Owners Manual
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... the instructions under " DANGER" and " WARNING" in death or serious injury of the vehicle. Be sure to avoid them carefully and be sure to follow these symbols to the watercraft, and instructions on purchasing a new Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft. Congratulations on how to follow all safety instructions that follow the warnings and instructions. The following symbols are...
... the instructions under " DANGER" and " WARNING" in death or serious injury of the vehicle. Be sure to avoid them carefully and be sure to follow these symbols to the watercraft, and instructions on purchasing a new Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft. Congratulations on how to follow all safety instructions that follow the warnings and instructions. The following symbols are...
Owners Manual
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Please check your local boating laws and regulations before riding the watercraft WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain product components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to changes in the specifications. States and local jurisdictions may have their control. registered in Australia. KAWASAKI JET SKI is an inboard boat less than 4.8 m (16 ft) in...
Please check your local boating laws and regulations before riding the watercraft WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain product components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to changes in the specifications. States and local jurisdictions may have their control. registered in Australia. KAWASAKI JET SKI is an inboard boat less than 4.8 m (16 ft) in...
Owners Manual
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... Tank ...Ignition Switch ...SLO/FPO Modes ...Smart Learning Operation mode (SLO) ...How to use the Immobilizer-function keys.. Lost Keys...Declaration of conformity...Controls ...Tilt Lever...Kawasaki Smart SteeringTM (KSSTM) ...Important Information ...Stop Button...Engine Shut-off Lanyard Key ...Start Button ...Throttle Lever ...Shift Lever ...Seat Latches ...Storage Compartment ...Center and Rear Storage Cases ...Tool Kit...Bilge Systems...Drain Screws ...Handrail ...Reboarding Step ...Loading/Accessories/Modifications ...Maximum load ...Towing...
... Tank ...Ignition Switch ...SLO/FPO Modes ...Smart Learning Operation mode (SLO) ...How to use the Immobilizer-function keys.. Lost Keys...Declaration of conformity...Controls ...Tilt Lever...Kawasaki Smart SteeringTM (KSSTM) ...Important Information ...Stop Button...Engine Shut-off Lanyard Key ...Start Button ...Throttle Lever ...Shift Lever ...Seat Latches ...Storage Compartment ...Center and Rear Storage Cases ...Tool Kit...Bilge Systems...Drain Screws ...Handrail ...Reboarding Step ...Loading/Accessories/Modifications ...Maximum load ...Towing...
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......Oil Level Inspection ...Oil and/or Oil Filter Changes ...Valve Clearance ...Spark Plugs ...Battery ...Lubrication ...Cooling System Flushing... 104 110 112 112 114 117 123 123 123 123 123 124 125 125 127 130 131 133 147 150 Bilge System Flushing...151 Jet Pump Bearings/Seals ...153 Fuses...153 IN AN EMERGENCY ...Troubleshooting Guide ...In the Case of Emergency ...Towing the JET SKI watercraft ...Jump Starting ...APPENDIX ...YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION ...REPORTING SAFETY...
......Oil Level Inspection ...Oil and/or Oil Filter Changes ...Valve Clearance ...Spark Plugs ...Battery ...Lubrication ...Cooling System Flushing... 104 110 112 112 114 117 123 123 123 123 123 124 125 125 127 130 131 133 147 150 Bilge System Flushing...151 Jet Pump Bearings/Seals ...153 Fuses...153 IN AN EMERGENCY ...Troubleshooting Guide ...In the Case of Emergency ...Towing the JET SKI watercraft ...Jump Starting ...APPENDIX ...YOUR WARRANTY/OWNER SATISFACTION ...REPORTING SAFETY...
Owners Manual
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... back-up power while the ignition switch is turned off. ○When the battery is disconnected, the clock resets to 12:00, and starts working , if the engine is connected. All the displays in this mode start blinking. 2. After two seconds the displays stop blinking and the hour and minute display turns back to zero. NOTE To reset the time meter...
... back-up power while the ignition switch is turned off. ○When the battery is disconnected, the clock resets to 12:00, and starts working , if the engine is connected. All the displays in this mode start blinking. 2. After two seconds the displays stop blinking and the hour and minute display turns back to zero. NOTE To reset the time meter...
Owners Manual
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... by the back-up power if the ignition switch is turned off. ○The trip meter can be reset when the craft is reset. it will reset to 000.0 and start blinking. 2. Push the "SET" button and hold it in this mode start counting again. ○When the battery is disconnected, the meter... display resets to 000.0, and then starts counting when the craft is running, it starts counting as soon as the craft starts moving. ○If the meter reaches 999.9 when the craft ...
... by the back-up power if the ignition switch is turned off. ○The trip meter can be reset when the craft is reset. it will reset to 000.0 and start blinking. 2. Push the "SET" button and hold it in this mode start counting again. ○When the battery is disconnected, the meter... display resets to 000.0, and then starts counting when the craft is running, it starts counting as soon as the craft starts moving. ○If the meter reaches 999.9 when the craft ...
