Owners Manual
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... additional requirements for your JET SKI watercraft, give it the proper care and maintenance described in this Owner's Manual carefully before starting your new JET SKI watercraft so that all operators attend a boating safety course before riding the watercraft. Kawasaki uses the latest manufacturing methods and materials to it whenever you a high quality recreational watercraft. The Service Manual contains detailed disassembly and...
... additional requirements for your JET SKI watercraft, give it the proper care and maintenance described in this Owner's Manual carefully before starting your new JET SKI watercraft so that all operators attend a boating safety course before riding the watercraft. Kawasaki uses the latest manufacturing methods and materials to it whenever you a high quality recreational watercraft. The Service Manual contains detailed disassembly and...
Owners Manual
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... Tank: ...Engine Oil...Oil Requirements:...Oil Level Inspection: ...14 17 17 18 20 29 31 32 33 34 35 35 36 37 37 38 38 39 44 44 46 47 47 48 Controls ...Kawasaki Smart SteeringTM (KSSTM) ...Important Information: ...Smart Learning Operation mode ( SLO ) ...Important Information for Handlebar Cover:...Stop Button:...Start Button: ...Throttle Lever: ...Ignition Switch: ...Seat Latches ...Storage Compartment ...Center & Rear Storage case ...Tool Kit...
... Tank: ...Engine Oil...Oil Requirements:...Oil Level Inspection: ...14 17 17 18 20 29 31 32 33 34 35 35 36 37 37 38 38 39 44 44 46 47 47 48 Controls ...Kawasaki Smart SteeringTM (KSSTM) ...Important Information: ...Smart Learning Operation mode ( SLO ) ...Important Information for Handlebar Cover:...Stop Button:...Start Button: ...Throttle Lever: ...Ignition Switch: ...Seat Latches ...Storage Compartment ...Center & Rear Storage case ...Tool Kit...
Owners Manual
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... Fouled Spark Plugs:...Towing the JET SKI Watercraft:...Jump Starting: ...Engine Overheating:...Transporting ...STORAGE ...Preparation for Storage ...Cooling System: ...Bilge System: ...Fuel System and Engine: ...Air Filter: ...Battery: ...Engine Mount Bracket Bolts: ...Jet Pump Bearings/Seals: ...Cleaning: ...Lubrication:...Removal from a Ramp: ...Deep Water Start:...Shallow Water Start:...Stopping the JET SKI Watercraft...Normal Stopping:...Stopping Skills:...Minimum Stopping Distances:...Turning the JET SKI Watercraft...Operating the JET SKI Watercraft in Reverse Docking the JET SKI...
... Fouled Spark Plugs:...Towing the JET SKI Watercraft:...Jump Starting: ...Engine Overheating:...Transporting ...STORAGE ...Preparation for Storage ...Cooling System: ...Bilge System: ...Fuel System and Engine: ...Air Filter: ...Battery: ...Engine Mount Bracket Bolts: ...Jet Pump Bearings/Seals: ...Cleaning: ...Lubrication:...Removal from a Ramp: ...Deep Water Start:...Shallow Water Start:...Stopping the JET SKI Watercraft...Normal Stopping:...Stopping Skills:...Minimum Stopping Distances:...Turning the JET SKI Watercraft...Operating the JET SKI Watercraft in Reverse Docking the JET SKI...
Owners Manual
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.... Engine Oil Temperature indicator/ "OILt" Character/Warning Light If the engine oil temperature sensor should fail to the shore immediately. Return to the shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your watercraft's battery and charge it. Remove your boat to 3 000 rpm. Under this condition, the engine revolution is held down any button is automatically controlled to determine the suspected problem...
.... Engine Oil Temperature indicator/ "OILt" Character/Warning Light If the engine oil temperature sensor should fail to the shore immediately. Return to the shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your watercraft's battery and charge it. Remove your boat to 3 000 rpm. Under this condition, the engine revolution is held down any button is automatically controlled to determine the suspected problem...
Owners Manual
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... Indicator/"FI" Character/Warning Light: If the fuel injection-related parts should fail to determine the suspected problem. Return to the shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat to function properly, the red "LED" warning light, the FI indicator and the "FI" character begin flashing. Under this condition, the engine revolution is automatically controlled to 3 000...
... Indicator/"FI" Character/Warning Light: If the fuel injection-related parts should fail to determine the suspected problem. Return to the shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat to function properly, the red "LED" warning light, the FI indicator and the "FI" character begin flashing. Under this condition, the engine revolution is automatically controlled to 3 000...
Owners Manual
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... the back-up power while the ignition switch is turned off , and it starts working when the craft is next operated. żWhen the time comes to 99:59 when the engine is running, it turns back to 00:00 and starts counting upward again. żWhen the battery is connected. żPushing NOTE Time Meter The time meter shows the time passed since it...
... the back-up power while the ignition switch is turned off , and it starts working when the craft is next operated. żWhen the time comes to 99:59 when the engine is running, it turns back to 00:00 and starts counting upward again. żWhen the battery is connected. żPushing NOTE Time Meter The time meter shows the time passed since it...
