cleaning procedures EWJ00470 e Keep away from the intake grate while the engine is on Items such as long hair loose clothing or PFD straps can be come entangled in moving parts result ing in severe injury or drowning e Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch before removing any debris or weeds which may have collected around the jet in take EJU32660 Engine shut off cord Check that the engine shut off cord is not frayed or broken If the cord is damaged re place it never try to repair it or tie it together Operation EJU32670 Switches ECJ00410 CAUTION Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds when checking the switches on land 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 Push the start switch to start the engine As soon as the engine starts running push the engine stop switch to verify that the engine stops immediately Restart the engine and then pull the engine shut off cord to remove the clip from the engine shut off switch to ver ify that the engine stops immediately See pages 33 to 34 for information on proper op eration of the start switch the engine stop switch and the engine shut off switch 1 Start switch 2 Engine stop switch 3 Engine shut off switch 4 Clip 5 Engine shut o
58. e specific gravity of the electrolyte or mea sure the voltage at both battery terminals Charge the battery if the voltage is less than 12 volts Specific gravity for reference 1 28 at 20 C 68 F It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer check the specific gravity and charge the bat tery If you maintain the battery yourself be sure to read and follow the instructions provid ed with the battery tester and charger you USE EJU33740 Cleaning the watercraft Clean the watercraft before storing it for a long period 1 Wash down the hull handlebars and jet unit with fresh water 2 Rinse the engine and bilge area with fresh water Drain all of the water and wipe up any remaining moisture with clean dry rags ECJ00110 CAUTION Do not use high pressure water when rins ing the engine and bilge area as severe en gine damage could result 3 Spray the engine s exterior with a rust in hibitor and lubricant such as Yamaha Sil icone Protectant and Lubricant Maintenance and care 4 Wax the hull with a non abrasive wax such as Yamaha Silicone Wax 5 Wipe all vinyl and rubber components such as the seat and engine compart ment seals with a vinyl protectant such as Yamaha Protectant 88 Maintenance and care EJU33751 Maintenance and adjustments Periodic inspection adjustment and lubrica tion will keep your watercraft in the safest and most efficient condition possible Safety is an ob
59. e watercraft NOTE _ _ gt Press any button on the multifunction informa tion center to stop the buzzer EJU36820 Engine overheat warning indicator This model is equipped with an engine over heat warning system If the engine starts to overheat the WARN ING indicator light and the engine overheat warning indicator blink and then come on The buzzer also begins to sound intermittent ly and then it sounds continuously After the light and indicator start to blink and the buzzer 51 sounds the engine speed is limited to help prevent damage If this occurs immediately reduce the engine speed return to shore and then check for wa ter discharge at the port left cooling water pi lot outlets while the engine is running If there is no discharge of water shut the engine off and then check the intake grate and impeller for clogging EWJ00050 Before attempting to remove weeds or de bris from the intake grate or impeller shut the engine off and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch Severe injury or death could result from coming in contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump Features and functions check engine warning indicator begin to blink and the buzzer sounds intermittently ECJ00040 CAUTION If you cannot locate and correct the cause of the overheating consult a Yamaha deal er Continuing to operate at higher speeds could result in severe engine damage
60. eased and that the engine is at idle before shifting into reverse e Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control be ejected or impact the handlebars 36 Features and functions e Use reverse for slow speed maneuver ing only e Make sure that there are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting into reverse e Do not touch the reverse gate while the shift lever is being operated otherwise you could be pinched NOT Ee __ yy This model is equipped with a function which limits the engine speed in reverse To shift into forward 1 Release the throttle lever and let the en gine speed return to idle 2 Push the shift lever away from you until it stops 37 EJU31311 Quick Shift Trim System QSTS selector The QSTS selector is located at the left han dlebar grip and is used to adjust the trim angle of the watercraft 1 Quick Shift Trim System QSTS selector 2 QSTS selector lock lever Operating the QSTS selector changes the an gle of the jet thrust nozzle vertically This changes the trim angle of the watercraft There are 5 positions 2 bow down positions a and b neutral N and 2 bow up posi tions c and d To change the trim angle 1 Reduce engine speed to less than 3000 r min 2 Squeeze the QSTS selector lock lever and then turn the QSTS selector to the desired position 3 Release the lock lever to lo
61. eave to starboard right proceeding up stream Red Light LIGHTED SAFE WATER BUOY Proceeding toward head No number Marks midchannel pass on either of navigation from seaward side Letter has no lateral significance used for identification and location purposes Top Mark White Light White Light CAN BUOY Odd number Leave to port OR RB L LIGHTED PREFERRED CHANNEL TO NUN BUOY PORT BUOY Even number Leave to starboard No number Topmost band red preferred channel is to left of buoy Letter has no lateral significance used for identification and location purposes Red or White Light Red Light new No change Remember markings may vary by geograph ic location Always consult local boating au thorities before riding your watercraft in unfamiliar waters 23 A Safety information EJU30980 To get more boating safety information Be informed about boating safety Additional publications and information can be obtained from many organizations including the follow Ing United States Coast Guard Consumer Affairs Staff G BC Office of Boating Public and Consumer Af fairs U S Coast Guard Headquarters Washington D C 20593 0001 Boating Safety Hotline 1 800 368 5647 Other sources You can find local rules by contacting the Na tional Association of State Boating Law Ad ministrators or your local Power Squadron Watercraft Education and Training The Online Boating Safety Course available thro
62. econo my EJU31842 Gasoline EWJ00281 GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE e Do not smoke when refueling and keep away from sparks flames and other sources of ignition Stop the engine before refueling e Refuel in a well ventilated area with the watercraft in a horizontal position e Do not stand or sit on the watercraft while refueling e Take care not to spill gasoline If gaso line spills wipe it up immediately with dry rags Always properly dispose of gasoline soaked rags e Avoid overfilling the fuel tank Stop fill ing when the fuel level reaches approxi mately 50 mm 2 in from the top of the fuel tank Fuel expands as it warms up and could overflow if the fuel tank has been overfilled If temporarily leaving the watercraft with a full fuel tank do not leave it in direct sunlight Leave it ina well ventilated area with the watercraft in a horizontal position e Tighten the fuel tank filler cap securely after refueling 59 e If you should swallow some gasoline in hale a lot of gasoline vapor or get gaso line in your eyes get immediate medical attention e If any gasoline spills on your skin or clothing immediately wash the affected area with soap and water and change your clothes ECJ00310 CAUTION Use only fresh gasoline that has been stored in clean containers Recommended gasoline Regular unleaded gasoline with a mini mum octane rating of 86 Pump oct
63. ed sensor 3 Stern eyes 4 Stern drain plugs 5 Reverse gate 6 Ride plate 7 Jet thrust nozzle 8 Reboarding step 9 Boarding platform 10 Electric bilge pilot outlet 11 Cleat 12 Handgrip 2 eat GZ omc OQ RSD hf ieee aaah Features and functions Control system 10 11 Ty FEED Lk 16 15 14 13 1 Remote control transmitter 17 Up switch for cruise assist 2 Watertight compartment 18 Down switch for cruise assist 3 Start switch 19 SET switch for cruise assist 4 Engine shut off switch 20 NO WAKE MODE switch 5 Clip 6 Engine stop switch 7 Engine shut off cord lanyard 8 Quick Shift Trim System QSTS selector 9 QSTS selector lock lever 10 Multifunction information center 11 Beverage holder 12 Rearview mirrors 13 Throttle lever 14 Shift lever 15 Tilt lever 16 Glove compartment 28 Features and functions Engine compartment 1 Engine cover 2 Air filter case 3 Water separator 4 Fuel tank 5 Battery 6 Flushing hose connector 7 Electrical box 8 Engine oil filler cap 9 Spark plug cap 10 Dipstick 29 EJU31021 Operation of controls and other functions EJU31040 Seats To remove the rear seat Pull the rear seat latch up and then pull the seat off Features and functions To install the rear seat Insert the projections on the front of the seat into the stays on the deck and then push the rear of the seat down to lock it in place
64. el tank do not leave it in direct sunlight Leave it ina well ventilated area with the watercraft in a horizontal position e Tighten the fuel tank filler cap securely after refueling e If you should swallow some gasoline in hale a lot of gasoline vapor or get gaso line in your eyes get immediate medical attention e If any gasoline spills on your skin or clothing immediately wash the affected area with soap and water and change your clothes Top off the fuel tank with fresh gasoline and add one ounce of Yamaha Fuel Stabilizer and Conditioner per each gallon of fuel EJU33680 Battery lf the watercraft will not be used for more than a month remove the battery from the water craft and store it in a cool dry place 1 Disconnect the negative battery lead first then the positive battery lead and breather hose and then remove the bat tery from the watercraft 2 Clean the battery casing using fresh wa ter 3 Ifthe battery terminals are dirty or corrod ed clean them with a wire brush 4 Fully charge the battery 5 Apply Yamaha Marine Grease or Yamaha Grease A to the battery termi nals and then store the battery in a cool dry place 6 Check the battery at least once every 2 months and fully charge it if necessary ECJ00100 CAUTION Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage To check the condition of the battery check th
65. en se lected the clip is removed from the engine shut off switch or the throttle lever is squeezed See page 41 for Yamaha Security System lock and unlock mode selection pro cedures EJU36700 Right handlebar switches p ai S ae 4 1 Up switch 2 Down switch 3 SET switch 4 NO WAKE MODE switch Features and functions EJU36710 SET switch Push this switch to activate the cruise assist See page 44 for more information EJU36720 Up and down switches Push these switches to increase or decrease the engine speed while the cruise assist is op erating See page 44 for more information EJU36730 NO WAKE MODE switch Push this switch to activate or deactivate the no wake mode See page 42 for more infor mation EJU31210 Throttle lever Squeeze the throttle lever to increase engine speed 1 Throttle lever Release the throttle lever to decrease engine speed or to return it to the idle position EJU36740 Cooling water pilot outlets This watercraft is equipped with cooling water pilot outlets on the port left and starboard right sides of the watercraft 34 Features and functions When the engine is running cooling water is circulated in the engine and then it is dis charged from the pilot outlets To check for proper operation of the cooling system check that water is being discharged from the port left pilot outlets If water is not being discharged f
