Seadoo 180 Challenger operation and maintenance manual

7/25/2019 Seadoo 180 Challenger operation and maintenance manual

1/156


2/156

SAFETY WARNING

Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions contained inthis Operator's Guide, the SAFETY VIDEO and the on-product warninglabels could cause injury, including the possibility of death. The operatorhas the responsibility to inform passenger(s) of safety precautions.

This Operator's Guide and SAFETY VIDEO should remain with the boat atthe time of resale.

CHALLENGER*

* Trademark of Bombardier Inc. used under license.

The following trademarks are the property of Bombardier Recreational Prod-ucts Inc. or its affiliates.Sea-Doo

ROTAXSPEEDSTER

Printed in Canada. (lmo2007-001 DR) and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates.2006 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. All rights reserved.


3/156

DOIN'IT ON YOUR NEW SEA-DOO SPORT BOATS

Congratulations, you are now the proud owner of a Sea-Doo Sport Boats.Whether you are an experienced boater or are new to the sport of boating, weask you to take the time to view the SAFETY VIDEO provided with the boat,

to read this Operator's Guide on-product warning/caution labels and familiarizeyourself with the contents. This guide contains pertinent information which, iffollowed, will provide you with the necessary knowledge to help you fully enjoythe pleasures of this boat.We strongly recommend that any boat operator complete a safety boatingcourse. Check with your local Coast Guard or Power and Sail Squadron in yourarea for course availability. More serious boaters may want to obtain CHAPMAN PILOTING by Elbert S. Maloney, available at most book stores.When introducing your family or friends to the sport, be sure they fully under-

stand the controls and operation of the boat and the importance of courteous,responsible riding.Each boat operator has a responsibility to ensure the safety of his/her passen-ger(s) and of other water users. Please follow all safety instruct ions and operateyour boat with care.We encourage you to have an Annual Safety Inspection of your boat . Pleasecontact your authorized Sea-Doo Sport Boats dealer for further details.Finally, we invite you to visit your authorized Sea-Doo Sport Boats dealer for reg-ular safety maintenance as well as any boating accessories you may require.

Have fun and... Bon Voyage.

Please keep this guide on board. This guide shou ld remain with the boat attime of resale.If you want to view and/or print an extra copy o f your Operators Guide, simplyvisit the following website www.operatorsguide.brp.com . Also note that theguide is available in several languages.

1


4/156

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10TRAILERING.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11SAFE BOATING CHECKLIST .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12SAFETY EQUIPMENT.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15CARBON MONOXIDE AND BOATING .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 21

SAFETY LANYARD .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25SAFE BOATING PRACTICES.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26PASSENGER SAFETY.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27RULES OF THE ROAD .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28FUELING PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31VOLUNTARY INSPECTIONS... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32SAFE BOATING COURSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

WATER SPORTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34VEHICLE INFORMATION

REGISTRATION NUMBER LOCATION .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 38LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. . 39IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44CONTROLS, COMPONENTS AND INSTRUMENTS . . .. . . .. .. .. . .. . . .. . . . .. . . 45

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 451) DESS Post (engine cut-out switch) .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 502) Steering Wheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 503) Throttle/Shifter Controller .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 514) Start/Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 525) Navigation Lights Switch.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 526) Bilge Pump Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 537) Bilge Air Blower Switch .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 538) Information Center Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 549) Bilge Drain Plugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5610) Grab Handles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5611) Rear Grab Handles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5712) Swim Platform. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5713) Ladder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5714) Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5815) Front Boarding Step. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5816) Spotter Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

2


5/156

17) Cup Holders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5818) Front Storage Compartment .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5819) Deck Storage Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5920) Rear Storage Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6021) Jet Pump Water Intake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6122) Bow Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6123) Stern Light Socket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6124) Mooring Cleats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6325) Deck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6326) Fuel Tank Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6327) Deck Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6428) Engine Oil Filling Cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6429) Flushing Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6430) Ventilation Ducts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6531) Bow/Stern Eyelets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6532) Jet Pump Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6533) Reverse Gate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6534) Scupper Valve. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6635) Fuel Tank Vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6636) Water Sport Towing Attachments .. . .. . . . .. . . .. .. .. . .. . . .. . . . .. . . .. .. .. .. 6637) Main Battery Cut-Off Switch .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7038) AM/FM Radio/CD Player. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7139) 12-Volt Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7140) Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7141) Horn Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7142) Deck Lights Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7243) Glovebox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7244) Bow Seats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7245) Bow Seat Storage Compartments.. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7346) Bow Filler Cushion (if so equipped) .. .. . . .. . . .. .. .. .. .. . .. . . . .. . . .. . . .. .. 7347) Rear Seat Storage Compartments.. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7348) Passenger Storage Compartment .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7449) Engine Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7450) Port Bilge Access. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7451) Removable Cooler. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7552) Radio/CD Cut-Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7553) AM/FM Radio/CD Player Remote Control .. . .. .. .. . .. . . .. . . . .. . . .. .. .. .. 75

LIQUIDS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

BREAK-IN PERIOD.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Hull . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Jet Pump Water Intake. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82Bilge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

3


6/156

Fuel Tank and Engine Oil Level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Engine Compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Fire Extinguisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Steering System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Throttle System .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83Shifter System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83DESS Post and Engine Start/Stop Button .. . .. . . . .. . . .. . . .. .. .. . .. . . . .. . . .. . . 84Storage Compartment Covers.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Launching/Loading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Principle of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85Boarding from a Dock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86Boarding from the Water. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87Rough Water or Poor Visibility Operation .. . .. . . .. . . . .. . . .. .. .. . .. . . .. . . . .. . . 88Crossing Waves. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Stopping/Docking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Beaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88Shutting Off the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Post-Operation Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89Additional Care for Foul Water or Salt Water Use. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . 89

SPECIAL PROCEDURES .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91

Jet Pump Water Intake and Impeller Cleaning . . .. . . .. . . .. .. .. . .. . . .. . . . .. . . 91Capsized Boat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91Submerged Boat/ Water-Flooded Engine ... .. . . .. . . . .. . . .. .. .. . .. . . .. . . . .. . . 91Fuel-Flooded Engine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92Towing the Boat in Water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

TROUBLESHOOTING .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

10-HOUR INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

General. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112Engine Emissions Information... .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112Lubrication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113Throttle Cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115

Engine Oil Change and Oil Filter Replacement . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. 115Coolant Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Fuel Injection System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Steering Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Shift Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Deck Drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

4


7/156

Bilge Air Blower. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118Navigation Light Bulb Replacement .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119Sacrificial Anodes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121General Inspection and Cleaning .. .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122

STORAGE AND PRESEASON PREPARATION . .. .. .. .. .. . .. . . . .. . . .. .. .. . .. . 123

WARRANTY INFORMATION

BRP LIMITED WARRANTY FOR MODEL YEAR 2007 SEA-DOO SPORTBOATS SOLD IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. . . .. 130

CALIFORNIA AND NEW YORK EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTYSTATEMENT FOR MODEL-YEAR 2007 SEA-DOO SPORT BOATS WITH4-TEC ENGINES OR 4-TEC IC ENGINES... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

BRP INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY FOR MODEL YEAR 2007SEA-DOO SPORT BOATS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139

BRP EUROPEAN UNION MEMBER STATES LIMITED WARRANTY FORMODEL YEAR 2007 SEA DOO SPORT BOATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143

DECLARATION CE OF CONFORMITY .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

PRIVACY INFORMATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150

5


8/156

6


9/156

FOREWORD

This Operator's Guide has been pre-pared to acquaint the owner/operatoror passenger of this boat with the var-

ious controls, maintenance and saferiding instructions. It is indispensablefor the proper use of the product, andshould be kept in a waterproof bag inthe boat at all times. Make sure youread and understand the content ofthis document.For any questions pertaining to thewarranty and its application, pleaseconsult an authorized Sea-Doo SportBoats dealer.

