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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 econo-
my.

EJU31841

Gasoline 

WARNING

EWJ00280

GASOLINE AND ITS VAPORS ARE HIGH-
LY FLAMMABLE AND EXPLOSIVE!

Do not smoke when refueling, and keep
away from sparks, flames, and other
sources of ignition.

Stop the engine before refueling.

Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the
watercraft in a horizontal position.

Do not stand or sit on the watercraft
while refueling in case of fire.

Take care not to spill gasoline. If gaso-
line spills, wipe it up immediately with
dry rags. Always properly dispose of
gasoline-soaked rags.

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 in a
well-ventilated area with the watercraft
in a horizontal position.

Tighten the fuel tank filler cap securely
after refueling.

If you should swallow some gasoline, in-
hale a lot of gasoline vapor, or get gaso-
line in your eyes, get immediate medical
attention.

If any gasoline spills on your skin or
clothing, immediately wash the affected
area with soap and water and change
your clothes.

CAUTION:

ECJ00310

Use only fresh gasoline that has been
stored in clean containers.

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.

Recommended gasoline:

Regular unleaded gasoline with a mini-
mum octane rating of

86 (Pump octane number) = (R + 
M)/2
90 (Research octane number)

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Summary of Contents for FX High Output WaveRunner 2008

Page 1: ...2008 WaveRunner FX High Output FX Cruiser High Output OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION F1X F8199 12 U S A Edition LIT 18626 07 50 ...

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Page 3: ...in with it even if the watercraft is subsequently sold In this manual information of particular impor tance is distinguished in the following ways The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTEN TION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING EWJ00070 Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the machine operator passengers a bystand er or a person inspecting or repair...

Page 4: ...ne shut off switch 31 Start switch 32 Throttle lever 32 Cooling water pilot outlets 32 Steering system 33 Tilt lever 33 Shift lever 34 Quick Shift Trim System QSTS selector 34 Handgrip 36 Reboarding step 36 Bow eye 36 Stern eyes 37 Pull up cleats for FX Cruiser High Output 37 Yamaha Engine Management System YEMS 37 Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode 37 Multifunction information center 39 Stor...

Page 5: ...Checking the air filter element 87 Checking the jet thrust nozzle angle 88 Checking the shift cable 88 Checking and adjusting the throttle cable 88 Cleaning and adjusting the spark plugs 90 Lubrication points 91 Checking the battery 92 Fuel injection system 94 Specifications 95 Specifications 95 Trouble recovery 96 Troubleshooting 96 Troubleshooting chart 96 Emergency procedures 98 Cleaning the je...

Page 6: ...rcraft is stolen EJU30281 Primary Identification PRI ID number The PRI ID number is stamped on a plate at tached inside the engine compartment MODEL FX1100 G FX High Output FX1100A G FX Cruiser High Output EJU30300 Hull Identification Number HIN The HIN is stamped on a plate attached to the aft deck EJU30310 Engine serial number The engine serial number is stamped on a plate attached to the engine...

Page 7: ...ine SI engines EJU30390 Approval label of emission control certificate This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head and to the bulkhead EJU30430 Manufactured date label This label is attached to the top of the cylinder head 1 Emission control information label location 1 Emission control information label location 1 Manufactured date label location ...

Page 8: ...General and important labels 3 EJU30450 Important labels ...

Page 9: ...General and important labels 4 EJU35910 Warning labels ...

Page 10: ...General and important labels 5 ...

Page 11: ...General and important labels 6 EJU35923 Other labels ...

Page 12: ...General and important labels 7 The following label indicates the correct direction to upright a capsized watercraft ...

Page 13: ...em the video may help reinforce the information contained in these materi als EJU30730 Limitations on who may operate the watercraft 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 contacti...

Page 14: ...her maneuvers that make it hard for others to avoid you or un derstand where you are going Avoid areas with submerged objects or shallow water 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 throt tle to steer Always check throttle and steer ing controls before starting t...

