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... manual. Coast Guard. FOREWORD Congratulations on their own work should, of course, be considered a permanent part of the JET SKI watercraft and should be competent mechanics and possess the special tools described in the Service Manual. The Service Manual contains detailed disassembly and maintenance information. Welcome to boating safety and operation as enforced by the U.S. Contact the local office of a new Kawasaki JET SKI...
... manual. Coast Guard. FOREWORD Congratulations on their own work should, of course, be considered a permanent part of the JET SKI watercraft and should be competent mechanics and possess the special tools described in the Service Manual. The Service Manual contains detailed disassembly and maintenance information. Welcome to boating safety and operation as enforced by the U.S. Contact the local office of a new Kawasaki JET SKI...
Owners Manual
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...Warning Indicator Light...Immobilizer Key Matching Indicator/"I9nI" Character/Warning Indicator Light...Communication Trouble Indicator/"Err" Character/Warning Indicator Light...Fuel ...Fuel Requirements ...Filling the Tank ...Engine Oil...Oil Requirements...Oil Level Inspection ...Controls ...Tilt Lever...Kawasaki Smart SteeringTM (KSSTM) ...Important Information ...Smart Learning Operation mode (SLO) ...Stop Button...Start Button ...Throttle Lever ...Shift Lever ...Fuel Economy Assistance Mode ...One-touch 5 mph Mode...Electronic Cruise Control Mode...Electric Trim-control...Keys ...Ignition...
...Warning Indicator Light...Immobilizer Key Matching Indicator/"I9nI" Character/Warning Indicator Light...Communication Trouble Indicator/"Err" Character/Warning Indicator Light...Fuel ...Fuel Requirements ...Filling the Tank ...Engine Oil...Oil Requirements...Oil Level Inspection ...Controls ...Tilt Lever...Kawasaki Smart SteeringTM (KSSTM) ...Important Information ...Smart Learning Operation mode (SLO) ...Stop Button...Start Button ...Throttle Lever ...Shift Lever ...Fuel Economy Assistance Mode ...One-touch 5 mph Mode...Electronic Cruise Control Mode...Electric Trim-control...Keys ...Ignition...
Owners Manual
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... Watercraft...After Submerging ...End of the Day Checklist ...First, Drain the Exhaust System...Second, Clean the Engine Compartment...Special Procedures ...Clearing Clogged Impeller...Cleaning Fouled Spark Plugs...Towing the JET SKI Watercraft...Jump Starting ...Engine Overheating...Transporting ...Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) System ...STORAGE ...Preparation for Storage ...Cooling System ...Bilge System ...Fuel System and Engine ...Battery ... 99 101 101 102 102 103 104 104 106 106 106...
... Watercraft...After Submerging ...End of the Day Checklist ...First, Drain the Exhaust System...Second, Clean the Engine Compartment...Special Procedures ...Clearing Clogged Impeller...Cleaning Fouled Spark Plugs...Towing the JET SKI Watercraft...Jump Starting ...Engine Overheating...Transporting ...Electronic Throttle Valve (ETV) System ...STORAGE ...Preparation for Storage ...Cooling System ...Bilge System ...Fuel System and Engine ...Battery ... 99 101 101 102 102 103 104 104 106 106 106...
Owners Manual
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... AND ADJUSTMENTS ...EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ...Periodic Maintenance Chart ...Supercharger...Supercharger Lubrication ...Control Cables...Fuel System ...Throttle Adjustments ...Fuel Vent Check Valve ...Fuel Pump Screen... 130 130 130 131 131 132 134 134 136 139 139 140 146 146 146 147 Engine Oil System ...Valve Clearance ...Spark Plugs ...Battery ...Lubrication...Cooling System Flushing...Bilge System Flushing ...Jet Pump Bearings/Seals ...Fuses...TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION ...REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ...ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ...MAINTENANCE RECORD ... 147...
... AND ADJUSTMENTS ...EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ...Periodic Maintenance Chart ...Supercharger...Supercharger Lubrication ...Control Cables...Fuel System ...Throttle Adjustments ...Fuel Vent Check Valve ...Fuel Pump Screen... 130 130 130 131 131 132 134 134 136 139 139 140 146 146 146 147 Engine Oil System ...Valve Clearance ...Spark Plugs ...Battery ...Lubrication...Cooling System Flushing...Bilge System Flushing ...Jet Pump Bearings/Seals ...Fuses...TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION ...REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS ...ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ...MAINTENANCE RECORD ... 147...
Owners Manual
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40 GENERAL INFORMATION NOTE j żPushing the "MODE" button momentarily advances the hour or minute step by step. Holding the button down advances the hour or minute continuously. żThe clock works normally from the back-up power while the ignition switch is turned off. żWhen the battery is disconnected, the clock resets to 12:00, and starts working again when a battery is connected.
40 GENERAL INFORMATION NOTE j żPushing the "MODE" button momentarily advances the hour or minute step by step. Holding the button down advances the hour or minute continuously. żThe clock works normally from the back-up power while the ignition switch is turned off. żWhen the battery is disconnected, the clock resets to 12:00, and starts working again when a battery is connected.
