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SAFETY WARNING

Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions contained in


this Operator’s Guide, the Safety Handbook, the Safety Videocassette
and the on-product Warning Labels could cause injury, including the
possibility of death. The operator has the responsibility to inform
passenger(s) of safety precautions.

This Operator’s Guide, the Safety Handbook and Videocassette should


remain with the craft at the time of resale.

Gelcote† is a trademark of Gelcote International


Knight’s Spray-Nine† is a trademark of Korkay System Ltd

The following trademarks are property of Bombardier Inc. and/or its


subsidiaries:

SEA-DOO®
BOMBARDIER-ROTAX®
Bombardier Lube®
Sea-Doo Synthetic Grease

Printed in Canada (lmo2001-002a.fm PS)


®*Trademarks of Bombardier Inc. and/or its subsidiaries.
©2000 Bombardier Inc. All rights reserved.
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Doin’it on your new Sea-Doo Sport Boat


Congratulations, you are now the proud owner of a Sea-Doo sport boat. Whether
you are an experienced boater or are new to the sport of boating, we ask you to
take the time to view the Videocassette provided with the craft, to read this Op-
erator’s Guide, the Safety Handbook and on-product warning/caution labels and
familiarize yourself with the contents. These manuals contain pertinent informa-
tion which, if followed, will provide you with the necessary knowledge to help
you fully enjoy the pleasures of this craft.
We strongly recommend that any craft operator complete a safety boating
course. Check with your local Coast Guard or Power and Sail Squadron in your
area for course availability. More serious boaters may want to obtain Chapman
Piloting by Elbert S. Maloney, available at most book stores.
When introducing your family or friends to the sport, be sure they fully understand
the controls and operation of the craft and the importance of courteous, respon-
sible riding.
Each operator has a responsibility to ensure the safety of his/her passenger(s)
and of other water users. Please follow all safety instructions and operate your
craft with care.
We encourage you to have an Annual Safety Inspection of your craft. Please
contact your authorized Sea-Doo dealer for further details.
Finally, we urge you to visit your authorized Sea-Doo dealer regularly for regular
and safety maintenance as well as any craft accessories you may require.

Have fun and... Bon Voyage.

Please keep this guide and Safety Handbook on board. These manuals
should remain with the craft at time of resale.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOREWORD ................................................................................ 5
 SAFETY MEASURES ............................................................... 6
General .................................................................................................... 6
Operation................................................................................................. 6
Maintenance............................................................................................ 7
LIST OF DISTRIBUTORS ............................................................. 8
BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY
NORTH AMERICA: SEA-DOO® SPORT BOAT ................................ 9
BOMBARDIER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY:
SEA-DOO® SPORT BOAT ............................................................ 11
REGISTRATION NUMBER LOCATION ......................................... 13
LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS ................................... 14
IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS ....................................................... 17
Hull .......................................................................................................... 17
Engine...................................................................................................... 17
CONTROLS, COMPONENTS AND INSTRUMENTS LOCATION .... 18
Cockpit..................................................................................................... 18
Overview ................................................................................................. 20
CONTROLS, COMPONENTS AND INSTRUMENTS FUNCTIONS.. 23
1) Safety Lanyard .................................................................................. 23
2) Steering Wheel ................................................................................. 23
3) Throttle Lever.................................................................................... 23
4) Shift Lever......................................................................................... 24
5) Ignition Switch .................................................................................. 24
6) 12-Volts Accessory Jack ................................................................... 25
7) Navigation Light Switch............................................................................. 25
8) Bilge Pump Switch............................................................................ 25
9) Bilge Air Blower Switch............................................................................. 26
10) Horn Switch ...................................................................................... 26
11) Deck Light Switch ............................................................................. 26
12) Low-Fuel Warning System Switch.................................................... 27
13) Fuel Gauge/Low Oil Level Pilot Lamp and Beeper ........................... 27
14) Tachometer ....................................................................................... 27
15) Speedometer .................................................................................... 28
16) Wind Deflector .................................................................................. 28
17) Bilge Drain Plugs ............................................................................... 28
18) Grab Handles .................................................................................... 28
19) Rear Grab Handle(s) .......................................................................... 29
20) Swim Platform .................................................................................. 29
21) Sun Deck (if so equipped) ................................................................. 29
22) Seats ................................................................................................. 29
23) Bow Seat (if so equipped) ................................................................. 30
24) Cup Holders ...................................................................................... 31
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25) Right/Left Front Storage Compartment(s) ........................................ 31


26) Deck Storage Compartment ............................................................. 32
27) Rear Storage Compartment .............................................................. 33
28) Jet Pump Water Intake ..................................................................... 34
29) Bow and Stern Eyelets ..................................................................... 34
30) Bow Light.......................................................................................... 35
31) Removable Stern Light ..................................................................... 35
32) Mooring Cleats.................................................................................. 36
33) Deck.................................................................................................. 36
34) Fuel Tank Cap ................................................................................... 36
35) Deck Drain(s)..................................................................................... 36
36) Main Oil Reservoir Cap ..................................................................... 36
37) Flushing Connector ........................................................................... 37
38) Ventilation Ducts............................................................................... 37
39) Jet Pump Nozzle ............................................................................... 37
40) Reverse Gate .................................................................................... 37
41) Retractable Ladder (if so equipped) .................................................. 37
42) Scupper Valve ................................................................................... 38
43) Hydro-Surge Grate System ............................................................... 38
44) Fuel Tank Vent .................................................................................. 38
45) Ski Post (optional) ............................................................................. 38
46) Fuses ................................................................................................ 39
47) Radio (if so equipped) ....................................................................... 39
48) Glove Box (if so equipped) ................................................................ 39
49) Water Bypass System ...................................................................... 40
50) Main Battery Cut-Off Switch............................................................. 40
FUEL AND LUBRICATION ........................................................... 41
Fueling Procedure ................................................................................... 41
Recommended Fuel ................................................................................ 41
Recommended Oil .................................................................................. 42
Main Oil Reservoir Level ......................................................................... 42
Engine Mounted Oil Reservoir Level....................................................... 42
BREAK-IN PERIOD ...................................................................... 43
Engine ..................................................................................................... 43
10-Hour Inspection .................................................................................. 43
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS .......................................................... 44
Hull .......................................................................................................... 45
Jet Pump Water Intake ........................................................................... 45
Bilge ........................................................................................................ 45
Battery..................................................................................................... 45
Fuel Tank/Oil Reservoirs.......................................................................... 45
Engine Compartment .............................................................................. 45
Fire Extinguisher...................................................................................... 45
Steering System...................................................................................... 45
Throttle System....................................................................................... 45
Shifter System......................................................................................... 46
Inlet Grate................................................................................................ 46
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Safety Lanyard and Ignition Switch ......................................................... 46


Storage Compartment Covers................................................................. 46
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................... 47
Launching/Loading................................................................................... 47
Trailering .................................................................................................. 47
Principle of Operation .............................................................................. 47
Boarding from a Dock.............................................................................. 49
Boarding from the Water......................................................................... 50
Starting .................................................................................................... 51
Rough Water or Poor Visibility Operation ................................................ 51
Crossing Waves....................................................................................... 51
Stopping/Docking .................................................................................... 51
Beaching.................................................................................................. 52
Shutting Off the Engine........................................................................... 52
POST-OPERATION CARE ............................................................ 53
General Care............................................................................................ 53
Additional Care for Foul Water or Salt Water .......................................... 53
SPECIAL PROCEDURE................................................................ 54
Engine Overheating ................................................................................. 54
Jet Pump Water Intake and Impeller Cleaning ........................................ 54
Capsized Boat.......................................................................................... 54
Submerged Boat...................................................................................... 54
Low-Charge Battery Condition ................................................................ 55
MAINTENANCE .......................................................................... 56
Lubrication ............................................................................................... 56
Periodic Inspection .................................................................................. 57
Periodic Inspection Chart......................................................................... 58
Throttle Cable .......................................................................................... 59
Fuel and Oil Filters................................................................................... 59
Steering/Jet Pump Nozzle Adjustment.................................................... 59
Reverse Gate........................................................................................... 59
Deck Drain(s) ........................................................................................... 59
Fuses ....................................................................................................... 59
Bilge Air Blower....................................................................................... 59
Navigation Light Bulb Replacement ........................................................ 60
General Inspection and Cleaning ............................................................. 61
STORAGE AND PRE-SEASON PREPARATION ............................ 62
Storage .................................................................................................... 62
Pre-Season Preparation ........................................................................... 63
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................ 64
SI METRIC INFORMATION GUIDE............................................... 70
DECLARATION CE OF CONFORMITY.......................................... 71
Homologation and Certification ............................................................... 72
Operator’s Guide Confirmation of Receipt .............................................. 73
CHANGE OF ADDRESS............................................................... 75

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FOREWORD
The Operator’s Guide and Safety The information and components/
Handbook have been prepared to ac- system descriptions contained in this
quaint the owner/operator or passen- guide are correct at the time of publi-
ger with this personal craft and its var- cation. Bombardier Motor Corporation
ious controls, maintenance and safe of America (B.M.C.A.) however, main-
riding instructions. Each is indispens- tains a policy of continuous improve-
able for the proper use of the product, ment of its products without imposing
and should be kept in a waterproof bag upon itself any obligation to install
with the craft at all times. Make sure them on products previously manufac-
you read and understand the content tured.
of each document. Because of our ongoing commitment
For any questions pertaining to the to product quality and innovation,
warranty and its application, consult Bombardier reserves the right at any
the WARRANTY section in this guide, time to discontinue or change specifica-
and/or an authorized SEA-DOO dealer. tions, designs, features, models or
The information contained in this guide equipment without incurring obligation.
should always be used in conjunction The illustrations in this document show
with the information included in Mer- the typical construction of the different
cury Marine (M2) Jet Drive Operator’s assemblies and may not represent the
Guide. full detail or exact shape of the parts.
This guide uses the following symbols However, they represent parts that
to emphasize particular information. have the same or similar function.
It is understood that this guide may be
 WARNING translated into another language. In
the event of any discrepancy, the En-
Identifies an instruction which, if glish version shall prevail.
not followed, may cause serious
personal injuries including the Specifications are given in the SI met-
possibility of death. ric system with the SAE U.S. equiva-
lent in parenthesis. Where precise ac-
CAUTION: Denotes an instruction curacy is not required, some conversions
which, if not followed, may damage are rounded off for easier use.
the craft and/or components. A Shop Manual can be obtained for
NOTE: Indicates supplementary infor- complete service, maintenance and
mation needed to fully complete an in- more repair information.
struction.
Although the mere reading of such in-
formation does not eliminate the haz-
ard, the understanding and application
of the information will promote its cor-
rect use.