Hazard StatementsAs you read this Operator's Guide,please note the hazard warningswhich alert you to safety precautionsrelated to unsafe conditions or operat-ing procedures.

This guide uses the following symbolsto emphasize particular information.

The safety alert symbol is recognizedaround the world. In this manual, itmeans read this information careful-ly! Be sure you understand the con-

sequences of the hazards and how toavoid them. Failure to follow the rec-ommendations in a hazard communi-cation statement may result in p roper-ty damage, personal injury, or death.People often refer to a hazard state-ment as a warning in a general sense.This manual uses three kinds ofwarnings depending on th e like-ly effect of a hazard (minor injury,severe injury, death).

WARNINGIdentifies a potentially or immi-

nently hazardous situation which,if not avoided, COULD result inserious personal injuries includingthe possibility of death or substan-tial property damage.

CAUTION: This signal word indi-cates a potentially hazardous sit-uation which, if not avoided, mayresult in minor or moderate per-sonal injury or property damage. Itmay also be used to alert againstunsafe practices.NOTE: Indicates supplementary infor-mation needed to fully complete an in-struction relating to equipment opera-tion and/or maintenance procedures.Although the mere reading of such in-formation does not eliminate the haz-ard, the understanding and applicationof the information will promote correctand safe use of the boat.The warnings in this supplement donot and cannot address every conceiv-able situation. Always use commonsense! If a procedure, method, tool,or part is not specifically recommend-ed, you must satisfy yourself that it is

safe for you and others and that yourboat will not be damaged or made un-safe as a result of your decision.

Advisory StatementsAdvisory statements alert you to con-ditions that affect equipment opera-tion, maintenance, and servicing prac-tices.

An IMPORTANT statement indicatesa procedure intended to prevent dam-age to equipment or associated com-ponents.

7


10/156

The information and components/ system descriptions contained in thissupplement are correct at the time ofpublication. Bombardier RecreationalProducts (BRP) however, maintains a

policy of continuous improvement ofits products without imposing uponitself any obligation to install them onproducts previously manufactured.Because of our ongoing commitmentto product quality and innovation, BRPreserves the right at any time to dis-continue or change specifications, de-signs, features, models or equipmentwithout incurring obligation.The illustrations in this documentshow the typical construction of thedifferent assemblies and may not re-produce the full detail or exact shapeof the parts. However, they representparts that have the same or similarfunction.It is understood that this guide maybe translated into another language.In the event of any discrepancy, theEnglish version shall prevail.Specifications are given in the SI met-ric system with the SAE U.S. equiva-lent in parenthesis. Where precise ac-curacy is not required, some conver-sions are rounded off for easier use.A SHOP MANUAL can be obtained forcomplete service, maintenance andmore repair information.

8


11/156

SAFETY

INFORMATION

SAFETY INFORMATION 9


12/156

GENERAL

Your safety and that of your passen-gers and fellow boaters is YOURresponsibility. Before launching your

boat, you should completely read andunderstand this Operator's Guide,product warnings and labels, theSAFETY VIDEO and other informa-tion provided with your boat or byyour dealer. Heed and follow all warn-ings, safety precautions and operatingprocedures.BRP strongly recommends that youtake an approved boating safetycourse. Always operate your boatin compliance with safe boating rules,and with consideration, courtesy andcommon sense. Failure to do so couldresult in injury, including the possibili-ty of death, to you, your passengers,others you lend your boat to, or otherwater users.

10 SAFETY INFORMATION


13/156

TRAILERING

Refer to the trailer instructions forproper capacity, operation, mainte-nance, accessories and warranty.

Check the regulations in your area con-cerning towing a trailer, especially thefollowing rules: brake system tow vehicle weight mirrors.NOTE: An optional brake sys-tem is available for your trailer,contact Karavan Trailers (www.karavantrailers.com).Take the following precautions whentrailering the boat:Tie the boat to both bow and stern(front/rear) eyelets so that it is firmlyretained on the trailer. Remove stern light (if installed). Ensure that ski post is pushed

down ( on so equipped models ). Ensure all storage compartmentcovers are properly latched.

A Sea-Doo cover can protect theboat, particularly before driving ondirt roads, to prevent dirt entrythrough the air intake openings.

Observe trailering safety precautions.

CAUTION: Always ensure rear stor-age compartment lid is closed andsecurely fastened before trailering.



14/156

SAFE BOATING CHECKLIST

When leaving on a cruise, whether foran hour or for several days, go throughthe following SAFE BOATING CHECK-

LIST .

Reminders RegardingOperation... The performance of this boat may

significantly exceed that of otherboats you may have operated. Be-come completely familiar with thecontrols and operation of this boat

before embarking on your first tripor taking on a passenger(s). If youhave not had the opportunity to doso, practice driving solo in a suit-able traffic-free area and feel the re-sponse of each control. Be fully fa-miliar with all controls before accel-erating above idle speed. Do notassume that all boats handle iden-tically. Each model differs, often

substantially. Always keep in mind that as thethrottle lever is returned to the idleposition, less directional control isavailable. To turn the boat, bothsteering and throttle are necessary.

Like any other boat, this boat hasno brake. Stopping distance willvary depending on initial speed,load, wind, and water conditions.Practice stopping and docking i na safe, traffic-free area to have anidea of how long it will take to stopthe boat under varying condi tions.Do not release the throttle whentrying to steer away from objects.You need throttle to steer . Do notuse the boat's reverse to stop.

Do not start or operate the boat if

any person is not properly seated ina seat intended for use when under-way (not the sun deck or swim plat-form) or if a person is nearby in thewater.

The boat's jet t hrust can cause in-jury. Always accelerate slowly, anddecelerate in a controlled fashion.

Observe the instructions on all safe-ty labels. They are there to help as-sure that you have a safe and enjoy-

able outing. Riding with passenger(s) or pulling

other boats, tubes, a skier or a wakeboarder makes the boat handle dif-ferently and requires greater skill.

Certain boats may come equippedwith tow eyelets, a ski pole or awakeboard tower which can beused to attach a tow rope for a ski-er, tube or wakeboarder. Do notuse these attachment points or anyother portion of the boat to tow aparasail or another craft. Personalinjury or severe damage may occur.

In shallow water, proceed withcaution and at very low speeds.Grounding or abrupt stops mayresult in injury to you, your passen-gers or others. The jet pump may

pick up debris and throw it rearwardcausing a risk of injuring people ordamaging the jet pump or otherproperty.

Engine exhaust contains carbonmonoxide (CO), which can causeinjury or death if inhaled in suffi-cient quantities. Do not operatethe boat in a confined area or allowCO to accumulate in or around theboat, or in enclosed or shelteredareas. Such as when docked, orwhen rafting. Be aware of risk ofCO from exhaust of other boats.

Educate all occupants about therisks and symptoms of CO accu-mulation and CO poisonin g, par-ticularly from engine and genera-tor exhaust. Educate them aboutwhere engine exhaus t outlets (andgenerator outlets if so equipped)are located. Regularly inspect ex-haust and generat or system andoutlets for component failures orobstructions.



15/156

Combustion engines need air to op-erate; consequently this boat cannot be totally watertight. Any ma-neuvers such as figure eights thatcause the upper deck to be under

water may cause severe engineproblems due to water ingestion.Refer to the SPECIAL PROCE- DURES and LIMITED WARRANTY sections contained in this Opera-tor's Guide.

Respect no wake zones, the rightsof other water users and the en-vironment. As the skipper andowner of a boat, you are respon-sible for damage to other boatscaused by the wake of your boat.Do not let anyone throw refuseoverboard.

Between sunset and sunrise, usethe boat's navigation lights and re-duce speed. Do not operate theboat in reduced visibility.

