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Sea-doo GS5847 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 2 VALCOURT, QC CANADA J0E 2L0 The following trademarks are property of Bombardier Inc.: SEA-DOO ® ® Bombardier Lube Sea-Doo Jet Pump Synthetic Oil Sea-Doo Synthetic Grease Litho’d in Canada (SMO-9901 ML) ® *Trademarks of Bombardier Inc. www.SeaDooManuals.net All rights reserved ©...
  • Page 3 Doin'it on your new Sea-Doo Watercraft Congratulations, you are now the proud owner of a Sea-Doo personal watercraft. Whether you are an experienced boater or are new to the sport of boating, we ask you to take the time to view the Videocassette provided with the watercraft, to read this Operator’s Guide , the Safety Handbook and familiarize yourself with...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS FOREWORD ................; SAFETY WARNING ..............LIST OF DISTRIBUTORS ............. BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY: ® 1999 SEA-DOO WATERCRAFT ..........10 REGISTRATION NUMBER LOCATION ......... 12 LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS ........13 WATERCRAFT IDENTIFICATION..........20 Hull Identification Number...............
  • Page 5 31) Fuel Tank Cap ................... 32) Jet Pump Water Intake ..............33) Rear Vent Grills ................. 34) Shift Lever..................35) Rear Seat Latch................. 36) Rear Storage Basket ................. 37) Glove Box..................38) Reverse Gate ..................39) Water Tank Trap Drains ..............40) Engine Cover Latches ...............
  • Page 6 Rough/Choppy Water Operation ............. Crossing Waves..................Stopping/Docking ..................Beaching....................Shutting Off the Engine................POST-OPERATION CARE ............57 General Care.................... Additional Care for Foul Water or Salt Water .......... Cooling System Flushing and Engine Internal Lubrication....... Anticorrosion Treatment................SPECIAL PROCEDURES.............. 61 Engine Overheating .................

  • Page 7: Foreword

    WARRANTY section in this Guide, stall them on products previously or an authorized SEA-DOO dealer. manufactured. This Guide uses the following sym- Bombardier Inc. reserves the right at...

  • Page 8: Safety Warning

    SAFETY WARNING To fully appreciate the pleasures, en- Operator and passenger(s) should joyment and excitement of boating wear suitable body protection, as well there are some basic rules that MUST as deck shoes or booties. Long hair or be observed and followed by any boat- loose clothes should be securely at- er.
  • Page 9 Ensure that all passengers know how Like any other boat, this craft has no to reboard the craft from the water. brake. Stopping distance will vary de- pending on initial speed, load, wind, Always have an observer while towing and water conditions. Practice stop- a skier.
  • Page 10 Due to the close proximity of other racers, it is recommended that an ap- proved personal watercraft helmet be used during racing events. Read and follow all instructions and warnings provided with the helmet. The engine and the corresponding components identified in this guide should not be utilized on product(s) other than those they were designed for.

  • Page 11: List Of Distributors

    Phone: (709) 634-3533 FAX: (709) 634-2444 If your SEA-DOO watercraft requires warranty service, you must take it to any authorized SEA-DOO dealer. Be sure to bring your warranty registration card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase. If a question or problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the service manager or owner of the SEA-DOO dealership.

  • Page 12: Bombardier Limited Warranty: 1999 Sea-Doo Watercraft

    FOUR (4) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS for commercial use owners. All genuine Bombardier accessories, installed by an authorized SEA-DOO dealer at the time of delivery of the new and unused SEA-DOO, carry the same Warran- ty Coverage Period as for the SEA-DOO watercraft.
  • Page 13 If further assistance is required, the DISTRIBUTOR's service department should be contacted in order to resolve the matter. In the USA, SEA-DOO Products are distributed by B.M.C.A. c) If the issue has still not been resolved, please submit in writing your complaint...

  • Page 14: Registration Number Location

    REGISTRATION NUMBER LOCATION All personal watercraft are required by federal law to be registered and legally numbered. Due to space availability for proper display of registration number, refer to follow- ing illustration for location. The registration number must appear on each side of the watercraft.

