Operation

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Jet intake

Carefully check the jet intake for weeds, de- bris, or anything else that might restrict the intake of water. If the jet intake is clogged, clean it. (See page 101 for jet intake cleaning proce- dures.)

If the watercraft is operated while the jet intake is clogged, cavitation could occur, reducing jet thrust, and possibly damaging the jet pump. In some cases, the engine may overheat because of lack of cooling water, and damage to the engine could result. Cooling water is fed to the engine by the jet pump.

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Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)

Check that the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) is not frayed or broken. If the cord is dam- aged, replace it. WARNING! Never try to repair the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) or tie it together. The engine shut-off cord (lanyard) may not pull free when the operator falls off, allowing the watercraft to

continue to run and cause an accident.

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Switches

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NOTICE

Do not run the engine for more than 15 seconds when checking the switches on land without supplying water, otherwise the engine could overheat.

Check the start switch, the engine stop switch, and the engine shut-off switch for proper operation.

Push the start switch to start the engine. As soon as the engine starts running, push the engine stop switch to verify that the engine stops immediately. Restart the engine, and then pull the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch to verify that the engine stops immedi- ately. (See pages 33 to 33 for information on proper operation of the start switch, the en-

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