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Towing a Disabled Watercraft
If the watercraft becomes inoperable in the water, it can be towed by another watercraft. Before towing, use a vice grip pliers to close off the cooling water inlet hose (1) located at the bottom of the watercraft hull (the hose from the pump box to the exhaust pipe). Clamp it off as near to the
CAUTION
Failure to clamp off the cooling water inlet hose before towing may result in hydrolock, a condition caused by water being drawn or forced into the engine. Always clamp off the water inlet hose before towing a disabled watercraft.
To tow the craft, securely attach about 20 feet (6 m) of tow rope to the eye located on the bow. Slowly tow the watercraft to shore.
OPERATION
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