Mako SLINGSHOT JETBOARD, Operator'S Manual

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MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - GETTING STARTED
PRE-SURF CHECKLIST
Before you kit up and hit the water, it is
always good practice that you carry out
a thorough inspection of your jetboard
and all safety equipment.
This pre-surf checklist should only take you around
15 minutes to complete and will help to familiarise
yourself with your jetboard and enable you to identify
wear and tear or any potential mechanical issues
while safely on the shoreline.
BEFORE UNDERTAKING THE REQUIRED PRE-
SURF CHECKS PLEASE REMOVE THE ENGINE
SHUT-OFF PIN FROM THE HAND CONTROL
UNIT AND REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK FROM ITS
HOUSING. DISREGARDING THESE PRECAUTIONS
COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
Ensure the side fins are attached to the board
and locked in place with the flat foil orientated
toward the centre of the board.
Ensure the large centre fin is attached to the
ride plate correctly and locked in place, with the
fin rake sweeping toward the rear of the board.
Inspect hull and fins for damage. Remove
weeds, shells, debris or anything that could
restrict the flow of water through the intake and
damage the jet-drive propulsion unit.
Fully charge the battery pack using the battery
charger supplied.
Ensure adequate fuel for your planned duration
on the water. The XT100 engine requires
a mixture of regular unleaded gasoline or
equivalent, and 2-stroke oil in the ratio of 50:1
Fill fuel tank slowly to avoid back-flow. Do not
over fill or top off fuel tank. Check any leakages
and wipe off fuel spillage from the hull of the
jetboard.
Check coolant hoses are in good condition and
are securely connected to the engine and to the
exhaust, using a slight pulling force.
Check condition and correct connection of all
Engine Control Unit (ECU) connectors.
Check condition of the spark plug and ensure
spark plug cap is secure and has a tight seal
Ensure throttle trigger operates smoothly
when depressing and releasing. Check cable
is free from twists and clear of wear or
damage. Ensure throttle arm, located on the
carburettor, operates smoothly with a full range
of movement from the idle pin through to the
throttle stop.
Check the basic carburettor settings in
accordance with information outlined
elsewhere in this Operator’s Guide.
Check foot straps for wear or damage.
Adjust for a comfortable fit using the single-
adjustment Velcro straps.
Insert the battery pack into the battery housing
located in the centre of the board. Ensure
the battery pack is pushed securely onto the
connector and that the screw cap is securely
tightened.
Check life jacket and protective clothing for
excessive wear or damage. Ensure all straps
and buckles are fastened and secure.