  • Page 15: Location Of The Important Labels

    LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS Please read the following labels carefully before operating this watercraft. SP Series 2-6-11 F01L8WM TYPICAL www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 16 GS Series 6-11 F06L0RM TYPICAL www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 17 XP Series 2-11 F08L0PM TYPICAL www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 18 GTS Series 2-11 F02L2QM TYPICAL www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 19 GT Series F07L0TM TYPICAL www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 20 WARNING Read all warning label, Operator Guide & safety documents before operating. Severe injury or death can result from ignoring such information or improper use of the watercraft. Check throttle & steering operation before starting engine. Properly attach safety tether to your PFD. Directional control is lost when throttle is released or engine shut off.

  • Page 21: Emission Control Information

    WARNING WHILE FUELING, STOP ENGINE. FUEL TANK MAY BE PRESSURIZED, SLOWLY TURN CAP WHEN OPENING. KEEP WATERCRAFT LEVEL. DO NOT OVERFILL. CHECK OIL LEVEL. PERIODICALLY, VERIFY FUEL SYSTEM. F01L6VY F02L3FY • WARNING GTS MODEL DO NOT BOOST BATTERY WHILE INSTALLED. WARNING F00L05Y NOT A GRAB HANDLE...

  • Page 22: Watercraft Identification

    WATERCRAFT IDENTIFICATION The main components of the water- It is composed of 9 digits: craft (engine and hull) are identified by different serial numbers. It may some- times become necessary to locate Z Z N 1 2 3 4 5 L 4 9 5 these numbers for warranty purposes Model year or to trace the watercraft in the event...
  • Page 23 787 Engine The Engine Identification Number (E.I.N.) is located on the upper crank- case on PTO side. F01D87Y 1. Engine Identification Number 947 Engine The Engine Identification Number (E.I.N.) is located on the upper crank- case on MAGNETO side. F06D15Y 1.

  • Page 24: Components Identification

    COMPONENTS IDENTIFICATION NOTE: Some components do not apply or are optional on some models. SPX Model 17 23 10-22 17 27 31 29 21 F01L91L TYPICAL www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 25 GS Series 10-22 28 24 29 21 30 F06L0ZL TYPICAL — GS, GSX LIMITED AND GSX RFI MODELS www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 26 XP Limited 9 42 10-22 21-27 F08L0SM TYPICAL www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 27 GTS Model 10-22 31 21 F02L3IL TYPICAL www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 28 GT Series 45 20 1 34 8 47 28 29 21 45 26 44 F07L1CL TYPICAL — GTI, GTX LIMITED AND GTX RFI MODELS www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 29 1. Handlebar 27. Engine Compartment 2. Throttle Lever 28. Oil Injection Tank Cap 3. Start/Stop Button 29. Tool Kit 4. Choke Lever 30. Storage Compartment Cover Hinge/Locking Mechanism 5. Fuel Valve 31. Fuel Tank Cap 6. Safety Lanyard Switch 32. Jet Pump Water Intake 7.

  • Page 30: Components Functions

    COMPONENTS FUNCTIONS 1) Handlebar 3) Engine Start/Stop Button The handlebar controls the direction of the watercraft. Turning the handlebar To start engine, depress and hold the to the right steers the watercraft to button. Release immediately after en- the right and inversely. gine is started.

  • Page 31: Fuel Valve

    5) Fuel Valve All Models except GTX RFI and GSX RFI A 3-position rotating valve: OFF, ON and RESERVE: OFF: Stop fuel supply to carburetor(s). CAUTION Turn valve to OFF position when watercraft is not operated. F00L07Y 1. Safety lanyard cap on the switch ON: Allows fuel to flow to carbure- 2.

  • Page 32: Docking Eyelets

    To find out the meaning of the moni- toring beeper coded signals, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING section. 7) Docking Eyelets All Models Except XP Limited These eyelets can be temporarily used for docking, while refueling for example. F01L8XZ TYPICAL 1. Seat latch To remove seat, pull the latch lever up- ward and hold.

