BRP SEA-DOO GTI Series 2019 Manual

Read this guide thoroughly.
It contains important safety information.
Minimum recommended operator’s age: 16 years old.
Keep this Operator’s Guide in the watercraft.
2019
OPERATOR’S
Includes Safety, Watercraft and
Maintenance Information
GUIDE
2019 SERIES
SERIES
GTI /GTR /WAKE
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OPERATOR’S GUIDE, GTI / GTR / WAKE SERIES / ENGLISH
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WARNING
Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions contained in
this Operator’s Guide,
SAFETY VIDEO and on-product safety labels could
cause injury including the possibility of death!
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WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a
recreational marine vessel can expose you to chemicals
including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and
lead, which are known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To
minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle
the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a
well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands
frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go
to www.p65warnings.ca.gov/products/passenger-vehicle.
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Congratulations on your purchase
of a new Sea-Doo®personal water-
craft (PWC). It is backed by the BRP
warranty and a network of authorized
Sea-Doo personal watercraft dealers
ready to provide the parts, service or
accessories you may require.
Your dealer is committed to your sat-
isfaction. He has taken training to per-
form the initial setup and inspection of
your watercraft as well as completed
the final adjustment before you took
possession. If you need more com-
plete servicing information, please ask
your dealer.
At delivery, you were also informed of
the warranty coverage and signed the
PREDELIVERY CHECK LIST to ensure
your new watercraft was prepared to
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FOREWORD
Know Before you Go
To learn how to reduce the risk for you
or other persons being injured or killed,
read the following sections before you
operate the watercraft:
–
SAFETY INFORMATION
– WATERCRAFT INFORMATION .
Read and understand all safety labels
on your watercraft and watch atten-
tively your
SAFETY VIDEO located at
https://www.sea-doo.com/safety.
Failure to follow the warnings con-
tained in this Operator's Guide can
result in serious injury or death.
BRP highly recommends that you take
a safe boating course. Please check
with your dealer or local authorities for
availability in your area.
In certain areas, an operator compe-
tency card is mandatory to operate a
pleasure craft.
WARNING
Get familiar with this PWC; it may
exceed the performance of other
PWCs you have ridden.
Safety Messages
This Operator’s Guide utilizes the fol-
lowing symbols and words to empha-
size particular information:
The safety alert symbol indicates
a potential injury hazard.
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard which,
if not avoided, could result in seri-
ous injury or death.
CAUTION Indicates a poten-
tially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
NOTICE Indicates an instruction
which, if not followed, could se-
verely damage watercraft compo-
nents or other property.
About this Operator's
Guide
This Operator's Guide has been pre-
pared to acquaint the owner/operator
or passenger with this personal water-
craft and its various controls, mainte-
nance and safe riding instructions.
Keep this Operator's Guide in the wa-
tercraft as you can refer to it for oper-
ation, instructing others, maintenance
and troubleshooting.
Note that this guide is available in sev-
eral languages. In the event of any dis-
crepancy, the English version shall pre-
vail.
Ifyouwanttoviewand/orprintan
extra copy of your Operator's Guide,
simply visit the following website
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The information contained in this doc-
ument is correct at the time of publica-
tion. However, BRP maintains a pol-
icy of continuous improvement of its
products without imposing upon itself
any obligation to install them on prod-
ucts previously manufactured. Due
to late changes, some differences be-
tween the manufactured product and
the descriptions and/or specifications
in this guide may occur. BRP reserves
the right at any time to discontinue or
change specifications, designs, fea-
tures, models or equipment without
incurring any obligation upon itself.
