Sea-doo 230 Challenger 2008, Operator'S Manual

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In reverse position, turn the steering
wheel in the opposite direction that
you want to move the rear of the boat.
For example, to steer the rear of the
boat to the left side, turn the steering
wheel to the right side.
Boarding from a Dock
As with any boat, boarding should be
done carefully and engines must not
be running.
When boarding from a dock, slowly
place one foot on the boat deck near-
est to the dock and then move the oth-
er foot inside the boat. Push the boat
away from the dock.
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TYPICAL
CAUTION: Although the boat re-
quires only 30 cm (1 ft) of water to
float, the engines should be started
with at least 90 cm (3 ft) of water
below the hull. If the depth of the
water is less than 90 cm (3 ft) and
the engine is running, the impeller
is turning and debris can be drawn
from the bottom and damage the
propulsion system.
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A
A
TYPICAL
A. 90 cm (3 ft)
Boarding from the Water
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WARNING
Inexperienced riders should prac-
tice how to get aboard close to
shore first before venturing into
deep water.
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WARNING
Engines should not be running
while boarding. Never use propul-
sion components as a supporting
point to board the boat.
Swim to the rear of the boat.
Release the retractable ladder, pulling
ladder out and down into boarding po-
sition.
Climb the ladder and pull yourself up-
ward using the swim platform grab
handles.
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TYPICAL
When you can reach the engine cover
grab handle, grip it and continue to pull
yourself upward to place your knee on
the swim platform.
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