Operating instructions

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SPECIAL PROCEDURES
Engine Overheating
If the monitoring beeper continuously
sounds, stop engine immediately.
Perform Jet Pump Water Intake and
Impeller Cleaning procedure describ-
ded in this section.
Flush cooling system, refer to POST-
OPERATION CARE.
If engine still overheats, refer to an au-
thorized Sea-Doo dealer for servicing.
Jet Pump Water Intake and
Impeller Cleaning
Weeds, shells or debris can get caught
on the intake grate, drive shaft and/or
impeller. A clogged water intake may
cause troubles such as:
1. Cavitation: Engine speed is high
but craft moves slowly due to re-
duced jet thrust, jet pump compo-
nents may be damaged.
2. Overheating: Since the jet pump
operation controls the flow of water
to cool the engine, a clogged intake
will cause the engine to overheat
and damage engine internal compo-
nents.
A weed clogged area can be cleaned
as follows:
Press the start/stop button for short
period without starting engine. Most
of the time, this will remove the block-
age.
If system is still blocked move the craft
out of the water and remove blockage
manually.
CAUTION: Inspect water intake grate
for damage. Refer to an authorized
Sea-Doo dealer for repair as neces-
sary.
Capsized Craft
If the craft turns over, it will remain
capsized.
To return the craft upright, grab the in-
let grate, step on rub rail and use your
weight to rotate it counterclockwise
(seen from rear).
CAUTION: Always refer to decal lo-
cated on stern of craft.
Submerged Craft
If the craft is submerged and engine is
water-flooded, it is strongly recom-
mended that the craft be serviced by
an authorized Sea-Doo dealer.
Flooded Engine
In the event the engine cannot be ser-
viced within a few hours, remove
spark plug cables and connect them
on the grounding device.
Remove spark plugs and dry them
with a clean and dry cloth.
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WARNING
Always remove safety lanyard
cap from switch to prevent acci-
dental engine starting before
cleaning the jet pump area.
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WARNING
Never crank engine with spark
plugs removed unless spark plug
cables are connected to the ground-
ing device.
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