Sea-doo 2004 GTI, Руководство оператора

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14 SAFETY INFORMATION
Operator/Passenger
Awareness
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Never turn handlebar while someone
is nearby rear of watercraft. Keep
away from steering moving parts
(nozzle, side vanes, linkage, etc.).
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Do not start or operate the water-
craft if anyone is seated on the sun
deck, if so equipped, or swim plat-
form, or is nearby in the water. Wa-
ter and/or debris exiting jet thrust
nozzle can cause severe injury.
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The operator and passenger(s)
should be properly seated before
starting or moving the watercraft,
and at all times when watercraft is
in motion. All passenger(s) should
be instructed to use the handholds
or seat straps provided, or in the al-
ternative on a PWC, to hold the
waist of the person in front of them.
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When accelerating on a PWC with a
passenger(s), whether from a com-
plete stop or while underway, always
do so progressively. Fast accelera-
tion may cause your passenger(s) to
loose their balance or grip and fall
rearward off the watercraft. Make
sure that your passenger(s) know of,
or anticipate, any rapid acceleration.
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Keep away from intake grate while
engine is on. Items such as long
hair, loose clothing, or PFD straps
can become entangled in moving
parts resulting in severe injury or
drowning.
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To prevent accidental starting, al-
ways detach the safety lanyard from
the watercraft when swimmers are
boarding or nearby, or during remov-
al of any weeds or debris from the
intake grate.
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It should be remembered that sun,
wind, alcohol, drugs, fatigue and ill-
ness, may impair your judgement
and reaction time.
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On a PWC, never place your feet
and legs in the water to aid turning.
Maneuverabitily of the
Watercraft/Towing
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Do not overload the watercraft or
take on more passengers than des-
ignated for the particular watercraft.
Overloading can affect maneuver-
ability, stability and performance.
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Avoid adding on accessories, or
equipment which may alter your
control of the watercraft.
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The watercraft may be fitted with
tow eyelets which can be used to
attach a ski rope.
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Riding with a passenger(s) or pulling
a tube, skier or wakeboarder makes
the watercraft handle differently
and requires greater skill.
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Always respect the safety and com-
fort of your passenger(s) and per-
son being towed on skis, wake-
board or other water products.
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Always carry an observer when pull-
ing a tube, skier or wakeboarder,
proceed with only as much speed
as required and follow the observ-
er’s instructions. Unless absolutely
necessary, do not make tight, sharp
turns. Keep a safe distance from the
docks, other swimmers, craft or ob-
jects.
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Use a tow rope of sufficient length
and size and make sure it is ade-
quately secured to your watercraft.
While some craft are equipped or
can be fitted with a specially de-
signed towing mechanism avoid in-
stalling a tow pole on a PWC. It can
become a hazard should someone
fall on it.
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Be advised that serious injury can re-
sult if the tow rope becomes slack
during a tight turn or when circling.
The rope could become wrapped
around the neck or limbs of a person
that has fallen in the water.
Don’t forget:
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Ride smart from the start and we all
win!
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