BOMBARDIER Sea-Doo Sport Boats SPORTSTER LE Operator's Manual
BOMBARDIER Sea-Doo Sport Boats SPORTSTER LE Operator's Manual

BOMBARDIER Sea-Doo Sport Boats SPORTSTER LE Operator's Manual

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  • Page 2 Gelcote † is a trademark of Gelcote International Knight’s Spray-Nine † is a trademark of Korkak System ltd The following trademarks are the property of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries: ® SEA-DOO ® BOMBARDIER-ROTAX ®...
  • Page 3 Doin’it on your new Sea-Doo Sport Boat Congratulations, you are now the proud owner of a Sea-Doo sport boat. Whether you are an experienced boater or are new to the sport of boating, we ask you to take the time to view the Safety Videocassette provided with the craft, to read the Operator’s Guide and Safety Handbook and on-product warning/caution labels and familiarize yourself with the contents.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Maintenance.................... LIST OF DISTRIBUTORS ............. BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY ® NORTH AMERICA: SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT ........ BOMBARDIER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY: ® SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT ............11 REGISTRATION NUMBER LOCATION ......... 13 LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS ........14 IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS ............16 Hull ......................
  • Page 5 23) Rear Storage Compartment .............. 24) Jet Pump Water Intake(s) ..............25) Tow Hook..................26) Bow Light..................27) Removable Stern Light ..............28) Mooring Cleats.................. 29) Deck....................30) Fuel Tank Cap ................... 31) Deck Drain ..................32) Oil Injection Tank Cap ............... 33) Flushing Connectors .................
  • Page 6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............46 Launching/Loading................... Trailering ....................Principle of Operation ................Boarding from a Dock................Boarding from the Water................. Starting ....................Rough Water or Poor Visibility Operation ..........Crossing Waves..................Stopping/Docking ..................Beaching....................POST-OPERATION CARE ............53 General Care.................... Additional Care for Foul Water or Salt Water .......... SPECIAL PROCEDURE..............
  • Page 7: Foreword

    Because of our ongoing commitment For any questions pertaining to the to product quality and innovation, warranty and its application, please Bombardier Inc. reserves the right at consult an authorized SEA-DOO sport any time to discontinue or change boat dealer.
  • Page 8: Safety Measures

    SAFETY MEASURES General Like any other boats, this craft has no brake. Stopping distance will vary To fully appreciate the pleasures, depending on initial speed, load, enjoyment and excitement of boat- wind, and water conditions. Practice ing there are some basic rules that stopping and docking in a safe, traf- should be observed and followed by fic free area to have an idea of how...
  • Page 9: Maintenance

    In shallow water, proceed with cau- Maintenance tion and at very low speeds. Only perform servicing procedures Grounding or abrupt stops may re- which are detailed in this guide. Fur- sult in injury. Debris may also be ther assistance or information can picked up and be thrown rearward be obtained from your authorized by the jet pump onto people or prop-...
  • Page 10: List Of Distributors

    WAUSAU, WI. 54401 (or for P.O. Box 54402) Phone: (715) 848-4957 Fax: (715) 847-6879 http://www.bombardier.com CANADA BOMBARDIER INC. RECREATIONAL PRODUCT Alberta 75, J.A. BOMBARDIER ST. British Columbia SHERBROOKE, QC Manitoba J1L 1W3 North West Territories Phone: (819) 566-3366 Ontario Fax: (819) 566-3062 Quebec http://www.bombardier.com...
  • Page 11: Bombardier Limited Warranty North America: Sea-Doo Sport Boat

    BOMBARDIER will repair or replace, at its option, all genuine BOMBARDIER part found defective in material and/or workmanship, under normal use, maintenance and service, with a genuine BOMBARDIER part without charge for parts and labor, at any authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer during the Warranty Coverage Period.
  • Page 12 BOMBARDIER or any other person. In no event shall BOMBARDIER be liable for special, consequential or incidental dam- ages, including but not limited to loss of use and transportation costs. Some states or...
  • Page 13: Bombardier International Limited Warranty: Sea-Doo Sport Boat

