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OPERATION
Righting a Capsized Watercraft
After righting the craft, follow the procedures
for a submerged (waterlogged) engine on
page 76 to prevent engine damage.
1. Be sure the engine is stopped
immediately after capsizing. The
engine will overheat if it continues
to run while the craft is capsized.
2. Upright the vehicle immediately by
turning it in a clockwise direction only
(as viewed from the rear).
3. Board the craft from t he rear and operate the bilge pump to pump
out any water in the hull. Start the engine.
4. If the engine fails to start shortly after being uprighted, make no
further attempts to start it. S evere engine damage could result.
Follow the procedures for a submerged (waterlogged) engine on
page 76.
This watercraft does not right itself if it has been capsized. If the
operator is unable to right a capsized watercraft, operator and
passengers may be stranded, which could lead to serious injury or
death. Follow the procedures outlined in the owner’ s manual and
on the capsize decal, which is found on the rear of the craft.
WARNING
Failure to right a capsized craft promptly and correctly may result
in severe engine damage if the engine is operated with air or
water in the lines. A capsized watercraft must be uprighted in a
clockwise direction as viewed from the rear. If the watercraft has
remained in a 180° (capsized) position for more than two minutes,
all fuel and oil lines must be inspected for water and/or air.
CAUTION
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