Sea-doo GS5847 Operator's Manual page 53

When the nozzle is directed down-
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. Porpoising can be reduced or
eliminated if the nozzle is downward
and speed adjusted proportionately.
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VTS
Bombardier
2
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TYPICAL
1. Push on arrow pointing downward on VTS
button
2. Bow down
3. Nozzle down
Steering
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Turning the handlebar pivots the jet
pump nozzle which controls the wa-
tercraft direction. Turning the handle-
bar to the right will turn the watercraft
to the right and inversely. The throttle
must be applied to turn the watercraft.
Directional control is lost when
the throttle is closed. Throttle
must be applied and handlebar
turned to change the direction of
the watercraft. Steering efficien-
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cy will differ with carrying loads
and water conditions.
The more the throttle is applied while
8°
turning the handlebar, the sharper the
turn will be.
Unlike a car, a watercraft needs some
throttle to turn. Practice in a safe area
applying the throttle and turning away
from an imaginary object. This is a
good collision avoidance technique.
The watercraft behaves differently
with a passenger and requires greater
skill. The passenger should always
grip the seat strap or grab handle. Re-
duce speed and avoid sharp turns.
Avoid choppy water conditions when
carrying a passenger.
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