Safety Lanyard And Ignition Switch; Hull; Jet Pump Water Intake; Inlet Grate - Sea-doo ISLANDIA Operator's Manual

Safety Lanyard and
Ignition Switch
Ensure that ignition switch operates
properly.
Start engine and stop it using switch.
See STARTING PROCEDURE.
WARNING
Only start craft once all items have
been checked and operate properly.

Hull

Inspect hull for cracks or damage.

Jet Pump Water Intake

Remove weeds, shells, debris or any-
thing else that could restrict the flow
of water and damage the cooling sys-
tem or propulsion units. Clean as nec-
essary. If any obstruction can not be
removed, refer to an authorized Sea-
Doo dealer for servicing.
Inspect leading edges of the impellers,
if they have nicks or bends, perfor-
mance will be greatly reduced.

Inlet Grate

Ensure inlet grate is not blocked or ob-
structed by any weeds or debris.
Refer to M 2 Jet Drive Operator's Guide.

Bilge

Should water be present in the bilge,
use bilge pump or tilt the craft to the
rear and unscrew drain plugs if craft is
out of the water, as the case may be,
to completely empty the bilge.
Secure bilge drain plugs.
WARNING
Make sure drain plugs are proper-
ly secured prior launching the
craft in water.
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Battery

WARNING
Verify tightness of battery cables
to their posts and condition of re-
taining straps/fasteners. Do not
boost battery while installed.
Fuel Tank/Potable Water
Tank/Oil Reservoir
With the craft horizontal, fill the fuel
tank to specified level.
Check the oil level and refill reservoir
as necessary.
CAUTION: Oil system must be pres-
surized. Always ensure that reser-
voir caps are firmly tighten. Refer to
M 2 Jet Drive Operator's Guide for
complete reservoirs filling proce-
dure.
Check the water level and refill as nec-
essary.
Check fuel tank/potable water tank/oil
reservoir retaining straps/fasteners.

Engine Compartment

WARNING
Should any leak or gasoline odor
be present, do not start the engine.
Consult an authorized Sea-Doo
dealer before use.

Steering System

Assisted by another person, check
steering operation for free movement.
When the steering is centered, the jet
pump nozzle should be in the straight
ahead position. Ensure the jet pump
nozzle pivots easily when steering is
turned.
WARNING
Check steering and corresponding
steering nozzle operation before
starting.