66. er 4000 r min when checking the operation of the meter on land otherwise the engine could overheat NOTE gt e When the multifunction information center starts operating the analog speedome ter tachometer makes one sweep all dis plays light up for 2 seconds and then the meter starts to operate normally e The multifunction information center will continue to operate for 25 seconds after the engine stops Features and functions EJU34930 Analog speedometer tachometer and indi cator lights This watercraft is equipped with the following meter and indicator lights Analog speedometer tachometer SPEED indicator light WARNING indicator light RPM indicator light UNLOCK indicator light 6 L MODE indicator light ar N EJU36790 Analog speedometer tachometer The analog speedometer tachometer can be used as a speedometer or a tachometer To switch between the speedometer and the tachometer functions push the Speed RPM button for at least 1 second when the multi function information center is operating The SPEED indicator light comes on when the analog speedometer is selected The 46 Features and functions RPM indicator light comes on when the an alog tachometer is selected 1 Speed RPM button 2 SPEED indicator light 3 RPM indicator light NOTE _ _ y The SPEED indicator light blinks three times then
67. er without throttle You may still have some turning ability immediately after releasing the throttle lever but once the engine slows down the watercraft will no longer respond to handlebar input until you ap ply throttle again or you reach trolling speed At trolling speed the watercraft can be turned gradually by handlebar position alone using just the amount of thrust available at idle D Ifthe engine is stopped while riding there is no thrust The watercraft will go straight even though the handlebars are turned You need throttle to steer EWJ00770 e Do not release the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects you need throttle to steer A collision could result in severe injury or death e When operating at higher speeds make gradual turns or slow down before turn ing Sharp high speed turns may cause the watercraft to slide sideways or spin throwing the operator and passengers overboard which could cause an injury This model is equipped with the Yamaha En gine Management System YEMS that in cludes an off throttle steering OTS system It will activate at planing speeds should you attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing the throttle lever see condition C above The OTS system assists in turning by continu ing to supply some thrust while the watercraft is decelerating but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handle bars The OTS system does not functi
68. er without throttle time Always operate the watercraft in an This model is equipped with the Yamaha open area Engine Management System YEMS that e Do not touch the hot muffler or engine dur includes an off throttle steering OTS sys ing or immediately after engine operation tem It will activate at planing speeds should they can cause serious burns you attempt to steer the watercraft after re leasing the throttle lever The OTS system assists in turning by continuing to supply some thrust while the watercraft is deceler ating but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handlebars The OTS system does not function below planing speeds or when the engine is off Once the engine slows down the watercraft will no longer turn in response to handlebar input until you apply throttle again or you reach trolling speed Practice turning in an open area without ob stacles until you have a good feel for this maneuver e This watercraft is water jet propelled The jet pump is directly connected to the engine This means that jet thrust will produce some movement whenever the engine is running There is no neutral position You are in ei ther forward or reverse depending upon the shift lever position e Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control be ejected or im pact the handlebars This could increase the risk of back spinal i
69. eration maintenance and warranty requirements to your satisfaction at the time of sale and upon your request at any later date In addition each Yamaha dealer is held responsible for his setup service and warranty repair work gt O Q Is the warranty transferable to second owners A Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be transferred upon request The unit has to be inspected and re registered by an authorized Yamaha dealer for the policy to remain effective CUSTOMER SERVICE If your watercraft requires warranty service you must take it to any authorized Yamaha dealer within the continental United States Be sure to bring your warranty registration card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase If a question or problem arises regard ing warranty first contact the owner of the dealership Since all warranty matters are handled at the dealer level this person is in the best position to help you If you are still not satisfied and require additional assistance please write YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT P O Box 6555 Cypress California 90630 CHANGE OF ADDRESS The federal government requires each manufacturer to maintain a complete up to date list of all first purchasers against the possibility of a safety related defect and recall This list is complied from the purchase registrations sent to Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A by the selling dealer at the time of your purchase
70. ff cord EJU36890 Cooling water pilot outlets Check that water comes out from the port left cooling water pilot outlets while the en 70 Operation gine is running and the watercraft is in the wa ter See page 34 for more information E aN EJU32710 i Multifunction information center Check the multifunction information center for proper operation See page 45 for informa tion on proper operation of the multifunction information center 71 EJU32740 Operation EWJ00510 Before operating your watercraft become familiar with all of the controls Consult a Yamaha dealer about any control or func tion that you do not fully understand Fail ure to understand how the controls work could cause an accident or prevent you from avoiding an accident ECJ00460 CAUTION Make sure that the stern drain plugs are tightened securely before launching the watercraft E S EJU36660 Engine break in The engine break in period is essential to al low the various components of the engine to wear and polish themselves to the correct op erating clearances This ensures proper per formance and promotes longer component life ECJ00440 CAUTION Be sure to check the engine oil level be fore operating the watercraft for the first time See page 63 for engine oil checking procedures 1 Launch the watercraft and start the en gine See page 72 for engine starting procedures 2 For
71. fications NOTE __ __ ees ees A service manual is available for purchase through a Yamaha dealer for owners who have the mechanical skills tools and other equipment necessary to perform mainte nance not covered by this owner s operator s manual EJU33800 Owner s operator s manual and tool kit It is advisable to always carry the owner s op erator s manual and tool kit with you whenev er you use the watercraft For your convenience a storage compartment is pro vided on the watercraft for the manual and tool kit 1 Storage compartment NOTE To protect these materials from water dam age it would be a good idea to put them ina waterproof bag If your owner s operator s manual is damaged order a replacement from a Yamaha dealer The service information included in this man ual is intended to provide you the owner with the necessary information for completing your own preventive maintenance and minor re pairs The tools provided in the tool kit are suf ficient for this purpose except that a torque wrench may also be necessary to tighten nuts and bolts Tool bag Screwdriver 16 mm box wrench 10 12 mm box wrench Pliers Open end wrench Garden hose adapter NO oO BOD Maintenance and care 90 Maintenance and care EJU37060 Periodic maintenance chart The following chart gives general guidelines for periodic maintenance However maintenance may need to be performed
72. ge directions briefly and pass behind the other vessel You should al ways move in such a way that the operator of the other vessel can see what you are doing The General Prudential Rule regarding the right of way is that if a collision appears un avoidable neither boat has the right of way Both boats must avoid the collision In other words follow the standard rules ex cept when a collision will occur unless both vessels try to avoid each other If that is the case both vessels become give way vessels Rules when encountering vessels There are three main situations that you may encounter with other vessels which could lead to a collision unless the Steering Rules are fol lowed Meeting you are approaching another vessel head on Crossing you are traveling across another vessel s path Overtaking you are passing or being passed by another vessel In the following illustration your watercraft is in the center You should give the right of way to any vessels shown in the white area you are the give way vessel Any vessels in the shaded area must yield to you they are the 20 A Safety information give way vessels Both you and the meeting vessel must alter course to avoid each other Meeting If you are meeting another power driven ves sel head on and are close enough to run the risk of collision neither of you has the right of way Both of you should alter course to avoid an accident You should keep the o
73. handlebars so that engine stops if operator falls off After riding remove READ AND FOLLOW OWNER S MANUAL we YAMAHA This is a high performance boat not a toy General and important labels A WARNING KEEP AWAY FROM INTAKE GRATE while engine is on Items such as long hair loose clothing or PFD straps can become entangled in moving parts resulting in severe injury or drowning Jet Thrust Nozzle et Suit NEVER RIDE AFTER CONSUMING DRUGS OR ALCOHOL Collisions result in more INJURIES AND DEATHS than any other type of accident for personal watercraft PWC TO AVOID COLLISIONS ee 2 way SCAN CONSTANTLY for people objects her D and other watercraft Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others OPERATE DEFENSIVELY at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft Do not follow directly behind PWCs or other boats Do not go near others to spray or splash them with water Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that make it hard for others to avoid you or understand where you are going Avoid areas with submerged objects or shallow water TAKE EARLY ACTION to avoid collisions Remember PWCs and other boats do not have brakes DO NOT RELEASE THROTTLE WHEN TRYING TO STEER away from objects you need throttle to steer Always check throttle and steering controls for proper operation before starting
