Sea-doo SWITCH 13 FT 2022 Manual

SWITCH 13 FT SERIES
OPERATOR’S
GUIDE
Includes Safety, Use and Maintenance Information
2022
WARNING
Read this Operator’s Guide thoroughly. It contains important safety information. Minimum
recommended operators age: 16 years old. Keep this Operator’s Guide in the watercraft.
219002227 Original Instructions

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tthhee OOppeerraattoorrss’’ss GGuuiiddee,, SSAAFFEETTYY VVIIDDEEOO aanndd oonn--pprroodduucctt ssaaffeettyy llaabbeellss
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eexxppoossee yyoouu ttoo cchheemmiiccaallss iinncclluuddiinngg eennggiinnee eexxhhaauusstt,, ccaarrbboonn mmoonnooxxiiddee,,
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Model Engine
Switch 13’ Rotax 1630 ACE - 100
Switch Sport 13’ Rotax 1630 ACE - 170
OPERATOR’S GUIDE

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TTAABBLLEE OOFF CCOONNTTEENNTTSS
GGEENNEERRAALL IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
FFOORREEWWOORRDD ..........................................................................................................................................................................................1100
Know Before You Go ............................................................................10
Safety Messages ..................................................................................10
About this Operator’s Guide...................................................................10
SSAAFFEETTYY IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
BBEEFFOORREE YYOOUU GGOO..........................................................................................................................................................................1144
Operating Age and Ability......................................................................14
Drugs and Alcohol ................................................................................14
Safe Boating Courses ...........................................................................14
Applicable Boating Laws .......................................................................14
Protective Gear ....................................................................................14
Required Equipment .............................................................................14
GGEETT FFAAMMIILLIIAARR WWIITTHH TTHHEE WWAATTEERRCCRRAAFFTT ............................................................................................1166
Jet Thrust.............................................................................................16
Steering ...............................................................................................16
Tether Cord..........................................................................................16
Braking ................................................................................................16
Learning Key (if Equipped) ....................................................................17
Cargo and Storage ...............................................................................17
Accessories and Modifications...............................................................17
RRIIDDEE SSAAFFEELLYY ......................................................................................................................................................................................1188
Riding with Passenger(s).......................................................................18
Avoiding Collisions................................................................................18
Riding Behaviors ..................................................................................19
Speeding .............................................................................................19
Reboarding ..........................................................................................19
Moving Parts ........................................................................................19
Know the Waters ..................................................................................20
Navigation Rules ..................................................................................20
Night-Time Operation............................................................................20
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning..................................................................21
Gasoline Fires and Other Hazards .........................................................22
Burns From Hot Parts ...........................................................................22
Watersports (Towing with the Watercraft) ...............................................22
PPRRAACCTTIICCEE EEXXEERRCCIISSEESS......................................................................................................................................................2255
Where to Practice Exercises..................................................................25
Practice Exercises ................................................................................25
FFUUEELLIINNGG......................................................................................................................................................................................................2266
Fuel Requirements ...............................................................................26
Recommended Fuel .............................................................................26
Fueling Procedure ................................................................................26
TTRRAAIILLEERRIINNGG IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN......................................................................................................................................2288
IIMMPPOORRTTAANNTT OONN--PPRROODDUUCCTT LLAABBEELLSS ............................................................................................................2299
Watercraft Safety Labels .......................................................................29
Hang Tag.............................................................................................61
PPRREE--RRIIDDEE IINNSSPPEECCTTIIOONN ....................................................................................................................................................6633
What to Do Before Launching the Watercraft ..........................................63

