EasyManua.ls Logo

American Turbine SD-309 User Manual

Default Icon
27 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Page #1 background imageLoading...
Page #1 background image
THE POWER IS IN THE PUMP!
OWNERS MANUAL
MODELS: 12-S & 12-TD
MODELS: AT-309 TJ-309 SD-309 SD-312
MODEL: J120-AT
Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the American Turbine SD-309 and is the answer not in the manual?

American Turbine SD-309 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAmerican Turbine
ModelSD-309
CategoryWater Pump
LanguageEnglish

Summary

PRE OPERATION INSPECTION

Thrust Bearing Lubrication

Lubricate thrust bearing every thirty hours or if boat sits for more than 2 months.

Steering

Verify nozzle turns completely against housing when wheel is rotated.

Reverse Shift Control

Check reverse bucket coverage of nozzle discharge in forward, neutral, and reverse.

Hand Hole Cover

Check to ensure the hand hole cover is tightly fastened.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Lubrication

Inspect and lubricate thrust bearing every thirty hours; bowl bearings at winterization, midway, and winterization.

Shaft Packing

Adjust packing gland nuts in quarter-turn increments for proper compression.

Reverse Components

Inspect reverse bucket function and secure cable attachments.

IMPELLER INFORMATION

Impeller Selection Criteria

Choose impeller size based on speed, economy, efficiency, engine life, and noise priorities.

SAFETY

Retrieving Skiers

Recommend shutting off engine when retrieving downed skiers.

Ski Ropes

Avoid ski ropes being sucked into pump; shut off engine when retrieving.

Shallow Water Operation

Be careful in shallow, rocky water to avoid damage from ingested rocks.

LIMITED WARRANTY

Warranty Coverage

Jet drive unit warranted for 12 months against defects in material and workmanship.

Claim Procedure

Return defective part freight prepaid to American Turbine for repair or replacement.

EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS

Exclusions from Warranty

Warranty excludes third-party parts, normal maintenance, and modifications.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR BOAT

Tachometer Importance

Tachometer is key for performance; RPMs should remain consistent.

Hull Performance Issues

Poor performance with normal RPMs points to hull problems like overload or drag.

Jet Unit Performance Issues

High RPMs with low thrust suggest jet unit problems like blockage or wear.

Engine Performance Issues

Low RPMs typically indicate engine problems such as fuel, air, or ignition faults.

Excessive Noise Diagnosis

Noise can stem from cavitation, bearing wear, or drive shaft vibration.

Related product manuals