74. hem or to the handgrip provided e Never allow a passenger to ride in front of the operator e Always consult your doctor on whether it is safe for you to ride this watercraft if you are pregnant or in poor health Do not attempt to modify this watercraft Modifications to your watercraft may reduce safety and reliability and render the water craft unsafe or illegal for use Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and keep it free from the handlebars so that the engine stops if you the operator fall off After riding remove the engine shut off cord from the watercraft to avoid acci dental starting or unauthorized use by chil dren or others e Scan carefully for swimmers and stay away from swimming areas Swimmers are hard to see and you could accidentally hit some one in the water Avoid being hit by another boat You should always take the responsibility to watch for traffic other boaters may not be watching for you If they do not see you or if you ma neuver more quickly than other boaters ex pect you risk a collision Maintain a safe distance from other boats and watercraft and also watch for ski ropes or fishing lines Obey the Rules of the Road and be sure to check behind you be fore making a turn See Rules of the Road on page 20 14 A Safety information e According to the USCG boats under 6 1 m RB ded t 20 ft in length like your watercraft MUST ecommen equip
75. hrottle and full throttle Weeds tend to accumu late more at a steady speed and at trolling speed If weeds clog the jet intake or im peller area and cause cavitation follow the cleaning procedure above EJU34640 Jumping the battery If the watercraft battery has run down the en gine can be started using a 12 volt booster battery and jumper cables EWJ00790 Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan gerous causing severe burns etc Elec trolyte contains sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Antidotes External Flush with water Internal Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magnesia beaten 107 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 ven tilated Always shield your eyes when working near batteries KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN EJU34661 Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive battery terminals of both batteries 2 Connect one end of the negative jumper cable to the negative battery terminal of the booster battery 3 Connect the other end of the negative jumper cable to an engine hanger 1 Positive jumper cable 2 Negati
76. ing 95 Throttle lever naana 34 67 PUTEVE aeaea e eee 36 To get more boating safety information 24 Towing the watercraft ccccccseeeeee 109 Tran SPOONING satte en 85 Trolling speed Checking seessseeenneenns 101 Troubleshooting cceeseeeeeeesereeeeeeeees 103 Troubleshooting chart s es 103 Turning the watercraft cccccseeeeeeeees 81 U UNLOCK indicator light ccccceeeee 48 Up and down switches cccseceeeeeeeees 34 WwW WARNING indicator light 000 48 Water separator ccccesceceeeeseeeeseeeeees 64 Watercraft CharacteristiCs 00ccce 16 WET SKIING ariei 18 Watertight compartment c 0cceee 58 Index Y Yamaha Engine Management System VEMS sisson tel neato 40 YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE RG Seo perenne nee ner EE ATE TATTA 112 Yamaha Security SysteM ccccceeeee 40 Yamaha Security System settings 41 YAMAHA YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION USA Printed in USA January 2008 4 0 x 1 CR
77. ing the watercraft and for a spotter when fac ing rearward FX SHO ee 1 Handgrip FX Cruiser SHO 1 Handgrip EWJ00020 Do not use the handgrip to lift the water craft The watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury 39 EJU34861 Reboarding step The reboarding step provides a handhold and footstep for boarding the watercraft eee ls eee i a 1 Reboarding step EWJ01210 Do not use the reboarding step to lift the watercraft The watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury ECJ00741 CAUTION Use the reboarding step only to board the watercraft in the water Do not use the re boarding step as a footstep when the wa tercraft is on land or for any other purpose The watercraft can be damaged EJU34870 Bow eye The bow eye is located at the bow of the wa tercraft The bow eye is used to attach a rope to the watercraft when transporting mooring or towing it in an emergency 1 Bow eye EJU34880 Stern eyes The stern eyes are located at the stern of the watercraft The stern eyes are used to attach a rope to the watercraft when transporting or mooring it 1 Stern eye EJU34890 Pull up cleats for FX Cruiser SHO The pull up cleats are used to attach a rope to the watercraft when mooring it Features and functions To use a pull up cleat pull it up 1 Pull up cleat EWJ00820 Do not use the pull up cleats to lift the wa tercraft
78. ion to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control be ejected or impact the handlebars e Use reverse for slow speed maneuver ing only e Make sure that there are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting into reverse e Do not touch the reverse gate while the shift lever is being operated otherwise you could be pinched 68 Operation EJU32641 Quick Shift Trim System QSTS Operate the QSTS selector lock lever and the QSTS selector several times to check that they operate properly 1 Squeeze the QSTS selector lock lever and check that it returns smoothly to its Original position when released j e 2 Check that the QSTS selector turns smoothly when the lever is squeezed and check that the selector locks in place at each position when the lever is released 3 Check that the angle of the jet thrust noz zle changes when the QSTS selector is 69 shifted from neutral to bow up or bow down If the mechanism does not work properly have a Yamaha dealer service it EJU32650 Jet intake Carefully check the jet intake for weeds de bris or anything else that might restrict the in take of water If the jet intake is clogged cavitation could occur reducing jet thrust and possibly damaging the jet pump In some cases the engine may overheat be cause of lack of cooling water and damage to the engine could result Cooling water is fed to the engin
79. ivation of the cruise assist will be con firmed by the beeper and the digital soeedom eter display Digital speedome ter display Starts flashing Number of beeps ooo Activated Cruise assist opera tion Continues flashing Deactivated Stops flashing Engine speed in creases or decreases NOTE The beeps and the flashing digital soeedome ter display also indicate the activation of the no wake mode See page 42 for more infor mation To activate the cruise assist 1 Operate the throttle lever until the desired engine speed is reached NOTE e The cruise assist can only be set between engine speeds of approximately 3000 r min and approximately 7000 r min e The cruise assist cannot be activated in the low RPM mode See the items in 42 for op eration mode information 2 Once the engine speed reaches the de sired cruise assist setting push the SET Features and functions switch When the cruise assist is activat ed the beeper sounds three times quick ly and the digital speedometer display starts flashing To keep the cruise assist activated be sure to keep the throttle le ver squeezed further than the position at which the cruise assist was set releasing the throttle lever will deactivate the cruise assist NOTE The digital soeedometer display flashes con tinually while the cruise assist is activated Make sure that the beeper has sounded and the digital speedo
80. ler to obtain one meeting the proper specifications Fire extinguisher Classification B 1 Capacity 2 Ib or more EJU32590 Throttle lever Check the throttle lever for proper operation Squeeze and release the throttle lever several times to make sure that there is no hesitation in its travel It should be smooth over the com plete range and spring back to the idle posi tion when released EWJ00490 Before starting the engine always check the operation of the throttle lever EJU32610 Steering system Check the handlebars for looseness Turn the handlebars as far as possible to the right and left to make sure that operation is smooth and unrestricted throughout the whole range Also make sure that the jet thrust nozzle moves as the handlebars are turned and that there is no free play between the handlebars and the jet thrust nozzle Operation Also make sure that the reverse gate goes up completely when the shift lever is pushed down Check that the handlebars are locked in place See Tilt lever on page 36 for more in formation EJU36580 Shift lever and reverse gate Check the shift lever and reverse gate for proper operation Make sure that the reverse gate goes down completely when the shift lever is pulled up EWJ00030 e Make sure that the throttle lever is com pletely released and that the engine is at idle before shifting into reverse e Do not use the reverse funct
81. ligation of the watercraft owner Proper maintenance must be carried out to keep the exhaust emission and sound levels within the regulated limits The most important points of watercraft inspection adjustment and lubri cation are explained on the following pages See a Yamaha dealer for genuine Yamaha re placement parts and optional accessories de signed for your watercraft Remember failures that are the result of the installation of parts or accessories which are not qualitatively equivalent to genuine Yamaha parts are not covered by the limited warranty Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any marine SI engine re pair establishment or individual Warranty repair however must be performed at an authorized Yamaha marine dealership EWJ00310 e Be sure to shut the engine off when you perform maintenance unless otherwise specified otherwise an accident or inju ry could result from unexpected opera tion moving parts or electric shock If the owner is not familiar with watercraft servicing this work should be done by a Yamaha dealer Improperly serviced components could fail or stop operating correctly which could result in an acci dent e Modifications to this watercraft not ap proved by Yamaha may cause loss of performance or excessive noise and ex haust emissions or render it unsafe for 89 use Consult a Yamaha dealer before at tempting any modi
82. llowed to continue the engine will overheat and may seize If there is any sign that the jet intake or impeller is clogged with weeds or debris return to shore and check the intake and impeller Al ways stop the engine before beaching the wa tercraft EWJ00780 Before attempting to remove weeds or de bris from the jet intake or impeller area shut the engine off and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch Severe in jury or death could result from coming in Trouble recovery contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump ECJ00650 CAUTION If weeds or debris get caught in the jet in take do not operate the watercraft above trolling speed until they have been re moved 1 Turn the watercraft on its side as shown 106 Trouble recovery ECJ00660 CAUTION e Place a suitable clean cloth or carpeting underneath the watercraft to protect it from abrasions and scratches e Always turn the watercraft over onto its port left side e When turning the watercraft on its side support the bow so that the handlebars are not bent or damaged 2 Remove any weeds or debris from around the drive shaft impeller jet pump housing and jet thrust nozzle If debris is difficult to remove consult a Yamaha dealer ECJ00670 CAUTION Always avoid operating your watercraft in areas where weed growth is thick If travel ing in weeded areas is unavoidable oper ate the engine alternately at partial t