Owners Manual
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j WARNING Improper installation of the handlebar cover can allow the fuel tank vent hose to be kinked, pinched or plugged creating the possibility of a fuel leak resulting in the case on the left hand side of the handlebar. The engine is also stopped by children or others. CAUTION Do not push the "START" button while the engine is running or while the starter is...
j WARNING Improper installation of the handlebar cover can allow the fuel tank vent hose to be kinked, pinched or plugged creating the possibility of a fuel leak resulting in the case on the left hand side of the handlebar. The engine is also stopped by children or others. CAUTION Do not push the "START" button while the engine is running or while the starter is...
Owners Manual
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... engine speed. It is located on and store it to start, the ignition switch must be NOTE A. Whenever the watercraft is located under the stop button. żRefer to the idle position. Throttle Lever turned to the "ON" position and the engine shut-off after turning the ignition switch on the right hand side of the seat. When released, spring pressure returns the lever to the Starting...
... engine speed. It is located on and store it to start, the ignition switch must be NOTE A. Whenever the watercraft is located under the stop button. żRefer to the idle position. Throttle Lever turned to the "ON" position and the engine shut-off after turning the ignition switch on the right hand side of the seat. When released, spring pressure returns the lever to the Starting...
Owners Manual
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... an authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer after the first ten hours of the water for initial maintenance service. Again start the engine, run it for the craft. Careful treatment of the multifunction meter. Avoid full throttle starts. See GENERAL INFORMATION chapter for a prolonged time at a time. For this period, up to "bed-in a closed area. See the Periodic Maintenance Chart in more efficient, reliable performance and a longer...
... an authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer after the first ten hours of the water for initial maintenance service. Again start the engine, run it for the craft. Careful treatment of the multifunction meter. Avoid full throttle starts. See GENERAL INFORMATION chapter for a prolonged time at a time. For this period, up to "bed-in a closed area. See the Periodic Maintenance Chart in more efficient, reliable performance and a longer...
Owners Manual
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... and while pushing the key turn it to make sure it is still spinning, as it will extend battery and starter life significantly. If the engine does not start button while the engine is running or while the starter is securely attached. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 79 CAUTION The watercraft must be in water at least 0.8 m (2.5 ft) deep when starting to your wrist and...
... and while pushing the key turn it to make sure it is still spinning, as it will extend battery and starter life significantly. If the engine does not start button while the engine is running or while the starter is securely attached. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 79 CAUTION The watercraft must be in water at least 0.8 m (2.5 ft) deep when starting to your wrist and...
Owners Manual
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... the JET SKI Watercraft On your body weight further forward. The engine revolution will be controlled to start the engine. Let go, or you might injure yourself. best way to less than half-throttle and fill the fuel tank as soon as possible because there is bottom first, legs • The together, with your arms over your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer. Reduce the speed to...
... the JET SKI Watercraft On your body weight further forward. The engine revolution will be controlled to start the engine. Let go, or you might injure yourself. best way to less than half-throttle and fill the fuel tank as soon as possible because there is bottom first, legs • The together, with your arms over your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer. Reduce the speed to...
Owners Manual
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... spark plug caps. If you see water in the caps, then remove both caps and discharge the water. Center Storage Case 5. 6. 7. 8. Do not operate the starter for water. If you do get into your eyes immediately with liberal amounts of the engine. Consult a physician as soon as possible. 9. j A. Air Filter 10. Turn the ignition switch on, push the lanyard key under the stop button, and push the start...
... spark plug caps. If you see water in the caps, then remove both caps and discharge the water. Center Storage Case 5. 6. 7. 8. Do not operate the starter for water. If you do get into your eyes immediately with liberal amounts of the engine. Consult a physician as soon as possible. 9. j A. Air Filter 10. Turn the ignition switch on, push the lanyard key under the stop button, and push the start...
Owners Manual
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... flushing the cooling system. Discharging water in the water overnight. 102 STORAGE STORAGE During the winter, or whenever your watercraft will not be docked in the water for extended periods, prolonged immersion in water will cause the hull paint to the lowest level in the engine room so that water remaining in the exhaust pipe drains out. See your Kawasaki JET SKI dealer...
... flushing the cooling system. Discharging water in the water overnight. 102 STORAGE STORAGE During the winter, or whenever your watercraft will not be docked in the water for extended periods, prolonged immersion in water will cause the hull paint to the lowest level in the engine room so that water remaining in the exhaust pipe drains out. See your Kawasaki JET SKI dealer...
Owners Manual
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... in the MAINTENANCE AND Engine Oil Change the engine oil. Push the lanyard key under certain conditions. WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be done with a pilot light. Contact your local authorities for the changing procedure. • • Fuel System and Engine: Wash the engine compartment with fresh water and remove the drain screws in the stern to completely drain the fuel tank. Turn the ignition switch on. Wipe...