    Warranty Coverage Period, repair or replace, at its option, all genuine BOMBARDIER part found defective in material and/or workmanship, under normal use, maintenance and service, with a genuine BOMBARDIER part without charge for parts and labor, at any local authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer.
  • Page 14 1 hereinabove, to the new customer. 7. CONSUMER ASSISTANCE a) In the event of a controversy or a dispute arising in connection with this BOMBARDIER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY, BOMBARDIER suggests that you try to re- solve the issue at the dealership level. We recommend discussing the issue with the authorized dealer’s service manager or owner.
  • Page 15: Registration Number Location

    REGISTRATION NUMBER LOCATION All boats are required by federal law to be registered and legally numbered. Due to space availability for proper display of registration number, refer to the following illustration for location. The registration number must appear on each side of the sport boat.
  • Page 16: Location Of The Important Labels

    LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS The following labels are on your craft. If missing or damaged, they can be replaced free of charge. See an authorized Sea-Doo sport boat dealer. Please read the following labels carefully before operating your boat. 1-2-3 F04L2OP Label 1...
  • Page 17 Label 2 Label 6 F04LATY F04LAHY Label 7 Label 3 F04LAUY F04LAYY Label 8 TYPICAL — REFER TO ACTUAL LABEL ON BOAT Label 4 F04LAVY F04LALY Label 5 F04LASY...
  • Page 18: Identification Numbers

    IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS The main components of the sport 947 Engine boat (hull and engines) are identified The Engine Identification Number by different serial numbers. It may (E.I.N.) is located on the upper crank- sometimes become necessary to lo- case on MAGNETO side. cate these numbers for warranty pur- poses or to trace the sport boat in the event of theft.
  • Page 19: Controls, Components And Instrument Location

    CONTROLS, COMPONENTS AND INSTRUMENTS LOCATION Cockpit 11 12 11 km/h Bombardier F04L8ZO COCKPIT VIEW...
  • Page 20: Overview

    Overview 26 28 F04LB1L TYPICAL 25-43 13 37 F04LAWL TYPICAL — SPORTSTER LT REAR VIEW...
  • Page 21 1. Safety Lanyard Post 23. Rear Storage Compartment 2. Steering Wheel 24. Jet Pump Water Intake(s) 3. Throttle Lever(s) 25. Tow Hook 4. Shift Lever 26. Bow Light 5. Start/Stop Button(s) 27. Removable Stern Light 6. Choke Lever(s) 28. Mooring Cleats 7.
  • Page 22: Controls, Components And Instruments Functions

    CONTROLS, COMPONENTS AND INSTRUMENTS FUNCTIONS 1) Safety Lanyard WARNING (engine cut-out switch) Directional control is reduced when The safety lanyard should be securely throttle is released and lost when snapped onto its switch to be fully op- engine is off. Always disconnect erational.
  • Page 23 NUMBER OF BEEPS POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Everything is correct with • Engine(s) can be started 2 shorts the safety lanyard (good normally. (while installing safety contact and the right lanyard on DESS post). lanyard cap). • Bad connection between •...
  • Page 24: Steering Wheel

    2) Steering Wheel Twin Engine Only The port throttle lever controls the The steering wheel controls the direc- RPM of the port engine and the star- tion of the sport boat. Turning the board lever controls the starboard en- steering wheel clockwise steers the gine.
  • Page 25: Start/Stop Button(S)

    CAUTION: Do not force lever, insure 5) Start/Stop Button(s) throttle lever(s) is (are) in idle position. Dual function push switche(s). Used to NOTE: To ease shifter use, line up the start as well as to stop engine(s). shifter arrow with the appropriate dot (Forward/Neutral/Reverse).
  • Page 26: Choke Lever(S)

    Stopping WARNING While engine(s) can be stopped by pressing the stop button(s), we strongly recommend the engine(s) be stopped by removing the safety lanyard. This will instill good hab- START START STOP STOP its. Digitally Encoded Pressing each button when engine is Security System running will stop the engine.
  • Page 27: Bilge Pump Switch

    Automatic Bilge Pump An automatic bilge pump will evacuate water from the bilge. A water sensor detects the water which activates the pump. After the water is pumped out, the pump shuts-off automatically. This automatic mode is working at all times: with/without safety lanyard on DESS post and with/without engine(s) running.
  • Page 28: Fuel Gauge/Low Injection Oil Level Pilot Lamp

