Sea-doo SEASCOOTER DOLPHIN User manual

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ELECTRICALLY OPERATED PRODUCT
Not recommended for children under 8 years of age. As with all
electrical products, precautions should be observed during handling
and used to reduce the risk of electric shock.
User Manual
Revised Date: 12/03/09 Revised Date: 11.03.2010
SDP05802
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Model no. SD95001
SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™ AQUA RANGER
Model no. SD5542
SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™ DOLPHIN
DOLPHIN
AQUA RANGER
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Contents
Introduction 1
Parts diagram 2
Warnings 4
Fit the rubber seal 6
before first use!
Getting started 10
Battery use 11
Charging the battery 15
Care & maintenance 18
Trouble shooting 20
Technical specifications 24
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Introduction
Thank you for having chosen the SEA-DOO®
SEASCOOTER™ Dolphin / Aqua Ranger.
The Dolphin / Aqua Ranger adds a new dimension of fun
and excitement to swimming and snorkeling.
Use appropriate equipment such as wetsuit, approved
life jacket, mask & snorkel etc. when using seascooter.
Only operate the Seascooter in water.
-Dolphin-
• Speed up to Up to 2 mph (3.2 km/h)
• Run up to 90 minutes with normal use
• Rated to 15 ft / 5 m
• Weight just 12 lbs (5.4 kg) including battery
-Aqua Ranger-
• Speed up to Up to 2.5 mph (4.0 km/h)
• Run up to 60 minutes with normal use
• Rated to 30 ft / 10 m
• Weight just 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg) including battery
The Dolphin / Aqua Ranger feature various safety features
making it safe for kids ages 8 and up. These are positive
buoyancy, protective grilles, auto shut off when triggers are
released and safety lock.
Please study this manual to get the most out of your Dolphin
/ Aqua Ranger.
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Warning!
• The seascooter is designed for 1 person use.
• The seascooter is not a life saving device. Do not use it as
a buoyancy aid.

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Fig.2
1 Nose Cone
2 Battery leads and
Connector
3 Battery
4 Seal
5 Latch
6 Handle
7 8 Trigger
9 Safety Switch
10 Front Grille
11 Nozzle
12 Propeller
13 Rear Grille
14 Silicone Grease
15 O-ring Seals
16 Charger
17 Charger Jack
Parts Diagram
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Fig.1DOLPHIN
1 Nose Cone
2 Battery leads and
Connector
3 Battery
4 Seal
5 Latch
6 Handle
7 8 Trigger
9 Safety Switch
10 Front Grille
11 Nozzle
12 Propeller
13 Rear Grille
14 Silicone Grease
15 O-ring Seals
16 Charger
17 Charger Jack
AQUA RANGER

Not to be used by children under the age of eight (8)
and must ONLY be used by children under adult
supervision.
An adult must be responsible for battery safety at all
times, during use, storage and charging.
Use in a pool or in calm water and close to shore –
DO NOT use in the open sea.
Only to be used in water in which the child is within its
depth and under supervision.
• The Seascooter™ is not a personal floatation device -
always wear a Approved Personal Floatation Device /
Approved Life-Preserver when using the Seascooter™.
• Read the user manual carefully.
• Never stick body parts, clothing or other objects in the
vicinity of the propeller.
• Do not wear loose or flowing clothing or equipment that
could be drawn into the propeller.
• Particular care should be exercised when using the
Seascooter™ near anybody with long hair. Users with
long hair should tie it up or wear a swimming cap when
using the Seascooter™.
• Always inspect the swimming area to ensure it is free of
hazards or obstacles such as boats and swimmers
before using the Seascooter™.
• Always charge battery to its fullest before using the
SEASCOOTER™. After charging is complete the battery
will continue to emit gas. Wait at least 30 minutes after
charging before removing the battery from the charger or
placing the battery into the battery housing. Failure to do
so could result in an explosion.
• ALWAYS ensure sufficient charges remains in the battery
to return to the poolside, shore or surface before using
the DOLPHIN / AQUARANGER.
• Do not use the Seascooter™ under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• ALWAYS remove the battery from the unit when not in
use.
• DO NOT store the battery in the unit.
Transportation for the seascooter :
Be careful when you are transporting or setting down the
seascooter to avoid crushing hazard on foot or toes.
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Warning