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 SAFETY MEASURES
General  Like any other boats, this craft has
no brake. Stopping distance will vary
 To fully appreciate the pleasures, depending on initial speed, load,
enjoyment and excitement of boat- wind, and water conditions. Practice
ing there are some basic rules that stopping and docking in a safe, traf-
should be observed and followed by fic free area to have an idea of how
any boater. Some rules may be new long it will take to stop the craft un-
to you or covered in the PWC/Sport der varying conditions. Do not re-
boat Safety Handbook or Safety Vid- lease throttle when trying to steer
eo, others may be common sense away from objects. You need throt-
or obvious… irrespective, we ask tle to steer. Do not use the craft’s
that you please take a few minutes reverse, if so equipped, to stop.
of your time to completely read
these safety instructions before  Ensure that all passengers know
you operate your craft. Failure to how to swim and how to reboard
follow this safety information and the craft from the water.
safe boating rules could result in  The operator and passenger(s)
injury, including the possibility of should be properly seated and
death to you, your passenger(s), wearing an approved PFD before
or other water users. starting or moving the craft and at
 Become completely familiar with all times when craft is in motion.
the controls and operation of the  Do not start or operate the craft if a
craft before embarking on your first person(s) is seated on the sun deck
trip or taking on a passenger(s). If or swim platform, or are nearby in
you have not had the opportunity to the water.
do so with your dealer, practice driv-
ing solo in a suitable area and feel  The craft’s jet thrust can cause inju-
the response of each control. Be ful- ry. Always accelerate slowly.
ly familiar with all controls before  To prevent accidental starting or unau-
applying the throttle above idle thorized use, always detach the safe-
speed. As its operator, you control ty lanyard from the craft especially
and are responsible for the craft’s when swimmers are boarding or
safe operation. nearby, or during removal of any
weeds or debris from the intake grate.
Operation  Riding with a passenger(s) or pull-
 Always perform the pre-operation ing other boats, tubes, skier or
checks as specified in this guide. wakeboarder makes the craft han-
dle differently and requires greater
 Always keep in mind that as the skill. Do not overload the craft or
throttle lever is released to idle posi- take on more passengers than des-
tion, less directional control is avail- ignated for the particular craft. Over-
able. To turn the craft, both steer- loading can affect maneuverability,
ing and throttle are necessary. stability and performance. Avoid
adding on accessories, or equip-
ment which may alter your control
of the craft. The craft may be fitted
with tow eyelets which can be used
to attach a ski rope. However, do not
use these eyelets or the craft’s
cleats to tow a parasail. Severe craft
damage may occur.
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 In shallow water, proceed with cau- Maintenance


tion and at very low speeds.
Grounding or abrupt stops may re-  Only perform servicing procedures
sult in injury. Debris may also be which are detailed in this guide. Fur-
picked up and be thrown rearward ther assistance or information can
by the jet pump onto people or prop- be obtained from your authorized
erty. Sea-Doo dealer. In many instances
proper tools and training is required
 Respect no wake zones, the rights for certain servicing or repair proce-
of other water users and the envi- dures.
ronment. As the “skipper” and
owner of a boat you are responsible  Maintain the craft and equipment in
for damage to other boats caused top condition at all times. Adhere to
by the wake of your craft. Allow no the prescribed maintenance sched-
one to throw refuse overboard. ules. An annual inspection of the
craft is always a good recommenda-
 This craft is equipped with naviga- tion that should be followed.
tion lights which should be used be-
tween sunset and sunrise. Reduce  The bilge must be kept clean of oil,
speed and do not operate the craft water or other foreign materials.
in reduced visibility.  Do not attempt to lift the craft with-
 Remember, gasoline fumes are in- out special equipment and training.
flammable and explosive. Always  The engine and the corresponding
adhere to the fueling procedure components identified in this guide
contained in this guide and those should not be utilized on product(s)
given to you by the marina. Always other than for those they were de-
verify fuel level before use and dur- signed. Maintenance procedures
ing the ride. Apply the principle of and specified tightening torque
1/3 fuel to destination, 1/3 back and must be strictly adhered to. Never
1/3 reserve fuel supply. Do not carry attempt repairs unless the appropri-
spare fuel or inflammable liquids in ate tools are available. These craft
any of the storage or engine com- are designed with parts dimen-
partments. sioned in both the metric and the
 Combustion engine needs air to op- imperial systems. When replacing
erate; consequently this craft can fasteners, make sure to use only
not be totally watertight. Any ma- those recommended by Bombar-
neuvers such as figure eights etc., dier. If required, contact your autho-
that cause the upper deck to be un- rized Sea-Doo dealer for further ser-
der water may cause severe engine vicing information.
problems due to water ingestion.  Operate your craft prudently and
Refer to “Special Procedures“ and have fun. Don’t forget that all per-
Limited Warranty contained in this sons must assist other boaters in an
guide. emergency.
 Operation of this craft by a minor or
disabled person is NOT recom-
mended.

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LIST OF DISTRIBUTORS
NORTH AMERICA
USA BOMBARDIER MOTOR CORPORATION
(Except Puerto Rico) OF AMERICA
7575, Bombardier Court
P.O. Box 8035
WAUSAU, WI. 54401 (or for P.O. Box 54402)
Phone: (715) 848-4957
Fax: (715) 847-6879
http://www.bombardier.com

CANADA BOMBARDIER INC.


RECREATIONAL PRODUCT
Alberta 75, J.A. BOMBARDIER ST.
British Columbia SHERBROOKE, QC
Manitoba J1L 1W3
North West Territories Phone: (819) 566-3366
Ontario Fax: (819) 566-3062
Quebec http://www.bombardier.com
Saskatchewan
Yukon
New-Brunswick
Nova Scotia
Prince Edward Island
Nunavut
Newfoundland

If your SEA-DOO Sport Boat requires warranty service, you should take it to any
authorized SEA-DOO Sport Boat dealer. Be sure to bring your warranty registra-
tion card or other valid proof of the original date of purchase. If a question or
problem arises regarding warranty, first contact the service manager or owner of
the SEA-DOO Sport Boat dealership.
To find the nearest authorized Sea-Doo Sport Boat dealer, dial: 1-800-882-2900.
NOTE: If outside Canada and U.S.A., consult the local distributor.

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BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY


NORTH AMERICA: SEA-DOO® SPORT BOAT
1. WARRANTY COVERAGE PERIOD
In Canada, BOMBARDIER INC. (“Bombardier”), and in the U.S.A., Bombardier on
behalf of BOMBARDIER MOTOR CORPORATION OF AMERICA (BMCA), warrants
FROM THE DATE OF DELIVERY TO THE FIRST CONSUMER that each SEA-DOO
SPORT BOAT sold, as NEW and UNUSED and PREDELIVERED by an authorized North
American SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer, will be free from any defects in material
and/or workmanship for a PERIOD of:
a) For private use:
TWELVE (12) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS, with the exception of the deck and hull
fiberglass structure; and
SIXTY (60) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS for the deck and hull fiberglass structure.
b) For commercial use:
FOUR (4) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS, with the exception of the deck and hull fiber-
glass structure; and
TWELVE (12) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS for the deck and hull fiberglass structure.
All genuine Bombardier accessories, installed by an authorized SEA-DOO SPORT
BOAT dealer at the time of delivery of the new and non-current new SEA-DOO SPORT
BOAT, carry the same Warranty Coverage Period as for the SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT.

2. WHAT BOMBARDIER WILL DO


BOMBARDIER will repair or replace, at its option, all genuine BOMBARDIER part
found defective in material and/or workmanship, under normal use, maintenance and
service, with a genuine BOMBARDIER part without charge for parts and labor, at any
authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer during the Warranty Coverage Period.

3. CONDITION TO HAVE WARRANTY WORK VALIDATED


The customer must notify an authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer within two (2)
days of the appearance of the defect in material and/or workmanship and present to
the servicing authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer the SEA-DOO Warranty Reg-
istration Card or a proof of purchase of the NEW and UNUSED SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT
and must sign the repair/work order prior to the start of the repair in order to validate
a warranty repair. All parts replaced under this limited warranty become the property
of BOMBARDIER.

4. EXCLUSIONS — ARE NOT WARRANTED


• The engine and corresponding components which are warranted by Mercury Ma-
rine. Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator’s Guide.
• Normal wear and tear items;
• Labor, parts and lubricant costs of all maintenance services;
• Damages caused by failure to provide proper maintenance and/or storage, as de-
scribed in the “SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT Operator’s Guide”;
• Damages resulting from improper repairs, modifications or use of non-approved
parts or, repairs not performed by an authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer;
• Damages resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect, racing;
• Damages resulting from accident, fire, theft, vandalism or any act of God;
• Incidental or consequential damages, or damages of any kind such as but not lim-
ited to towing charges, telephone calls or taxi;
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• Water damages caused by water ingestion;


• Damages related to gel coat finish including but not limited to cosmetic gel coat finish,
blisters or fiberglass delamination caused by blisters, crazing, spyder or hairline cracks;
and
• Damages resulting from improper service or maintenance.

5. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other legal rights which
may vary from state to state, or province to province. WHERE APPLICABLE, THIS
WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY GIVEN AND ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF ANY AND ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMI-
TATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PAR-
TICULAR PURPOSE.
Neither the distributor, any authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer nor any other
person has been authorized to make any affirmation, representation or warranty other
than those contained in this warranty, and if made, such affirmation, representation
or warranty shall not be enforceable against BOMBARDIER or any other person.
In no event shall BOMBARDIER be liable for special, consequential or incidental dam-
ages, including but not limited to loss of use and transportation costs. Some states or
provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam-
ages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply.
BOMBARDIER reserves the right to modify this warranty at any time, being under-
stood that such modification will not alter the warranty conditions applicable to the
SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT sold while this warranty is in effect.

6. TRANSFER
If the customer sells the SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT guaranteed under the present, he
shall assign and transfer this warranty, which shall be valid for the rest of the relevant
PERIOD as defined in section 1 hereinabove, to the new customer.

7. CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
a) In the event of a controversy or a dispute arising in connection with this BOMBAR-
DIER LIMITED WARRANTY, BOMBARDIER suggests that you try to resolve the
issue at the dealership level. We recommend discussing the issue with the autho-
rized dealer's service manager or owner.
b) If further assistance is required, Bombardier’s service department should be con-
tacted in order to resolve the matter in Canada and the U.S.A.
c) If the issue has still not been resolved, please submit in writing your complaint to:
IN CANADA AND U.S.A.:
BOMBARDIER INC.

RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER
75, J.-A. BOMBARDIER STREET
SHERBROOKE, QC
J1L 1W3
TEL.:
in CANADA: (819) 566-3366
in U.S.A.: (715) 848-4957

APRIL 2000
® Registered trademark of Bombardier Inc. and/or subsidiaries.
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BOMBARDIER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED


WARRANTY: SEA-DOO® SPORT BOAT
1. WARRANTY COVERAGE PERIOD
BOMBARDIER INC. (“Bombardier”), as manufacturer, warrants FROM THE DATE OF DE-
LIVERY TO THE FIRST CONSUMER that each SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT sold anywhere in
the world except the United States and Canada, as NEW and UNUSED and PREDELIVERED
by an authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer, duly appointed by an authorized SEA-DOO
International Distributor, will be free from any defects in material and/or workmanship for a
PERIOD of:
a) For private use:
TWELVE (12) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS, with the exception of the deck and hull fiber-
glass structure; and
SIXTY (60) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS for the deck and hull fiberglass structure.
b) For commercial use:
FOUR (4) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS, with the exception of the deck and hull fiberglass
structure; and
TWELVE (12) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS for the deck and hull fiberglass structure.
All genuine Bombardier accessories, installed by an authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT
dealer at the time of delivery of the new and non-current new SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT,
carry the same Warranty Coverage Period as for the SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT.

2. WHAT BOMBARDIER WILL DO


BOMBARDIER through the local authorized SEA-DOO International Distributor will, during
the Warranty Coverage Period, repair or replace, at its option, all genuine BOMBARDIER
part found defective in material and/or workmanship, under normal use, maintenance and
service, with a genuine BOMBARDIER part without charge for parts and labor, at any local
authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer.