  • Page 33: Rear Grab Handle

    11) Cooling System Bleed Outlet(s) All Models Except XP Limited F06L12Y ALL MODELS EXCEPT SPX AND GTX Pull latch lever to insert it over the rear lock pin. Release latch lever then firm- ly push on rear of the seat to relatch. WARNING Periodically verify the seat lock pin and tighten if needed.

  • Page 34: Jet Pump Nozzle

    CARE and look for cooling sys- F02L2FY tem flushing or refer to an autho- 1. Unscrew rized Sea-Doo dealer for servicing. 2. Tighten Tilt the watercraft slightly to the rear 12) Jet Pump Nozzle so that the water can completely flow It is turned from side to side via rider out of the bilge.

  • Page 35: Variable Trim System Button

    Stern Eyelet 18) Variable Trim System Gauge Bombardier F07L0YY F01H4RY 1. Stern eyelet TYPICAL 1. Bow up 16) Variable Trim System 2. Bow down Button The VTS gauge shows the riding angle Located just below engine start/stop of the watercraft. button, this button is used to change pump nozzle position and to adjust 19) Storage Compartment...

  • Page 36: Boarding Platform

    All Models Except XP Limited The basket is provided with a holder to store an approved fire extinguisher and tool kit. A second holder contains Operator’s Guide and can be used to carry personal articles. Fire extinguish- er (sold separately) should not be loose in the storage compartment.

  • Page 37: Speedometer

    Bombardier F01G07Y F01L95Y 1. Low oil warning light 1. Dipstick NOTE: With the safety lanyard discon- nected, electrical system can be acti- The dipstick indicates the amount of vated for approximately 33 seconds oil to be added in the tank. Oil level by depressing the engine start/stop should be maintained between FULL button.

  • Page 38: Tool Kit

    31) Fuel Tank Cap Unscrew the cap counterclockwise to allow fuel tank filling. Fully tighten when finished. WARNING Never use a lit match or open flame to check fuel level. 32) Jet Pump Water Intake The water is drawn up by the impeller F08L0VZ through this opening.

  • Page 39: Rear Seat Latch

    39) Water Tank Trap WARNING Drains Shift lever should only be used If water enters the air intake opening, when the engine is idling and wa- a water tank trap with a baffle sepa- tercraft is completely stopped. rates water from the air then evacu- Never rev the engine at high RPM.

  • Page 40: Storage Compartment Cover Safety Lock

    45) Storage Compartment 46) Handlebar Adjustment Cover Safety lock Knob A convenient lock is provided to pro- The handlebar height can be adjusted tect personal articles when the water- to suit rider preferences. craft is unattended. To perform this adjustment, turn the knob underneath the handlebar.

  • Page 41: Boarding Step

    48) Boarding Step 49) Info Center Gauge A convenient step to help reboarding This is a LCD multifunction gauge. It the watercraft. features the following functions: GSX Limited and GSX RFI Models WARNING – clock Engine must be OFF when using –...
  • Page 42 MULTIFUNCTION GAUGE LANGUAGE OPTION OPERATION While in the clock/compass mode, press and hold the SET button for at DISPLAY PRIORITIES least 2 seconds. Language option will The clock/compass function is the ba- be displayed. sic mode of the Info Center gauge. Press the MODE button to scroll lan- Use the compass as a guide only.

  • Page 43: Fuel And Lubrication

    FUEL AND LUBRICATION Fueling Procedure Recommended Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline with 87 WARNING octane (Ron + Mon)/2 specification. NOTE: Look on service station pump Follow these safe boating fueling sticker for octane specification. Do not instructions explicitly. mix oil with fuel except at engine break-in.

  • Page 44: Oil Injection System

    Immediately refer This fully synthetic oil will provide out- to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer standing lubrication and cleanliness, to have the oil injection system in- less friction and wear for greater en- spected.

