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2011

Jetboard

Jetkayak

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USER'S MANUAL

Summary of Contents for 2011 Jetkayak

Page 1: ...2011 Jetboard Jetkayak 1 USER S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ... breaking device Always approach land docks swimmers or hazards slowly and with caution to avoid collision or injury to the rider Failure to do so can result in SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH WARNING Always check 360 degrees especially behind you for other boats before executing a turn WARNING WARNING This vessel uses and stores flammable gasoline on board Always use caution against fire Do not smoke on o...

Page 3: ...3 Table of contents Section 1 Safety information Section 2 Powerboard information Section 4 Maintenance and care Section 5 Trouble shooting Section 3 Operation ...

Page 4: ...4 Section 1 Safety information ...

Page 5: ... safety course is recommended and may be required in your province or state Boarding in deep water can be strenuous Practice in chest deep water before operating or embarking your watercraft in deep water explained in the Operator s Guide Make sure engine is off before rolling over the watercraft WARNING When fueling follow the safe boating fueling instructions explicitly as provided in your User ...

Page 6: ... regulatory safety items and have them conveniently on board available for use Check the local regulations or consult your authorized Aquanami dealer Such required safety items usually include without limitation a sound signaling device such as a whistle a watertight flashlight or approved flares a buoyant heaving line and rope A cellular telephone in a waterproof bag or container has also been fo...

Page 7: ...7 Section 2 Product information ...

Page 8: ...nk Cap 19 Control Box 7b Fuel primer bulb 20 Battery 8 Fuel Tank Vent 21 Oil Fill Cap 9 Engine Compartment Cover Latch 22 Bilge Pump and Water Sensor 10 Air Intake Opening 23 Coolant Fill Pressure Valve Cap 11 Exhaust Flushing Connector 24 Coolant Expansion Tank Cap 12 Bilge Drain Plugs 25 Engine Breathing Oil Retainer 26 Carburetor Drain Screw 14 Bilge Pump Water Outlet 27 Fuel Water Separator 28...

Page 9: ...ap 22 Bilge Pump and Water Sensor 7b Fuel Primer Bulb 23 Coolant Fill Pressure Valve Cap 8 Fuel Tank Vent 24 Coolant Expansion Tank Cap 9 Engine Compartment Cover Latch 25 Engine Breathing Oil Retainer 10 Air Intake Opening 26 Carburetor Drain Screw 11 Exhaust Flushing Connector 27 Fuel Water Separator 12 Bilge Drain Plugs 28 Automatic Vacuum Siphon Pump 29 Foot Brace 14 Bilge Pump Water Outlet 30...

Page 10: ...e engine stops if the operator falls off To stop engine fully release throttle lever then depress the stop button Remember to disconnect safety lanyard from its post When operating the watercraft first time or after long period of non usage press the fuel primer bulb 4 times to pump fuel to carburetor Components inside engine compartment may be hot When starting or operating the engine do not touc...

Page 11: ...ater Level Sensor 23 Coolant Fill Pressure Cap CAUTION Slowly add coolant until it is full Adding coolant after the first time use 24 Expansion Tank Cap Located in engine compartment Refer to LIQUIDS for more details 11 However it is not water proof If the air intake opening is kept under water water may get inside the bilge under certain circumstances Always take the watercraft out of the water p...

Page 12: ...e access window to engine oil drain plug at bottom of hull Keep the O ring for later use 5 Use a 17mm socket wrench to open oil drain plug There is a washer a spring oil filter screen and a magnet came out with the oil drain plug Put oil filter screen and magnet in a cleaning container Located at the bottom of the carburetor in engine compartment Use a Philip screw driver to drain water or contami...

Page 13: ...surized turn cap slowly when opening When fueling keep watercraft level Do not overfill or top off the fuel tank and leave watercraft in the sun As temperature increases fuel expands and might overflow Always wipe off any fuel spillage from the watercraft Periodically verify fuel system RECOMMEND PREMIUM UNLEADED GASOLINE 91 PUMP OCTANE OR HIGHER MINIMUM UNLEADED GASOLINE 86 PUMP OCTANE OR HIGHER ...

Page 14: ...dth cm in 72 28 5 Dry weight kg lb 58 128 Recommended max load kg lb 91 200 Length cm in 291 115 Width cm in 74 29 Dry weight kg lb 65 143 Recommended max load kg lb 114 250 km h mph 40 25 13 Performance Dimensions weights and recommended maximum loads JetBoard JetKayak 2011 POWERBOARD SPECIFICATIONS ITEM Maximum people Capacity JetKayak GT Max speed ...

Page 15: ...ling type Closed loop water cooling Refer to Liquids section for Exhaust cooling type Inject water cool Direct flow from propulsion unit Lubrication type Oil sump Refer to liquids Product Unit Data Fuel tank capacity L US gal 7 1 8 Play time at full throttle hours 2 Jet pump Aluminum composit e axial flow single stage Transmission Direct drive forward reverse if equipped Impeller Aluminum alloy 14...

