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POST-OPERATION CARE WARNINGAllow engine to cool before performingany maintenance.General CareRemove the watercraft from the waterevery day to prevent marine organismsgrowth.Should any water be present in thehull, unscrew the drain plugs and tiltthe watercraft to the rear in order toallow water to flow out.Wipe up any remaining fluid in the enginecompartment (bilge, engine, battery,etc.) with clean dry rags (thisis particularly important in salt wateruse).Additional Care for FoulWaterorSaltWaterWhen the watercraft is operated infoul water and particularly in salt water,additional care should be takento protect the watercraft and its components.Rinse trailer and watercraftbilge area with fresh water.CAUTION: Failure to perform propercare such as: watercraft rinsing,exhaust cooling system flushingand anticorrosion treatment, whenwatercraft is used in salt water, willresult in damage to the watercraftand its components. Never leavethe watercraft stored in direct sunlight.Exhaust Cooling SystemFlushingGeneralFlushing the exhaust cooling systemwith fresh water is essential to neutralizecorroding effects of salt or otherchemical products present in water. Itwill help to remove sand, salt, shells orother particles in water jackets and/orhoses.Flushing should be performed whenthe watercraft is not expected to beused further the same day or when thewatercraft is stored for any extendedtime. WARNINGPerform this operation in a wellventilated area.Proceed as follows:Clean jet pump by spraying water in itsinlet and outlet and then apply a coatingof BOMBARDIER LUBE or equivalent. WARNINGWhen operating the engine whilethe watercraft is out of the water,theheatexchangerintherideplatemay become very hot. Avoid anycontact with ride plate as burnsmay occur.Models Without a FlushingConnector in EngineCompartmentConnect a garden hose to connectorlocated at the rear of watercraft on jetpump support. Do not open water tapyet.NOTE: An optional quick connectadapter can be used (P/N 295 500473). No hose pincher is required toflush engine._____________________ 79