Sea-doo GTX RFI 5666 Manual

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SEA-DOO GTX RFI (5666/5843)
OPERATOR’S GUIDE SUPPLEMENT
This Operator’s Guide Supplement contains information specifically applicable to
the GTX RFI (5666/5843) model.
This supplement must be used in conjunction with the
1998 Sea-Doo Operator’s
Guide
(P/N 219 000 076), which contains all the general information. When a
specific model is discussed, refer to the information regarding the GTX Limited,
except for the following subjects covered in this supplement.
Litho’d in Canada (SMO-9803 FY)
®*Trademarks of Bombardier Inc.
All rights reserved ©Bombardier Inc. 1998
◆SAFETY WARNING
Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions contained in
this
Operator’s Guide Supplement,
the
Operator’s Guide
, the
Safety
Handbook
and on
Product Warning Labels
could cause injury, including
the possibility of death.
This
Operator’s Guide Supplement
, the
Operator’s Guide
, the
Safety
Handbook
and
Videocassette
should remain with the watercraft at the
time of resale.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS.................................... 1
WATERCRAFT IDENTIFICATION .................................................. 3
COMPONENT FUNCTIONS ......................................................... 3
FUEL AND LUBRICATION ........................................................... 5
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................... 5
POST-OPERATION CARE............................................................. 6
SPECIAL PROCEDURES.............................................................. 7
MAINTENANCE .......................................................................... 9
STORAGE ................................................................................... 11
10-HOUR INSPECTION CHECK LIST ........................................... 14
PERIODIC INSPECTION CHART .................................................. 15
PRE-SEASON PREPARATION CHART.......................................... 16
TROUBLESHOOTING................................................................... 17
SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................ 20
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LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS
Please read the following labels carefully before operating this watercraft.
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WARNING
Read all warning label, Operator Guide & safety documents before operating.
Severe injury or death can result from ignoring such information or improper use of the watercraft.
Properly attach safety tether to your PFD.
Keep a safe distance from other water users. Observe boating regulations.
This watercraft is not design for night-time operation.
Check throttle & steering operation before starting engine.
Directional control is lost when throttle is released or engine shut off.
Do not splash others or jump waves or wakes with this watercraft.
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USE BOMBARDIER-ROTAX INJECTION OIL OR
HIGHER QUALITY LOW ASH API TC INJECTION
OIL FOR 2 CYCLES ENGINES.
• CAUTION
NEVER USE NMMA TC-W, TC-WII or TC-W3 outboard motor oils.
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"THIS BOAT IS NOT REQUIRED TO COMPLY WITH THE
FOLLOWING U.S. COAST GUARD SAFETY STANDARDS
IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF CERTIFICATION:
Fuel System
Display of Capacity
Information
Safe Loading
Flotation
Powered Ventilation
AS AUTHORIZED BY U.S. COAST GUARD GRANT OF
EXEMPTION (CGB 88-001)."
Bombardier Corp.
7575 Bombardier Court, Wausau, WI 54401
Made in Canada/Fabriqué au Canada Bombardier Inc. Rd./Enr.,1988
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WARNING
WHILE FUELING, STOP ENGINE. FUEL TANK MAY BE
PRESSURIZED, SLOWLY TURN CAP WHEN OPENING.
KEEP WATERCRAFT LEVEL. DO NOT OVERFILL. CHECK
OIL LEVEL. PERIODICALLY, VERIFY FUEL SYSTEM.
• WARNING
DO NOT BOOST BATTERY
WHILE INSTALLED.
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TO AVOID POSSIBLE ENGINE FLOODING WHEN ROLLED OVER:
MAKE SURE ENGINE IS OFF
GRAB INLET GRATE AND STEP
ON BUMPER RAIL
ROLL BOAT COUNTERCLOCKWISE
CAUTION
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WARNING
ENGINE MUST BE OFF WHEN USING BOARDING STEP.
