SET-UP
SET-UP
Venturi
Model(s): All
1
F08A076
Secure lower portion of the venturi [1] with:
– 2 hexagonal bolts (with scotch grip) from
predelivery kit (refer to table below).
– 2 M8 flat washers (previously removed).
Models
Bolt
Torque
148A / 148B / 158A /
158B / 238A / 238B /
248A / 248B / 288A /
288B / 308A / 308B /
308C / 308D
M8 x 50
with
scotch-grip
338A / 338B / 268A /
268B / 188A / 188B /
178A / 178B / 178C /
178D / 318A / 318B /
258A / 258B / 218A /
218B / 328A / 328B
M8 x 40
with
scotch-grip
21 N•m
(15 lbf•ft)
Battery Preparation and
Installation
NOTE:
GTI rental vehicle is equipped with a dry
type battery that is already activated and requires
no maintenance. The state of charge needs to be
checked as per the instruction later in the battery
section of this bulletin.
Model(s): All except GTI rental
Activation of a New Battery
WARNING
Never charge or boost battery while installed
in watercraft.
Remove battery from watercraft.
A17E0FB
2
1
3
Remove the sealing tube [1] from the vent elbow
(removed on picture).
WARNING
Failure to remove the sealing tube could result
in an explosion.
Remove caps and fill battery to UPPER LEVEL line
[3] with electrolyte [2] (specific gravity: 1.265 at
21°C (70°F)).
NOTE:
This battery may fill slower than others
due to the anti-spill check ball design.
Allow the battery to stand for 30 minutes
MINIMUM so that electrolyte soak through battery
cells.
Readjust the electrolyte level to the UPPER LEVEL
line.
Connect a 2 A battery charger for 3 to 5 hours.
WARNING
Gases given off by a battery being charged
are highly explosive. Always charge in a
well ventilated area. Keep battery away
from cigarettes or open flames. Always turn
battery charger off prior to disconnecting
cables. Otherwise a spark will occur and
battery might explode.
Predelivery
2008-1
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