    (are) running. The gauge is illuminated whenever the navigation lights are used. km/h Bombardier The fuel level can also be verified with- out having engine(s) running. With the safety lanyard removed from its switch, push a start/stop button; the gauge will be activated for approxi- mately 30 seconds.
  • Page 29: Bilge Drain Plug

    13) Bilge Drain Plug 16) Swim Platform Should water be left in the bilge, it can Provides an anti-skid surface for easy be easily drained by unscrewing the boarding from rear of craft. plug. WARNING Tilt the sport boat slightly to the rear so that the water can completely flow Engine(s) must be off when using out of the bilge.
  • Page 30: Cup Holders

    20) Cup Holders The basket is provided with a holder to store an approved fire extinguisher. Convenient locations for non-alcoholic The fire extinguisher (sold separately) beverages. should not be loose in the storage com- partment. WARNING The Operator’s Guide should be kept Do not drink alcoholic beverages in a waterproof bag and remain with while aboard.
  • Page 31: Deck Storage Compartment

    22) Deck Storage Compartment The deck storage compartment is a convenient location for water-skis, paddles, anchor and rope, etc. F10L1EY F04L0QZ TYPICAL 1. Gently push here to release the spring TYPICAL Step : Pull latch and lift cover WARNING Lift the latch ring and open cover gen- Never leave any heavy or loose tly until stopped by retaining spring.
  • Page 32 F04L0JY F04L0TY TYPICAL TYPICAL 1. Pull latch lever upward 1. Rear storage compartment tray 2. Tray under holders Storage Tray Firmly close storage compartment cov- CAUTION: In order to avoid damage, er to relatch. MAXIMUM LOAD on storage tray must not exceed 22.5 kg (50 lb). WARNING The storage tray is removable to give ac- Never leave any heavy or break-...
  • Page 33: Jet Pump Water Intake(S)

    24) Jet Pump Water 27) Removable Stern Light Intake(s) Mandatory stern white light. The water is drawn up by the impeller It is recommended to keep it in rear through this opening. It minimizes en- storage compartment at all times ex- try of foreign objects into the propul- cept when needed.
  • Page 34: Mooring Cleats

    CAUTION: Never use mooring cleats to pull anything or to lift the sport boat. 29) Deck Flat surface of boat, should be kept clean and clear. 30) Fuel Tank Cap F04F1KY 1. Fuel tank cap Unscrew the cap counterclockwise to allow fuel tank filling.
  • Page 35: Deck Drain

    31) Deck Drain 33) Flushing Connectors It provides drainage of water from rain, Refer to POST-OPERATION CARE sec- deck washing, water splashing, etc. tion for proper use. Keep clean to avoid clogging. NOTE: Each engine is provided with a flushing connector onto jet pump sup- port.
  • Page 36: Bow/Stern Eyelets

    35) Bow/Stern Eyelets 38) Scupper Valve Eyelets can be used for mooring, tow- This is where water from deck drains ing and as a tie-down point during out. Keep clean to avoid clogging. transportation. F09L0WY TYPICAL 1. Scupper valve F09L0UY 39) Weedless System TYPICAL 1.
  • Page 37 F04J1JL 1. Turn lever counterclockwise then pull 2. Water intake grate lowered to release weeds F04J1KL 1. Push lever 2. Position of water intake grate while riding on water and loading/launching on/from trailer...
  • Page 38: Fuel Tank Vent

    40) Fuel Tank Vent Push down when finished. F04L9AY F04L99Y TYPICAL 1. Ski post position when not used 1. Fuel tank vent Always have one person other than the It allows fuel vapors and pressure to operator as an observer. escape from fuel tank.
  • Page 39: Fuel Valve(S)

    42) Fuel Valve(s) 43) Cooling System Bleed Outlet(s) Three-position rotary valve(s): OFF, ON, RES. Rotate the knob to align its notch When engine is running, water must with ON, OFF or RES. flow through this hole. This allows air in engine water jacket to escape. F04L8S1 TYPICAL 1.
  • Page 40: Fuses

