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When the nozzle is directed down-
ward, the bow is forced downward
and enhances the watercraft turning
capabilities. As with any watercraft,
speed and operator body position and
movement (body English), will deter-
mine the degree and sharpness of the
watercraft turn. Porpoising can be re-
duced or eliminated if the nozzle is
downward and speed is adjusted pro-
portionately.
TYPICAL
1. Push on arrow pointing downward on VTS
button
2. Bow down
3. Nozzle down
Steering
Turning the handlebar pivots the jet
pump nozzle which controls the water-
craft direction. Turning the handlebar
to the right will turn the watercraft to
the right and inversely. The throttle
should be applied to turn the water-
craft.
Unlike a car, a watercraft needs some
throttle to turn. Practice in a safe area
applying the throttle and turning away
from an imaginary object. This is a
good collision avoidance technique.
The watercraft behaves differently
with a passenger and requires greater
skill. The passenger should always grip
the seat strap or grab handle. Reduce
speed and avoid sharp turns. Avoid
choppy water conditions when carry-
ing a passenger.
Boarding the Watercraft
General
As with any watercraft, boarding
should be done carefully and engine
should not be running.
On
some models
, boarding is facilitat-
ed by using a step.
CAUTION:
Never use jet pump com-
ponents as a supporting point to
board the watercraft.
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2
3
8°
1
F07A0AY
WARNING
Throttle should be applied and
handlebar turned to change the di-
rection of the watercraft. Steering
efficiency will differ depending on
the number of passengers, load
and water conditions.
WARNING
Inexperienced riders should practice
how to get aboard (all methods ex-
plained here) close to shore first
before venturing into deep water.
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