83. manual have a Yamaha dealer perform the necessary service EJU36981 Troubleshooting chart TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY PAGE Engine does not Yamaha Se Lock mode selected Select unlock mode i 41 start Starter motor curity System does not turn over Engine shut Clip not in place Install clip m off switch Fuse Burned out Replace fuse and a 108 check wiring Battery Rundown Recre Poor terminal con Tighten as required nections Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer start Starter motor Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos turns over sible Stale or contaminat Have serviced by 93 ed Yamaha dealer Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by 93 Yamaha dealer Spark plug Fouled or defective Clean or replace i 6 i Spark plug Not connected or Connect properly cap loose Connected to wrong Connect properly cylinder Fuel injec Fuel pump faulty Have serviced by EES tion system Yamaha dealer 103 Trouble recovery TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Engine runs irregu Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos larly or stalls sible Stale or contaminat Have serviced by ed Yamaha dealer Fuel tank Water or dirt present Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Spark plug cap Cracked torn or Have serviced by damaged Yamaha dealer Electrical wir Loose connection Have serviced by ing Yamaha dealer Fuel injec Faulty or clogged in Have serviced by tion system jectors Yamaha dealer
84. men The following items should be carried on board your watercraft e Sound signaling device You should carry a whistle or other sound signaling device that can be used to signal other boats See Rules of the Road for more information e Visual distress signals It is recommended that a U S Coast Guard approved pyrotechnic device be stored ina waterproof container on your watercraft A mirror can also be used as an emergency signal Contact a Yamaha dealer or the U S Coast Guard for more information e Watch A watch is helpful so you will know how long you have been operating the watercraft e Towline A towline can be used to tow a disabled wa tercraft in an emergency carry a fire extinguisher of a B 1 classifica tion with a capacity of two pounds or more when navigating in waters under USCG ju risdiction In addition most state and local boating laws also require that the fire extin guisher be approved by the USCG 15 A Safety information EJU36850 EJU30920 Hazard information Watercraft characteristics e Never start the engine or let it run for any e Jet thrust turns the watercraft Releasing length of time in an enclosed area Exhaust the throttle lever completely produces only fumes contain carbon monoxide a color minimum thrust If you are traveling at less odorless gas that may cause loss of speeds above trolling you will have rapidly consciousness and death within a short decreasing ability to ste
85. meter display is flashing be fore squeezing the throttle lever to the full throttle position If the speedometer display is not flashing the cruise assist is not activated 44 Features and functions and the engine will respond normally to the throttle 1 Up switch 2 Down switch 3 SET switch NOTE Once the cruise assist is activated the engine speed can be increased by pushing the up switch or decreased by pushing the down switch Each time a switch is pushed the 45 beeper will sound one time quickly and the engine speed will change However the ad justment is limited to a maximum of five incre ments above or below the initial cruise assist setting To deactivate the cruise assist Relax your grip on the throttle lever The beeper sounds two times quickly and the dig ital soeedometer display stops flashing when the cruise assist is deactivated NOTE The cruise assist is also deactivated when the engine is stopped EJU34902 Multifunction information center The multifunction information center is equipped with the following three main com ponents for help and convenience in operat ing the watercraft 1 Analog speedometer tachometer and indi cator lights 2 Left multifunction display and operation but tons 3 Right multifunction display and operation buttons for FX Cruiser SHO ECJ00072 CAUTION Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds without supplying water or ov
86. mode YES Features and functions Low RPM mode Maximum engine speed r min in this mode is limited to approximately 70 of the maximum engine speed in the normal mode If the beeper sounds three times the low RPM mode is activated and the L MODE in dicator light comes on 1 L MODE indicator light NOTE If neither the start switch nor the remote con trol transmitter is operated within 25 seconds after the unlock button is pressed to select the unlock mode the multifunction information center will turn off and enter a standby state If the multifunction information center is in the standby state start the engine to return the display and the indicator lights to their state before the center turned off EJU37011 No wake mode The no wake mode is a function that main tains the engine speed at a fixed setting for operating the watercraft at low speeds This function can be used only for forward opera tion of the watercraft Activating and deactivating the no wake mode Activation of the no wake mode will be con firmed by the beeper and the digital soeedom eter display 42 Features and functions oat vated the beeper sounds three times Number No wake mode oper sagital raa iion per speedome quickly and 5 when miles are selected ter display or 8 when kilometers are selected starts flashing in the digital speedometer aang display Keep the throttle lever in the idle Dea
87. more frequently depending on your operating conditions This mark indicates maintenance that you may do yourself This O mark indicates work to be done by a Yamaha dealer Thereafter every Thereafter every Spark plugs Check clean adjust Internal engine Lubricate ata 50 ee or a months pei Tot Tete Te Fuel system eam i ojo T Sages er pump strainer Impeller Check SE owe eoe QSTS mechanism mechanism Check adjust Check adjust ae eee 91 Maintenance and care Thereafter every ee ae ee _ _ 1 1 _ et us anabots ow o O Oo Sn a a es Ly Replace 50 hours or oF months sa Tr e a ON 1 This operation should be performed after every use 2 This operation should be performed before long term storage 92 Maintenance and care EJU34210 Checking the fuel system EWJ00380 Gasoline is highly flammable and explo sive Failure to check for and repair any fuel leakage could result in a fire or explo sion A fire or explosion can cause severe injury or death Shut the engine off Do not smoke Avoid spilling gasoline Fuel in the fuel lines is pressurized Fuel can spray out and cause injury or a fire hazard if a fuel line is disconnected Do not run the engine with a fuel line dis connected Check the fuel system for leaks cracks and malfunctions If any problem is found consult a Yamaha dealer Check e Fuel tank filler cap and
88. n injury ECJ00470 CAUTION Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise pebbles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake caus ing impeller damage and engine overheat ing 76 Operation 2 Board the watercraft from the side or the rear 3 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 4 Grip the handlebars with both hands place both feet on the floor of the footwell start the engine and then look in all direc tions before starting off EJU33110 Boarding and starting from a dock 1 Board the watercraft from the side 2 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch 3 Push the watercraft away from the dock grip the handlebars with both hands place both feet on the floor of the footwell start the engine and then look in all direc tions before starting off EJU36080 Boarding and starting in deep water EWJ01110 e The operator and passengers should practice boarding in shallow water be fore riding in deep water Boarding in deep water requires more skill e The fatigue and exposure that could re sult after unsuccessful attempts to get back on the watercraft may increase the risk of injuries and drowning EJU36350 Boarding alone 1 Swim to the rear of the watercraft and place both hands on the boarding plat form pull yourself up
89. ndition and replace if necessary Engine shut off cord Check the condition and replace if frayed or broken Check the start switch engine stop switch and en 70 gine shut off switch for proper operation AFTER LAUNCH P Check that water is discharged while the engine is cooling WALET PIGE GULE running and the watercraft is in the water seen ASRR intormation Check for warning indications and proper operation 61 Operation NOT Be Pre operation checks should be made each time the watercraft is used These checks can be completed in a short time It is worth the time spent to ensure safety and reliability 62 Operation EJU32280 Pre operation check points EJU32330 Engine compartment Ventilate the engine compartment before each use To ventilate the engine compartment remove the seats See page 30 for seat removal and installation procedures Leave the engine compartment open for a few minutes to allow any fuel vapors to escape While the engine compartment is open check for loose electrical connections EWJ00460 Failure to ventilate the engine compart ment could result in a fire or explosion Do not start the engine if there is a fuel leak or a loose electrical connection EJU32350 Hull and deck Check the hull and deck for cracks and other damage If any damage is found have a Yamaha dealer repair the watercraft EJU36870 Fuel level Check the fuel system for leakage cracks and malfunc
90. nditions e When preparing to pull a skier operate the watercraft at the slowest possible speed 19 until the watercraft is well away from the ski er and slack in the ski rope is taken up Make sure that the rope is not looped around anything After checking that the skier is ready and that there is no traffic or other obstacles ap ply enough throttle to raise the skier Make smooth wide turns The watercraft is capable of very sharp turns which could ex ceed the abilities of the skier Keep the skier at least 50 m 150 ft about twice the dis tance of a standard ski rope from any po tential hazard Be alert to the hazard of the ski rope handle snapping back at the watercraft when the skier falls or is unable to get up on the skis Towing heavy or bulky objects other than skiers such as another boat or watercraft can cause loss of steering control and cre ate a hazardous condition If you must tow another boat in an emergency situation op erate slowly and cautiously A Safety information EJU30960 Rules of the Road Your Yamaha watercraft is legally consid ered a powerboat Operation of the water craft must be in accordance with the rules and regulations governing the waterway on which it is used Just as there are rules that apply when you are driving on streets and highways there are waterway rules that apply when you are oper ating your watercraft These rules are used in ternationally and are also enfo
91. ng Fill the intermediate housing with water re sistant grease through the grease nipple using a grease gun 99 Grease quantity Initial 10 hours or 1 month 33 0 35 0 cm 1 12 1 18 US oz 1 16 1 23 Imp oz Every 100 hours or 12 months 6 0 8 0 cm 0 20 0 27 US oz 0 21 0 28 Imp oz 1 Grease nipple EJU34451 Checking the battery Check the level of the battery electrolyte and make sure that the negative and positive battery leads are tightened securely EWJ00790 Battery electrolyte is poisonous and dan gerous causing severe burns etc Elec trolyte contains sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Antidotes External Flush with water Internal Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magnesia beaten 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 ven tilated Always shield your eyes when working near batteries KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN ECJ00230 CAUTION e Be careful not to place the battery on its side e Be sure to remove the battery from the battery compartment when adding elec trolyte or charging the battery To remove the battery Disconnect the negative battery lead fi