    F09H0QY TYPICAL — MAIN BATTERY CUT-OFF SWITCH It is recommended to set in the OFF po- sition whenever performing mainte- nance in the engine compartment, on the electrical system, when transporta- tion or during short term storage. CAUTION: Bear in mind that when the switch is turned OFF while craft is moored, the bilge pump will not start if water comes up in the bilge...
  • Page 41: Fuel And Lubrication

    FUEL AND LUBRICATION CAUTION: Scrupulously follow the Before starting, ensure there are no instructions of this section. Failure fuel fumes in the engine compart- to do so may reduce the engine’s life ment, ventilate using the blower as and/or performance. necessary.
  • Page 42: Recommended Oil

    (or equivalent) NOTE: Always carry a spare 1 liter of injection oil. ➀ If BOMBARDIER injection oil is not CAUTION: Always maintain a suffi- available, API TC high-quality ash- cient amount of injection oil in the less two-stroke injection oil may be oil reservoir.
  • Page 43: Break-In Period

    (12 gal) of gasoline; then, add the required quantity of injection oil in the Engine(s) fuel tank. ® With BOMBARDIER-ROTAX sport boat NOTE: It is important to proceed in this engine(s), a break-in period is required order to allow a proper mixing of the oil before operating the engine(s) at full in the gasoline.
  • Page 44 10-HOUR INSPECTION CHECK LIST Engine ignition timing if required Spark plug inspection, cleaning and adjustment Fuel system lines and fasteners/pressurization test Carburetor adjustment including throttle/choke cables if required Oil lines and filter Oil injection pump adjustment if required Engine support and engine rubber mounts Muffler, battery and reservoir fastening devices Exhaust system hose clamps torque Carburetor flange screws and flame arrester support...
  • Page 45: Pre-Operation Checks

    PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Some of the following items may not WARNING have been previously covered in this guide, however they will be described The pre-operation check is very in the MAINTENANCE or SPECIAL important prior to operating the PROCEDURES section. Please refer vehicle.
  • Page 46: Hull

    Hull Fuel Tank/Oil Reservoirs Inspect hull for cracks or damage. With the craft horizontal, fill the fuel tank. Jet Pump Water Intake(s) Check the oil level and refill reservoir as necessary. Remove weeds, shells, debris or any- thing else that could restrict the flow Check fuel tank/oil reservoirs retaining of water and damage the cooling sys- straps/fasteners.
  • Page 47: Shifter System

    Safety Lanyard and Engine WARNING Start/Stop Button(s) Check throttle lever operation be- Ensure that switch(es) operate properly. fore starting the engine. On twin-engine models, start engines and stop them using each switch indi- Shifter System vidually. Check reverse gate(s) operation for WARNING free movement.
  • Page 48: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Always perform PRE-OPERATION CHECKS before operating the craft. Become thoroughly familiar with all controls and the function of each. Should any control or instruc- tion be not fully understood, refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. Launching/Loading CAUTION: Before launching the craft, ensure the main battery cut-off switch is turned ON and the bilge plugs are fully screwed.
  • Page 49: Trailering

    When finished with loading the boat Principle of Operation on trailer, it is suggested to turn the Propulsion main battery cut-off switch to OFF. Each engine is directly coupled to a After loading the craft, ensure the drive shaft which, in turn, rotates an main battery cut-off switch is turned impeller.
  • Page 50: Boarding From A Dock

    Turning when Using the Reverse WARNING The sport boat behaves differently Whenever an engine is to be start- when using the reverse. The steering ed, the operator and passengers response is the opposite of forward op- should always be sitting in the eration.
  • Page 51: Boarding From The Water

    F04L06Y TYPICAL F04L08Y CAUTION: Although the boat re- TYPICAL quires only 30 cm (1 ft) of water to float, the engine(s) should be start- WARNING ed with at least 90 cm (3 ft) of water below the hull to protect the propul- Engine(s) must not be running sion system.
  • Page 52: Starting

    Starting Always activate bilge blower 5 min- utes minimum before starting the en- gine(s). The bilge blower will ventilate the bilge. WARNING Bilge blower must be turned off during sport boat operation. START START STOP STOP Digitally WARNING Encoded Security System Do not touch electrical parts or jet pump area when engine(s) is (are)
  • Page 53: Rough Water Or Poor Visibility Operation

