PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
WARNING
The pre-operation check is very important prior to operating the water-
craft. Always check the proper operation of critical controls, safety fea-
tures and mechanical components, before starting as listed hereinafter. If
not done as specified here, severe injury or death might occur. Bring all
safety equipment required by local laws.
Some of the following items may not have been previously covered in this
guide, however they will be described in the
MAINTENANCE
or
SPECIAL
PROCEDURES
section. Please refer to these sections to have more detailed
information.
WARNING
Engine should be off and the safety lanyard should always be removed
from its post prior to verifying any of the following points. Only start wa-
tercraft once all items have been checked and operate properly.
ITEM
OPERATION
✓
Hull
Inspect.
Jet pump water intake
Inspect/clean.
Bilge
Drain. Ensure plugs are secured.
Water flow in cooling system
(only when temperature is below
or close to freezing point)
Check if water properly flows out at jet pump.
Battery
Inspect tightness of cables and retaining
bracket(s)
Fuel tank and oil reservoir
Refill.
Engine compartment
Check fuel line connections for tightness.
Check for any fuel leak/odor.
Steering system
Check operation and proper handlebar
position.
Steering pole
Check operation.
Throttle system
Check operation.
VTS (if so equipped)
Check position and adjustment.
Safety lanyard and engine start/stop
button
Check operation.
Optional configurations
Check installation and settings.
NOTE:
See the detailed instructions hereinafter.
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