This Operator's Guide should remain
with the watercraft when it's sold.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD .......................................................................... 1
KnowBeforeyouGo............................................................. 2
SafetyMessages................................................................. 2
AboutthisOperator'sGuide .................................................... 2
SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS......................................................... 10
AvoidCarbonMonoxide Poisoning............................................ 10
AvoidGasolineFiresandOtherHazards ...................................... 10
AvoidBurnsfromHot Parts .................................................... 10
Accessoriesand Modifications ................................................ 10
SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES ................................................... 12
RemindersRegardingSafeOperation......................................... 12
Water Sports (TowingwiththeWatercraft)................................... 16
Hypothermia..................................................................... 18
Safe BoatingCourses........................................................... 18
Carrying Loads .................................................................. 18
ACTIVETECHNOLOGIES(iCONTROL).......................................... 19
Introduction...................................................................... 19
iTC (intelligent Throttle Control) ................................................ 19
iBR (intelligentBrakeand ReverseSystem)(if equipped) ................... 20
SAFETYEQUIPMENT.............................................................. 22
Required Safety Equipment.................................................... 22
AdditionalRecommendedEquipment ........................................ 24
PRACTICE EXERCISES............................................................. 25
WheretoPractice Exercises ................................................... 25
PracticeExercises .............................................................. 25
Important FactorsNottoNeglect.............................................. 26
NAVIGATIONRULES............................................................... 27
Operating Rules................................................................. 27
FUELING ............................................................................. 29
FuelingProcedure............................................................... 29
Fuel Requirements.............................................................. 30
TRAILERINGINFORMATION ..................................................... 31
IMPORTANTON-PRODUCTLABELS............................................ 32
HangTag......................................................................... 32
Watercraft SafetyLabels ....................................................... 32
ComplianceLabels.............................................................. 39
PRE-RIDE INSPECTION ............................................................ 41
Whatto Do BeforeLaunchingthe Watercraft ................................ 41
Whatto Do AfterLaunching the Watercraft .................................. 45
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WATERCRAFT INFORMATION
CONTROLS.......................................................................... 48
1) Handlebar ..................................................................... 50
2)EngineSTART/STOP Button................................................. 50
3) Engine Cut-Off Switch ....................................................... 51
4)Throttle Lever................................................................. 52
5) iBR Lever (intelligent Brake and Reverse) (if equipped) ................... 53
6)MODE/SETButtons(All ModelsExcept GTR-X)........................... 54
7)UP/DOWNButtons(AllModelsExceptGTR-X) ........................... 54
8)CruiseButton(WAKEModels) .............................................. 54
9)VTS Button (Variable Trim System)(GTRModels) ......................... 55
10) SportButton................................................................. 55
11) ECOButton.................................................................. 55
12) ModeButton ................................................................ 56
13) SpeedControl Button....................................................... 56
14) LEFT/UP /DOWN/RIGHTArrowand OKButtons...................... 56
INFORMATION CENTER(GAUGES)............................................. 57
A)Multifunction Gauge......................................................... 58
B)AnalogSpeedometer ........................................................ 64
C)AnalogTachometer .......................................................... 64
D)IndicatorLights / Icons....................................................... 64
NavigatingtheMultifunctionDisplay.......................................... 65
Changing NumericalDisplayIndication ....................................... 68
Resetting NumericalDisplay Indication ....................................... 69
MultifunctionGaugeSetup..................................................... 69
7.5" DIGITAL DISPLAY ............................................................. 71
Multifunction Gauge Description .............................................. 71
Indicator Lamps ................................................................. 72
SETTINGS ........................................................................... 74
RightArrowMenu .............................................................. 74
Left Arrow Menu................................................................ 74
SettingLanguage ............................................................... 75
EQUIPMENT......................................................................... 76
1)GloveBox ..................................................................... 76
2)FrontStorageCompartment ................................................ 76
3)Seat............................................................................ 77
4)PassengerHandhold......................................................... 78
5)Boarding Step................................................................. 78
6)Boarding Platform............................................................ 79
7)Frontand RearEyelets....................................................... 79
8)BilgeDrainPlugs ............................................................. 80
9) Ski/WakeboardPost (WAKE Model Only) .................................. 80
10) WakeboardRack(WAKEModelOnly) .................................... 81
11) AdjustableHandlebarRiser(If equipped) ................................. 83
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BREAK-IN PERIOD.................................................................. 84
Operation DuringBreak-InPeriod.............................................. 84
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS..................................................... 85
Boarding theWatercraft........................................................ 85
How toStartEngine............................................................. 88
How toStoptheEngine ........................................................ 88