    Slowly accelerate to reach deeper wa- Reduce speed to idle. Shift to neutral, ter. Do not apply full throttle until the reverse or forward as required when engine(s) is (are) warm. approaching a dock then shut off the engine(s) just before coming along- WARNING side.
  • Page 54 WARNING In shallow water, shells, sand, peb- bles or other objects could be drawn up by the jet pumps and be thrown rearward. As necessary, the cooling system of each engine should be flushed before restarting. To remove sand or shell ac- cumulation which may clog the water passages.
  • Page 55: Post-Operation Care

    POST-OPERATION CARE Engine lubrication and flushing should WARNING be performed when the sport boat is not expected to be used further the Allow engine to cool before per- same day or when the sport boat is forming any maintenance. stored for any extended time. Proceed as follows for both engines (if General Care applicable):...
  • Page 56 F04LA3Y SPORTSTER LT MODEL 1. Flushing connector for port engine 2. Flushing connector for starboard engine NOTE: Either of the flushing connec- F04E14Y tors can be used. The one(s) on the TYPICAL — SPORTSTER LT SHOWN pump support(s), or the upper one(s) in 1.
  • Page 57 5. Remove plug from air intake silenc- er cover. F02H0ZY 947 ENGINE 1. Air intake silencer 2. Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE here 6. Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE lubri- cant keeping engine at fast idle F01F25Z during one minute. 7. Close the water tap then stop the TYPICAL —...
  • Page 58 To prevent corrosion, spray a corrosion 11. Connect spark plug cables to the inhibitor (salt water resistant) such as grounding device of the electrical BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant or equiv- box. alent over metallic components in en- gine compartment. NOTE: Engine fogging should be done...
  • Page 59: Special Procedure

    SPECIAL PROCEDURE Engine Overheating In-water cleaning: Pull safety lanyard to stop engine(s). Let the boat stop by CAUTION: If the monitoring beeper itself then pull the weedless system le- continuously sounds, stop engine(s) ver (refer to POST OPERATION CARE). immediately. This will lower the water intake Perform the Jet Pump Water Intake grate(s).
  • Page 60: Capsized Boat

    Capsized Boat Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant into spark plug holes. The sport boat is designed so that it Crank engine again. should not turn over easily due to its long and wide dimensions. If the sport Reinstall spark plugs. boat ever capsizes, remember that it Start engine normally.
  • Page 61: Low-Charge Battery Condition

    Snugly install the hose pincher on the CAUTION: When finished towing the hose as shown in the following photos. boat you must remove the hose pincher(s) before operating it. Failure to do so will result in damage to the engine(s). Low-Charge Battery Condition WARNING...
  • Page 62: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING Only perform procedures as de- tailed in this guide. It is recom- mended that the assistance of an authorized dealer be periodically obtained on other components/ systems not covered in this guide. Unless otherwise specified, en- gine(s) must not be running and the main battery cut-off switch must be turned OFF for all mainte- nance procedures.
  • Page 63 Throttle/Choke Cable(s) lubricate as follows: Lubricate the throttle and choke ca- Open RH storage compartment cover ble(s) with BOMBARDIER LUBE lubri- and remove basket. cant every 25 hours of use (every 10 hours in salt water use). Grease sliding parts as shown.
  • Page 64: Periodic Inspection

    Rear Storage Compartment Cover Carburetors and Oil Injection Pump Mechanism and Hinges Lubricate springs, shafts and exposed portion of cables. Grease carburetor linkage with synthetic grease. F01F32Y TYPICAL Reverse Gate(s) Lubricate pivoting points and mecha- nism of each side. Rear Storage Compartment Cover Cylinders Lubricate rod of cylinders.
  • Page 65: Fuel And Oil Filters

    Steering/Jet Pump Nozzle WARNING Adjustment Do not alter or tamper with throttle When the steering is aimed in straight cable(s) adjustment or routing. ahead position, the jet pump nozzle(s) should be in the same direction to allow the sport boat to run in a straight line. Refer to an authorized dealer if an ad- justment is necessary.
  • Page 66: Fuses

