Yamaha 210 FSH 2019 User manual

2019 Yamaha Boat
210 FSH Sport
210 FSH Deluxe
210 FSH
OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
F4A-F8199-11
LIT-18626-12-22
Read this manual carefully
before operating this boat.
U.S.A. Edition

WARNING: Operating, servicing
and maintaining a recreational marine
vessel can expose you to chemicals
including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known to
the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. To
minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust,
service your vessel in a well-ventilated area
and wear gloves or wash your hands
frequently when servicing this vessel.
For more information go to
www.P65warnings.ca.gov/marine
Read this manual carefully before operating this boat. This manual should stay
with the boat if it is sold.
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Important manual information
To the owner
Thank you for choosing a Yamaha boat. This
owner’s/operator’s manual contains informa-
tion you will need for proper operation, main-
tenance, and care. A thorough understanding
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 boat,
please consult a Yamaha Boat Dealer.
In this manual, information of particular im-
portance is distinguished in the following
ways:
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used
to alert you to potential personal injury haz-
ards. Obey all safety messages that follow
this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situa-
tion which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates special precautions
that must be taken to avoid damage to the
boat or other property.
TIP:
A TIP provides key information to make pro-
cedures easier or clearer.
Because Yamaha has a policy of continuing
product improvement, this product may not
be exactly as described in this owner’s/oper-
ator’s manual. Specifications are subject to
change without notice.
This manual should be considered a perma-
nent part of this boat and should remain with
it even if the boat is subsequently sold.
210 FSH Sport/210 FSH Deluxe/210 FSH
OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
©2018 by Yamaha Motor Corporation,
U.S.A.
1st Edition, July 2018
All rights reserved.
Any reprinting or unauthorized use
without the written permission of
Yamah a Motor Cor po ration, U.S.A.
is expressly prohibited.
Printed in U.S.A.
P/N LIT-18626-12-22
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Table of contents
General and important labels........... 1
Identification number records .......... 1
Primary Identification (PRI-ID)
number....................................... 1
Hull Identification Number (HIN) ...1
Engine serial number .................... 1
Emission control information ........... 2
Approval label of emission
control certificate ....................... 2
Manufactured date label ............... 3
Important labels ............................... 4
Warning labels .............................. 6
Other labels................................... 9
Safety information........................... 10
Limitations on who may operate
the boat ....................................... 10
Cruising limitations......................... 11
Operational requirements .............. 12
Required equipment....................... 13
Additional equipment
recommendations ....................... 13
Hazard information......................... 14
Boat characteristics ....................... 14
Night operation .............................. 15
Wakeboarding and water-skiing .... 16
Rules of the road............................ 17
To get more boating safety
information .................................. 21
Enjoy your boat responsibly........... 21
Description....................................... 22
Boat glossary ................................. 22
Location of main components ....... 23
Exterior components................... 23
Stern components ...................... 26
Helm components....................... 27
Engine components .................... 29
Control function operation ............. 30
Boat control functions.................... 30
Engine shut-off switch ................ 30
Battery switches ......................... 30
Main switches ............................. 31
Remote control levers................. 32
Steering ...................................... 33
Tilt lever ...................................... 34
Instrument operation ....................... 35
Tachometers............................... 35
Multi-function display unit
operation.................................. 35
Multi-function display elements..... 36
Static bar .................................... 36
Screen tab bar ............................ 37
Main screen ................................ 37
Warning bar ................................ 38
Home screen ................................. 38
Trip screen ..................................... 38
Setting screen................................ 40
Time setting screen .................... 40
Brightness setting screen ........... 40
Unit setting screen...................... 41
Aerator setting screen ................ 41
Maintenance setting screen ....... 42
Language setting screen ............ 42
Factory reset screen ................... 42
Warnings........................................ 44
Check engine warning ................ 45
Low oil pressure warning............ 45
Over temperature warning.......... 46
Communication error warning .... 47
No-wake mode/cruise assist
switch ...................................... 47
Operating the boat with a
minimal wake
(no-wake mode)....................... 47
Operating the boat at a steady
speed (cruise assist) ................ 47
Operating the boat in reverse
with more thrust
(reverse RPM control) .............. 48
Switches ........................................ 49
Courtesy light switch .................. 50
Navigation and anchor lights
switch ...................................... 50
Aerator switch............................. 51
Switch circuit breakers ............... 52
Accessory outlet ............................ 53
Stereo system................................ 53
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Equipment operation ...................... 54