For battery charging follow these instructions.
1. Always ensure that the Safety Lock in the Off position is
Off - see fig. 5b.
2.
Always ensure that the SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™
Dolphin / Aqua Ranger
is out of the water, dry and placed
in a dry area.
15. Replace the Nose Cone and close the latches.
3.
Pull the latches down and remove the Nose Cone as
shown in fig. 6.
4. Allow two minutes for any gasses to dissipate.
5. Disconnect the battery cable from the housing cable
(if not already disconnected - the cable will be
disconnected when you buy your SEASCOOTER™) by
pressing the locking feature, as shown in fig. 7.
6. Remove battery and place on a level surface.
7. Connect the battery cable to the charger cable.
8. Plug charger into mains, and turn on the supply.
9. Charging will take 14-16 hours for a fully discharged
battery. When the battery is charging the red LED is lit,
when the battery is charged the green LED is lit.
10. Disconnect the Charger from the mains.
11. Unplug the battery cable from the charger cable.
12. Allow battery to stand for 30 minutes before using it.
13.
When ready for use, place the battery into the housing
and connect the housing cable.
14.
Make sure the seal and sealing surfaces are clean and
lubricated before replacing the Nose Cone. See fig. 8.
FIT RUBBER SEAL
BEFORE FIRST USE!
STEP 2
STEP 1
Fig.3a
Fig.3b
6 7
1. Unlock two latches and remove Nose
Cone.
2. Rubber seal must be fitted as shown and
lightly lubricated with the supplied grease.
DOLPHIN
CRUSHING HAZARD:
Following action during assembly, disassembly or
transportation of the seascooter might incur crushing hazard
to your fingers or toes:
-Closing the nose cone latches
-putting on the nose cone housing
-setting down the seascooter of battery
-Accidental drop of the seascooter™ or battery.

For battery charging follow these instructions.
1. Always ensure that the Safety Lock in the Off position is
Off - see fig. 5b.
2.
Always ensure that the SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™
Dolphin / Aqua Ranger
is out of the water, dry and placed
in a dry area.
15. Replace the Nose Cone and close the latches.
3.
Pull the latches down and remove the Nose Cone as
shown in fig. 6.
4. Allow two minutes for any gasses to dissipate.
5. Disconnect the battery cable from the housing cable
(if not already disconnected - the cable will be
disconnected when you buy your SEASCOOTER™) by
pressing the locking feature, as shown in fig. 7.
6. Remove battery and place on a level surface.
7. Connect the battery cable to the charger cable.
8. Plug charger into mains, and turn on the supply.
9. Charging will take 14-16 hours for a fully discharged
battery. When the battery is charging the red LED is lit,
when the battery is charged the green LED is lit.
10. Disconnect the Charger from the mains.
11. Unplug the battery cable from the charger cable.
12. Allow battery to stand for 30 minutes before using it.
13.
When ready for use, place the battery into the housing
and connect the housing cable.
14.
Make sure the seal and sealing surfaces are clean and
lubricated before replacing the Nose Cone. See fig. 8.
STEP 1 STEP 2
Fig.4a Fig.4b
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1. Unlock two latches and remove Nose
Cone.
2. Rubber seal must be fitted as shown and
lightly lubricated with the supplied grease.
AQUA RANGER

