Summary of Contents for Mako SLINGSHOT JETBOARD
- Page 1 SAFETY, WATERCRAFT AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION MAKO SLINGSHOT JETBOARD OPERATOR’S GUIDE WARNING: READ THIS GUIDE THOROUGHLY BEFORE USE CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION MAKOBOARDSPORTS.COM...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
- What’s in the box - Aids to navigation YOUR FIRST RIDE ..........23 - The tool kit KNOW YOUR MAKO ..........04 - Shallow water start KNOW YOUR MAKO ..........05 - Throttle control KNOW YOUR ECU ..........06 - Weight-shift turns STANDING UP ............ - Page 4 REMOVING THE ENGINE ........43 SALES POLICY & WARRANTY TROUBLESHOOTING MAKO WARRANTY ..........62 TROUBLESHOOTING ........... 46 MAKO SALES POLICY .......... 63 - Common symptoms of trouble - Information about us ENGINE WILL NOT START ........47 - Eligibility to purchase ENGINE RUNNING ..........
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Page 5: Introduction
Your of personal watercraft within the region in which the Mako jetboard is easy to ride, easy to stow, and with jetboard will be operated. In certain areas, an operator excellent customer service and support, easy to own. -
Page 6: Getting Started
MAKO SLINGSHOT JETBOARD OPERATOR’S GUIDE Getting Started... -
Page 7: Before You Start
JETBOARD DEFINITION THE TOOL KIT The term “jetboard” used throughout this Operator’s Your Mako Slingshot is shipped with a basic tool kit Guide, means a personal watercraft with similar to aid you in the regular ongoing maintenance and aesthetical characteristics of a traditional surfboard,... -
Page 8: Know Your Mako
KNOW YOUR MAKO The quickest and easiest way to maximise your enjoyment out on the water and to keep your board running at its best, for longer, is to know your Mako like the back of your hand. SNORKEL CARBON FIBRE MONOHULL... -
Page 9: Know Your Mako
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - GETTING STARTED KNOW YOUR ENGINE At the heart of your Mako Slingshot AIR INTAKE COOLING OUTLET CARBURETTOR SPARK PLUG CAP jetboard beats the Rotron XT100 STARTER FUEL TANK 2-stroke combustion engine. This JET-DRIVE THROTTLE ARM compact 90cc powerplant delivers... -
Page 10: Know Your Ecu
If your jetboard starts to run irregularly or fails to start when you depress the START/STOP button on the brain of your Mako Slingshot jetboard hand control unit, could imply a failed engine control and is used to regulate spark generation unit (ECU). -
Page 11: Know Your Status
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - GETTING STARTED KNOW YOUR STATUS Your jetboard features an LED status The table below outlines the course of signalling for each status of the LED indicator light. Should the LED indicator light that is located near the... -
Page 12: Cooling
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - GETTING STARTED KEEP YOUR COOL! The XT100 engine that powers your jetboard is cooled by circulating water through the engine block, pumped under pressure by the action of the impeller. Water has a higher heat capacity than air, and can thus move heat more quickly away from the engine. -
Page 13: Setup Your Board
You will hear an audible click. The Mako Slingshot uses a Thruster fin setup and is supplied with three fins which are removed for To remove, brace the front of the fin at its base transport to avoid damage. -
Page 14: Fitting The Carbon Centre Fin
12mm bolts into the four corners of the fin base the Mako online shop or via a Mako Representative. plate. Ensure each retaining bolt is securely You will find the flex and drive pattern slightly tightened. -
Page 15: Your Stance - Regular Or Goofy
If having your left foot forward feels unnatural, chances are you’re just a naturally goofy rider and Whether left foot forward or right, your Mako should switch to steering with your right foot and Slingshot gives you ultimate control of your stance providing precision with your left! and the board. -
Page 16: Adjusting The Grab Line
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK The grab line is attached to the nose of your jetboard Your Mako Slingshot is supplied with a quick install and runs through the snorkel up to the hand control. battery pack which powers the electronic systems of... -
Page 17: Battery Safety
If the charger is left connected to the internal cell damage and render it useless. battery, a periodic top-up charge is applied to In these circumstances the battery is not counteract battery self-discharge. viable for repair and should be disposed of responsibly. MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE... -
Page 18: Battery Storage
Your Mako Slingshot runs on a 50:1 petrol and engine oil mixture. So what does 50:1 mean? It’s simply 50 Locate the fuel cap on the lefthand side of... -
Page 19: Fuel Storage
FUEL STORAGE BOARD BAG: Our Mako Board Bag makes taking your jetboard with you as easy as possible. It’s made using It is recommended that you only mix sufficient fuel toughened materials that can cope with sun, sea, for your planned duration on the water. -
Page 20: Pre-Surf Checklist
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - GETTING STARTED PRE-SURF CHECKLIST Before you kit up and hit the water, it is This pre-surf checklist should only take you around 15 minutes to complete and will help to familiarise always good practice that you carry out... -
Page 21: Start Your Engine
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - GETTING STARTED START YOUR ENGINE Pre-checks done? Then grab your PRIMING THE ENGINE gear, pick up your jetboard and head Securely insert the engine shut-off pin into the down to the shoreline to begin engine bottom of the hand control unit. -