Page 15: ...f 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 oper...

Page 16: ...t 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 helm...

Page 17: ... 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 sta...

Page 18: ...ed on board your watercraft 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 Visual distress signals It is recommended that a U S Coast Guard approved pyrotechnic device be stored in a waterproof container on your watercraft A mirror can also be used as an emergency signal Contact a Y...

Page 19: ...le 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 agai...

Page 20: ... 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 Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch before removing ...

Page 21: ...onsider ations for minimizing risks while water skiing The skier should wear an approved PFD preferably a brightly colored one so boat operators can see the skier 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 re...

Page 22: ...s 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...

Page 23: ...sel 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 yo...

Page 24: ...he right of way as it should 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 ...

Page 25: ...navigation by the lateral system of 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 ri...

Page 26: ... They signify speed zones restricted areas danger areas and general information Remember markings may vary by geograph ic location Always consult local boating au thorities before riding your watercraft in unfamiliar waters ...

Page 27: ...site 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 Coa...

Page 28: ...er 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 operator s manual is carried out ...

Page 29: ...ctions 24 EJU31010 Location of main components Front view 1 Handlebars 2 Rear seat 3 Front seat 4 Footwell 5 Sponsons 6 Gunwale 7 Pull up cleat for FX Cruiser High Output 8 Cooling water pilot outlet 9 Bow eye 10 Hood ...

Page 30: ...ons 25 Rear view 1 Fuel tank filler cap 2 Intake grate 3 Speed sensor 4 Stern eyes 5 Stern drain plugs 6 Reverse gate 7 Ride plate 8 Jet thrust nozzle 9 Reboarding step 10 Electric bilge pilot outlet 11 Cleat 12 Handgrip ...

Page 31: ...iew mirrors 4 Throttle lever 5 Shift lever 6 Tilt lever 7 Glove compartment 8 Engine stop switch 9 Engine shut off cord lanyard 10 Quick Shift Trim System QSTS selector 11 QSTS selector lock lever 12 Watertight compartment 13 Remote control transmitter 14 Start switch 15 Engine shut off switch 16 Clip ...

Page 32: ...unctions 27 Engine compartment 1 Air filter case 2 Water separator 3 Fuel tank 4 Battery 5 Flushing hose connector 6 Electrical box 7 Oil tank 8 Muffler 9 Spark plugs Spark plug caps Ignition coils 10 Spark plug lead ...

Page 33: ...l the seat off FX High Output FX Cruiser High Output 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 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 1 Seat latch 1 Seat latch ...

Page 34: ...down to lock it in place 2 Install the rear seat NOTE Make sure that the seats are securely in stalled before operating the watercraft EJU31061 Hood To open the hood push the hood latch down and then lift up the hood To close the hood push the hood down to lock it in place NOTE Make sure that the hood is securely closed before operating the watercraft 1 Hood latch ...

Page 35: ...arefully 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 sof...

Page 36: ...hori ty to operate the remote control transmit ter EJU31150 Engine stop switch Push the engine stop switch red button to stop the engine normally 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 switch such as if the operator falls off the wa ter...

Page 37: ...ing 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 outlet If water is not being discharged from this outlet cooling wa ter may not be circulating in the engine When this occurs stop the engine and check for the cause See pages 44 and 98 for more inf...

Page 38: ... 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 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 ...

Page 39: ... idle before shifting into reverse 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 Use reverse for slow speed maneuver ing only Make sure that there are no obstacles or people behind you before shifting into reverse Do not touch the reverse gate while the shift lever is being operated otherwise you could ...

Page 40: ...or most operating conditions To enhance particular types of performance select bow down or bow up 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 hig...

Page 41: ...water craft The watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury EJU34861 Reboarding step The reboarding step provides a handhold and footstep for boarding the watercraft WARNING EWJ01210 Do not use the reboarding step to lift the watercraft The watercraft could fall which could result in severe injury CAUTION ECJ00741 Use the reboarding step only to board the watercraft in the water Do n...

