Operating instructions

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STORAGE AND PRE-SEASON PREPARATION
Storage
It is recommended that the craft be
serviced by an authorized Sea-Doo
dealer for storage but the following op-
erations can be performed by you with
a minimum of tools.
CAUTION: Do not run the engine
during the storage period.
Engine Draining
Check engine drain hose. Make sure
there is no sand or other particles in it
and that it is not obstructed so that wa-
ter can exit the engine. Clean hose and
fitting as necessary.
CAUTION: Water in engine drain
hose should be free to flow out, oth-
erwise water could be trapped in en-
gine. Should water freeze in engine,
severe damage will occur. Check en-
gine drain hose for obstructions.
TYPICAL
1. Engine drain hose
Craft Rinsing
Thoroughly rinse craft’s hull with fresh
water.
Propulsion System
Lubricant in jet pump reservoir should
be drained and reservoir cleaned. Refill
with SEA-DOO synthetic polyolester
oil (75W90 GL5 type C gear lube) or
equivalent. Refer to an authorized Sea-
Doo dealer for this operation.
CAUTION: Use only SEA-DOO jet
pump oil or equivalent synthetic
gear oil, otherwise component ser-
vice life could be reduced. Do not
mix oil brands or types.
Grease lubrication point(s) of propul-
sion system as explained in MAINTE-
NANCE section.
Fuel System
SEA-DOO fuel stabilizer (or equiva-
lent), can be added in fuel tank to pre-
vent fuel deterioration and carburetor
gumming. Follow manufacturer’s in-
structions for proper use.
CAUTION: Fuel stabilizer should be
added prior to engine lubrication to
ensure carburetor protection against
varnish deposits.
Cooling System Flushing and
Engine Internal Lubrication
Refer to procedure in POST-OPERATION
CARE.
Battery
Contact your authorized Sea-Doo deal-
er or refer to the appropriate
Shop
Manual
for proper storage procedure.
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IMPELLER SHAFT RESERVOIR
MODEL CAPACITY (mL)
LRV 120
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WARNING
Fuel is flammable and explosive
under certain conditions. Always
work in a well ventilated area. Al-
ways wipe off any fuel spillage
from the craft. Always turn the
fuel valve to OFF position when
storing the craft.
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