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What to Do After Launching the Watercraft .............................................67
RREEGGUULLAARR MMAAIINNTTEENNAANNCCEE ............................................................................................................................................6688
WWAATTEERRCCRRAAFFTT IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
PPRRIIMMAARRYY CCOONNTTRROOLLSS ..........................................................................................................................................................7700
Handlebar ............................................................................................70
iTC Lever .............................................................................................70
intelligent Brake and Reverse (iBR) Lever...............................................70
Engine Cut-Off Switch...........................................................................71
Engine START/STOP Button.................................................................71
SSEECCOONNDDAARRYY CCOONNTTRROOLLSS ..............................................................................................................................................7733
Right Controller ....................................................................................73
Left Controller.......................................................................................73
Console Switches .................................................................................74
EEQQUUIIPPMMEENNTT..........................................................................................................................................................................................7766
Front and Rear Eyelets .........................................................................76
Horn ....................................................................................................76
Navigation Lights..................................................................................77
Anchor Storage Compartment ...............................................................77
Front Door............................................................................................77
Rear Doors (If Equipped).......................................................................78
Mooring Cleats .....................................................................................78
Flooring System Tiles............................................................................78
Deck Mats and Sun Pads (If Equipped) ..................................................78
LinQ Attachments .................................................................................79
Front Storage Compartment ..................................................................79
Glove Box ............................................................................................80
Wind Deflector (If Equipped)..................................................................80
Rearview Mirror (If Equipped) ................................................................80
Courtesy Lights (If Equipped).................................................................81
BRP Audio System (If Equipped) ...........................................................81
Operator’s Seat ....................................................................................83
Latching System...................................................................................84
Passenger’s Seat .................................................................................85
Lounge Backrest (If Equipped)...............................................................86
Corner Table ........................................................................................87
USB Port..............................................................................................87
12–Volt Power Outlet ............................................................................88
Bimini Top (If Equipped)........................................................................88
Adjustable Table (If Equipped)...............................................................91
Inflatable Holder (If Equipped) ...............................................................93
Tow Point.............................................................................................93
Ski/ Wakeboard Pylon (if equipped)........................................................94
Rear Navigation Light Pole ....................................................................94
Boarding Ladder...................................................................................95
Boarding Handle...................................................................................95
Pontoon Floats Rinsing System .............................................................96
Bilge Drain Plugs ..................................................................................96
Bilge Pump ..........................................................................................96
Bilge Blower.........................................................................................96
Trim Tabs ............................................................................................97
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44..55"" DDIIGGIITTAALL DDIISSPPLLAAYY..........................................................................................................................................................9988
Multifunction Gauge Description ............................................................98
Warning Lamps and Indicators ............................................................ 100
Settings .............................................................................................101
BBRREEAAKK--IINN PPEERRIIOODD..................................................................................................................................................................110022
Operation During Break-In Period ........................................................ 102
OOPPEERRAATTIINNGG IINNSSTTRRUUCCTTIIOONNSS................................................................................................................................110033
Boarding the Watercraft ......................................................................103
How to Start the Engine.......................................................................105
How to Stop the Engine.......................................................................105
How to Steer the Watercraft.................................................................106
How to Engage Neutral .......................................................................106
How to Engage Forward......................................................................107
How to Engage and Use Reverse ........................................................ 107