Page 42: ...lift the wa tercraft 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 EJU31380 Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode This watercraft is equipped wi...

Page 43: ... sounds once This indicates the lock mode is selected and the engine cannot be started The UNLOCK indicator light comes on when the security system is in the unlock mode and goes off when the security system is in the lock mode When the unlock button on the remote control transmitter is pressed for a short time the beeper sounds two times for the normal mode or three times for the low RPM mode The...

Page 44: ...ll go off If this oc curs press the lock button on the transmit ter briefly to select the lock mode press the unlock button briefly to select the unlock mode and then press the unlock button again for more than 4 seconds to select the normal mode or low RPM mode While the engine is running input from the remote control transmitter is not received CAUTION ECJ00080 If the remote control transmitter ...

Page 45: ...indicator light comes on when the analog speedometer is selected The RPM indicator light comes on when the an alog tachometer is selected NOTE When the analog speedometer tachometer is switched to the speedometer function the SPEED indicator light blinks three times and then comes on Analog speedometer The analog speedometer shows the water craft speed against water The large inner numbers on the ...

Page 46: ...the multifunction information center starts operating EJU34960 RPM indicator light The RPM indicator light comes on when the analog tachometer is selected EJU34980 WARNING indicator light The WARNING indicator light blinks or comes on together with a warning indicator when a malfunction has occurred EJU34990 UNLOCK indicator light The UNLOCK indicator light comes on when the unlock mode of the Yam...

Page 47: ...hows the watercraft speed against water NOTE 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 The SPEED indicator light blinks three times if miles are selected as the display units when the multifunction information 1 L MODE indicator light 1 Fuel level met...

Page 48: ...k 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 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 Hour meter The hour meter is provided to make it easy to follow the maintenance schedule 1 V...

Page 49: ...arted after the fuel tank is re filled NOTE Press any button on the multifunction informa tion center to stop the buzzer 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...

Page 50: ...e 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 CAUTION ECJ00040 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 dam...

Page 51: ...peration buttons are on the right side of the multifunction information cen ter 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 Tripmeter Trip timer Fuel consumption per hour Fuel consumption per kilometer mile Water temperature Air temperature NOTE To switch the display units between kilome ters li...

Page 52: ...ss varies depend ing on the operating conditions Use this func tion as a reference only Average speed This display shows the average speed in miles per hour AV MPH or kilometers per hour AV KMH 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 1 Volt...

Page 53: ...ure L TEMP lake temperature 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...

Page 54: ...beverage holder are pro vided NOTE Make sure that the storage compartments are closed securely before operating the watercraft 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 EJU35151 Front storage compartment The...

Page 55: ... To open the glove compartment turn the glove compartment knob and then lift up the lid 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 Front storage compartment Capacity 75 0 L 19 8 US gal 16 5 Imp gal Load limit 5 0 kg 11 lb 1 Glove compart...

Page 56: ...rage hold er when operating the watercraft EJU35182 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 Seat storage compartment Seat storage compartment Capacity 15 0 L 4 0 US gal 3 3 Imp gal Load limit 9 0 kg 20 lb 1 Beverage holder 1 Watertight compartment cap 2 Watertight compart...

Page 57: ...Features and functions 52 NOTE Make sure that the watertight compartment cap is closed securely before operating the watercraft ...

Page 58: ...rom 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 in a well ventilated area with the watercraft in a horizontal position Tighten the fuel tank filler cap securely after refueling If you should swallow some gasoline in hale a lot of g...

Page 59: ...e fuel tank Contaminated fuel can cause poor running and engine damage 1 Remove the seats See page 28 for seat removal and installation procedures 2 Remove the fuel tank filler cap and then slowly add fuel to the fuel tank Stop filling when the fuel level reaches approximate ly 50 mm 2 in from the top of the fuel tank as indicated in the illustration 3 Install the fuel tank filler cap and the seat...

