Sea-doo 2001 GTS, Operator'S Manual, Page: 19 / 180

ACTIVE TECHNOLOGIES (iCONTROL)
unlike an automotive type cruise con-
trol which maintains a constant speed
while throttle pedal is released.
As you proceed under a constant cruis-
ing speed setting, hold the throttle
lever fully depressed in order to keep
your full attention to maintaining good
situational awareness.
Refer to
OPERATING MODES
subsec-
tion for detailed instructions.
Slow Speed Mode (if equipped with
Cruise Mode)
Slow speed mode is a function
of cruise mode which allows the
operator
to adjust and set idle
speed corresponding to a water-
craft speed of 1.6 km/h to 11 km/h
(1 MPH to 7 MPH). The throttle lever
should not be depressed while operat-
ing in slow speed mode.
Refer to
OPERATING MODES
subsec-
tion for detailed instructions.
Ski Mode (if equipped)
Ski mode allows for a controlled launch
and accurately maintained maximum
towing speed when towing a skier or
wake boarder.
Refer to
OPERATING MODES
subsec-
tion for detailed instructions.
O.T.A.S. TM System
(Off-Throttle Assisted Steering)
The O.T.A.S. (Off-Throttle Assisted
Steering) system provides additional
maneuverability in off-throttle situa-
tions.
The OTAS system is electronically ac-
tivated when the operator initiates a
full turn and releases the throttle at the
same time.
Limitations
The O.T.A.S. system cannot help you
maintain control or prevent collisions
in all situations.
Refer to
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
subsection for details.
Learning Key and Rental Key Modes
The Sea-Doo TM learning key limits the
speed of the watercraft therefore en-
abling first time users and less expe-
rienced operators to learn how to op-
erate the watercraft while gaining the
necessary confidence and control.
The rental key is applicable only to
rental models. It functions similarly
as a learning key.
Limitations
The ability of a novice to operate the
watercraft can be exceeded even
when a learning or rental key is used.
Refer to
OPERATING MODES
subsec-
tion for details.
iBR (intelligent Brake
and Reverse System) (All
Models Except GTS)
This watercraft uses an electronically
controlled braking and reverse system
called the iBR system (intelligent Brake
and Reverse).
The iBR module controls the position
of the iBR gate to provide:
– Forward
– Reverse
– Neutral
– Braking.
The operator commands the position
of the iBR gate using either the throttle
lever for forward position, or the iBR
lever for neutral, reverse, and for the
braking function.
NOTE: The iBR lever can only be used
to command a change in the gate posi-
tion if the engine is running.
Using the iBR system significantly re-
duces the stopping distance of this
watercraft and can increase its maneu-
verability as it can be used in a straight
line, in a turn, at high or low speeds, or
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