Getting Started Battery Use
When you buy the SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™DOLPHIN /
AQUA RANGER the battery is disconnected and needs to
be charged. Follow the safety cautions on pages 11, 12, 13
and 14 and charging instructions on pages 15, 16 and 17.
Using the SEASCOOTER™for swimming and
snorkeling.
To use the SEASCOOTER™for swimming or snorkeling
follow these instructions.
1. Charge the battery and install just before use.
2. Place the SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™DOLPHIN / AQUA
RANGER into the water.
3. When ready to set off, switch the Safety Lock to the On
position shown in fig. 5a.
4. Pull and hold both Triggers to start the Propeller. (There is
a short delay before the Propeller begins to rotate).
5. To stop the Propeller, simply release one or both triggers.
6. Always set the Safety Lock to the Off position when out of
the water - see fig. 5b.
7. ALWAYS remove the battery when not in use.
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Fig.5bFig.5a
On Position Off Position
For battery charging follow these instructions.
1. Always ensure that the Safety Lock in the Off position is
Off - see fig. 5b.
2.
Always ensure that the SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™
Dolphin / Aqua Ranger
is out of the water, dry and placed
in a dry area.
15. Replace the Nose Cone and close the latches.
3.
Pull the latches down and remove the Nose Cone as
shown in fig. 6.
4. Allow two minutes for any gasses to dissipate.
5. Disconnect the battery cable from the housing cable
(if not already disconnected - the cable will be
disconnected when you buy your SEASCOOTER™) by
pressing the locking feature, as shown in fig. 7.
6. Remove battery and place on a level surface.
7. Connect the battery cable to the charger cable.
8. Plug charger into mains, and turn on the supply.
9. Charging will take 14-16 hours for a fully discharged
battery. When the battery is charging the red LED is lit,
when the battery is charged the green LED is lit.
10. Disconnect the Charger from the mains.
11. Unplug the battery cable from the charger cable.
12. Allow battery to stand for 30 minutes before using it.
13.
When ready for use, place the battery into the housing
and connect the housing cable.
14.
Make sure the seal and sealing surfaces are clean and
lubricated before replacing the Nose Cone. See fig. 8.
RE-CHARGE THE BATTERY
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3
AT LEAST
MONTHS
EVERY
MONTHS
WARNING
BATTERY SAFETY
• Must remove and store the
battery separately from the unit
when not in use!
• Must re-charge the battery after
use WITHIN 24 HOURS.
• Must re-charge the battery at
least EVERY THREE MONTHS
when not in use.
User Manual must be read and
understood before use.
Please read and follow the
Battery Safety Instruction.
Incorrect battery maintenance
may reduce the battery life and
influence its function.
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Important Notice: This machine is not to use to mix or to
work with sand, concrete and material with similar
physical characteristics. This machine is only to use for
swimming and diving in water.
Warning!
• The seascooter is designed for 1 person use.
• The seascooter is not a life saving device. Do not use it as
a buoyancy aid.

