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WARNINGWhen operating the engine whilethe watercraft is out of the water,theheatexchangerintherideplatemay become very hot. Avoid anycontact with ride plate as burnsmay occur.Steering SystemAssisted by another person, checksteering operation for free movement.When the handlebar is horizontal,the jet pump nozzle should be inthe straight ahead position. The rearedge of side vanes should be pointingoutside of watercraft by approximately20°.Ensure the jet pump nozzleand side vanes pivot easily and in thesame direction as the handlebar. WARNINGCheck handlebar and correspondingsteering nozzle operation beforestarting. Never turn handlebarwhile someone is nearby rearof watercraft. Keep away fromsteering moving parts (nozzle,side vanes, linkage etc.).Throttle SystemCheck throttle lever for free andsmooth operation. It should returnto its initial position immediately afterit is released. WARNINGCheck throttle lever operation beforestarting the engine.Shifter SystemCheck reverse gate operation for freemovement. With shift lever in forwardposition, the gate should be in upwardposition; and offering a resistanceto go downward. With the shiftlever in neutral position, gate shouldbe in middle position. With shift leverin reverse position, gate should be indownward position. WARNINGVerify the reverse gate operationbefore starting the engine.VTS (Variable Trim System(if so equipped)Install safety lanyard then push arrowsof VTS button to check nozzlemovement. The VTS position indicatormovement can also be seen in theinformation center.Storage CompartmentCovers and SeatEnsure they are closed and latched. WARNINGMake sure seat is securely latched.Wakeboard Rack(if so equipped) WARNINGEnsure rack is properly securedto watercraft body and that wakeboardis properly positioned andsecured to rack prior to using watercraft.Ensure straps are in goodcondition._____________________ 67