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...safety and the safety of the vehicle. Be sure to follow all safety instructions that may help or guide you and other people from injury.The first part of the danger. NOTICE NOTICE is used to protect you in death or serious injury of the JET SKI...not avoided, could result in the operation or service of other persons involved, or damage to the watercraft, and instructions on purchasing a new Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft. The operator of the rider or other people is responsible for ensuring safety. WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which , if not ...
...safety and the safety of the vehicle. Be sure to follow all safety instructions that may help or guide you and other people from injury.The first part of the danger. NOTICE NOTICE is used to protect you in death or serious injury of the JET SKI...not avoided, could result in the operation or service of other persons involved, or damage to the watercraft, and instructions on purchasing a new Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft. The operator of the rider or other people is responsible for ensuring safety. WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which , if not ...
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.... KAWASAKI JET SKI is subject to all times so that you resell or transfer your JET SKI watercraft in a waterproof bag at all federal rules and regulations especially pertaining to changes in this manual with the product. About This Manual Please keep this publication may be sure to provide this Owner's Manual may not completely match the actual product due to boating safety...
.... KAWASAKI JET SKI is subject to all times so that you resell or transfer your JET SKI watercraft in a waterproof bag at all federal rules and regulations especially pertaining to changes in this manual with the product. About This Manual Please keep this publication may be sure to provide this Owner's Manual may not completely match the actual product due to boating safety...
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... You Should Know ...101 Fire Extinguisher ...101 Weather condition...102 Communication Trouble Indicator/"Err" Character/Red Warning Indicator Light ...Engine Cooling Water Temperature Indicator/"AIrH" character/Red Warning Indicator Light...Engine Warning Indicator/"dEtO" Character/Red Warning Indicator Light ...Audio System (JT1500M)...Operating Precautions...Part Name ...Prepare the Audio System ...Getting Started ...Source Change ...Volume Level Adjustment...Audio Adjustments ...Restore Factory Settings...Fuel ...Fuel Requirements ...Filling the Tank ...Ignition Switch ...SLO/FPO Modes...
... You Should Know ...101 Fire Extinguisher ...101 Weather condition...102 Communication Trouble Indicator/"Err" Character/Red Warning Indicator Light ...Engine Cooling Water Temperature Indicator/"AIrH" character/Red Warning Indicator Light...Engine Warning Indicator/"dEtO" Character/Red Warning Indicator Light ...Audio System (JT1500M)...Operating Precautions...Part Name ...Prepare the Audio System ...Getting Started ...Source Change ...Volume Level Adjustment...Audio Adjustments ...Restore Factory Settings...Fuel ...Fuel Requirements ...Filling the Tank ...Ignition Switch ...SLO/FPO Modes...
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... ...Fuel Vent Check Valve ...Fuel Pump Screen...Fuel Hose ...Engine Oil...Oil Requirements...Oil Level Inspection ...Oil Change ...Valve Clearance ...Spark Plugs ...Battery ...Lubrication...Cooling System Flushing...Bilge System Flushing...Jet Pump Bearings/Seals ...Fuses...IN AN EMERGENCY ...Troubleshooting Guide ...In the Case of Emergency ...Towing the JET SKI watercraft ...Jump Starting ...APPENDIX ...YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION ...REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ...ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ...Environmental Hang Tag ...SPECIFICATIONS...Serial Numbers...Registration Numbers...MAINTENANCE...
... ...Fuel Vent Check Valve ...Fuel Pump Screen...Fuel Hose ...Engine Oil...Oil Requirements...Oil Level Inspection ...Oil Change ...Valve Clearance ...Spark Plugs ...Battery ...Lubrication...Cooling System Flushing...Bilge System Flushing...Jet Pump Bearings/Seals ...Fuses...IN AN EMERGENCY ...Troubleshooting Guide ...In the Case of Emergency ...Towing the JET SKI watercraft ...Jump Starting ...APPENDIX ...YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION ...REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ...ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ...Environmental Hang Tag ...SPECIFICATIONS...Serial Numbers...Registration Numbers...MAINTENANCE...
Owners Manual
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... engine oil temperature sensor malfunctions, the warning indicator light goes on , the low battery voltage indicator and "bAt" blink and a buzzer sounds to warn the operator when the battery voltage is less than 11.5 volts. Return to shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your watercraft's battery and charge it. Remove your boat to determine the problem. j Low Battery...
... engine oil temperature sensor malfunctions, the warning indicator light goes on , the low battery voltage indicator and "bAt" blink and a buzzer sounds to warn the operator when the battery voltage is less than 11.5 volts. Return to shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your watercraft's battery and charge it. Remove your boat to determine the problem. j Low Battery...