How to Engage and Use Braking.......................................................... 108
How to Use the Variable Trim System .................................................. 109
How to Use the intelligent Debris Free Pump System (iDF System) ........ 112
General Operating Recommendations ................................................. 112
OOPPEERRAATTIINNGG MMOODDEESS ..........................................................................................................................................................111155
Touring Mode.....................................................................................115
Sport Mode ........................................................................................115
ECO Mode (Fuel Economy Mode)........................................................ 115
Cruise Control Mode ...........................................................................115
Ski Mode (If Equipped)........................................................................116
SSPPEECCIIAALL PPRROOCCEEDDUURREESS ..............................................................................................................................................111188
Jet Pump Water Intake and Impeller Cleaning....................................... 118
Capsized Watercraft ...........................................................................119
Submerged Watercraft........................................................................119
Water-Flooded Engine ........................................................................120
Towing the Watercraft in Water............................................................ 120
MMAAIINNTTEENNAANNCCEE
MMAAIINNTTEENNAANNCCEE SSCCHHEEDDUULLEE ....................................................................................................................................112222
MMAAIINNTTEENNAANNCCEE PPRROOCCEEDDUURREESS ........................................................................................................................112255
Fuel System Components and Functions.............................................. 125
Engine Access Panels ........................................................................125
Engine Oil ..........................................................................................126
Engine Coolant...................................................................................128
Ignition Coils ......................................................................................129
Spark Plugs........................................................................................130
Exhaust System .................................................................................130
Ride Plate and Water Intake Grate ....................................................... 131
Sacrificial Anodes ............................................................................... 132
Fuses ................................................................................................132
Rinsing the Pontoon Floats..................................................................133
Bimini Top..........................................................................................134
WWAATTEERRCCRRAAFFTT CCAARREE..........................................................................................................................................................113355
Post-Operation Care...........................................................................135
Cleaning the Seats .............................................................................135
Deck and Hull.....................................................................................135
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SSTTOORRAAGGEE AANNDD PPRREESSEEAASSOONN PPRREEPPAARRAATTIIOONN ..........................................................................113377
Storage..............................................................................................137
Preseason Preparation .......................................................................140
TTEECCHHNNIICCAALL IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
WWAATTEERRCCRRAAFFTT IIDDEENNTTIIFFIICCAATTIIOONN ....................................................................................................................114422
Hull Identification Number ................................................................... 142
Engine Identification Number............................................................... 142
CCOOMMPPLLIIAANNCCEE LLAABBEELLSS ....................................................................................................................................................114433
Emission Control Hang Tag (3 Stars) ................................................... 143
Emission Control Label .......................................................................144
Emission Control System Information (EPA) Label ................................ 145
Fuel System Exemption Label ............................................................. 145
RRFF DD..EE..SS..SS.. KKEEYY..........................................................................................................................................................................114477
BBRRPP AAUUDDIIOO SSYYSSTTEEMM ..........................................................................................................................................................114499
EENNGGIINNEE EEMMIISSSSIIOONNSS IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN ........................................................................................................115500
Manufacturer's Responsibility .............................................................. 150
Dealer's Responsibility........................................................................150
Owner’s Responsibility........................................................................150
EPA Emission Regulations..................................................................150
Evaporative Emission Control System .................................................. 150
TTEECCHHNNIICCAALL SSPPEECCIIFFIICCAATTIIOONNSS
EENNGGIINNEE –– RROOTTAAXX 11663300 AACCEE -- 110000..................................................................................................................115522
EENNGGIINNEE –– RROOTTAAXX 11663300 AACCEE -- 117700..................................................................................................................115533
WWAATTEERRCCRRAAFFTT................................................................................................................................................................................115544
TTRROOUUBBLLEESSHHOOOOTTIINNGG
TTRROOUUBBLLEESSHHOOOOTTIINNGG GGUUIIDDEELLIINNEESS............................................................................................................116600
