Throttle System; Shifter System; Vts (Variable Trim System) (If So Equipped); Storage Compartment Covers And Seat - Sea-doo 2001 GS Operator's Manual

Throttle System

Check throttle lever for free and smooth
operation. It should return to its initial
position immediately after it is released.
WARNING
Check throttle lever operation be-
fore starting the engine.
CAUTION: Engine can be flooded if
throttle lever is applied several times
when engine is not running. If en-
gine is flooded, it will not start.

Shifter System

Check reverse gate operation for free
movement. With shift lever in forward
position, the gate should be in upward
position; locked on the GTX RFI models
and offering a resistance to go down-
ward on the GTS, GTI, GTX series and
RX series. With the shift lever in neutral
position, gate should be in middle posi-
tion. With shift lever in reverse position,
gate should be in downward position.
WARNING
Verify the reverse gate operation
before starting the engine.
VTS (Variable Trim System)
(if so equipped)
Push on arrows on VTS button to check
nozzle movement.
NOTE: With the safety lanyard discon-
nected, electrical system can be acti-
vated for approximately 33 seconds by
depressing the engine start/stop but-
ton. This is convenient to see the VTS
position in the VTS gauge or informa-
tion center (according to watercraft
model) when the safety lanyard is not
at hand.
Storage Compartment
Covers and Seat
Ensure they are closed and latched.
Make sure seat is securely latched.
Safety Lanyard and Engine
Start/Stop Button
Position shift lever in neutral. Ensure that
both switches operate properly. Start en-
gine and stop it using each switch indi-
vidually.
Should the safety lanyard cap is
loose or fail to remain on its post,
replace it immediately in order to
avoid unauthorized use or theft.
If engine does not shut-off when
pushing engine start/stop button
or by disconnecting the safety lan-
yard, stop the engine by applying
the choke and turning fuel tank
valve (if so equipped) to OFF posi-
tion. Do not operate the watercraft
further, see an authorized Sea-Doo
dealer.
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