How to Steer the Watercraft ................................................... 89
How toEngageNeutral (iBREquipped Models Only)........................ 90
How toEngageForward (iBREquipped Models Only)....................... 90
How toEngageand UseReverse (iBREquipped Models Only)............. 91
How toEngageand UseBraking (iBREquipped Models Only).............. 92
How toUse theVariableTrimSystem(VTS) .................................. 94
GeneralOperatingRecommendations........................................ 99
OPERATINGMODES............................................................. 101
Touring Mode.................................................................. 101
SportMode.................................................................... 101
ECO Mode (FuelEconomy Mode)........................................... 103
SpeedLimiterMode(GTR-XModels) ....................................... 104
CruiseMode(Ifequipped).................................................... 106
Slow SpeedMode ............................................................ 108
Ski Mode....................................................................... 110
Learning KeyMode ........................................................... 112
SPECIAL PROCEDURES ......................................................... 115
Jet PumpWater Intake andImpeller Cleaning.............................. 115
Capsized Watercraft .......................................................... 117
Submerged Watercraft ....................................................... 118
Water-FloodedEngine........................................................ 118
Towing theWatercraft in Water.............................................. 118
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE.................................................... 122
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ................................................ 125
EngineOil...................................................................... 125
EngineCoolant ................................................................ 128
IgnitionCoils................................................................... 129
SparkPlugs .................................................................... 129
ExhaustSystem............................................................... 130
Ride Plate andWaterIntakeGrate........................................... 131
SacrificialAnode............................................................... 132
Ski/WakeboardPost (Wake).................................................. 132
Fuses........................................................................... 132
WATERCRAFT CARE ............................................................. 135
Post-Operation Care .......................................................... 135
WatercraftCleaning........................................................... 135
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STORAGE ANDPRESEASONPREPARATION................................ 136
Storage......................................................................... 136
PreseasonPreparation ....................................................... 138
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
WATERCRAFT IDENTIFICATION ............................................... 140
Hull IdentificationNumber ................................................... 140
EngineIdentificationNumber................................................ 140
EngineManufacturer Identification.......................................... 141
RF D.E.S.S.KEY................................................................... 142
MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE REGULATORY INFORMATION (GTR-X
MODEL) ............................................................................ 143
ENGINEEMISSIONSINFORMATION.......................................... 146
Manufacturer's Responsibility ............................................... 146
Dealer's Responsibility ....................................................... 146
Owner Responsibility ......................................................... 146
EPA EmissionRegulations ................................................... 146
EVAPORATIVEEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM ........................... 146
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................. 147
TROUBLESHOOTING
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES ........................................... 156
MONITORINGSYSTEM ......................................................... 161
FaultCodes.................................................................... 161
Indicator Lights andMessageDisplayInformation......................... 163
BeeperCodeInformation .................................................... 165
WARRANTY
BRP LIMITED WARRANTY – USA AND CANADA: 2019 SEA-DOO®PERSONAL
WATERCRAFT .................................................................... 168
US EPAEMISSION-RELATED WARRANTY................................... 172
CALIFORNIA AND NEW YORK EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
STATEMENT FOR MODEL YEAR 2019 SEA-DOO®PERSONAL
WATERCRAFT..................................................................... 175
CALIFORNIA EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
STATEMENT....................................................................... 179
BRP INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY: 2019 SEA-DOO®PERSONAL
WATERCRAFT..................................................................... 181
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BRP LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AREA,
THE COMMONWEALTH OF THE INDEPENDENT STATES, TURKEY: 2019
SEA-DOO®PERSONALWATERCRAFT........................................ 185
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
PRIVACYINFORMATION........................................................ 192
CONTACTUS...................................................................... 193
NorthAmerica................................................................. 193
Europe ......................................................................... 193
Oceania ........................................................................ 193
SouthAmerica................................................................. 193
Asia............................................................................. 193
CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP......................................... 194
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SAFETY
INFORMATION
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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS
Avoid Carbon Monoxide
Poisoning
All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car-
bon monoxide can cause headaches,
dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confu-
sion and eventually death.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odor-
less, tasteless gas that may be present
even if you do not see or smell any en-
gine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon
monoxide can collect rapidly, and you
can quickly be overcome and unable
to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of
carbon monoxide can linger for hours
or days in enclosed or poorly ventilated
areas. If you experience any symp-
toms of carbon monoxide poisoning,
leave the area immediately, get fresh
air and seek medical treatment.
