BRP ROTAX ACE 130 Manual

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SSAAFFEETTYY IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
SSPPEECCIIAALL SSAAFFEETTYY MMEESSSSAAGGEESS................................................................................................................................................1100
Safe Boating Practices..................................................................................14
Fueling ........................................................................................................16
Use In European European Union..................................................................17
Important On Product Labels.........................................................................17
Engine Identification Number.........................................................................18
BBRREEAAKK--IINN AANNDD SSPPEECCIIAALL PPRROOCCEEDDUURREESS
BBRREEAAKK--IINN ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................2200
OPERATION................................................................................................20
ENGINE SPEED LIMITATION — 130, 170, 230 and 300 ENGINE MODELS ....20
Cleaning ......................................................................................................20
In Water Towing— Hose Pincher Installation Locations ...................................22
SSPPEECCIIAALL PPRROOCCEEDDUURREESS ..................................................................................................................................................................2233
iNR System Overview ...................................................................................23
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PPRREE--RRIIDDEE CCHHEECCKKLLIISSTT ........................................................................................................................................................................2288
PPOOSSTT OOPPEERRAATTIIOONN CCAARREE................................................................................................................................................................3300
Exhaust System Flushing..............................................................................30
Anti-Corrosion Treatment ..............................................................................30
Additional Care For Foul Water or Salt Water Use...........................................30
EEXXHHAAUUSSTT SSYYSSTTEEMM FFLLUUSSHHIINNGG ..............................................................................................................................................3311
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GGEENNEERRAALL ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................3377
Recommended Engine Oil For ROTAX ACE 130, 170, 230, 300 Engines .........37
Engine Oil Level ...........................................................................................37
Engine Coolant.............................................................................................39
Recommended Engine Coolant .....................................................................39
Anodes........................................................................................................39
Hull Finish....................................................................................................40
Storage........................................................................................................41
FLUSHING-AIR............................................................................................41
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General .......................................................................................................54
Pilot Lamps and Message Display Information (Typical) ..................................54

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CCOORRRROOSSIIOONN WWAARRRRAANNTTYY SSTTAATTEEMMEENNTT..................................................................................................................7755
Warranty Information ....................................................................................75
Consumer Assistance...................................................................................77
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Congratulations on your purchase of a
new Power Pack by BRP. It is backed by
the BRP limited warranty and a network
of authorized
Rotax Jet Propulsion deal-
ers ready to provide the parts, service or
accessories you may require.
Your dealer is committed to your satis-
faction. If you need more complete serv-
icing information, please ask your dealer.
KKnnooww BBeeffoorree YYoouu GGoo
To learn how to reduce the risk of acci-
dent, read the following sections of this
Manual before you operate the boat:
SAFETY INFORMATION
POWER PACK INFORMATION
Also, read all safety labels on your boat.
We highly recommend that you take a
safe boating course. Please check your
dealer or local authorities for availability
in your area.
In certain areas, an operator competency
card is mandatory to operate a pleasure
craft.
Failure to follow the warnings contained
in this Operator’s Manual can result in
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.
SSaaffeettyy MMeessssaaggeess
The types of safety messages, what they
look like and how they are used in this
Manual are explained as follows:
DDAANNGGEERR
IInnddiiccaatteess aa hhaazzaarrddoouuss ssiittuuaattiioonn
wwhhiicchh,, iiff nnoott aavvooiiddeedd,, wwiillll rreessuulltt iinn
ddeeaatthh oorr sseerriioouuss iinnjjuurryy..
WWAARRNNIINNGG
IIddeennttiiffiieess aann iinnssttrruuccttiioonn wwhhiicchh,, iiff nnoott
ffoolllloowweedd,, mmaayy ccaauussee sseerriioouuss iinnjjuurryy
iinncclluuddiinngg tthhee ppoossssiibbiilliittyy ooff ddeeaatthh..
CCAAUUTTIIOONN
IIddeennttiiffiieess aann iinnssttrruuccttiioonn wwhhiicchh,, iiff nnoott
ffoolllloowweedd,, mmaayy ccaauussee mmiinnoorr oorr mmoodd--
eerraattee iinnjjuurryy..
NNOOTTIICCEE
DDeennootteess aann iinnssttrruuccttiioonn wwhhiicchh,, iiff nnoott
ffoolllloowweedd,, mmaayy sseevveerreellyy ddaammaaggee tthhee
eennggiinnee oorr ootthheerr ccoommppoonneennttss..
IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT: Indicates supplemen-
tary information which may be needed to
fully complete or understand an
instruction.
EENNVVIIRROONNMMEENNTTAALL NNOOTTEE
Environment note gives you tips and
behaviors to environmental protection.
AAbboouutt TThhiiss OOppeerraattoorr’’ss GGuuiiddee
This Operators Manual has been pre-
pared to acquaint the owner and the op-
erator of a new boat with the various
controls, maintenance and safe operat-
ing instructions. It is indispensable for
the proper use of the product. Keep this
Operators Manual in the boat as you can
refer to it for things such as mainte-
nance, troubleshooting and instructing
others.

