Operating instructions

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TYPICAL
A. 90 cm (3 ft)
Boarding from the Water
Swim to the rear of the craft.
Grip the grab bar and pull yourself up-
ward until your knee can reach the swim
platform.
NOTE: On some models, boarding is
facilitated by using a step or a ladder.
Starting the Engine
Before unloading the craft from the
trailer, it can be started for about 10
seconds to verify proper operation.
Attach the safety lanyard to your PFD
and snap the cap to its switch before
starting the engine.
NOTE: If you hear more than 2 short
beeps from DESS system, it indicates
a particular condition that should be
corrected. Refer to the TROUBLE-
SHOOTING section for the meaning of
the coded signal.
Cold Engine
Position throttle and shift lever to
idle/neutral.
Turn the fuel valve to ON position.
Firmly grip handlebar with your left
hand and place both feet on the foot-
board.
Fully pull the choke lever with your
right hand and depress the start/stop
button.
Immediately after engine is started, re-
lease start/stop button and release
choke lever.
If necessary, slightly apply throttle to
keep engine running.
CAUTION: To avoid starter motor
overheating, the cranking period
should not exceed 5-10 seconds and
a rest period should be observed be-
tween cranking cycles to let the start-
er cool down and its mechanism dis-
engage.
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WARNING
Inexperienced riders should prac-
tice how to get aboard close to
shore first before venturing into
deep water.
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WARNING
Engine(s) should not be running
while boarding. Never use pro-
pulsion components as a support-
ing point to board the craft.
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WARNING
Do not touch electrical parts or jet
pump area when engine is run-
ning.
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WARNING
Before moving, the operator and
passengers should always be
properly seated.
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