To prevent serious injury or death from
carbon monoxide:
– Never run the watercraft in poorly
ventilated or partially enclosed ar-
eas such as watercraft houses, sea-
walls or other boats in close prox-
imity. Even if you try to ventilate
engine exhaust, carbon monoxide
can rapidly reach dangerous levels.
– Never run the watercraft outdoors
where engine exhaust can be drawn
into a building through openings
such as windows and doors.
– Never stand behind the watercraft
while the engine is running. A per-
son standing behind a running en-
gine may inhale high concentrations
of exhaust fumes. Inhalation of con-
centrated exhaust fumes that con-
tain carbon monoxide can result in
CO poisoning, serious health prob-
lems and death.
Avoid Gasoline Fires and
Other Hazards
Gasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive. Fuel vapors can
spread and be ignited by a spark or
flame many feet away from the en-
gine. To reduce the risk of fire or explo-
sion, follow these instructions:
– Use only an approved red gasoline
container to store fuel.
– Strictly adhere to the instructions in
FUELING section.
– Never start watercraft if gasoline or
gasoline vapor odors is present in
theenginecompartment.
– Never start or operate the engine if
the fuel cap is not properly secured.
– Do not carry gasoline containers in
the front storage compartment.
– Use only a BRP approved LinQ fuel
caddy, which should be properly in-
stalled and secured. Never tow a
skier or wakeboarder while having
a fuel caddy installed. Always fol-
low the instructions for LinQ acces-
sories. Never refill the fuel caddy on
the PWC, refill on shore.
Gasoline is poisonous and can cause
injury or death.
– Never siphon gasoline with your
mouth.
– If you swallow gasoline, get any in
your eyes, or inhale gasoline vapors,
see a doctor immediately.
If gasoline is spilled on you, wash
thoroughly with soap and water and
change your clothes.
Avoid Burns from Hot Parts
Certain components may become hot
during operation. Avoid contact dur-
ing and shortly after operation to avoid
burns.
Accessories and
Modifications
Do not make unauthorized modifica-
tions, or use accessories that are not
approved by BRP. Since these changes
have not been tested by BRP, they
may increase the risk of accidents or
injuries, and they can make the water-
craft illegal for use on water.
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See your authorized Sea-Doo dealer
for available accessories for your wa-
tercraft.
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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES
Reminders Regarding Safe
Operation
The performance of this watercraft
may significantly exceed that of other
watercraft you may have operated.
Make sure you read and understand
the content of this Operator's Guide
to become completely familiar with
the controls and operation of the wa-
tercraft before embarking on your first
trip, or taking on a passenger(s). If you
have not had the opportunity to do so,
practice driving solo in a suitable traf-
fic free area to become accustomed
to the feel and response of each con-
trol. Be fully familiar with all controls
before accelerating above idle speed.
Do not assume that all PWCs handle
identically. Each model differs, often
substantially.
Always keep in mind that as the throt-
tle lever is returned to the idle position,
less directional control is available. To
turn the watercraft, both steering and
throttle are necessary. Do not release
throttle when trying to steer away from
objects. Your need throttle to steer. If
the engine is shut off, directional con-
trol is lost.
Although most watercraft have no
means of braking, advancement in
technologies now permit us to offer
some models that are equipped with
a braking system called the iBRTM sys-
tem. Practice braking maneuvers in
a safe traffic-free area to become fa-
miliar with handling under braking and
with stopping distances under various
operating conditions.
WARNING
Stopping distance will vary de-
pending on initial speed, load,
wind, number of riders and water
conditions. The amount of braking
power commanded by the opera-
tor using the iBR lever (intelligent
Brake and Reverse) will also affect
stopping distance.
When braking, riders must brace them-
selves against the deceleration force
to prevent from moving forward on the
watercraft and losing balance.
When operating an iBR equipped wa-
tercraft, be aware that other boats fol-
lowing or operating in close proximity
may not be able to stop as quickly.
When at speed and the brake is first
applied, a plume of water will shoot up
in the air behind the watercraft which
may cause the operator of a following
watercraft to momentarily loose sight
of your PWC. It is important to inform
the operator of a watercraft who in-
tends to follow in a convoy formation,
of the braking and maneuvering capa-
bility of your PWC, what the plume of
water indicates, and that a greater dis-
tance should be maintained between
watercraft.