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Note that this Manual is available in sev-
eral languages. In the event of any dis-
crepancy, the English version shall
prevail. If you want to view and/or print
an extra copy of your Operator’s Manual,
simply visit the following web-site at:
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The information contained in this docu-
ment are correct at the time of publica-
tion. BRP, however, maintains a policy of
continuous improvement of its products
without imposing upon itself any obliga-
tion to install them on products previ-
ously manufactured. Due to late
changes, some differences between the
manufactured product and the descrip-
tions and/or specifications in this Manual
may occur. BRP reserves the right at any
time to discontinue or change specifica-
tions, designs, features, models or
equipment without incurring any obliga-
tion upon itself.
This Operators Manual should remain
with the boat when it’s sold.
RReemmiinnddeerrss RReeggaarrddiinngg
OOppeerraattiioonn
WWAARRNNIINNGG
AAvvooiidd ppeerrssoonnaall iinnjjuurryy!! DDoo nnoott aallllooww
aannyyoonnee nneeaarr tthhee jjeett ppuummpp oorr iinnttaakkee
ggrraattee,, eevveenn wwhheenn tthhee eennggiinnee iiss ooffff..
IItteemmss ssuucchh aass lloonngg hhaaiirr,, lloooossee ccllootthh--
iinngg oorr ppeerrssoonnaall fflloottaattiioonn ddeevviiccee
ssttrraappss ccaann bbeeccoommee eennttaanngglleedd iinn
mmoovviinngg ppaarrttss rreessuullttiinngg iinn sseerriioouuss iinn--
jjuurryy oorr ddrroowwnniinngg.. IInn sshhaallllooww wwaatteerr,,
sshheellllss,, ssaanndd,, ppeebbbblleess oorr ootthheerr oobb--
jjeeccttss ccoouulldd bbee ddrraawwnn uupp bbyy tthhee jjeett
ppuummpp aanndd bbee tthhrroowwnn rreeaarrwwaarrdd..
Engine exhaust contains carbon monox-
ide (CO), which can cause injury or
death if inhaled in sufficient quantities.
Educate all occupants about the risks
and symptoms of CO accumulation and
CO poisoning. For more information,
refer to CARBON MONOXIDE AND
BOATING section.
Gasoline vapors can explode, resulting
in injury or death. Always use blower for
a minimum of 5 minutes before starting
engine, then turn it OFF above idle
speed. Use of the bilge blower should
never replace “smelling” for gasoline va-
por odors.
If at any time, gasoline leaks/odors are
found, do not start the engine. Have the
boat serviced by an authorized
Rotax®
Jet Propulsion marine engine dealer.
Always keep in mind that as the throttle
lever is returned to the idle position, less
directional control is available. To turn
the boat, both steering and throttle are
necessary.
This boat has no brake. Stopping dis-
tance will vary depending on initial
speed, load, wind, and water conditions.
Practice stopping and docking in a safe,
traffic-free area to have an idea of how
long it will take to stop the boat under
varying conditions. Do not release the
throttle when trying to steer away from
objects. You need throttle to steer. Do
not use the boat's reverse to stop.
Do not start or operate the boat if any
person is not properly seated in a seat in-
tended for use when underway (refer to
boat labels) or if a person is nearby in
the water.
The boat's jet thrust can cause injury. Al-
ways accelerate slowly, and decelerate
in a controlled fashion.
Observe the instructions on all safety la-
bels. They are there to help assure that
you have a safe and enjoyable outing.
Riding with passenger(s) or pulling other
boats, tubes, a skier or a wake boarder
makes the boat handle differently and re-
quires greater skills.
In shallow water, proceed with caution
and at very low speeds. Grounding or
FOREWORD

