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

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
Always perform the PRE-OPERA-
TION CHECKS before operating
the watercraft. Become thorough-
ly familiar with all controls and
the function of each. Should any
control or instruction not be fully
understood, refer to an authorized
Sea-Doo dealer.
This watercraft is designed for one
person only.
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WARNING
– Never allow a passenger on-
board. This watercraft is for an
operator only.
– Passenger does not have a sta-
ble seat and could lack stability
and be thrown off, which could
lead to severe injuries.
Principle of Operation
Propulsion
The engine is directly coupled to a
drive shaft which, in turn, rotates an
impeller.
This impeller is accurate-
ly adjusted in a housing where the
water is drawn up from underneath
the watercraft. Then the water flows
through the impeller to a venturi. The
venturi accelerates the water and
produces thrust to move the water-
craft.
Depressing the throttle lever
increases engine speed and therefore
watercraft speed.
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WARNING
Whenever the engine is to be start-
ed, the operator should always be
properly standing or sitting on the
watercraft and be wearing pro-
tective clothing including a Coast
Guard approved PFD and a wet
suit bottom.
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WARNING
Keep away from intake grate while
engine is on. Items such as long
hair, loose clothing or personal
flotation device straps can become
entangled in moving parts result-
ing in severe injury or drowning.
Variable Trim System
(if so equipped)
The variable trim system (VTS)
changes the angle of the jet pump
nozzle to provide the operator with a
fast, effective system to compensate
for load, thrust, riding position and wa-
ter conditions. Correctly adjusted, it
can improve handling, reduce porpois-
ing, and position the watercraft at its
best riding angle to attain maximum
performance.
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