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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
CHECK LIST
Before operating this water vehicle, perform the following checks:
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If any item in the Pre-Operation check is not working properly, have it inspected and
repaired before operating the water vehicle. Otherwise an accident could occur.
NOTE:
Pre-operation checks should be made each time the vehicle is used. This procedure
can be accomplished thoroughly in a short time. The added safety and reliability the
checks assure is worth the time involved.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Remove seats and front storage compartment,
and ventilate the engine compartment.
BILGE
Check, and remove all water and fuel
residue before launching
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THROTTLE
Check for proper throttle operation.
STEERING
Check for proper steering operation.
FUEL AND OIL
Check fuel and oil level; add as necessary.
Check for leaks.
WATER SEPARATOR
Check retaining water, drain it if retaining.
BATTERY
Check fluid level and charge condition.
Check the terminal securely.
FRONT HOOD
Check the front food securely.
SEAT
Check that the seats are securely fastened to the
deck.
HULL / DECK
Check the hull and deck for damage or cracks.
JET (WATER) INTAKE
Check that no debris is in the intake.
FIRE EXTINGUISHER
Check readiness of the extinguisher.
SWITCHES AND LANYARD
Check operation of the starter, stop switch and engine
stop switch lanyard when the vehicle is in the water.
COOLING WATER PILOT OUTLET
Check that water comes out while the
engine is running.
MULTIFUNCTION METER
Check the meter for proper operation.
Check there are no warning indications.
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