Yamaha POOLJET User manual

CAUTION
ELECTRICALLY OPERATED PRODUCT
Not recommended for children under 8 years of age. As with all
electrical products, precautions should be observed during handling
to reduce the risk of electric shock.
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User Manual
POOLJET
Distributors in the United States and Canada provide a Standard Limited
Warranty for 6 months from the date of purchase for new products. If you're
not located in the United States or Canada, please contact your Local
Distributor for warranty arrangements in your territory. Please visit
www.seascooter.net for Distributor / Service Center details. Distributors ONLY
warrant Yamaha Seascooter products purchased from an authorized dealer
and with an original purchase receipt. All warranties are limited to a single
original owner on the purchase of new and current product from an
authorized reseller. Closeouts, Discontinued and Secondary sales of any kind
including “like new” or out of box are not eligible for warranty consideration.
This warranty gives the consumer specific legal rights, and those rights may
vary from place to place. Ask your Local Distributor for the warranty period in
your region by calling their Service Center. Any part of the product supplied
by the Distributor and found in the reasonable judgment of the Distributor to
be defective in material or workmanship will be repaired or replaced then
returned by the Distributor without charging for parts and repair costs. The
product including any defective part must be sent to the Distributor within the
warranty period. The customer will pay for the expense of delivering the
product to the Distributor.
This warranty does not cover any product that has been subject to misuse
negligence or accident, or that has been operated in any way contrary to the
operating instructions as specified in the User Manual. Any flood, loss or
damage, for any reason, that is caused by accidental release and sinking of
the unit, or from flooding an o-ring sealed or water tight area will not be
covered under warranty. This warranty does not apply to theft, loss, abuse or
tampering, lack of maintenance, improper storage, exposure to excessive
temperature, extended sunlight, material interactions, deteriorating chemicals
or fumes, any damage to the product that is the result of improper
maintenance or parts replacement performed by someone other than the
official Distributor Service Center or to any product that has been altered or
modified so as to change its intended use. This warranty does not extend to
repairs made necessary by normal wear or by the use of parts or accessories
which are either incompatible with the product or adversely affects its
operation, performance or durability.
CONSUMER WARRANTY
& SERVICE INFORMATION
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Yamaha, the Crossed Tuning Fork Design, and any likeness thereof are trademarks
of Yamaha Motor Corp. U.S.A. and Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (“Yamaha”) used
under license by Sport Dimension Inc. www.yamaha-motor.com.
This Product is not manufactured by Yamaha. For consumer purposes,
please contact Sport Dimension Inc. at 1-800-678-7873.
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Contents
Introduction 1
Warnings 2
Parts diagram 5
Charging the battery 6
Getting started 7
Battery use 9
Care & maintenance 11
Technical specifications 12
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recyclable and should not be discarded
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Introduction
The NEW Yamaha POOLJET is designed for family water
fun; giving kids a totally new experience - power
performance for fun and excitement in the pool.
The Seascooter™ POOLJET adds a new dimension of fun
and excitement to swimming and snorkeling.
Only use The SEASCOOTER™ POOLJET in a pool or in
calm water and close to shore – DO NOT use in the
open sea.
Use appropriate equipment such as wetsuit, approved
life jacket, mask & snorkel etc. when using seascooter.
Only operate the Seascooter in water.
• Speed up to 1.2 mph / 2.0 km/h
• Run up to 30 minutes with normal use
• Fully waterproof construction
• Weight just 3.52 lbs (1.6 kg)
POOLJET is compact, lightweight and highly manoeuvrable
offering a whole new experience in the water.
Please study this manual to get the most out of your
Seascooter™ POOLJET.
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Warning
The Seascooter is designed for use in seawater. It will
have less buoyancy in fresh water, lake or pool and
may sink in such waters.
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• Read the user's manual carefully before use.
• Not to be used by children under the age of
five (5) and must ONLY be used by children
under adult supervision.
• The seascooter is designed for 1 person use.
• Crushing / Cutting Hazard
• Be careful when you are transporting the
Seascooter and setting it down to avoid
crushing hazard on hands, foot or toes.
•This is not a life saving device.
DO NOT use it as a buoyancy aid.
• ALWAYS wear a life vest (personal floatation
device - PFD) approved by your local
authorities: (U.S. Coast Guard Type III vest
in the US or Canadian Coast Guard
approved life vest in Canada or SAI Approval
PFD in Australia or CE / ISO Approved PFD
in Europe).