92. ng install the ten screws straight ahead and then adjust the free play by turning the adjuster 1 Rubber cover 2 Locknut 3 Adjuster 4 Throttle lever free play Throttle lever free play 2 0 5 0 mm 0 08 0 20 in 4 Hold the adjuster with one wrench while EJU37040 tightening the locknut with another Cleaning and adjusting the spark wrench Slide the rubber cover to its orig plugs inal position The spark plug is an important engine compo nent and is easy to inspect The condition of the spark plug can indicate something about the condition of the engine For example if one spark plug has a distinctly different color the engine could require servicing Do not at tempt to diagnose any problems yourself Have a Yamaha dealer service the watercraft Remove and inspect the spark plugs periodi cally heat and deposits will cause the spark plugs to slowly break down and erode If elec trode erosion becomes excessive or if carbon and other deposits are excessive replace the spark plug with the specified plug Specified spark plug LFR6A 96 Maintenance and care To remove a spark plug 1 Remove the seats See page 30 for seat removal and installation procedures 2 Remove the engine cover screws and then remove the engine cover 1 Engine cover screw 2 Engine cover 3 Remove the spark plug cap bolts and then remove the spark plug cap NOTE If removing the spark plug cap nearest the
93. njury paralysis facial injuries and broken legs ankles and other bones You could also damage the shift mechanism 16 A Safet information Reverse can be used to slow down or stop during slow speed maneuvering such as when docking Once the engine is idling shift into reverse and gradually increase en gine speed Make sure that there are no ob stacles or people behind you before shifting into reverse Keep away from the intake grate while the engine is on Items such as long hair loose clothing or PFD straps can become entan gled in moving parts resulting in severe in jury or drowning Never insert any object into the jet thrust nozzle while the engine is running Severe injury or death could result from coming in contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump 1 Intake grate 2 Jet thrust nozzle Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch before removing 17 any debris or weeds which may have col lected around the jet intake 2 Engine shut off switch A Safety information EJU30940 Water skiing You can use the watercraft for water skiing if it has the seating capacity to carry the opera tor a rearward facing spotter and the water skier when he or she is not skiing The watercraft must also have a cleat de signed to pull a ski rope do not attach the rope to any other location a F Ke It is the watercraft operators responsibility to be alert to
94. nozzle Normal swimwear does not adequately pro tect against forceful water entry into the rec tum or vagina All riders must wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection Such clothing in cludes thick tightly woven sturdy and snug fitting apparel such as denim but does not include spandex or similar fabrics like those used in bicycle shorts 1 USCG approved PFD 2 Wetsuit bottom Eye protection is recommended to keep wind water and glare from the sun out of your eyes while you operate your water craft Restraining straps for eyewear are made which are designed to float should your eyewear fall in the water Footwear and gloves are recommended Helmets meeting Snell or DOT standards are required for IJSBA sanctioned races You must decide whether to wear a helmet while you ride for recreation You should 13 know that a helmet could help protect you in certain kinds of accidents and that it could injure you in others A helmet is designed to provide some head protection Although helmets cannot protect against all foreseeable impacts a helmet might reduce your injuries in a collision with a boat or other obstacle A helmet may have potential safety haz ards as well Falling into the water could risk the chance of the helmet catching wa ter commonly known as bucketing and the resulting strain on your neck could cause choking severe and permanent neck injuries or death A helmet co
95. nstantly for people ob jects and other watercraft Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vision of others Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and keep it free from the handlebars so that the engine stops if you the operator fall off Wear a personal flotation device PFD All riders must wear a U S Coast Guard ap proved PFD that is suitable for personal wa tercraft use Wear protective clothing Severe internal inju ries can occur if water is forced into body cav ities as a result of falling into the water or being near the jet thrust nozzle Normal swim wear does not adequately protect against forceful water entry into the rectum and vagi na All riders must wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection Such clothing includes thick tightly woven sturdy and snug fitting apparel such as den im but does not include spandex or similar 15 fabrics like those used in bicycle shorts A full wetsuit can also protect against hypothermia subnormal body temperature and abra sions Footwear and gloves are recommended Eye protection is recommended to keep wind water and glare from the sun out of your eyes while you operate your watercraft Restraining straps for eyewear are made which are de signed to float should your eyewear fall in the water You should grip the handlebars firmly and keep both feet on the floor of the footwell Do not attempt to ri
96. of the warranty from the original purchaser to any subsequent purchaser is possible by having the watercraft inspected by an authorized Yamaha dealer and requesting the dealer to submit a change of registration to Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A within ten 10 days of the transfer YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED ALL IMPLIED WAR RANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE WHICH EXCEED THE OBLIGATIONS AND TIME LIMITS STATED IN THIS WARRANTY ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A AND EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU ALSO EXCLUDED FROM THIS WARRANTY ARE ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING LOSS OF USE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU 110 Consumer information THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE YAMAHA MOTOR CORPORATION U S A Post Office Box 6555 Cypress California 90630 WARRANTY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS Q What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period A The customer s responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance services non warranty repairs accident and collision dam ages Q What are some examples of
97. on be low planing speeds or when the engine is off Once the engine slows down the watercraft will no longer turn in response to handlebar in Operation put until you apply throttle again or you reach trolling speed EJU33290 Stopping the watercraft The watercraft is not equipped with a sepa rate braking system It is stopped by water re sistance when the throttle lever is released From full speed the watercraft comes to a complete stop in approximately 100 m 330 ft after the throttle lever is released or the en gine is stopped although this distance will vary depending on many factors including gross weight water surface conditions and wind direction The watercraft slows down as soon as the throttle lever is released but will coast for a distance before fully stopping If you are not sure you can stop in time before hitting an obstacle apply throttle and turn in another direction 100 m 330 ft lek ete a ee er EWJ00740 e Allow adequate stopping distance e Take early action to avoid collisions Re member watercraft and other boats do not have brakes e Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft to give you time to stop e Do not shut the engine off when slowing down in case you need engine power to 82 Operation steer away from a boat or other obstacle that comes into your path e Do not use the reverse function to slow
98. orting When transporting the watercraft on a trailer secure the tie downs to the trailer through the bow eye and stern eyes A D A TEE S25 a OSs wy g LEZ f Lt ECJ00641 CAUTION e Do not attach ropes or tie downs to any part of the watercraft other than the bow eye and stern eyes to secure the water craft to the trailer Otherwise the water craft may be damaged e Do not route ropes or tie downs over the seat as they may leave permanent marks on the seat s surface Also wrap the ropes or tie downs with towels or rags where they touch the body of the watercraft to avoid scratches or dam age e Before putting the watercraft on the trail er or transporting it be sure to put the shift lever in the forward position other wise the reverse gate may hit an obsta cle which may cause damage 85 EJU33490 Storage EWJ00330 Always place the watercraft upright in a horizontal position when storing it other wise fuel could leak out into the engine or engine compartment which could create a fire hazard Storage for long periods of time such as win ter storage requires preventive maintenance to ensure against deterioration It is advisable to have the watercraft serviced by a Yamaha dealer prior to storage However the following procedures can be performed by the owner EJU33532 Flushing the cooling system Flushing the cooling system is essential to prevent it from clogging with s
99. ory backed protection can be e You do not have to pay anything for covered repairs There is no deductible to pay and repairs are not pro rated You do not have any out of pocket expenses for covered repairs e In addition Travel and Recreation Interruption Protection TRIP is included at no extra cost TRIP gives you up to 150 reimbursement per occurrence for any reasonable expenses you incur because your Yamaha needs covered service replacement vehicle rental emergency towing phone calls even food and lodging when you are away from home This superb cover age goes into effect when you purchase Y E S so it applies to any warranty repairs as well as covered repairs during your entire Y E S plan period e Y E S coverage is honored at any authorized Yamaha dealer nationwide e Y E S coverage is transferable to a new owner if you Sell or trade in That can make your Yamaha much more valuable This excellent Y E S plan coverage is only available to Yamaha owners like you and only while your Yamaha is still within the Yamaha Limited Warranty period So visit your authorized Yamaha dealer to get all the facts He can show you how easy it is to protect your investment with Yamaha Extended Service We urge you to act now You will get the excellent benefits of TRIP coverage right away and you will rest easy knowing you will have strong factory backed protection even after your Yamaha Limited Warranty expires A special not
100. perating conditions Use this func tion as a reference only 54 Features and functions Water temperature This display shows the ambient water temper ature L TEMP lake temperature d any Oq Di Pp TE NAL ILJU 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 measurements have started regardless of the current display To start the measurements push the Start Stop button for less than 1 second The beeper sounds once To stop the measurements push the Start Stop button for less than 1 second The beeper sounds once To restart the mea surements push the Start Stop button for less than 1 second The beeper sounds once To reset the displays push the Mode Reset button for at least 2 seconds while the mea 55 surements are stopped The beeper sounds twice 1 Mode Reset button 2 Start Stop button NOTE e The displays can be reset only when the measurements are stopped e The measurements are not saved if the en gine is stopped The displays are reset au tomatically when they go off 25 seconds after the engine stops EJU35141 Storage compartments A front storage compartment glove compart ment seat storage compartment watertight compartment and beverage hol