Page 22: Post-Surf Checklist
When the jetboard is used in salt or foul water, compartment closed or in direct sunlight. additional care should be taken to protect your Mako and its components. Rinse the jetboard hull, engine compartment and jet-drive inlet and nozzle with fresh water. Do not use a high pressure washer. -
Page 23: Post-Surf Engine Flush
This post-surf engine flush should only take you around 5-10 minutes to complete and requires the foul water, additional care should be engine flush connector found in your Mako toolkit, taken as part of your post-surf routine and access to a standard outdoor garden hose pipe. -
Page 24: Riding Your Mako
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Page 25: Operating Rules
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - RIDING YOUR MAKO OPERATING RULES Operating your Mako jetboard can be compared with driving a car on unmarked roads. Laws, rules, regulations GIVE WAY and enforcement have been developed ZONE around the world to ensure safe and proper operation of all watercraft. -
Page 26: Overtaking
RESPECT THE RIGHTS OF OTHER WATER USERS and/or bystanders and always keep a safe distance Make sure you know and understand the navigation from all other watercraft, people and objects. system applicable to the waterways where you intend to use your jetboard. MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE... -
Page 27: Your First Ride
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - RIDING YOUR MAKO YOUR FIRST RIDE BEFORE STARTING YOUR MAKO JETBOARD Re-insert the engine shut-off pin into hand control unit and depress the engine START/ IN THE WATER, MAKE SURE YOUR CHOSEN TRAJECTORY CLEAR PEOPLE, STOP button to crank engine while applying OBSTACLES AND OTHER WATERCRAFT. -
Page 28: Standing Up
With your feet securely in the foot straps, start Mako experience; getting to your feet as quickly and smoothly as possible is what it is all about. Making by raising your chest upwards while keeping your knees bent. -
Page 29: Basic Turns
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - RIDING YOUR MAKO BASIC TURNS So you’re regularly getting to your feet TOESIDE TURN and riding straight without any major With a toeside turn, you want to initiate the turn by problems. Well then, it’s time to start... -
Page 30: Deep Water Start
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - RIDING YOUR MAKO DEEP WATER START At some time or another you will come As you squeeze the throttle trigger the jetboard will accelerate forward pulling you along by off your jetboard in deeper waters - your arms. -
Page 31: Hints & Tips
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - RIDING YOUR MAKO HINTS & TIPS Ollie will be. Try and keep your shoulders and FLAT WATER OLLIE body level, as in don’t lean toward the tail or If you haven’t spent a lot of time riding around on nose of your jetboard too much. -
Page 32: Using Your Own Wake
Some of the greatest jetboarding can be found inland, black out, so make sure it isn’t leading the on flat lakes and waterways. The benefit of your charge. jetboard is that you can pull outrageous, frothing MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE... -
Page 33: Loss Of Power - Paddling
When you sway your head and it moves off the vertical axis of your body, something on the other side of your body moves the opposite way. Your head moves left, your feet will move right. This increases your MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE... -
Page 34: Dock/Boat Start
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - RIDING YOUR MAKO DOCK/BOAT START When it comes to riding your Mako Twisting your body around to the correct angle, move your front foot forward to slightly jetboard in the early season or those orientate the front of the board away from colder climates, there’s one thing that... -
Page 35: Racing Start
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - RIDING YOUR MAKO RACING START When your back foot is firmly planted in a BEFORE STARTING YOUR MAKO JETBOARD IN THE WATER, MAKE SURE YOUR CHOSEN comfortable position, depress the engine START/STOP button to crank engine while... -
Page 36: Storage & Transport
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - RIDING YOUR MAKO STORAGE & TRANSPORT SHORT-TERM STORAGE Remove the battery pack from its housing. » Store batteries only after its full charge cycle. For short-term storage, for example stowing the Before the battery pack is used again, recharge board between riding sessions, it is recommended prior to use. -
Page 37: Jetboard Maintenance
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Page 38: Maintenance Schedule
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - JETBOARD MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE A COMPLETE SERVICE INSPECTION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED EVERY 12 MONTHS COMPONENT OPERATION CHECK / CLEAN SPARK PLUG REPLACE DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG CAP CHECK / CONNECT FUEL LINE REPLACE CARBURETTOR CHECK SETTINGS CHECK / CLEAN... - Page 39 DENIED IF, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THE OWNER is not conditioned on the use of an authorised CAUSED THE PROBLEM THROUGH IMPROPER Mako Agent or any other establishment with which MAINTENANCE OR USE. Mako Boardsports has a commercial relationship. Unauthorised service, repair or modification may result in a warranty claim being denied.
