Sea-doo 210 Challenger Series, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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1. Release button
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1. Throttle/shift lever in forward full throttle
position
How to Engage Reverse
WARNING
Only use reverse at slow speed
and for the shortest time possible.
Always ensure the path behind
is clear of objects, obstacles and
people. Become fully familiar with
the reverse operation during your
first ride and before carrying pas-
sengers.
To obtain reverse, press the release
button on the throttle/shifter lever
head and pull throttle/shift lever com-
pletely to the rear. The reverse gates
will be in downward position, directing
all the thrust toward the front of the
boat.
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1. Release button
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1. Throttle/shifter lever in reverse position
When operating in reverse, turn the
steering in the opposite direction that
you want to move the rear of the boat.
NOTICE
Never rev the engine at
high RPM in reverse.
For example, to steer the rear of the
boat to port (left), turn the steering to
clockwise.
CAUTION Steering direction in
reverse thrust is opposite of forward
thrust. To steer the stern to port (left)
in reverse, turn the steering clock-
wise. To steer the stern to starboard
(right), turn the steering counter-
clockwise. Reverse thrust operation
should be practiced in open waters
in order to become fully familiar with
the controls and boat handling char-
acteristics before operating in close
quarters.
How to Use the Ski Mode
Ski Mode allows the driver to adjust
launch intensity for different rider skill
levels and tow sports while maintain-
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