101. perator passengers a bystand er or a person inspecting or repairing the watercraft ECJ00090 CAUTION A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage to the watercraft NOTE A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer EJU30220 WaveRunner FX SHO FX Cruiser SHO OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL 2007 by Yamaha Motor Corporation USA 1st Edition November 2007 All rights reserved Any reprinting or unauthorized use without the written permission of Yamaha Motor Corporation USA is expressly prohibited Printed in USA P N LIT 18626 07 87 Table of contents Throttle lever o oo ce eeceecceccaeceeeeeeeeees 34 General and important labels 1 Cooling water pilot outlets 34 Identification numbers 1 Steering SVSIGM honnn 35 Primary Identification PRI ID Tilt lIOVEl rena anes 36 RUDE peideti oere eraai 1 Shift Ever oes eesti 36 Hull Identification Number HIN 1 Quick Shift Trim System QSTS Engine serial NUM Er cccscecsee0eee selector a lest etc ete tiated 37 Emission control information 9 Handgrip EAE E E T 39 Approval label of emission control Reboarding step ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 39 Be BOW CYC ccccceeeecesecceeecceeeesesesseeesees 39 COMMMCALS seos 2 Simoes 40 A date label Pull up eee Pipes tg een vt tere Ne owe ar labels 2acc nsasccses csse
102. rain pan under the water separator to catch the draining water or use a dry cloth to soak up any water that could spill into the watercraft If any water spills into the watercraft be sure to wipe it up with a dry cloth Also be sure to in stall the drain screw after draining the water separator EJU32450 Bilge Check the bilge for moisture and fuel residue This watercraft is equipped with a convention al jet vacuum bilge draining system and an electric bilge draining system The electric bilge draining system is operated when the engine is running When excess water reach es the water inlet of the electric bilge pump 65 1 Electric bilge pilot outlet A small quantity of water will remain in the bilge and should be drained manually To drain any residual water beach the watercraft and perform the following procedure ECJ00350 CAUTION If starting the engine after the watercraft has capsized do not operate the engine at full throttle when water is being dis charged from the electric bilge pilot outlet at the stern Excessive water in the bilge can splash into the engine which can re sult in severe damage To drain water from the bilge 1 Remove the stern drain plugs 2 Raise the bow of the watercraft until the water drains 3 After the water has drained wipe the bilge with dry rags to make sure that it is thoroughly dry 4 Install the stern drain plugs ECJ00360 CAUTION e Before installing
103. rced by the United States Coast Guard and local agen cies You should be aware of these rules and follow them whenever you encounter another vessel on the water Several sets of rules prevail according to geo graphic location but are all basically the same as the International Rules of the Road The rules presented here in this owner s opera tors manual are condensed and have been provided for your convenience only Consult your local U S Coast Guard Auxiliary or De partment of Motor Vehicles for a complete set of rules governing the waters in which you will be operating your watercraft Steering and sailing rules Whenever two vessels on the water meet one another one vessel has the right of way it is called the stand on vessel The vessel that does not have the right of way is called the give way or burdened vessel These rules determine which vessel has the right of way and what each vessel should do Stand on vessel The vessel with the right of way has the duty to continue its course and speed except to avoid an immediate collision When you main tain your direction and speed the other vessel will be able to determine how best to avoid you Give way vessel The vessel which does not have the right of way has the duty to take positive and timely action to stay out of the way of the stand on vessel Normally you should not cross in front of the vessel with the right of way You should slow down or chan
104. rials should give you an under standing of the watercraft and its operation e Never allow anyone to operate this water craft until they too have read this own er s operator s manual the Riding Practice Guide the Riding Instruction card and all warning and caution labels and if possible watched the Basic Orientation Video Showing them the video may help reinforce the information contained in these materi als EJU30730 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft e Yamaha recommends a minimum operator age of 16 years old Adults must supervise use by minors Know the operator age and training require ments for your state A boating safety course is recommended and may be re quired in your state You can find local rules by contacting the United States Coast Guard USCG the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators or your local Power Squadron e This watercraft is designed to carry the op erator and up to 2 passengers Never ex ceed the maximum load limit or allow more than 3 persons or 2 persons if a water skier is being pulled to ride the watercraft at any time Maximum load 240 kg 530 Ib Load is the total weight of cargo oper ator and passengers e Do not operate the watercraft with any pas sengers on board until you have consider able practice and experience riding alone Operating the watercraft with passengers requires more skill Take the time to be come accustomed
105. rom these outlets cooling water may not be circulating in the engine When this occurs stop the engine and check for the cause See pages 51 and 106 for more information NOTE gt e f the cooling water passages are dry it will take about 60 seconds for the water to reach the outlets after the engine is started e Water discharge may not be constant at idle therefore open the throttle a little to check that water discharges properly 35 EJU31260 Steering system Your watercraft can be steered by turning the handlebars in the direction you wish to travel 1 Handlebar 2 Jet thrust nozzle When the handlebars are turned the angle of the jet thrust nozzle is changed and the direc tion of the watercraft is changed accordingly Since the strength of the jet thrust determines the speed and degree of a turn throttle must always be applied when attempting a turn ex cept at trolling speed This model is equipped with the Yamaha En gine Management System YEMS that in cludes an off throttle steering OTS system It will activate at planing speeds should you attempt to steer the watercraft after releasing the throttle lever The OTS system assists in turning by continuing to supply some thrust while the watercraft is decelerating but you can turn more sharply if you apply throttle while turning the handlebars The OTS system does not function below planing speeds or when the engine is off Once the engine slows
106. rst then the positive battery lead and breather hose and then remove the battery from the watercraft To replenish the battery 1 Make sure that the electrolyte level is be tween the maximum and minimum level marks 1 Maximum level mark 2 Minimum level mark 2 If the electrolyte level is low add distilled water to raise it to the specified level ECJ00240 CAUTION Normal tap water contains minerals that are harmful to a battery Use only distilled water for replenishing the battery Maintenance and care To recharge the battery ECJ00250 CAUTION Do not attempt to charge a battery hastily Battery life could be shortened It is recommended to have a Yamaha dealer charge the battery If you charge the battery yourself be sure to read and follow the in structions provided with the battery tester and charger you use To install the battery 1 Place the battery in the battery compart ment and connect the battery leads to the battery terminals 2 Connect the breather hose to the battery 3 Secure the battery in place 1 Positive battery terminal Red lead 2 Negative battery terminal Black lead 3 Breather hose EWJ00400 Be sure to connect the breather hose to the battery Fire or explosion could result if the breather hose is damaged obstruct ed or not connected properly ECJ00260 CAUTION After installation make sure that the bat tery leads are properly conne
107. s operator s manual and OOL KIE anaa eet 89 Periodic maintenance chart 91 Checking the fuel system 93 Engine oil and oil filter 0 93 Air filter element 0cccceeeeeees 94 Checking the jet thrust nozzle AMONG oraren 94 Checking the shift cable 94 Checking and adjusting the throttle Cable nenii 95 Cleaning and adjusting the spark DINOS eara OE 96 Lubrication points ccceeeeeeeeeee ees 98 Checking the battery 000 99 Fuel injection system cce 101 Specifications ccccsseeeeeeeeeees 102 Specifications ccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 102 Trouble recovery cccsceeeseeeeeeeennes 103 Troubleshooting ceeeeeeeeeees 103 Troubleshooting chart 00 103 Emergency procedures 106 Cleaning the jet intake and La ofs e Garner eee ne erererrr re cera 106 Jumping the battery 008 107 Replacing the fuses 0000 108 General and important labels EJU30260 Identification numbers Record the Primary Identification PRI ID number Hull Identification Number HIN and engine serial number in the spaces provided for assistance when ordering spare parts from a Yamaha dealer Also record and keep these ID numbers in a separate place in case your watercraft is stolen EJU30281 Primary Identification PRI ID number The PRI ID number is stamped on a plate
108. s you with specific coverage and notes your responsibilities in maintaining and operating your watercraft Please take the time to read and become familiar with this warranty PERIOD OF WARRANTY Any new Yamaha watercraft purchased for pleasure use from an authorized Yamaha dealer in the United States will be warranted against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one 1 year from date of purchase subject to exclusions noted herein Any Yamaha Watercraft purchased and utilized for commercial applications will be warranted for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of purchase subject to exclusions noted herein Replacement parts used in warranty repairs will be war ranted for the balance of the applicable warranty period The warranty described here applies to watercrafts purchased and registered for use in the United States only For warranty provisions outside the United States contact the particular country s local Yamaha distributor OBTAINING REPAIRS UNDER WARRANTY During the period of warranty any authorized Yamaha dealer will free of charge repair or replace at Yamaha s option any parts adjudged defective by Yamaha due to faulty workmanship or material from the factory All parts replaced under warranty will become the property of Yamaha Motor Corporation U S A CUSTOMER S RESPONSIBILITY Under the terms of this warranty the customer will be responsible for ensuring that the watercraft is properly operated main