Seats .............................................. 54
Leaning post ............................... 54
Jump seats.................................. 54
Removable backrest
(210 FSH Sport/
210 FSH Deluxe) ...................... 55
Engine hood ................................... 55
Storage compartments .................. 56
Anchor storage compartment ..... 56
Bow storage compartment ......... 56
Insulated fish box........................ 57
Stern storage compartment ........ 57
Lockable storage
compartment............................ 58
Glove compartment .................... 61
Storage pocket ........................... 61
Wet storage compartment .......... 62
Bucket storage compartment ..... 62
Rod holders................................. 63
Livewell ....................................... 64
Battery compartment .................. 65
Windshield...................................... 66
Anchor light (210 FSH Sport) ......... 66
Anchor light
(210 FSH Deluxe/210 FSH) ......... 67
Swim platform and ladder.............. 69
Jet wash ......................................... 70
T-top (210 FSH Sport).................... 72
Bimini top (210 FSH Sport) ............ 73
Bimini top (210 FSH Deluxe) .......... 74
Setting up the bimini top............. 74
Storing the bimini top in the
upright position ........................ 75
Storing the bimini top in the fully
collapsed position.................... 75
Trailering with the bimini top....... 76
Operation and handling
requirements......................................77
Fuel requirement ............................ 77
Fuel ............................................. 77
Engine oil requirement ................... 78
Engine oil..................................... 78
Draining the bilge water ................. 80
Draining the bilge water on
land .......................................... 80
Draining the bilge water on
water........................................ 81
First-time operation ......................... 83
Engine break-in.............................. 83
Pre-operation checks..................... 84
Pre-operation checklist............... 84
Pre-operation check points ........... 86
Pre-launch checks ...................... 86
Steering system checks ............. 86
Remote control lever checks ...... 86
Fire extinguisher check............... 87
Access port cap check ............... 88
Jet intake checks........................ 89
Fuel system checks .................... 89
Engine oil level check ................. 89
Battery check.............................. 90
Bilge water check ....................... 90
Drain plug check......................... 90
Blower switch check................... 91
Navigation and anchor lights
switch check............................ 91
Horn switch check ...................... 92
Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
check ....................................... 92
Post-launch checks .................... 93
Engine shut-off switch check ..... 93
Cooling water pilot outlet
check ....................................... 93
Fuel level check .......................... 93
Operation........................................... 95
Driving your boat ........................... 95
Getting to know your boat.......... 95
Learning to operate your boat .... 95
Starting the engine ..................... 95
Stopping the engines.................. 97
Leaving a dock ........................... 98
Turning the boat ......................... 98
Boating with passengers .......... 100
Stopping the boat..................... 100
Boarding from the water........... 101
Boarding from a dock or
landing jetty ........................... 101
Docking..................................... 101
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Beaching ................................... 102
Anchoring.................................. 102
Crossing wakes and swells....... 103
Post-operation checks ................. 104
Trailering ........................................ 106
Trailering the boat ........................ 106
Hitch.......................................... 106
Trailering checklist .................... 106
Backing your trailer ................... 107
Launching ................................. 107
Loading ..................................... 108
Lifting ........................................ 109
Care and storage........................... 110
Post-operation care ..................... 110
Flushing the cooling system .....110
Cleaning the boat...................... 111
Basic stain guide....................... 113
Battery care............................... 114
Long-term storage ....................... 115
Fuel system ............................... 115
Lubrication ................................ 115
Grease points............................ 115
Maintenance ....................................117
Maintenance................................. 117
Owner’s/operator’s manual
and tool kit ............................. 117
Periodic maintenance chart ...... 118
Specifications ..................................121
Specifications............................... 121
Trouble recovery .............................123
Troubleshooting ........................... 123
Troubleshooting chart............... 123
Emergency procedures................ 125
Jet pump clean-out
procedure............................... 125
Jump-starting............................ 127
Fuse replacement ..................... 127
Towing the boat ........................ 129
Consumer information.................. 130
Limited warranty .......................... 130
YAMAHA EXTENDED SERVICE
(Y.E.S.) ...................................... 133
Sample float plan......................... 134
Index................................................. 135
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General and important labels
Identification number records
Record your Primary Identification (PRI-ID)
number, Hull Identification Number (HIN), and
engine serial number in the spaces provided
to assist you in ordering spare parts from
your Yamaha Boat Dealer. Also, record and
keep these ID numbers in a separate place in
case your boat is stolen.
Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number
The PRI-ID number is stamped on a label at-
tached inside the engine compartment. (See
page 55 for engine hood opening and closing
procedures.)
1Primary Identification (PRI-ID) number
Hull Identification Number (HIN)
The HIN is stamped into the right rear corner
of the hull.
1Hull Identification Number (HIN)
Engine serial number
The engine serial numbers are stamped on a
label attached to each engine unit. (See page
55 for engine hood opening and closing pro-
cedures.)
1Engine serial number
1
MODEL
YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD.
ASSEMBLED IN U.S.A. FROM AMERICAN AND JAPANESE
COMPONENTS.
ASSEMBLÉ AUX ÉTATS-UNIS DE PIÈCES AMÉRICAINES ET
JAPONAISES.
PRI-I.D.
1
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Port side
Starboard side
Emission control information
This engine family conforms to U.S. Environ-
mental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations
for marine SI engines applicable at the time of
manufacture.
This engine is certified to operate on regular
unleaded gasoline.
Approval label of emission control
certificate
These labels are attached to each engine unit
and to the inside of the engine compartment.
(See page 55 for engine hood opening and
closing procedures.)
1Emission control information label
1Emission control information label
YAMAHA
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
MADE IN JAPAN
PAYS D’ORIGINE JAPON
YAMAHA
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
MADE IN JAPAN
PAYS D’ORIGINE JAPON
1
EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION
ENGINE FAMILY :
MAX POWER : kW
DISPLACEMENT : liters
EPA FEL : HC+NOx , CO g/kW-h
THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U.S. EPA EXHAUST REGULATIONS FOR SI MARINE
ENGINES. REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS.
YAMAHA MOTOR CO.,LTD.
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Manufactured date label
This label is attached to each engine unit.
(See page 55 for engine hood opening and
closing procedures.)
1Manufactured date label
YAMAHA MOTOR CO., LTD.
EPA CERTIFIED EVAP COMPONENTS:
MAX POWER: kW
ENGINE FAMILY:
EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM INFORMATION
EPA FEL: HC+NOx ,CO g/kW-h
DISPLACEMENT: liters
THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U.S. EPA EXHAUST REGULATIONS FOR SI MARINE
ENGINES. REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS. MEETS U.S. EPA EVAP STANDARDS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS.
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Important labels
Read the following labels before operating this boat. If you need any additional information,
contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer.
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2
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15
3
4
5
6
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13
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Warning labels
If any of these labels is damaged or missing, contact a Yamaha Boat Dealer for a replacement.
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4
3
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Other labels
YAMAHA 60E-83627-00
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)
MAXIMUM CAPACITIES
DESIGN COMPLIANCE WITH NMMA REQUIREMENTS IS VERIFIED.
MANUFACTURER RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCTION CONTROL.
2250 POUNDS, PERSONS, GEAR
PERSONS OR LBS.
10
1860
THIS BOAT COMPLIES WITH U.S. COAST GUARD SAFETY
STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION
MEETS U.S. EPA EVAP STANDARDS USING CERTIFIED COMPONENTS
MANUFACTURER: YAMAHA JET BOAT MANUFACTURING U.S.A., INC.
