Obstacles And Shallow Water; Turning And Accelerating - Polaris 2003 Genesis i Owner's Safety And Maintenance Manual

Operator Safety

Obstacles and Shallow Water

Always be on the lookout for
dangerous obstacles above and
below the water surface, especially
in shallow water. Use extra caution
when riding in unfamiliar areas.
Never ride in water that is less than
two feet (60 cm) deep, and do not
operate at more than an idle speed
in water that is less than six feet
deep. Colliding with an underwater object could result in severe injury
or death. Ingesting sand into the cooling system will also cause the
engine to overheat, which could lead to serious mechanical damage.
If the watercraft has been beached or has been sitting in shallow water,
clear out any sand or small rocks before boarding and restarting the
watercraft. Remove the particles by bouncing the back of the machine
up and down in at least two feet of water. If the craft has been beached,
flush the cooling system.
Failure to flush the cooling system after the watercraft has been
beached could result in serious engine damage. Always follow the
recommended flushing procedures and flush the cooling system
any time the watercraft has been beached.

Turning and Accelerating

Turning and accelerating without checking for other boats and objects
in your path can cause an accident and result in severe injury or death.
Always look behind the watercraft and to each side before accelerating
and before making sudden turns. Always be aware of obstacles,
swimmers and other watercraft.
Quick turns or abrupt changes in speed can cause passengers to lose
their balance and be ejected from the vehicle, which could result in
injury. The operator should always alert any passengers before making
sudden turns or changes in speed.
CAUTION
SAFETY
2 ft. (60cm) Minimum
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