• An adult must be responsible for battery safety at all
times, during use, storage and charging.
• THIS IS NOT A TOY! Use in a pool or in calm water
and close to shore – DO NOT use in the open sea.
• ALWAYS keep the SEASCOOTER™ out of direct
sunlight when not in use. HEAT KILLS BATTERIES AND
IT MAY EXPLODE OR LEAK.
CAUTION:
• In different waters (seawater, lake, pool) and conditions
such as currents, temperature and pressure can affect the
buoyancy of the unit which may cause the unit to sink if
accidentally released.
• DO NOT release or leave the Seascooter in the water.
Always take the unit out of water when not in use.
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•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.
•Only to be used in water in which the child is
within its depth and under supervision.
•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™.
• Do not use alcohol or drugs prior to and
during use of this product.
• ALWAYS ensure sufficient charges remains
in the battery to return to the poolside, shore
or surface before using the Seascooter™.
• Be aware of appropriate water levels, tidal
changes, dangerous currents, weather
change and strong offshore winds. ALWAYS
scout unfamiliar water before venturing out.
• Do not attach your body, clothing, other
equipment to the seascooter in any way.

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1. Handles
2. On/Off Triggers
3. LED Indicators
4. Charge Port
5. Charger
6. Charger Jack
Parts Diagram
Fig.1a
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6
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Charging the battery
Plug charger lead into
charge port
Connect to
mains power
supply
Fig.2
Follow the safety cautions on page 9 to 10.
1. Plug the charger lead into Pooljet charger port.
(See Fig.2)
2. Connect to mains power supply. (See Fig.2)
3. The LED indicators will light up RED while charging and
GREEN when the unit is charged.
4. Charge times are as follows: 90 minutes for 100%
charge – always charge the battery fully for maximum
duration.
5. The charger will get warm during charging – this is
normal.
6. Disconnect the charger from the mains power supply,
disconnect the charge lead from the charge port.
7. Please note the unit can Take care whilst charging.
Always charge under adult supervision.
8. When not in use unplug the charger and store the
charger in a dry secure place.

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Getting Started
USING THE SEASCOOTER™POOLJET
1. Always charge the battery before use.
(Note: the battery may be supplied partially charged.)
2. Make sure your child is wearing an approved flotation
device when using the POOLJET.
3. Place the POOLJET into the water. The POOLJET
should float.
4. When ready to set off, press both the triggers down to
start the Pooljet (See Fig.3) - the LED indictor shows
GREEN.
5. Hold the unit in front of you and submerge it under water.
6. To stop the propeller, simply release one or both triggers
to stop the Pooljet.
8. Proper posture when using the SEASCOOTER™ is important
to achieve the maximum speed - see figure 4 for the correct
position of the SEASCOOTER™ when using it.
9. DO NOT leave the Seascooter in the water. Always take the
unit out of water when not in use.
Important Notice: This machine is not used 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.
CRUSHING HAZARD:
The following action during assembly, disassembly, and
transportation of the seascooter may incur crushing hazards
to your fingers or toes:
-Closing the nose cone latches
-Putting on the nose cone housing
-Placing the battery into the seascooter
-Accidental dropping of the seascooter or battery.
Fig.3
Fig.4