Owners Manual
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... 11.5 volts. jGENERAL INFORMATION 45 Low Battery Voltage Indicator/"bAt" Character/Warning Indicator Light The warning light goes on , the engine oil indicator and "OILt" blink and a buzzer sounds. If the low battery voltage indicator blinks, return to 3 000 rpm. Remove your boat to shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your watercraft's battery and charge it.
... 11.5 volts. jGENERAL INFORMATION 45 Low Battery Voltage Indicator/"bAt" Character/Warning Indicator Light The warning light goes on , the engine oil indicator and "OILt" blink and a buzzer sounds. If the low battery voltage indicator blinks, return to 3 000 rpm. Remove your boat to shore immediately and have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your watercraft's battery and charge it.
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... the buzzer, press any button for more than a clogged cooling system or low oil level, have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your PWC to determine the problem. 46 GENERAL INFORMATION j Engine Warning Indicator/"FI" Character/Warning Indicator Light If the fuel-injection-related parts malfunction, the warning indicator light goes on, the engine warning indicator and "FI" blink and a buzzer sounds to...
... the buzzer, press any button for more than a clogged cooling system or low oil level, have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer check your PWC to determine the problem. 46 GENERAL INFORMATION j Engine Warning Indicator/"FI" Character/Warning Indicator Light If the fuel-injection-related parts malfunction, the warning indicator light goes on, the engine warning indicator and "FI" blink and a buzzer sounds to...
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... or "knocking". 48 GENERAL INFORMATION j Fuel j Indicator/"Err" Communication Trouble Character/Warning Indicator Light If there is a communication problem between the multifunction meter and the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), the warning indicator light goes on service station pumps in the U.S.A. Their use race gas or fuel additives. Fuel Requirements Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline with racing fuels or fuel additives. Have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer...
... or "knocking". 48 GENERAL INFORMATION j Fuel j Indicator/"Err" Communication Trouble Character/Warning Indicator Light If there is a communication problem between the multifunction meter and the Electronic Control Unit (ECU), the warning indicator light goes on service station pumps in the U.S.A. Their use race gas or fuel additives. Fuel Requirements Use clean, fresh unleaded gasoline with racing fuels or fuel additives. Have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer...
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... to an accessory or accessories that controls the watercraft speed for the unskilled (Smart Learning Operation Mode, (SLO)) and the other for normal operation (Full Power Operation Mode (FPO)). This watercraft is located in yellow color and marked SLO A. These keys are equipped with two kinds of ignition keys, one of that are color-coded. 52 GENERAL INFORMATION j Ignition Switch The ignition switch is equipped...
... to an accessory or accessories that controls the watercraft speed for the unskilled (Smart Learning Operation Mode, (SLO)) and the other for normal operation (Full Power Operation Mode (FPO)). This watercraft is located in yellow color and marked SLO A. These keys are equipped with two kinds of ignition keys, one of that are color-coded. 52 GENERAL INFORMATION j Ignition Switch The ignition switch is equipped...
Owners Manual
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... lanyard key off the stop button. Stopping the Engine The engine can be stopped immediately in more efficient, reliable performance and a longer life for proper operation before starting the watercraft. Stop Button B. Some possible "EMERGENCY" situations are: The engine speeds out of operation for initial maintenance service. 82 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS j WARNING A JET SKI watercraft requires throttle (thrust) to steer and help you have no directional control...
... lanyard key off the stop button. Stopping the Engine The engine can be stopped immediately in more efficient, reliable performance and a longer life for proper operation before starting the watercraft. Stop Button B. Some possible "EMERGENCY" situations are: The engine speeds out of operation for initial maintenance service. 82 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS j WARNING A JET SKI watercraft requires throttle (thrust) to steer and help you have no directional control...
Owners Manual
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... the ignition key after stopping the engine. the watercraft in at least 0.8 m (2.5 feet) of • Place water which is clear of gasoline fumes in the water. • WARNING A JET SKI watercraft requires throttle (thrust) to ventilate the engine compartment. WARNING A concentration of swimmers, boats, and obstacles. jOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 83 • The throttle lever does not release completely. To prevent a fire or explosion, remove seat for...
... the ignition key after stopping the engine. the watercraft in at least 0.8 m (2.5 feet) of • Place water which is clear of gasoline fumes in the water. • WARNING A JET SKI watercraft requires throttle (thrust) to ventilate the engine compartment. WARNING A concentration of swimmers, boats, and obstacles. jOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 83 • The throttle lever does not release completely. To prevent a fire or explosion, remove seat for...
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... keep the key inserted in water at sea you will be drawn into the key slot in the center • Insert storage case and press the key further in damaging the impeller and possibly clogging cooling hoses which causes the engine to stop automatically and the warning indicator light to start within three minutes, • If the ignition switch turns off . ○The engine neither cranks...
