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MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - GETTING STARTED
START YOUR ENGINE
Pre-checks done? Then grab your
gear, pick up your jetboard and head
down to the shoreline to begin engine
preparations for an awesome ride.
ENGINE SHUT-OFF PIN
The engine shut-off pin is a safety device attached to
the paracord wrist strap. Its purpose is to instantly
switch off the engine by cutting off the ignition.
By inserting the pin into the hand control unit, the
ignition circuit is completed and allows the engine
to be switched on. The engine shut-off pin must be
securely attached to your wrist at all times during
operation. Your riding stance will determine which
wrist - this will be the same as your front foot.
Orientate the attachment cord so that it is located
underneath your wrist with plenty of slack available.
STARTING PROCEDURE
Orientate the jetboard so that the deck of the hull
is facing upward. Ensure the board is placed on a
stable surface and there is adequate space around
the board.
Remove the engine compartment lid by pressing
the three pop-latch buttons to provide visibility and
convenient, direct access to the engine bay.
The engine starting procedure consists of two stages:
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Engine Prime
- If your board has not been used
for a lengthy period of time or you are starting a
cold engine, you will find that you need to prime
the engine with fuel.
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Engine Check & Warm-Up
- In order to speed
up the starting process in the water, we
recommend performing an engine check and
warm-up procedure onshore.
OPERATION OF THE XT100 ENGINE OUT OF
WATER FOR LONGER THAN 10 SECONDS CAN
RESULT IN PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE
ENGINE AND EXHAUST SYSTEM. A WARRANTY CLAIM
MAY BE DENIED THROUGH IMPROPER USE.
PRIMING THE ENGINE
1.
Securely insert the engine shut-off pin into the
bottom of the hand control unit.
2.
Depress the engine START/STOP button once
to crank the engine, while gently squeezing the
trigger to full throttle. The LED indicator will be
on. At the same time cover the carburettor air
intake with your hand. This will help draw fuel
into the engine.
3.
If after 3 seconds the engine fails to start
correctly, the Starter Protection is activated
and the LED indicator will begin to flash rapidly.
Wait ten seconds before attempt another start.
4.
Remove your hand from the carburettor inlet as
soon as the fuel begins to enter the carburettor
inlet or immediately after the engine has
started. Failure to remove your hand will result
in the engine becoming flooded with fuel.
ENGINE CHECK AND WARM-UP
5.
Squeeze and release the throttle trigger to
begin warming up the engine. Ensure the
trigger operates smoothly when depressing
and releasing.
6.
Ensure throttle arm, located on the carburettor,
operates smoothly with a full range of
movement from the idle pin through to the
throttle stop.
7.
Let the engine run at idle for 5-10 seconds
before immediately switching off engine using
the START/STOP button. Remove engine shut-
off pin from the hand control unit.
8.
Locate the engine compartment lid back onto
the three locator pins. Press firmly on each of
the pop-latch rings to secure the lid to the hull.
To ensure a correct seal, make certain there is
no movement in the lid.
Summary of Contents for SLINGSHOT JETBOARD
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