Mako SLINGSHOT JETBOARD, Operator'S Manual

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MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - JETBOARD MAINTENANCE
BASIC MAINTENANCE
Although Mako Boardsports uses
the highest quality materials and
craftsmanship in the production of
its jetboard, it is your responsibility
as the owner to maintain and service
the jetboard to ensure that you can
maximise its performance and keep it
running at its best, for longer.
Failure to properly maintain and service your jetboard
in accordance to the recommended maintenance
schedule and procedures may result in premature
damage to your jetboard, making it unsafe to operate
and a warranty claim being denied. Please read and
undertake the Pre-Surf and Post-Surf procedures
described within this Operator’s Guide every time you
ride the jetboard.
BEFORE UNDERTAKING ANY OF THE REQUIRED
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES PLEASE
REMOVE THE ENGINE SHUT-OFF PIN FROM
THE HAND CONTROL UNIT AND REMOVE THE BATTERY
PACK FROM ITS HOUSING. CHECK THE ENGINE HAS
BEEN ALLOWED TO COOL AND IS NOT HOT TO THE
TOUCH. DISREGARDING THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD
CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE JETBOARD OR RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY.
SPARK PLUG
The Rotron XT100 engine uses the NGK BPM8Y
spark plug. The use of any other type of spark plug
may result in poor performance, premature engine
damage and a warranty claim being denied.
Although alternative spark plugs are available in
the marketplace and may claim to be an equivalent
replacement for the NGK BPM8Y spark plug, Mako
Boardsports strongly recommends the sole use of
NGK branded spark plugs.
In order to ensure correct engine operation, the spark
plug must be placed correctly between the electrodes
and must be kept clean. The spark plug must be
checked as part of the Pre-Surf Checklist outlined in
this Operator’s Guide, and replaced after 25 hours of
operation as outlined in the Maintenance Schedule.
SPARK PLUG REMOVAL
TOOLS REQUIRED :
19mm (3/4”) Mako Spanner
1. With adequate force, remove the spark plug cap
to expose the insulator and terminal nut of the
spark plug.
2. Place the Mako spanner over the hex nut of the
spark plug. Exert some pressure while turning
the spanner in an anti-clockwise direction.
Don’t be afraid to use some strength, but do it
in an even, controlled manner.
3.
When the spark plug turns freely, finish the job
by removing the Mako spanner from the hex nut
and turning it by hand until the plug is free from
the cylinder head.
SPARK PLUG CHECKS
TOOLS REQUIRED : Feeler Gauge Set
1. Visually inspect the spark plug for wear or
damage. If the insulator is highly worn or if you
can see any scratches or cracks then the spark
plug will need to be replaced.