ECU YAMAHA FX SVHO 2018 User Guide

Equipment operation
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To open the glove compartment:
Turn the glove compartment knob 90° to the
left or right, and then lift up the lid.To close the glove compartment:Lower the lid, and then turn the glove com-
partment knob to securely lock the lid in pla-
ce.
To drain water from the glove compartment:
(1) Remove the drain plug on the bottom of
the glove compartment to drain the wa-
ter.
(2) Securely install the drain plug in its origi-
nal position.
1Glove compartment knob
1Glove compartment
Glove compartment:
Capacity:
7.0 L (1.8 US gal, 1.5 Imp.gal)
Load limit:
1.0 kg (2 lb)
1
1
1Drain plug
1
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EJU42193Stern storage compartment
The stern storage compartment is located in
front of the boarding platform.
To open the stern storage compartment:
(1) Pull the rear of the stern storage com-
partment latch on both sides of the stern
storage compartment lid outward, and
then unhook the front of the latch from
the hull.
(2) Open the lid.
To close the stern storage compartment:
(1) Close the lid.(2) Hook the front of the latch on both sides
of the lid onto the hull, and then push the
rear of the latch inward to securely lock it
in place.
TIP:
The ski rope slot in the stern storage com-
partment lid can be used to store the rope in
the stern storage compartment while the
rope is attached to the cleat.
EJU42301Beverage holders
This model is equipped with a built-in bever-
age holder and a removable beverage holder.
Do not place any items in the beverage hold-
ers while riding. Otherwise, the items may fall
out of the beverage holders.
Built-in beverage holder
The built-in beverage holder is located near
the starboard (right) side of the multifunction
information center.
1Stern storage compartment latch
1Stern storage compartment lid
2Stern storage compartment
Stern storage compartment:
Capacity:
17.0 L (4.5 US gal, 3.7 Imp.gal)
Load limit:
1.5 kg (3 lb)
1
1
2
1Ski rope slot
1Built-in beverage holder
1
1
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Removable beverage holder
The removable beverage holder is located in
the glove compartment. (See page 53 for in-
formation on the glove compartment.)
EJU42311Watertight storage compartments
This model is equipped with a built-in water-
tight storage compartment and a removable
watertight storage compartment.
These compartments are watertight when
their caps are closed securely.
Built-in watertight storage compartment
The built-in watertight storage compartment
is located near the port (left) side of the multi-
function information center.To open the built-in watertight storage com-
partment:
Loosen the cap and remove it.
To close the built-in watertight storage com-
partment:
Securely install the cap by tightening it until it
stops.
Removable watertight storage compart-
ment
The removable watertight storage compart-
ment is located under the rear seat.
1Removable beverage holder
1
1Cap
1Built-in watertight storage compartment
Built-in watertight storage compart-
ment:
Capacity:
2.5 L (0.7 US gal, 0.6 Imp.gal)
Load limit:
1.0 kg (2 lb)
1
1
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To open the removable watertight storage
compartment:
(1) Remove the rear seat. (See page 49 for
seat removal and installation proce-
dures.)
(2) Loosen the cap and remove it.
To close the removable watertight storage
compartment:
(1) Securely install the cap by tightening it
until it stops.
(2) Securely install the rear seat in its original
position.
EJU42391Fire extinguisher holder and cover
The fire extinguisher holder and cover are lo-
cated in the bow storage compartment.
To use the fire extinguisher holder and cover:
(1) Pull the hood latch rearward, and then lift
up the rear of the hood.
(2) Unhook the band and remove the fire ex-
tinguisher cover.
(3) Place the fire extinguisher in the holder,
and then place the cover over the fire ex-
tinguisher.
(4) Securely fasten the cover and the fire ex-
tinguisher with the band.
(5) Push the rear of the hood down to se-
curely lock it in place. Make sure that the
1Cap
1Removable watertight storage compart-
ment
Removable watertight storage compart-
ment:
Capacity:
9.0 L (2.4 US gal, 2.0 Imp.gal)
Load limit:
3.0 kg (7 lb)
1
1
1Hood latch
1Fire extinguisher holder and cover
2Band
1
1
2
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hood is securely closed before using the
watercraft.
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Do not leave the watercraft with a full
tank in direct sunlight.
(8) Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately with
a dry cloth.
(9) Securely install the fuel filler cap by tight-
ening it until it clicks.
(10) Push the rear of the hood down to se-
curely lock it in place. Make sure that thefuel filler cap and the hood are securely
closed before using the watercraft.