Do not add accessories or equip-

ment that may adversely affect vis-ibility or alter control of the boat. The skipper should personally take

the helm during storms.

Before GettingUnderway... Always perform the pre-operation

checks as specified in this Opera-tor's Guide.

Do not exceed the payload or pas-senger capacities for this boat,which are listed on the capaci-ty plate and in the specifications.Overloading can affect maneuver-ability, stability and performance.Also, heavy seas reduce capacity.A payload or person capacity plateis not an excuse for failure to use

common sense or good judgment. Regularly inspect the boat, the hull,engine, safety equipment, and allother boating gear and keep themin safe operating condition.

Be sure you have the minimum re-quired safety equipment, PFDs andany additional gear needed for yourcruise.

Check that all lifesaving equipment,

including fire extinguisher, is insafe operating condition and easilyaccessible. Show all passengerswhere this equipment is, and makesure they know how to use it.

Keep an eye on the weather. Checklocal weather broadcasts before de-parture. Be alert to changing condi-tions.

Keep accurate and up-to-datecharts of the boating area on board.Before getting underway, checkwater conditions in the plannedboating area.

Before departure, file a Float Planwith a responsible person ashore.

Keep enough fuel on board for theplanned trip. Always verify fuel lev-el before use and during the ride.

Apply the principle of 1/3 of the fuelto reach your destination, 1/3 to re-turn, and keep 1/3 in reserve. Allowfor changes due to adverse weath-er or other delays.

Operators andPassengers... Never operate a boat while under

the influence of drugs or alcohol.It is a Federal offense. Allow on-ly qualified drivers to operate yourboat. Remember that sun, wind, al-cohol, drugs, fatigue or illness mayimpair your judgement and reactiontime.

At least one passenger should beable to operate the boat in case theoperator is unexpectedly unable to

do so. Operation of this boat by a person

under 16 years of age or a personwith a disability that impairs vision,reaction time, judgment, or opera-tion of the controls is NOT recom-mended.



16/156

Always use the safety lanyard whenoperating the boat and ensure thatall passengers are familiar with itsuse.

Ensure that any operator and all

passengers know how to swimand how to re-board the boat fromthe water. If a passenger does notknow how to swim, ensure thatpassenger wears a PFD at all timesand take extra precautions whenboating.



17/156

SAFETY EQUIPMENT

An operator and the boat's passen-ger(s) should have ready access toshatterproof glasses should riding

conditions or personal preferencewarrant.Wind, water spray and speed maycause a person's eyes to water andcreate blurred vision.As the owner of the boat, you areresponsible for assuring that all re-quired safety equipment is aboard.You should also consider supplying

additional equipment as needed foryour safety and that of your passen-gers. Check state and local regula-tions and call the U.S. Coast GuardBoating Safety Information Line at 1800 368-5647 for information aboutrequired safety equipment.

Required SafetyEquipmentSafety equipment required by federalregulations is mandatory. Personalflotation devices must be fitted tothe people wearing them. If localregulations require additional equip-ment, it must be approved by theU.S. Coast Guard (USCG). Minimumrequirements include the following: personal flotation devices fire extinguisher visual distress signal navigation lights bell or whistle.A cellular telephone in a waterproofbag or container has also bee n foundto be beneficial to boaters when in dis-tress or just for contacting someoneon shore.

Personal FlotationDevices (PFDs)

Federal regulations require that youhave at least one Coast Guard ap-proved personal flotation device (PFD)for each person in a recreational boatand require that all children under 13years of age wear a PFD at all timeswhen the boat is underway, exceptwhen below deck or in an enclosedcabin. You may not use your boatunless all PFDs are in serviceable

condition, readily accessible, legiblymarked with the Coast Guard approvalnumber, and of an appropriate size(within the weight range and chestsize marked on the PFD) for each per-son on board.A PFD provides buoyancy to help keepyour head above the water and to helpyou remain in a satisfactory positionwhile in the water. Body weight andage should be considered when se-lecting a PFD. The buoyancy provid-ed by the PFD should support yourweight in water. The size of the PFDshould be appropriate for the wearer.Body weight and chest size are com-mon methods used to size PFDs. It isyour responsibility to ensure that youhave the proper number and types ofPFDs on board to comply with feder-al and local regulations and tha t yourpassengers know where they are andhow to use them.

PFD TypesFive types of PFDs have been a p-proved by the U.S. Coast Guard.



18/156

PFD Type I, Wearable has the greatestrequired buoyancy. Its design allowsfor turning most unconscious personsin the water from face down positionto a vertical or slightly backward, face-

up position. It can greatly increase thechances of survival. Type I is most ef-fective for all waters, especially off-shore when rescue may be delayed.It is also the most effective in roughwaters.

TYPE I WEARABLE

PFD Type II, Wearable turns its wearerin the same way as Type I, but not aseffectively. The Type Il does not turnas many persons under the same con-ditions as a Type I. You may prefer touse this PFD where there is a proba-bility of quick rescue such as in areaswhere other people are commonly in-volved in water activities.

TYPE II WEARABLE

PFD Type III, Wearable allows wear-ers to place themselves in a vertical orslightly backward position. It does notturn the wearer. It maintains the wear-er in a vertical or slightly backward po-

sition and has no tendency to turn thewearer face down. It has the samebuoyancy as a Type Il PFD and may beappropriate in areas where other peo-ple are commonly involved in water ac-tivities.

TYPE III WEARABLE

PFD Type IV, Throwable is required inaddition to the PFDs previously dis-cussed. The most common Type IVPFD is a buoyant cushion or ring buoy.It is designed to be thrown to a per-son in the water, grasped and held bythe user until he or she is rescued.A Type IV PFD should always be inserviceable condition and immediate-ly available for use. Grasping this PFDmay be difficult if the rescue is delayedor if the user is overcome by hypother-mia (loss of body heat).

TYPE IV THROWABLE



19/156

PFD Type V, Wearable must be worn.When inflated, it provides buoyancyequivalent to Type I, Il or III PFDs.When it is deflated, however, it maynot support some people.

TYPE V WEARABLE

PFD PointersThe purpose of a PFD is to help saveyour life. If you want it to support youwhen you are in the water, it needs tofit, float, and be in good condition. Try the PFD on and adjust it until

it fits comfortably in and out of thewater. Mark your PFD if you are theonly wearer.

To make sure the PFD works, wearit in the water. This will show youhow it works and give you confi-dence when you use it.

Teach children how to put a PFD onand allow them to try it in the water.That way, they know what the PFDis for and how it works. They willfeel more comfortable with it if theysuddenly find themselves in the wa-ter.

If the PFD is wet, allow it to drythoroughly before storing it. Do notdry it in front of a radiator or heater.Store it in a well-ventilated area.

Keep PFDs away from sharp ob-

jects which can tear the fabric orpuncture the flotation pads. For their own safety and the safe-

ty of others, all non-swimmers,poor swimmers, and small chil-dren should wear PFD's at all timeswhether the boat is stationary ormoving.

Check the PFD frequently to makesure that it is not torn, that flota-tion pads have no leaks, and thatall seams and joints are securelysewn.

If a PFD contains kapok, the kapokfibers may become waterloggedand lose their buoyancy after thevinyl inserts are punctured. If thekapok becomes hard or if it issoaked with water, replace it. Itmay not work when you need it.

Hypothermia

Hypothermia, the loss of body heatto the water, is a significant cause ofdeaths in boating accidents. After anindividual has succumbed to hypother-mia, he or she will lose consciousnessand then drown.PFDs can increase survival time be-cause of the insulation they provide.Naturally, the warmer the water, the

less insulation one will require. Whenoperating in cold water (below 4.4C(40F)) consideration should be givento using a coat or jacket style PFD asthey cover more of the body than thevest style PFDs.Some points to remember about hy-pothermia protection:1. While afloat in the water, do not

attempt to swim unless it is toreach a nearby boat, fellow sur-vivor, or a floating object on whichyou can lean or climb. Unneces-sary swimming increases the rateof body heat loss. In cold wa-ter, drown-proof methods that re-quire putting your head in the wa-ter are not recommended. Keepyour head out of the water. Thiswill greatly lessen heat loss and in-crease your survival time.