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Page 40: Basic Maintenance
TOUCH. DISREGARDING THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD spark plug. CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE JETBOARD OR RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY. Place the Mako spanner over the hex nut of the spark plug. Exert some pressure while turning SPARK PLUG the spanner in an anti-clockwise direction. -
Page 41: Spark Plug Installation
If you’re using a new plug, it should be clean with the Place the Mako spanner over the hex nut and tip of the side electrode centred over the centre continue turning the plug clockwise until you meet resistance. -
Page 42: Default Carburettor Settings
Locate the black high-jet adjustment screw and gently turn it clockwise until the needle just Mako Agents are not to modify the engine in any touches the seat. Repeat process using the red manner that would alter the horsepower or allow low-jet adjustment screw. -
Page 43: Post-Surf Clean Down
Towel, WD-40 Oil Spray helps you to draw up the oil easily from the container. Ensure the board is placed on a secure surface. Allow the engine to cool for about 15 minutes before performing the Post-Surf clean down. MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE... -
Page 44: Carbon Fibre Hull Protection
RESPECT THE ENVIRONMENT BY ENSURING Place the Mako spanner over the hex nut of the FUEL, OIL OR CLEANING SOLUTIONS DO NOT spark plug. Exert some pressure while turning DRAIN INTO THE WATERWAYS. - Page 45 When the spark plug turns freely, finish the job crank over and you will visually see any excess by removing the Mako spanner from the hex fuel or water ingression expelled from the nut and turning it by hand until the plug is free cylinder through the spark plug hole.
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Page 46: Drain Flooded Engine By Hand
IF YOU DO NOT PLAN ON REINSTALLING A Place the Mako spanner over the hex nut of the CHARGED BATTERY PACK OR CARRYING spark plug. Exert some pressure while turning OUT ANY REQUIRED REPAIR FOR A LENGTHY the spanner in an anti-clockwise direction. -
Page 47: Removing The Engine
Mako representative for service or repair. towards the inlet. Depress the orange release collar and gently pull out the pipe. - Page 48 MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE...
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Page 49: Troubleshooting
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Page 50: Troubleshooting
Boardsports website and YouTube channel. REGARDING THEIR ABILITY TO PERFORM THE REPAIR. FAILURE TO PROPERLY REPAIR AND SERVICE YOUR Each video shows an experience member of the Mako JETBOARD ACCORDING TO THE RECOMMENDED team walk you through each step of the process. The... -
Page 51: Engine Will Not Start
Contact Mako Service Centre or your its tail. Rotate drive shaft manually to Mako representative. expel water ingression. IF PROBLEM PERSISTS. CEASE ALL OPERATION. CONTACT MAKO BOARDSPORTS OR AN AUTHORISED MAKO AGENT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE... -
Page 52: Engine Running
Ensure LED indicator is Engine Control Unit (ECU) Unplug ECU and test voltage illuminated. with multimeter. Replace ECU. IF PROBLEM PERSISTS. CEASE ALL OPERATION. CONTACT MAKO BOARDSPORTS OR AN AUTHORISED MAKO AGENT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE... - Page 53 Replace jetdrive seals. Jetdrive Check seals for damage. Check hull for damage. Repair minor damage. Hull Contact Mako representative. IF PROBLEM PERSISTS. CEASE ALL OPERATION. CONTACT MAKO BOARDSPORTS OR AN AUTHORISED MAKO AGENT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE...
