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Operation

proximately 115 m (380 ft) after the throttle le- EJU43445
Operating the watercraft in reverse or
ver is released or the engine is stopped,
neutral
although this distance will vary depending on
Operating in reverse
many factors, including gross weight, water
When the RiDE lever is squeezed, the “R” (re-
surface conditions, and wind direction.
verse) shift indicator will be displayed and the
watercraft will move in reverse. (See page 35
for shift system operation procedures.)
115 m (380 ft)

RPM
x1000
MPH

If the RiDE lever is squeezed to slow down, 14.3V
the stopping distance is approximately 30% 1
shorter than when the RiDE lever is not used. 1 “R” (Reverse position)
However, this distance will vary depending
on many factors, including gross weight, wa-
ter surface conditions, and wind direction.
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 Allow adequate stopping distance. Stay
far enough away from others so you can
always safely coast to a stop.
 Take early action to avoid collisions. Re-
member, watercraft and other boats do
not have brakes.
Make sure that there are no obstacles or peo-
 Operate defensively at safe speeds and
ple behind you before shifting into reverse.
keep a safe distance away from people,
objects, and other watercraft to give you TIP:
time to stop. This model is equipped with a function which
 Do not shut the engine off when slowing limits the engine speed in reverse.
down in case you need engine power to Operating in neutral
When the RiDE lever is squeezed lightly and
steer away from a boat or other obstacle
released, the “N” (neutral) shift indicator will
that comes into your path.
be displayed and the watercraft will stop in its
 To avoid rear-end collisions while oper-
ating the watercraft, check behind you
before using the RiDE lever to slow
down or stop the watercraft.

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