109. sectertaccsosttiassrectsaetcchercensse 87 Lubrication points ccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 98 M Main components location of 26 Maintenance and adjustments 89 Manufactured date label 0eeeeeee 3 Multifunction information center 45 71 N No wake MOG cceeecceeeeceeeeseeeeseeeees 42 NO WAKE MODE switch 0008 34 O Oil pressure warning indicator 51 Operating your watercraft 0 00 74 OPETAN ON isei etree eee tees eet ene care free eee 71 Operation of controls and Other functions cceccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 30 Operation requirement ccceeeeeees 13 Owner s operator s manual and tool kit 89 p Periodic maintenance chatt 00 91 Post operation Care cccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeees 84 Pre operation check list c ccccseeeees 61 Pre operation check points c 008 63 Pre operation checks ccssceeeeeeeeeeees 61 Primary Identification PRI ID number 1 Pull up cleats for FX Cruiser SHO 40 Q Quick Shift Trim System QSTS 69 Quick Shift Trim System QSTS Selecto stint eect eae 37 R Reboarding Step ccccecseceeceeeeeeeeeeenees 39 Recommended equipment cc 15 Remote control transmitter 008 32 Reverse ON WaterWwaYS ccccseeeeeseeeeeeees 83 Riding with passengers
110. t ahead and then check that the throttle cable moves back to the set position smoothly and that the throttle lever free play is within specification Squeeze and release the throttle lever If the throttle lever does not return smoothly have a Yamaha dealer service it If the specified throttle lever free play cannot be obtained as described below have a Yamaha dealer make the adjustment FX SHO 1 Remove the eight screws and then re move the front handlebar cover 1 Front handlebar cover 2 Slide the rubber cover away from the ad juster and then loosen the locknut 95 3 Make sure that the handlebars are facing straight ahead and then adjust the free play by turning the adjuster 1 Rubber cover 2 Locknut 3 Adjuster 4 Throttle lever free play Throttle lever free play 2 0 5 0 mm 0 08 0 20 in 4 Hold the adjuster with one wrench while tightening the locknut with another wrench Slide the rubber cover to its orig inal position 5 Install the front handlebar cover and then install the eight screws FX Cruiser SHO 1 Remove the ten screws and then re move the front and rear handlebar cov ers 1 Front handlebar cover 2 Rear handlebar cover Maintenance and care 2 Slide the rubber cover away from the ad 5 Install the front and rear handlebar cov juster and then loosen the locknut ers as shown in the illustration and then 3 Make sure that the handlebars are faci
111. tained and stored as specified in the applicable Owner s Operator s Manual The owner of the watercraft shall give notice to an authorized Yamaha dealer of any and all apparent defects within ten 10 days of dis covery and make the watercraft available at that time for inspection and repairs at the dealer s place of business GENERAL EXCLUSIONS FROM WARRANTY This warranty will not cover the repair of damage if the damage is a result of abuse or neglect of the product Examples of abuse and neglect include but are not limited to Racing or competition use modification of original parts abnormal strain 2 Lack of proper maintenance and off season storage as described in the Owners Operator s Manual installation of parts or acces sories that are not equivalent in design and quality to genuine Yamaha parts Use of lubricants oils and fuel oil mixtures that are not suitable for watercraft motor use Damage as a result of accidents collisions contact with foreign materials or submersion Growth of marine organisms on motor or hull surfaces Normal deterioration Gel coat stress cracks or oe SPECIFIC PARTS EXCLUDED FROM WARRANTY Parts replaced due to normal wear or routine maintenance such as oil spark plugs fuel filters impeller and liner and anodes are not covered by warranty Charges for transporting the watercraft to and from an authorized Yamaha dealer are excluded from warranty cov erage TRANSFER OF WARRANTY Transfer
112. tcacstcegnctensteeon for FX Cruiser SHO 40 Important labels cece ancsctnworeveastersvias 5 Pan Endine E Warning labels n 6 System YEMS oai 40 Other labels arenneren ee onekes 8 Yamaha Security System AO f f No wake mode ccseececeeeeeeeeeees 42 Safety information sssse 10 Cruise assist cccceccecsesecseseeseeees 44 Limitations on who may operate Multifunction information center 45 the watercraft ccccseeeeeeeees 10 Storage compartments 006 55 Cruising limitations 0000 11 Operation requirements 13 Operation sirene 59 Recommended equipment 15 F ueland Oil cece otis Peed 59 Hazard information c 00c 16 GASOlING este cceadaiiect cheeses Qecdeckisetmcnts 59 Watercraft characteristics 16 ENGINE Oll snper 60 Water skiing eerren 18 Filling the fuel tank eee 60 Rules of the Road cecccccccsccsssssssseee 20 Pre operation checks 0 61 To get more boating safety Pre operation check list 00 61 INFOrMALION ccccceccesceseeseesereeeees 24 Pre operation check points 63 Enjoy your watercraft ae AEE AEE FESDONSIDIY rcio 25 E E fx ee 7o Features and fUNCtIONS ee ae Location of main components 26 Leaving the watercraft 0 0 0 0 74 Operation of controls and other Operating your watercraft 74 TUNCUONS oerrinne 30 Getting to
113. than 8 0 volts LO is displayed on the voltmeter and if the voltage is above 18 1 volts HI is displayed on the voltmeter If HI or LO is displayed return to shore and if necessary have a Yamaha dealer check the charging system and the battery EJU36810 S Fuel level warning indicator If the fuel remaining in the fuel tank drops to about 18 L 4 8 US gal 4 0 Imp gal the low est two fuel level segments the fuel level warning indicator and the WARNING indi cator light begin to blink The buzzer also starts sounding intermittently If this occurs refill the fuel tank as soon as possible The warning signals will be cleared when the engine is restarted after the fuel tank is re filled NOTE a Press any button on the multifunction informa tion center to stop the buzzer 50 Features and functions EJU35122 Oil pressure warning indicator If the oil pressure does not rise to specifica tion the WARNING indicator light and the oil pressure warning indicator begin to blink and the buzzer sounds intermittently At the same time the engine speed is limited to help pre vent damage lf this occurs reduce the engine speed return to shore and then check the engine oil level See page 63 for engine oil level checking procedures If the oil level is low add enough engine oil to raise it to the proper level If the oil level is sufficient have a Yamaha dealer check th
114. the safety of the water skier and others Know and follow all state and local wa ter skiing regulations in effect for the waters in which you will be operating The operator should be comfortable carrying passengers before attempting to pull a skier The following are some important consider ations for minimizing risks while water skiing e The skier should wear an approved PFD preferably a brightly colored one so boat operators can see the skier e The skier should wear protective clothing Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of falling into the water Normal swimwear does not adequately protect against forceful water entry into the rectum or vagina The skier should wear a wetsuit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection e A second person should be on board as a spotter to watch the skier in most states it 1 Cleat is required by law Let the skier direct the operators control of speed and direction with hand signals The spotter should sit astride the rear of the seat and hold onto the handgrip with both feet firmly on the floor of the footwell for proper balance while facing to the rear to 18 A Safety information watch the skiers hand signals and condi tion 1 Handgrip FX SHO Pil 1 Handgrip FX Cruiser SHO 1 Handgrip e Your control while pulling a water skier is affected by the skier s ability as well as wa ter and weather co
115. the stern drain plugs clean the drain plug threads to remove any foreign materials such as dirt or sand Otherwise the stern drain plugs could be damaged allowing water to en ter the engine compartment e Make sure that the stern drain plugs are tightened securely before launching the watercraft Otherwise water may flood the engine compartment and cause the watercraft to submerge EJU32471 Stern drain plugs Check the stern drain plugs for proper instal lation lt E 1 Stern drain plugs D ECJ00360 CAUTION e Before installing the stern drain plugs clean the drain plug threads to remove any foreign materials such as dirt or sand Otherwise the stern drain plugs could be damaged allowing water to en ter the engine compartment e Make sure that the stern drain plugs are tightened securely before launching the watercraft Otherwise water may flood the engine compartment and cause the watercraft to submerge EJU32481 Battery Check the battery electrolyte level and check that the battery has sufficient power to start the engine easily Recharge the battery or re Operation place it if it is not in good condition See page 99 for battery recharging procedures Also check that the battery leads are tight ened securely and that there is no corrosion on the battery terminals Check that the breather hose is securely connected to the battery and that it is not pinched 1 Positive b
116. ther vessel on your port left side This rule does not ap ply if both of you will clear one another if you continue on your set course and speed Ey SS oS io Crossing When two power driven vessels are crossing each other s path close enough to run the risk of collision the vessel which has the other on the starboard right side must keep out of the way of the other If the other vessel is on your starboard right side you must keep out of its way you are the give way vessel If the other vessel is on your port left side remember that you should maintain course and direction 21 provided the other vessel gives you the right of way as it should p r Penne c EH mon rd STAND ON VESSEL l l l l N l _ 1 l j am I m a GIVE WAY VESSEL Overtaking If you are passing another vessel you are the give way vessel This means that the other vessel is expected to maintain its course and speed You must stay out of its way until you are clear of it Likewise if another vessel is passing you you should maintain your speed and direction so that the other vessel can steer itself around you Other special situations There are three other rules you should be aware of when riding your watercraft around other vessels Narrow channels and bends When navigating in narrow channels you should keep to the right when it is safe and practical to do so If the oper
117. tions before each use See page 93 for check points and correct procedures 1 Open the hood and remove the fuel tank filler cap to release any pressure that might have built up in the fuel tank See 63 page 31 for hood opening and closing procedures 2 Remove the seats See page 30 for seat removal and installation procedures 3 Check the fuel level in the fuel tank and replenish if necessary See page 60 for filling procedures 4 Install the fuel tank filler cap and then close the hood and install the seats EJU36881 Engine oil level Check the engine oil level before each use ECJ01000 CAUTION e Make sure that the engine has enough oil but do not overfill it If there is too lit tle oil the engine can be damaged If there is too much oil the air filter can be come saturated with oil permanently damaging the filter and reducing engine performance Follow the checking pro cedure carefully e Make sure that debris and water do not enter the oil filler hole Debris and water in the engine oil can cause serious en gine damage To check the engine oil level 1 Place the watercraft in a precisely level position on land with the engine stopped NOTE If the engine was running allow the engine oil to settle by waiting 5 minutes or more before checking the oil level 2 Remove the seats See page 30 for seat removal and installation procedures 3 Remove the dipstick wipe it clean an