  • Page 45: Break-In Period

    BREAK-IN PERIOD Engine To add injection oil in the fuel tank, pro- ceed as follows: With Bombardier-Rotax ® watercraft Fill fuel tank with approximately 15 li- engines, a break-in period is required ters (4 gal) of gasoline; then, add the before operating the engine at full required quantity of injection oil in the throttle.
  • Page 46 10-HOUR INSPECTION CHECK LIST Engine ignition timing if required Spark plug inspection, cleaning and adjustment Fuel system lines and fasteners/pressurization test Carburetor adjustment including throttle/choke cables if required Oil lines and filter Oil injection pump adjustment if required Engine support and engine rubber mounts Muffler, battery and reservoir fastening devices Exhaust system hose clamps Throttle body and flame arrester base (RFI)

  • Page 47: Pre-Operation Checks

    PRE-OPERATION CHECKS Some of the following items may not have been previously covered in this Guide, however they will be described in the MAINTENANCE or SPECIAL PROCE- DURES section. Please refer to these sections to have more detailed informa- tion. Prior to your daily ride, verify the following: WARNING Safety lanyard must always be removed from switch prior to verifying...

  • Page 48: Bilge

    Inspect leading edges of the impeller, Steering and Throttle if they have nicks or bends perfor- Systems mance will be greatly reduced. Assisted by another person, check steering operation for free movement. Bilge When the handlebar is horizontal, the Should water be present in the bilge, jet pump nozzle should be in the tilt the watercraft to the rear and un- straight ahead position.

  • Page 49: Safety Lanyard And Engine Start/Stop Button

    OFF position. Do not op- erate the watercraft further, see an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. Clothing WARNING Always wear a Coast Guard ap- proved PFD. It is also recommend-...

  • Page 50: Operating Instructions

    The reverse gate will be trol or instruction not be fully un- in the middle position, deviating half of derstood, refer to an authorized the thrust to minimize watercraft move- Sea-Doo dealer. ment. WARNING Principle of Operation Propulsion...
  • Page 51 F07J0NY F07J0OY TYPICAL TYPICAL 1. Reverse gate in middle position 1. Reverse gate in downward position To obtain reverse position, pull shift le- NOTE: To get maximum efficiency and ver completely. The reverse gate will control from the reverse, increase en- be in downward position, deviating all gine speed to just above idle.
  • Page 52 Variable Trim System (if applicable) The variable trim system (VTS) chang- es the angle of the jet pump nozzle to provide the operator with a fast, effec- tive system to compensate for load, thrust, riding position and water condi- tions. Correctly adjusted, it can im- prove handling, reduce porpoising, Bombardier and position the watercraft at its best...
  • Page 53 When the nozzle is directed down- Steering ward, the bow is forced downward and enhances the craft turning capa- bilities. As with any watercraft, speed and operator body position and move- ment (body English), will determine the degree and sharpness of the craft turn.

  • Page 54: Boarding From A Dock Or In Shallow Water

    Boarding from a Dock or In shallow water, board the watercraft either from the side or the rear. in Shallow Water As with any craft, getting aboard WARNING should be done carefully. When boarding from a dock, slowly An inexperienced operator should place one foot on the watercraft floor- practice how to get aboard close board nearest the dock and, at the...
  • Page 55 GSX RFI, GTX RFI Models Cold and Warm Engine Firmly grip handlebar with both hands and place both feet on the floorboard. To start engine, depress and hold the start button. Release immediately af- ter engine is started. NOTE: Do not depress the throttle le- ver to start either a cold or warm en- gine.

  • Page 56: Boarding In Deep Water

    Boarding in Deep Water WARNING Inexperienced riders should prac- tice how to get aboard close to shore first before venturing into deep water. Operator Alone F01L4KY Swim to the rear of the watercraft. Sit astride the seat. Attach the safety lanyard to the opera- tor’s PFD and snap the cap to the switch before starting the engine.

  • Page 57: Rough/Choppy Water Operation

    Stopping/Docking The watercraft is slowed by water drag. The stopping distance will vary depending on the watercraft size, car- rying weight, water condition, wind and current. F01L4OY Attach the safety lanyard cap to the switch before starting the engine. WARNING Do not start engine until the pas- senger(s) are properly seated.