Page 16: ...15 Section 3 OPERATION ...

Page 17: ...hull beneath engine Make sure that engine is off and warm but NOT HOT It is highly recommended that after the first 10 hours of operation the watercraft be checked by an authorized Aquanami dealer This inspection will also provide the opportunity to discuss the unanswered questions you may have encountered during the first hours of operation Make sure the drain plug is properly secured after oil c...

Page 18: ... the cap is installed Inspect cables and retaining fasteners Ensure good condition and fully charged Engine breathing oil retainer Jet pump water intake Jet pump water intake seal Access window to oil drain plug Check by pass outlet Water mist drops should come out exhaust by pass outlet WARNING Check operation Check operation Check operation The pre operation check is very important prior to oper...

Page 19: ...anyard could be securely attached to the kill switch post It shuts electric system and engine off when being pulled off its post Check the throttle lever for free and smooth operation It should return to its initial position immediately after it is released Armpole provides support to operator during operation It also houses control cables and electric wires Having a damage free and fully function...

Page 20: ... fuel line connections for tightness Verify for any fuel leak odor as well as oil and coolant leaks Check any loosen parts Ensure oil level is appropriate as specified in LIQUIDS section Check for oil leaks on engine and in engine compartment Ensure coolant tank is full as specified in LIQUIDS section Check for coolant leaks on engine in bilge and from ride plate Water or contaminated fuel in carb...

Page 21: ...be started the operator should always be properly sitting or standing on jetSurf model or sitting on jetKayak models and be wearing protective clothing including a Coast Guard approved PFD and a wet suit bottom The engine is directly coupled to a drive shaft which in turn rotates an impeller The water is drawn up from underneath the watercraft then flows through the impeller to a venturi The ventu...

Page 22: ...e on rough water may result in SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH jetBoard is not designed for surfing like a regular surf board Do not jump waves or wakes Components inside the engine compartment may be hot Keep away from electrical parts or jet pump area when engine is running Attach the safety lanyard to your wrist and snap the cap to its post before starting the engine Before starting the engine the opera...

Page 23: ...e flush system without the engine first running will result in engine damage that will not be covered under warranty To shut off the engine completely release throttle lever and press the engine stop button Remove safety lanyard from watercraft Take the watercraft out of the water every day to prevent marine organism growth Should any water be present in the bilge open the drain plugs and tilt the...

Page 24: ...al engine starting before cleaning the jet pump area Manually remove the weeds shells or debris from drive shaft and jet Start engine and make sure watercraft operates properly If system is still blocked move the watercraft out of the water and remove blockage manually Certain components in the engine compartment may be very hot Direct contact may result in skin burn Do not touch any electrical pa...

Page 25: ...ave the engine serviced the greater the damage to the engine will be To limit damages to the engine drain bilge as soon as possible If it was submerged in salt water spray bilge and all components with fresh water using a garden hose to stop the salt corroding effect Never try to crank or start the engine Water trapped in intake manifold would flow towards the engine and may cause severe damage to...

Page 26: ...25 Section 4 MAINTENANCE AND CARE ...

Page 27: ...c inspection contributes to the product s good performance life span and operation safety Regular watercraft service should be performed by you and or by an authorized Aquanami dealer following the maintenance chart The schedule should be adjusted according to operating conditions and use Schedule for watercraft rental operations or higher number of hour use will require greater frequency of inspe...

Page 28: ...eleasing the throttle lever should operate smoothly Throttle lever should return to its initial position without any hesitation There must be a small amount of free play when throttle lever is released Refer to an authorized Aquanami dealer if necessary As necessary apply anticorrosion product such as dielectric grease on battery posts and all exposed cable connectors Additional Lubrication XP S L...

Page 29: ...he bilge when the engine is operating Inspect the pump head for obstructions clean as necessary Exhaust system condition and fasteners ENGINE Condition of seals and fasteners Oil level FUEL SYSTEM Inspect and replace sacrificial anode if equipped Preseason Preparation Chart Use the following chart for preseason preparation Since technical skills and special tools are required some operations shoul...

Page 30: ...29 Section 5 TROUBLE SHOOTING ...

Page 31: ...y stop button Lanyard post stale or contaminated fuel tank Engine does not turn over Engine turns slowly but does not start bad battery cable connection worn start motor empty fuel battery runs down bad terminal connection fouled or defective spark plug weaken or discharged battery Lanyard is not in place spark plug cap not connected or loose fuel flooded engine Engine turns regularly but does not...

Page 32: ...y alien objects such as cloth or tower air leak between ride plate and intake pipe damaged water intake seal weak spark plug weeds and debris trapped inside jet water or contaminated fuel in carburetor bowl and fuel retainer damaged impeller damaged engine by water injection engine oil level too high blocked engine breathing hose blocked shut off valve foul throttle lever person and cargo weight i...

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