Battery Use Battery Use
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CAUTION
• Use the specified charger only.
• Use the correct plug type for your region.
• Never allow the charger to get wet. For Indoor use
only.
• Charge only in temperatures between 0-40ºC.
• When not in use unplug the charger and store the
charger in a dry secure place.
• Must be disposed of properly.
• Always store the POOLJET in well ventilated areas
where it is out of the reach of children and away from
heat and ignition sources.
• Do not incinerate, disassemble, damage, short-circuit
or expose to heat.
• The battery contains safety and protection devices
which, if damaged, may cause the battery to generate
heat, rupture or ignite.
• Do not place the POOLJET in fire, direct sunlight or
apply heat to the battery; it may explode or leak.
• Do not leave the POOLJET in direct sunlight or use or
store the battery inside high temperature containers.
Doing so may cause the battery to generate heat,
rupture, or ignite. Using the POOLJET in this manner
may also result in a loss of performance and a
shortened life expectancy.
• Do not place the POOLJET on or near fires, stoves, or
other high temperature locations.
• DO NOT THROW WATER ON A BURNING POOLJET
or Li-ion Battery. If an exposed Battery does ignite, it
will burn even more violently if it comes into contact
with water or even the moisture in air. A fire
extinguisher must be used.
CAUTION
• Do not expose the battery to water or salt water, or allow
the battery to get wet.
• Do not subject the POOLJET to strong impacts or
shocks.
• Do not pierce the POOLJET or Li-ion Battery with nails,
strike the battery with a hammer, step on the battery, or
otherwise damage the outer casing.
• MUST re-charge the battery after EACH USE.
• MUST re-charge the battery at least EVERY SIX
MONTHS when not in use.
• Never leave Lithium-Ion batteries discharged for long -
the batteries do self-discharge and the charge could
drop low enough to damage the battery.
• Keep POOLJET or Lithium-Ion batteries away from high
heat - high temperatures may cause premature battery
failure.
• ALWAYS store POOLJET discharged in a cool, dry place.

• DO NOT leave the Seascooter in the water. Always take the
unit out of water when not in use.
• Always rinse the Seascooter with fresh water and allow it to
dry before storage.
• Whenever possible rinse the Seascooter with fresh water
immediately after use.
• To clean the Seascooter do not use detergents; only use a
damp cloth to wipe the unit clean.
Washing and Care
1. After use drain the Pooljet of waster.
2. Rinse the Pooljet with clean fresh water after use.
3. Ensure the charge port is free from dirt and debris. Clean with
mild soapy water if necessary and dry fully.
4. Charge the batteries at least once every three months when
not in use.
5. Do not attempt to repair the Pooljet Do not open the unit.
Return to authorised dealer for repair under warranty.
6. Do not dispose of the unit into household waste, fire or water.
Li-lon batteries are contained in the unit and should be
recycled once their lifespan is complete.
7. The Pooljet toy is to be regularly examined for damage to the
cord, plug, enclosure and other parts, and in the event of such
damage, the toy must not to be used with the transformer or
battery charger until that damage had been repaired.
8. The Pooljet is to be operated in water only when fully
assembled in accordance with the instructions.
Technical Specifications
10.63 inches x 10.31 inches x 7.65 inches
(270 x 262 x 202 mm)
Unit Dimensions
-SCOUT-
Unit Weight 3.52 lb (1.6 kg)
Battery Type 1 x 7.2V / 2 Ah rechargeable battery
Depth rating XX m / XX ft
Speed Up to 1.2 mph (2 km/h)
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Battery Life /
Fully Charge
*Run up to 30 minutes with normal use
∆
Continuous use up to 20 minutes
*Normal Use
The definition of normal use is based on the average general time
of use the user activates the seascooter in the water.
∆
Continuous Use
The definition of continuous use is based on a fully charged battery
whereby the seascooter is used continuously in the water without
stopping.
Care & Maintenance

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For more information on
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Yamaha, the Crossed Tuning Fork Design, and any likeness thereof are trademarks of
Yamaha Motor Corp. U.S.A. and Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. (“Yamaha”) used
under license by Sport Dimension Inc. www.yamaha-motor.com.
This Product is not manufactured by Yamaha. For consumer purposes,
please contact Sport Dimension Inc. at 1-800-678-7873.
All corresponding specification appear in this manual are correct at the time of printing.
For the latest updates and further information on the complete range of the Seascooter™,
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FCC Statement
(For USA Regulation Only)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions :
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Warning : Changes or modifications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
NOTE : This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy,if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.