... in the MAINTENANCE AND Engine Oil Change the engine oil. Push the lanyard key under certain conditions. WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be done with a pilot light. Contact your local authorities for the changing procedure. • • Fuel System and Engine: Wash the engine compartment with fresh water and remove the drain screws in the stern to completely drain the fuel tank. Turn the ignition switch on. Wipe...
Owners Manual
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... ignition coil. the spark plugs with the watercraft out of clean, fresh water. STORAGE 105 CAUTION Do not run the engine with fogging oil, and reinstall • Spray them. the fuel filler cap loose to the method men• Drain tioned before. the center storage case to coat theover cylinder walls. WARNING Do not lean over the engine when performing this procedure. overheating will cause severe engine and exhaust...
... ignition coil. the spark plugs with the watercraft out of clean, fresh water. STORAGE 105 CAUTION Do not run the engine with fogging oil, and reinstall • Spray them. the fuel filler cap loose to the method men• Drain tioned before. the center storage case to coat theover cylinder walls. WARNING Do not lean over the engine when performing this procedure. overheating will cause severe engine and exhaust...
Owners Manual
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... procedures. Clean and gap spark plugs (see the battery secthe fire extinguisher for weathering, cracking, or looseness. Pull the lanyard key off the stop button. this service, or do the following. See the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter for fuel leaks. Check cooling and bilge hoses for binding or sticking throttle, steering or shift mechanism. Repair if necessary. • Check Check the engine oil level. Check all recommended...
... procedures. Clean and gap spark plugs (see the battery secthe fire extinguisher for weathering, cracking, or looseness. Pull the lanyard key off the stop button. this service, or do the following. See the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter for fuel leaks. Check cooling and bilge hoses for binding or sticking throttle, steering or shift mechanism. Repair if necessary. • Check Check the engine oil level. Check all recommended...
Owners Manual
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.../tighten engine mount bolts Inspect fuel vent check valve Inspect throttle control system Flush bilge line and filter Flush cooling system (after each use in salt water) (or every year) ż * * * Inspect air suction valve Inspect impeller blades for damage (remove) Inspect/replace coupling damper throttle shaft spring (replace throttle body if ż* Inspect necessary) * Inspect steering cable/shift cable Inspect hull drain screws (replace if necessary) Inspect battery terminals * Replace fuel hoses Every 5 years...
.../tighten engine mount bolts Inspect fuel vent check valve Inspect throttle control system Flush bilge line and filter Flush cooling system (after each use in salt water) (or every year) ż * * * Inspect air suction valve Inspect impeller blades for damage (remove) Inspect/replace coupling damper throttle shaft spring (replace throttle body if ż* Inspect necessary) * Inspect steering cable/shift cable Inspect hull drain screws (replace if necessary) Inspect battery terminals * Replace fuel hoses Every 5 years...
Owners Manual
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...; Shift Cable Inspection Shift cable inspection is best performed by your dealer inspect the shift cable. żThe cable end must remain screwed into the rod NOTE żThe shift cable is held above adjustment. Turn the ball joint and reattach it so the lower edge of the nozzle allowing the bucket to have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer. Sleeve A. MAINTENANCE AND...
...; Shift Cable Inspection Shift cable inspection is best performed by your dealer inspect the shift cable. żThe cable end must remain screwed into the rod NOTE żThe shift cable is held above adjustment. Turn the ball joint and reattach it so the lower edge of the nozzle allowing the bucket to have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer. Sleeve A. MAINTENANCE AND...
Owners Manual
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... from entering the fuel line. Check Valve B. If the idle speed is best performed by your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer. Fuel Vent Check Valve: The fuel tank is equipped with the Periodic Maintenance Chart by your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer. Have your Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer clean the fuel pump screen in water 1 300 ±100 rpm - in accordance with a vent hose. 122 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS Fuel System Throttle Adjustments: Idle Speed j Idle speed adjustment is...
... from entering the fuel line. Check Valve B. If the idle speed is best performed by your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer. Fuel Vent Check Valve: The fuel tank is equipped with the Periodic Maintenance Chart by your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer. Have your Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer clean the fuel pump screen in water 1 300 ±100 rpm - in accordance with a vent hose. 122 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS Fuel System Throttle Adjustments: Idle Speed j Idle speed adjustment is...
Owners Manual
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... provided to the maintenance schedule shown in material or workmanship during the warranty period. You can be extended by the limited warranty can find the warranty period in the Kawasaki Limited Warranty Certificate your watercraft according to you from manufacturing defects in this owner's manual. Much of sale. You are responsible for taking your Kawasaki Jet Ski™ watercraft. Here is a problem, and you don...
... provided to the maintenance schedule shown in material or workmanship during the warranty period. You can be extended by the limited warranty can find the warranty period in the Kawasaki Limited Warranty Certificate your watercraft according to you from manufacturing defects in this owner's manual. Much of sale. You are responsible for taking your Kawasaki Jet Ski™ watercraft. Here is a problem, and you don...