118. to others And the exciting splash of your wake can make waves others won t en joy Avoid riding close to shoreline homes and wa terfowl nesting areas or other wildlife areas and keep a respectful distance from fisher men 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 regu lated limits You have the responsibility to make sure that the recommended mainte nance in this owner s operators 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 And keep your surroundings pleasant for the peo ple 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 25 Features and functions Location of main components Front view 2 SO E D Z Py i 1 Handlebars 9 Bow eye 2 Rear sea t 10 Hood 3 Front seat 11 Fuel tank filler cap WA 8 6 Gunwale 7 Pull up cleat for FX Cruiser SHO 8 Cooling water pilot outlet Features and functions Rear view 1 Intake grate 2 Spe
119. ttle lever for 10 to 15 seconds 8 Stop the engine 9 Remove the garden hose adapter and in stall the flushing hose connector cap EJU36901_ Lubrication EWJ00260 Do not spray flammable rust inhibitor products on engine surfaces while the en gine is hot The sprayed substance or pro pellants could catch fire 1 Lubricate all cables such as the throttle and steering cables NOTE gt Use a Yamaha Power Cable Luber and Yamaha Lube Zall to pressure lubricate the cables and purge out any moisture between the inner and outer cables 2 Lubricate the areas of the watercraft specified in Lubrication points on page 98 EJU33661 Fuel system EWJ00281 GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE e Do not smoke when refueling and keep away from sparks flames and other sources of ignition e Stop the engine before refueling e Refuel in a well ventilated area with the watercraft in a horizontal position e Do not stand or sit on the watercraft while refueling e Take care not to spill gasoline If gaso line spills wipe it up immediately with 87 dry rags Always properly dispose of gasoline soaked rags e Avoid overfilling the fuel tank Stop fill ing when the fuel level reaches approxi mately 50 mm 2 in from the top of the fuel tank Fuel expands as it warms up and could overflow if the fuel tank has been overfilled If temporarily leaving the watercraft with a full fu
120. uel consumption per hour gt Fuel consumption per kilometer mile Water temperature Air temperature NOTE ___ y e To switch the display units between kilome ters liters degrees Celsius and miles gal lons degrees Fahrenheit push the Volt Hour button for at least 1 second within 10 seconds after the multifunction in NOTE O a aie E formation center starts operating The accuracy of the compass varies depend e The SPEED indicator light blinks three ing on the operating conditions Use this func times if miles gallons degrees Fahrenheit 0 as a reference only are selected as the display units when the multifunction information center starts oper 53 Average speed This display shows the average speed in miles per hour AV MPH or kilometers per hour AV KMP since it was reset Tripmeter This display shows the distance traveled in miles MILES or kilometers KM since it was reset Trip timer This display shows the hours of operation TRIPTM since it was reset Paha Features and functions Fuel consumption per hour This display shows the current fuel consump tion in gallons per hour G HR or liters per hour L HR Fuel consumption per kilometer mile This display shows the current fuel consump tion in gallons per mile G MILE or liters per kilometer L KM NOTE The actual fuel consumption varies depend ing on the o
121. ugh the watercraft section of the yamaha motor com website is a free 50 question learning course available to the public Upon successful completion of 80 percent or better the user can request a certificate of comple tion by mail or can download one immediate ly The Online Boating Safety Course provided by the Boat US Foundation is ap proved by the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators NASBLA and recognized by the United States Coast Guard This course meets the education re quirement for those states that recognize non proctored NASBLA approved courses Yamaha is the watercraft industry s leading manufacturer to build awareness and support for boating education In 1997 Yamaha launched its GET W E T Watercraft Educa tion and Training initiative and has since reached out to over one million Americans promoting the benefits of boating education The Online Boating Safety Course http www boatus com onlinecourse 24 A Safety information EJU30990 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 wa ters and wildlife with respect and courtesy Whenever and wherever you ride think of yourself as the guest of those around you Re member for example that the sound of your watercraft may be music to you but it could be just noise
122. uld also in crease the risk of an accident if it reduces your vision or hearing or if it distracts you or increases your fatigue How should you decide if a helmet s poten tial safety benefits outweigh its potential risks for you Consider your particular riding conditions Consider factors such as your riding environment and your riding style and ability Also consider the likeli hood of traffic congestion and the water surface conditions If you decide to wear a helmet based upon your riding circumstances choose one carefully Look for a helmet designed for personal watercraft use if possible Con sider a helmet meeting Snell or DOT stan dards If you will be engaging in closed course competition follow the helmet re quirements of the sanctioning organization A Safety information e NEVER operate the watercraft after con suming alcohol or taking other drugs e For reasons of safety and proper care of the watercraft always perform the pre opera tion checks listed on page 61 before operat ing the watercraft The operator and passengers should al ways keep their feet on the floor of the foot well when the watercraft is in motion Lifting your feet increases the chances of losing your balance or hitting objects outside the watercraft with your feet Do not give a ride to children if their feet cannot reach the floor of the footwell The passengers should hold on firmly ei ther to the person in front of t
123. ve jumper cable 3 Booster battery 4 Engine hanger ECJ00680 CAUTION Do not connect the end of the negative jumper cable to the negative battery terminal of the watercraft battery Make sure that all connections are secure and correct before attempting to start the en gine Any wrong connection could dam age the electrical system 4 Start the engine and then disconnect the jumper cables by reversing the steps above ECJ00480 CAUTION e Never push the start switch while the en gine is running e Do not operate the start switch for more than 5 seconds otherwise the battery will be discharged and the engine will not start Also the starter motor could be damaged If the engine does not start in 5 seconds release the start switch wait 15 seconds and then try again EJU36990 Replacing the fuses The fuses are located in the electrical box To replace a fuse 1 Remove the seats See page 30 for seat removal and installation procedures 2 Remove the electrical box cover 1 Electrical box cover 3 Remove the cap on the electrical box Trouble recovery 4 Replace the blown fuse with the spare fuse of the correct amperage by using the fuse puller on the reverse side of the cap ae lig 1 Electrical box 2 Cap 3 Fuse 4 Spare fuse 1 1 Fuse puller Fuse amperage Battery fuse 30 A Main relay drive fuse 10A Electronic throttle valve fuse 10A
124. watercraft in rough wa ter bad weather or when visibility is poor this may lead to an accident causing injury or death Be alert to the possibility of ad verse weather Take note of weather fore casts and the prevailing weather conditions before setting out on your watercraft As with any water sport you should not op erate your watercraft without someone else nearby If you operate further than swim ming distance from shore you should be accompanied by another boat or watercraft but make sure you stay a safe distance away It s good common sense Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise you increase your chance of hitting a submerged object which could result in injury This watercraft is not equipped with lighting required for night operation Do not operate the watercraft after sunset or before dawn otherwise you increase the risk of colliding with another boat which could result in se vere injury or death e Follow navigation rules and state provin cial and local laws that apply to watercraft 12 A Safety information EJU3081 1 Operation requirements e All riders must wear a U S Coast Guard USCG approved personal flotation device PFD that is suitable for personal water craft use e Wear protective clothing Severe internal injuries can occur if water is forced into body cavities as a result of falling into the water or being near the jet thrust
125. wet suit bottom or clothing that provides equivalent protection See Owner s Manual Footwear gloves and goggles glasses are recommended KNOW BOATING LAWS Yamaha Motor Co Ltd recommends a minimum operator A hoating safety course is recommended and may he required in your state ATTACH ENGINE SHUT OFF CORD LANYARD to wrist and keep it free cord from PWC to avoid unauthorized use by children or others RIDE WITHIN YOUR LIMITS AND AVOID AGGRESSIVE MANEUVERS to reduce the risk of loss of control ejection and collision Sharp turns or jumping wakes or waves can increase the risk of hack spinal injury paralysis facial injuries and broken legs ankles and other bones Do not jump wakes or waves DO NOT APPLY THROTTLE WHEN ANYONE IS AT REAR OF PWC turn engine off or keep engine at idle Water and or debris exiting jet thrust nozzle can cause severe injury AWARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive A fire or explosion could cause severe injury or death Shut engine off Refuel in well ventilated area away from flames or sparks Do not smoke Avoid spilling gasoline Wipe up spilled gasoline immediately Remove all seats to ventilate fuel vapors from engine compartment before starting engine Do not start engine if there is a fuel leak or a loose electrical connection age of 16 years old Know the operator age and training requirements for your state from
126. ys sit astride the seat with both feet placed firmly on the floor of the footwell for proper balance Follow state laws regarding water skiing such as those for skier down flags rearward facing spotter and other requirements EJU33080 Starting the watercraft EWJ00710 e Scan constantly for people objects and other watercraft Be alert for conditions that limit your visibility or block your vi sion of others e Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people objects and other watercraft e Do not follow directly behind watercraft or other boats Do not go near others to spray or splash them with water Avoid sharp turns or other maneuvers that make it hard for others to avoid you or understand where you are going Avoid areas with submerged objects or shal low water e Take early action to avoid collisions Re member watercraft and other boats do not have brakes Do not release the throttle lever when trying to steer away from objects you need throttle to steer Operation e Practice reboarding in shallow water be fore riding in deep water pe v A A ai a O w EJU33091 Boarding and starting in shallow water 1 Launch the watercraft in water free from weeds and debris and at least 60 cm 2 ft deep EWJ00570 Never operate in water that is less than 60 cm 2 ft deep otherwise you increase your chance of hitting a submerged ob ject which could result i

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