MMOONNIITTOORRIINNGG SSYYSSTTEEMM....................................................................................................................................................116666
Fault Codes........................................................................................166
Indicator Lights and Message Display Information................................. 167
Beeper Code Information ....................................................................169
WWAARRRRAANNTTYY
BBRRPP LLIIMMIITTEEDD WWAARRRRAANNTTYY –– UUSSAA AANNDD CCAANNAADDAA:: 22002222 SSEEAA--DDOOOO
WWAATTEERRCCRRAAFFTT................................................................................................................................................................................117722
1. SCOPE ..........................................................................................172
2. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY ........................................................... 172
3. EXCLUSIONS – ARE NOT WARRANTED ........................................ 172
4. WARRANTY COVERAGE PERIOD ................................................. 173
5. CONDITIONS REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE ............... 174
6. WHAT TO DO TO OBTAIN WARRANTY COVERAGE ...................... 174
7. WHAT BRP WILL DO......................................................................174
8. TRANSFER....................................................................................175
9. CONSUMER ASSISTANCE ............................................................175
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UUSS EEPPAA EEMMIISSSSIIOONN--RREELLAATTEEDD WWAARRRRAANNTTYY ....................................................................................117766
Emission-Related Warranty Period ...................................................... 176
Components Covered .........................................................................176
Limited Applicability ............................................................................177
CCAALLIIFFOORRNNIIAA EEVVAAPPOORRAATTIIVVEE EEMMIISSSSIIOONNSS CCOONNTTRROOLL SSYYSSTTEEMM WWAARR--
RRAANNTTYY SSTTAATTEEMMEENNTT............................................................................................................................................................117799
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations.................................................. 179
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: .................................. 179
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: ..................................... 179
CCAALLIIFFOORRNNIIAA AANNDD NNEEWW YYOORRKK EEMMIISSSSIIOONN CCOONNTTRROOLL WWAARRRRAANNTTYY
SSTTAATTEEMMEENNTT FFOORR MMOODDEELL YYEEAARR 22002222 SSEEAA--DDOOOO WWAATTEERRCCRRAAFFTT ..............118811
Your Warranty Rights and Obligations.................................................. 181
Star Rating System.............................................................................183
MMAAIINNTTEENNAANNCCEE RREECCOORRDDSS........................................................................................................................................118855
CCUUSSTTOOMMEERR IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN
PPRRIIVVAACCYY IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN..............................................................................................................................................119900
CCOONNTTAACCTT UUSS ..................................................................................................................................................................................119911
Asia Pacific ........................................................................................191
Europe, Middle East and Africa............................................................ 191
Latin America .....................................................................................191
North America ....................................................................................191
CCHHAANNGGEE OOFF AADDDDRREESSSS//OOWWNNEERRSSHHIIPP ....................................................................................................119922
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FFOORREEWWOORRDD
Congratulations on your purchase of a
new Sea-Doo®watercraft. It is backed
by the BRP warranty and a network of
authorized Sea-Doo watercraft deal-
ers ready to provide the parts, service
or accessories you may require.
Your dealer is committed to your satis-
faction. 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
Pre-Delivery Check List to ensure
your new watercraft was prepared to
your entire satisfaction.
KKnnooww BBeeffoorree YYoouu GGoo
To learn how to reduce the risk for you
or other persons being injured or
killed, read the following sections be-
fore you operate the watercraft:
–
Safety Information
– Watercraft Information .
Read and understand all safety labels
on your watercraft and watch atten-
tively the
Safety Video located at:
hhttttppss::////wwwwww..sseeaa--ddoooo..ccoomm//ssaaffeettyy
Or, use the following QR code.
SSaaffeettyy MMeessssaaggeess
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.
WWAARRNNIINNGG
IInnddiiccaatteess aa ppootteennttiiaall hhaazzaarrdd
wwhhiicchh,, iiff nnoott aavvooiiddeedd,, ccoouulldd rreessuulltt
iinn sseerriioouuss iinnjjuurryy oorr ddeeaatthh..
CCAAUUTTIIOONN
IInnddiiccaatteess aa ppootteennttiiaallllyy hhaazzaarrddoouuss
ssiittuuaattiioonn wwhhiicchh,, iiff nnoott aavvooiiddeedd,,
ccoouulldd rreessuulltt iinn mmiinnoorr oorr mmooddeerraattee
iinnjjuurryy..
NNOOTTIICCEE
IInnddiiccaatteess aann iinnssttrruuccttiioonn wwhhiicchh,, iiff
nnoott ffoolllloowweedd,, ccoouulldd sseevveerreellyy ddaamm--
aaggee wwaatteerrccrraafftt ccoommppoonneennttss oorr
ootthheerr pprrooppeerrttyy..
AAbboouutt tthhiiss OOppeerraattoorr’’ss GGuuiiddee
This operator's guide has been pre-
pared to acquaint the owner / operator
or passenger with this watercraft and
its various controls, maintenance and
safe riding instructions.
Keep this Operator’s Guide in the
watercraft as you can refer to it for the
operation, instructing others, mainte-
nance and troubleshooting. This oper-
ator's guide needs to remain with the
watercraft at all time.
This guide is available in several lan-
guages. In the event of any discrep-
ancy, the English version shall prevail.
If you want to view and/or print an ex-
tra copy of your operator's guide, sim-
ply visit the following website:
wwwwww..ooppeerraattoorrssgguuiiddeess..bbrrpp..ccoomm
The informations contained in this
document are correct at the time of
publication. However, BRP maintains
a policy of continuous improvement of
its products without imposing upon it-
self any obligation to install them on
products previously manufactured.
Due to late changes, some differen-
ces between the manufactured