3. CONDITION TO HAVE WARRANTY WORK VALIDATED


The customer must notify a local authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer within two (2)
days of the appearance of the defect in material and/or workmanship and present to the
servicing authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer the SEA-DOO Warranty Registration
Card or a proof of purchase of the NEW and UNUSED SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT and must
sign the repair/work order prior to the start of the repair in order to validate a warranty
repair. All parts replaced under this limited warranty become the property of the interna-
tional SEA-DOO distributor of the specific territory and/or BOMBARDIER.

4. EXCLUSIONS — ARE NOT WARRANTED


• The engine and corresponding components which are warranted by Mercury Marine.
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator’s Guide.
• Normal wear and tear items;
• Labor, parts and lubricant costs of all maintenance services;
• Damages caused by failure to provide proper maintenance and/or storage, as described
in the “SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT Operator’s Guide”;
• Damages resulting from improper repairs, modifications or use of non-approved parts
or, repairs non-performed by an authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer;
• Damages resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect, racing;
• Damages resulting from accident, fire, theft, vandalism or any act of God;
• Incidental or consequential damages, or damages of any kind such as but not limited
to towing charges, telephone calls or taxi;
• Water damages caused by water ingestion;

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• Damages related to gel coat finish including but not limited to cosmetic gel coat finish,
blisters or fiberglass delamination caused by blisters, crazing, spyder or hairline cracks;
and
• Damages resulting from improper service or maintenance.

5. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY
This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other legal rights resulting
from the application of mandatory national laws which may vary from country to country.
WHERE APPLICABLE, THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY GIVEN AND ACCEPTED IN
LIEU OF ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
In no event shall BOMBARDIER be liable for special, consequential or incidental damages,
including but not limited to loss of use and transportation costs. Some countries do not
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply.
Neither the distributor, any authorized SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT dealer nor any other person
has been authorized to make any affirmation, representation or warranty other than those
contained in this warranty, and if made, such affirmation, representation or warranty shall
not be enforceable against BOMBARDIER or any other person.
Every SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT is sold with the English version of this warranty. Some
authorized SEA-DOO International Distributor may elect to translate this warranty into local
language, it is then understood and agreed that in the event of any discrepancies or incon-
sistencies between the two versions, the English version shall prevail.
It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure that the SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT complies with
all boating regulations and standards of any country, other than the original country of sale,
where the SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT is intended to be used.
BOMBARDIER reserves the right to modify this warranty at any time, being understood
that such modification will not alter the warranty conditions applicable to the SEA-DOO
SPORT BOAT sold while this warranty is in effect.

6. TRANSFER
If the customer sells the SEA-DOO SPORT BOAT guaranteed under the present, he shall
assign and transfer this warranty, which shall be valid for the rest of the relevant PERIOD
as defined in section 1 hereinabove, to the new customer.

7. CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
a) In the event of a controversy or a dispute arising in connection with this BOMBARDIER
INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY, BOMBARDIER suggests that you try to re-
solve the issue at the dealership level. We recommend discussing the issue with the
authorized dealer's service manager or owner.
b) If further assistance is required, the authorized local SEA-DOO INTERNATIONAL DIS-
TRIBUTOR’s Service Department should be contacted in order to resolve the matter.
c) If the issue has still not been resolved, please submit in writing your complaint to:

BOMBARDIER INC.
RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CENTER


75, J.-A. BOMBARDIER STREET
SHERBROOKE, QUEBEC
J1L 1W3
PHONE: (819) 566-3366

APRIL 2000
® Registered trademark of Bombardier Inc. and/or subsidiaries

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REGISTRATION NUMBER LOCATION


All craft are required by federal law to be registered and legally numbered.
Due to space availability for proper display of registration number, refer to the
following illustration for location. The registration number should appear on each
side of the craft.

F04L02L

TYPICAL
1. Registration number location

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LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS


The following labels are on your craft. If missing or damaged, they can be replaced
free of charge. See an authorized Sea-Doo sport boat dealer.
Please read the following labels carefully before operating this craft.
Challenger* 1800 Model

7 3 6 8

F04L5IQ 5 1 2-4 9 12

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Speedster* Model

3-5 6 2-4

F09L3RO 1 9 8
TYPICAL — SPEEDSTER SHOWN

Label 1 Label 2

F04LAFY
F13L0DY
TYPICAL — REFER TO ACTUAL LABEL ON
TYPICAL — REFER TO ACTUAL LABEL ON CRAFT
CRAFT

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Label 3

F00L30L

Label 4 Label 7

F04LALY F04LAUY

Label 5 Label 8

F04LASY
F04LAVY

Label 6
Label 9

F04LATY

F00L2IY

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IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS
The main components of the craft (engine and hull) are identified by different
serial numbers. It may sometimes become necessary to locate these numbers
for warranty purposes or to trace the craft in the event of theft.

Hull
The Hull Identification Number (H.I.N.) is located on the right side of the transom.

F10L1XL 1
TYPICAL
1. Hull Identification Number (H.I.N.)

Engine
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide.

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CONTROLS, COMPONENTS AND


INSTRUMENTS LOCATION
Cockpit
Speedster Model
6 2 15 16 13 8 9 10 4 3

30 30 70
15 45
10 90

km/h
60
MPH
Bombardier

F09L3VL 5 1 14 11 7 12
TYPICAL — COCKPIT VIEW

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Challenger 2000 and Challenger 1800 Models


5 6 14 15 16 13 8 9 10

F10L20L 1 2 11 7 12 4 3
TYPICAL — COCKPIT VIEW

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Overview
Speedster Model
33 25 18 32 22 28 25 22 46 18 27 35 38 45 33

F09L3RM 39 37 33 50 40 19 30 20 42 19
TYPICAL — TOP/SIDE VIEW

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Challenger 1800 Model


23 34 22 36 45 33 21-27
33 18 25-47 24 24 18 22 35 51 20

30 33 31 18

F10L08N 25 49-48 26 24 22 18 32 33 46 30
TYPICAL — CHALLENGER 1800 TOP VIEW

32 21 35

F10L1XM 39 50 17 41 29-44 40 17 42 43 39
TYPICAL

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1. Safety Lanyard 27. Rear Storage Compartment


2. Steering Wheel 28. Bow Cover (if so equipped)
3. Throttle Lever 29. Jet Pump Water Intake
4. Shift Lever 30. Bow and Stern Eyelets
5. Ignition Switch 31. Bow Light
6. 12-Volts Accessory Jack 32. Removable Stern Light
7. Navigation Light Switch 33. Mooring Cleats
8. Bilge Pump Switch 34. Deck
9. Bilge Air Blower Switch 35. Fuel Tank Cap
10. Horn Switch 36. Deck Drain(s)
11. Deck Light Switch 37. Main Oil Reservoir Cap
12. Low-Fuel Warning System Switch 38. Flushing Connector
13. Fuel Gauge/Low Oil Level Pilot 39. Ventilation Ducts
Lamp and Beeper 40. Jet Pump Nozzle
14. Tachometer 41. Reverse Gate
15. Speedometer 42. Retractable Ladder
16. Wind Deflector (if so equipped)
17. Bilge Drain Plug 43. Scupper Valve
18. Grab Handles 44. Hydro-Surge Grate System
19. Rear Grab Handle(s) 45. Fuel Tank Vent
20. Swim Platform 46. Ski Post
21. Sun Deck (if so equipped) 47. Fuses
22. Seats 48. Radio (if so equipped)
23. Bow Seat (if so equipped) 49. Glove Box (if so equipped)
24. Cup Holders 50. Water Bypass System
25. Right/Left Front Storage 51. Main Battery Cut-Off Switch
Compartment(s)
26. Deck Storage Compartment

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CONTROLS, COMPONENTS AND


INSTRUMENTS FUNCTIONS
1) Safety Lanyard
(engine cut-out switch)  WARNING
Do not lubricate the safety lanyard
The safety lanyard cap should be se- switch.
curely snapped onto its switch to be
fully operational.
Pulling the safety lanyard cap from the  WARNING
switch stops the engine operation. At- While engine can be stopped us-
tach the safety lanyard to the opera- ing the ignition switch, good driv-
tor’s Personal Flotation Device (PFD) ing habits recommend that the
and snap the cap to the switch to be safety lanyard also be disconnect-
able to start the engine. ed when stopping.
 WARNING 2) Steering Wheel
Should the safety lanyard cap be-
come loose or fails to remain on its The steering wheel controls the direc-
switch, replace it immediately. tion of the craft. Turning the steering
wheel clockwise steers the craft to the
right and inversely.

Low-Speed Steering Control


System
Whenever the throttle lever is in idle
position and the steering wheel is ap-
proaching the end of its rotation, the
engine speed will be slightly accelerat-
ed to increase the jet pump thrust and
thus improving the steering control for
low speed operation and when ap-
proaching/leaving a dock. Refer to OP-
F09L06Y 3 1 2 ERATING INSTRUCTIONS for more
TYPICAL details.
1. Safety lanyard
2. Secure to PFD 3) Throttle Lever
3. Snap to safety lanyard switch
When pushed forward craft acceler-
 WARNING ates. When fully pulled back, engine
return to idle speed and the craft is
Directional control is reduced when gradually stopped by water drag.
throttle is released and lost when NOTE: To activate throttle lever, shift
engine is off. Always disconnect lever must be in forward or reverse po-
safety lanyard when craft is not in sition.
operation.

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1
2

F10L0BY 1 2
F09L3TY
TYPICAL
1. Dots besides shifting position
TYPICAL 2. Arrow on shifter
1. Increase speed

 WARNING
2. Decrease speed

4) Shift Lever Shift lever should only be used


A 3-position lever: when the engine is idling and craft
is completely stopped.
– forward
– neutral
– reverse  WARNING
In order to shift, throttle lever must be Only use reverse at slow speed
fully pulled back to idle speed. and for the shortest time possible.
Always ensure the path behind is
Shift lever must be in neutral position clear of objects and persons in-
to allow engine starting. cluding children playing in shal-
NOTE: With throttle lever at idle and low water.
shift lever in neutral position throttle le-
ver should be locked. CAUTION: Never rev the engine at
high RPM in reverse.

5) Ignition Switch

F09L3UY 2 1
TYPICAL
1. Throttle lever back to idle position
2. Shift lever in neutral position

NOTE: To ease shifter use, line up the


shifter arrow with the appropriate dot F10H09Y 1
(Forward/Neutral/Reverse). TYPICAL
1. Ignition switch
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Starting and Stopping A 3-position NAV/OFF/ANC push type


Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator’s Guide switch.
for complete detailed procedure. Press switch to first position to turn on
the stern light (anchorage position).
 WARNING Press switch to second position to turn
Directional control is lost when en- on the bow and stern lights.
gine is off. Press to OFF position to turn off navi-
gation lights.
6) 12-Volts Accessory NOTE: Switches and gauges are lit
Jack when navigation lights are turn on.
Located in dashboard. A 12-volts jack
to plug temporary accessories.  WARNING
Navigation lights should always
be used between sunset and sun-
rise. Ensure the stern light is in-
stalled. See Removable Stern Light
in this section for location and in-
stallation.

NOTE: The navigation lights may be


operated without the safety lanyard on
its switch.

F09L2SY
8) Bilge Pump Switch
TYPICAL — SPEEDSTER SHOWN

Lift protection cap to expose jack.


