Sea-doo Sportster 1998 User Manual

Sea-doo Sportster 1998 Specifications

General

Category	Boat
Manufacturer	Sea-Doo
Model	Sportster
Year	1998
Engine Type	2-stroke
Engine	Rotax Marine Engine
Seating Capacity	4
Passenger Capacity	4

Summary

Safety Warning

Bombardier Limited Warranty: 1998 Sea-Doo Jet Boat

Warranty Coverage Period

Specifies the duration of warranty coverage for different parts of the jet boat.

What Bombardier Will Do

Outlines Bombardier's responsibilities for repairing or replacing defective parts.

Condition to Have Warranty Work Validated

Steps the customer must take to ensure warranty service is performed.

Exclusions - Are Not Warranted

Lists items and conditions that are not covered by the limited warranty.

Limitations of Liability

Defines the extent of Bombardier's liability and disclaims other warranties.

Consumer Assistance

Provides contact information and procedures for resolving warranty disputes.

Bombardier International Limited Warranty: 1998 Sea-Doo Jet Boat

Warranty Coverage Period

Specifies the duration of warranty coverage for international markets.

What Bombardier Will Do

Outlines Bombardier's responsibilities for international warranty repairs.

Condition to Have Warranty Work Validated

Steps for validating international warranty service.

Exclusions Are Not Warranted

Lists exclusions for the international warranty.

Limitations of Liability

Defines liability limits for international warranty.

Consumer Assistance

Provides international consumer assistance contacts.

List of Distributors

Registration Number Location

Location of the Important Labels

Identification Numbers

Hull

Location of the Hull Identification Number (HIN) and model number.

Engine

Location of the Engine Identification Number (EIN).

Controls and Components Location

Safety Lanyard Post

Details on the safety lanyard, its installation, and operation.

Steering Wheel

Explanation of how the steering wheel controls boat direction and low-speed steering.

Throttle Lever(s)

How to operate throttle levers to control engine speed and boat acceleration.

Shifter Lever

Operation of the 3-position shifter lever (forward, neutral, reverse).

Fuel and Lubrication

Fueling Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for safely fueling the jet boat.

Recommended Fuel

Specifies the type of gasoline and octane rating required for the jet boat.

Recommended Oil

Specifies the type of oil for the injection system and alternatives.

Oil Injection System

Break-In Period

Engine

Details the break-in period for the engine, including speed and load limitations.

10-Hour Inspection

Recommendation for a 10-hour service inspection by an authorized dealer.

Pre-Operation Checks

Hull

Inspect hull for cracks or damage.

Jet Pump Water Intake

Inspect and clean jet pump water intake for obstructions.

Steering System

Check steering for free movement and jet pump nozzle alignment.

Throttle System

Check throttle lever operation for free and smooth movement.

Operating Instructions

Principle of Operation

Explains how the jet propulsion system draws water and creates thrust.

Turning

How to steer the jet boat, including low-speed control and turning with throttle.

Turning when Using the Reverse

How steering response differs when operating in reverse.

Low-Speed Steering Control System

Starting the Engine(s)

Stopping/Docking

Beaching

Post-Operation Care

General Care

Basic care steps after using the jet boat, including draining and wiping.

Additional Care for Foul Water or Salt Water

Special care required for operating in foul or salt water.

Cooling System Flushing and Engine Internal Lubrication

Flushing the cooling system and lubricating the engine for maintenance.

Special Procedure

Engine Overheating

Steps to take if the engine overheats, including flushing and checking.

Jet Pump Water Intake and Impeller Cleaning

How to clean the jet pump intake and impeller to resolve clogging issues.

Towing the Boat in Water

Instructions for towing the jet boat in the water, including precautions.

Maintenance

Lubrication

General lubrication points and important notes.

PTO Flywheel(s)

Procedure for lubricating the PTO flywheel(s).

Throttle/Choke Cables

Electrical Connections

Anticorrosion Protection

Periodic Inspection

Ski Post (if so equipped)

Procedure for lubricating the ski post.

Carburetors and Oil Injection Pump(s)

Lubricating carburetor springs, shafts, and oil injection pump.

Reverse Gate(s)

Lubricating reverse gate pivoting points and mechanisms.

Weedless System

Lubricating the water intake grate and cable rod.

Fuel and Oil Filters

Steering/Jet Pump Nozzle Adjustment

Fuses

Light Bulb Replacement

Bow Light

Procedure for replacing the bulb in the bow light assembly.

Stern Light

Procedure for replacing the bulb in the stern light.

General Inspection and Cleaning

Inspection

Checks for engine compartment, battery, hoses, hull, and intake grate.

Cleaning

Procedures for cleaning the bilge, hull, and removing stains.

Transportation

Trailer

Refer to Trailer Owner's Guide for capacity and operation.

Jet Boat

Precautions for towing the jet boat, including fuel valve and storage.

Loading/Launching

Ensuring weedless system lever is pushed in for loading/launching.

Boat Tie-down Attachment on Trailer

Storage and Pre-Season Preparation

Storage

Recommendations for proper storage, including not running the engine.

Engine Draining

Procedure for draining engine(s) to prevent freezing damage.

Fuel System

Using fuel stabilizer to prevent fuel deterioration and gumming.

Antifreezing Protection

Pre-Season Preparation

Troubleshooting

Monitoring Beeper Coded Signals

Guide to interpreting beeper signals for troubleshooting engine and system issues.

Engine will not Start

Troubleshooting steps for when the engine fails to start or turns over slowly.

Engine Overheats

Troubleshooting steps for engine overheating issues.

Engine Continually Backfires

Engine Lacks Acceleration or Power

Specifications

ENGINE

Engine specifications including type, displacement, and lubrication.

ELECTRICAL

Electrical system details including generator output, ignition, and fuses.

PROPULSION

DIMENSIONS

SI* Metric Information Guide

BASE UNITS

Table of base SI units and their symbols.

CONVERSION FACTORS

Factors for converting between different measurement units.

Change of Address

STOLEN UNITS

Procedure to follow and information to provide if the jet boat is stolen.