    Fuses Accessories, Engine Electrical System and Gauges If a fuse is defective, replace by one of the same rating. WARNING Do not use a higher rated fuse as this can cause severe damage. If a fuse has burnt out. Source of mal- function should be determined and connected before restarting.
  • Page 67 When finished, ensure to properly place seal in cover. F04H63Y 1. Slide cover tabs each side of fuse then pull fuse out F04H62Z 1. Properly place seal in cover Carefully position cover on fuse block then firmly push until you hear a snap- ping sound for each locking tab.
  • Page 68: Bilge Air Blower

    When finished, ensure to carefully close electrical box cover so that seal is well positioned. Bilge Air Blower Verify bilge air blower for proper oper- ation. It is located in starboard ventila- tion duct beneath rear storage com- partment cover. F04H67Y TYPICAL 1.
  • Page 69 The assembly is essentially the reverse of removal procedures. However, pay particular attention to the following: Apply dielectric grease on bulb contact surface. When installing the bulb under the up- per terminal plate, it is possible that the bulb remains loose. The cover will compress the terminal plate against the bulb at reinstallation.
  • Page 70: General Inspection And Cleaning

    If at any time, gasoline leaks/odor tone, etc. are found, do not start the en- Wash windscreen with Bombardier gine(s). Have the boat serviced by cleaner (P/N 293 110 001 — 400 g) and an authorized dealer.
  • Page 71: Storage And Pre-Season Preparation

    STORAGE AND PRE-SEASON PREPARATION WARNING Because fuel and oil are flamma- ble, have an authorized Sea-Doo sport boat dealer inspect the fuel and oil systems integrity as speci- fied in the PERIODIC INSPECTION CHART. Storage It is recommended that the sport boat be taken to an authorized dealer for proper storage but the following oper- ations can be performed by you with a...
  • Page 72 CAPACITY (mL) touch up to mechanical parts use Bom- Sportster LE bardier spray paint. For minor gelcoat repairs, a Bombardier repair kit is avail- Sportster LT able. Replace damaged labels/decals. Clean the bilge with hot water and de- Lubricate PTO flywheel at grease fit- tergent or with bilge cleaner.
  • Page 73 Some hoses have to be plugged to pre- vent draining before filling cooling sys- tem jackets with the antifreeze. Use hose pinchers (not supplied) (P/N 529 032 500) or (P/N 295 000 076). F01B23Y TYPICAL — HOSE PINCHER (P/N 529 032 500) A01B2IY TYPICAL —...
  • Page 74 Sportster LT Model Hose Pinchers Installation Install a hose pincher and firmly tighten on: – water injection hose at tuned pipe F04E0YL 1. Hose pincher on injection hose going to tuned pipe – engine drain tube coming from exhaust manifold before T-fitting –...
  • Page 75 F04E1DY F04E1CY TYPICAL 1. Hose pincher right after T-fitting Pour antifreeze until you see it flowing 2. T-fitting out of tuned pipe bleed hose. At this 3. Hose pincher on this hose time only, the entire circuit is filled with 4.
  • Page 76 Anticorrosion Treatment Wipe off any residual water in the en- gine compartment. Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant over metallic components in engine compartment. Lubricate the throttle cable(s) with BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant. Finalizing Storage Preparation Apply a non abrasive wax to body.
  • Page 77: Pre-Season Preparation

    When compo- nent conditions seem less than satisfactory, replace with genuine BOMBARDIER parts or approved equivalents. NOTE: It is highly recommended that an authorized Sea-Doo dealer perform the annual safety inspection and facto- ry campaigns in addition to the pre- season preparation all at the same time.
  • Page 78: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING The following chart is provided to help in diagnosing the probable source of simple troubles. You may be able to solve many of these problems rather quickly, but others may require the skills of a mechanical technician. In such a case, consult an authorized dealer for servicing.
  • Page 79 Engine will not Start OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Refer to monitoring beeper coded signals above. Engine does not turn over and the monitoring beeper sounds. • Safety lanyard removed. • Install cap over switch. Engine does not turn over. •...
  • Page 80 Engine Overheats OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Clogged jet pump water • Clean. Monitoring beeper intake. continuously sounds. • Incorrect type of fuel or • Siphon and refill. oil. • Clogged coolant system. • Flush cooling system with garden hose. Engine Continually Backfires OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE...
  • Page 81: Periodic Inspection Chart