Using the accessory jack for a pro-
longed time without engine running
may discharge the battery.
Close protection cap when jack is not F10A02Y
in use to protect against weather in-
clemency. A 2-position push type switch.
Challenger 1800 and Challenger 2000 Press switch to ON position when a
12-volts jack is located in glove box. manual operation is required (after
cleaning, storage, etc.).
7) Navigation Light Switch Press to OFF position when bilge is
dry.
CAUTION: Do not operate for pro-
longed time if the bilge is dry, bat-
tery drainage will occur.
NOTE: The bilge pump may be operat-
ed without the safety lanyard on its
switch.

F10A01Y

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CAUTION: Ensure to always turn Using the bilge blower for a prolonged
pump OFF when bilge is dry or be- time when the engine is not running
fore operating the engine above will discharge the battery.
idle. Bilge pump will then switch to Blower should be turned off during
automatic mode. boat operation.
Automatic Bilge Pump
10) Horn Switch
An automatic bilge pump will evacuate
water from the bilge. A water sensor
detects the water which activates the
bilge pump. After the water is pumped
out, the pump shuts-off automatically.
This automatic mode is working at all
times: with/without safety lanyard on
its switch and with/without engine run-
ning. F10A04Y

CAUTION: Bear in mind that when


the main battery cut-off switch is A 2-position push type switch.
turned OFF while craft is moored, the Press and hold the switch to activate
bilge pump will not start if water horn.
comes up in the bilge. Release the switch to stop horn.
9) Bilge Air Blower Switch 11) Deck Light Switch

F10A03Y
F10A05Y

A 2-position push type switch. When A 2-position push type switch.


ON, it ventilates the engine compart-
ment. Press switch to ON position to turn on
the deck lights.
Press switch to ON position to turn on
the blower. Press switch to OFF position to turn
off the deck lights.
Press the switch to OFF to turn off the
bilge blower. Using the deck lights for a prolonged
time when the engine is not running
 WARNING will discharge the battery.
Always use blower for a minimum
of 5 minutes prior to engine start-
ing then, turn it OFF above idle
speed. Use of the bilge blower
should never replace “smelling”
for gasoline vapors.

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12) Low-Fuel Warning Low Oil Level Pilot Lamp and


System Switch Beeper
(if so equipped) The pilot lamp and the beeper turn on
when the oil level is low in engine mount-
ed oil reservoir or if a wire/connector of
this electrical circuit is not properly con-
nected. Fill reservoir as soon as possible
or contact an authorized dealer if light or
beeper remain on.
CAUTION: Never run engine out of
oil. Serious engine damage will oc-
cur.
2 1

F10A06Y

A 2-position push type switch.


When the fuel tank level is low, a beep-
er will sound and the pilot lamp on the
switch will flash to advise the operator.
Press the switch to stop the beeper
and turn off the pilot lamp.
From that point, approximately 10% of F04G0GY

the fuel tank capacity is left. TYPICAL

 WARNING
1. Low injection oil level pilot lamp
2. Fuel level
Always refill the fuel tank when
low-fuel light comes on or before. 14) Tachometer
Analog tachometer indicates the revo-
lutions per minute (RPM) of the en-
13) Fuel Gauge/Low Oil gine. Multiply reading by 1000 to ob-
Level Pilot Lamp and tain actual RPM.
Beeper The gauge is illuminated whenever the
navigation lights are used.
Fuel Gauge
Located in dashboard, the analog gauge 1
continuously indicates the amount of
fuel in fuel tank when engine is running.
The gauge is illuminated whenever the
navigation lights are used.
NOTE: The fuel level can also be veri-
fied without having engine running.
With the safety lanyard removed from
its switch, turn ignition switch to ON
position; the gauge will be activated.
F10L21Y
CAUTION: Always turn ignition switch
to OFF position once fuel level has TYPICAL
been checked. 1. Tachometer

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15) Speedometer
Analog speedometer indicates the
speed of the craft in miles per hour
(MPH) and kilometers per hour (km/h).
The gauge is illuminated whenever the
navigation lights are used.
A speed sensor mounted on the hull
near M2 Jet Drive sends the signal to the
speedometer.
F10L0FY
1
TYPICAL

17) Bilge Drain Plugs


Should water be found in the bilge, it
can be easily drained by unscrewing
the drain plugs.
Tilt the craft slightly to the rear so that
the water can completely flow out of
the bilge.
F10L21Z

TYPICAL
1. Speedometer

16) Wind Deflector


For your convenience, a movable de-
flector may be used to divert the air
flow. Pull latch then lift the deflector
until locked by the retaining device.
When finished, lower deflector then F09L3XY 1
push down to relatch.
TYPICAL
1. Drain plug

18) Grab Handles


Provide a handhold for the passengers.
CAUTION: Never use the grab han-
dles to pull anything or to lift the craft.
Refer to components location illustra-
tions at the beginning of this section
for grab handles location.
F10L0EY

TYPICAL

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19) Rear Grab Handle(s) 22) Seats


Each passenger should be seated while
underway.

 WARNING
Allow no one to sit on edge of craft
or to stand up while in operation.
Seat/grab handles should be used
in rough waters.

Speedster, Challenger 1800 and


F10L1XY 1 Challenger 2000 Models
TYPICAL For your convenience, front seats are
1. Grab handle provided with grab handles molded in
the seat base.
Provides a handhold for boarding when Both front seats are swivels.
needed.
To unlock swivel, pull lever toward
CAUTION: Never use the grab handle front in a rotating movement. Turn seat
to tow anything or to lift the craft. at the desired position. The seat can
be locked in steps of 45°. To lock swiv-
20) Swim Platform el, release lever.
Provides an anti-skid surface for easy
boarding from rear of craft.

 WARNING
Engine must be off when using
swim platform. Keep away from
jet or intake grate.

21) Sun Deck


(if so equipped)
A convenient space to rest or take F09L0EY 2 1
some sun while anchored. TYPICAL — SPEEDSTER SHOWN
1. Grab handles molded in seat base
 WARNING 2. Swivel control lever

Do not start or operate the craft if With this feature, the front passenger
a person or more is seated on the seat can be rotated backward to be
sun deck. used as a spotter seat.

 WARNING
Always ensure swivel is locked be-
fore riding. Seat must also face
steering wheel.

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Challenger 1800 and Challenger


2000
1
Both front seats are adjustable fore
and aft.
For the fore and aft adjustment, lift le-
ver to unlock seat. Move seat at the
desired position. Release lever after
adjustment is completed.

F09L0GZ

TYPICAL — SPEEDSTER SHOWN


1. Bow seat

F10L18Y 1
1. Fore and aft control lever

NOTE: It is necessary to move the


seat completely forward to allow a ro-
tation of 180° (half a turn).

23) Bow Seat


(if so equipped) F13L03Y

Located at front of craft, it is provided CHALLENGER 2000 — BOW SEAT


as a sun seat.

 WARNING
No passenger should use the most
forward seat in the bow area if it
faces backwards, except when the
craft is stopped or under idle speed. F13L07Y

Use grab handles as necessary. CHALLENGER 2000 — BOW SIDE SEATS

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Storage Compartments 24) Cup Holders


Speedster Model
Lift backrest of bow seat to expose
storage compartment.
1

F09L0CZ 1
1. Cup holder

F09L0G0 Convenient locations for non-alcoholic


beverages.
1. Lift backrest

 WARNING
Do not drink alcoholic beverages
while aboard. Do not keep bottles,
cans etc. in cup holders while rid-
ing at speed and/or on rough wa-
ters.

25) Right/Left Front


Storage
F09L0IY 1 Compartment(s)
1. Storage compartment behind backrest A convenient watertight, lockable stor-
age compartment with a removable
When reinstalling backrest, firmly slide basket to carry personal articles. The
its slots over the retaining brackets. En- basket is the ideal location for spare
sure backrest is properly locked. spark plugs, first aid kit, etc.
Challenger 2000 Model  WARNING
All bow seats are mounted on hinges. Never leave any heavy or loose
Lift seat to gain access to underseat breakable objects in the storage
storage compartment. basket. Never operate the craft
with the storage compartment cov-
er open.

To access the compartment, open the


cover using the provided key to unlock
the release button.

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The right side basket is provided with


a holder to store an approved fire ex-
tinguisher.
The fire extinguisher (sold separately)
should not be loose in the storage
compartment.
The Operator’s Guides should be kept
in a waterproof bag and remains with
the craft at all times.

 WARNING
F09L0RY 1
TYPICAL
1. Release button
Do not remove the basket to have
access to increased storage area.
Press the release button to open cover.
Reinstall basket.
1 Push cover down to release mecha-
nism then move down slowly. When
bottomed on latch, firmly push cover
to lock.
Periodically verify the lock pin tight-
ness of storage cover. tighten if need-
ed and make sure storage cover latch-
es properly.

 WARNING
Never leave any heavy or loose
breakable objects in the storage
basket. Never operate the craft
with the storage compartment cov-
er open.

26) Deck Storage


Compartment
F09L0KY
The deck storage compartment is a
SPEEDSTER convenient location for water-skis,
1. Storage cover open paddles, anchor and rope, etc.

F04L5TZ

CHALLENGER 2000 AND CHALLENGER 1800

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 WARNING
Never leave any heavy or break-
able objects in the storage com-
1 partment. Never operate the craft
with the storage compartment cov-
er open.

27) Rear Storage


Compartment
Convenient rear storage location to be
used to carry large personal articles.
Ideal location for spare Personal Flota-
tion Device (PFD), towels, lunch etc.
F04L0QZ
All Models
TYPICAL To open engine cover, open the right
Step 1 : Pull latch and lift cover front storage compartment cover and
pull lever.
Lift the latch ring and open cover gen-
tly until stopped by retaining spring.
When completely opened, the cover
remains in that position on calm water.
To close, gently push on the side of the
spring to release it and lower the cover.

F04L5VY 1
TYPICAL — CHALLENGER 1800 SHOWN
1. Lever

The gas assist cylinders will complete


1 the opening and hold engine cover
open.
NOTE: Access to the rear storage com-
partment is protected only when the
right front storage compartment cover
is locked.

F10L1EY

1. Gently push here to release the spring

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Storage Tray Firmly close engine cover to relatch.

1  WARNING
Never leave any heavy or break-
able objects in the storage com-
partment. Never operate the craft
with the engine cover open.
2
28) Jet Pump Water Intake
The water is drawn up by the impeller
through this opening. It minimizes en-
try of foreign objects into the propul-
sion system.

 WARNING
Keep away from intake grate while
engine is on. Items such as long
F10L22Y hair, loose clothing or personal flo-
tation device straps can become
1. Basket (Challenger 1800 only) entangled in moving parts result-
2. Storage tray
ing in severe injury or drowning.
CAUTION: In order to avoid dam-
age, MAXIMUM LOAD on storage Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide
tray must not exceed 22.5 kg (50 lb). for more detailed information.
Challenger 1800 Only 29) Bow and Stern Eyelets
Two removable baskets are mounted Bow Eyelet
on storage tray. To remove basket, pull
it out. Eyelets can be used for mooring, tow-
ing and as a tie-down point during
All Models transportation.
The storage tray is removable to give
access to the engine compartment.
Grab the handle and lift in a rearward
movement.

 WARNING
When storage tray is lifted or re-
moved, never touch any electrical
part when starting engine or while
in operation. Never leave any ob-
ject, rag or tool in the engine com-
partment or in the bilge.

