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2.2 Steering the boat
The jet drive is dependent on water jet thrust for steering the boat. If the water jet thrust should ever stop
(water blockage, engine stops, etc.), the boat will slow to a stop. However, while slowing there will be a
reduced ability to steer the boat.
WARNING
:
Steering the vessel in a tight turn can result in loss of boat control. In some cases, the boat can spin
out or roll over, causing serious injury or death. Avoid steering beyond the capabilities of the vessel,
especially at high speeds.
A loss or reduction in water jet thrust will directly affect boat directional control, and may result in
property damage, personal injury, or death. Boat directional control can also be substantially reduced or
lost altogether by a sudden loss of power such as running out of gas, quickly backing off the throttle,
turning off the ignition switch, activating the lanyard stop switch, or plugging the water intake to the jet
pump. Use caution when maneuvering at high speeds in areas where debris (weeds, logs, gravel, etc.)
could be picked up into the jet drive. The ability to take evasive action is dependent on sufficient water jet
thrust to control the boat.
While steering the boat at engine speeds above idle, the boat will respond quickly; but, due to the
relatively flat-bottom hulls and lack of a gear case in the water, the boat will tend to skid on turns. Turns
must be started early and use sufficient power to maintain steering control.