For battery charging follow these instructions.
1. Always ensure that the Safety Lock in the Off position is
Off - see fig. 5b.
2.
Always ensure that the SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™
Dolphin / Aqua Ranger
is out of the water, dry and placed
in a dry area.
15. Replace the Nose Cone and close the latches.
3.
Pull the latches down and remove the Nose Cone as
shown in fig. 6.
4. Allow two minutes for any gasses to dissipate.
5. Disconnect the battery cable from the housing cable
(if not already disconnected - the cable will be
disconnected when you buy your SEASCOOTER™) by
pressing the locking feature, as shown in fig. 7.
6. Remove battery and place on a level surface.
7. Connect the battery cable to the charger cable.
8. Plug charger into mains, and turn on the supply.
9. Charging will take 14-16 hours for a fully discharged
battery. When the battery is charging the red LED is lit,
when the battery is charged the green LED is lit.
10. Disconnect the Charger from the mains.
11. Unplug the battery cable from the charger cable.
12. Allow battery to stand for 30 minutes before using it.
13.
When ready for use, place the battery into the housing
and connect the housing cable.
14.
Make sure the seal and sealing surfaces are clean and
lubricated before replacing the Nose Cone. See fig. 8.
CAUTION
• Your SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™Dolphin / Aqua
Ranger is supplied with a battery that needs to be
treated carefully as it will release potentially explosive
gases during its normal cycle of use (off-gassing).
Failure to do so can result in an explosion occurring.
Please read the entire manual thoroughly and follow
all instructions.
• Always remove the battery from your SEA-DOO®
SEASCOOTER™Dolphin / Aqua Ranger when it is not
in use and store separately in a well ventilated area
where it is out of the reach of children and away form
heat and ignition sources.
• Do not install the battery in your SEA-DOO®
SEASCOOTER™
Dolphin / Aqua Ranger until
immediately prior to using it.
• Before disconnecting/connecting any cables, open the
nose cone and allow two minutes for any explosive
gases to dissipate.
• Do not use/store/charge the battery in temperatures
above 40ºC (104ºF) as excessive off-gassing may
occur. Keep the battery and SEA-DOO®
SEASCOOTER™Dolphin / Aqua Ranger in the shade
when not in use.
• Always ensure the unit is dried thoroughly before
opening the Nose Cone.
• Only use the charger supplied with the SEA-DOO®
SEASCOOTER™Dolphin / Aqua Ranger.
• Charge the battery as soon as possible after use
within 24 hours.
Battery Use
CAUTION
• Always charge the battery to the fullest before
using the SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™Dolphin /
Aqua Ranger.
• The battery supplied with your SEA-DOO®
SEASCOOTER™Dolphin / Aqua Ranger releases a
potentially explosive gas during charging. Charging
should only take place in a well ventilated area, away
from children and naked flames or other ignition
sources (cigarettes, sparks). Never charge the battery
whilst still in the SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™Dolphin
/ Aqua Ranger.
• Always remove the battery from the battery housing
before charging.
• Always connect charger jack to the battery first and
then plug charger into the mains.
• After charging, disconnect from the mains first and
then disconnect the battery from the charger.
• After charging is complete the battery will continue to
emit gas. Wait at least 30 minutes after charging
before removing the battery from the charger or
placing the battery into the battery housing. Failure to
do so could result in an explosion.
• Remove battery from charger once fully charged.
• Never char
ge the battery in sealed container.
• Never charge the battery near water.
• Never short circuit the battery or battery connectors.
• Always ensure the charger is dry before use.
Battery Use
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For battery charging follow these instructions.
1. Always ensure that the Safety Lock in the Off position is
Off - see fig. 5b.
2.
Always ensure that the SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™
Dolphin / Aqua Ranger
is out of the water, dry and placed
in a dry area.
15. Replace the Nose Cone and close the latches.
3. Pull the latches down and remove the Nose Cone as
shown in fig. 6.
4. Allow two minutes for any gasses to dissipate.
5. Disconnect the battery cable from the housing cable
(if not already disconnected - the cable will be
disconnected when you buy your SEASCOOTER™) by
pressing the locking feature, as shown in fig. 7.
6. Remove battery and place on a level surface.
7. Connect the battery cable to the charger cable.
8. Plug charger into mains, and turn on the supply.
9. Charging will take 14-16 hours for a fully discharged
battery. When the battery is charging the red LED is lit,
when the battery is charged the green LED is lit.
10. Disconnect the Charger from the mains.
11. Unplug the battery cable from the charger cable.
12. Allow battery to stand for 30 minutes before using it.
13.
When ready for use, place the battery into the housing
and connect the housing cable.
14.
Make sure the seal and sealing surfaces are clean and
lubricated before replacing the Nose Cone. See fig. 8.
CAUTION
• The charger gets quite warm in use - this is normal.
• If in doubt of the state of the battery, recharge it until
the indicator on the battery charger indicates a full
charge.
• If the battery is not to be used for an extended period,
store it in a well ventilated area away from children,
heat and ignition sources and recharge it every three
months to maintain charge and avoid excess off
gassing. DO NOT store the battery inside the
SEA-DOO®SEASCOOTER™Dolphin / Aqua Ranger.
• If the battery appears damaged or will not charge fully,
the battery must be replaced. If battery life is
noticeably reduced, the battery should be replaced.
• Do not recharge non-rechargeable battery. This
charger only charges the Sealed rechargeable
lead-acid 12V 7.5Ah battery, one battery per each
charge.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
• During charging, batteries must be placed in a well
ventilated area.
Battery Use Charging the battery
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Fig.6
Warning!
Replace the battery immediately if it is damaged.