- Sea-Doo 2009 Jet Ski Operator's Guide

PRE-RIDE INSPECTION
dle position. With s hift le ve r in rev ers e
position, gate should be in downward
position.
WARNING
Verify the reverse gate operation
before starting the engine.
Variable Trim Sy stem (VTS)
All RXP, RXT-X and WAKE Models
Install D ESS key then push arrows
of VTS button to check nozzl e move-
ment. The VTS position indicator
movement can also be seen in the
information cen ter.
Sto rage Compa rtment
Covers and Seat
Ensure they are closed and latc hed.
WARNING
Make su re seat is secu rely latched.
Wakeboard Rack
WAK E Mo del s
WARNING
Ensure rack is properly secured
to watercraft body and that wak e-
boa rd is properly positioned and
securedtorackpriortousingwa-
tercraf t. E nsure s traps are in good
condition.
Ski/Wa keboard Pos t
WAK E Mo del s
Make sure ski/wakeboard post is fu lly
extended and locked before us e.
Completely retract and lock when not
used.
WARNING
Use caution wi th s k ie r/wake-
boarder in tow as tow rope may
backlash to watercraft when re-
leased. Never perform a sharp
turn when towing a skier, wake-
boarder or any toy.
Ba llast Tanks
WAK E Mo del s
WARNING
Ensure ta nk s are properly secured
to reboarding platform prior to us-
ing watercraft.
DES S Pos t and Engi ne
Start/Stop Button
Position s hift lever in neutral. Ensure
that both switches operate properl y.
Start engine and s top it using ea c h
switch individually.
WARNING
Should the DESS key loose or fail
to remain on its post, replace it im-
mediately in order to avoid unsafe
use.
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