Reinstall storage tray then insert both


baskets in place. F09L3YY 1
TYPICAL
1. Bow eyelet

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Stern Eyelets Installation


This eyelet allows a rope with a hook, – Lift connector cap.
a closes end or an open end to be at- – Insert post in connector hole. En-
tached. sure to align hole keyway with post
screw head.
1
– Firmly push downward to engage
terminals.
– Push lock ring downward. Turn until
locked. It may be necessary to
slightly turn it to allow its insertion
in the hole.
– Check light operation. See Naviga-
tion Light Switch as mentioned
earlier in this section.

F10L1XZ 1
TYPICAL
1. Stern eyelets

30) Bow Light


Mandatory red/green light. See Light 1
Switch as mentioned earlier in this
section.

31) Removable Stern Light 2


Mandatory stern white light.
It is recommended to keep it in rear
storage compartment at all times ex-
cept when needed.
To remove from engine cover, pull it
out. Snap in place to store again.
2 1
3
4

F09L0OZ
F04L0LY
TYPICAL
1. Stern light storage location TYPICAL
2. Stern light operation position 1. Lift
2. Align screw in groove
3. Push downward
4. Turn to lock

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CAUTION: Ensure dielectric grease


is present in connector area of light
to prevent corrosion.

32) Mooring Cleats


When mooring to a dock, it is recom-
mended to secure with both front and
rear cleats. The use of dock lines with
sealed air fenders is recommended to
protect your craft.
CAUTION: Never use mooring cleats
to pull or lift the craft. F09L0QY 2 1
TYPICAL
33) Deck 1. Rear seat
2. Deck drain
Flat surface of craft, should be kept
clean and clear. 36) Main Oil Reservoir Cap
34) Fuel Tank Cap Open the engine cover to expose the
oil cap. The cap is located under the
Unscrew the cap counterclockwise. engine cover.
Reinstall cap and fully tighten after fu-
eling.

 WARNING
Always stop the engine before re-
fueling. Fuel is inflammable and
explosive under certain condi-
tions. Always work in a well ven-
tilated area. Do not smoke or al-
low open flames or sparks in the
vicinity. Fuel tank may be pres-
surized, slowly turn cap when
opening. Keep craft level. Do not
overfill or top off the fuel tank and
leave craft in the sun. As temper-
ature increases, fuel expands and
might overflow. Always wipe off
F10L23Y
any fuel spillage from the craft.
Never use an open flame to check
fuel level. To add injection oil in the reservoir, un-
screw the cap counterclockwise.
35) Deck Drain(s)  WARNING
It provides drainage of water from rain, Add oil to level mark. Do not over-
deck washing, water splashing, etc. fill. Reinstall cap and fully tighten.
Keep clean to avoid clogging.
CAUTION: Oil system must be pres-
surized. Always ensure that reser-
voir caps are firmly tighten. Refer to
M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide for
recommended oil and complete res-
ervoirs filling procedure.
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37) Flushing Connector A convenient ladder to help reboarding


the craft.
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide
for proper use.
For your convenience, flushing con-
 WARNING
nector is located under engine cover. Engine should be OFF when using
Lift cover, the flushing connector is on ladder. Keep limbs away from jet
starboard side of the storage compart- or intake grate. Stay on center of
ment. the ladder. Only one person at the
time on the ladder. Never use the
38) Ventilation Ducts ladder for pulling, towing, diving
or jumping, boarding a craft that is
This is where air flows to supply en- out of water or any other purpose
gine and ventilate engine compart- other than a ladder.
ment. They should never be obstruct-
ed. Pull latch to unlock the ladder.
39) Jet Pump Nozzle
Turns side to side via input from the
steering wheel. This provides direc-
tional control when engine is running.

 WARNING
Never use nozzle as a supporting
point to board the craft or to lift it.

40) Reverse Gate F04L60Y 1


When selecting the neutral or reverse TYPICAL
position with the shift lever, the re- 1. Latch
verse gate moves up or down to obtain
the desired position. Slide ladder toward rear, then push
down.
 WARNING
Never use gate as a supporting
point to board the craft. Shift lever
should only be used when the en-
gine is idling and craft is complete-
ly stopped.

41) Retractable Ladder


(if so equipped)
Located under swim platform.

F09L0VY 1
TYPICAL
1. Ladder lowered

To store ladder, lift horizontally com-


pletely then slide toward front.

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42) Scupper Valve Push down when finished.


This is where water from deck drains
out. Keep clean to avoid clogging.

43) Hydro-Surge Grate


System
1
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide.

44) Fuel Tank Vent


It allows fuel vapors and pressure to
escape from fuel tank.
F10L29Y

 WARNING TYPICAL — CHALLENGER 1800 SHOWN


Never use a lit match or open flame 1. Push down when not used
close to vent. Follow the Fueling
Procedure instructions in the FUEL Speedster Model
AND LUBRICATION section. Pull ski post upward until it stops then
turn ski post end clockwise (CW) to
lock post in place. See next photo.

1 2

F09L0XY 1
TYPICAL
1. Fuel tank vent

45) Ski Post


Challenger 1800 and Challenger
2000 Models
Pull up the post to allow hooking a ski
rope.
1

F09L2TY

1. Turn clockwise to LOCK


2. Turn counterclockwise to UNLOCK

Turn ski post end counterclockwise


(CCW) then push post down when fin-
F10L25Y
ished.
TYPICAL — CHALLENGER 1800 SHOWN
1. Lift ski post to use
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All Models Lift protection flap and push in when


Always have one person other than completely lifted.
the operator as an observer. Close protection flap when radio is not
CAUTION: Never use the ski post or in use to protect against weather in-
wakeboard extension to tow other clemency.
boats. Challenger 1800 and Challenger
2000 Model
 WARNING Located in glove box of LH side con-
Riding when pulling a tub, skier or sole.
wakeboarder makes the craft han- Open the glove box to access the ra-
dle differently and require greater dio.
skill. Unless absolutely necessary,
do not make tight, sharp turns.
Keep a safe distance from the
docks, other swimmers, craft or
objects. Be advised that serious in-
jury can result if the tow rope be-
come slack during a tight turn or
when circling. The rope could be-
come wrapped around the neck or
limbs of a person.

46) Fuses
Craft electrical system fuses are locat-
ed inside starboard front storage com- 2 1
F10L1CY
partment.
TYPICAL
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide 1. Radio
for ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 2. Glove box cover opened

47) Radio (if so equipped) NOTE: The radio is better protected


from theft when the glove box and left
Refer to its guide for a complete expla- front storage compartment cover are
nation of the features and controls. locked.
Using the radio for a prolonged time
without engine running may discharge 48) Glove Box
the battery. (if so equipped)
Speedster Model

F10L0NY F10L1BY 1
TYPICAL TYPICAL
1. Glove box
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Located on LH side console. 50) Main Battery Cut-Off


A small, convenient lockable storage Switch
compartment for keys, wallet, etc. The switch is located in the engine
To access the glove box, unlock the re- compartment, close to battery. It is
lease button using the provided key provided to allow a complete cut-out
and press button. of the electrical system.
NOTE: Always relatch and lock glove When in OFF position, ALL electrical
box. equipments and electronics will not be
powered and not working.
 WARNING It must be in the ON position to allow
Never operate the craft with the the use of electrical components and
glove box cover open. to start the engine.
CAUTION: Stop engine before switch-
49) Water Bypass System ing OFF.
At idle speed, there will not be a water
flow through this outlet.
When engine is running above idle
speed, water must flow through this
hole. This allows air in engine water
jacket to escape.

F10L1XO 1
TYPICAL
F09H0QZ
1. Water bypass outlet
1. Main battery cut-off switch
CAUTION: Should water not flow
from the outlet a few seconds after It is recommended to set in the OFF
engine starts and runs above idle, position whenever performing mainte-
immediately stop engine and refer to nance in the engine compartment, on
POST-OPERATION CARE and look for the electrical system, for transporta-
cooling system flushing or refer to tion and for short term storage on the
an authorized dealer for servicing. trailer.
CAUTION: Bear in mind that when
the switch is turned OFF while craft is
moored, the bilge pump will not
start if water comes up in the bilge.

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FUEL AND LUBRICATION


CAUTION: Scrupulously follow the
instructions of this section. Failure  WARNING
to do so may reduce the engine’s life Always stop the engine before re-
and/or performance. fueling. Fuel is inflammable and
explosive under certain condi-
Fueling Procedure tions. Always work in a well venti-
lated area. Do not smoke or allow
 WARNING open flames or sparks in the vicin-
ity. Fuel tank may be pressurized.
Follow these safe boating fueling Slowly turn cap when opening.
instructions explicitly. Keep craft level. Do not overfill or
top off the fuel tank and leave craft
Do not allow anyone to remain on the in the sun. As temperature in-
craft. creases, fuel expands and might
Tie craft securely to the fueling pier. overflow. Always wipe off any fuel
spillage from the craft.
Use bilge blower for a minimum of 5
minutes.
Turn off bilge air blower, bilge pump Recommended Fuel
and any other devices that could pro- Use regular unleaded gasoline with 87
duce a spark. octane (Ron + Mon/2) specification.
Ensure engine cover is closed to pre- NOTE: This craft features an oil injec-
vent fumes from entering the engine tion system which does not require
compartment. manual fuel/oil mixing. Do not mix oil
Have a fire extinguisher close at hand. with fuel except at engine break-in.
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide
Do not insert the spout too far in filler BREAK-IN PERIOD. Always check oil
neck. reservoir level when refueling.
Pour fuel slowly so that air can escape Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide
from the tank and prevent fuel flow- for more detailed information.
back.
CAUTION: The use of a fuel other
Fill fuel tank to bottom of filler neck. than regular unleaded fuel can re-
Do not overfill. Fully tighten fuel tank sult in craft performance deteriora-
cap. tion and damage to fuel system and
engine components. Never experi-
ment with other fuels or fuel ratios.
Never use fuel containing alcohol,
methanol or similar products in-
cluding naphtha.

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Recommended Oil

 WARNING
Add oil to level mark. Do not over-
fill. Reinstall cap and fully tighten.

Use Quicksilver or Mercury Precision


Premium-Plus lubricants NMMA/BIA
certified TC-W3 2-cycle outboard oil or
equivalent.
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide
specifications for more detailed infor-
mation.

Main Oil Reservoir Level


A sufficient amount of oil should be
maintained in the reservoir.
NOTE: Always carry a spare 1 liter of
oil.
The use of a funnel is recommended
to pour the oil into the reservoir. Stop
filling as soon as oil appears at approx-
imately 13 mm (1/2 in) from top of res-
ervoir. Do not overfill. Wipe off any oil
spillage.
CAUTION: Always maintain a suffi-
cient amount of oil in the oil reser-
voir. Check and refill every time you
refuel. Do not overfill. If the engine
runs out of oil, severe engine dam-
age will occur. If the oil reservoir is
found almost empty, refer to an au-
thorized dealer to have the oil injec-
tion system inspected.
CAUTION: Oil system must be pres-
surized. Always ensure that reser-
voir caps are firmly tighten. Refer to
M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide for
complete reservoirs filling proce-
dure.

Engine Mounted Oil


Reservoir Level
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide.

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BREAK-IN PERIOD
CAUTION: Scrupulously follow the instructions of this section. Failure to do
so may reduce the engine’s life and/or performance.
Engine
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide.
10-Hour Inspection
It is highly recommended that after the first 10 hours of operation, the craft be
checked by an authorized Sea-Doo dealer. This inspection will also provide the
opportunity to discuss any unanswered questions you may have encountered
during the first hours of operation.
The following chart should be used in conjunction with Mercury chart. Refer to
M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide.

