Starting Procedures; Preliminary Checks; Before Starting; Starting - Scarab jet boat Owenrs Manual

the amount of persons and gear that the boat will
safely handle under normal conditions. US Coast
Guard regulations establishes these load capacity
ratings. Position passengers and gear so that the load
is balanced. See the Person Capacity & Underway
Seating Position label at the helm for passenger
placement and Figure D1.
When loading, always step into the boat, never board
by jumping. Have someone on the dock pass your
or interfere with operation of the boat. Passengers
should board the boat one-at-a-time and be seated.
Passengers should remain seated during loading of
the boat to maintain an even trim.
Passengers seated in the bow area should not
obstruct the driver's vision.
IMPORTANT: Passengers are prohibited from riding
on the bow with feet hanging over the side or ride
while sitting on the stern, gunwales or seat backs.
The Coast Guard considers these acts to be negligent
or grossly negligent operation. They are prohibited
by law because falls from moving boats are a major
cause of fatal recreational boating accidents.
IMPORTANT: The presence of the capacity label
does not relieve the boat operator from the respon-
sibility of using common sense or sound judgment.
Turbulent waters and adverse weather conditions will
reduce the maximum load capacity rating of the boat.
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STARTING PROCEDURES

operation and maintenance manual supplied with your
engine provides pre-start, starting and cold-starting
instructions. The following information is merely a
guide and not intended to explain in detail all start-
ing procedures and instructions. Refer to your engine
owner's manual.
A. Preliminary Checks
1. Secure boat to the dock before attempting to start
engine. The boat should be kept secure until the
engine is running and warmed up.
stops.
Operation - Section D
3. Check all electrical systems and navigation lights.
4. Make sure the throttle is in the neutral position.
5. Make sure passengers seated in the bow area do
not obstruct the driver's vision.
B. Before Starting
1. Check the engine compartment for water, gas,
clean condition to prevent blower and bilge pump
ant. Fill oil and or coolant as required by the
indications on the dip stick or level indicator on the
reservoir. Refer to your engine manual included in
the owner's packet. Follow engine manufacturer's
recommendations.
IMPORTANT: Lubrication requirements for cata-
lyzed engines differ from the requirements for
non-catalyzed engines. Some marine-grade lu-
bricants contain high levels of phosphorus, which
can damage the catalyst system. Although these
high phosphorus lubricants may allow acceptable
engine performance, exposure over time will dam-
age the catalyst. Catalysts damaged by lubricants
containing high levels of phosphorus may not be
covered by the engine manufacturer's warranty.
3. Start and operate the bilge blower system for at
least four (4) minutes before every start-up.
4. Make sure the jet pump water intakes are under
the water.
The
C. Starting
Before starting the engine, the operator and
passengers should always be properly seated.
Do not allow swimmers and passengers to stay
close to the propulsion system.
NOTICE
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