Operation

position, then crawl onto the seat as the watercraft accelerates.

(5)Gradually increase the speed to balance the watercraft.

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Capsized watercraft

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WARNING

Improper uprighting can cause injury.

●Be sure to shut the engine off by pulling on the engine shut-off cord (lanyard) to remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch.

●Do not put your hands in the intake grate.

If the watercraft capsizes, turn it over immedi- ately.

Be sure to carefully follow the procedures below to prevent injury, or damage to the water- craft.

(1)Remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch.

(2)Swim to the rear of the watercraft. Pull the watercraft over with your left hand on the ride plate while pushing down on the gun- wale with your right hand or foot.

If the port (left) side of the capsized wa- tercraft is tilting up, push down on the gunwale so that the port (left) side is down before turning the watercraft clock- wise. NOTICE: Do not turn the water-

craft over counterclockwise, otherwise water can enter the engine, which can result in severe damage.

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(3)Start the engine and operate the water- craft as straight as possible and above planing speed for at least 2 minutes to discharge any water remaining in the en- gine compartment. (If the engine does not start, see “Towing the watercraft” on

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