Ski-Doo GTI Series manual Fuel Tank, Engine Compartment, Steering System and Side Vanes O.P.A.S

Models: RXT Series WAKE Series GTX Series GTI Series RXP Series

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TYPICAL

1. Battery

Fuel Tank

With the watercraft horizontal, fill the fuel tank to specified level.

Check fuel tank retaining straps/ fasteners.

Engine Compartment

WARNING

Should any leak or gasoline odor be present, do not start the engine. Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer before use.

PRE-RIDE INSPECTION

WARNING

When operating the engine while the watercraft is out of the water, the heat exchanger in the ride plate may become very hot. Avoid any contact with ride plate as burns may occur.

Steering System and Side Vanes (O.P.A.S.)

Assisted by another person, check steering operation for free movement. When the handlebar is horizontal, the jet pump nozzle should be in the straight ahead position. The rear edge of side vanes should be pointing out- side of watercraft by approximately 20°. Ensure the jet pump nozzle and side vanes pivot easily and in the same direction as the handlebar.

WARNING

Check handlebar and correspond- ing steering nozzle operation be- fore starting. Never turn handle- bar while someone is nearby rear of watercraft. Keep away from steering moving parts (nozzle, side vanes, linkage etc.).

Engine Oil

Ensure oil level is appropriate as speci- fied in MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES section. Check for oil leaks on engine and in engine compartment.

Throttle System

Check throttle lever for free and smooth operation. It should return to its initial position immediately after it is released.

Engine Coolant

Ensure coolant level is appropriate as specified in MAINTENANCE PROCE- DURES section. Check for coolant leaks on engine, in bilge and from ride plate.

WARNING

Check throttle lever operation be- fore starting the engine.

Shifter System

Check reverse gate operation for free movement. With shift lever in forward position, the gate should be in upward position; and offering a resistance to go downward. With the shift lever in neutral position, gate should be in mid-

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Ski-Doo GTI Series Fuel Tank, Engine Compartment, Steering System and Side Vanes O.P.A.S, Engine Oil, Throttle System