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abrupt stops may result in injury to you,
your passengers or others. The jet pump
may pick up debris and throw it rearward
causing a risk of injuring people or dam-
aging the jet pump or other property.
Combustion engines need air to operate;
consequently this boat can not be totally
water-tight. Any maneuvers such as fig-
ure eights that cause the upper deck to
be under water may cause severe en-
gine problems due to water ingestion.
Refer to the SSPPEECCIIAALL PPRROOCCEEDDUURREESS
and WWAARRRRAANNTTYY sections contained in
this Operators Manual.
Respect no wake zones, the rights of
other water users and the environment.
As the “skipper” and owner of a boat,
you are responsible for damage to other
boats caused by the wake of your boat.
Do not let anyone throw refuse
overboard.
Between sunset and sunrise, use the
boat's navigation lights and reduce
speed. Do not operate the boat in re-
duced visibility.
Do not add accessories or equipment
that may adversely affect visibility or alter
control of the boat.
The skipper should personally take the
helm during storms.
FOREWORD

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FOREWORD

Safety Information 9
SSAAFFEETTYY IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN

10 Safety Information
SSPPEECCIIAALL SSAAFFEETTYY MMEESSSSAAGGEESS
CCAARRBBOONN MMOONNOOXXIIDDEE AANNDD BBOOAATTIINNGG
Burning a material containing carbon produces carbon monoxide (CO), an odorless
and colorless gas. Because CO has a similar density as air, it can spread
throughout an enclosed space unnoticed because you cannot see it or smell it. Any
device used to burn carbon-based materials on a boat can be a source of CO.
Common sources of CO include internal combustion engines.
CO reacts with the blood to reduce the ability of the blood to carry oxygen. The
reduced oxygen supply to body tissues results in death of the tissue. Prolonged
exposure can cause brain damage or death. In high concentrations, CO can be fatal
within minutes. The effects of CO in lower concentrations are cumulative and can be
just as lethal over long periods of time.
Symptoms of CO poisoning include: Itchy and watering eyes, flushed appearance,
throbbing temples, inability to think coherently, ringing in the ears, tightness across
the chest, head-aches, drowsiness, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, vomiting, collapse,
and convulsions. If any of these symptoms are evident, begin treatment
immediately. Prompt action can make the difference between life and death.
Evacuate the area and move the victim to fresh air.
Administer oxygen if available and get medical help.
Open all canvas enclosures to ventilate the area.
Investigate the source of CO and take immediate corrective action.
Be especially aware of other CO sources which may be near boat.

