Williams SportJet 345 Mode D'emploi page 9

Above: Towing valve warning sticker.
WARNING. Never perform high
speed and extreme maneuvers,
which could result in loss of control.
WARNING. Always attach the kill
cord to your leg. Removal of the kill
cord will stop the engine in the event of an
emergency.
WARNING. Manoeuvrability of the
boat is restricted while decelerating.
Familiarize yourself with the boat's handling.
This boat uses a water-jet propulsion system
and has unique characteristics in steering. The
throttle produces thrust from the jet pump, the
directional control is provided by opening the
throttle and turning the wheel in the direction
of your turn. High thrust will turn the boat
sharply; low thrust will produce less turning
force. There is no rudder, so while underway
there is no steering without thrust.
If weed or debris gets caught in the jet unit
during use, cavitation can occur, causing a
decrease in forward thrust. If this condition is
allowed to continue the engine may overheat,
resulting in serious damage. If there is any
sign of debris or weeds etc blocking the jet,
remove the boat from the water.
Switch off battery isolator and remove all
debris from around the jet unit. DO NOT
make repeated attempts to start your
tender if it has been blocked or jammed
by debris or rope as engine damage
may occur. In case of difficulty consult
your Williams authorized dealer. A full list of
authorized dealers/engineers is available at
williamsjettenders.com.
RECOVERY
CAUTION. Do not attempt to lift or
recover the tender by the transom.
Any stern-up angle will cause water to enter
the engine from exhaust system and will result
in serious engine damage.
TOWING VALVE
CAUTION. Risk of engine flooding
exists. Towing valve is fitted. The valve
must be in the CLOSED position when your
tender is being towed and the OPEN position
when your tender is being used. When towing,
the towing valve must be closed, and the
reverse bucket must be in the forward/ahead
position. Failure to observe correct valve
position will result in serious engine
damage.
MOORING
CAUTION. Do not leave the Sportjet
moored for extended periods as this
may result in an accumulation of marine
growth and a loss of performance.
BEACHING
CAUTION. DO NOT operate in less
than 0.95 m/3 ft of water as debris
may enter the jet unit. DO NOT drive the
Sportjet onto the beach. Stop the engine
before beaching, as damage to the pump or
engine cooling may occur.
After beaching, move the boat into deeper
water and rock from side to side several times
to remove sand from the intake area. Failure to
do so could cause damage to the jet unit.
TRIM
CAUTION. Do not overload the boat.
At all speeds be aware of trim and keep
weight evenly distributed.
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