2. Keep a positive attitude aboutyour survival and rescue. This willimprove your chances of extend-ing your survival time until rescue.Your will to live does make a dif-ference!



20/156

3. If there is more than one personin the water, huddling is recom-mended while waiting to be res-cued. This action tends to reducethe rate of heat loss and thus in-

crease the survival time.4. Always wear your PFD. It won'thelp you fight off the effects ofhypothermia if you don't have it onwhen you go into the water.

Fire ExtinguishersAs the owner of the boat, you areresponsible for supplying a fire extin-

guisher approved by the U.S. 4.8 toless than 7.9 m (16 - 26 ft)) are re-quired to carry one (1) B-1 type handportable fire extinguisher unless theboat is equipped with a fixed fire ex-tinguishing system in the engine com-partment.Hand-held portable fire extinguishersshould be mounted in readily acces-sible locations away from the enginecompartment. All persons aboardshould know the location and properoperation of the fire extinguisher(s).NOTE: Don't test fire extinguishers bysquirting small amounts of the extin-guishing compound. The extinguishermight not work when you really needit!

Visual Distress SignalDevicesVisual distress signal devices ap-proved by the U.S. Coast Guard arerequired on all recreational boats oper-ating on coastal waters and on boatsowned in the United States whenthey are operating on the high seas.Coastal waters include territorial seasand those waters directly connectedto the Great Lakes and the territorialseas up to a point where the watersare less than 3.2 km (2 mi) wide. Vi-sual distress signal equipment may beof the pyrotechnic or non-pyrotechnictype. Regulations prohibit displayof visual distress signals on the wa-ter under any circumstances exceptwhen assistance is required to pre-vent immediate or potential danger topersons on board a vessel.The equipment must be approvedby the U.S. Coast Guard, be in ser-viceable condition, and be stowed in

a readily accessible location. Equip-ment having a date for serviceable lifemust be within the specified usagedate shown.Careful selection and proper stowageof visual distress equipment is veryimportant if children are aboard.

WARNINGFire! In case of fire, do not openengine compartment. Turn off en-gine. Using portable C0 2 fire ex-tinguisher, continuously dischargeentire contents at base of fire.



21/156

DAY USE ONLY

Three orange smoke signals (one handheld and two floating) or one orange flagwith black square and disk.

NIGHT USE ONLYOne S-O-S electric distress light.

DAY AND NIGHT USE

Three flares of the hand held, meteor orparachute type.

Sound Signaling DevicesNOTE: No single signaling device isappropriate for all purposes. Considerkeeping various types of equipmenton board.Boats less than 7.9 m (26 ft) in lengthare required to carry a hand, mouth,or power operated horn or whistle. Itmust produce a blast of two secondduration and audible at a distance of at

least 800 m (1/2 mi).Following are standard whistle signals: one prolonged blast (warning sig-

nal) one short blast (pass on my port

side) two short blasts (pass on my star-

board side) three short blasts (engines in re-

verse) five or more blasts (danger signal).

Navigation LightsNavigation lights are intended to keepother vessels informed of your pres-ence and course. If you are out onthe water between sunset and sun-rise, you are required to display appro-priate navigation lights.

Additional RecommendedEquipmentIt is recommended that you acquireadditional equipment for safe, enjoy-able cruising. This list, which is notall inclusive, includes items you shouldconsider acquiring.

Basic Gear flashlight mooring lines compass oar or paddle distress signals first aid kit dock fenders VHF radio EPIRB (Electronic Position Indicat-

ing Radio Beacon) boat hook extra warm clothing charts

sunblock tow line second anchor and line dewatering device (pump or bailer) emergency supply of drinking water

and food.

Tools spark plug wrench hammer screwdrivers jackknife pliers electrician's tape adjustable wrench lubricating oil duct tape.

For additional tools, see your dealer.



22/156

Spare Parts extra bulbs extra fuses extra drain plug spark plugs spare wire.For additional parts, see your dealer.



23/156

CARBON MONOXIDE AND BOATING

Burning a material containing carbonproduces carbon monoxide (CO), anodorless and colorless gas. Because

CO weighs the same as air, it canspread throughout an enclosed spaceunnoticed because you cannot see itor smell it. Any device used to burncarbon-based materials on a boat canbe a source of CO. Common sourcesof CO include internal combustion en-gines.CO reacts with the blood to reducethe ability of the blood to carry oxygen.The reduced oxygen supply to bodytissues results in death of the tissue.Prolonged exposure can cause braindamage or death. In high concentra-tions, CO can be fatal within minutes.The effects of CO in lower concentra-tions are cumulative and can be just aslethal over long periods of time.Symptoms of CO poisoning include:Itchy and watering eyes, flushedappearance, throbbing temples, in-ability to think coherently, ringing inthe ears, tightness across the chest,headaches, drowsiness, nausea, dizzi-ness, fatigue, vomiting, collapse, andconvulsions. If any of these symp-toms are evident, begin treatment im-mediately. Prompt action can makethe difference between life and death . Evacuate the area and move the vi c-

tim to fresh air. Administer oxygen if available and

get medical help. Open all canvas enclosures to ven-

tilate the area. Investigate the source of CO and

take immediate corrective action. Be especially aware of other CO

sources which may be near boat.



24/156

Carbon Monoxide AccumulationFollowing are examples of possible situations where CO may accumulate withinyour boat while docked, anchored, or underway. Become familiar with theseexamples and their precautions to prevent personal injury or death.

WARNINGExhaust fumes! Generator or hull exhaust from other vessels while eitherdocked or anchored can emit poisonous CO gas and cause excessive ac-cumulation within cabin and cockpit areas. Be alert for generator exhaustfrom your vessel or other vessels alongside. Exhaust outlets near a pier,dock, seawall or outlets blocked by any other means can cause excessiveaccumulation of poisonous CO gas within cockpit area.

VESSEL ALONGSIDE

WARNINGEngine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide (CO) which can accumu-late in and around the boat (under Bimini top, in cockpit, etc.). CO can beharmful or fatal if inhaled. Assure there is adequate ventilation wheneverrunning engine(s).

WHILE UNDERWAY (BACKDRAFTING)



25/156

While underway, CO concentrations can increase by backdrafting or the stationwagon effect. Backdrafting is caused by factors such as relative wind direction,speed, or the bow being too high. To prevent this, open canvas whenever pos-sible to provide positive airflow through the hull.Boat houses, seawalls, and other boats in close proximity or confined areas cancontribute to increased CO levels. Operators must be aware that operation,mooring, and anchoring in an area with other boats puts them in jeopardy ofCO accumulation from other sources. Likewise, a boat operator must be awareof how exhaust from his boat will affect others. Operation of the engines whilemoored may cause CO accumulation in your boat and those around you.

CONFINED AREAS

Be sure to provide adequate ventilation. If the windshield has vents, open thembefore getting underway to increase positive air flow and decrease the chancesof CO accumulation.

WARNINGBackdrafting! Under certain conditions, moving air currents can direct poi-sonous CO fumes into boat. These fumes can accumulate to dangerouslevels without proper airflow. Provide adequate ventilation, redistributethe load or bring boat out of high bow angle.

Even with the best boat design and construction, CO may still accumulate inenclosed or confined areas under certain conditions. Continually observe pas-sengers for symptoms of CO poisoning.