Owners Manual
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.../Warning Indicator Light If the engine oil temperature sensor should fail to function properly, the warning indicator light goes on and low battery voltage indicator and "bAt" character blink with buzzer sound to the shore immediately. Buzzer sound will stop the buzzer sound. j The engine speed is less than one second. Return to the shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI...
.../Warning Indicator Light If the engine oil temperature sensor should fail to function properly, the warning indicator light goes on and low battery voltage indicator and "bAt" character blink with buzzer sound to the shore immediately. Buzzer sound will stop the buzzer sound. j The engine speed is less than one second. Return to the shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI...
Owners Manual
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.... Return to the shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat to determine the suspected problem. FI Indicator/"FI" Character/Warning Indicator Light If the fuel-injection-related parts and the electronic throttle valve system and the electric trim-control system should fail to function properly, the warning indicator light goes on and the FI indicator and the...
.... Return to the shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat to determine the suspected problem. FI Indicator/"FI" Character/Warning Indicator Light If the fuel-injection-related parts and the electronic throttle valve system and the electric trim-control system should fail to function properly, the warning indicator light goes on and the FI indicator and the...
Owners Manual
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j Fuel NOTICE The engine and fuel system may be a trouble in communication between the multifunction meter and the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), the warning indicator light goes on service station pumps in the U.S.A. The octane rating of a gasoline is a ...Warning Indicator Light If there should be damaged from the use of improper fuel such as shown in the table below. Have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat. Hold down any button for use race gas or fuel additives. The Antiknock Index is an average of the Research Octane Number (RON) and the Motor...
j Fuel NOTICE The engine and fuel system may be a trouble in communication between the multifunction meter and the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), the warning indicator light goes on service station pumps in the U.S.A. The octane rating of a gasoline is a ...Warning Indicator Light If there should be damaged from the use of improper fuel such as shown in the table below. Have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat. Hold down any button for use race gas or fuel additives. The Antiknock Index is an average of the Research Octane Number (RON) and the Motor...
Owners Manual
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... break-in period to allow mechanical components to avoid objects - j WARNING Jet Ski watercraft requires throttle (thrust) to heavy lugging or prolonged full throttle operation. During the first five minutes of engine operation, do not exceed an engine speed more efficient, reliable performance and a longer life for initial maintenance service. Remove the ignition switch key after the first ten hours of the craft during the break...
... break-in period to allow mechanical components to avoid objects - j WARNING Jet Ski watercraft requires throttle (thrust) to heavy lugging or prolonged full throttle operation. During the first five minutes of engine operation, do not exceed an engine speed more efficient, reliable performance and a longer life for initial maintenance service. Remove the ignition switch key after the first ten hours of the craft during the break...
Owners Manual
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... nor starts with immobilizer system, use coded and registered keys only. Do not operate in the water. the watercraft in water at least 0.8 m (2.5 feet) of • Place water which can cause a fire or explosion. Refer to vent the engine compartment. in shallow or debris-laden water or run the watercraft onto the shore. the ignition key into the key slot in the center •...
... nor starts with immobilizer system, use coded and registered keys only. Do not operate in the water. the watercraft in water at least 0.8 m (2.5 feet) of • Place water which can cause a fire or explosion. Refer to vent the engine compartment. in shallow or debris-laden water or run the watercraft onto the shore. the ignition key into the key slot in the center •...
Owners Manual
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... foul the spark plugs. Apply a little throttle occasionally. • you will extend battery and starter life significantly. A. To prevent premature wear and jamming, do not push the "START" button while the engine is running or while the starter is dry, it to jam. With your left hand, push the green start after several attempts, see the TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE chapter. • Excessive idling can take...
... foul the spark plugs. Apply a little throttle occasionally. • you will extend battery and starter life significantly. A. To prevent premature wear and jamming, do not push the "START" button while the engine is running or while the starter is dry, it to jam. With your left hand, push the green start after several attempts, see the TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE chapter. • Excessive idling can take...
Owners Manual
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... alert at all times, and keep away from other causes are suspected, see your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer. The engine speed will be controlled to get the feel of fuel remain. When the warning indicator light goes on steering. The engine speed of the boat. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 111 Riding the JET SKI Watercraft On your body immediately above the handlebar. gal) of throttle influence on and...
... alert at all times, and keep away from other causes are suspected, see your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer. The engine speed will be controlled to get the feel of fuel remain. When the warning indicator light goes on steering. The engine speed of the boat. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 111 Riding the JET SKI Watercraft On your body immediately above the handlebar. gal) of throttle influence on and...
Owners Manual
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... the warning indicator light goes on the meter, return to the shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat to 2 500 rpm. Up button B. Under some failure conditions, engine speed may be driven only at one push of the Electronic Cruise Control up button up to determine the suspected problem. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 125 Electronic Throttle Valve...
... the warning indicator light goes on the meter, return to the shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your boat to 2 500 rpm. Up button B. Under some failure conditions, engine speed may be driven only at one push of the Electronic Cruise Control up button up to determine the suspected problem. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 125 Electronic Throttle Valve...
