light YAMAHA FX HO CRUISER 2022 Owners Manual

Safety information
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tercraft, otherwise you increase your
chance of hitting a submerged object,
which could result in injury.
This watercraft is not equipped with light-
ing required for night operation. Do not op-
erate the watercraft after sunset or before
dawn, otherwise you increase the risk of
colliding with another boat, which could re-
sult in severe injury or death.
Follow navigation rules, and state/provin-
cial and local laws that apply to watercraft.
EJU43131
Operation requirements
All riders must wear a personal flotation de-
vice (PFD) that is approved by the appro-
priate authorities and is suitable for
personal watercraft use.
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 nozzle.
You must wear shorts with neoprene (wet-
suit material) to keep water from being
forcefully injected into the rectum or vagina
during a fall backward. Riders not wearing
neoprene shorts have received severe rec-
tal, vaginal, and internal injuries resulting in
permanent damage. Normal swimwear
does not offer adequate protection.
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.
You must decide whether to wear a helmet
while you ride for recreation. You should
know that a helmet could help protect you
60 cm (2 ft)
1Authority-approved PFD
2 Wetsuit bottom
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Description
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EJU43332
Watercraft glossary
Trolling speed
“Trolling” is the lowest maneuvering speed. You are applying little or no throttle. The water-
craft is down in the water, and there is no wake.
Sub-planing speed
“Sub-planing” is a medium speed. The bow of the watercraft is slightly up from the water sur-
face, but you are still traveling through the water. There is a wake.
Planing speed
“Planing” is a faster speed. The watercraft is more level and is skimming on top of the water.
There is a wake.
Bow
The front end of the watercraft.
Stern
The rear end of the watercraft.
Starboard
The right side of the watercraft when facing forward.
Port
The left side of the watercraft when facing forward.
Bilge water
Water that has collected in the engine compartment.
Yamaha Engine Management System (YEMS) YEMS is an integrated, computerized management system that controls and adjusts ignition
timing, fuel injection, engine diagnostics, and the off-throttle steering (OTS) system.
Reverse with Intuitive Deceleration Electronics (RiDE)
RiDE is an electronic system that controls the reverse, neutral, and deceleration operations of
the watercraft.
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If the RiDE lever is squeezed while the throttle
lever is squeezed, the watercraft will slow
down, and once stopped, move in reverse.
To shift into neutral from forward:
(1) Release the throttle lever.
(2) Lightly squeeze and release the RiDE le-ver. The “N” (neutral) shift indicator will
be displayed.
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If the RiDE lever is squeezed continuously,
the reverse gate will move to the reverse po-
sition.
EJU45880Electric trim system
The electric trim system is a function for
changing the vertical angle of the jet thrust
nozzle to change the trim angle and perfor-
mance characteristics of the watercraft.
This function can be used only for forward
operation of the watercraft.
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When the watercraft is moving in reverse or
is in neutral, the jet thrust nozzle will auto-
matically change to the neutral trim setting.
When the watercraft is shifted into forward,
the jet thrust nozzle will automatically
change to the selected trim setting.
While the watercraft is in neutral, the
“TRIM/T.D.E.” switch controls the forward
and reverse operation of the T.D.E. (thrust
direction enhancer). (See page 33 for infor-
mation on the T.D.E.)
The watercraft perfor mance characteristics
according to the trim angle change de-
pending on the operating conditions.
1 “F” (Forward position)
km/h
RPM
x1000
12.7V16KM/HFA S TACCEL
1
1 “N” (Neutral position)
km/h
RPM
x1000
12.7V16KM/HFA S TACCEL
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Watercraft operation
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EJU40003
Watercraft operation modes
EJU45892Reverse assist
The reverse assist is a function for temporar-
ily increasing the engine speed when moving
in reverse, such as to enter the water
smoothly when launching the watercraft from
a trailer.
This function operates after the engine is
started and only if the watercraft is not shifted
into forward.
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Once the watercraft is shifted into forward af-
ter the engine is started, the reverse assist
cannot be operated.
Activating and deactivating the reverse
assist
The activation of the reverse assist can be
confirmed by the reverse assist indicator on
the multifunction information center.
To activate the reverse assist:
(1) Start the engine.
(2) Squeeze the RiDE lever to the fully openposition, and then push the upper side of
the “SPEED ADJUST” switch. Once the
beeper sounds three times and the re-
verse assist indicator is displayed, the engine speed will increase. The engine
speed can be adjusted to two levels: +1
and +2.