KEEP AWAY FROM JET OR INTAKE GRATE. STAY ON
CENTER OF THE STEP. ONLY ONE PERSON AT THE
TIME ON THE STEP. NEVER USE THE STEP FOR
PULLING, TOWING, DIVING OR JUMPING, BOARDING
A PWC THAT IS OUT OF WATER OR ANY OTHER
PURPOSE FOR WHICH IT WAS NOT DESIGNED.
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WATERCRAFT
IDENTIFICATION
Engine Identification Number
The Engine Identification Number
(E.I.N.) is located on the upper crank-
case on PTO side.
1. Engine Identification Number
COMPONENT FUNCTIONS
Added Features
The following features have been add-
ed for this specific model.
Storage Compartment Cover
Safety Lock
A convenient lock is provided to pro-
tect personal articles when the water-
craft is unattended.
1. Safety lock
To lock the storage compartment cov-
er, insert key and rotate it 1/2 turn.
1. Insert key and rotate it 1/2 turn to lock cover
To unlock the storage compartment
cover, turn key in the opposite direc-
tion.
Adjustable Handlebar
The handlebar height can be adjusted
to suit rider preferences.
To perform this adjustment, turn the
knob underneath the handlebar.
1. Adjustment knob
Cargo Cleats
These cleats are provided for securing
baggage.
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-CAUTION
Do not use the cleats as a tie-
down point for transportation or
mooring.
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1. Cargo cleats (each side)
Stern Eyelet
This eyelet allows a rope with a hook,
a closed end or an open end to be at-
tached.
1. Stern eyelet
Boarding Step
A convenient step to help reboarding
the watercraft.
Bow Bag
A convenient watertight bow bag is
supplied with this watercraft. The bow
bag is tailor-made for the front storage
compartment.
Modified or Deleted Features
The following features have been ei-
ther modified or deleted for this spe-
cific model.
Throttle Lever
When the engine is stopped, no fuel is
injected when depressing the throttle
lever. The carburetors are replaced by
a throttle body. Any reference to the
carburetors in the
Operator’s Guide
should be disregarded.
Choke Lever
There is no choke lever. The enrich-
ment of the air/fuel mixture is con-
trolled by the electronic control unit
(ECU). Any reference to the choke ca-
ble in the
Operator’s Guide should be
disregarded.
Fuel Valve
With the Rotax Fuel Injection, there is
no need for a fuel valve.
There is no reserve. When the fuel is
low in the tank (1/8), the Info Center
displays a “LOW FUEL” warning mes-
sage and the LED will blink. Every 55
seconds, the monitoring beeper will
also sound 5 seconds to warn the op-
erator.
Any reference to the fuel valve in the
Operator’sGuide shouldbedisregarded.
◆WARNING
Engine must be OFF when using
boarding step. Keep away from
jet or intake grate. Stay on center
of the step. Only one person at
the time on the step. Never use
the step for pulling, towing, div-
ing or jumping, boarding a PWC
that is out of water or any other
purpose for which it was not de-
signed.
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◆WARNING
Always refill the fuel tank at the
first opportunity.
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FUEL AND LUBRICATION
Recommended Fuel
Use unleaded gasoline with a mini-
mum of 87 octane (RON + MON/2)
specification.
NOTE: Look on service station pump
sticker for octane specification. Do not
mix oil with fuel except at engine
break-in. Always check injection oil
tank level when refueling.
The use of good quality fuel is neces-
sary. A well known fuel brand is highly
recommended.
Recommended Oil
Use BOMBARDIER ROTAX INJEC-
TION OIL which is available from au-
thorized dealers. It is a blend of spe-
cially selected base oils and additives
which provides proper lubrication, en-
gine cleanliness and minimum spark
plug fouling.
NOTE: High quality low ash API TC in-
jection oil for 2-cycle engines can be
used if BOMBARDIER ROTAX INJEC-
TION OIL is not available.
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
Starting the Engine
Before unloading the watercraft from
the trailer, it can be started for about
10 seconds to verify proper operation.
Attach the safety lanyard to the opera-
tor’s PFD and snap the cap to the
switch before starting the engine.
Cold and Warm Engine
Firmly grip handlebar with both hands
and place both feet on the floorboard.
To start engine, depress and hold the
button. Release immediately after en-
gine is started.