Page 60: ...ocked in place 61 Shift lever and reverse gate Check for proper operation 61 QSTS Check for proper operation 62 Fuel and oil Check the fuel and oil levels and replenish if neces sary Check the hoses and tanks for leakage 57 57 Water separator Check for water and drain if necessary 58 Battery Check the electrolyte level and battery condition 59 Hood Check that the hood is securely closed 29 Front a...

Page 61: ...Operation 56 NOTE 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 ...

Page 62: ...tallation procedures 3 Check the fuel level in the fuel tank and replenish if necessary See page 54 for filling procedures 4 Install the fuel tank filler cap and the seats EJU32411 Engine oil level Check the engine oil level before each use CAUTION ECJ00390 When checking the engine oil level on water be careful of other watercraft boats swimmers and obstacles The water current and wind can cause t...

Page 63: ...r 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 the watercraft was capsized Normally the water separator is empty If water remains in the water separator drain it by removing the drain screw Place a drain pan under the water separator to catch the draining water or use a dry cloth to soak up any wat...

Page 64: ...ove any foreign materials such as dirt or sand Otherwise the stern drain plugs could be damaged allowing water to en ter the engine compartment 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 EJU32470 Stern drain plugs Check the stern drain plugs for proper instal latio...

Page 65: ...he battery is securely held in place 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 To close the fire extinguisher container insert the fire extinguisher into the container and then install the cap and tighten it securely...

Page 66: ...10 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 Check that the handlebars are locked in place ...

Page 67: ...tacles or people behind you before shifting into reverse Do not touch the reverse gate while the shift lever is being operated otherwise you could be pinched 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 posit...

Page 68: ...to the engine could result Cooling water is fed to the engine by the jet pump See page 98 for jet intake cleaning procedures WARNING EWJ00470 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 Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut off switch befo...

Page 69: ... the clip from the engine shut off switch to ver ify that the engine stops immediately See pages 31 to 32 for information on proper op eration of the start switch the engine stop switch and the engine shut off switch EJU32700 Cooling water pilot outlet Check that water comes out from the port left cooling water pilot outlet while the engine is running and the watercraft is in the water See page 32...

Page 70: ... 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 8000 r min 3 Proceed with normal operation CAUTION ECJ00430 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...

Page 71: ...s 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 3 Attach the engine shut off cord to your left wrist and then attach the clip to the en gine shut off switch WARNING 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 fa...

Page 72: ...e 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 WARNING 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...

Page 73: ... the pre operation checks listed on page 55 The short time spent checking the water craft will reward you with added safety and re liability 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 Use the ...

Page 74: ...e 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 WARNING EWJ00550 When passengers are on board make sure that they are holding on firmly and have their feet on the fl...

Page 75: ... 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 ...

Page 76: ...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 WARNING EWJ00610 Before starting off make sure that there are no boats swimmers or obstacles around you EJU33162 Boarding with passengers WARNING EWJ00660 Severe internal i...

Page 77: ...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 WARNING EWJ00610 Before starting off make sure that there are no boats swimmers or obstacles around you NOTE The heavier the total weight of the operator and passe...

Page 78: ...s 6 Gradually increase the speed to balance the watercraft 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 WARNING EWJ00670 IMPROPER UPRIGHTING CAN CAUSE IN JURY Be sure to shut the engine off by pulling on the engine shut off cord to remove the clip from the engine sh...

Page 79: ...t 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 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...

Page 80: ...ING EWJ00770 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 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 mo...

Page 81: ...u need engine power to steer away from a boat or other obstacle that comes into your path 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 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 rea...

Page 82: ...JU33391 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...

