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3. Start the engine and operate the water-
craft to discharge any water remaining in
the engine compartment. (If the engine
does not start, see page 5-7, “Towing the
watercraft” or page 5-8, “Submerged
watercraft.”)
NOTE:
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To efficiently discharge water from the
engine compartment, operate the watercraft
as straight as possible and above planing
speed for at least 2 minutes.
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CAUTION:
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Do not operate the engine at full throttle
for at least one minute after the engine
has been restarted. Excessive water in
the bilge can splash into the engine,
which can result in severe damage.
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