The 10-hour inspection is at the expense of the craft owner.

10-HOUR INSPECTION CHECK LIST ✓


Fuel system lines and fasteners
Throttle cable adjustment if required
Oil lines
Muffler, battery and reservoir fastening devices
Exhaust system hose clamps torque
Steering system and low-speed steering control system
Steering cable adjustment if required
Shifter cable adjustment if required
Ensure that throttle levers keep the selected position. Adjust levers friction as
necessary
Hose condition and fasteners
Bilge pump and bilge blower
Safety lanyard switch
Monitoring beeper
Electrical connections (starter, battery, etc.)
Lighting system inspection
Hull condition
Inspection of fasteners for tightness
We recommend that this inspection chart be signed by an authorized dealer.

Date of 10-hour inspection Authorized dealer signature

Dealer code
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS

 WARNING
The pre-operation check is very important prior to operating the vehicle.
Always check the proper operation of critical controls, safety features and
mechanical components before starting. If not done as specified here, se-
vere injury or death might occur. Bring all safety equipment required by
local laws.

Some of the following items may not have been previously covered in this guide,
however they will be described in the MAINTENANCE or SPECIAL PROCE-
DURES section. Please refer to these portions to have more detailed information.
Prior to operating the craft, verify the following:

 WARNING
Engine should be off and the safety lanyard must always be removed from
its switch prior to verifying any of the following. Only start craft once all
items have been checked and operate properly.

SUMMARY
ITEM OPERATION ✓
Safety lanyard ignition switch Check operation.
Hull Inspect.
Jet pump water intakes Inspect/clean.
Bilge Drain. Ensure plug is secured.
Battery Inspect tightness of cables and retaining straps.
Main battery cut-off switch Ensure it is in the ON position.
Navigation lights Check operation.
Fuel tank and oil reservoirs Refill.
Engine compartment Verify fuel/oil system components.
Steering Check operation.
Throttle/shifter system Check operation.
Bilge blower and bilge pump Check operation.
Mandatory safety boating Check operation.
equipment
Storage compartment covers and Ensure they are closed and latched.
engine cover

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Hull Check fuel tank/oil reservoirs retaining


straps/fasteners.
Inspect hull for cracks or damage.
Engine Compartment
Jet Pump Water Intake
Remove weeds, shells, debris or any-
thing else that could restrict the flow
 WARNING
of water and damage the cooling sys- Should any leak or gasoline odor
tem or propulsion units. Clean as nec- be present, do not start the en-
essary. If any obstruction can not be gine. Consult an authorized Sea-
removed, refer to an authorized Sea- Doo dealer before use.
Doo dealer for servicing.
Inspect leading edges of the impellers, Fire Extinguisher
if they have nicks or bends, perfor- Make sure it is full, in good condition
mance will be greatly reduced. and well secured.
Bilge Steering System
Should water be present in the bilge, Assisted by another person, check
use bilge pump or tilt the craft to the steering operation for free movement.
rear and unscrew drain plugs if craft is When the steering is centered, the jet
out of the water, as the case may be, pump nozzle should be in the straight
to completely empty the bilge. ahead position. Ensure the jet pump
Secure bilge drain plugs. nozzle pivots easily when steering is
turned.
 WARNING
Make sure drain plugs are proper-  WARNING
ly secured prior launching the craft Check steering and corresponding
in water. steering nozzle operation before
starting.
Battery
Throttle System
 WARNING Check throttle lever once for free and
Verify tightness of battery cables smooth operation.
to their posts and condition of re- NOTE: To activate throttle lever, shift
taining straps/fasteners. Do not lever must be in forward or reverse po-
boost battery while installed. sition.

Fuel Tank/Oil Reservoirs  WARNING


With the craft horizontal, fill the fuel Check throttle lever operation be-
tank to specified level. fore starting the engine.
Check the oil level and refill reservoir
as necessary.
CAUTION: Oil system must be pres-
surized. Always ensure that reser-
voir caps are firmly tighten. Refer to
M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide for
complete reservoirs filling proce-
dure.

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Shifter System
Check reverse gate operation for free
movement. With shift lever in forward
position, the gate should be in upward
position. With the shift lever in neutral
position, gate should be in middle po-
sition. With shift lever in reverse posi-
tion, gate should be in downward po-
sition.

 WARNING
Verify the reverse gate lock.

Inlet Grate
Ensure inlet grate is not blocked or ob-
structed by any weeds or debris. Refer
to M2 Jet Drive Operator’s Guide.

Safety Lanyard and


Ignition Switch
Ensure that ignition switch operates
properly.
Start engine and stop it using switch.
See STARTING PROCEDURE.

 WARNING
Only start craft once all items have
been checked and operate proper-
ly.

Storage Compartment
Covers
Ensure they are closed and latched.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Tie the craft to both bow and stern
 WARNING (front/rear) eyelets so that it is firmly
Always perform PRE-OPERATION retained on the trailer. Use additional
CHECKS before operating the craft. tie-downs if necessary.
Become thoroughly familiar with – Remove stern light (if installed).
all controls and the function of – Ensure that ski post is pushed down.
each. Should any control or in-
struction be not fully understood, – Ensure all storage compartment cov-
refer to an authorized Sea-Doo ers are properly latched.
dealer. – A SEA-DOO cover can protect the
craft, particularly before driving on
Launching/Loading dirt roads, to prevent dirt entry
through the air intake opening(s).
CAUTION: Before launching the craft,
ensure the main battery cut-off switch Observe trailering safety precautions.
is turned ON and the bilge plugs are
fully screwed. Principle of Operation
After loading the craft, ensure the Propulsion
main battery cut-off switch is turned Engine is directly coupled to a drive
OFF and the bilge plugs are remove to shaft which, in turn, rotates an impel-
drain bilge. ler. This impeller is accurately adjusted
in a housing where the water is drawn
Trailering up from underneath the craft. Then,
Refer to the trailer or implement man- the water flows through the impeller
ufacturer instructions for proper ca- to a venturi. The venturi accelerates
pacity, operation, maintenance, acces- the water and produces thrust to
sories and warranty. move the craft. Pushing the throttle le-
ver forward increase engine speed and
Check the regulations in your area con- therefore craft speed.
cerning towing a trailer, especially the
following rules:  WARNING
– brake system Whenever an engine is to be start-
– tow vehicle weight ed, the operator and passengers
– mirrors.‘ should always be sitting in the craft
with the shift lever in neutral posi-
NOTE: An optional brake system is tion and throttle lever in idle posi-
available for your trailer, see an autho- tion.
rized Sea-Doo dealer
Take the following precautions when
trailering the craft:

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Shift Lever
1
FORWARD
The shift lever should be in the forward
position in order for the craft to ad-
vance.

F10L26Y

TYPICAL
1. Reverse gate in middle position

F10L24Y 1 REVERSE
TYPICAL
To obtain reverse, pull shift lever com-
1. Shift lever in forward position
pletely. The reverse gate will be in
downward position, directing all the
NEUTRAL thrust toward the front of the craft.
To obtain neutral, pull shift lever half-
way. The reverse gate will be in the
middle position, directing half of the
thrust toward the front of the craft to
minimize craft movement.

 WARNING
When the craft is in neutral posi-
tion, the impeller is turning. F10L27Y

TYPICAL — SHIFT LEVER IN REVERSE


POSITION

F09L3UZ 1
TYPICAL
1. Shift lever in neutral position F10L28Y 1
TYPICAL
1. Reverse gate in downward position

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NOTE: To obtain maximum efficiency A craft needs some throttle to turn.


and control from the reverse, increase Practice in a safe area applying the
engine speed to slightly above idle. throttle and turning away from an
Too much RPM will create water tur- imaginary object. This is a good colli-
bulence and reduce reverse efficiency. sion avoidance practice.
In reverse position, turn the steering
wheel in the opposite direction that Low-Speed Steering Control
you want to move the rear of the craft. System
For example, to steer the rear of the Whenever the throttle lever is in IDLE
craft to the left side, turn the steering position AND the steering wheel is
wheel to the right side. approaching the end of its rotation, the
engine speed will be slightly accelerat-
 WARNING ed to increase the jet pump thrust.
This helps steering control for low-
Shift lever should only be used speed navigation or when approach-
when the engine is idling. ing/leaving a dock. For docking tips, re-
fer to Stopping/Docking section be-
Steering low.
Turning the steering pivots the jet
pump nozzle which control the craft di-
 WARNING
rection. Turning the steering clockwise Become fully familiar with this fea-
will turn the craft to the right and in- ture during your first ride and be-
versely. fore carrying passengers.

Boarding from a Dock


As with any craft, boarding should be
done carefully and engine should not
be running.
When boarding from a dock, slowly
place one foot on the craft deck near-
est to the dock and then move the oth-
er foot inside the craft. Push the craft
away from the dock.
F09L12Y

TYPICAL

Above idle speed, the throttle must be


applied to turn the craft.

 WARNING
Throttle must be applied and steer-
ing turned to change the direction of
the craft at speed. Steering efficien-
cy will differ depending on the num- F09L11Y
ber of passengers, load and water
conditions. TYPICAL

CAUTION: Engine should be started


with at least 90 cm (3 ft) of water be-
low the hull.

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A
A

F04L07Y

TYPICAL F09L15Y
A. 90 cm (3 ft)
TYPICAL
Boarding from the Water When you can reach the engine cover
grab handle, grip it and continue to pull
 WARNING yourself upward to place one of your
Inexperienced riders should practice foot on the swim platform.
how to get aboard close to shore
first before venturing into deep
water.

 WARNING
Engine should not be running
while boarding. Never use propul-
sion components as a supporting
point to board the craft. F09L16Y

TYPICAL
Swim to the rear of the craft.
Come close to rear of craft then un- Continue to climb on engine cover and
latch and slide ladder toward rear. Grip go down on the deck.
swim platform grab handles.

F09L18Y

TYPICAL F09L17Y

TYPICAL
Climb the ladder and pull yourself up-
ward using the swim platform grab To store ladder, lift horizontally com-
handles. pletely then slide toward front.

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CAUTION: Do not leave ladder hang- Rough Water or Poor


ing when operating the boat. Before Visibility Operation
operating the craft, always lock the
ladder using the latch. Avoid operation in these conditions. If
you must do so, proceed with caution
 WARNING and prudence using minimum speed.
Turn on navigation lights if necessary.
Do not start engines until all pas-
sengers are properly seated. Crossing Waves
Reduce speed. Always be prepared to
Starting steer and balance as necessary.
Always activate bilge blower 5 min- When crossing wakes, always keep a
utes minimum before starting the en- safe distance from boat ahead.
gine. The bilge blower will ventilate
the bilge.  WARNING
 WARNING When crossing wakes, slow down.
Operator and passenger(s) can
Bilge blower must be turned off brace themselves by posting. Do
above idle speed. not jump waves or wakes.

 WARNING Stopping/Docking
Do not touch electrical parts or jet The craft is slowed by water drag. The
pump area when engine is run- stopping distance will vary depending
ning. on the craft size, weight, speed, water
surface condition, presence and direc-
Attach the safety lanyard to your PFD tion of wind and current.
and snap the cap to its switch before The operator should become familiar-
starting the engine. ized with the stopping distance under
different conditions.
 WARNING Reduce speed to idle. Shift to neutral,
Before starting, the operator and reverse or forward as required.
passengers should always be prop-
erly seated.  WARNING
Directional control is reduced
Grip steering wheel with your right when throttle is released and lost
hand and place both feet on the floor- when engine is off.
board. Turn off bilge blower.