-CAUTION
Never experiment with other fu-
els or fuel ratios. Never use fuel
containing more than 10% alco-
hol (ethanol or methanol). The
use of non-recommended fuel can
result in watercraft performance
deterioration and damage to crit-
ical parts in the fuel system and
engine components.
-CAUTION
Never use 4-cycle petroleum or
synthetic motor oil and never mix
these with outboard motor oil.
Do not use NMMA TC-W, TC-W2
or TC-W3 outboard motor oils or
other ashless type 2-cycle oil.
Avoid mixing different brands of
API TC oil as resulting chemical
reaction may cause severe en-
gine damage.
◆WARNING
Do not touch electrical parts or jet
pump area when engine is run-
ning.
◆WARNING
Only start the watercraft once all
controls have been checked and
operate properly. Operator and
passenger (if applicable) should
be sitting on the watercraft seat
prior to starting the engine.
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NOTE: Do not depress the throttle le-
ver to start either a cold or warm en-
gine.
Slowly accelerate to reach deeper
water. Do not apply full throttle until
the engine is at normal operating tem-
perature.
POST-OPERATION CARE
Cooling System Flushing and
Engine Internal Lubrication
Flushing the cooling system with
fresh water is essential to neutralize
corroding effects of salt or other chemi-
cal products present in water. It will
help to clean up sand, salt, shells or
other particles in water jackets (en-
gine, exhaust manifold, tuned pipe)
and/or hoses.
Engine lubrication and flushing should
be performed when the watercraft is
not expected to be used further the
same day or when the watercraft is
stored for any extended time.
Proceed as follows:
Clean jet pump by spraying waterin its
inlet and outlet and then BOMBAR-
DIER LUBE lubricant.
To flush engine, connect a garden
hose to the water outlet located at the
rear of watercraft near the jet pump.
NOTE: A quick connect adapter is
supplied with the watercraft and can
be used to ease hose installation.
TYPICAL
1. Water outlet
2. Quick connect adapter (supplied)
3. Garden hose
Start the engine then immediately
open the water tap.
Run the engine about 3 minutes at a
fast idle around 3500 RPM.
◆WARNING
In shallow water, shells, sand,
pebbles or other objects could be
drawn up by the jet pump and
damage impeller, components or
clog the cooling system. Also, de-
bris could be thrown rearward
into bystanders.
◆WARNING
Perform this operation in a well
ventilated area.
◆WARNING
Do not touch any electrical parts
or jet pump area when engine is
running.
-CAUTION
Never flush a hot engine. Always
start the engine before opening
the water tap. Open water tap im-
mediately after engine is started
to prevent overheating.
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Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant
into air intake silencer keeping engine
at fast idle.
1. Air intake silencer
2. Pull plug
3. Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE here
NOTE: Lubrication of engine should
be done for at least 1 minute. Close
the water tap then stop the engine.
Disconnect the garden hose.
Wipe up any residual water from the
engine.
Remove spark plug cables and con-
nect them on the grounding device.
1. Grounding device
Remove both spark plugs and spray
BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant into
each cylinder.
NOTE: For the storage period, use
Bombardier storage oil (P/N 413 711
600).
Fully apply the throttle lever then de-
press the start/stop button to crank
the engine a few turns to distribute
the oil onto cylinder wall.
NOTE: No fuel is injected in the en-
gine when the throttle lever is fully ap-
plied then the starter activated.
Apply anti-seize lubricant on spark
plug threads then reinstall them.
Reinstall plug on air intake silencer
cover.
NOTE: Engine fogging should be
done whenever the watercraft is to be
stored for a few days or a long period.
SPECIAL PROCEDURES
Submerged Watercraft
If the watercraft is submerged and en-
gine is water-flooded, it is strongly rec-
ommended that the watercraft be ser-
viced by an authorized dealer imme-
diately.
In the event the engine cannot be ser-
viced within a few hours, remove
spark plug cables and connect them
on the grounding device.
-CAUTION
Always close the water tap be-
fore stopping the engine.
◆WARNING
Always use spark plug cable
grounding device when remov-
ing spark plugs.
