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Riding with a passenger(s) or pulling
other crafts, tubes, skies or wake-
boards makes the watercraft handle
differently and requires greater skill.
Do not overload the watercraft or
take on more passengers than des-
ignated for the particular watercraft.
Overloading can affect maneuver-
ability, stability and performance.
Avoid adding on accessories, or
equipment which may alter your
control of the watercraft. The water-
craft maybe fitted with tow eyelets
which can be used to attach a ski
rope. However, do not use these
eyelets or the watercraft’s cleats to
tow a parasail. Severe watercraft
damage may occur.
Always respect the safety and com-
fort of your passenger(s) and per-
sons being towed on skis, wake-
boards or other water products.
Always have an observer while tow-
ing a skier, proceed with only as
much speed as required, and follow
the observers instructions. Unless
absolutely necessary, do not make
tight, sharp turns.
Know the waters in which the wa-
tercraft is to be operated. Current,
tides, rapids, hidden obstacles,
wakes and waves etc., can affect
safe operation. It is not advisable to
operate the watercraft in rough or
inclement weather.
Wake or wave jumping or riding the
surf line can cause severe personal
injury and damage the watercraft.
Never attempt to splash others with
your watercraft. You may misjudge
the ability of the watercraft or your
own riding skills and strike a craft or
person.
In shallow water, proceed with cau-
ti o n a n d at ve r y l o w sp e e d s.
Grounding or abrupt stops may re-
sult in injury. Debris may also be
picked up and be thrown rearward
by the jet pump onto people or prop-
erty.
Respect no wake zones, the rights
of other water users and the environ-
ment. As the “skipper” and owner
of a watercraft you are responsible
for damage to other crafts caused by
the wake of your watercraft. Allow
no one to throw refuse overboard.
Remember that a watercraft is not
designed for night time operation.
Avoid adding on accessories or
equipment which may alter the
craft’s configuration or balance.
Remember, gasoline fumes are in-
flammable and explosive. Always
adhere to the fueling procedure
contained in this guide and those
given to you by the marina. Always
verify fuel level before use and dur-
ing the ride. Apply the principle of
1/3 fuel to destination, 1/3 back and
1/3 reserve fuel supply. Do not carry
spare fuel or inflammable liquids in
any of the storage or engine com-
partments.
Combustion engine needs air to op-
erate; consequently this watercraft
can not be totally watertight. Any
maneuvers such as figure eights
etc., that cause the upper deck to be
under water may cause severe en-
gine problems due to water inges-
tion. Refer to “Special procedures”
and Limited Warranty contained in
this guide.
Due to the close proximity of other
racers, it is recommended that an
approved personal watercraft hel-
met be used during racing events.
Read and follow all instructions and
warnings provided with the helmet.
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