Sea-doo 2005 3D RFI, Operator'S Manual

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Battery
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WARNING
Verify tightness of battery cables to
their posts and condition of battery
retaining bracket(s)/fasteners. Do
not charge or boost battery while
installed.
Fuel Tank and Oil
Reservoir
With the watercraft horizontal, fill the
fuel tank.
Check the oil level and refill reservoir
as necessary.
Check fuel tank and oil reservoir retain-
ing straps/fasteners.
Engine Compartment
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WARNING
Should any leak or gasoline odor
be present, do not start the en-
gine. Refer to an authorized Sea-
Doo dealer before use.
Steering System
With the assistance of another person,
check the steering system for free op-
eration. When the handlebar is hori-
zontal, the jet pump nozzle should be
in the straight ahead position. Make
sure the handlebar is adjusted to suit
your preference and to allow proper
use the throttle lever.
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WARNING
Check handlebar and correspond-
ing steering nozzle operation be-
fore starting. Never turn handle-
bar while someone is close to
the rear of watercraft. Keep away
from steering moving parts (noz-
zle, linkage etc.).
Steering Pole
Check steering pole up and down
movement for free and smooth op-
eration. Pay attention to the weight
feeling of the pole. It can be adjust-
ed.
Refer to CONTROLS/INSTRU-
MENTS/EQUIPMENTS.
Throttle System
Check throttle lever for free and
smooth operation.
It should return
to its initial position immediately after
it is released.
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WARNING
Check throttle lever operation be-
fore starting the engine.
VTS (Variable Trim
System) (if so equipped)
Make sure VTS is adjusted to suit your
preference in accordance with the wa-
ter conditions.
Safety Lanyard and
Engine Start/Stop Button
Make sure that both switches operate
properly. Start engine and stop it us-
ing each switch individually.
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WARNING
Should the safety lanyard cap be
loose or fail to remain on its post,
replace it immediately in order to
avoid unsafe use.
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