26/156

Do NOT Operate your Boatwithout Performing theFollowing Checklist:

Each Boating Day

OPERATION

Make sure you and yourpassengers know where exhaustoutlets are located on the vessel

Educate all passengers about thesymptoms of CO poisoning andwhere CO may accumulate

When docked or rafting withanother boat, be aware of exhaustemissions from the other boat

Confirm that water flows from theexhaust outlet when the engine(s)is (are) started

Listen for any change in exhaustsound, which could indicate anexhaust component failure

Test the operation of each COalarm by pressing the test button

CO DetectorIt is strongly recommended that youhave CO detectors installed in boatswith canvas enclosures. Monitors areavailable from your dealer. Monitorsshould be professionally installed and

calibrated.NOTE: A CO detector is not a gas fuelvapor detector. Gas fuel vapor detec-tors do not monitor the buildup of COin an enclosed area.



27/156

SAFETY LANYARD

This safety device automatically stopsthe engine if the lanyard is attachedto the operator and the operator falls

from the control station.The safety lanyard clip must be se-curely attached to the operator's PFD,clothing, arm, or leg. Be sure to attachthe lanyard clip to a place where it isfree of obstructions and to somethingthat will move with the operator if heor she leaves the helm station. If theengine shuts down because the DESSkey attached to the safety lanyard wasremoved, the key must be reinstalledon the DESS post before the enginecan be restarted.

TYPICAL1. DESS key installed on DESS post 2. Safety lanyard attached to operator

WARNINGAlways use the safety lanyardwhen operating your boat. KeepDESS post free from obstructions

that could interfere with its opera-tion. Do not modify or bypass itssafety features. The proper useof the safety lanyard can preventa runaway boat situation whichotherwise could cause severe per-sonal injury or death.



28/156

SAFE BOATING PRACTICES

YOU are responsible for your ownsafety, the safety of your passengers,and the safety of fellow boaters.

Drugs and AlcoholDo not use drugs or drink alcohol whileoperating a boat. Like driving a car,driving a boat requires sober, attentivecare. Operating a boat while intoxi-cated or under the influence of drugsis not only dangerous, but it is also aFederal offense carrying a significant

penalty. These laws are vigorously en-forced. The use of drugs and alcohol,singly or in combination, decreases re-action time, impedes judgment, im-pairs vision, and inhibits your ability tosafely operate a boat.

WARNINGAlcohol consumption and boat-ing do not mix! Operating un-der the influence endangers thelives of your passengers and otherboaters. Federal laws prohibit op-erating a boat under the influenceof alcohol or drugs.

Safe OperationFor safety reasons and proper

care, always perform DAILY PRE- OPERATION CHECKS as specified inyour Operator's Guide before operat-ing your boat. Safe operation meansthat you do not misuse your boat nordo you allow your passengers to doso. Safe operation means using goodjudgment at all times. It includes,without limitation, the following ac-tions:

Load the boat within the limits list-ed on the capacity plate. Balanceloads bow to stern and port to star-board.

Maintain boat speed at or belowthe local legal limit. Avoid exces-sive speed or speeds not appropri-ate for operating conditions.

Do not use the boat in weather orsea conditions beyond the skill orexperience of the operator or the

comfortable capability of the boat orpassengers. Be sure at least one other passen-

ger is familiar with the operationand safety aspects of the boat incase of an emergency.

Make sure that passengers andgear do not obstruct the operator'sview or ability to move.

Do not exceed the maximum en-gine power rating stated on the cer-tification plate attached to the boat.

Observe all safety signs and warn-ings both inside the boat and in theimmediate boating area.



29/156

PASSENGER SAFETY

Before getting underway, show allpassengers where emergency andsafety equipment is stowed, and

explain how to use it. Everyoneaboard should wear rubber-soledshoes which resist slipping on wetsurfaces. While underway, passen-gers should remain seated inside thedeck rails. Don't allow passengersto drag their feet or hands in thewater. Always use handholds andother safety hardware to prevent falls.All non-swimmers, poor swimmers,and children should wear a PFD atall times. Federal regulations requirethat children under 13 years of agewear a PFD when the boat is under-way unless they are in an enclosedcabin or below deck.

First AidAs a boat operator, you should be fa-

miliar with basic first aid proceduresthat may be needed while you are farfrom help. Fish hook accidents or mi-nor cuts and abrasions may be themost serious mishaps on board a boat,but you should also learn the prop-er procedures and be ready to dealwith the truly serious problems likeexcessive bleeding, hypothermia, andburns. First aid literature and courses

are available through most Red Crosschapters.

Operation by MinorsMinors should always be super visedby an adult whenever operating aboat. Many states have laws regard-ing the minimum age and lic ensingrequirements of minors. Be sure to

contact the state boating authoritiesfor information. BRP recommendsa minimum operator age of 16 yearsold.



30/156

RULES OF THE ROAD

As a responsible boater, you will com-ply with the RULES OF THE ROAD ,the marine traffic laws enforced by the

U.S. Coast Guard. Navigating a boat ismuch the same as driving an automo-bile. Operating either one responsiblymeans complying with a set of rulesintended to prevent accidents. Justas you assume other car drivers knowwhat they are doing, other boaters as-sume you know what you are doing.Operating a boat can be comparedwith driving unmarked highways androads. To prevent collisions or avoidother boaters, a system of operatingrules must be followed. It's not onlycommon sense... it's the law!Check local and federal boating lawsapplicable to the waterways whereyou intend to use your boat. Learnthe local rules of the road. Know andunderstand the applicable navigationsystem (such as buoys and signs).Know the waters in which the boat isto be operated. Current, tides, rapids,hidden obstacles, wakes and wavesetc. can affect safe operation. It is notadvisable to operate the boat in roughor inclement weather.Generally keep to your right and safe-ly avoid other craft by keeping a safe

distance from other craft, people andobjects.

CrossingGive right of way to craft ahead andto your right. Never cross in front ofanother craft.RED light (give way to the other craft).GREEN light (you have th e right ofway).

Meeting Head-OnKeep right.

PassingGive right of way to other craft andkeep clear.

Navigation SystemNavigational aids, such as signs orbuoys, can help you identify safe wa-ters. Buoys will indicate whether youshould keep to the right (starboard)or to the left (port) of the buoy orto which channel you can continue.They may also indicate whether youare entering a restricted or controlledarea such as a no wake or speed zone.They may also indicate hazards or per-tinent boating information. Markersmay be located on shore or on thewater. They can also indicate speedlimits, no power craft or boating, an-chorage and other useful information.(The shape of each type of marker willprovide assistance).Make sure you know and understandthe navigation system applicable tothe waterways where you intend touse the boat.

Collision Avoidance Do not decrease throttle when try-

ing to steer away from objects. Youneed throttle to steer.

Always keep a constant lookout forother water users, other craft or ob-jects, especially when turning. Bealert for conditions that may l imityour visibility or block your vision ofothers.

Respect the rights of other recre-ationists and/or bystande rs and al-ways keep a safe distance from all

other craft, people and objects. Do not wake or wave jump, ridethe surf line or atte mpt to spray orsplash others with your boat. Youmay misjudge the ability of the boator your own drivin g skills and strikea boat or person.



31/156

This boat has the capability of turn-ing more sharply than other boats.However, unless in an emergency,do not negotiate sharp, high speedturns. Such maneuvers make it

hard for others to avoid you orunderstand where you are going.Also, you and/or your passenger(s)could be thrown from the boat.

Like any other boat, this boat hasno brake. Stopping distance willvary depending on initial speed,load, wind, and water conditions.Practice stopping and docking ina safe, traffic free area to have anidea of how long it will take to stopthe boat under varying conditions.

Maintaining or increasing speedmay be necessary to avoid a colli-sion.

Safe Riding Always keep in mind that as the

throttle lever is returned to idle posi-

tion, less directional control is avail-able, and when the engine is off, di-rectional control is lost. You needthrottle to steer.

