Sea-doo GTI SE Series, Operator'S Manual

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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES
WARNING
Do not start or operate the water-
craft if anyone is nearby in the wa-
ter.
– The operator and passenger(s)
should be properly seated and have
a firm handhold before starting the
watercraft, and at all times when
the watercraft is in motion. All pas-
senger(s) should be instructed to
use the handholds or seat strap
provided, or to hold the waist of
the person in front of them. Each
passenger must be able to simulta-
neously place both feet firmly flat
against each footwell when prop-
erly seated.
– When accelerating on a PWC with
a passenger(s), whether from a
complete stop or while underway,
always do so progressively. Fast
acceleration may cause your pas-
senger(s) to loose their balance
and fall rearward off the watercraft.
Make sure that your passenger(s)
are aware of or can anticipate any
rapid acceleration.
– Keep away from intake grate.
WARNING
Keep away from the intake grate
while the engine is on. Items such
as long hair, loose clothing, or PFD
straps can become entangled in
moving parts.
– Severe internal injuries can occur if
water is forced into body cavities as
a result of falling into water or being
near a jet thrust nozzle.
– Before reboarding, make sure en-
gine is off and D.E.S.S. key is re-
moved.
WARNING
To prevent accidental starting,
always detach the D.E.S.S. key
from its post when swimmers are
boarding or nearby, or during re-
moval of any weeds or debris from
the intake grate.
– On a PWC, never place your feet
and legs in the water to aid turning.
Operation by Minors
Minors should always be supervised
by an adult whenever operating a wa-
tercraft. Laws regarding the minimum
age and licensing requirements of mi-
nors may vary from one jurisdiction to
another. Be sure to contact the local
boating authorities for information re-
garding the legal operation of a PWC in
the intended jurisdiction of use. BRP
recommends a minimum operator age
of 16 years old.
Drugs and Alcohol
Never operate your PWC under the
influence of alcohol or drugs. Like driv-
ing a car, driving a watercraft requires
the operator to be sober, attentive and
alert. Operating a watercraft while
intoxicated or under the influence of
drugs is not only dangerous, but it is
also a Federal offense carrying a sig-
nificant penalty. These laws are vigor-
ously enforced. The use of drugs and
alcohol, singly or in combination, de-
creases reaction time, impedes judg-
ment, impairs vision, and inhibits your
ability to safely operate a watercraft.
WARNING
Alcohol consumption and boating
do not mix! Operating under the
influence endangers the lives of
your passengers, other boaters,
and yourself. Federal laws pro-
hibit operating a watercraft under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
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