    PERIODIC INSPECTION CHART FREQUENCY DESCRIPTION Fire extinguisher condition/mounting ➃ ✔ ✔➁ GENERAL ➀ ✔ ✔ Lubrication/corrosion protection ✔ ✔ Head bolts, retorque Support and rubber mount ✔ ✔ condition/tightness Exhaust system fasteners/hoses ➃ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ RAVE valve cleaning ENGINE Counterbalance shaft oil level (if so ✔...
  • Page 82 FREQUENCY DESCRIPTION Main battery cut-off switch ➃ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔➁ Lights condition/operation Bilge blower and bilge pump ✔ ✔ ✔➁ inspection ➃ Electrical connections (ignition system, ✔ ✔ ✔ electrical box(es), starting system, ELECTRICAL etc.) ➃ SYSTEM Digitally Encoded Security System ➃...
  • Page 83: Specifications

    One carburetor, single diaphragm type Carburetor with accelerator pump ➀ If BOMBARDIER-ROTAX injection oil is not available, API TC high quality ashless two- stroke injection oil may be used. ➁ Recommended: Exide R-24-130, 12 V, 25 A•h (130 minutes reserve) or R-24-160 (160 min- utes) or equivalent.
  • Page 84 Oil injection reservoir 9 L (2.3 U.S. gal) BOMBARDIER INC. reserves the right to make changes in design and specifica- tions and/or to make additions to, or improvements in its products without im- posing any obligation upon itself to install them on its products previously manu-...
  • Page 85 ENGINE SPORTSTER LE Number of engines Engine type BOMBARDIER-ROTAX 947, 2-stroke Induction type Reed valve Exhaust system Water cooled/water injected with regulator Exhaust valve Rotax Adjustable Variable Exhaust (RAVE) Type Oil injection Lubrication BOMBARDIER Formula XP-S Oil type synthetic injection oil (or equivalent)
  • Page 86 Oil injection reservoir 9 L (2.3 U.S. gal) BOMBARDIER INC. reserves the right to make changes in design and specifica- tions and/or to make additions to, or improvements in its products without im- posing any obligation upon itself to install them on its products previously manu-...
  • Page 87: Metric Information Guide

    SI* METRIC INFORMATION SI* METRIC INFORMATION GUIDE BASE UNITS DESCRIPTION UNIT SYMBOL length..........meter ......... mass ........... kilogram ......force............ newton....... liquid ........... liter ........temperature ........Celsius ....... °C pressure..........kilopascal......torque ..........newton-meter ....N•m land velocity ........kilometer per hour....
  • Page 88: Declaration Ce Of Conformity

    I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the above Directives and Standards. Name of signatory: Fernando Garcia Title of signatory on behalf of Bombardier Motor Corporation of America: Director - Public and Regulatory Affairs — Sea-Doo sport boats...
  • Page 89: Homologation And Certification

    Homologation and Certification These boats comply with the following standards: STANDARD TYPE OF CERTIFICATION United States Coast Guard Self certification Canadian Coast Guard Self certification Russian Maritime Register of Shipping Certify by Russian Maritime Register of Shipping 8, Dvortsovaya Nab., 191186 St.
  • Page 90: Operator's Guide Confirmation Of Receipt

    Operator’s Guide Confirmation of Receipt Your dealer Name: Address: Will assist you and help you to resolve any problems you may have. Upon delivery of your sport boat, complete and sign the form hereunder and forward it to your dealer in order to be covered by our warranty. Warranty conditions are as detailed in the Warranty Section of this guide.
  • Page 91: Change Of Address

    Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your craft becomes necessary. NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.
  • Page 92 Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your watercraft becomes necessary. NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.
  • Page 93 Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your craft becomes necessary. NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.
  • Page 94 Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your watercraft becomes necessary. NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.
  • Page 95 Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your craft becomes necessary. NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.
  • Page 96 Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your watercraft becomes necessary. NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.
  • Page 97 Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your craft becomes necessary. NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.
  • Page 98 Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your watercraft becomes necessary. NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.
  • Page 99 Purchase Date YEAR MONTH Warranty Expiry Date YEAR MONTH To be completed by the dealer at the time of the sale. DEALER IMPRINT AREA Please verify with your selling dealer to ensure your SEA-DOO craft has been registered with Bombardier.

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