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Page 54: Led Indicator
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - TROUBLESHOOTING LED INDICATOR Your jetboard features an LED status The table below outlines the course of signalling for each status of the LED indicator light. Should the indicator light that is located above primary LED status indicator light become faulty, a... -
Page 55: Safety Information
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Page 56: Introduction
TIMES. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS expectation of long, safe and enjoyable ownership INJURY OR EVEN DEATH. of your Mako Slingshot jetboard. If any of the information presented in this Operator’s Guide is not clearly understood, contact one of our Mako... -
Page 57: Safety Matters
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY MATTERS CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING FUEL SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS CARBON MONOXIDE CAN BE EXTREMELY FUEL IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE AND HIGHLY DIFFICULT TO DETECT AND CAN ACCUMULATE EXPLOSIVE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS. WITHOUT AWARENESS. EXPOSURE CAN BE ALWAYS WORK IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA. -
Page 58: Modifications
BURNS & MOVING PARTS While afloat in the water, do not attempt to » The Mako Slingshot is not a toy. The jetboard is swim unless it is to reach a nearby watercraft, intended solely for use as described in this Operator’s fellow survivor, or a floating object onto which Guide and the purpose envisaged for it on delivery. -
Page 59: Jetboard Registration
In many jurisdictions, it will not be necessary to in a state of good condition to avoid potential register your Mako jetboard within the country water contamination. Should the rider deduce a or region of principal use. However, because the failure or damage the jetboard, operation should jetboard is motorised, registration may be necessary. -
Page 60: Safety Gear
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY GEAR It is expected that riders will, from time RECOMMENDED CLOTHING to time, fall off the jetboard, even in SEVERE INTERNAL INJURIES CAN OCCUR IF normal operation. WATER IS FORCED INTO BODY CAVITIES AS A... -
Page 61: Helmets
For adventures that may take you beyond the boundaries of cellular networks, Mako Boardsports THE BENEFITS: A helmet helps to reduce the risk of... -
Page 62: Safe Operation
Make sure you read and understand the drive may pick up small stones or debris and throw it “Riding Your Mako” section of this Operator’s Guide rearward causing a risk of injuring people, damaging to become completely familiar with the controls and the jet-drive unit, or other property and watercraft. - Page 63 Ensure that any riders know how to swim and how to re-board the jetboard from the water. See best practice instructions in the “Riding your Mako” section of this Operator’s Guide. Boarding in deep water can be strenuous. Practice in chest-deep water before operating or embarking on your jetboard in deep water.
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Page 64: Safety Exercises
MAKO OPERATOR’S GUIDE - SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY EXERCISES It is always a good idea to practice and under various operating conditions. Stopping distance will vary depending on initial speed, weight of rider, wind get familiar with all controls, functions and water conditions. -
Page 65: Sales Policy & Warranty
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Page 66: Mako Warranty
Labour charges for warranty parts replacement » make a claim under UK consumer law or the Mako or changeover. 12-Month Limited Warranty (whichever is applicable). Shipping charges and local import taxes for »... -
Page 67: Mako Sales Policy
If we are unable to accept your order for any reason, we will inform you of this and will In order to make purchases through the Mako Online not charge you for the product(s). Store, you will be requested to register and provide your personal details. -
Page 68: Products
Mako Boardsports, we will not be liable for any delay we cannot guarantee that a device’s display of the or non-delivery. We take all reasonable care to make colours accurately reflects the colour of the products. -
Page 69: Delivery
Refunds can take up to 21 days to show back in your Owners are encouraged register their purchase account from the date of processing the return. directly with Mako Boardsports to ensure fast and effective support is available. Returning an item is your responsibility until it reaches If you receive a faulty or damaged item or find that us. -
Page 70: Your Key Legal Rights
Please see section: process. You can return products after receipt in “Faulty items”. accordance with our Returns Policy or your right to cancel. MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE... -
Page 71: Our Rights To End The Contract
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Page 72: Direct Contact Information
English courts. DIRECT CONTACT INFORMATION MAKO BOARDSPORTS LTD. 14 CHALDICOTT BARNS TOKES LANE SEMLEY DORSET SP7 9AW UNITED KINGDOM Tel: +44 (0)1747 448 667 Email: info@makoboardsports.com Web: www.makoboardsports.com MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE... -
Page 73: Declaration Of Conformity
EC certificate has been issued. Name and Function: GUY MARSON, MANAGING DIRECTOR, MAKO BOARDSPORTS LTD. Year of Issue: 2021 Place of Issue: DORSET, UNITED KINGDOM... - Page 74 MAKO BOARDSPORTS 14 CHALDICOTT BARNS, TOKES LANE, SEMLEY, DORSET SP7 9AW UK INFO@MAKOBOARDSPORTS.COM +44 (0)1747 448 667 WWW.MAKOBOARDSPORTS.COM MK-M1400-DWV5.0-MAR2021...
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