Sea-doo GS 5626 Manual

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◆SAFETY WARNING
Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions contained in
this Operator’s Guide, the Safety Handbook and on Product Warning
Labels could cause injury, including the possibility of death.
This Operator’s Guide , the Safety Handbook and Videocassette should
remain with the watercraft at the time of resale.
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
BOMBARDIER INC.
VALCOURT, QC
CANADA J0E 2L0
The following trademarks are property of
Bombardier Inc.:
SEA-DOO®
Bombardier Lube®
Sea-Doo Jet Pump Synthetic Oil
Sea-Doo Synthetic Grease
Litho’d in Canada (SMO-9801 FY)
®*Trademarks of Bombardier Inc.
All rights reserved ©Bombardier Inc. 1997
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Doin'it on your new Sea-Doo Watercraft
Congratulations, you are now the proud owner of a Sea-Doo personal watercraft.
Whether you are an experienced boater or are new to the sport of boating, we
ask you to take the time to view the Videocassette provided with the watercraft,
to read this Operator’s Guide , the Safety Handbook and familiarize yourself with
the contents. These Guides contain pertinent information which, if followed, will
provide you with the necessary knowledge to help you fully enjoy the pleasures
of this craft.
We strongly recommend that any watercraft 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 watercraft and the importance of courte-
ous, responsible riding.
Each operator has a responsibility to ensure the passenger safety and the safety
of other water users. Please follow all safety instructions and drive with care.
We encourage you to have an Annual Safety Inspection of your watercraft.
Please contact your dealer for further details.
Finally, we urge you to visit your dealer regularly for regular and safety mainte-
nance as well as any watercraft accessories you may require.
Have fun and... Bon Voyage.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD ................................................................................ 4
✵ SAFETY WARNING .................................................................. 5
LIST OF DISTRIBUTORS ............................................................. 8
NORTH AMERICA................................................................................... 8
BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY:
1998 SEA-DOO® WATERCRAFT.................................................. 9
REGISTRATION NUMBER LOCATION.......................................... 11
LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS ................................... 12
WATERCRAFT IDENTIFICATION .................................................. 19
Hull Identification Number....................................................................... 19
Engine Identification Number.................................................................. 19
COMPONENT FUNCTIONS ......................................................... 21
FUEL AND LUBRICATION ........................................................... 37
Fueling Procedure.................................................................................... 37
Recommended Fuel ................................................................................ 37
Recommended Oil................................................................................... 37
Oil Injection System ................................................................................ 38
BREAK-IN PERIOD ...................................................................... 39
Engine...................................................................................................... 39
10-Hour Inspection .................................................................................. 39
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .......................................................... 41
Hull .......................................................................................................... 41
Jet Pump Water Intake............................................................................ 41
Bilge......................................................................................................... 42
Battery..................................................................................................... 42
Fuel and Oil Tanks ................................................................................... 42
Engine Compartment .............................................................................. 42
Fire Extinguisher...................................................................................... 42
Steering and Throttle Systems................................................................ 42
Reverse System (if applicable) ................................................................ 42
Variable Trim System (if applicable)......................................................... 42
Safety Lanyard and Engine Start/Stop Button ......................................... 43
Clothing ................................................................................................... 43
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................... 44
Principle of Operation.............................................................................. 44
Boarding from a Dock or in Shallow Water ............................................. 47
Starting the Engine.................................................................................. 48
Boarding in Deep Water .......................................................................... 49
Rough/Choppy Water Operation ............................................................. 50
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Crossing Waves ...................................................................................... 50
Stopping/Docking .................................................................................... 51
Beaching.................................................................................................. 51
Shutting Off the Engine........................................................................... 51
POST-OPERATION CARE............................................................. 52
General Care............................................................................................ 52
Additional Care for Foul Water or Salt Water .......................................... 52
Cooling System Flushing and Engine Internal Lubrication ...................... 52
Anticorrosion Treatment.......................................................................... 55
SPECIAL PROCEDURES.............................................................. 56
Engine Overheating................................................................................. 56
Jet Pump Water Intake and Impeller Cleaning........................................ 56
Capsized Watercraft ................................................................................ 57
Submerged Watercraft............................................................................ 58
Towing the Watercraft in Water.............................................................. 58
Low-charge Battery Condition................................................................. 59
MAINTENANCE .......................................................................... 60
Lubrication............................................................................................... 60
Periodic Inspection .................................................................................. 63
Periodic Inspection Chart ........................................................................ 64
Throttle and Choke Cable Inspection ...................................................... 65
Carburetor Adjustment............................................................................ 65
Fuel and Oil Filters................................................................................... 65
Steering Alignment.................................................................................. 65
VTS Adjustment ...................................................................................... 65
Vacuum Bailer Pick-Ups .......................................................................... 66
Water Tank Trap Drains........................................................................... 66
Fuses....................................................................................................... 67
General Inspection and Care ................................................................... 69
TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE
AND PRE-SEASON PREPARATION ............................................. 70
Transportation ......................................................................................... 70
Storage.................................................................................................... 70
Pre-Season Preparation........................................................................... 74
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................... 76
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................ 79
SI METRIC INFORMATION .......................................................... 89
OTHER PUBLICATIONS AVAILABLE............................................ 90
CHANGE OF ADDRESS............................................................... 93
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