2013 Kawasaki JET SKI Ultra LX Owners Manual - Page 91

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 89 section in GENERAL INFORMATION chapter for more details. sure to keep the key inserted in the slot while • Be riding the watercraft. This is important because if NOTE żWait 15 seconds between each operation of the NOTICE Pushing the "START" button while the engine is running or while the starter is still spinning causes premature starter wear and may cause it to jam. To prevent premature wear and jamming, do not push the "START" button while the engine is running or while the starter is still spinning. starter. This will extend battery and starter life significantly. j • you lose the keys at sea you will be unable to start the engine again and may end up being stranded. With your left hand, push the green start button and release it when the engine starts. If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, release the button. Wait 15 seconds before trying again. If the engine does not start after several attempts, see the TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE chapter. the engine has started, allow it to warm up for • After about 1 minute. Apply a little throttle occasionally. • Excessive idling can foul the spark plugs. Check that water comes out of the bypass outlet in the right side of the hull when the throttle is applied. This indicates that cooling water is circulating. If there is none, shut off the engine and find the source of the trouble. When the exhaust system is dry, it can take up to 15 seconds for water to appear at the bypass outlet. A. Engine Start Button B. Lanyard Key