Page 83: ... step 3 if necessary 10 Wipe the hull handlebars and jet unit dry with a clean cloth 11 Spray a rust inhibitor such as Yamaha Silicone Protectant and Lubricant on me tallic parts to minimize corrosion 12 Allow the engine compartment to air dry completely before installing the seat EJU33461 Transporting When transporting the watercraft on a trailer secure the tie downs to the trailer through the bo...

Page 84: ...e 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 28 for seat re moval and installation procedures 3 Remove the flushing hose connector cap and then insert the garden hose adapter into the flushing hose connector and tu...

Page 85: ...an 15 seconds without supplying water other wise the engine could overheat 6 Lubricate all cables such as the throttle and steering cables NOTE 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 7 Lubricate the areas of the watercraft specified in Lubrication points on page 91 EJU33660 Fuel system WARNI...

Page 86: ...ast once every 2 months and fully charge it if necessary CAUTION ECJ00100 Always keep the battery charged Storing a discharged battery can cause permanent battery damage To check the condition of the battery check the 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 It is recommended to have a Yamaha deale...

Page 87: ... 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 Modifications to this watercraft not ap proved by Yamaha may cause loss of performance or excessive noise and ex haust emissions or render it ...

Page 88: ...vided in the tool kit are suf ficient for this purpose except that a torque wrench may also be necessary to tighten nuts and bolts 1 Tool bag 2 Screwdriver 3 16 mm box wrench 4 10 12 mm box wrench 5 Pliers 6 Open end wrench 7 Garden hose adapter ...

Page 89: ...s 12 months 12 months 24 months Spark plugs Check clean adjust 90 Lubrication points Lubricate 91 QSTS cables Lubricate Intermediate hous ing Lubricate 91 Fuel system Check 86 Fuel tank Check clean 86 Trolling speed Check adjust 94 Throttle shaft Check Cooling water pas sages Flush 79 Water inlet strain er Check clean Bilge strainer Clean Electric bilge pump strainer Check clean Impeller Check Jet...

Page 90: ...e Engine mount Check Nuts and bolts Check Air filter element Check 87 Engine oil Replace 86 Oil filter Replace 86 Valve clearance Check adjust Item Operation Initial Thereafter every Page 10 hours 50 hours 100 hours 100 hours 200 hours 6 months 12 months 12 months 24 months ...

Page 91: ...amaha dealer service the watercraft EJU34281 Engine oil and oil filter WARNING 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 CAUTION ECJ00180 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 Be sure to c...

Page 92: ...ove the air filter case cover 3 Remove the air filter element and check it for dirt and oil Replace the air filter ele ment if there is any oil buildup or every 2 years or every 200 hours of operation 4 Install the air filter element in the air filter case and then install the air filter case cover 5 Install the seats CAUTION ECJ00200 Make sure that the air filter element is in stalled in the air ...

Page 93: ...kes con tact with the stopper If the reverse gate does not make contact with the stopper have a Yamaha dealer service it EJU36560 Checking and adjusting the throttle cable 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 Yam...

Page 94: ...n screws and then re move the front and rear handlebar cov ers 2 Slide the rubber cover away from the ad juster and then loosen the locknut 3 Adjust the free play by turning the adjust er 4 Hold the adjuster with one wrench while tightening the locknut with another wrench Slide the rubber cover to its orig inal position 1 Rubber cover 2 Locknut 3 Adjuster 4 Throttle lever free play Throttle lever ...

Page 95: ...e replace the spark plug with the specified plug To remove a spark plug 1 Remove the air filter case cover and air filter element See page 87 for air filter element removal and installation proce dures 2 Remove the spark plug cap CAUTION ECJ00210 Do not use any tools to remove or install the spark plug cap otherwise the ignition coil coupler could be damaged The spark plug cap may be difficult to ...

Page 96: ...installing a spark plug A damaged insulator could allow sparks to escape which could result in a fire or ex plosion 5 Install the air filter element in the air filter case and then install the air filter case cover EJU34433 Lubrication points To keep moving parts sliding or rotating smoothly coat them with water resistant grease Throttle cable throttle body end Throttle bodies throttle cable pulle...

