Rough Water Or Poor Visibility Operation; Crossing Waves; Stopping/Docking - Sea-doo 2005 3D RFI Operator's Manual

WARNING
– In the kart configuration, the
proper riding position is to sit on
the kart seat. It is not advisable
to ride in the "vert" position (i.e.
in a stand-up position) when the
kart seat is installed, but if this
is unavoidable, proceed at low
speed with extra caution. Other
riding positions may not allow
to remain in control of the wa-
tercraft or may not offer enough
visibility of your surrounding,
which could lead to accidents,
collisions and possible serious
injuries.
– Never sit on the kart seat back-
rest for riding. This position
does not allow sufficient control
of the watercraft and could lead
to serious injuries.
Rough Water or Poor
Visibility Operation
Avoid operation in these conditions. If
you must do so, proceed with caution
and prudence using minimum speed.

Crossing Waves

Reduce speed.
Always be prepared to steer and bal-
ance as necessary.
When crossing wakes, always keep a
safe distance from watercraft ahead.
WARNING
When crossing wakes, slow down.
Operator can brace himself by
posting. Do not jump waves o r
wakes.
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Stopping/Docking

The watercraft is slowed down by wa-
ter drag. The stopping distance will
vary depending on the watercraft size,
weight, speed, water surface condi-
tion, presence and direction of wind
and current.
The rider should become familiarized
with the stopping distance under dif-
ferent conditions.
Release the throttle at a sufficient dis-
tance before the expected landing or
docking area.
When riding in "vert" configuration,
moving a foot slightly forward or rear-
ward may help to keep your balance
and compensate for the watercraft de-
celeration.
Reduce speed to idle.
Directional
when the throttle is released and
lost when engine is off .
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WARNING
control is reduced