  • Page 58: Beaching

    Beaching Proceed the same way as for docking except for the following: Approach the beach slowly and shut off the engine when there is about 90 cm (3 ft) of water under the hull. F07A0EY WARNING In shallow water, shells, sand, pebbles or other objects could be drawn up by the jet pump and damage impeller, components or...

  • Page 59: Post-Operation Care

    POST-OPERATION CARE General Care Engine lubrication and flushing should be performed when the watercraft is Remove the watercraft from the wa- not expected to be used further the ter every day to prevent marine organ- same day or when the watercraft is isms growth.
  • Page 60 All Models Start the engine then immediately open the water tap. WARNING Do not touch any electrical parts or jet pump area when engine is running. CAUTION F02E03Y GTS MODEL Never flush a hot engine. Always 1. Fitting spigot start the engine before opening 2.
  • Page 61 CAUTION When engine begins to run irreg- ularly because of fuel starvation, immediately stop water flow be- fore engine dies. Close the water tap then stop the en- gine. CAUTION F01H64Y Always close the water tap be- GTS MODEL fore stopping the engine. 1.

  • Page 62: Anticorrosion Treatment

    GSX RFI and GTX RFI Models Fully apply throttle lever then install safety lanyard on the switch. Depress start/stop button to crank en- gine a few turns. NOTE: Proceeding in this order, no fuel will be injected into the engine. Apply anti-seize lubricant on spark plug threads then reinstall them.

  • Page 63: Special Procedures

    OPERATION CARE. – Repeat procedure if necessary. If engine still overheats, refer to an au- thorized Sea-Doo dealer for servicing. On Beach Cleaning Place a cardboard or a carpet beside Jet Pump Water Intake the watercraft to prevent scratching...

  • Page 64: Capsized Watercraft

    CAUTION Inspect water intake grate for damage. Refer to an authorized TO AVOID POSSIBLE ENGINE FLOODING WHEN ROLLED OVER : Sea-Doo dealer for repair as nec- essary. MAKE SURE ENGINE IS OFF GRAB INLET GRATE AND STEP ON BUMPER RAIL...

  • Page 65: Submerged Watercraft

    Towing the Watercraft in clockwise (seen from rear). Water CAUTION Special precautions should be taken when towing a Sea-Doo watercraft in Always refer to decal located on water. stern of watercraft. Maximum recommended towing speed is 24 km/h (15 MPH).

  • Page 66: Low-Charge Battery Condition

    CAUTION When finished towing the water- craft, hose pincher must be re- moved before operating it. Low-charge Battery Condition See your Sea-Doo dealer to have it charged or replaced. WARNING F08E03Y Do not charge or boost the bat- XP LIMITED tery while installed on the water- 1.
  • Page 67 Flooded Engine If the engine does not start and it is suspected to be flooded, proceed as follows: Remove spark plug cables and con- nect them on the grounding device. WARNING Always use spark plug cable grounding device when remov- ing spark plugs.

  • Page 68: Maintenance

    F06I04Y Lubrication GS, GTS AND GTI MODELS Use SEA-DOO synthetic grease and 1. Flywheel guard 2. Wing nuts lubricate PTO flywheel every 10 hours. Proceed as follows: Remove seat(s) to expose engine compartment (for the XP Limited, re- move rear access panel).
  • Page 69 Electrical Connections As necessary, apply anticorrosion product such as dielectric grease on battery posts and all exposed cable connectors. CAUTION Do not lubricate connectors of the Multi-Purpose Electronic Module. F01I0BY 1. Grease PTO flywheel Additional Lubrication Secure PTO flywheel guard. BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant will help to prevent corrosion and keep Seal Carrier...

  • Page 70: Periodic Inspection

    Reverse System GTS Model Lubricate support plate sliding area of sliding block and triangular lever with synthetic grease. Also lubricate sliding washer and shift lever stem. F01L51Y TYPICAL Carburetor and Oil Injection Pump Lubricate springs, shafts and exposed portion of cables. NOTE: Grease carburetor linkage with synthetic grease (twin carbs).