MODEL: VONORE, TN
NATIONAL MARINE
MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION
1716
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Safety information
The safe use and operation of this boat is
dependent upon the use of proper operat-
ing techniques, as well as upon the com-
mon sense, good judgment, and expertise
of the operator. Every operator should
know the following requirements before
operating the boat.
Before operating the boat, read the own-
er’s/operator’s manual, the Operation In-
struction card, and all labels on the boat.
These materials should give you an under-
standing of the boat and its operation.
Never allow anyone to operate this boat
until they too have read this owner’s/oper-
ator’s manual, the Operation Instruction
card, and all labels.
Limitations on who may
operate the boat
Yamaha recommends a minimum operator
age of 16 years old.
Adults must supervise use by minors.
Know the operator age and training re-
quirements 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.
This boat is designed to carry the operator,
up to 9 passengers, and cargo. Never ex-
ceed the maximum load limit or allow more
than 10 persons (or 9 persons if the wake-
boarder or water-skier is being pulled) to
ride in the boat at any time. Weight distri-
bution affects performance. Keep weight in
the boat low and evenly distributed from
side-to-side and bow-to-stern. Remove
any unnecessary cargo and store it on
shore.
Maximum load:
Total weight of cargo, operator, and
passengers:
1021 kg (2250 lb)
Total weight of operator and passen-
gers:
844 kg (1860 lb)
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Cruising limitations
Scan constantly for people, objects, 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 from people, objects,
and other watercraft.
Do not follow directly behind other water-
craft.
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 un-
derstand where you are going.
Avoid areas with submerged objects or
shallow water.
Take early action to avoid collisions. Re-
member, boats do not have brakes.
Do not pull the remote control lever back to
idle when trying to steer away from ob-
jects—you need throttle to steer. Always
check throttle, shift, and steering controls
for proper operation before starting boat.
Operate within your limits and avoid ag-
gressive maneuvers to reduce the risk of
loss of control, ejection, and collision.
This is a high-performance boat—not a toy.
Sharp turns or jumping wakes or waves
can increase the risk of back/spinal injury
(paralysis), facial injuries, and broken legs,
ankles, and other bones. Do not jump
wakes or waves.
Do not operate the boat in rough water,
bad weather, or when visibility is poor; this
may lead to an accident causing injury or
death. Be alert to the possibility of adverse
weather. Take note of weather forecasts
and the prevailing weather conditions be-
fore setting out in your boat.
Never operate in water that is less than
90 cm (3 ft) deep from the bottom of the
boat, otherwise you increase your chance
of hitting a submerged object, which could
result in injury.
Leave a “float plan” with a responsible per-
son on shore. Tell where you plan to go and
when you plan to arrive, and provide a de-
scription of your boat. Advise this person if
your plans change and also when you ar-
rive to prevent false alarms. A sample float
plan is included on page 134.
Follow navigation rules and state and local
laws that apply to your boat.
90 cm (3 ft)
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Operational requirements
The operator and all passengers must wear
a U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) approved per-
sonal flotation device (PFD).
1PFD
Eye protection is recommended to keep
wind, water, and glare from the sun out of
your eyes while you operate your boat. Re-
straining straps for eyewear are made
which are designed to float should your
eyewear fall in the water.
Footwear is recommended.
Never operate the boat after consuming al-
cohol or taking drugs.
For reasons of safety and proper care of
the boat, always perform the pre-operation
checks listed on page 84 before operating
the boat.
Passengers must always sit in a designat-
ed seating area, place feet on the deck,
and hold on to the handgrips when the
boat is in motion.
Always consult your doctor on whether it is
safe for you to ride in this boat if you are
pregnant or in poor health.
Do not attempt to modify this boat.
Modifications to your boat may reduce
safety and reliability, and render the boat
unsafe or illegal to use.
Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to
the PFD and keep it free from the steering
wheel or other controls so that the engine
stops if the operator accidentally leaves the
helm. Failure to attach the engine shut-off
cord (lanyard) could result in a runaway
boat if the operator is ejected.
After operation, remove the engine shut-off
cord (lanyard) and the main switch key to
avoid accidental starting or unauthorized
use by children or others.
1Engine shut-off switch
2Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)
Scan constantly for swimmers and stay
away from swimming areas. Swimmers are
hard to see and you could accidentally hit
someone in the water.
Avoid being hit by another boat. You
should always take responsibility to watch
for traffic; other boaters may not be watch-
ing for you. If they do not see you, or you
maneuver more quickly than other boaters
expect, 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
before making a turn. (See “Rules of the
road” on page 17.)
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Required equipment
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has regula-
tions which describe minimum standards of
safety. You must comply with these regula-
tions, which apply to boats like your boat
which are less than 26 feet long.
Personal flotation devices (PFD):
Type I, II, or III as required for all people on
board (see “Operational requirements” for
more information), plus at least one Type IV
(throwable type).
Fire extinguisher:
At least one B-1 type hand-held portable
fire extinguisher.
Visual distress signals:
It is recommended that a USCG-approved
pyrotechnic device be stored on your boat.
A mirror can also be used as an emergency
signal. Contact your Yamaha Boat Dealer
or the Coast Guard for more information.
Sound signalling device:
Your boat is equipped with a horn that can
be used to signal other boats. See “Rules
of the road” for more information.
Navigation lights:
Your boat is equipped with navigation
lights for use between sunset and sunrise,
and during periods of reduced visibility,
such as fog. Be sure these lights are work-
ing and are turned on when necessary.
(See pages 50 and 67 for more informa-
tion.)
Additional equipment
recommendations
The following equipment can help make your
boating experience safer and more enjoy-
able:
Mooring fenders and lines.
Anchor with suitable line (a “Danforth” type
anchor and line that is at least 6 times the
depth of the water where you will drop an-
chor are recommended).
Manual-type bilge pump.
First-aid kit.
Waterproof flashlight with extra batteries.
Tool kit with assorted screwdrivers, pliers,
wrenches (including metric sizes), and
electrical tape.
Oar or paddle (look for one with a boat
hook on the other end).
Spare parts, such as fuses.
Navigation charts for the waters where you
will be boating.
Tow-rope.
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Hazard information
Never start the engine or let it run for any
length of time in an enclosed area. Exhaust
fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless gas that may cause loss of con-
sciousness and death within a short time. Al-
ways operate the boat in an open area.
It is also important to have the engine off
when anyone is using the ladder on models
equipped with one because of the carbon
monoxide in the exhaust gases coming from
underneath the step.
Boat characteristics
Jet thrust turns the boat. Moving the re-
mote control lever completely back to idle
or the neutral position produces only mini-
mum thrust. If you are traveling at speeds
above trolling, you will have rapidly de-
creasing ability to steer without throttle.
You may still have some turning ability im-
mediately after moving the remote control
lever back to idle, but once the engine
slows down, the boat will no longer re-
spond to steering wheel input until you ap-
ply throttle again or you reach a trolling
speed. Practice turning in an open area
without obstructions until you have a good
feel for the maneuver.
This Yamaha boat is water-jet propelled.
The pump is directly connected to the en-
gine. This means that the jet thrust will pro-
duce some movement whenever the
engine is running. The boat has a “neutral”
position, but since the boat is always pro-
ducing thrust while the engine is running,
some forward or reverse movement may
occur.
Do not use the reverse function to slow
down or stop the boat above trolling speed
as it could cause you to lose control, be
ejected, or impact the steering wheel or
other parts of the boat. This could increase
the risk of serious injury. It could also dam-
age the shift mechanism.
Reverse can be used to slow down or stop
during slow-speed maneuvering, such as
when docking. Once the engine is idling,
shift to reverse and gradually increase en-
gine speed. Make sure that there are no
obstacles or people behind you before
shifting into reverse.
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