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Operation

(idle) position. (See page 35 for shift system braking device for avoiding dangerous
operation procedures.) situations.
1 Steering control depends on the combination
of handlebar position and the amount of
throttle.
Water sucked in through the intake grate is
pressurized by the impeller in the jet pump.
As the pressurized water is expelled from the
pump through the jet thrust nozzle, it creates
thrust to move and steer the watercraft. The
higher the engine speed, the more thrust pro-
1 “F” (Forward position) duced.
The amount of jet thrust, in addition to the po-
sition of the handlebars, determines how
sharply you turn.
A. More throttle produces higher thrust, so
the watercraft will turn more sharply.

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Turning the watercraft
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WARNING
 Do not release the throttle lever when
trying to steer away from objects—as B. Less throttle produces lower thrust, so
with other powerboats, you need throt- the watercraft will turn more gradually.
tle to steer. A collision could result in se-
vere injury or death.
 When operating at higher speeds, make
gradual turns or slow down before turn-
ing. Sharp high-speed turns may cause
the watercraft to slide sideways or spin,
throwing the operator and passenger(s)
overboard, which could cause an injury.
 EX Deluxe: Take early action to avoid
collisions. The RiDE system is not a
C. Releasing the throttle lever completely
produces only minimum thrust. If you are

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