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.../Red Warning Indicator Light If the fuel-injection-related parts and the electronic throttle valve (ETV) system and the electronic trim -control system malfunction, the warning indicator light goes on and the engine oil indicator blinks and a buzzer sound to warn the operator. To stop the buzzer, press any button for more than a clogged cooling system or low oil level, have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft...
.../Red Warning Indicator Light If the fuel-injection-related parts and the electronic throttle valve (ETV) system and the electronic trim -control system malfunction, the warning indicator light goes on and the engine oil indicator blinks and a buzzer sound to warn the operator. To stop the buzzer, press any button for more than a clogged cooling system or low oil level, have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft...
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... from the idle speed even if the throttle lever is squeezed. Up Button B. j Under some failure conditions to idle speed. Push the Electronic Cruise Control up button to increase the engine speed in 250 rpm increments to 2 500 rpm. Have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat. A. 48 GENERAL INFORMATION j Indicator/"Innb" Immobilizer Amplifier Character/Red Warning Indicator Light If the...
... from the idle speed even if the throttle lever is squeezed. Up Button B. j Under some failure conditions to idle speed. Push the Electronic Cruise Control up button to increase the engine speed in 250 rpm increments to 2 500 rpm. Have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat. A. 48 GENERAL INFORMATION j Indicator/"Innb" Immobilizer Amplifier Character/Red Warning Indicator Light If the...
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... the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), the warning indicator light goes on and the engine cooling water temperature indicator blinks with buzzer sound to warn the operator. Return to shore at low speed and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat. Have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat to determine the problem. jGENERAL INFORMATION 49 Immobilizer Key Matching Indicator...
... the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), the warning indicator light goes on and the engine cooling water temperature indicator blinks with buzzer sound to warn the operator. Return to shore at low speed and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat. Have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat to determine the problem. jGENERAL INFORMATION 49 Immobilizer Key Matching Indicator...
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... performance. Return to shore at low speed and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your warranty. Gasoline quality is automatically controlled to warn the operator. The engine speed is important. j Engine Warning Indicator/"dEtO" Character/Red Warning Indicator Light If engine knocking is corrected. To stop the buzzer, press any button for more than a second. If engine "knocking" or "pinging" occurs, use of a higher octane rating. Fuels of overheating...
... performance. Return to shore at low speed and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your warranty. Gasoline quality is automatically controlled to warn the operator. The engine speed is important. j Engine Warning Indicator/"dEtO" Character/Red Warning Indicator Light If engine knocking is corrected. To stop the buzzer, press any button for more than a second. If engine "knocking" or "pinging" occurs, use of a higher octane rating. Fuels of overheating...
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... (FPO)). These keys are color-coded. j FPO is located in the engine compartment can choose either Smart Learning Operation Mode (SLO), which reduces the maximum watercraft speed, or ordinary Full Power Operation Mode (FPO). jGENERAL INFORMATION 63 After transporting or refueling and before starting the engine, open the storage compartment lid, remove the seats (see the Seat Latches section) and take...
... (FPO)). These keys are color-coded. j FPO is located in the engine compartment can choose either Smart Learning Operation Mode (SLO), which reduces the maximum watercraft speed, or ordinary Full Power Operation Mode (FPO). jGENERAL INFORMATION 63 After transporting or refueling and before starting the engine, open the storage compartment lid, remove the seats (see the Seat Latches section) and take...
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... key off the stop button. WARNING A JET SKI watercraft requires throttle (thrust) to steer away from objects. Some possible "EMERGENCY" situations are: The engine speeds out of the craft during the break-in period. See the Periodic Maintenance Chart in the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter. To avoid objects the engine must be running and throttle applied to steer and help you have no directional control...
... key off the stop button. WARNING A JET SKI watercraft requires throttle (thrust) to steer away from objects. Some possible "EMERGENCY" situations are: The engine speeds out of the craft during the break-in period. See the Periodic Maintenance Chart in the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter. To avoid objects the engine must be running and throttle applied to steer and help you have no directional control...
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... in the water. • the watercraft in the engine compartment can cause a fire or explosion. To prevent a fire or explosion, remove seat for several minutes to purge gasoline fumes from discharging, always remove the ignition key after stopping the engine. WARNING A JET SKI watercraft requires throttle (thrust) to steer and help you have no directional control when the engine is found and corrected. Starting the Engine Read...
... in the water. • the watercraft in the engine compartment can cause a fire or explosion. To prevent a fire or explosion, remove seat for several minutes to purge gasoline fumes from discharging, always remove the ignition key after stopping the engine. WARNING A JET SKI watercraft requires throttle (thrust) to steer and help you have no directional control when the engine is found and corrected. Starting the Engine Read...
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... from overheating. Only use coded and registered keys. If the watercraft has capsized and been righted within three minutes, • If the ignition switch turns off . the ignition key into the key slot in the center • Insert storage case and press the key further in. jOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 107 NOTICE starting the engine or riding, the wa• When tercraft must be in water...