When actuating the iBR control lever
while the watercraft has some for-
ward speed, the braking mode will
engage and generate a deceleration
proportional to the iBR lever position.
The more you pull in the iBR lever, the
greater the braking force becomes.
Be careful to gradually actuate the iBR
lever to adjust the intensity of the brak-
ing force, and to simultaneously re-
lease the throttle lever.
The brake feature of the iBR system
cannot prevent your PWC from drift-
ing due to current or wind. It has no
braking effect on the rearward motion.
Also note that your engine must be
runningtobeabletousethebrake.
The personal watercraft jet thrust can
cause injury. The jet pump may pick up
debris and throw it rearward causing a
risk of injuring people, damaging the jet
pump, or other property.
Observe the instructions on all safety
labels. They are there to help assure
that you have a safe and enjoyable out-
ing.
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Do not store any objects in areas that
are not designed specifically for stor-
age.
Riding with passenger(s), pulling
tubes, a skier, or a wake boarder makes
the PWC handle differently and re-
quires greater skill.
Certain PWC models come equipped
with tow eyelets or a ski pole (Wake
only) which, can be used to attach
a tow rope for a skier, tube or wake
boarder. Do not use these attachment
points or any other portion of the wa-
tercraft to tow a para-sail or any other
craft. Personal injury or severe dam-
age may occur.
Combustion engines need air to op-
erate; consequently this PWC cannot
be totally watertight. Any maneuvers
such as turning constantly in tight cir-
cles, plunging the bow through waves,
or capsizing the watercraft, that cause
the air inlet openings to be under wa-
ter may cause severe engine problems
due to water ingestion. Refer to
OP-
ERATING INSTRUCTIONS
and the
WARRANTY section contained in this
Operator's Guide.
Engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide (CO), which can cause seri-
ous health problems or death if inhaled
in sufficient quantities. Do not operate
the PWC in a confined area or allow
CO to accumulate around the PWC,
or in enclosed or sheltered areas such
as when docked, or when rafting. Be
aware of the risk of CO emanations
from exhaust of other PWCs.
Know the waters in which the water-
craft is to be operated. Current, tides,
rapids, hidden obstacles, wakes and
waves etc. can affect safe operation.
It is not advisable to operate thewa-
tercraft in rough waters or inclement
weather.
In shallow water, proceed with caution
and at very low speeds. Grounding or
abrupt stops may result in injury and
watercraft damage. Debris may also
be picked up and thrown rearward by
the jet pump onto people or property.
Keep the tether cord attached to the
operator's PFD or wrist (wrist strap
required) at all times and keep it free
from snagging on the handlebars to
help ensure the engine stops should
the operator fall off. After riding, re-
move the tether cord from the engine
cut-off switch to avoid unauthorized
use by children or others. If the op-
erator falls off the watercraft and the
tether cord is not attached as recom-
mended, the watercraft engine will not
stop.
Ride within your limits and level of rid-
ing ability.
Always ride responsibly and safely.
Use common sense and courtesy.
Respect no wake zones, the environ-
ment, and the rights of other users of
the waterways. As the operator and
owner of a PWC, you are responsible
for damage by the wake of your PWC.
Do not let anyone throw refuse over-
board.
While your watercraft has the ca-
pacity of operating at high speeds, it
is strongly recommended that high
speed operation only be applied when
ideal conditions exist and are permit-
ted. Higher speed operation requires a
higher degree of skill and increases the
risk of severe injuries.
The forces generated on the body of
riders while turning, negotiating waves
or wakes, operating in choppy waters,
or falling off the watercraft, especially
at higher speeds, may cause injury in-
cluding the possibility of broken bones
or more serious bodily injuries. Re-
main flexible and avoid sharp turns.
PWCs are not designed for night-time
operation.
Avoidridinginveryroughwate
rs or
practicing extreme maneuvers like
jumping wakes or waves.
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Before Getting Underway
For safety reasons and proper care, al-
ways perform the pre-ride inspection
as specified in your Operator's Guide
before operating your watercraft.
Do not exceed the payload or pas-
senger capacities for your watercraft.
