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Pre-operation check points
EJU01050
Engine compartment
Ventilate the engine compar tment before
each use.
To ventilate the engine compartment,
remove seat and front storage compart-
ment. (See page 2-5 for seat, and 2-20 for
front storage compartment.) Allow the
engine compartment to remain open for a
few minutes to allow any fuel vapors to
escape. Also, check for loose electrical con-
nections.
WARNING@ Failure to ventilate the engine compart-
ment could result in fire or explosion. Do
not start the engine if there is a fuel leak
or a loose electrical connection.
@
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Fuel and oil systems
Check the fuel system for leakage, cracks
or malfunctions before each use. (See page
4-8 for check points and correct proce-
dures.)
1. Remove the fuel tank filler cap to release
any pressure that might have built up in
the fuel tank.
2. Remove seat and front storage compart-
ment. (See page 2-5 for seat, and 2-20
for front storage compartment.)
3. Check the fuel and oil levels in the tanks
and replenish if necessary. (See pages 3-3
and 3-4 for filling instructions.)
4. Turn the fuel cock to the “ON” position.
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Lubrication
1. Remove the spark plugs and pour
approximately one tablespoon of oil into
each cylinder.
2. Grease the spark plug threads and rein-
stall the spark plugs.
3. Crank the engine within 3 seconds using
the start switch.
4. Lubricate all cables such as the throttle,
choke, and steering cables.
NOTE:@ Use a suitable marine grease applicator to
pressure lubricate the cables and purge out
any moisture between the inner and outer
cables.
@
5. Lubricate the areas of the watercraft
specified under Lubrication points on
pages 4-15 to 4-17.
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Fuel system
Draining the fuel system prevents buildup
of varnishes and other harmful deposits that
result when gasoline sits for a prolonged
period of time.
WARNING@ Gasoline is highly flammable and explo-
sive. A fire or explosion can cause
severe injury or death. Shut the engine
off. Drain in well-ventilated areas away
from flames or sparks. Do not smoke.
Avoid spilling gasoline. Wipe up spilled
gasoline immediately.
@
To drain the fuel system:
1. Place the fuel cock knob in the “OFF”
position.
2. Drain the fuel tank using a siphon.
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