Page 97: ...rous 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 flame...

Page 98: ...r for replenishing the battery To recharge the battery CAUTION ECJ00250 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 c...

Page 99: ...ion 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 If the trolling speed is out of specification have a Y...

Page 100: ...haust cold 0 25 0 34 mm 0 0098 0 0134 in Lubrication system Dry sump Cooling system Water Starting system Electric Ignition system T C I Spark plug CR9EB Spark plug gap 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 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...

Page 101: ...ch Clip not in place Install clip 31 Fuse Burned out Replace the fuse and check wiring 100 Battery Run down Recharge 92 Poor terminal con nections Tighten as required 92 Terminal corroded Clean 81 Starter motor Faulty Have serviced by Yamaha dealer Engine does not start Starter motor turns over Throttle lever Squeezed Release 32 Fuel Empty Refill as soon as pos sible 54 Stale or contaminat ed Have...

Page 102: ...ne over heated Jet intake clogged Clean 98 Check engine warning Faulty sensors Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 45 Watercraft slow or loses power Yamaha Se curity System Low RPM mode se lected Select normal mode 39 Cavitation Jet intake clogged Clean 98 Impeller damaged or worn Have serviced by Yamaha dealer 98 Engine over heat warning Engine speed reduc tion control activated Clean jet intake and c...

Page 103: ...ith weeds or debris return to shore and check the intake and impeller Al ways stop the engine before beaching the wa tercraft WARNING 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 contact with the rotating parts of the jet pump CAU...

Page 104: ...te 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 explosi...

Page 105: ...f the engine does not start in 5 seconds release the start switch wait 15 seconds and then try again EJU34680 Replacing the fuses The fuses are located in the electrical box To replace a fuse 1 Remove the cap on the electrical box 2 Replace the blown fuse with the spare fuse of the correct amperage by using the fuse puller on the reverse side of the cap WARNING EWJ00800 Do not use fuses of higher ...

Page 106: ...raft 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 watercraft EJU35270 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 water...

Page 107: ...all the spark plugs and then connect the spark plug caps and fuel injector cou plers CAUTION ECJ00780 Do not start the engine even after complet ing the previous steps Any water remain ing in the engine could cause serious engine damage 9 Have the watercraft inspected by a Yamaha dealer as soon as possible CAUTION ECJ00790 Be sure to have a Yamaha dealer inspect the watercraft Otherwise serious en...

Page 108: ...ed 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 ...

Page 109: ... to 1 Completely set up each new watercraft before sale 2 Explain the operation 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 Q Is the warranty transferable to second owners A Yes The remainder of the existing warranty can be tra...

Page 110: ...s 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 Y E ...

Page 111: ...r 86 Engine oil level 57 Engine overheat warning indicator 44 Engine serial number 1 Engine shut off cord 63 Engine shut off switch 31 Engine stop switch 31 Enjoy your watercraft responsibly 23 F Fire extinguisher 60 Flushing the cooling system 79 Front storage compartment 49 Fuel and oil 53 Fuel injection system 94 Fuel level 57 Fuel level meter 43 Fuel level warning indicator 44 Fuel system 80 F...

Page 112: ...ssengers 69 Right multifunction display and operation buttons for FX Cruiser High Output 46 Rough water operation 77 RPM indicator light 41 Rules of the Road 18 S Seat storage compartment 50 Seats 28 Selecting the normal mode low RPM mode 39 Shift cable checking 88 Shift lever 34 Shift lever and reverse gate 61 Spark plugs cleaning and adjusting 90 SPEED indicator light 41 Start switch 32 Starting...

Page 113: ...Index YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE Y E S 105 Yamaha Security System 38 Yamaha Security System and low RPM mode 37 Yamaha Security System lock and unlock modes 38 ...

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