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from people, objects and other watercraft. Avoid areas with submerged objects or shallow water.
Do not follow directly behind PWCs or other boats. Remember, generally PWCs and other boats
do not have brakes.
Reverse Operation
On water, the Crosski can be operated in reverse when the reverse bucket is lowered over
the jet nozzle. The reverse bucket is lowered by pulling on the Marine reverse lever on the left
side of the steering column. When the bucket is lowered and throttle is applied, the bucket is
lowered and throttle is applied, the bucket re-directs the jet thrust forward moving your Crosski
in reverse. The reverse bucket is for low-speed maneuvering only.
Pull the Marine reverse lever while moving forward can cause abrupt deceleration. Never
attempt to deploy the reverse bucket while traveling at planning speed or to deploy the reverse
bucket as brake to decelerate the Crosski more quickly.
To shift back to forward operation, simply push the reverse lever forward.
Water Conditions
Know the waters in which the Crosski is to be operated. Currents, tides, rapids, submerged
obstacles, wakes and waves etc. can affect the safe operation of the Crosski.
It is not advisable to operate in rough water or inclement weather. Try to avoid using the
Crosski in these conditions. If you must do so, proceed with caution using minimum speed.
Crossing Waves and Wakes
Do not attempt to jump waves or wakes. Jumping or operating in very choppy water, may
cause you to lose control of your Crosski and cause a collision and can increase the risk of striking
the handlebar and injuries such as broken bones and back/spinal injuries or paralysis.
When crossing wakes or waves, you should reduce speed as much as possible to reduce
jarring. Always be prepared to steer with throttle and shift your body weight to maintain balance
as necessary. You may want to ‘post’ to absorb any shock with your legs rather than your
buttocks and back. ‘Posting’ is a semi-standing posture, commonly used by PWC riders, where
your weight is placed n your feet and your knees slightly bent. Always keep a safe distance from
other watercraft ahead of you.
Shallow water
Do not operate in shallow water (less than 2 ft of depth). Debris can be thrown rearward by
the jet injuring people or damaging property. Debris can also damage the jet thrust system.
Grounding or impacts with underwater obstructions may cause the Crosski to stop abruptly
which could result in personal injury and/or damage to the Crosski. When operating in or near
shallow waters, proceed with caution at very low speeds.
Boarding the Crosski in deep water
Ensure that the engine is stopped and the engine safety cut-off is removed before boarding
the Crosski from the water.
Approach the Crosski from either side and grab the handle below the seat.
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