  • Page 71: Periodic Inspection Chart

    Periodic Inspection Chart FREQUENCY every every every every To be DESCRIPTION performed hours or hours hours hours seasonally Lubrication/corrosion protection OPERATOR Engine ignition timing DEALER Spark plug replacement DEALER Fuel injector cleaning (RFI) DEALER Fuel injector sensors verification (RFI) DEALER Throttle/choke cables, inspection/lubrication OPERATOR Carburetor adjustment including choke/throttle cable...

  • Page 72: Throttle And Choke Cable Inspection

    This critical ad- justment must be performed by an au- thorized Sea-Doo dealer once a year or more often if necessary. www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 73: Vacuum Bailer Pick-Ups

    1. Push on arrow pointing downward on VTS button 2. No interference 3. Nozzle down If VTS needs to be readjusted, refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. CAUTION Trim ring and/or nozzle must not interfere at any position. F02L3KY 1. Outlets...

  • Page 74: Fuses

    Fuses WARNING I f w ir es o r co n n ec ti o n s a r e frayed, squeezed or broken, see an authorized Sea-Doo dealer im- mediately. SPX Model The electrical system is protected with 4 fuses.
  • Page 75 GTS Model GSX RFI and GTX RFI Models The electrical system is protected with The electrical system is protected 2 fuses. with 6 fuses. A 15 A fuse protects the MPEM. If the Three fuses are located on the Multi- battery is regularly discharged, check Purpose Electronic Module (MPEM) fuse condition.
  • Page 76 Use the tabs of the fuse cover to re- move and reinstall fuses. F07H0HY F06H1TY REAR ELECTRICAL BOX OPENED 1. Fuse cover 1. Fuse holders (20 A) 2. Fuse tabs 2. Fuse holder (1 A) NOTE: There are 3 spare fuses on the Unclip and pull out fuse holders to MPEM.
  • Page 77 Remove vent tube support (GS and WARNING GSX Limited). Locate the electrical box. If any water is found in the elec- trical box(es), immediately refer Unclip and remove cover of the elec- to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer trical box. before operating the watercraft. www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 78: General Inspection And Care

    WARNING If any gasoline leak or odor is found, do not start the engine. Have the watercraft serviced by an authorized Sea-Doo dealer im- mediately. Inspect muffler, battery and fuel/oil tank fastening devices. Check electri- cal connections for corrosion and tightness.

  • Page 79: Transportation, Storage And Pre-Season Preparation

    AND PRE-SEASON PREPARATION Transportation Storage It is recommended that the watercraft WARNING be serviced by an authorized Sea-Doo dealer for storage but the following Always turn the fuel valve to OFF operations can be performed by you position when transporting or with a minimum of tools.
  • Page 80 (75W90 GL5 type C gear lube). Refer to an authorized dealer for this operation. CAUTION Use only SEA-DOO jet pump oil or equivalent synthetic gear oil, otherwise component service life could be reduced. Do not mix oil brands or types.
  • Page 81 Install a hose pincher to engine drain CARE. hose near the PTO flywheel guard. Battery Contact your authorized Sea-Doo deal- er or refer to the appropriate Shop Manual for proper storage procedure. Anticorrosion Treatment Wipe off any residual water in the en- gine compartment.
  • Page 82 F06E0EY 717 AND 787 ENGINES F01E1EY 1. Disconnect engine water outlet hose 1. Coupler hose 2. Hose pincher 3. Fitting spigot Pour the antifreeze slowly mixed with water in coupler hose until the colored solution appears in the engine drain hose.
  • Page 83 Temporarily install a short piece of At pre-season preparation, drain the hose to engine water outlet at cylinder remaining antifreeze from cooling sys- head. tem prior using the watercraft. Insert a funnel into hose and pour an- The following steps should be per- tifreeze mixed with water in engine formed to provide the watercraft en- until the colored solution appears in...

