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The passenger then climbs on the wa-
tercraft while the operator maintains
balance by sitting as close as possible
to the console.
Starting
Preparation
Before unloading the watercraft 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 post before start-
ing the engine.
NOTE: If you hear anything else than 2
short beeps from DESS system, it indi-
cates a particular condition that should
be corrected. Refer to the TROUBLE-
SHOOTING section for the meaning of
the coded signal.
Position shift lever to neutral.
Firmly grip handlebar with your left
hand and place both feet on the foot-
boards.
CAUTION: Ensure there is at least
90 cm (3 ft) of water underneath the
rear portion of the hull when all pas-
sengers are aboard prior to starting
the engine. Otherwise damage to
the impeller or other jet pump com-
ponents might occur.
To start engine, depress and hold the
engine start/stop button. Follow pro-
cedure below for engine starting.
If engine fails to start after 10 seconds,
wait a few seconds then repeat proce-
dure.
CAUTION: Do not hold start/stop
button more than 30 seconds to
avoid starter overheating. A rest pe-
riod should be observed between
the cranking cycles to let starter cool
down. Pay attention not to discharge
battery. The engine should be start-
ed only after boarding and only
when there is at least 90 cm (3 ft) of
water below the hull. Do not acceler-
ate abruptly.
Release engine start/stop button im-
mediately after engine is started.
Cold and Warm Engine
Do not depress the throttle lever to
start either a cold or warm engine.
WARNING
Certain components in the engine
compartment may be very hot. Di-
rect contact may result in skin burn.
Do not touch electrical parts or jet
pump area when engine is running.
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WARNING
Before starting the engine, the op-
erator and passengers should al-
ways be properly seated.
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