OPERATION
Post Operation Maintenance
Daily Care
Remove the watercraft from the water every day to inhibit marine organism growth on the hull.
1.Remove the watercraft from the water.
2.Purge residual water from the exhaust system by starting the engine and revving it repeatedly at partial throttle for about ten seconds until water no longer comes out. NOTE: If the craft is towed up or down a steep hill after removing it from the water, this procedure may be repeated.
CAUTION
The engine may overheat and seize if operated out of water. Never operate the engine for more than 15 seconds. Never hold the engine at full throttle while the watercraft is out of the water.
3.Wash the hull, jet pump intake and outlet with fresh water.
4.Remove the drain plugs to drain any water in the bilge.
5.Remove the seat and rinse the engine compartment with a generous amount of fresh water. After the water has drained, wipe the engine compartment (bilge) dry with clean towels.
6.If the craft is used in salt water, Polaris recommends that the inside of the hull (engine and components) be sprayed with T 9 metal protectant after each use. See page 101.
7.Reinstall the seat.
8.Clean the drain plugs and openings and reinstall the plugs.
9.Drain the engine and flush the cooling system. See page 91.
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