  • Page 84: Pre-Season Preparation

    The seat should be partially left opened during storage (rear access cover for the XP Limited). This will avoid engine com- partment condensation and possible corrosion. Pre-Season Preparation Use the following chart. Since technical skills and special tools are required, some operations should be performed by an authorized dealer.
  • Page 85 Pre-Season Preparation Chart NOTE: It is highly recommended that the dealer perform the annual safety in- spection and factory campaigns in addition to the pre-season preparation all at the same time. OPERATIONS To be performed by Lubrication/corrosion protection OPERATOR Battery condition/charging and reinstallation DEALER Battery, starter connections and routing DEALER...

  • Page 86: Troubleshooting

    You may be able to solve many of these problems rather quickly, but others may require the skills of a mechanical technician. In such cases, consult an authorized Sea-Doo dealer for servicing. Monitoring Beeper Coded Signals CODED SIGNALS...

  • Page 87: Engine Overheats

    Engine Misfires, Runs Irregularly OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Fouled/defective/worn Weak spark. Replace. spark plugs. • Faulty rev limiter. Refer to an authorized dealer. • Too much oil supplied to Improper oil pump adjustment, refer engine. to an authorized dealer. •...
  • Page 88 Watercraft Can Not Reach Top Speed OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Jet pump water intake Cavitation. Clean. clogged. • Damaged impeller. Replace. Refer to an authorized dealer. Abnormal Noise From Propulsion System OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Weeds or debris jammed Cavitation.
  • Page 89 GTX RFI and GSX RFI Models Monitoring Beeper Coded Signals CODED SIGNALS POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Confirms safety lanyard 2 short beeps (while Engine can be started. signal operation. installing safety lanyard on switch). • Safety lanyard on switch 1 long beep (while Remove and reinstall safety lanyard for more than 10 minutes installing safety lanyard on...
  • Page 90 Engine Misfires, Runs Irregularly OTHER OBSERVATION POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY • Fouled/defective/worn Weak spark. Replace. spark plugs. • Faulty rev limiter. Refer to an authorized dealer. • Fuel: Level too low, stale Lean fuel mixture. Siphon and/or refill. or water-contaminated. • Clogged fuel injectors. Refer to an authorized dealer.