Safety Information 11
CCAARRBBOONN MMOONNOOXXIIDDEE AACCCCUUMMUULLAATTIIOONN
Following are examples of possible situations where CO may accumulate within
your boat while docked, anchored, or underway. Become familiar with these
examples and their precautions to prevent personal injury or death.
WWAARRNNIINNGG
EExxhhaauusstt ffuummeess!! GGeenneerraattoorr oorr hhuullll eexxhhaauusstt ffrroomm ootthheerr vveesssseellss wwhhiillee eeiitthheerr
ddoocckkeedd oorr aanncchhoorreedd ccaann eemmiitt ppooiissoonnoouuss CCOO ggaass aanndd ccaauussee eexxcceessssiivvee aaccccuu--
mmuullaattiioonn wwiitthhiinn ccaabbiinn aanndd ccoocckkppiitt aarreeaass.. BBee aalleerrtt ffoorr ggeenneerraattoorr eexxhhaauusstt ffrroomm
yyoouurr vveesssseell oorr ootthheerr vveesssseellss aalloonnggssiiddee.. EExxhhaauusstt oouuttlleettss nneeaarr aa ppiieerr,, ddoocckk,,
sseeaawwaallll oorr oouuttlleettss bblloocckkeedd bbyy aannyy ootthheerr mmeeaannss ccaann ccaauussee eexxcceessssiivvee aaccccuu--
mmuullaattiioonn ooff ppooiissoonnoouuss CCOO ggaass wwiitthhiinn ccoocckkppiitt aarreeaa..
WWAARRNNIINNGG
EEnnggiinnee eexxhhaauusstt ffuummeess ccoonnttaaiinn ccaarrbboonn mmoonnooxxiiddee ((CCOO)) wwhhiicchh ccaann aaccccuummuullaattee
iinn aanndd aarroouunndd tthhee bbooaatt ((uunnddeerr bbiimmiinnii ttoopp,, iinn ccoocckkppiitt,, eettcc..)).. CCOO ccaann bbee hhaarrmmffuull
oorr ffaattaall iiff iinnhhaalleedd.. AAssssuurree tthheerree iiss aaddeeqquuaattee vveennttiillaattiioonn wwhheenneevveerr rruunnnniinngg eenn--
ggiinnee((ss))..
Boat houses, seawalls, and other boats in close proximity or confined areas can
contribute to increased CO levels. Operators must be aware that operation,
mooring, and anchoring in an area with other boats puts them in jeopardy of CO
accumulation from other sources. Likewise, a boat operator must be aware of how
exhaust from his boat will affect others. Operation of the engines while moored may
cause CO accumulation in your boat and those around you.
SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

12 Safety Information
CCAARRBBOONN MMOONNOOXXIIDDEE AACCCCUUMMUULLAATTIIOONN
Be sure to provide adequate ventilation. If the windshield has vents, open them
before getting underway to increase positive air flow and decrease the chances of
CO accumulation.
WWAARRNNIINNGG
BBaacckkddrraaffttiinngg!! UUnnddeerr cceerrttaaiinn ccoonnddiittiioonnss,, mmoovviinngg aaiirr ccuurrrreennttss ccaann ddiirreecctt ppooii--
ssoonnoouuss CCOO ffuummeess iinnttoo bbooaatt.. TThheessee ffuummeess ccaann aaccccuummuullaattee ttoo ddaannggeerroouuss lleevv--
eellss wwiitthhoouutt pprrooppeerr aaiirr--ffllooww.. PPrroovviiddee aaddeeqquuaattee vveennttiillaattiioonn,, rreeddiissttrriibbuuttee tthhee
llooaadd oorr bbrriinngg bbooaatt oouutt ooff hhiigghh bbooww aannggllee..
While underway, CO concentrations can increase by backdrafting or “the station
wagon effect”. Backdrafting is caused by factors such as relative wind direction,
speed, or the bow being too high. To prevent this, open canvas whenever possible
to provide positive airflow through the hull.
SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

Safety Information 13
CCAARRBBOONN MMOONNOOXXIIDDEE AACCCCUUMMUULLAATTIIOONN
Even with the best boat design and construction, CO may still accumulate in
enclosed or confined areas under certain conditions. Continually observe
passengers for symptoms of CO poisoning.
CCOO DDEETTEECCTTOORR
It is strongly recommended that you have CO detectors installed in boats with
canvas enclosures. Monitors are available from your dealer. Monitors should be
professionally installed and calibrated.
A CO detector is not a gas fuel vapor detector. Gas fuel vapor detectors do not
monitor the buildup of CO in an enclosed area.
DO NOT Operate your Boat Without Performing the Following Checklist:
OOPPEERRAATTIIOONN SSIIGGNN
Make sure you and your passengers
know where exhaust outlets are located
on the vessel.
Educate all passengers about the
symptoms of CO poisoning and where
CO may accumulate.
When docked or rafting with another
boat, be aware of exhaust emissions
from the other boat.
SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

