Operating instructions

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CAUTION: Riding the watercraft in
shallower water might damage the
impeller or other jet pump compo-
nents.
CAUTION: Pay attention, when leav-
ing the watercraft on the beach, so
that the side vanes do not rub or hit
the ground due to the rocking move-
ment. It might eventually damage
components of the O.P.A.S. system.
Shutting Off the Engine
To keep watercraft directional control,
the engine should be running until the
watercraft is at idle.
To stop engine depress the start/stop
button. When stopped, disconnect safe-
ty lanyard from the post. It is suggested
to release throttle lever first.
To shut off the engine, press the en-
gine start/stop button. Remove safety
lanyard from watercraft.
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WARNING
Should the engine be shut off, wa-
tercraft directional control is re-
duced. Never leave the safety lan-
yard on its post when watercraft is
not in operation in order to pre-
vent accidental engine starting or
to avoid unauthorized use by chil-
dren or others or theft.
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