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Remove spark plugs and dry them
with a clean and dry cloth.
Cover spark plug holes with a rag.
Fully apply the throttle lever then de-
press the start/stop button to crank
engine for approximately 10 seconds.
This will allow water to escape from
spark plug openings.
Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant
into spark plug holes.
Crank engine again with the throttle
fully applied.
Reinstall spark plugs.
Towing the Watercraft in Water
Special precautions should be taken
when towing a Sea-Doo watercraft in
water.
Maximum recommended towing speed
is 24 km/h (15 MPH).
When towing yourwatercraft in water,
pinch the water supply hose from the
impeller housing to the engine with a
large hose pincher (P/N 529 030 400)
shown in the following illustration.
This will prevent the cooling system
from filling which may lead to water
being injected into and filling the ex-
haust system. Without the engine run-
ning there isn’t any exhaust pressure
to carry the water out of the exhaust
outlet.
Snugly install the hose pincher on the
hose as shown.
1. Hose pincher
◆WARNING
Never crank engine with spark
plugs removed unless spark plug
cables are connected to the
grounding device.
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-CAUTION
Failure to do this may result in
damage to the engine. If you
must tow a stranded watercraft in
water and do not have a hose
pincher be sure to stay well be-
low the maximum towing speed
of 24 km/h (15 MPH).
-CAUTION
When finished towing the water-
craft, hose pincher must be re-
moved before operating it.
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Flooded Engine
If the engine does not start and it is
suspected to be flooded, proceed as
follows:
Remove spark plug cables and con-
nect them on the grounding device.
Remove spark plugs and dry them us-
ing a rag.
Cover spark plug holes with a rag.
Install the safety lanyard cap on the
switch.
Depress and hold the throttle lever at
full throttle position.
Depress the start/stop button to crank
the engine approximately 10 seconds.
Proceeding in this order, no fuel is in-
jected and the accumulated fuel in the
engine will be expelled.
Reinstall spark plugs and connect ca-
bles.
Start engine normally without applying
the throttle.
MAINTENANCE
Lubrication
Use SEA-DOO synthetic grease and
lubricate the PTO flywheel every 10
hours. Proceed as follows:
Remove seats to expose engine com-
partment.
Remove the wing nuts, washers and
pull out PTO flywheel guard.
1. Flywheel guard
2. Wing nuts
Using a grease gun, carefully lubricate
PTO flywheel at grease fitting until
boot is just beginning to expand.
1. Grease PTO flywheel
Secure PTO flywheel guard.
◆WARNING
Always use spark plug cable
grounding device when remov-
ing spark plugs.
◆WARNING
Always remove safety lanyard
cap from its receptacle to prevent
accidental engine starting before
removing the PTO flywheel
guard.
-CAUTION
Immediately stop lubricating as
soon as boot begins to expand.
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Fuses
The electrical system is protected
with 5 fuses.
Three fuses are located on the Multi-
Purpose Electronic Module (MPEM)
and the other two fuses are in the rear
electrical box.
Two fuses protect the charging sys-
tem. If the battery is regularly dis-
charged, check the 15 A fuse on the
MPEM and the 20 A fuse in the rear
electrical box.
A 5 A fuse protects the power supply
of the MPEM. If the starter does not
operate, check the 5 A fuse.
The second 20 A fuse in the rear elec-
trical box protects the power supply of
the Electronic Control Unit (ECU).
The 7.5 A fuse on the MPEM protects
the fuel pump. If the engine does not
start, check this fuse.
To access fuses on the Multi-Purpose
Electronic Module, open storage com-
partment cover and remove basket.
Locate MPEM on the left side of wa-
tercraft.
Unclipthe fusecoverfrom theMPEM.
TYPICAL
1. MPEM
2. Fuse cover
Use the tabs of the fuse cover to re-
move and reinstall fuses.
1. Fuse cover
2. Fuse tabs
NOTE: There is 2 spare fuses on the
MPEM.
To access the 20 A fuses in the rear
electrical box, remove seats.
Remove basket.
Unclip and remove cover of the rear
electrical box.
