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Operation

stop in time before hitting an obstacle, apply  To avoid rear-end collisions while oper-
throttle and turn in another direction. ating the watercraft, check behind you
From full speed, the watercraft comes to a before using the RiDE lever to slow
complete stop due to water resistance in ap- down or stop the watercraft.
proximately 115 m (380 ft) after the throttle le-
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ver is released or the engine is stopped, Operating the watercraft in reverse or
although this distance will vary depending on neutral
many factors, including gross weight, water Operating in reverse
surface conditions, and wind direction. When the RiDE lever is squeezed, the “R” (re-
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,
the stopping distance is approximately 30% 14.3V
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
keep a safe distance away from people, Make sure that there are no obstacles or peo-
objects, and other watercraft to give you ple behind you before shifting into reverse.
time to stop. TIP
 Do not shut the engine off when slowing This model is equipped with a function which
down in case you need engine power to limits the engine speed in reverse.
steer away from a boat or other obstacle
that comes into your path.

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