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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, features, models or equip-
ment without incurring any obligation
upon itself.
FOREWORD

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FOREWORD

SAFETY INFORMATION 13
SSAAFFEETTYY IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN

14 SAFETY INFORMATION
BBEEFFOORREE YYOOUU GGOO
WWAARRNNIINNGG
DDiissrreeggaarrddiinngg aannyy ooff tthhee ssaaffeettyy
pprreeccaauuttiioonnss aanndd iinnssttrruuccttiioonnss ccoonn--
ttaaiinneedd iinn tthhiiss sseeccttiioonn ccoouulldd ccaauussee
iinnjjuurryy iinncclluuddiinngg tthhee ppoossssiibbiilliittyy ooff
ddeeaatthh..
OOppeerraattiinngg AAggee aanndd AAbbiilliittyy
Operators must be qualified. Make
sure the operator is 16 or older and
has taken a boater safety course.
Your state (or province) may have ad-
ditional requirements. Laws regarding
the minimum age and licensing re-
quirements vary from one jurisdiction
to another. Be sure to contact the local
boating authorities for information re-
garding the legal operation of a water-
craft in the intended jurisdiction of
use.
Operation of this watercraft with a dis-
ability that impairs vision, reaction
time, judgment, or operation of the
controls is not recommended.
Remember that sun, wind, fatigue or
illness may impair your judgment and
reaction time.
Each passenger should be able to use
the handhold under the seat when
properly seated. They should also be
instructed to grab the handrail if
needed.
DDrruuggss aanndd AAllccoohhooll
Never ride after consuming alcohol or
drugs. Riding on a watercraft requires
the operator and passenger (s) to be
sober, attentive and alert. The use of
drugs and alcohol, singly or in combi-
nation, decreases reaction time, im-
pedes judgment, impairs vision, and
inhibits your ability to safely ride on a
watercraft.
SSaaffee BBooaattiinngg CCoouurrsseess
Many countries recommend or require
a boating safety course. Check with
your local competent authorities.
AApppplliiccaabbllee BBooaattiinngg LLaawwss
Check boating laws applicable to the
waterways where you intend to use
your watercraft. Learn the local navi-
gation rules.
PPrrootteeccttiivvee GGeeaarr
Boat occupants (except children be-
low 12 years old) should wear a prop-
erly fitted Personal Flotation Device
(PFD) meeting local regulations espe-
cially when boating conditions are
hazardous.
If not required by law, and when the
water conditions are good, occupants
(except children below 12 years old)
may decide not to wear it, but they
MUST have quick access to their ap-
proved PFD
All children below 12 years old MUST
wear a properly fitted Personal Flota-
tion Device (PFD) meeting local regu-
lations at all times.
Footwear, gloves, safety goggles or
glasses can be worn. Wind, water
spray, bugs and speed may cause a
person’s eyes to water and create
blurred vision.
If you are planning a ride in cold
weather or water, consider adding ap-
propriate warm clothing. Not only will
it make your ride more comfortable,
but it may delay or protect you from
hypothermia if you fall into cold water.
Be prepared for changing conditions.
RReeqquuiirreedd EEqquuiippmmeenntt
As the owner of the watercraft, you
are responsible for ensuring that all
required safety equipment is aboard.
Check your local regulations about
requirements.
This could include:
– Fire extinguisher. Maintenance, re-
pair and refilling must be carried
out in accordance with the manu-
facturer’s instructions.

SAFETY INFORMATION 15
– Watertight flashlight or approved
flares
– Sound-producing device (horn,
whistle or bell etc.)
– Visual Distress Signal
– Phone in a watertight compartment
designed for this application
– Current local map
– First aid kit
– Throw rope
– Paddle.
BEFORE YOU GO

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GGEETT FFAAMMIILLIIAARR WWIITTHH TTHHEE WWAATTEERRCCRRAAFFTT
The performance of this watercraft
may exceed the performance of other
watercrafts you may have operated.
Do not assume that all watercrafts
handle identically.
Make sure you read and understand
the content of this operator’s guide to
become completely familiar with the
controls and operation of the water-
craft before embarking on your first
trip, or taking on a passenger (s). If
you have not had the opportunity to do
so, practice in a suitable traffic-free
area to become accustomed to the
feel and response of each control. Be
fully familiar with all controls before
accelerating above idle speed.
JJeett TThhrruusstt
Your watercraft features a jet drive
propulsion system. The water is drawn
up from underneath the watercraft
from the intake grate and is acceler-
ated by the venturi to produce thrust.
This accelerated water is going out at
the rear of the craft.
The jet pump may pick up debris and
throw it rearward causing a risk of in-
juring people, damaging the jet pump,
or other property.
Do not start the engine or operate the
watercraft if anyone is in the water
nearby, or near the rear of the
watercraft.
SStteeeerriinngg
Your watercraft has a steerable noz-
zle at the rear of the boat controlled by
the handlebars which direct the
stream of water from left to right. To
turn the watercraft, both steering and
throttle are necessary.
Do not release throttle when trying to
steer away from objects — as with
other powerboats, you need throttle to
steer.
If the engine is shut off, steering is
lost.
TTeetthheerr CCoorrdd
Keep the tether cord lip 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.
If the operator falls off the watercraft
and the tether cord is not attached as
recommended, the watercraft engine
will not stop and your watercraft may
continue to move forward. You may
not be able to swim back to it.
After riding, always remove the tether
cord from the engine cut-off switch to
avoid unauthorized use by children or
others and to prevent starting in a
closed environment (e.g.: garage).
To prevent accidental starting, always
detach the tether cord from the engine
cut-off switch when swimmers are
boarding, nearby, or during removal of
any weeds or debris from the intake
grate.
BBrraakkiinngg
Most watercrafts have no means of
braking.
This watercraft is equipped with a
braking system called the iBR (intelli-
gent Brake and Reverse). Practice
braking maneuvers in a safe traffic--
free area to become familiar with han-
dling under braking and with stopping
distances under various operating
conditions.
Stopping distance will vary depending
on initial speed, load, wind, number of
riders and water conditions. The
amount of braking power commanded
by the operator using the iBR lever will
also affect stopping distance.
When braking, riders must brace
themselves against the deceleration
force to prevent from moving forward
on the watercraft and losing balance.