  • Page 91: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE SPX (5828/5636) Engine type Rotax 787, 2-stroke Induction type Rotary valve Exhaust system Water cooled/water injected with regulator Exhaust valve RAVE Type Oil injection Lubrication Oil type BOMBARDIER-ROTAX injection oil Number of cylinders Displacement 781.6 cm (47.7 in Rev limiter setting 7200 RPM ±...
  • Page 92 SPX (5828/5636) Propulsion system Bombardier Formula pump Jet pump type Axial flow, single stage Transmission Direct drive SEA-DOO synthetic Jet pump oil type polyolester oil SAE 75W90 GL5 Pivoting angle of direction (nozzle) ~26° Minimum required water 90 cm (3 ft)
  • Page 93 ENGINE GS (5847) GSX LIMITED (5849) Engine type Rotax 717, 2-stroke Rotax 947, 2-stroke Induction type Rotary valve Reed valve Water cooled/water Water cooled/water Exhaust system injected injected with regulator Exhaust valve N.A. RAVE Type Oil injection Lubrication BOMBARDIER-ROTAX XP-S Oil type injection oil synthetic injection oil...
  • Page 94 GSX LIMITED (5849) Propulsion system Bombardier Formula pump Jet pump type Axial flow, single stage Transmission Direct drive SEA-DOO synthetic polyolester oil Jet pump oil type SAE 75W90 GL5 Pivoting angle of direction ~23° (nozzle) Minimum required water 90 cm (3 ft)
  • Page 95 ENGINE XP LIMITED (5869/5868) Engine type Rotax 947, 2-stroke Induction type Reed valve Water cooled/water Exhaust system injected with regulator Exhaust valve RAVE Type Oil injection Lubrication XP-S Oil type synthetic injection oil Number of cylinders Displacement 951.2 cm (58 in Rev limiter setting 7200 RPM ±...
  • Page 96 XP LIMITED (5869/5868) Propulsion system Bombardier Formula pump Jet pump type Axial flow, single stage Transmission Direct drive/split FR and RR SEA-DOO synthetic Jet pump oil type polyolester oil SAE 75W90 GL5 Pivoting angle of direction ~23° (nozzle) Minimum required water...
  • Page 97 ENGINE GTS (5883) Engine type Rotax 717, 2-stroke Induction type Rotary valve Exhaust system Water cooled/water injected Type Oil injection Lubrication BOMBARDIER-ROTAX Oil type injection oil Number of cylinders Displacement 718.2 cm (43.81 in Rev limiter setting 7000 RPM ± 50 COOLING Open circuit.
  • Page 98 GTS (5883) Propulsion system Bombardier Formula pump Jet pump type Axial flow, single stage Transmission Direct drive SEA-DOO synthetic Jet pump oil type polyolester oil SAE 75W90 GL5 Pivoting angle of direction (nozzle) ~26° Minimum required water 90 cm (3 ft)
  • Page 99 ENGINE GTX LIMITED (5885/5884) (5889/5888) Engine type Rotax 717, 2-stroke Rotax 947, 2-stroke Induction type Rotary valve Reed valve Water cooled/water Water cooled/water Exhaust system injected injected with regulator Exhaust valve N.A. RAVE Type Oil injection Lubrication BOMBARDIER-ROTAX XP-S Oil type injection oil synthetic injection oil Number of cylinders...
  • Page 100 (5889/5888) Propulsion system Bombardier Formula pump Jet pump type Axial flow, single stage Transmission Direct drive SEA-DOO synthetic polyolester oil Jet pump oil type SAE 75W90 GL5 Pivoting angle of direction ~23° (nozzle) Minimum required water 90 cm (3 ft)
  • Page 101 ENGINE GTX RFI (5887/5886) GSX RFI (5637/5638) Engine type BOMBARDIER-ROTAX 787, 2-stroke Induction type Rotary valve Exhaust system Water cooled/water injected with regulator Exhaust valve Rotax Adjustable Variable Exhaust (RAVE) Type Oil injection Lubrication XP-S Oil type synthetic injection oil Number of cylinders Displacement 781.6 cm...
  • Page 102 Propulsion system Bombardier Formula pump Jet pump type Axial flow, single stage Transmission Direct drive SEA-DOO jet pump synthetic Impeller shaft reservoir oil type polyolester oil SAE 75W90 GL5 Pivoting angle of direction (nozzle) ~ 23° Minimum required water 90 cm (3 ft)

  • Page 103: Si Metric Information

    SI* METRIC INFORMATION BASE UNITS DESCRIPTION UNIT SYMBOL length ..........meter ......... mass ........... kilogram ......force ........... newton ......liquid ........... liter........temperature........Celsius ....... °C pressure..........kilopascal ......torque ..........newton-meter....N•m land velocity........kilometer per hour ..... km/h navigation velocity ......

  • Page 104: Abbreviations Used In This Manual

    ABBREVIATIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Alternate Current Not applicable Capacitor discharge ignition Optional Direct current Part number DESS Digitally encoded security Personal flotation device system E.I.N. Engine identification number PTO Power take off Electronic control unit RAVE Rotax adjustable variable exhaust Horse power Rotax fuel injection...

  • Page 105: Other Publications Available

    OTHER PUBLICATIONS AVAILABLE PUBLICATION Shop Manual 219 100 094 Sea-Doo Racing Handbook 219 000 094 Specification Booklet 219 100 100 www.SeaDooManuals.net...
  • Page 106 Purchase Date year month Warranty Expiry Date year month To be completed by the dealer at the time of the sale DEALER IMPRINT AREA Please verify with your selling dealer to ensure your SEA-DOO watercraft has been registered with Bombardier. www.SeaDooManuals.net...

  • Page 107: Change Of Address

    CHANGE OF ADDRESS If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this page. Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your watercraft becomes necessary.
  • Page 108 Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if correction to your watercraft becomes necessary. NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only. CHANGE OF ADDRESS STAMP BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS SEA-DOO WARRANTY VALCOURT, QUEBEC CANADA J0E 2L0 www.SeaDooManuals.net...
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