To deactivate the reverse assist:
Perform one of the following operations. The
beeper sounds two times and the reverse as-
sist indicator disappears when the reverse
assist is deactivated.
Relax your grip on the RiDE lever.
Push the lower side of the “SPEED AD-
JUST” switch when the reverse assist level
is set to +1.
Squeeze the throttle lever.EJU45900T.D.E. (thrust directional enhancer)
The T.D.E. is a function for slightly lifting or
lowering the reverse gate from the neutral po-
sition to operate the watercraft at very low
speeds when the engine is running at idling
speed.
1
Reverse assist indicator
2 Reverse assist level
km/h
RPM
x1000
12.7V10 :00AM
Reverse Assist +2
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1 RiDE lever
1 “SPEED ADJUST” switch
1
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EJU46980Drive control mode
The drive control mode is a function for set-
ting the maximum watercraft speed and ac-
celeration for stable towing, and to adjust the
trim angle automatically.
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The watercraft speed setting is a target value.
The actual watercraft speed may vary de-
pending on the operating conditions.
Activating the drive control mode
Activation of the drive control mode can be
confirmed by the drive control mode indica-
tor on the multifunction information center.
When the drive control mode is activated, the
drive control mode indicator is shown in light
yellow.
To operate the watercraft using the drive
control mode:
(1) Release the throttle lever and let the en- gine speed return to idle.
(2) Activate each drive control mode.
(3) Squeeze the throttle lever.
Selecting the drive control mode settings
The drive control mode settings for the max-
imum watercraft speed and acceleration are
saved. In addition, the activation and settings
of the drive control mode can be locked to
prevent others from changing them. When the lock is set, the drive control set-
tings cannot be changed. Release the lock to
change the settings.
To select the maximum watercraft speed
and acceleration settings:
(1) Select “ ” for the maximum watercraft
speed.
(2) Set the desired maximum watercraft speed, and select “Save”.
(3) Select “Acceleration”, and set the de- sired acceleration.
1Drive control mode indicator
C
Auto Trim
16SLOW
Drive Control
km/hOFFLockAcceleration
Comfort
11
Maximum watercraft speed
1 “Save”
Auto TrimComfort
16SLOWkm/hOFFAcceleration
Drive ControlLock
1
CancelSave
Drive Control
Speedkm/h16
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Instrument operation
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Time Zone
Clock display type
Daylight Saving Time
To switch the time zone:
(1) Select the currently set time zone value.
(2) Select the desired time zone.
To switch the clock display type:
Select between “12-Hr” and “24-Hr” to
switch the clock display type value.
To switch to daylight saving time:
Select between “Enabled” and “Disabled” to
switch the daylight saving time value.
EJU46801Displaying the time since the last
maintenance (“Wellness”)
The total number of hours that the engine has
been running since the last watercraft main-
tenance can be displayed.
To reset the number of hours of opera-
tion:
(1) Select “Reset”.
1Time zone value
1 Clock display type value
Clock
ESTTime Zone:
12-HrClock Type:
DisabledDaylight Saving Time:
1
Clock
ESTTime Zone:
12-HrClock Type:
DisabledDaylight Saving Time:
1
1Daylight saving time value
1 “Reset”
Clock
ESTTime Zone:
12-HrClock Type:
DisabledDaylight Saving Time:
1
Wellness
TIME SINCE LAST MAINTENANCE :
Reset
Hrs0.0
Wellness
TIME SINCE LAST MAINTENANCE :
Reset
Hrs0.0
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Instrument operation
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and the track is not displayed on the map
when set to “Hidden”.
EJU46870Satellite status confirmation (“Satellite
Status”)
You can check information related to satel-
lites that can be detected in the area.
EJU46880Depth contour and safety contour settings
(“Depth/Position”)
Set the “DEPTH CONTOUR” and “SAFETY
CONTOUR” to change the depth contour
and safety contour displayed on the map.
Change the “DEPTH CONTOUR” value to
change the display of the depth contour dis-
played on the map.
The color of the water area displayed on the
map screen changes according to the value
set in “SAFETY CONTOUR”.
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The deeper the depth, the lighter the color
of the water area. The shallower the depth,
the darker the color of the water area.