14 Safety Information
OOPPEERRAATTIIOONN SSIIGGNN
Listen for any change in exhaust sound,
which could indicate an exhaust
component failure.
Test the operation of each CO alarm by
pressing the test button (if applicable).
SSaaffee BBooaattiinngg PPrraaccttiicceess
YOU are responsible for your own
safety, the safety of your passengers,
and the safety of fellow boaters.
DDRRUUGGSS AANNDD AALLCCOOHHOOLL
Do not use drugs or drink alcohol while
operating a boat. Like driving a car, driv-
ing a boat requires sober, attentive care.
Operating a boat while intoxicated or
under the influence of drugs is not only
dangerous, but it is also a Federal of-
fense carrying a significant penalty.
These laws are vigorously enforced. The
use of drugs and alcohol, singly or in
combination, decreases reaction time,
impedes judgment, impairs vision, and
inhibits your ability to safely operate a
boat.
WWAARRNNIINNGG
AAllccoohhooll ccoonnssuummppttiioonn aanndd bbooaattiinngg
aarree aa ddeeaaddllyy ccoommbbiinnaattiioonn!! OOppeerraattiinngg
uunnddeerr tthhee iinnfflluueennccee eennddaannggeerrss tthhee
lliivveess ooff yyoouurr ppaasssseennggeerrss aanndd ootthheerr
bbooaatteerrss.. FFeeddeerraall llaawwss pprroohhiibbiitt ooppeerr--
aattiinngg aa bbooaatt uunnddeerr tthhee iinnfflluueennccee ooff
aallccoohhooll oorr ddrruuggss..
SSAAFFEE OOPPEERRAATTIIOONN
For safety reasons and proper care, al-
ways perform daily PRE-RIDE INSPEC-
TION as specified in your Operators
Manual before operating your boat. Safe
operation means that you do not misuse
your boat nor do you allow your passen-
gers to do so. Safe operation means us-
ing good judgment at all times. It
includes, without limitation, the following
actions:
Load the boat within the limits listed on
the capacity plate. Balance loads bow to
stern and port to starboard.
Maintain boat speed at or below the local
legal limit. Avoid excessive speed or
speeds not appropriate for operating
conditions.
Do not use the boat in weather or water-
way conditions beyond the skill or experi-
ence of the operator or the capability of
the boat and comfort of passengers.
Be sure at least one other passenger is
familiar with the operation and safety as-
pects of the boat in case of an
emergency.
Make sure that passengers and gear do
not obstruct the operator's view or ability
to move.
Do not exceed the maximum engine
power rating stated on the certification
plate attached to the boat.
Observe all safety signs and warnings
both inside the boat and in the immediate
boating area.
While your boat has the capacity of oper-
ating at high speeds, it is strongly recom-
mended that high speed operation only
be applied when ideal conditions exist
and are permitted. Higher speed opera-
tion requires a higher degree of skill and
increases the risk of severe injuries.
In shallow water, proceed with caution
and at very low speed. Grounding or
SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

