2010 Kawasaki JET SKI STX-15F Owners Manual - Page 80

2010 Kawasaki JET SKI STX-15F Manual

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78 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING j After riding, remove the engine shut-off lanyard key from watercraft to avoid unauthorized use by children or others. Starting the Engine the Pre-ride Checklist in this manual and • Read follow its instructions before putting the watercraft CAUTION Always turn the ignition switch "OFF" after stopping the engine to prevent the battery from discharging. • in the water. After transporting or refueling and before starting the engine, open the storage compartment lid, remove the seats and take out the storage pocket for several minutes to ventilate the engine compartment. WARNING A concentration of gasoline fumes in the engine compartment can cause a fire or explosion. the watercraft in at least 0.8 m (2.5 feet) of • Place water which is clear of weeds and debris. Make sure the area ahead of the watercraft is clear of swimmers, boats, and obstacles.

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78
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
j
WARNING
After riding, remove the engine shut-off lan-
yard key from watercraft to avoid unautho-
rized use by children or others.
CAUTION
Always turn the ignition switch “OFF" after
stopping the engine to prevent the battery
from discharging.
Starting the Engine
Read the Pre-ride Checklist in this manual and
follow its instructions before putting the watercraft
in the water.
After transporting or refueling and before starting
the engine, open the storage compartment lid, re-
move the seats and take out the storage pocket
for several minutes to ventilate the engine com-
partment.
WARNING
A concentration of gasoline fumes in the en-
gine compartment can cause a fire or explo-
sion.
Place the watercraft in at least 0.8 m (2.5 feet) of
water which is clear of weeds and debris. Make
sure the area ahead of the watercraft is clear of
swimmers, boats, and obstacles.