... keep the key inserted in water at sea you will be drawn into the key slot in the center • Insert storage case and press the key further in damaging the impeller and possibly clogging cooling hoses which causes the engine to stop automatically and the warning indicator light to start within three minutes, • If the ignition switch turns off . ○The engine neither cranks...
Owners Manual
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... and replacing missing or worn parts; To prevent this service or do the following. do not corrode and, in general, preparing the watercraft so that they do not leave it will not be in the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter). See your Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer for this , remove your watercraft will be docked in water for extended...
... and replacing missing or worn parts; To prevent this service or do the following. do not corrode and, in general, preparing the watercraft so that they do not leave it will not be in the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter). See your Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer for this , remove your watercraft will be docked in water for extended...
Owners Manual
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... Spark Plugs section). Check for detailed procedures. The throttle lever must return fully when released. See the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter for binding or sticking throttle, steering or shift mechanism. Removal from forming. Turn the craft on port side on a trailer, raise the trailer tongue so that water cannot accumulate in any doubt, consult an authorized Kawasaki • If dealer. • Wash the exterior...
... Spark Plugs section). Check for detailed procedures. The throttle lever must return fully when released. See the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter for binding or sticking throttle, steering or shift mechanism. Removal from forming. Turn the craft on port side on a trailer, raise the trailer tongue so that water cannot accumulate in any doubt, consult an authorized Kawasaki • If dealer. • Wash the exterior...
Owners Manual
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... Description 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) Hours Every 25 Hours (or every year) Every 50 Every 100 Hours Hours • • • ○ throttle shaft spring (replace throttle body if...
... Description 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) Hours Every 25 Hours (or every year) Every 50 Every 100 Hours Hours • • • ○ throttle shaft spring (replace throttle body if...
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...MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS j A. Locknut B. Ball Joint C. Ball j back the outer sleeve and take the ball joint • Slide off the ball. the adjustment again. • Check When adjustment is correct, tighten the locknut. • Shift cable inspection is sealed at each end and does not require lubrication. If the shift... the bucket to have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer. NOTE ○The shift cable is best performed by your dealer inspect the shift cable. Hole B. the ball joint and reattach it so the lower edge • Turn of the bucket is put in ...
...MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS j A. Locknut B. Ball Joint C. Ball j back the outer sleeve and take the ball joint • Slide off the ball. the adjustment again. • Check When adjustment is correct, tighten the locknut. • Shift cable inspection is sealed at each end and does not require lubrication. If the shift... the bucket to have your authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer. NOTE ○The shift cable is best performed by your dealer inspect the shift cable. Hole B. the ball joint and reattach it so the lower edge • Turn of the bucket is put in ...
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... plastic check valve mounted in the vent hose allows air to prevent dirt or other foreign material from entering the fuel line. Before boarding the watercraft, before prolonged storage and after prolonged storage, have your dealer inspect the throttle body. Check Valve B. jMAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS 123 Fuel System Throttle Adjustments Idle speed adjustment is best performed by your Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer clean the fuel pump screen...
... plastic check valve mounted in the vent hose allows air to prevent dirt or other foreign material from entering the fuel line. Before boarding the watercraft, before prolonged storage and after prolonged storage, have your dealer inspect the throttle body. Check Valve B. jMAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS 123 Fuel System Throttle Adjustments Idle speed adjustment is best performed by your Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer clean the fuel pump screen...
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... j Valve Clearance Valve and valve seats wear decreasing valve clearances, and upsetting valve timing. ○Since the trim and list of the watercraft will eventually cause the valves to be followed if the oil level needs to remain partially open, which lowers performance, burns the valves and valve seats, and may cause serious engine damage. clearance for each valve should be done by an • Inspection authorized Kawasaki JET SKI...
... j Valve Clearance Valve and valve seats wear decreasing valve clearances, and upsetting valve timing. ○Since the trim and list of the watercraft will eventually cause the valves to be followed if the oil level needs to remain partially open, which lowers performance, burns the valves and valve seats, and may cause serious engine damage. clearance for each valve should be done by an • Inspection authorized Kawasaki JET SKI...
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... an authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer. Use a wire-type thickness gauge to prevent possible damage to the engine center line. The appearance of the insulators reflects the efficiency of the spark plug. When the engine is out of the specification, replace the spark plug. Measure the spark plug gap. the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs • Install securely. ○Be sure to install the plug caps so that the spark plug wires are...
... an authorized Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer. Use a wire-type thickness gauge to prevent possible damage to the engine center line. The appearance of the insulators reflects the efficiency of the spark plug. When the engine is out of the specification, replace the spark plug. Measure the spark plug gap. the spark plug caps onto the spark plugs • Install securely. ○Be sure to install the plug caps so that the spark plug wires are...