1. Rear electrical box
REAR ELECTRICAL BOX OPENED
1. Fuse holders
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Unclip and pull out fuse holders to
check fuse condition.
If a fuse is defective, replace it by one
of the same rating.
NOTE: Ensure to properly close cover
of the rear electrical box, making sure
seal is well positioned.
STORAGE
It is recommended that the watercraft
be serviced by an authorized dealer for
storage but the following operations
can be performed by you with a mini-
mum of tools.
Engine Draining
Disconnect the water supply hose
used to cool the magneto. It features
a quick connect fitting. Press both
tabs and pull fitting in order to discon-
nect hose.
This hose is located at the bottom of
the magneto cover beside the engine
support.
1. Disconnect this hose
Water should flow out of the fitting
(magneto cooling circuit) and hose
(crankcase heat exchanger).
1. Make sure water flows out of fitting and
hose
Fuel System
SEA-DOO fuel stabilizer (or equiva-
lent), can be added in fuel tank to pre-
vent fuel deterioration. Follow manu-
facturer’s instructions for proper use.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer should be added
prior engine lubrication.
-CAUTION
Do not use a higher rated fuse as
this can cause severe damage.
Refer to SPECIFICATIONS section
for recommended fuse rating. If a
fuse is regularly burnt, refer to an
authorized dealer.
◆WARNING
If any water is found in the rear
electrical box, immediately refer
to an authorized dealer before
operating the watercraft.
-CAUTION
Do not run the engine during the
storage period.
-CAUTION
Water in engine must be free to
flow out. Should water freeze in
engine, severe damage will oc-
cur.
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Cooling System Flushing and
Engine Internal Lubrication
Refer to procedure in POST-OPERATION
CARE.
Propulsion System
Lubricant in jet pump reservoir should
be drained and reservoir cleaned. Re-
fill with SEA-DOO synthetic polyolest-
er oil (75W90 GL5 type C gear lube).
Refer to an authorized dealer for this
operation.
Grease PTO flywheel as explained in
the MAINTENANCE section.
Battery
Contact your authorized dealer or refer
to the appropriate
Shop Manual for
proper storage procedure.
Watercraft Cleaning
Clean the bilge with hot water and de-
tergent or with bilge cleaner. Rinse
thoroughly. Lift front end of watercraft
to completely drain bilge. If any repairs
are needed to body or to the hull con-
tact your dealer. For paint touch up to
mechanical parts use Bombardier
spray paint. For small gelcoat repairs,
a Bombardier repair kit is available. Re-
place damaged labels/decals.
NOTE: Bilge cleaning should be done
prior to anticorrosion treatment.
Wash the body with soap and water
solution (only use mild detergent).
Rinse thoroughly with fresh water. Re-
move marine organisms from the hull.
Apply a good quality marine wax.
If the watercraft is to be stored out-
side, cover it with an opaque tarpaulin
to prevent sun rays and grime from af-
fecting the plastic components, wa-
tercraft finish as well as preventing
dust accumulation.
Anticorrosion Treatment
Wipe off any residual water in the en-
gine compartment.
Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant
over metallic components in engine
compartment.
Lubricate the throttle cable with BOM-
BARDIER LUBE lubricant.
The front seat should be partially left
opened during storage. This will avoid
engine compartment condensation
and possible corrosion.
Additional Recommended
Protection
In cool regions (where freezing point
may be encountered), cooling system
should be filled with an equal part of
water and antifreeze solution.
-CAUTION
Use only SEA-DOO jet pump oil
or equivalent synthetic gear oil,
otherwise component service life
could be reduced. Do not mix oil
brands or types.
-CAUTION
Never clean apparent fiberglass
and plastic parts with strong de-
tergent, degreasing agent, paint
thinner, acetone, etc.
-CAUTION
The watercraft must never be left
in water for storage. Never leave
the watercraft stored in direct
sunlight.
-CAUTION
During winter storage in cold cli-
mates (where freezing may oc-
cur), always add antifreeze and
water solution to cooling system.
Mix in equal parts.
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Install a hose pincher to water return
hose of the magneto cooling circuit.