While your boat has the capacityof operating at high speeds, it isstrongly recommended that highspeed operation only be appliedwhen ideal conditions exist and arepermitted. Higher speed operationrequires a higher degree of skill andincreases the risk of severe injuries.

In shallow water, proceed withcaution and at very low speeds.Grounding or abrupt stops may re-sult in injury. Debris may also bepicked up and be thrown rearwardby the jet pump onto people orproperty.

Do not use the boat's reverse, tostop. You or your passenger(s)could be violently ejected forwardor even off the boat onto the haz-ard.

Operator/PassengerAwareness Do not start or operate the boat if

anyone is seated on the sun deckor swim platform, or is nearby in thewater. Water and/or debris exitingjet thrust nozzle can cause severeinjury.

The operator and passenger(s)should be properly seated beforestarting or moving the boat. Allpassenger(s) should be instructedto use the handholds or seat strapsprovided.

When accelerating a boat with apassenger(s), whether from a com-plete stop or while underway, al-ways do so progressively. Fast ac-celeration may cause your passen-ger(s) to loose their balance or gripand strike something in the boat orfall out of the boat. Make sure thatyour passenger(s) know of, or antic-ipate, any rapid acceleration.

Maneuverability of theBoat/Towing Do not overload the boat or take on

more passengers than designatedfor the particular boat. Overloadingcan affect maneuverability, stabilityand performance.

Avoid adding on accessories or

equipment which may alter yourcontrol of the boat. Riding with a passenger(s) or pulling

a tube, skier or wakeboarder makesthe boat handle differently and re-quires greater skill.

Always respect the safety and com-fort of your passenger(s) and per-son being towed on skis, wake-board or other towables.



32/156

Always carry an observer whenpulling a tube, skier or wakeboarder,proceed with only as much speedas required and follow the observ-er's instructions. Unless absolutely

necessary, do not make tight, sharpturns. Keep a safe distance fromthe docks, other swimmers, craftor objects.

Use a tow rope of sufficient lengthand size and make sure it is ad-equately secured to your boat.Some boats are equipped or canbe fitted with a specially designedtowing mechanism. It can becomea hazard should someone fall on it.

Don't Forget: Ride smart from the start and we all

win!



33/156

FUELING PROCEDURE

Regarding Fuel Remember that fuel and gasoline

fumes are flammable and explosiveunder certain conditions. Be verycareful when fueling and adhere tothe fueling procedures describedbelow in this Operator's Guide andthose given to you by the marina.Always stop the engine before fu-eling and never allow anyone toremain in the boat while fueling.Each time you fill up, assure thatthe engine compartment is free ofgasoline vapors, and inspect fuellines for leaks and hose deteriora-tion.

Do not smoke or allow open flamesor sparks in the vicinity.

Know the capacity of the fuel tank.Avoid fueling at night except underwell-lit conditions. Gas spills arenot noticeable in the dark. Do notcarry spare fuel or flammable liquidsin any of the storage or engine com-partments.

Procedure

WARNINGFollow these safe boating fuelinginstructions explicitly.

Turn off engine. Do not allow anyone to remain on

the boat. Tie boat securely to the fueling pier. Have a fire extinguisher close at

hand. Insert the spout into the filler neck.

Pour fuel slowly so that air can es-cape from the tank and prevent fuelflowback. Be careful not to spill fu-el.

Stop filling when the fuel reachesthe bottom of filler neck. Do notoverfill . Fully tighten fuel tank cap.

WARNINGAlways stop the engine before re-

fueling. Fuel is flammable and ex-plosive under certain conditions.Always work in a well ventilatedarea. Do not smoke or allow openflames or sparks in the vicinity. Fu-el tank may be pressurized. Slow-ly turn cap when opening. Neveruse an open flame to check fuellevel. When fueling, keep boatlevel. Do not overfill or top off

the fuel tank and leave boat in thesun. As temperature increases,fuel expands and might overflow.Always wipe off any fuel spillagefrom the boat. Periodically verifyfuel system.



34/156

VOLUNTARY INSPECTIONS

State boating officials in many statesor the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliariesoffer courtesy inspections to check

out your boat. They will check forcompliance with safety standards andrequired safety equipment. You mayvoluntarily consent to one of theseinspections, and you are allowed timeto make corrections without prosecu-tion. Check with the appropriate stateagency or the Coast Guard Auxiliaryfor details.



35/156

SAFE BOATING COURSES

The local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliaryand the U.S. Power Squadrons offercomprehensive safe boating class-

es several times a year. You maycontact the BOAT/U.S. Foundation at1 800 336-BOAT (2628) or, in Virginia,1 800 245-BOAT (2628), for a courseschedule in your area. Also contactthe local U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliaryor Power Squadron Flotilla for thetime and place of their next scheduledclass. A boating safety course is rec-ommended and may be required inyour province or state.



36/156

WATER SPORTS

WARNINGAvoid personal injury! Your boat

is not designed for and should notbe used for pulling parasails, kites,gliders, or any device which canbecome airborne. Use boat onlyfor appropriate water sports.

WARNINGTeak surfing is extremely danger-ous to participants due to their

proximity to the rear of the boatwhere direct contact with the ex-haust fumes from the boat engineis the highest. Carbon monox-ide poisoning can occur and resultin mental disorientation, dizziness,drowsiness, and loss of conscious-ness. The combination of carbonmonoxide exposure and non-useof a life jacket (PFD) make thisnew water recreation activity anincredibly dangerous and poten-tially deadly sport.

Water skiing, wakeboarding, or ridinga towed, inflatable apparatus are someof the more popular water sports.Taking part in any water sport requiresincreased safety awareness by the

participant and the boat operator. Ifyou have never pulled someone be-hind your boat before, it is a good ideato spend some hours as an observer,working with and learning from an ex-perienced driver. It is also importantto be aware of the skill and experienceof the person being pulled. Alwayshave a second person on board to ob-serve the person in the water so the

driver can concentrate on operatingthe boat.

Both the boat operator and observ-er should monitor the location of thetowrope when participating in water-

sports. A slack tow rope can becomeentangled with person(s) or objects inthe boat or in the water, particularlywhen making a tight turn or circling,and cause serious personal injury.Everyone participating in a water sportshould observe these guidelines: Allow only capable swimmers to

take part in any water sport.

Always wear a personal flotationdevice (PFD) approved by the U.S.Coast Guard. Wearing a proper-ly designed PFD helps a stunnedor unconscious person stay afloat.A Type-IV water-ski vest is an ap-proved and practical PFD.

Have a second person aboard toobserve the person being towedand inform the driver about the par-ticipant's hand signals. The drivermust give full attention to operatingthe boat and the waters ahead.

Be considerate to others you sharethe water with.

Never allow a person to teak surfbehind your boat. Do not tow a per-son in any water sport on a shorttow rope such that the person in-

hales exhaust fumes in concentra-tion. Inhalation of concentrated ex-haust fumes, which contain carbonmonoxide, can result in CO poi son-ing, personal injury and death.

Give immediate attention to a per-son who has fallen. He or she isvulnerable in the water a lone andmay not be seen by other boaters.

Approach a person in the waterfrom the lee side (opposite the di-rection of the wind ). Turn off themotor before coming close to theperson.

Turn off engine and anchor the boatbefore swimmin g.



37/156

Participate in water sports only insafe areas. Stay away from otherboats, channels, beaches, restrict-ed areas, swimmers, and heavilytraveled waterways and underwa-

ter obstructions. Swim only in areas designated assafe for swimming. These are usu-ally marked with a swim area buoy.Do not swim alone or at night.

SWIM AREA BUOY

Do not water ski between sunsetand sunrise. It is illegal in moststates.