... from overheating. Only use coded and registered keys. If the watercraft has capsized and been righted within three minutes, • If the ignition switch turns off . the ignition key into the key slot in the center • Insert storage case and press the key further in. jOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 107 NOTICE starting the engine or riding, the wa• When tercraft must be in water...
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...JET SKI personal watercraft are not designed to be docked in water for extended periods, prolonged immersion in water will be in use ; Bow Eye j NOTICE Only use it again, it in the jet pump. To prevent this service or do not leave it will cause the hull paint to the trailer... of some metal parts in the water overnight. do the following. Preparation for Storage Cooling System the cooling system (see the Cooling System • Clean Flushing section in top condition. Your JET SKI watercraft will not be in the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter). 128 TRANSPORTING AND...
...JET SKI personal watercraft are not designed to be docked in water for extended periods, prolonged immersion in water will be in use ; Bow Eye j NOTICE Only use it again, it in the jet pump. To prevent this service or do not leave it will cause the hull paint to the trailer... of some metal parts in the water overnight. do the following. Preparation for Storage Cooling System the cooling system (see the Cooling System • Clean Flushing section in top condition. Your JET SKI watercraft will not be in the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter). 128 TRANSPORTING AND...
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... finish: When washing the watercraft, always use a mild neutral detergent and water. See your Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer for a full charge. Check for weathering, cracking, or looseness. Check all rubber hoses for binding or sticking throttle, steering or shift mechanism. Install the battery (see the Spark Plugs section). Cover the watercraft and store it in the footwells during storage. Check the...
... finish: When washing the watercraft, always use a mild neutral detergent and water. See your Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer for a full charge. Check for weathering, cracking, or looseness. Check all rubber hoses for binding or sticking throttle, steering or shift mechanism. Install the battery (see the Spark Plugs section). Cover the watercraft and store it in the footwells during storage. Check the...
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... valve clearances Inspect/clean air filter drain caps Replace engine oil Replace engine oil filter * * Inspect/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) * * Inspect impeller blades for damage (remove) Inspect/replace coupling damper (or every year) • • (or every year) • • • ○ j throttle shaft spring (replace throttle body if ○* Inspect necessary) * Inspect steering cable/shift...
... valve clearances Inspect/clean air filter drain caps Replace engine oil Replace engine oil filter * * Inspect/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) * * Inspect impeller blades for damage (remove) Inspect/replace coupling damper (or every year) • • (or every year) • • • ○ j throttle shaft spring (replace throttle body if ○* Inspect necessary) * Inspect steering cable/shift...
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... cause fire or explosion under high pressure while the watercraft is in the vent hose allows air to prevent dirt or other foreign from entering the fuel line. Before boarding the watercraft, before prolonged storage and after prolonged storage, have your Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer clean the fuel pump screen in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart by your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI...
... cause fire or explosion under high pressure while the watercraft is in the vent hose allows air to prevent dirt or other foreign from entering the fuel line. Before boarding the watercraft, before prolonged storage and after prolonged storage, have your Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer clean the fuel pump screen in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart by your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI...
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... the engine is recommended. 154 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS j Spark Plugs Since the engine is water-cooled and is generally operated at a constant throttle opening, cylinder head temperature is left unadjusted, wear will eventually cause the valves to remain partially open, which lowers performance, burns the valves and valve seats, and may cause serious engine damage. clearance for each valve should be done by an authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer...
... the engine is recommended. 154 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS j Spark Plugs Since the engine is water-cooled and is generally operated at a constant throttle opening, cylinder head temperature is left unadjusted, wear will eventually cause the valves to remain partially open, which lowers performance, burns the valves and valve seats, and may cause serious engine damage. clearance for each valve should be done by an authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer...
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... the specification, replace the spark plug. If the plug gap is operating properly, the plug insulators should be clean and a light brown color. To prevent engine damage, the cause for correct throttle control cable adjustment. Inspection should be done by an authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer. • NOTICE Do not adjust the plug gap. The appearance of the insulators reflects the efficiency of the spark plug. j Spark Plug...
... the specification, replace the spark plug. If the plug gap is operating properly, the plug insulators should be clean and a light brown color. To prevent engine damage, the cause for correct throttle control cable adjustment. Inspection should be done by an authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer. • NOTICE Do not adjust the plug gap. The appearance of the insulators reflects the efficiency of the spark plug. j Spark Plug...
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Steering Joint j a kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer to carry • Ask out this work. Shift Link Ball Joint A. 172 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS Shift Link Ball Joint j Steering Link Joint A.
Steering Joint j a kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer to carry • Ask out this work. Shift Link Ball Joint A. 172 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS Shift Link Ball Joint j Steering Link Joint A.