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For any questions or queries you may have regarding your
SEASCOOTER™, please follow the below steps for easy and
fast resolution:
- STEP 1-
Please read your User Manual. For a copy of the User Manuals, please visit
www.yamahaseascooters.com
- STEP 2-
Go to www.yamahaseascooters.com and see our FAQ section to find instant
answers.
- STEP 3-
Contact one of our Customer Service representatives at the Customer Service
Center in your region.
CUSTOMER ENQUIRIES
If your unit is not operating, please refer to your User Manual before
contacting our Customer Service Center. For any damage or repair work
required, please do not return your product to the store where it was
purchased.
RETURN / REPAIR POLICY
Customers must contact their Local Distributor Service Center to ask for an
official Claim Form. The Claim Form must be returned with the customer’s
contact details and a photo of the Seascooter, defective parts, the serial
number and the Original Purchase Receipt. The Distributor Customer Service
Center will review the case and issue a Return / Repair Authorization Number
before sending the product to the Distributor Service Center. Returned
products must be shipped with original packaging including the polystyrene
packing material and all defective parts. Please contact your Local Distributor
Service Center for assistance in handling your case.
Please visit our website www.yamahaseascooters.com
for a listing of most update distributor contacts and
service center contacts.
RETURN / REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Call the Customer Service Center for your Return / Repair Authorization
Number.
2. Make a copy of your Proof of Purchase (receipt).
3. Pack the defective unit in its original packaging including the polystyrene
foam and include the unit and all defective parts.
4. Attach the copy of your Proof of Purchase (receipt) to the outside of the box
(clearly visible), together with the Return / Repair Authorization Number.
5. Ship the package to the Service Center on your cost.
PLEASE NOTE: Deliveries that do not have the Proof of Purchase (receipt)
and Return / Repair Authorization Number attached clearly to the outside of
the box, will not be accepted by the Service Center.
In addition, this warranty does not cover items that
experience normal wear and tear.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN THE DURATION TO THE
WARRANTY PERIOD. AND SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR
OTHERWISE, ARE DISCLAIMED IN THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE
EXPIRATION OF THE APPROPRIATE WARRANTY PERIOD. THE
DISTRIBUTOR’S OBLIGATION UNDER THE WARRANTY IS STRICTLY
AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF
DEFECTIVE PARTS AND RETURN OF THE PRODUCT TO THE
CUSTOMER. THE DISTRIBUTOR DOES NOT ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE
ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR THEM ANY OTHER OBLIGATION.
THE DISTRIBUTOR ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE PRODUCT TO THE DISTRIBUTOR,
LOSS OF USE OF PRODUCT AND LOSS OF TIME OR INCONVENIENCE.
THIS PRODUCT IS DESIGNED AND INTENDED FOR PERSONAL
RECREATIONAL USE ONLY!
THIS PRODUCT IS NOT WARRANTED FOR COMMERCIAL OR
RENTAL USE!
REPAIR WORK OR DELIVERY OF A REPLACEMENT DOES NOT
EXTEND OR RENEW THE WARRANTY PERIOD.
WARRANTY SHALL AUTOMATICALLY BE VOID IF DAMAGE IS
RESULT OF NON-ORIGINAL PARTS.
LIMITED WARRANTY for seascooters with camera mount:
• ALWAYS inspect to ensure the product works properly every time before
use. Warranty of this product does not cover any damages due to misuse.
• Failure to follow the user(s) instructions on packaging and/or user(s)
manual may result in damages or loss of your cameras including but not
limited to any user’s personal items, all of which are not covered under
warranty of this product.
• Use at your own risk. Manufacturer(s) and/or suppliers/agents are not
responsible for any damages/repairs, loss to cameras/electronic items
including but not limited to any user’s personal items directly and/or
indirectly resulted in the use of this product. Damage(s) resulting from any
use, misuse, accident, and normal wear and tear are understandably not
covered under this product warranty nor be responsible by manufacturer(s)
and/or suppliers/agents.
EXCLUSIONS
BATTERY. This warranty does not include the battery.
Never replace the original SEASCOOTER BATTERY with an
AFTERMARKET BATTERY. Seascooter with aftermarket battery will not be
covered by this warranty.