When “SAFETY CONTOUR” is set to
“OFF”, the color of the water area is dis-
played in white.
EJU46890Map display settings (“Chart Setup”)
You can switch between showing and hiding
information displayed on the map screen. Se-
lect an item to switch between showing and
hiding the item. The following display infor-
mation can be switched.
“GRIDS”
“TRACKS”
“WAYPOINTS”
“WAYPOINT NAMES”
“NAV AIDS”
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If “TRACKS” is set to hide in the map display
settings, the track will not be displayed on the
map screen even if the track is set to
“Shown”.
EJU46901Return to factory settings (“Factory
Reset”)
The settings can be reset to their factory de-
fault settings. The items that are reset and the
default settings are as follows.
PIN code
Last maintenance time
GeoFence information
Waypoint information
Drive control mode information
Auto trim information
To reset the settings:
(1) Select “RESET”.
1“DEPTH CONTOUR”
2 “SAFETY CONTOUR”
Satellite
Satellites:
Time (GMT):
Latitude:
3
6:22 AM
34.69164
Depth / Position
DEPTH CONTOURALL20m10m5m2mOFF
SAFETY CONTOUR20m10m5m2mOFF
1
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If the engine overheat warning is activated,
immediately reduce the engine speed, return
to shore, and then make sure that water is
being discharged from the port (left) cooling
water pilot outlet while the engine is running.
If there is no discharge of water, stop the en-
gine, and then check the jet intake for clog-
ging. (See page 120 for information on the jet
intake.) NOTICE: If you cannot locate and
correct the cause of the overheating, con-
sult a Yamaha dealer. Continuing to oper-
ate at higher speeds could result in severe
engine damage.
[ECJ00042]
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While the engine overheat warning is acti-
vated, the maximum engine speed is limit-
ed.
Select “ ” on the warning bar to display
the warning details.
Oil pressure warning “ ”
If the oil pressure drops significantly, “ ”
and “ ” are shown in the warning bar, and
the buzzer sounds intermittently. If the oil pressure warning is activated, imme-
diately reduce the engine speed, return to
shore, and then check the engine oil level.
(See page 79 for information on checking the
engine oil level.) If the oil level is sufficient,
have a Yamaha dealer check the watercraft.
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While the oil pressure warning is activated,
the maximum engine speed is limited.
Select “ ” on the warning bar to display
the warning details.
Other warnings (communication errors,
exceeding the maintenance intervals, and
so on) “ ”
If other abnormalities have been detected, or
if the cumulative time since the maintenance
interval of the marine jet exceeds 50
hours, “ ” will light up on the warning bar
and the buzzer will sound intermittently.
If a warning is activated, have the watercraft
serviced by a Yamaha dealer as soon as pos-
sible.
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Select “ ” on the warning bar to display
the warning details.
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EJU46321
Accessory outlet
There is a 12 V DC outlet located inside the
glove compartment.
ECJ02920
Do not use an automotive cigarette
lighter or other accessories that get hot
because the outlet can be damaged.
The load must never exceed 120 W (10
A), otherwise the fuse may blow or the
battery may discharge.
EJU46331
USB charger
There is a USB charger located inside the
glove compartment. The USB charger can be
used to charge external devices.
ECJ02930
The load must never exceed 10.5 W (2.1 A),
otherwise the fuse may blow or the battery
may discharge.
112V DC outlet
11
1USB charger
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Operation and handling requirements
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(3) Remove the seats, and then check thefuel level. (See page 69 for seat removal
and installation procedures.)
(4) Loosen the fuel filler cap and remove it.
(5) Slowly add fuel to the fuel tank.
(6) Stop filling when the fuel level reaches approximately 50 mm (2 in) from the top
of the fuel tank. Do not overfill the fuel
tank. Because fuel expands when it
heats up, heat from the engine or the sun
can cause fuel to spill out of the fuel tank.
Do not leave the watercraft with a full
tank in direct sunlight. (7) Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately with
a dry cloth.
(8) Securely install the fuel filler cap by tight- ening it until it clicks.
(9) Securely install the seats in their original positions.
1Fuel filler cap
Fuel tank capacity:
70 L (18.5 US gal, 15.4 Imp.gal)
1
1Top of the fuel tank
2 Approximately 50 mm (2 in) from top of the
fuel tank
1 Top of the fuel tank
2 Approximately 50 mm (2 in) from top of the
fuel tank
2
1
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