Safety Information 15
abrupt stops may result in injury. Debris
may also be picked up and be thrown
rearward by the jet pump onto people or
property.
Do not use the boat's reverse, to stop.
You or your passenger (s) could be vio-
lently ejected forward or even off the
boat onto the hazard.
MMAANNEEUUVVEERRAABBIILLIITTYY OOFF TTHHEE
BBOOAATT AANNDD TTOOWWIINNGG
Always keep in mind that as the throttle
lever is returned to idle position, less di-
rectional control is available, and when
the engine is OFF, directional control is
lost. You need throttle to steer.
Do not overload the boat or take on more
passengers than designated for the par-
ticular boat. Overloading can affect ma-
neuverability, stability and performance.
Avoid adding on accessories or equip-
ment which may alter your control of the
boat.
Riding with a passenger (s) or pulling a
tube, skier or wakeboarder makes the
boat handle differently and requires
greater skill.
Always respect the safety and comfort of
your passenger (s) and person being
towed on skis, wakeboard or other
towables.
Always carry an observer when pulling a
tube, skier or wakeboarder, proceed with
only as much speed as required and fol-
low the observer's instructions. Unless
absolutely necessary, do not make tight,
sharp turns. Keep a safe distance from
the docks, other swimmers, craft or
objects.
Use a tow rope of sufficient length and
size and make sure it is adequately se-
cured to your boat. Some boats are
equipped or can be fitted with a specially
designed towing mechanism. It can be-
come a hazard should someone fall on it.
PPAASSSSEENNGGEERR SSAAFFEETTYY
Before getting underway, show all pas-
sengers where emergency and safety
equipment is stowed, and explain how to
use it. Everyone aboard should wear
rubber-soled shoes which resist slipping
on wet surfaces. While underway, pas-
sengers should remain seated inside the
deck rails. Don't allow passengers to
drag their feet or hands in the water. Al-
ways use hand holds and other safety
hardware to prevent falls. All non--
swimmers, poor swimmers, and children
should wear a PFD at all times. Federal
regulations require that children under
13 years of age wear a PFD when the
boat is underway unless they are in an
enclosed cabin or below deck.
Do not start or operate the boat if anyone
is seated on the sun deck or swim plat-
form, or is nearby in the water. Water
and/or debris exiting jet thrust nozzle can
cause severe injury.
The operator and passenger (s) should
be properly seated before starting or
moving the boat. All passenger(s) should
be instructed to use the hand holds or
seat straps provided.
When accelerating a boat with a passen-
ger(s), whether from a complete stop or
while underway, always do so progres-
sively. Fast acceleration may cause your
passenger(s) to lose their balance or grip
and strike something in the boat or fall
out of the boat. Make sure that your pas-
senger(s) know of, or anticipate, any rap-
id acceleration.
FFIIRRSSTT AAIIDD
As a boat operator, you should be famili-
ar with basic first aid procedures that
may be needed while you are far from
help. Fish hook accidents or minor cuts
and abrasions may be the most serious
mishaps on board a boat, but you should
also learn the proper procedures and be
ready to deal with the truly serious prob-
lems like excessive bleeding,
SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

16 Safety Information
hypothermia, and burns. First aid litera-
ture and courses are available through
most Red Cross chapters.
OOPPEERRAATTIIOONN BBYY MMIINNOORRSS
Minors should always be supervised by
an adult whenever operating a boat.
Many countries have laws regarding the
minimum age and licensing require-
ments of minors. Be sure to contact the
state boating authorities for information.
BRP recommends a minimum operator
age of 16 years.
FFuueelliinngg
RREECCOOMMMMEENNDDEEDD FFUUEELL
NNOOTTIICCEE
AAllwwaayyss uussee ffrreesshh ggaassoolliinnee.. GGaassoolliinnee
wwiillll ooxxiiddiizzee;; tthhee rreessuulltt iiss lloossss ooff oocc--
ttaannee,, vvoollaattiillee ccoommppoouunnddss,, aanndd tthhee
pprroodduuccttiioonn ooff gguumm aanndd vvaarrnniisshh ddee--
ppoossiittss wwhhiicchh ccaann ddaammaaggee tthhee ffuueell
ssyysstteemm..
Alcohol fuel blending varies by country
and region. Your engine has been de-
signed to operate using the recom-
mended fuels, however, be aware of the
following:
– Use of fuel containing alcohol above
10% is not recommended and can re-
sult in the following problems in the
fuel system components:
– Starting and operating difficulties
– Deterioration of rubber or plastic
parts
– Damage to internal engine parts
– Inspect frequently for the presence of
fuel leaks or other fuel system abnor-
malities if you suspect the presence
of alcohol in gasoline exceeds the
current government regulations.
– Alcohol blended fuels attract and hold
moisture which may lead to fuel
phase separation and can result in
engine performance problems or en-
gine damage.
Use premium unleaded gasoline with an
AKI (RON + MON)/2 rating of 91 or an
RON octane rating of 95.
NNOOTTIICCEE
NNeevveerr eexxppeerriimmeenntt wwiitthh ootthheerr ffuueellss..
TThhee uussee ooff iinnaaddeeqquuaattee ffuueell ccaann rree--
ssuulltt iinn bbooaatt ppeerrffoorrmmaannccee ddeetteerriioorraa--
ttiioonn aanndd ddaammaaggee ttoo ccrriittiiccaall ppaarrttss iinn
tthhee ffuueell ssyysstteemm aanndd eennggiinnee
ccoommppoonneennttss..
NNOOTTIICCEE
DDoo NNOOTT uussee ffuueell ffrroomm ffuueell ppuummppss llaa--
bbeelleedd EE8855..
Use of fuel labeled E15 is prohibited by
U.S. EPA.
NNOOTTIICCEE
DDoo NNOOTT uussee ffuueell ffrroomm ffuueell ppuummppss llaa--
bbeelleedd EE1155
MMIINNIIMMUUMM OOCCTTAANNEE RRAATTIINNGG
AKI
(RON+
MON/2)
87 91
130 X
130 (ECT) X
170 X
170 (ECT) X
230 X
230 (ECT) X
300 X X1
MMIINNIIMMUUMM OOCCTTAANNEE RRAATTIINNGG
RON 92 95
130 X
SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