SAFETY INFORMATION 17
When operating an iBR equipped
watercraft, be aware that other boats
following or operating in close proxim-
ity may not be able to stop as quickly.
Inform the operator of a watercraft
who intends to follow you in a convoy
formation of the braking capability of
your watercraft and the need of keep-
ing a greater distance between
watercraft.
The brake feature of the iBR system
cannot prevent your watercraft from
drifting due to current or wind. It has
no braking effect on the rearward ve-
locity. Also note that your engine must
be running to be able to use the
brake.
LLeeaarrnniinngg KKeeyy ((iiff EEqquuiippppeedd))
The Sea-Doo LK™ learning key limits
the speed of the watercraft. It could be
an option for first time users and less
experienced operators to learn how to
operate the watercraft.
Please consult your BRP authorized
Sea-Doo dealer to see if this acces-
sory is available for your model.
CCaarrggoo aanndd SSttoorraaggee
Do not store any objects in areas that
are not designed specifically for
storage.
When carrying loads, make sure to
distribute the cargo in the boat and se-
cure the items properly.
Do not exceed the payload or passen-
ger capacities for your watercraft.
Overloading can affect manoeuvrabil-
ity, stability and performance. Also,
heavy seas reduce capacity.
Refer to
Technical Specifications for
the maximum loading capacity.
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MMooddiiffiiccaattiioonnss
Any modifications or addition of ac-
cessories approved by BRP may af-
fect the handling of your vehicle. It is
important to take the time to get famili-
ar with the vehicle once modifications
are made to understand how to adapt
your driving behavior accordingly.
Avoid installing equipment not specifi-
cally approved by BRP for the vehicle
and avoid unauthorized modifications.
These modifications and equipment
have not been tested by BRP and
may create hazards. For example,
they could:
– Create a loss of control and in-
crease risk of crash
– Affect the protection features pro-
vided by the vehicle
– Affect the behavior of the trailer
when the vehicle is transported
– Cause a risk of losing objects on
the road when transported.
Your vehicle may also become illegal
to ride.
As an example, installing an additional
GPS or cell phone support may pre-
vent the driving capabilities of the ve-
hicle and increase the risk of a loss of
control.
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GET FAMILIAR WITH THE WATERCRAFT

18 SAFETY INFORMATION
RRIIDDEE SSAAFFEELLYY
RRiiddiinngg wwiitthh PPaasssseennggeerr((ss))
The operator is responsible for the
safety of the crew. He must inform
and protect the passenger (s) invited
to ride.
Instruct all passenger (s) to be prop-
erly seated when the engine is run-
ning. Each passenger should be able
to use the handhold under the seat
and grab handrail if needed when
properly seated.
Make sure that every passenger has a
seat properly installed.
Refer to
Compliance Labels to check
the correct underway seating position
for your watercraft.
Be sure riders are properly seated
and holding on, a handhold is located
under the front of seat cushion. Refer
to
Passenger Seat in Equipment .
Riders can fall in or can be thrown off
the watercraft during unexpected ac-
celeration or aggressive operation.
Avoid aggressive operation, sharp
turns, and unexpected acceleration or
deceleration.
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Falls can result in severe injury or
death.
When going over waves, riders (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
deceleration force to prevent from
moving forward on the watercraft and
losing balance.
Riding with passenger (s) makes the
watercraft handle differently and re-
quires greater skill.
If swimming is part of the trip, prepare
this activity before boarding.
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wwaatteerr..
AAvvooiiddiinngg CCoolllliissiioonnss
Scan your surroundings constantly for
people, objects and other watercraft.
Stay far enough away from others so
you can always safely coast to a stop.
Do not release throttle when trying to
steer away from objects – as with oth-
er powerboats, you need throttle to
steer.
Be alert for conditions that may limit
your visibility or block your vision of
others.
Do not go near others to spray or
splash them with water, go too close
to other boats, or go too fast for traffic
conditions. You may misjudge the
ability of the watercraft or your own