Operating instructions

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Launching/Loading
CAUTION: Before launching the
craft, ensure the main battery cut-off
switch is turned ON and the bilge
plugs are fully screwed into place.
When finished with loading the boat
on trailer, it is suggested to turn the
main battery cut-off switch to OFF.
After loading the craft, ensure the
main battery cut-off switch is turned
OFF and the bilge plugs are removed
to drain bilge.
Trailering
Refer to the trailer instructions for
proper capacity, operation, mainte-
nance, accessories and warranty.
Check the regulations in your area con-
cerning towing a trailer, especially the
following rules:
– brake system
– tow vehicle weight
– mirrors.
NOTE: An optional brake system is
available for your trailer, see an autho-
rized Sea-Doo dealer.
Take the following precautions when
trailering the craft:
Tie the boat to both bow and stern
(front/rear) eyelets so that it is firmly
retained on the trailer. Use additional
tie-downs if necessary.
– Remove stern light (if installed).
– Ensure that ski post is pushed down.
– Ensure all storage compartment cov-
ers are properly latched.
– A Sea-Doo cover can protect the
craft, particularly before driving on
dirt roads, to prevent dirt entry
through the air intake opening(s).
Observe trailering safety precautions.
CAUTION: Always ensure rear stor-
age compartment lid is closed and
securely fastened before trailering.
Principle of Operation
Propulsion
Engine is directly coupled to a drive
shaft which, in turn, rotates an impel-
ler. This impeller is accurately adjusted
in a housing where the water is drawn
up from underneath the sport boat.
The water then flows through the im-
peller to a venturi. The venturi acceler-
ates the water and produces thrust to
move the sport boat. Pushing the
throttle lever forward increases engine
speed and therefore sport boat speed.
With shift lever pushed forward, the
sport boat moves forward. In pulled
back position, the sport boat moves
backwards. The middle position is neu-
tral and the sport boat is at the mini-
mum thrust for most conditions. Neu-
tral and reverse are achieved by means
of a gate, which is installed on jet pump
venturi housing. This gate directs the
water flow to obtain the desired direc-
tion.
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WARNING
Always perform PRE-OPERATION
CHECKS before operating the craft.
Become thoroughly familiar with
all controls and the function of
each. Should any control or instruc-
tion be not fully understood, refer
to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer.
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