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Operation

proximately 95 m (310 ft) after the throttle le- EJU43446
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 34
for shift system operation procedures.)
95 m (310 ft)

MPH
RPM

If the RiDE lever is squeezed to slow down,
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the stopping distance is approximately 30%
shorter than when the RiDE lever is not used. 1
However, this distance will vary depending 1 “R” (Reverse position)
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.
 Operate defensively at safe speeds and Make sure that there are no obstacles or peo-
keep a safe distance away from people, ple behind you before shifting into reverse.
objects, and other watercraft to give you
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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
steer away from a boat or other obstacle
When the RiDE lever is squeezed lightly and
that comes into your path.
released, the “N” (neutral) shift indicator will
 To avoid rear-end collisions while oper-
be displayed and the watercraft will stop in its
ating the watercraft, check behind you
before using the RiDE lever to slow
down or stop the watercraft.
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