Sea-doo 230 Challenger 2008 Manual

SAFETY WARNING
Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions contained in
this Operator's Guide, the SAFETY VIDEO and the on-product warning
labels could cause injury, including the possibility of death. The operator
has the responsibility to inform passenger(s) of safety precautions.
This Operator's Guide and SAFETY VIDEO should remain with the boat at
the time of resale.
The following trademarks are the property of Bombardier Recreational Prod-
ucts Inc. or its affiliates.
Sea-Doo®
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Challenger™
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©2007 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. All rights reserved.

DOIN'IT ON YOUR NEW SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT
Congratulations, you are now the proud owner of a Sea-Doo Sport Boat. Whether
you are an experienced boater or are new to the sport of boating, we ask you to
take the time to view the SAFETY VIDEO provided with the boat, to read this
Operator's Guide on-product warning/caution labels and familiarize yourself with
the contents. This guide contains pertinent information which, if followed, will
provide you with the necessary knowledge to help you fully enjoy the pleasures
of this boat.
We strongly recommend that any boat operator complete a safety boating
course. Check with your local Coast Guard or Power and Sail Squadron in your
area for course availability. More serious boaters may want to obtain CHAPMAN
PILOTING by Elbert S. Maloney, available at most book stores.
When introducing your family or friends to the sport, be sure they fully under-
stand the controls and operation of the boat and the importance of courteous,
responsible riding.
Each boat operator has a responsibility to ensure the safety of his/her passen-
ger(s) and of other water users. Please follow all safety instructions and operate
your boat with care.
We encourage you to have an Annual Safety Inspection of your boat. Please
contact your authorized Sea-Doo Sport Boat dealer for further details.
Finally, we invite you to visit your authorized Sea-Doo Sport Boat dealer for regular
safety maintenance as well as any boating accessories you may require.
Have fun and... Bon Voyage.
Please keep this guide on board. This guide should remain with the boat at
time of resale.
If you want to view and/or print an extra copy of your Operator's Guide, simply
visit the following website www.operatorsguide.brp.com. Alsonotethatthe
guide is available in several languages.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD .......................................................................... 7
SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL............................................................................ 10
TRAILERING......................................................................... 11
SAFE BOATING CHECKLIST...................................................... 12
SAFETY EQUIPMENT.............................................................. 15
CARBON MONOXIDE AND BOATING .......................................... 21
SAFETY LANYARD................................................................. 25
SAFE BOATING PRACTICES...................................................... 26
PASSENGER SAFETY.............................................................. 27
RULES OF THE ROAD ............................................................. 28
FUELING PROCEDURE ............................................................ 31
VOLUNTARY INSPECTIONS...................................................... 32
SAFE BOATING COURSES ....................................................... 33
WATER SPORTS.................................................................... 34
VEHICLE INFORMATION
REGISTRATION NUMBER LOCATION .......................................... 38
LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS...................................... 39
IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS ..................................................... 44
CONTROLS, COMPONENTS AND INSTRUMENTS .......................... 45
1) DESS Post (engine cut-out switch) ........................................ 51
2) Steering Wheel............................................................... 52
3) Throttle/Shifter Lever........................................................ 52
4) Start/Stop Switches ......................................................... 53
5) Bilge Air Blower Switch..................................................... 54
6) Bilge Pump Switch .......................................................... 54
7) Navigation Lights Switch.................................................... 55
8) Deck Lights/Switch.......................................................... 55
9) Horn Switch .................................................................. 55
10) Fuel Gauge.................................................................. 56
11) Tachometers ................................................................ 56
12) Speedometer ............................................................... 56
13) Monitoring Gauges......................................................... 57
14) Bilge Drain Plug............................................................. 58
15) Grab Handles ............................................................... 58
16) Rear Grab Handles ......................................................... 58
17) Ladder ....................................................................... 58
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18) Swim Platform.............................................................. 59
19) Passenger Seats............................................................ 59
20) Bow Seats................................................................... 61
21) Driver/Passenger Seat ..................................................... 62
22) Sun Deck.................................................................... 63
23) Cup Holders................................................................. 63
24) Glove Box/Storage Compartment ........................................ 64
25) AM/FM Radio/CD Player................................................... 64
26) 12-Volt Accessory Jacks ................................................... 65
27) Bow Storage Compartment............................................... 65
28) Deck Storage Compartment .............................................. 66
29) Rear Storage Compartment (engine cover). ............................. 66
30) Jet Pump Water Intakes................................................... 67
31) Bow Lights Socket ......................................................... 67
32) Stern Light Socket.......................................................... 68
33) Mooring Cleats ............................................................. 69
34) Deck ......................................................................... 69
35) Fuel Tank Cap............................................................... 69
36) Deck Drain .................................................................. 70
37) Flushing Connectors ....................................................... 70
38) Ventilation Ducts ........................................................... 70
39) Bow/Stern Eyelets ......................................................... 70
40) Jet Pump Nozzles .......................................................... 70
41) Reverse Gates.............................................................. 71
42) Scupper Valve............................................................... 71
43) Fuel Tank Vent .............................................................. 71
44) Water Sport Towing Attachments........................................ 71
45) Ballast System/Switch..................................................... 72
46) Main Battery Cut-Off Switch.............................................. 75
47) Fuses ........................................................................ 76
48) Bimini Top (not shown) .................................................... 76
49) Storage Nets................................................................ 78
50) Cockpit Table................................................................ 78
51) Windshield/Switch ......................................................... 79
52) Walk-Thru Door/Windshield ............................................... 79
53) Depth Finder ................................................................ 80
54) AM/FM Radio/CD Player Remote Control ............................... 80
55) Speaker System/P.A........................................................ 80
56) Wakeboard Storage Rack. ................................................. 81
57) Heating System/Switch.................................................... 81
LIQUIDS.............................................................................. 83
Recommended Fuel ............................................................ 83
Recommended Engine Oil . .................................................... 83
Engine Oil Level................................................................. 84
Engine Coolant.................................................................. 85
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