Do not drive the boat directly be-hind a water skier, tuber or wake-boarder. At 40 km (25 mi) per hour,the boat will overtake a person whofalls in the water 60 m (200 ft) infront of your boat in about 5 sec-onds.

Shut engine off and remove ignition

key when anyone is in the waternearby. Stay at least 45 m (150 ft) away

from areas marked by a diver downfloat.

DIVER DOWN FLOAT

WARNINGAvoid personal injury! Do not al-low anyone near the jet pump orintake grate, even when the en-gine is off. Items such as longhair, loose clothing or personalflotation device straps can becomeentangled in moving parts result-ing in serious injury or drowning.

In shallow water, shells, sand,pebbles or other objects could bedrawn up by the jet pump and bethrown rearward.



38/156

SKIING SIGNALS

For more information about water skiing, please contact the American Water SkiAssociation, 1251 Holy Cow Road, Polk City, FL 33868 (1 (863) 324-4341).INTERNET WEB SITE: www.usawaterski.org/ E-Mail: [email protected]



39/156

VEHICLE

INFORMATION

37


40/156

REGISTRATION NUMBER LOCATION

All boats are required by federal law to be registered and legally numbered.Due to space availability for proper display of registration number, refer to thefollowing illustration for location. The registration number must appear on eachside of the boat.

TYPICAL 150 SPEEDSTER 1. Registration number location

TYPICAL 180 CHALLENGER 1. Registration number location

38


41/156

LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS

The following labels are on your boat. If missing or damaged, they can be re-placed free of charge. See an authorized Sea-Doo Sport Boats dealer.Please read the following labels carefully before operating your boat.

TYPICAL 150 SPEEDSTER

TYPICAL 180 CHALLENGER

39


42/156

lmo2007-001-003_a

WAKE TOWER OPTIONAL

Label 1

40


43/156

Label 2



Label 3

TYPICAL

Label 4

Label 5

Label 6

Label 7

Label 8

41


44/156

Label 9

lmo2007-002-001

Label 10

Label 11

WAKE TOWER OPTIONAL

Label 12

smo2006-002-014_a

42


45/156

Label 13



Label 14

180 CHALLENGER

Label 15

lmo2007-002-002

43


46/156

IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

The main components of the boat (hulland engine) are identified by differentserial numbers. It may sometimes be-

come necessary to locate these num-bers for warranty purposes or to tracethe boat in the event of theft.

HullThe Hull Identification Number (H.I.N.)is located on the right side of the tran-som.

TYPICAL1. Hull Identification Number (H.I.N.)

EngineThe Engine Identification Number(E.I.N.) is located on the uppercrankcase on MAGNETO side.

1. Engine Identification Number (E.I.N.)

44


47/156

CONTROLS, COMPONENTS AND INSTRUMENTS

NOTE: Some controls/instruments/equipment do not apply or are optional onsome models. In these cases their reference numbers are deliberately missingin the illustrations.

Overview

lmo2007-001-002_a

COCKPIT VIEW 150 SPEEDSTER

45


48/156

lmo2007-001-001_a

COCKPIT VIEW 180 CHALLENGER


46


49/156



47


50/156


48


51/156

1. DESS Post (engine cut-out switch)2. Steering Wheel3. Throttle/Shifter Controller4. Start/Stop Button5. Navigation Lights Switch6. Bilge Pump Switch7. Bilge Air Blower Switch8. Information Center Gauge9. Bilge Drain Plugs10. Grab Handles11. Rear Grab Handles12. Swim Platform13. Ladder14. Seats15. Front Boarding Step (150 Speed-

ster)16. Spotter Seat (150 Speedster)17. Cup Holders18. Front Storage Compartment (150

Speedster)19. Deck Storage Compartment

20. Rear Storage Compartment21. Jet Pump Water Intake (notshown)

22. Bow Lights23. Stern Light Socket24. Mooring Cleats25. Deck

26. Fuel Tank Cap27. Deck Drain28. Engine Oil Filling Cap29. Flushing Connector30. Ventilation Ducts31. Bow/Stern Eyelets32. Jet Pump Nozzle33. Reverse Gate34. Scupper Valve35. Fuel Tank Vent36. Water Sport Towing Attachments37. Main Battery Cut-Off Switch38. AM/FM Radio/CD Player39. 12-Volt Jack40. Fuses41. Horn Switch42. Deck Lights Switch43. Glovebox44. Bow Seats45. Bow Seat Storage Compartments46. Bow Filler Cushion (if so equipped)

47. Rear Seat Storage Compartments48. Passenger Storage Compartment49. Engine Cover50. Port Bilge Access51. Removable Cooler52. Radio/CD Cut-Off Switch53. AM/FM Radio/CD Player Remote

Control

49


52/156

1) DESS Post (enginecut-out switch)

WARNINGAlways use safety lanyard whenoperating your boat to help pre-vent a runaway boat and reducethe risk of personal injury ordeath. Remove the DESS keywhen stopped to help prevent ac-cidental starting.

The DESS key should be securelysnapped onto the Digitally EncodedSecurity System (DESS) post to al-low engine starting.Two short beeps should sound indicat-ing the system is ready to allow enginestarting. Otherwise, refer to TROU- BLESHOOTING section for the COD- ED SIGNALS CHART .Pulling the key from the DESS poststops the engine.

WARNINGShould the DESS key becomeloose or fails to remain on theDESS post, replace it immediately.

Always attach the safety lanyard to theoperator's Personal Flotation Deviceand snap the key to the DESS post tobe able to start the engine.

TYPICAL1. Safety lanyard 2. Secure lanyard clip to PFD 3. Snap key to DESS post

WARNINGDirectional control is reducedwhen throttle is decreased andlost when engine is off. Alwaysremove DESS key when boat isnot in operation.

WARNINGDo not lubricate the DESS post.

WARNINGWhile the engine can be stopped

using the start/stop button, gooddriving habits recommend thatthe DESS key also be disconnect-ed when stopped.

Additional Information on theDigitally Encoded SecuritySystem (DESS)The DESS key contains an electronic

circuit that gives it a unique electronicserial number.To have additional DESS keys pro-grammed for your boat, refer to anauthorized Sea-Doo Sport Boats deal-er.If the engine is stopped with thestart/stop button while the key re-mains on the DESS post, it can be

restarted anytime by only pressingthe start/stop button during a periodof approximately 10 minutes whil e thesystem remains under power. Afterthis delay, it is necessary to removeand reinstall the key on the DE SSpost.

2) Steering WheelThe steering wheel controls the direc-tion of the boat. Turning the steeringwheel clockwise stee rs the boat to theright and inversely.

50


53/156

3) Throttle/ShifterController

Throttle LeverWhen pushed forward, the boat accel-erates. When fully pulled back, en-gine returns to idle speed and the boatis gradually stopped by water drag.

TYPICAL1. Throttle lever 2. Increase speed 3. Decrease speed 4. Idle position speed

Shifter LeverA 3-position lever: forward neutral reverse.In order to shift, throttle lever must befully pulled back to idle speed.Shifter must be in neutral position toallow engine starting.

TYPICAL1. Throttle lever must be fully pulled back

(idle speed) to shift 2. Forward 3. Neutral 4. Reverse

CAUTION: Do not force lever. In-sure throttle lever is in idle position.NOTE: To ease shifter use, line up theshifter arrow with the appropriate dot(Forward/Neutral/Reverse).

F10L0BY 1 2TYPICAL1. Dots besides shifting position2. Arrow on shifter

WARNINGShift lever should only be usedwhen the engine is idling and boatis completely stopped.

51


54/156

WARNINGOnly use reverse at slow speedand for the shortest time possible.Always ensure the path behindis clear of objects and personsincluding children playing in shal-low water.

CAUTION: Never rev the engine athigh RPM in reverse.

4) Start/Stop ButtonDual function push switch, used tostart as well as to stop engine.