(11) Securely install the seats in their original
positions.
1Top of the fuel tank
2Approximately 50 mm (2 in) from top of the
fuel tank
1Top of the fuel tank
2Approximately 50 mm (2 in) from top of the
fuel tank
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(6) Loosen the engine oil filler cap and re-
move it.
(7) Slowly add engine oil.
TIP:
The difference between the minimum and
maximum level marks on the dipstick is equal
to approximately 1 L (1.06 US qt, 0.88 Imp.qt)
of engine oil.
(8) Wait approximately 5 minutes to allow
the engine oil to settle, and then check
the engine oil level again.
(9) Repeat steps 3–8 until the engine oil is at
the proper level.
(10) Securely install the engine oil filler cap by
tightening it until it stops.
(11) Securely install the seats in their original
positions.
EJU40022
Draining the bilge water
NOTICE
ECJ01302
Do not run the engine at full throttle when
bilge water remains in the engine com-
partment. The bilge water can splash into
the engine, which can result in severe
damage.
EJU44260Draining the bilge water on land
To drain the bilge water on land:
(1) Loosen the stern drain plugs and remove
them.
(2) Raise the bow of the watercraft, such as
by placing the watercraft on a slope, to
drain the bilge water from the engine
compartment.
(3) After the bilge water has drained from the
stern drain plug holes, wipe up any re-
maining moisture in the engine compart-
ment with a dry cloth.
(4) Check that the stern drain plugs and O-
rings on the plugs are not damaged and
that there is no foreign material on the
threads or O-rings on the plugs.
NOTICE: Before installing the stern
drain plugs, clean the drain plug
threads and the O-rings on the plugs
to remove any foreign materials, such
as dirt or sand. Otherwise, the stern1Engine oil filler cap
1
1Stern drain plug
1
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drain plugs could be damaged, allow-
ing water to enter the engine compart-
ment. Check the O-rings on the stern
drain plugs and make sure that the
plugs are tightened securely before
launching the watercraft. Otherwise,
water may flood the engine compart-
ment and cause the watercraft to sub-
merge.
[ECJ00363]
(5) Securely install the stern drain plugs by
tightening them until they stop.
EJU42171Draining the bilge water on water
A small quantity of bilge water will remain in
the engine compartment even after the bilge
water is drained on water. To completely
drain the bilge water, remove the watercraft
from the water and drain the bilge water on
land.
Jet vacuum bilge draining system
While the watercraft is operating, bilge water
in the engine compartment is drawn in by the
vacuum that is generated in the jet pump and
discharged from the watercraft through the
jet thrust nozzle.
To drain the bilge water on water:
Operate the watercraft as straight as possible
and above planing speed for at least 2 minu-
tes. NOTICE: Do not run the engine at full
throttle for at least 1 minute after the en-
gine has been restarted. Bilge water in theengine compartment can splash into the
engine, which can result in severe dam-
age.
[ECJ00554]
Electric bilge draining system
Bilge water in the engine compartment is
drawn in by the operation of the electric bilge
pump and discharged from the watercraft.
To drain the bilge water:
Start the engine to operate the electric bilge
pump.
TIP:
The electric bilge pump continues to operate
for a short time after the engine stops.
1O-ring
1
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EJU42432
Transporting on a trailer
When transporting the watercraft on a trailer,
secure the tie downs to the trailer through the
bow eye and stern eyes. NOTICE: Do not at-
tach ropes or tie downs to any part of the
watercraft other than the bow eye and
stern eyes to secure the watercraft to the
trailer. Otherwise, the watercraft may be
damaged. Wrap the ropes or tie downs
with towels or rags where they touch the
body of the watercraft to avoid scratches
or damage.
[ECJ02150]
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Pre-operation checks
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TIP:
To ensure safety and reliability, pre-operation checks should be made each time the water-
craft is used.
Jet thrust nozzle and re-
verse gate Check the jet thrust nozzle and reverse gate for
damage.74
Stern drain plugsCheck the stern drain plugs for damage and foreign
material and check that they are securely installed.74
HoodCheck that the hood is securely closed. 75
Front and rear seatsCheck that the seats are securely installed. 49
POST-LAUNCH CHECKS
Cooling water pilot outletCheck that water is discharged from the port (left)
cooling water pilot outlet while the engine is run-
ning.75
Multifunction information
centerCheck the multifunction information center for prop-
er operation.75
Shift system Check the shift system for proper operation. 76
Trim indicatorCheck the trim indicator for proper operation. 76
Engine idling speedCheck the engine idling speed. 76 ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
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