Starting Procedure Low-Speed Steering Control


System
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide
for complete detailed procedure. Reducing RPM to IDLE activates the
low-speed steering control feature as
described previously. For more details,
refer to Low-Speed Steering Control
System in Turning section above.

 WARNING
Become familiar with this feature
during your first ride.

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Beaching
CAUTION: It is not recommended to
run the craft to the beach.
Come slowly to the beach and shut off
the engine using the safety lanyard
when water depth is 90 cm (3 ft) under
the hull, then pull the craft to the
beach. Ensure that all accessories are
OFF.

F09L13Y

A. 90 cm (3 ft) of water under the hull

 WARNING
In shallow water, shells, sand, peb-
bles or other objects could be
drawn up by the jet pump and be
thrown rearward.

As necessary, the cooling system of


the engine should be flushed before
restarting, to remove sand or shell ac-
cumulation which may clog the water
passages. Refer to POST-OPERATION
CARE and look for Cooling System
Flushing.

Shutting Off the Engine


Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator’s Guide.

 WARNING
Should the engine be shut off,
craft directional control is not
available. Never leave the safety
lanyard connected on its switch
when craft is not in operation.

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POST-OPERATION CARE
Flushing should be performed when
 WARNING the craft is not expected to be used
Allow engine to cool before per- further the same day or when the craft
forming any maintenance. is stored for any extended time.

General Care
 WARNING
Perform this operation in a well
Should water be present in the bilge ventilated area.
after use of bilge pump, unscrew the
drain plug and tilt the craft to the rear
in order to allow water to drain. Flushing
Wipe up any remaining fluid in the en- 1. Clean jet pump by spraying water in
gine compartment (bilge, engine, etc.) its inlet and outlet and then apply a
with clean dry rags. This is particularly coating of Bombardier lube lubri-
important in salt water use. cant or equivalent.
Remove the craft from the water every 2. Open engine cover.
day to prevent marine organisms growth. 3. Connect a garden hose directly to
the flushing connector, as shown in
Additional Care for Foul the next photo. Do not open the
Water or Salt Water water tap yet.
When the craft is operated in foul wa-
ter and particularly in salt water, addi-
tional care must be taken to protect
the craft and its components. Rinse
trailer and craft’s hull/bilge area with
fresh water.
CAUTION: Failure to perform proper
care such as: craft rinsing, cooling
system flushing and anticorrosion
treatment, when used in salt water,
will result in damage to the craft and
its components. Never leave the F09L0TY 1
craft stored in direct sunlight. TYPICAL — SPEEDSTER SHOWN
1. Flushing connector with its cap
Cooling System Flushing
General Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide
for complete engine flushing proce-
Flushing the cooling system with fresh dure.
water is essential to neutralize corrod-
ing effects of salt or other chemical
products present in water. It will help
to remove sand, salt, shells or other
particles in water jackets (engine, ex-
haust manifold, tuned pipe) and/or
hoses.

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SPECIAL PROCEDURE
Engine Overheating Capsized Boat
CAUTION: If the monitoring beeper The boat is designed so that it should
continuously sounds, stop engine im- not turn over easily due to its long and
mediately. wide dimensions. If the boat ever cap-
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide. sizes, remember that it will continue to
float, and it is usually best to remain
If engine still overheats, refer to an au- with it, you will be more easily located
thorized Sea-Doo dealer for servicing. by others.
Jet Pump Water Intake and
Impeller Cleaning
 WARNING
When boat is capsized, do not at-
Weeds, shells or debris can get caught tempt to restart the engine. Opera-
on the intake grate, drive shaft and/or tor and passengers should always
impeller. A clogged water intake may wear approved personal flotation
cause troubles such as: devices.
1. Cavitation: Engine speed is high
but craft moves slowly due to re- Submerged Boat
duced jet thrust; jet pump compo-
nents may be damaged.
2. Overheating: Since the jet pump
 WARNING
operation controls the flow of water DO NOT attempt to restart engine.
to cool the engine, a clogged intake See an authorized dealer as soon as
will cause the engine to overheat possible to service the engine.
and damage engine internal compo-
nents. Flooded Engine
The clogged area can be cleaned as In the event the engine cannot be ser-
described in M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s viced within a few hours, remove
Guide. spark plug cables and connect them
on the grounding device.
 WARNING
Always remove safety lanyard cap  WARNING
from switch to prevent accidental Never crank engine with spark plugs
engine starting before cleaning removed unless spark plug cables
the jet pump area. are connected to the grounding de-
vice.
CAUTION: Avoid craft operation in
weeded areas. If unavoidable, vary Remove spark plugs and dry them
craft speed. Weeds tend to entangle with a clean and dry cloth.
more at steady and slow speeds. In- Cover spark plug holes with a rag.
spect water intake grate for damage.
Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo deal- Ensure choke lever is completely pushed
er for repair as necessary. in.

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Crank engine for approximately 10


seconds to allow water to escape from
spark plug openings.
Spray BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant
or equivalent into spark plug holes.
Crank engine again.
Reinstall spark plugs.
Start engine normally.

Low-Charge Battery
Condition

 WARNING
See your authorized Sea-Doo
dealer to have it charged or re-
placed. Do not charge or boost the
battery while installed on the craft.
Electrolyte is poisonous and dan-
gerous.

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MAINTENANCE

 WARNING
Only perform procedure as de-
tailed in this guide. It is recom-
mended that the assistance of an
authorized dealer be periodically
obtained on other compo-
nents/systems not covered in this
guide and/or M2 Jet Drive Opera-
tor‘s Guide. Unless otherwise spec-
ified, engine must not be running
and the main battery cut-off switch
must be turned OFF for all mainte-
nance procedures.

Lubrication
Anticorrosion Protection
Throttle Cable
Lubricate the throttle cable with BOM-
BARDIER LUBE lubricant or equiva-
lent, every 25 hours of use (every 10
hours in salt water use).
F04L69Y

Electrical Connections TYPICAL


As necessary, apply dielectric grease
on battery posts and all exposed cable Bow Seat Lock Pin
connectors including stern light con-
nectors on mat and craft.

Additional Lubrication
BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant or equiv-
alent will help to prevent corrosion and
maintain proper operation of moving
mechanisms.
Lubrication of the following items
should be performed every 50 hours in
fresh water use but every 10 hours in
salt water use.
Engine Cover Mechanism and
Hinges
Use BOMBARDIER LUBE lubricant or
equivalent on metal parts. F10L2AY 1
1. Bow seat lock pin

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Lubricate lock pin. Install and remove Locks


seat a few times to distribute lubricant. Lubricate locks of glove box, front stor-
Ski Post age compartment covers and deck stor-
age compartment.
Lubricate ski post through all its length.
Pull out then push in several times to Engine Cover Cylinders
distribute the lubricant. Lubricate rod of cylinders.
1 Periodic Inspection
Routine maintenance is necessary for
all mechanized products. A periodic in-
spection contributes to the products
3 2 life span.
The following maintenance chart gives
guidelines for regular craft servicing
schedule to be performed by you and/
or by an authorized Sea-Doo dealer.
The schedule should be adjusted ac-
cording to operating conditions and
F04L9BY
use.
CHALLENGER 1800 AND CHALLENGER 2000
Step 1 : Lift ski post to lubricate
Step 2 : Lubricate here
Step 3 : Move post up and down several times
to distribute lubricant

F09L2UY

SPEEDSTER
1. Ski post does not need to be lubricated

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Periodic Inspection Chart


FREQUENCY

100 HOURS OR
SEASONALLY

PERFORMED
10 HOURS

25 HOURS

50 HOURS
DESCRIPTION

EVERY

EVERY

EVERY

TO BE
FIRST

BY
Lubrication/corrosion protection ✓ OPERATOR
Lubrication of storage compartment cover
locks ➀ ✓ OPERATOR
Safety lanyard cap ✓ DEALER
Throttle/choke cables operation/lubrication ➀ ✓ OPERATOR
Throttle cable adjustments ✓ DEALER
Fuel filter inspection ✓ DEALER
Fuel filter replacement ✓ DEALER
Steering system and low-speed steering
control system ✓ DEALER
Throttle and shifter systems ✓ DEALER
Muffler, battery and reservoir fastening
devices ✓ DEALER
Fuel/oil line, hose inspection ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ DEALER
Bilge pump/deck drain/scupper valve ✓ OPERATOR
inspection
Battery condition ✓ DEALER
Starter cables ✓ DEALER
Monitoring beeper/electrical connections ✓ DEALER
Hull condition and ride shoes ✓ DEALER
Cooling system flushing ➂ ✓ OPERATOR
Navigation lights condition ✓ DEALER
Sacrificial aluminum anode(s) ✓ OPERATOR
Bilge blower inspection ✓ DEALER

NOTE: Some items are included in the PRE-OPERATION CHECKS and are not
necessarily mentioned in this chart but must also be done. Refer to M2 Jet Drive
Operator‘s Guide for engine and jet pump checks.
➀ Every 10 hours in salt water use.
➁ These items have to be initially checked after 25 hours. Thereafter, servicing
to be made as specified in this chart.
➂ Daily flushing in salt water or foul water use.
➃ Have your dealer inspect anti-rattle pusher.

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Throttle Cable Fuses


Activate the throttle lever throughout Accessories, Craft Electrical
its full range of motion. It must operate System and Gauges
smoothly. Refer to an authorized Sea- If a fuse is defective, replace by one of
Doo dealer if adjustment is necessary. the same rating.
 WARNING  WARNING
Do not alter or tamper with throttle Do not use a higher rated fuse as
cable adjustment or routing. this can cause severe damage. If a
fuse has burnt out. Source of mal-
Fuel and Oil Filters function should be determined
and connected before restarting.
These filters should be replaced by an See an authorized Sea-Doo sport
authorized dealer annually. boat dealer for servicing.
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide.
Engine
Steering/Jet Pump Nozzle
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide.
Adjustment
When the steering is directed in straight Bilge Air Blower
ahead position, the jet pump nozzle
should be in the same direction to allow Verify bilge air blower for proper oper-
the craft to run in a straight line. ation. It is located inside engine com-
partment beneath ventilation duct.
Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer
if an adjustment is necessary. Clean both clam shells opening. En-
sure that both openings are not ob-
 WARNING structed. Air is sucked in by clam shell
attached to the blower and drawn out
Ensure the steering/jet pump noz- by the other side. See next illustration.
zle operate freely from side to side
and is not stressing the steering ca-
ble.
1
Reverse Gate

 WARNING
Ensure the shifter and reverse
gate operate freely and are not
stressing the reverse cable.
F09L2VY
Refer to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer
if an adjustment is necessary. TYPICAL — AIR FLOW
1. Bilge air blower inside engine compartment
Deck Drain(s)
Remove any obstruction from deck  WARNING
drain and scupper valve. If bilge blower does not operate
refer to an authorized Sea-Doo
dealer before starting the craft.

