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, 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. (See page 84 for jet intake cleaning procedures.)

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WARNING

●Keep away from the intake grate while the engine is on. Items such as long hair, loose clothing, or PFD straps can be- come entangled in moving parts, result- ing in severe injury or drowning.

●Stop the engine and remove the clip from the engine shut-off switch before removing any debris or weeds, which

may have collected around the jet in- take.

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Engine shut-off cord

Check that the engine shut-off cord is not frayed or broken. If the cord is damaged, replace it; never try to repair it or tie it together.

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