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Limited-Speed OperationThe 4-TEC models also offers a specialsafety lanyard -- the SEA-DOO LearningKey TM -- which electronically limitsthe speed of the watercraft to approximately55 km/h (35 MPH) thereforeenabling first time users and lessexperienced operators to learn how tooperate the watercraft while gainingthe necessary confidence and control.F18K18YTYPICAL1. Adjustment knob3) Throttle LeverWhen the throttle lever is squeezed,the watercraft accelerates. Whenfully released, engine automaticallyslows down to idle speed and watercraftis gradually stopped by waterdrag.1F00L2SY2) HandlebarThe handlebar controls the direction ofthe watercraft. Turning the handlebarto the right steers the watercraft to theright and inversely. WARNINGCheck handlebar and correspondingsteering nozzle and side vanesoperation before starting. Neverturn handlebar while someone isnearby rear of watercraft. Keepaway from steering moving parts(nozzle, side vanes, linkage etc.).4) Engine Start/StopButtonTo start engine, depress and hold thestart/stop button. Release immediatelyafter engine is started.To stop engine, depress the start/stopbutton. When stopped, disconnectsafety lanyard from the post.It issuggested to release throttle leverfirst. WARNINGDirectional control is reducedwhen the throttle is released orwhen engine is off.Adjustment (if so equipped)The handlebar height can be adjustedto suit rider preferences.To perform this adjustment, turn theknob underneath the handlebar.36 ______________________