Safety Information 17
MMIINNIIMMUUMM OOCCTTAANNEE RRAATTIINNGG
130 (ECT) X
170 X
170 (ECT) X
230 X
230 (ECT) X
300 X X1
1For optimum engine performance
FFUUEELLIINNGG PPRROOCCEEDDUURREE
WWAARRNNIINNGG
FFuueell iiss ffllaammmmaabbllee aanndd eexxpplloossiivvee
uunnddeerr cceerrttaaiinn ccoonnddiittiioonnss.. DDoo nnoott
ssmmookkee oorr aallllooww ooppeenn ffllaammeess oorr
ssppaarrkkss iinn tthhee vviicciinniittyy..
Be very careful when fueling and adhere
to the fueling procedures described be-
low in this Operators Manual and those
given to you by the marina.
Know the capacity of the fuel tank. Avoid
fueling at night except under well-lighted
conditions. Gas spills are not noticeable
in the dark. Do not carry spare fuel or
flammable liquids in any of the storage or
engine compartments.
WWAARRNNIINNGG
FFoollllooww tthheessee ssaaffee bbooaattiinngg ffuueelliinngg iinn--
ssttrruuccttiioonnss eexxpplliicciittllyy..
UUssee IInn EEuurrooppeeaann EEuurrooppeeaann
UUnniioonn
(2014/94/EU — on the deployment of al-
ternative fuels infrastructure)
A European Standard provides harmon-
ized labeling across Europe and this ef-
fectively assists consumers in identifying
the compatibility of the fuel supplied at a
refuleing point with an engine.
In the European Union, this Rotax en-
gine is compatible with the following pet-
rol-type fuel;
IImmppoorrttaanntt OOnn PPrroodduucctt LLaabbeellss
The following labels are on your engine.
If missing or damaged, they can be re-
placed free of charge. See an authorized
dealer. Please read the following labels
carefully before operating your boat.
LLAABBEELLSS
LLAABBEELL--IISSOO 1133559922
TTYYPPIICCAALL--MMOODDEELL//SSEERRIIAALL
SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

18 Safety Information
TTYYPPIICCAALL ((WWHHEENN AAPPPPLLIICCAABBLLEE))--EEMMIISSSSIIOONNSS
CCOONNTTRROOLL IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
EEnnggiinnee IIddeennttiiffiiccaattiioonn NNuummbbeerr
130, 170, 230, 300HP Versions
The Engine Identification Number is lo-
cated on the front of the engine as well
as on the ECM bracket.
1
TTYYPPIICCAALL FFRROONNTT OOFF EENNGGIINNEETTYYPPIICCAALL
FFRROONNTT OOFF EENNGGIINNEE 11663300,, AALLLL MMOODDEELLSS..
1. Engine identification number
1
TTYYPPIICCAALL EECCMM BBRRAACCKKEETT113300,, 117700,, 223300,, 330000
MMOODDEELLSS
1. Engine identification number
1
2
TTYYPPIICCAALL TTOOPP OOFF EENNGGIINNEE ((BBEEAAUUTTYY CCOOVVEERR
IINNSSTTAALLLLEEDD))
1. Emissions control information
2. Ultra low emission decal
SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