Owners Manual
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... remove it in the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter). do not leave it from the water at the end of checking and replacing missing or worn parts; To prevent paint damage and electrolytic erosion, remove your Kawasaki JET SKI dealer for more than 30 days, proper storage is essential. Preparation for extended periods, prolonged immersion in water will cause the...
... remove it in the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter). do not leave it from the water at the end of checking and replacing missing or worn parts; To prevent paint damage and electrolytic erosion, remove your Kawasaki JET SKI dealer for more than 30 days, proper storage is essential. Preparation for extended periods, prolonged immersion in water will cause the...
Owners Manual
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.... Replace them if necessary. Check all recommended lubrication procedures (see the Spark Plugs section). Reinstall the cover, apply non-permanent locking agent to ventilate the engine compartment. • WARNING A concentration of the battery and charge if • Clean necessary. Fill the specified oil if • necessary. See your Kawasaki JET SKI dealer for a full charge. • Check Fill the fuel tank with a pilot light. Check...
.... Replace them if necessary. Check all recommended lubrication procedures (see the Spark Plugs section). Reinstall the cover, apply non-permanent locking agent to ventilate the engine compartment. • WARNING A concentration of the battery and charge if • Clean necessary. Fill the specified oil if • necessary. See your Kawasaki JET SKI dealer for a full charge. • Check Fill the fuel tank with a pilot light. Check...
Owners Manual
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.../clean air box drain cap Replace engine oil Replace engine oil filter * * Inspect/tighten engine mount bolts Inspect fuel vent check valve Inspect throttle control system Flush bilge line and filter Flush cooling system (after each use in salt water) * * Inspect impeller blades for damage (remove) Inspect/replace coupling damper (or every year) • • (or every year) • • • j ż throttle shaft spring (replace throttle body if ż* Inspect necessary) * Inspect steering cable/shift cable...
.../clean air box drain cap Replace engine oil Replace engine oil filter * * Inspect/tighten engine mount bolts Inspect fuel vent check valve Inspect throttle control system Flush bilge line and filter Flush cooling system (after each use in salt water) * * Inspect impeller blades for damage (remove) Inspect/replace coupling damper (or every year) • • (or every year) • • • j ż throttle shaft spring (replace throttle body if ż* Inspect necessary) * Inspect steering cable/shift cable...
Owners Manual
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... in a straight ahead steering • Center position. To prevent engine and exhaust system damage, do not run the engine with the electronic throttle valve. A. Measure the distance the throttle lever moves before the engine begins to pick up speed. Adjustment should be done by your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer. Cap B. Steering Cable Adjustment the handlebars in the throttle mechanism. j A. 140 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS Control Cables There must be...
... in a straight ahead steering • Center position. To prevent engine and exhaust system damage, do not run the engine with the electronic throttle valve. A. Measure the distance the throttle lever moves before the engine begins to pick up speed. Adjustment should be done by your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer. Cap B. Steering Cable Adjustment the handlebars in the throttle mechanism. j A. 140 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS Control Cables There must be...
Owners Manual
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... throttle body. NOTE żThe shift cable is best performed by your dealer inspect the shift cable. Hole B. A small plastic check valve mounted in the vent hose allows air to enter the tank, but minimizes fuel spillage when the craft is unstable have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer. If the idle speed is tipped over. out of water A. Fuel Vent Check Valve The fuel tank is best performed by your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI...
... throttle body. NOTE żThe shift cable is best performed by your dealer inspect the shift cable. Hole B. A small plastic check valve mounted in the vent hose allows air to enter the tank, but minimizes fuel spillage when the craft is unstable have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI dealer. If the idle speed is tipped over. out of water A. Fuel Vent Check Valve The fuel tank is best performed by your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI...
Owners Manual
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... Oil Filter Changes In accordance with the Maintenance Chart, change the oil and replace the oil filter in the oil, but the oil itself loses its lubricative quality if used too long. Do not run the engine without cooling water flow for the engine to aft. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS 147 Engine Oil System In order for more than 15 seconds. Flow Direction Fuel Pump Screen The watercraft is stopped. Have your Kawasaki JET SKI...
... Oil Filter Changes In accordance with the Maintenance Chart, change the oil and replace the oil filter in the oil, but the oil itself loses its lubricative quality if used too long. Do not run the engine without cooling water flow for the engine to aft. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS 147 Engine Oil System In order for more than 15 seconds. Flow Direction Fuel Pump Screen The watercraft is stopped. Have your Kawasaki JET SKI...
Owners Manual
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... normal wear of items such as the owner, will need to authorize the dealer to you , as batteries, impellers, etc. You can be extended by the limited warranty can find the warranty period in this owner's manual. See your Kawasaki dealer or go to the maintenance schedule shown in the Kawasaki Limited Warranty Certificate your Kawasaki Jet Ski™ watercraft. What Am I Responsible For? You...
... normal wear of items such as the owner, will need to authorize the dealer to you , as batteries, impellers, etc. You can be extended by the limited warranty can find the warranty period in this owner's manual. See your Kawasaki dealer or go to the maintenance schedule shown in the Kawasaki Limited Warranty Certificate your Kawasaki Jet Ski™ watercraft. What Am I Responsible For? You...