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Hull
Inspect hull for cracks or damage.
Jet Pump Water Intakes
Remove weeds, shells, debris or any-
thing else that could restrict the flow
of water and damage the cooling sys-
tem or propulsion units. Clean as nec-
essary. If any obstruction can not be
removed, refer to an authorized dealer
for servicing.
TYPICAL
1. Inspect this area
Inspect leading edges of the impel-
lers, if they have nicks or bends, per-
formance will be greatly reduced.
Bilge
Should water be present in the bilge,
turn on pump switch to completely
empty the bilge.
Battery
Fuel/Oil Reservoirs
With the jet boat horizontal, fill the fuel
tank.
Check the oil level and refill reservoir
as necessary.
Engine Compartment
Check condition of fuel/oil system com-
ponents.
Fire Extinguisher
Make sure it is full, in good condition
and well secured.
Steering System
Assisted by another person, check
steering operation for free movement.
When the steering is centered, the jet
pump nozzles should be in the straight
ahead position. Ensure the jet pump
nozzles pivot easily while steering is
turned.
Throttle System
Check throttle levers once for free and
smooth operation.
NOTE:
Do not activate throttle levers
unnecessarily. Carburetors are equip-
ped with fuel accelerator pumps. This
(these) pumps deliver fuel to the en-
gines each time throttle levers are
moved forward.
Shifter System
Check reverse gate operation for free
movement. With shift lever in forward
position, the gates must be in upward
position. With the shift lever in neutral
position, gates must be in middle po-
sition. With shift lever in reverse posi-
tion, gates must be in downward posi-
tion.
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CAUTION
Do not run the pump dry for a
prolonged period of time.
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WARNING
Verify tightness of battery cables.
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WARNING
Should any leak or gasoline odor
be present, do not start the en-
gines. Immediately refer to an au-
thorized dealer.
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