Overloading can affect maneuverabil-
ity, stability and performance. Also,
heavy seas reduce capacity. A payload
or person capacity plate is not an ex-
cuse for failure to use common sense
or good judgment.
Regularly inspect the PWC, hull, en-
gine, safety equipment, and all other
boating gear and keep them in safe op-
erating condition.
Be sure you have the minimum re-
quired safety equipment, PFDs and
any additional gear needed for your
cruise.
Ensure that all lifesaving equipment,
including fire extinguisher, are in safe
operating condition and easily acces-
sible. Show all passengers where this
equipment is stored on the PWC, and
make sure they know how to use it.
There are several classes of fire ex-
tinguishers, for marine application we
recommend the use of a properly sized
class 5 B:C.
Additionally, your fire extinguisher
should be certified by ULC, UL or
USCG. Taking proper care of your fire
extinguisher is mandatory.
Often check if the fire extinguisher is
loaded to its proper operating pres-
sure and make sure that you and your
guests know how to use it. Mainte-
nance, repair and refilling must be
carried out by qualified personnel in
accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions. For monthly fire extin-
guisher maintenance, turn the fire ex-
tinguisher back and shake it vigorously
to prevent the chemical in the fire ex-
tinguisher from hardening.
Always be cautious when manipulat-
ing the fire extinguisher. Pay attention
not to damage the mechanism (nozzle,
dial, handle, etc) when storing it on the
PWC.
Keep an eye on the weather. Check lo-
cal weather broadcasts before depar-
ture. Be alert to changing conditions.
Keep accurate and up-to-date charts of
the boating area on board. Before get-
ting underway, check water conditions
in the planned boating area.
Ensure there is enough fuel on board
for the planned trip. Always verify fuel
level before use and during the ride.
Apply the principle of 1/3 of the fuel
to reach your destination, 1/3 to re-
turn, and keep 1/3 in reserve. Allow
for changes due to adverse weather or
other delays.
Operator and Passenger Awareness
Read and understand all safety labels
on the Sea-Doo PWC, the Operator's
Guide, all other safety documents, and
watch the
SAFETY VIDEO before op-
erating the PWC.
Respect applicable laws. Check local
and federal boating laws applicable
to the waterways where you intend
to use your watercraft. Learn the lo-
cal navigation rules. Know and under-
stand the applicable navigation system
(suchasbuoysandsigns).
Remember that sun, wind, fatigue or
illness may impair your judgement and
reaction time.
Operation of this PWC by a person un-
der 16 years of age, or a person with a
disability that impairs vision, reaction
time, judgment, or operation of the
controls is NOT recommended.
Always properly use the tether cord
when operating the watercraft and en-
sure that all passengers are familiar
with its use.
Ensure that any operator and all pas-
sengers know how to swim and how
to reboard the PWC from the water.
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Boarding in deep water can be stren-
uous. Practice in chest-deep water
before operating or embarking your
watercraft in deep water. Ensure that
any operator and all passengers wear a
PFD at all times and take extra precau-
tions when boating.
Never turn handlebar while someone
is near the rear of watercraft. Keep
away from steering moving parts (noz-
zle, iBR gate, linkages, etc.).
Do not start the engine or operate the
watercraft if anyone is in the water
nearby, or near the rear of the water-
craft
Be aware of the iBR gate movement
when starting the engine, shutting
down the engine or using the iBR lever.
Automatic movement of the gate may
squeeze fingers or toes of people tak-
ing a hold on the back or your PWC.
The operator and passenger(s) should
be properly seated and have a firm grip
on a handhold before starting the wa-
tercraft, and at all times when the wa-
tercraft is in motion. All passenger(s)
shouldbeinstructedtousethehand-
holds provided, or to hold on to the
waist of the person in front of them.
Eachpassengermustbeabletosimul-
taneously place both feet firmly flat
against each footwell when properly
seated. When going over waves, pas-
senger(s) may raise their body slightly
off the seat to absorb the shocks with
their legs.
When braking or decelerating, riders
must brace themselves against the de-
celeration force to prevent from mov-
ing forward on the watercraft and los-
ing balance.
