2009 Kawasaki JET SKI Ultra 260X Owners Manual - Page 115

STORAGE 113 Removal from Storage The following procedure explains the steps necessary to put the watercraft back in service following a storage period. See your Kawasaki JET SKI dealer for this service, or do the following. See the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter for detailed procedures. Carry out all recommended lubrication procedures (see the Lubrication section). Check for binding or sticking throttle, steering or shift mechanism. The throttle lever must return fully when released. Clean and gap spark plugs (see the Spark Plugs section). Check all rubber hoses for weathering, cracking, or looseness. Turn the craft on port side on a protective pad, and remove the jet pump cover. Check cooling and bilge hoses for weathering, cracking or looseness. Replace them if necessary. Reinstall the cover, apply non-permanent locking agent to the bolts before tightening securely. the terminals of the battery and charge if • Clean necessary. Install the battery (see the battery secthe fire extinguisher for a full charge. • Check Fill the fuel tank with fuel and close the filler cap • securely. tion). j WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and can be explosive under certain conditions. Pull the lanyard key off the stop button. Do not smoke. Make sure the area is well ventilated and free from any source of flame or sparks; this includes any appliance with a pilot light. transporting or refueling and before starting • After the engine, open the front storage case lid and remove the seats for several minutes to ventilate the engine compartment. WARNING A concentration of gasoline fumes in the engine compartment can cause a fire or explosion. for fuel leaks. Repair if necessary. • Check Check the engine oil level. Fill the specified oil if • necessary. • Bolts Tightening Torque: 7.8 N·m (0.8 kgf·m, 69 ft·lb) that the drain screws in the stern are se• Check curely tightened.