1. Hose pincher to water return hose
Disconnect the engine water return
hose.
TYPICAL
1. Disconnect the engine water return hose
Install a hose pincher to engine water
supply hose.
TYPICAL
1. Hose pincher installed on the engine water
supply hose
Temporarily install a short piece of
hose to engine water return at cylin-
der head.
Insert a funnel into hose and pour an-
tifreeze mixed with water in engine
until the colored solution appears in
the water return hose of the magneto
cooling circuit.
Remove temporary hose and recon-
nect engine water return hose.
Remove hose pinchers.
Most of the antifreeze will drain out
from fitting near the exhaust outlet
when removing the hose pinchers.
Use a container to recover it. DIS-
POSE OF ANTIFREEZE AS PER YOUR
LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS.
NOTE: Although antifreeze will mainly
drain out, the antifreeze has mixed
with the water that was possibly
trapped in the cylinder water jackets,
crankcase heat exchanger and the
magneto cooling circuit, preventing
freezing problems.
At pre-season preparation, drain the
remaining antifreeze from coolingsys-
tem prior using the watercraft.
-CAUTION
Always use ethylene glycol anti-
freeze containing corrosion in-
hibitors specifically recommended
for aluminum engines.
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10-HOUR INSPECTION CHECK LIST
We recommend that this inspection chart be signed by an authorized dealer.
DESCRIPTION ✓
Engine ignition timing if required
Spark plug inspection, cleaning and adjustment
Fuel system lines and fasteners/pressurization test
Throttle cable adjustment if required
Oil lines and filter
Oil injection pump adjustment if required
Engine support and engine rubber mounts
Muffler, battery and reservoir fastening devices
Exhaust system hose clamps
Throttle body and flame arrester base
Steering system inspection
Steering cable adjustment if required
Reverse cable adjustment if required
Cooling system hose condition and fasteners
Bailer pick-ups, check for obstructions
Fuel injection sensors verification
Digitally Encoded Security System
Monitoring beeper
Ground connections (starter, battery, etc.)
Jet pump oil replacement
PTO flywheel lubrication
Seal carrier verification
Inspection of fasteners for tightness
Hull inspection
Date of 10-hour inspection Authorized dealer signature
Dealer code
The 10-hour inspection is at the expense of the watercraft owner.
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PERIODIC INSPECTION CHART
➀Every 10 hours in salt water use.
➁These items have to be initially checked after 25 hours. Thereafter, servicing
to be made as specified in this chart.
➂Daily flushing in salt water or foul water use.
DESCRIPTION
FREQUENCY
every
10 hours
every
25 hours
every
50 hours
every
100 hours
or
seasonally
To be
performed
by
Lubrication/corrosion protection ➀✔OPERATOR
Engine ignition timing ✔DEALER
Spark plug replacement ✔DEALER
Fuel injector cleaning ✔DEALER
Fuel injection sensors verification ✔DEALER
Throttle cable, inspection/lubrication ➀✔ OPERATOR
Throttle cable adjustment ✔DEALER
Oil injection pump adjustment ✔DEALER
Oil filter inspection ✔DEALER
Oil filter replacement ✔DEALER
Fuel tank straps ✔OPERATOR
Oil tank straps ✔OPERATOR
Engine head bolts, retorque ✔DEALER
Engine counterbalance shaft oil level ✔DEALER
Steering system ✔DEALER
Reverse system/reverse cable adjustment ✔DEALER
Fastener tightening (flame arrester, throttle body,
engine mount, exhaust system, etc.) ✔DEALER
Muffler, battery and reservoir fastening devices ✔OPERATOR
Fuel lines, check-valve and fuel system pressurization ✔✔✔ ✔DEALER
Fuel vent line pressure relief valve inspection ✔DEALER
Battery condition ✔DEALER
Ground connections (battery, starter, etc.) ✔DEALER
Monitoring beeper ✔DEALER
Jet pump reservoir oil level/oil condition ✔Replace DEALER
Jet pump cover pusher inspection ✔DEALER
Impeller condition and impeller/wear ring clearance ✔ ➁ DEALER
Drive shaft boot and spline condition ✔ ➁ DEALER
PTO flywheel lubrication ✔OPERATOR
Seal carrier inspection ✔DEALER
Water intake grate condition ✔ ➁ OPERATOR
Hull condition ✔OPERATOR
Cooling system flushing ✔➂ OPERATOR
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PRE-SEASON PREPARATION CHART
NOTE: It is highly recommended that the dealer perform the annual safety in-
spection and factory campaigns in addition to the pre-season preparation all at
the same time.
