Starting & Stopping The Engine; Preparation - Honda ARX1200N2 2004 Owner's Manual

Starting & Stopping the Engine
Always follow the proper starting procedure
described below.
For your safety, avoid starting or operating
the engine in an enclosed area such as a
garage. Your PWC's exhaust contains
poisonous carbon monoxide gas which can
collect rapidly in an enclosed area and cause
illness or death. Running the engine when
your PWC is not in the water can also
damage the engine.
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Basic Operation & Riding

Preparation

Before starting, confirm the following:
• Make sure your PWC is in at least 3 feet (90
cm) of water that is free of debris and
weeds.
3 feet (90cm)
• Push up and down on the rear of your PWC
several times to flush out any sand.
• Check that there are no swimmers, boats, or
obstacles in the area.