Operation

pebbles or sand could be sucked into the jet intake, causing impeller damage and engine overheating. [ECJ00471]

(3)Attach the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to your left wrist, and then attach the clip to the engine shut-off switch. It is not pos- sible to start the engine with the clip re- moved from the engine shut-off switch.

WARNING! Check that the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) is attached cor- rectly. If the engine shut-off cord (lan- yard) is not attached correctly, it may not pull free when the operator falls off, allowing the watercraft to continue to run and cause an accident. [EWJ00581]

in 5 seconds, release the start switch, wait 15 seconds, and then try again. The engine will not start if the throttle lever is squeezed. NOTICE: Never push the start switch while the engine is run- ning. Do not operate the start switch for more than 5 seconds, otherwise the battery will be discharged and the engine will not start. Also, the starter motor could be damaged. [ECJ01040]

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Stopping the engine

To stop the engine, release the throttle lever, and then push the engine stop switch (red

button). WARNING! You need throttle to steer. Shutting the engine off can cause

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you to hit an obstacle you are attempting to avoid. A collision could result in severe injury or death. [EWJ00601]

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2Engine shut-off switch

3Engine shut-off cord (lanyard)

(4)Push the start switch (green button), and then release it as soon as the engine starts to run. If the engine does not start

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