➀Before installing new spark plugs, it is suggested to burn the excess BOM-
BARDIER LUBE lubricant by starting the engine using the old spark plugs.
➁Safety item covered in the annual safety inspection.
OPERATIONS To be performed by
Lubrication/corrosion protection OPERATOR
Battery condition/charging and reinstallation DEALER
Battery, starter connections and routing ➁DEALER
Spark plug replacement ➀OPERATOR
Jet pump oil inspection DEALER
Propulsion system inspection DEALER
Oil filter replacement DEALER
Fuel tank straps OPERATOR
Oil tank straps OPERATOR
Oil injection tank filling OPERATOR
Flame arrester inspection ➁DEALER
Fuel line condition ➁DEALER
Filler neck, fuel tank and fuel cap condition ➁ DEALER
Check valves, fasteners, fuel system pressurization ➁DEALER
Throttle ➁cable inspection/adjustment DEALER
Oil injection pump adjustment and bleeding DEALER
Engine ignition timing DEALER
Fuel injection sensors verification DEALER
Steering system adjustment/inspection ➁DEALER
Reverse cable adjustment DEALER
Inspection of bailer pick-ups DEALER
Inspection of cooling system hoses DEALER
Monitoring beeper DEALER
Digitally encoded security system DEALER
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TROUBLESHOOTING
The following chart is provided to help in diagnosing the probable source of sim-
ple troubles. You may be able to solve many of these problems rather quickly, but
others may require the skills of a mechanical technician. In such cases, consult
an authorized dealer for servicing.
Monitoring Beeper Coded Signals
Engine will not Start
CODED SIGNALS POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
2 short beeps (while
installing safety lanyard on
switch).
•Confirms safety lanyard
signal operation. Engine can bestarted.
1 long beep (while
installing safety lanyard on
craft switch or when
pressing start/stop button).
•Safety lanyard on switch
for more than 10 minutes
without starting engine.
Remove and reinstall safety lanyard
on switch.
•Bad connection. Reinstall safety lanyard cap correctly
over switch.
•Wrong safety lanyard.Use a safety lanyard that has been
programmed for the craft.
•Defective safety lanyard. Use another programmed safety
lanyard.
•Saltwaterinsafetylanyard
cap.Clean safety lanyard cap to remove
salt water.
•Improper operation of
MPEM or defective wiring
harness.
Refer to an authorized dealer.
4 short beeps•Discharged battery.
•No communication
between ECU and MPEM.
Refer to an authorized dealer.
Refer to an authorized dealer.
A 2 seconds beep every 60
seconds intervals. •Fuel tank level is low.Refill.
8 short beeps. •Defective MPEM. Refer to an authorized dealer.
Continuously beeps. •Engine overheats. See ENGINE OVERHEATING.
OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Engine does not turn over.•Safety lanyard removed.Install cap overswitch.
•Burnt fuse. Check wiring then replace fuse.
•Discharged battery.Refer to an authorized dealer.
•Battery connections,
corroded or loose. Refer to an authorized dealer.
•Water flooded engine.Refer to Submerged Watercraft in
SPECIAL PROCEDURES.
Engine turns slowly.•Discharged or weak battery. Refer to an authorized dealer.
Engine turns normally.•Fuel flooded engine. Refer to Flooded Engine in
SPECIAL PROCEDURES.
•Fuel tank empty orwater-
contaminated.Refill. Siphon and fill with fresh fuel.
•Burnt fuel pump fuse Check wiring then replace fuse.
•Fouled/defective spark
plugs. Replace.
•Electrical problem. Refer to an authorized dealer.
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