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12-Volt Receptacle
All Gekko models are equipped with a 12-volt receptacle, some models may have
more than one. 12-volt receptacles allow external electronic devices to charge from
the boat’s electrical system. Prior to plugging any accessory into the 12-volt recepta-
cle, ensure that the device is designed for use when connected to a 12-volt recepta-
cle and will not be damages by the connection to the receptacle. Never try to force a
connection.
Ballast System
The Ballast system adds weight to the boat in specific areas to help create larger
wakes for water sports, such as wakeboarding and wake surfing. The ballast system
may be filled and drained to individual levels to fine tune the wakes for rider prefer-
ences.
The system consists of water tanks, pumps, seacock strainers, hardware and con-
trols. Certain Gekko models have water tanks integrated into the boat construction
below the floor. In addition, inflatable sacs add ballast and then deflate to accommo-
date more storage space. Switches mounted to panels on the helm activate water
pumps that fill and drain the tanks with water. Seacocks mounted to the bottom of
the boat are used to open and close the available water for the ballast system.
To fill the ballast tanks, ensure that the boat is not moving, the engine
may be on or off, but the throttle must be in the NEUTRAL position.
The seacock for each ballast tank must be open. At the helm, select
the desired tank and position the switch to the FILL designation. There
are individual switches at the helm to independently fill port, starboard
and center tanks, if equipped, to any desired level. Individual high vol-
ume pumps are used for port, starboard and center tanks, if equipped,
filling the tanks completely in just a few minutes. The total fill time is a
function of the volume of the tanks. When the tank is filled beyond its
capacity, water will spurt from a deck mounted vent. There is a deck
vent for port, starboard and center tanks, if equipped.
The pump will
continue to operate until the switched is turned to the OFF position and
should be switched off upon the filling of the tank. Continuous opera-
tion of the pump beyond tank filling can burn out the pump.
To drain ballast tanks, select the desired tank switch at the helm and position it in the
EMPTY position. Water will spurt from the deck vent
for port, starboard and center
tanks, if equipped, to visually display the tank draining. When the tank is empty wa-
ter will stop spurting from the deck vent. There is a deck vent for port, starboard and
center tanks, if equipped. The pump will continue to operate until the switched is
turned to the OFF position and should be switched off immediately upon the draining
of the tank. Continuous operation of the pump beyond tank draining will definitely
burn out the pump.
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WARNING
Adding additional aftermarket ballast is not recommended by Gekko,
and can result in impaired visibility, diminished handling characteristics
and instability while operating which may lead to potential structural
and/or engine damage to the boat.
Batteries
Batteries are not included as standard equipment. Gekko recommends a premium,
deep cycle marine battery for best operating results. GT series models have space
for batteries to be installed under the observers seat. REVO series models have
space for batteries to be installed in the rear port side storage compartments.
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WARNING
Hydrogen and oxygen gases are produced during normal battery opera-
tion or charging. Sparks or flames can cause this mixture to ignite and
explode if it comes near vent openings. Sulfuric acid in the battery can
cause serious burns if spilled on the skin or in the eyes. If a spill occurs
flush with clean water immediately.
Voltage Sensitive Relay (VSR)
The Gekko VSR system eliminates the possibility of draining the start battery and pro-
tects sensitive electronics powered by the house battery from harmful engine start up