WhenacceleratingonaPWCwitha
passenger(s), whether from a com-
plete stop or while underway, always
do so progressively. Fast acceleration
may cause your passenger(s) to loose
their balance and fall rearward off the
watercraft. Make sure that your pas-
senger(s) are aware of or can anticipate
any rapid acceleration.
Severe internal injuries can occur if
water is forced into body cavities as a
result of falling into water or being near
a jet thrust nozzle. Consequently, the
wearingofawetsuitbottomishighly
recommended.
Keep away from the intake grate while
the engine is running. Items such
as long hair, loose clothing, or PFD
straps can become entangled in mov-
ing parts.
If the throttle lever is depressed while
braking, the iBR system will disable the
throttle command by the user. When
releasing the iBR lever while the throt-
tle lever is still depressed, the throt-
tle command will regain control and
generate an acceleration after a short
delay. Release throttle lever if acceler-
ation is not needed.
Before reboarding, make sure engine
is off and the tether cord is removed
from the engine cut-off switch.
To prevent accidental starting, always
remove the tether cord from the en-
gine cut-off switch when swimmers
are boarding, nearby, or during removal
of any weeds or debris from the intake
grate.
On a PWC, never place your feet and
legs in the water to aid turning.
Operation by Minors
Minors should always be supervised
by an adult whenever operating a wa-
tercraft. Laws regarding the minimum
age and licensing requirements of mi-
nors may vary from one jurisdiction to
another. Be sure to contact the local
boating authorities for information re-
garding the legal operation of a PWC in
the intended jurisdiction of use. BRP
recommends a minimum operator age
of 16 years old.
Drugs and Alcohol
Never use your PWC with drugs or
alcohol. Like driving a car, driving a
watercraft requires the operator to be
sober, attentive and alert. Operating a
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watercraft while intoxicated or under
the influence of drugs is not only dan-
gerous, but it is also a Federal offense
carrying a significant penalty. These
laws are vigorously enforced. The use
of drugs and alcohol, singly or in com-
bination, decreases reaction time, im-
pedes judgment, impairs vision, and
inhibits your ability to safely operate a
watercraft.
WARNING
Alcohol consumption and boat-
ingdonotmix! Operatingwith
the use of drugs or alcohol endan-
gers the lives of your passengers,
other boaters, and yourself. Fed-
eral laws prohibit operating a wa-
tercraft with the use of drugs or
alcohol.
Water Sports (Towing with
the Watercraft)
WARNING
Avoid personal injury! Your PWC
is not designed for and should not
be used for pulling another craft,
parasails, kites, gliders, or any de-
vice which can become airborne.
Use your watercraft only for water
sports it was designed for.
Water skiing, wakeboarding, or riding
a towed inflatable apparatus are some
of the more popular water sports. Tak-
ing part in any water sport requires
increased safety awareness by the par-
ticipant and the watercraft operator. If
you have never towed someone be-
hind your PWC before, it is a good idea
to spend some hours as an observer,
working with and learning from an ex-
perienced operator. It is also important
to be aware of the skill and experience
of the person being towed.
Everyone participating in a water sport
should observe these guidelines:
– Riding with passenger(s) or pulling
a tube, skier or wakeboarder makes
the watercraft handle differently
and requires greater skill.
– Always respect the safety and com-
fort of your passenger(s) and person
being towed on skis, wakeboard or
other water products.
– Always carry an observer when
pulling a tube, skier or wakeboarder
to observe the person being towed
and inform the operator about the
participants' hand signals. The op-
erator must focus his attention on
operating the watercraft and the
waters ahead.
– Proceed with only as much speed as
required and follow the observers'
instructions.
– When pulling a tube, skier, or a wake
boarder, do not make tight sharp
turns or use the braking system
unless absolutely necessary. Re-
member that although this PWC
is manoeuvrable and has stopping
capabilities (models with iBR), the
person in tow may not be able to
avoid an obstacle, or the PWC with
which it is being towed.
– Allow only capable swimmers to
take part in any water sport.
– Always wear an approved personal
flotation device (PFD). Wearing
a properly designed PFD helps a
stunned or unconscious person stay
afloat.
– Be considerate to others you share
the water with.
– Both the operator and observer
should monitor the location of the
tow rope when participating in wa-
tersports. A slack tow rope can be-
come entangled with a person(s) or
objects on the PWC or in the wa-
ter, particularly when making a tight
turn or circling, and cause serious
personal injury.
