Operation

put until you apply throttle again or you reach trolling speed.

EJU33280

Stopping the watercraft

The watercraft is not equipped with a separate braking system. It is stopped by water resistance when the throttle lever is released. From full speed, the watercraft comes to a complete stop in approximately 100 m (330 ft) after the throttle lever is released or the engine is stopped, although this distance will vary depending on many factors, including gross weight, water surface conditions, and wind direction.

The watercraft slows down as soon as the throttle lever is released, but will coast for a distance before fully stopping. If you are not sure you can stop in time before hitting an ob- stacle, apply throttle and turn in another direc- tion.

EWJ00730

WARNING

●Allow adequate stopping distance.

●Take early action to avoid collisions. Re- member, watercraft and other boats do not have brakes.

●Operate defensively at safe speeds and keep a safe distance away from people, objects, and other watercraft to give you time to stop.

●Do not shut the engine off when slowing down in case you need engine power to

steer away from a boat or other obstacle that comes into your path.

●For VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser:

Do not use the reverse function to slow down or stop the watercraft as it could cause you to lose control, be ejected, or impact the handlebars.

EJU35960

Beaching the watercraft

(1)Make sure that there are no boats, swim- mers, or obstacles near the beach. Re- lease the throttle lever about 100 m (330 ft) before you reach the intended beach- ing area.

(2)Approach the beach slowly and stop the engine before reaching land. Remember, you need throttle to steer.

(3)Get off the watercraft and pull it up on the

beach.

ECJ00490

CAUTION:

Small pebbles, sand, seaweed, and other debris can be sucked into the jet intake and impair or damage the impeller. Always stop the engine and get off the watercraft before beaching it.

EJU36060

Docking the watercraft

(1)Make sure that there are no boats, swim- mers, or obstacles near the watercraft. Reduce speed about 100 m (330 ft) away from the dock.

(2)Slowly approach the dock and stop the

engine just before coming alongside it.

EJU33320

Reverse on waterways (for VX Deluxe/VX Cruiser)

Reverse can be used for slow-speed maneuvering when it is necessary to back up out of tight spots where you cannot turn around. Reverse can be used to slow down or stop only

65