19
BBRREEAAKK--IINN AANNDD SSPPEECCIIAALL
PPRROOCCEEDDUURREESS

20
BBRREEAAKK--IINN
OOPPEERRAATTIIOONN
NNOOTTIICCEE
CCaarreeffuullllyy ffoollllooww tthhee iinnssttrruuccttiioonnss iinn
tthhiiss sseeccttiioonn.. FFaaiilluurree ttoo ddoo ssoo mmaayy rree--
dduuccee tthhee lliiffee aanndd//oorr ppeerrffoorrmmaannccee ooff
tthhee eennggiinneess..
A break-in period of 3 hours is required
before continuous operation at full
throttle.
To achieve a good break-in, a maximum
of 3/4 throttle should be observed, how-
ever, brief acceleration and speed varia-
tions contribute to a good break-in.
NNOOTTIICCEE
CCoonnttiinnuueedd wwiiddee ooppeenn tthhrroottttllee rruunnss
aanndd pprroolloonnggeedd ccrruuiissiinngg wwiitthhoouutt
ssppeeeedd vvaarriiaattiioonnss sshhoouulldd bbee aavvooiiddeedd..
TThhiiss ccaann ccaauussee eennggiinnee ddaammaaggee dduurr--
iinngg tthhee bbrreeaakk--iinn ppeerriioodd..
EENNGGIINNEE SSPPEEEEDD LLIIMMIITTAATTIIOONN
—— 113300,, 117700,, 223300 aanndd 330000
EENNGGIINNEE MMOODDEELLSS
IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT: During the first three
(3) hours of operation engine speed is
limited by a break-in strategy pro-
grammed into the ECM.
Depending on the engine model and
boat combination, maximum engine
speed could be reduced to 7000 RPM or
less.
Over the initial three hours of operation,
the engine speed limitation is progres-
sively reduced.
At the conclusion of the three hour run
time, maximum engine speed is
available.
CClleeaanniinngg
Water is drawn up by the impeller
through these openings. The grate mini-
mizes entry of foreign objects into the
propulsion system.
1. Intake grate
WWAARRNNIINNGG
KKeeeepp aawwaayy ffrroomm iinnttaakkee ggrraatteess wwhhiillee
eennggiinneess aarree rruunnnniinngg.. IItteemmss ssuucchh aass
lloonngg hhaaiirr,, lloooossee ccllootthhiinngg oorr ppeerrssoonnaall
fflloottaattiioonn ddeevviiccee ssttrraappss ccaann bbeeccoommee
eennttaanngglleedd iinn mmoovviinngg ppaarrttss rreessuullttiinngg
iinn sseevveerree iinnjjuurryy oorr ddrroowwnniinngg..
Weeds, shells or debris can get caught
on the intake grates, drive shafts and/or
impellers. A clogged water intake may
cause troubles such as:
1. CCaavviittaattiioonn:: Engine speed is high but
boat moves slowly due to reduced jet
thrust. Jet pump components may be
damaged.
2. OOvveerrhheeaattiinngg:: Since the jet pump op-
eration controls the flow of water to
cool the exhaust system, a clogged
intake will cause the engine to over-
heat and damage internal engine
components.
NNOOTTIICCEE
AAvvooiidd ooppeerraattiioonn iinn wweeeeddeedd aarreeaass.. IIff
uunnaavvooiiddaabbllee,, vvaarryy ssppeeeedd.. WWeeeeddss
tteenndd ttoo eennttaannggllee mmoorree aatt sstteeaaddyy aanndd
ssllooww ssppeeeeddss.. IInnssppeecctt wwaatteerr iinnttaakkee
ggrraatteess ffoorr ddaammaaggee.. RReeffeerr ttoo aann aauu--
tthhoorriizzeedd RRoottaaxx JJeett PPrrooppuullssiioonn ddeeaalleerr
ffoorr rreeppaaiirr aass nneecceessssaarryy..
BBRREEAAKK--IINN AANNDD SSPPEECCIIAALL PPRROOCCEEDDUURREESS