Launching/Loading; Storage - Sea-doo 4-TEC GTX Operator's Manual

NOTE:
When trailering 2 watercraft, it
may be necessary to remove the inner
wakeboard rack.
All Models
A Sea-Doo cover can protect the wa-
tercraft, particularly before driving on
dirt roads, to prevent dirt entry through
the air intake openings.
Observe trailering safety precautions.

Launching/Loading

CAUTION:
Before launching the
watercraft, ensure the bilge drain
plugs are fully screwed. After load-
ing the watercraft, ensure they are
removed to drain bilge.

Storage

WARNING
Because fuel
flammable, have an authorized
Sea-Doo dealer inspect the fuel
system integrity as specified in the
periodic inspection chart.
It is recommended that the watercraft
be serviced by an authorized Sea-Doo
dealer for storage but the following op-
erations can be performed by you with
a minimum of tools.
CAUTION:
Do not run the engine
during the storage period.
Body Rinsing/Repair
Wash the body with soap and water
solution (only use mild detergent).
Rinse thoroughly with fresh water.
Remove marine organisms from the
hull.
CAUTION:
Never clean fiberglass
and plastic parts with strong deter-
gent, degreasing agent, paint thin-
ner, acetone, etc.
For gelcoat repairs, refer to an autho-
rized Sea-Doo dealer. Replace dam-
aged labels/decals.
and oil are
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Fuel System
Sea-Doo fuel stabilizer (or equivalent),
can be added in fuel tank to prevent
fuel deterioration and fuel system
gumming. Follow stabilizer manufac-
turer's instructions for proper use.
CAUTION:
Fuel stabilizer should
be added prior to engine lubrication
to ensure fuel system components
protection against varnish deposits.
WARNING
Always stop the engine before re-
fueling. Fuel is flammable and ex-
plosive under certain conditions.
Always work in a well ventilated
area. Do not smoke or allow open
flames or sparks in the vicinity. Fu-
el tank may be pressurized, turn
cap slowly when opening. Never
use an open flame to check fuel
level. When fueling, keep water-
craft level. Do not overfill or top
off the fuel tank and leave water-
craft in the sun. As temperature
increases, fuel expands and might
overflow. Always wipe off any fu-
el spillage from the watercraft. Pe-
riodically verify fuel system. Al-
ways turn the fuel tank valve (if
so equipped) to OFF position when
the watercraft is not in use.
Engine Oil and Filter
Replacement
The oil change and filter shoul d be per-
formed by an authorized Sea-Doo deal-
er.
Exhaust Cooling System
Flushing and Engine Internal
Lubrication
Flushing
Connect a garden hose to cool the ex-
haust system as expl ained in FLUSH-
ING under POST-OPERATION CARE.
Bring engine to nor mal operating tem-
perature.
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