Hull; Jet Pump Water Intake; Bilge; Battery - SeaDoo 2002 GTX 4-TEC Operator's Manual

Hull

Inspect hull for cracks or damage.

Jet Pump Water Intake

Remove weeds, shells, debris or any-
thing else that could restrict the flow
of water and damage exhaust cooling
system or propulsion unit. Clean as
necessary. If any obstruction can not
be removed, refer to an authorized
Sea-Doo dealer for servicing.
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INSPECT THESE AREAS
1. Water intake
2. Ride plate
Inspect leading edges of the impeller,
if they have nicks or bends performance
will be greatly reduced.
Inspect for any possible coolant leak
from ride plate.
WARNING
When operating the engine while
the watercraft is out of the water,
the heat exchanger in the ride
plate may become very hot. Avoid
any contact with ride plate as
burns may occur.
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Bilge

Should water be present in the bilge,
tilt the watercraft to the rear and un-
screw drain plugs to completely empty
the bilge.
Secure bilge drain plugs.
WARNING
Make sure drain plugs are proper-
ly secured prior to launching the
watercraft in water.

Battery

WARNING
Verify tightness of battery cables to
their posts and condition of battery
retaining fasteners. Do not charge
or boost battery while installed.

Fuel Tank

With the watercraft horizontal, fill the
fuel tank to specified level.
Check fuel tank retaining straps/fasteners.

Engine Compartment

WARNING
Should any leak or gasoline odor be
present, do not start the engine. Re-
fer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer
before use.

Engine Oil Level

Ensure oil level is appropriate as spec-
ified in LIQUIDS section. Check for oil
leaks on engine and in engine com-
partment.