Starting

WARNINGEngine exhaust fumes contain car-bon monoxide (CO) which can ac-cumulate in and around the boat(under Bimini top, in cockpit, etc.).CO can be harmful or fatal if in-haled. Assure there is adequateventilation whenever running en-gine(s).

Shifter must be in neutral position andthe DESS key must be on the DESSpost to allow engine starting.To start engine, press and hold thestart/stop button. Release immedi-ately after engine is started.

F04H0AY

1

1. Start when engine is NOT running

Stopping

WARNINGWhile engine can be stoppedby pressing the stop button, westrongly recommend the enginebe stopped by removing the DESSkey. This will install good habits.

Pressing button when engine is run-ning will stop the engine.

F04H0AY

1

1. STOP when engine IS running

WARNINGDirectional control is not availablewhen engine is stopped.

5) Navigation LightsSwitch

A 3-position NAV/OFF/ANC switch.

ANC: Turns on the anchorage lightwhen the boat is anchored.Only the stern light is lit.

OFF: Turns off all lights.

NAV: Turns on both bow and sternlights and illuminates thegauges.

52


55/156

WARNINGNavigation lights should always beused between sunset and sunrise.Ensure the stern light is installed.See REMOVABLE STERN LIGHT inthis section for location and instal-lation.

NAVIGATION LIGHTS SWITCH

6) Bilge Pump SwitchA 2-position OFF/ON switch.

BILGE PUMP SWITCH

Turn to ON position when manual op-eration of the bilge pump is required(after cleaning, storage, etc.).Turn switch to OFF when finished.

CAUTION: Do not operate for pro-longed time if the bilge is dry: bat-tery drainage will occur and pumpwill be damaged.The bilge pump may be operated with-out the DESS key on its post.CAUTION: Always turn pump OFFwhen bilge is dry or before oper-ating the engine above idle. Bilgepump will then switch to automaticmode.

Automatic Bilge PumpThe automatic bilge pump evacuateswater from the bilge. A water sen-sor detects the water, activating thepump. After the water is pumpedout, the pump shuts-off automatically.This automatic mode is working at alltimes: with/without DESS key on itspost and with/without engine running.

CAUTION: When the main batterycut-off switch is turned OFF while

boat is moored, the automatic bilgepump will start if water comes up inthe bilge.

7) Bilge Air BlowerSwitch

A 2-position OFF/ON switch. Whenturned on, the blower ventilates theengine compartment.

BILGE AIR BLOWER SWITCH

53


56/156

WARNINGGasoline vapors can explode, re-sulting in injury or death. Alwaysuse blower for a minimum of 5minutes before starting engine,then turn it OFF above idle speed.Use of the bilge blower shouldnever replace smelling for gaso-line vapors.

CAUTION: Using the bilge blowerfor a prolonged time when the en-gine is not running will dischargethe battery.

Blower should be turned off duringboat operation.

8) Information CenterGauge

This is a multifunction gauge thatsupplies several real time useful infor-mation to the driver either in English,French or Spanish. See an authorizedSea-Doo Sport Boats dealer for unitsettings.At start-up, all LCD segments and indi-cator lights will turn on for 3 secondseach time the information center is ac-tivated (when DESS key is installed).This allows the driver to validate theyare all working properly.NOTE: Gauge is illuminated wheneverthe navigation lights are used.

lmo2007-001-007_a

1. Speedometer 2. Tachometer 3. Fuel level 4. Information display

5. Indicator lights 6. Water depth display 7. Water temperature display

SpeedometerSpeedometer indicates the speed ofthe boat in miles per hour (MPH) orkilometers per hour (km/h).

Tachometer

Tachometer indicates the revolutionsper minute (RPM) of the engine. Mul-tiply by 1000 to obtain the actual revo-lutions.

Fuel LevelBar gauge continuously indicates theamount of fuel in the fuel tank whileriding. A low-fuel condition is also in-dicated on the information display asonly one bar is displayed. See MES- SAGE CODE below.

Information Display

CompassDisplays the cardinal points to indicatethe orientation of the boat.

WARNINGUse the compass as a guide only.Not to be used for navigation pur-poses.

54


57/156

Hourmeter (HR)Displays the time in hours of the boatusage.

Message Code(Information Display)Displays a message code wheneverone of the following circumstancesoccurs. The abbreviations betweenparenthesis here are the code dis-played.

(H-TEMP)Engine or exhaust system overheat-

ing.CAUTION: If the monitoring beepercontinuously sounds, stop engineas soon as possible .Turn off engine as soon as possible.Check oil and coolant levels and refillif necessary. Refer to LIQUIDS If engine still overheats, refer toENGINE OVERHEATS in TROU- BLESHOOTING .

(OIL)Low oil pressure.The oil light turns on when the oilpressure is low or high in the engine.Check oil level as soon as possible.If lamp remains ON contact an autho-rized Sea-Doo Sport Boats dealer.

CAUTION: Never run engine out of oil. Serious engine damage will oc-cur.

(12 V LOW)Low battery voltage.Before the battery becomes too dis-charged to start the engines, the voltsindicator light will come on.When the indicator light is on, youshould discontinue all use of electricalaccessories immediately and start theengine in order to recharge the battery.

(12 V HI)High battery voltage.

See an authorized Sea-Doo SportBoats dealer.

(FUEL-LO)Low fuel level.

Fill up fuel tank as soon as possible.

(MAINT)Maintenance reminder.NOTE: When the boat is due for amaintenance inspection, the messageMAINT will blink. After servicing, yourauthorized Sea-Doo Sport Boats deal-er will clear it.

(CHK ENG)Check engine.NOTE: If a fault occurs, this sys-tem generates numbered fault codes(P-XXXX) that are displayed throughthe information center. In case of afailure, you may call your authorizedSea-Doo Sport Boats dealer and he

would be able to assist you to obtainthe code descriptions to help trou-bleshooting.

(SENSOR)Sensor failure (boat electronic equip-ment).See an authorized Sea-Doo SportBoats dealer.

(KEY)Invalid DESS key.Indicates that you have used thewrong DESS key, use the proper keyfor this boat.

(L KEY)DESS learning key active

Additional InformationA beeper will sound and indicator lightwill blinks depending on the fault oc-curring to catch the driver attentionwhen necessary.

55


58/156

Except for low liquid levels, which canbe corrected by refilling, it is recom-mended to see an authorized Sea-Doodealer when other messages occur.

Indicator LightsNOTE: Refer to MESSAGE CODE above for additional information re-garding messages.

Low oil pressure (OIL)

Check engine (CHK ENG)

Engine or exhaust systemoverheating (H-TEMP)

Low fuel level (FUEL-LOW)

Low/high battery voltage(12 V LOW/HI)

Maintenance reminder (MAINT)

Water Depth Display

If so Equipped Display the water depth under the hullwithin 0 to 50 meters (0 to 170 feet).

NOTE: Under certain conditions, thegauge may stop displaying. Thegauge ability to display the depthdepends on the usage conditions.

Water Temperature DisplayDisplays the water temperature of thewater surface in degrees Celsius (C)or Fahrenheit (F).

9) Bilge Drain PlugsOnce boat is on trailer, unscrew thedrain plugs, block the wheels and raisethe bow slightly with the trailer jack

(if so equipped) so that the water canflow out of the bilge.

TYPICAL1. Drain plugs 2. Loosen3. Tighten

10) Grab HandlesGrab handles provide a handhold forthe passengers.Although grab handles are provided,never perform maneuvers that placea passenger or the driver at risk forbeing ejected or thrown out of theirseat.

CAUTION: Never use the grab han-dles to pull anything or to lift theboat.Refer to components location illustra-tions at the beginning of this sectionfor g

Seadoo 180 Challenger operation and maintenance manual

Documents

Transcript of Seadoo 180 Challenger operation and maintenance manual