2008 Kawasaki JET SKI STX-15F Owners Manual - Page 77

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 75 Cable Adjustments section in the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter). The throttle lever must return to the fully closed position when released. Ƒ FIRE EXTINGUISHER - Check your fire extinƑ FUEL PRESSURE - Loosen the fuel tank cap guisher for a full charge. to relieve any pressure, then tighten the cap securely. Ƒ FUEL LEVEL - Check the fuel level. Refill if necessary. Ƒ ENGINE OIL LEVEL - Check the oil level in the engine. Refill if necessary. Refer to GENERAL INFORMATION CHAPTER, Engine Oil section. Ƒ FUEL LEAKS - Check the engine compartment for fuel leaks. Ƒ OIL LEAKS - Check the engine compartment for oil leaks. Ƒ FASTENERS - Check and tighten any loose bolts, nuts, or clamps. Ƒ HOSE CONNECTIONS - Be sure all hose connections are secure and that all hose clamps are tight. Check all hoses for cracks or deterioration and replace if necessary. Ƒ DRAIN BILGE - Drain any water out of the engine compartment by removing the drain screws. Install the drain screws securely when all the water has been drained. Ƒ ENGINE SHUT-OFF LANYARD KEY-Start the engine and run it for a few seconds (see the Starting the Engine section). Pull the lanyard key off the engine stop button to check that the engine stops immediately. j WARNING If the throttle does not return freely and completely, it may cause loss of control. Ƒ VENTILATE ENGINE COMPARTMENT - Open the front storage case lid, remove the seats and take out the rear storage case and keep open for several minutes to purge gasoline fumes from the engine compartment. WARNING A concentration of gasoline fumes in the engine compartment can cause a fire or explosion. Ƒ BATTERY TERMINALS - Check the battery termi- nal screws for tightness, and make sure terminal covers are in place. WARNING Loose battery cables can create sparks which can cause a fire or explosion resulting in injury or death. Make sure the battery terminal screws are tightened securely and the covers are installed over the terminals.