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– Do not tow a person in any water
sport on a short tow rope such that
the person inhales exhaust fumes
in concentration. Inhalation of con-
centrated exhaust fumes, which
contain carbon monoxide, can re-
sult in CO poisoning, personal injury
and death.
– Use a tow rope of sufficient length
andsize,andmakesureitisade-
quately secured to your watercraft.
Always store tow rope when not in
use. While some watercraft are
equipped or can be fitted with a
specially designed towing mech-
anism, avoid installing a tow pole
on a PWC. It can become a hazard
should someone fall on it.
– Give immediate attention to a per-
son who has fallen. He or she is
vulnerable in the water alone and
may not be seen by other boaters.
– Approachapersoninthewaterfrom
the lee side (opposite the direction
of the wind). Turn off the motor be-
fore coming close to the person.
– Participate in water sports only
in safe areas. Stay away from
other boats, channels, beaches,
restricted areas, swimmers, and
heavily traveled waterways and un-
derwater obstructions.
– Turnofftheengineandsecurethe
watercraft in place before swim-
ming.
– Swim only in areas designated as
safe for swimming. These are usu-
ally marked with a swim area buoy.
Do not swim alone or at night.
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SWIM AREA BUOY
– Do not water ski between sunset
andsunrise. Itisillegalinmostar-
eas.
– Do not drive the watercraft directly
behind a water skier, tuber or wake-
boarder. At 40 km/h (25 MPH) per
hour, the watercraft will overtake a
person who falls in the water 60 m
(197 ft) in front of your watercraft in
about 5 seconds.
– Shut off the engine and remove the
tether cord from the engine cut-off
switch when anyone is in the water
nearby.
– Stay at least 45 m (148 ft) away
from areas marked by a diver down
float.
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Avoid personal injury! Do not allow
anyone near the propulsion system or
intake grate, even when the engine
is off. Items such as long hair, loose
clothing or personal flotation device
straps can become entangled in mov-
ing parts resulting in serious injury or
drowning. In shallow water, shells,
sand, pebbles or other objects could
be drawn up by the jet pump and be
thrown rearward.
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DIVER DOWN FLOAT
For more information on approved, le-
gal and safe practice of water sports,
please contact the local legal authority
on water sports safety for the area you
plan to practice in.
Hypothermia
Hypothermia, the loss of body heat
resulting in a subnormal body temper-
ature, is a significant cause of death in
boating accidents. After an individual
has succumbed to hypothermia, he or
she will lose consciousness and then
drown.
PFDs can increase survival time be-
cause of the insulation they provide.
Naturally, the warmer the water, the
less insulation one will require. When
operating in cold water (below 4°C
(40°F)) consideration should be given
to using a coat or jacket style PFD as
they cover more body area than the
vest style PFDs.
Some points to remember about hy-
pothermia protection:
– While afloat in the water, do not at-
tempt to swim unless it is to reach
a nearby watercraft, fellow sur-
vivor, or a floating object onto which
you can lean or climb. Unneces-
sary swimming increases the rate
of body heat loss. In cold water,
drown-proof methods that require
putting your head in the water are
not recommended. Keep your head
out of the water. This will greatly
lessen heat loss and increase your
survival time.
– Maintain a positive attitude about
your survival and rescue. This will
improve your chances of extending
your survival time until you can be
rescued. Your will to live does make
a difference!
– If there is more than one person
in the water, huddling together is
recommended. This action tends to
reduce the rate of heat loss and thus
increase the survival time.
– Always wear your PFD. It won't help
you fight off the effects of hypother-
mia if you don't have it on when you
go into the water.
Safe Boating Courses
Many countries recommend or require
a boating safety course. Check with
your local competent authorities.
Check local and federal boating laws
applicable to the waterways where
you intend to use your watercraft.
Learn the local navigation rules. Know
and understand the applicable naviga-
tion system (such as buoys and signs).
Carrying Loads
When carrying load on the rear plat-
form of the watercraft or onto cargo
accessories, reduce your speed and
adapt your driving behavior to reduce
the risk of ejection from watercraft or
contact with cargo possibly leading to
injuries.
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