Steering System; Throttle System; Shifter System; Vts (Variable Trim System (If So Equipped) - SeaDoo RXP 4-Tec Supercharged Operator's Manual

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.

Steering System

Assisted by another person, check
steering operation for free move-
ment. When the handlebar is hori-
zontal, the jet pump nozzle should be
in the straight ahead position. The
rear edge of side vanes should be
pointing outside of watercraft by ap-
proximately 20°. Ensure the jet pump
nozzle and side vanes pivot easily and
in the same direction as the handlebar.
WARNING
Check handlebar and correspond-
ing steering nozzle operation be-
fore starting. Never turn handle-
bar while someone is nearby rear
of watercraft. Keep away from
steering moving parts (nozzle,
side vanes, linkage etc.).

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.

Shifter System

Check reverse gate operation for free
movement. With shift lever in forward
position, the gate should be in up-
ward position; and offering a resis-
tance to go downward. With the shift
lever in neutral position, gate should
be in middle position. With shift lever
in reverse position, gate should be in
downward position.
Verify the reverse gate operation
before starting the engine.
VTS (Variable Trim System
(if so equipped)
Install safety lanyard then push ar-
rows of VTS button to check nozzle
movement. The VTS position indica-
tor movement can also be seen in the
information center.
Storage Compartment
Covers and Seat
Ensure they are closed and latched.
Make sure seat is securely latched.
Wakeboard
(if so equipped)
Ensure rack is properly secured
to watercraft body and that wake-
board is properly positioned and
secured to rack prior to using wa-
tercraft. Ensure straps are in good
condition.
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