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Navigation Light Bulb


1
Replacement
Bow Light

F04H2TY

F04H2QY 1 TYPICAL
TYPICAL 1. Lift and remove bulb
1. Gently pry here with a screwdriver
The assembly is essentially the re-
verse of removal procedures. Howev-
1 er, pay particular attention to the fol-
lowing:
Apply dielectric grease on bulb contact
surface.
When installing the bulb under the up-
per terminal plate, it is possible that
the bulb remains loose. The cover will
compress the terminal plate against
the bulb at reinstallation.
F04H2RY

TYPICAL Stern Light


1. Remove this screw Unscrew lens counterclockwise and
pull it out.

F04H2SY 1 F04H2UY 1
TYPICAL
1. Unscrew then pull
1. Pull lens out
Pull bulb to remove it.

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Cleaning
1
The bilge should be cleaned by the deal-
er to remove any possible fuel/oil/
electrolyte deposits and mildew.
Occasionally, wash the body with hot
water and soap (only use mild deter-
gent). Remove any marine organisms
from engine and/or hull. Apply non-
abrasive wax.
F04H2VY CAUTION: Never clean fiberglass
and plastic parts with strong deter-
1. Pull bulb out gent, degreasing agent, paint thin-
ner, acetone, etc.
Apply dielectric grease on new bulb
contact surface. Wash windscreen with Bombardier
cleaner or equivalent (P/N 293 110 001
The assembly is the reverse of remov- — 400 g) and water. For fine scratches
al procedure. and scuff marks removal, use a wind-
shield polisher for acrylic, lucite, poly-
General Inspection and carbonate and similar materials.
Cleaning Stains may be removed from seats
Inspection and fiberglass with Knight’s Spray-
Check engine compartment for any Nine* from Korkay System Ltd or the
damage. Ensure all hose clamps are equivalent.
properly secured and no hose is Respect the environment by ensuring
cracked, kinked or presenting any oth- fuel, oil or cleaning solutions do not
er damage. drain into the waterways.

 WARNING
If any gasoline leak and/or odors
are present, do not start the en-
gine. Have the craft serviced by an
authorized Sea-Doo dealer.

Inspect muffler, battery, fuel tank and


oil reservoir fastening devices. Visually
check electrical connections for corro-
sion and tightness.
Inspect hull and jet pump water intake
grate for damage. Replace or have
damaged parts repaired.

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STORAGE AND PRE-SEASON PREPARATION


If repairs are needed to the body or to
 WARNING the hull contact your dealer. For paint
Because fuel and oil are flamma- touch up to mechanical parts use Bom-
ble, have an authorized Sea-Doo bardier spray paint. For minor gelcoat
sport boat dealer inspect the fuel repairs, a Bombardier repair kit is avail-
and oil systems integrity as speci- able. Replace damaged labels/ decals.
fied in the periodic inspection Clean the bilge with hot water and de-
chart. tergent or with bilge cleaner. Rinse
thoroughly. Unscrew drain plug(s) and
Storage lift front end of craft to completely drain
bilge.
It is recommended that the craft be
taken to an authorized Sea-Doo dealer Battery
for proper storage but the following
operations can be performed by you Contact your authorized Sea-Doo dealer.
with a minimum of tools.
Anticorrosion Treatment
CAUTION: Do not run the engine
during the storage period. Wipe off any residual water in the en-
gine compartment.
Fuel System Lubricate the throttle cable with BOM-
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide. BARDIER LUBE lubricant or equiva-
lent.
Cooling System Flushing and
Engine Internal Lubrication Finalizing Storage Preparation
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide. Apply a non abrasive wax to body.
The engine cover should be left partial-
Propulsion System ly opened during storage (detach the
Refer to M2 Jet Drive Operator‘s Guide. gas shocks from the cover to prevent
full opening). Remove storage tray.
Craft Cleaning/Repair Place it on deck. This will avoid engine
compartment condensation and possi-
Wash the body and the trailer with ble corrosion.
soap and water solution (only use mild
detergent). Rinse thoroughly with If the craft is to be stored outside, cov-
fresh water. Remove any marine or- er it with a vented opaque tarpaulin to
ganisms from the hull. prevent sun rays and grime from af-
fecting the plastic components, craft
CAUTION: Never clean apparent fi- finish as well as preventing dust accu-
berglass and plastic parts with mulation.
strong detergent, degreasing agent,
paint thinner, acetone, etc. CAUTION: Never leave the craft
stored in direct sunlight. UV radiation
Stains may be removed from seats will dull finishes. The craft must never
and fiberglass with Knight’s Spray- be left in water for storage. Make sure
Nine* from Korkay System Ltd or the to turn off main battery cut-off switch.
equivalent.
For the storage period, it is necessary
to lift the bow up and safely block in
this position so drainage can take
place. Ensure the drain plug is un-
screwed.

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Pre-Season Preparation
Use the following chart.
Since technical skills and special tools are required, some operations should be
performed by an authorized dealer.

 WARNING
Only perform procedure as detailed in this guide. It is recommended that
the assistance of an authorized dealer be periodically obtained on other
components/systems not covered in this guide and/or M2 Jet Drive Opera-
tor‘s Guide. Unless otherwise specified, engine must not be running and
the main battery cut-off switch must be turned OFF for all maintenance
procedures.

Pre-Season Preparation Chart


NOTE: It is highly recommended that the dealer perform at the same time the
annual safety inspection in addition to the pre-season preparation.
TO BE
OPERATIONS PERFORMED BY
Lubrication/corrosion protection OPERATOR
Safety lanyard cap condition DEALER
Battery condition/charging and reinstallation DEALER
Starter connections and routing ➀ DEALER
Oil reservoir filling OPERATOR
Fuel filter replacement DEALER
Fuel line condition ➀ DEALER
Filler neck, fuel tank and fuel cap condition ➀ DEALER
Check fuel system fasteners DEALER
Steering system and low-speed steering control system inspection ➀ DEALER
Throttle/shifter system inspection ➀ DEALER
Inspection of deck drains/bilge pump/drain plugs DEALER
Fire extinguisher condition/mounting ➀ OPERATOR
➀ Safety item covered in the annual safety inspection.
CAUTION: Only perform this operation in a well ventilated area. Garden
hose must be installed or craft must be in water to cool engine. Running the
engine without cooling water will damage exhaust hose interior and may
damage engine.

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SPECIFICATIONS

ENGINE SPEEDSTER
Number of engines 1
V-6 Mercury (240),
Engine type 2 stroke
Induction type Reed valve
Exhaust system Mercury type
Type See Mercury specifications
Lubrication
Oil type See Mercury specifications
Number of cylinders 6
Displacement 2500 cm³ (152.53 in3)
COOLING
Type Water cooled
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system type Digital-CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition)
Spark plug Make and type See Mercury specifications
Gap See Mercury specifications
Starting system Electric starter
Battery Not supplied ➀
Fuses Courtesy lights 1 A (2)
Bilge air blower 7.5 A
Bilge pump 7.5 A
Navigation lights 3A
Gauges/Low fuel 3A
Radio 5A
Horn system 5A
Jack system 10 A
CARBURETION
Fuel type See Mercury specifications
Fuel system type See Mercury specifications

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PROPULSION SPEEDSTER
Propulsion system Mercury Sport Jet
Number of jet pumps 1
Jet pump type Mixed flow, single stage
Pivoting angle of direction (nozzle) ~26°
Minimum required water level
for jet pumps See Mercury specifications

DIMENSIONS
Overall length 5.0m (16 ft 6 in)
Beam 2.3m (7 ft 7 in)
Draft 30 cm (12 in)
Dead rise 20°
Weight (dry) 777 kg (1710 lb)
5 passengers
Load limit (passengers + luggage) 410 kg (905 lb)
(based on calm water operation)
Maximum engine power capacity rating 180 kW (240 HP)
of the craft @ 6500 RPM
Hull material Composite (fiberglass)
CAPACITIES
Fuel tank (reserve included) 151 L (40 U.S. gal)
Main oil reservoir 11 L (3 U.S. gal)

➀ Recommended: Exide R-24-130, 12 V, 25 A•h (130 minutes reserve) or R-24-160


(160 minutes) or equivalent.
Battery posts: On top. Round taper type.
Battery maximum allowed size: 285 mm (11-1/4 in) long x 190 mm (7-1/2 in)
wide x 238 mm (9-3/8 in) high.
BOMBARDIER reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications
and/or to make additions to, or improvements in its products without imposing
any obligation upon itself to install them on its products previously manufactured.

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ENGINE CHALLENGER 1800


Number of engines 1

Engine type V-6 Mercury (210) V-6 Mercury (240),


2 stroke 2 stroke
Induction type Reed valve
Exhaust system Mercury type
Type See Mercury specifications
Lubrication
Oil type See Mercury specifications
Number of cylinders 6
Displacement 2500 cm³ (152.53 in3)
COOLING
Type Water cooled
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system type Digital-CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition)
Make and type See Mercury specifications
Spark plug
Gap See Mercury specifications
Starting system Electric starter
Battery Not supplied ➀
Fuses Courtesy lights 1 A (2)
Bilge air blower 7.5 A
Bilge pump 7.5 A
Navigation lights 3A
Gauges/Low fuel 3A
Radio 5A
Horn system 5A
Jack system 10 A
CARBURETION
Fuel type See Mercury specifications
Carburetor See Mercury specifications

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PROPULSION CHALLENGER 1800


Propulsion system Mercury Sport Jet
Number of jet pumps 1
Jet pump type Mixed flow, single stage
Pivoting angle of direction (nozzle) ~26°
Minimum required water level
for jet pumps See Mercury specifications

DIMENSIONS
Overall length 5.46 m (17 ft 11 in)
Beam 2.29 m (7 ft 6 in)
Draft 27 cm (10.5 in)
Dead rise 19.5°
Weight (dry) 848 kg (1865 lb)

Load limit (passengers + luggage) 7 passengers OR 565 kg (1245 lb)


(based on calm water operation)
Maximum engine power capacity rating 157 kW (209 HP) 180 kW (240 HP)
of the craft @ 5650 RPM @ 6500 RPM
Hull material Composite (fiberglass)
CAPACITIES
Fuel tank (reserve included) 151 L (40 U.S. gal)
Main oil reservoir 11 L (3 U.S. gal)

➀ Recommended: Exide R-24-130, 12 V, 25 A•h (130 minutes reserve) or R-24-160


(160 minutes) or equivalent.
Battery posts: On top. Round taper type.
Battery maximum allowed size: 285 mm (11-1/4 in) long x 190 mm (7-1/2 in)
wide x 238 mm (9-3/8 in) high.
BOMBARDIER reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications
and/or to make additions to, or improvements in its products without imposing
any obligation upon itself to install them on its products previously manufactured.

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ENGINE CHALLENGER 2000


Number of engines 1

Engine type V-6 Mercury Marine


2 stroke
Induction type Reed valve
Exhaust system Mercury Marine type
Type See Mercury Marine specifications
Lubrication
Oil type See Mercury Marine specifications
Number of cylinders 6
Displacement 2500 cm³ (152.53 in3)
COOLING
Type Water cooled
ELECTRICAL
Ignition system type Digital-CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition)
Make and type See Mercury Marine specifications
Spark plug
Gap See Mercury Marine specifications
Starting system Electric starter
Battery Not supplied ➀
Courtesy lights 1 A (2)
Bilge air blower 7.5 A
Bilge pump 7.5 A
Navigation lights 3A
Fuses
Gauges/Low fuel 3A
Radio 5A
Horn system 5A
Jack system 10 A
CARBURETION
Fuel type See Mercury Marine specifications
Fuel system type See Mercury Marine specifications

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PROPULSION CHALLENGER 2000


Propulsion system Mercury Marine Sport Jet
Number of jet pumps 1
Jet pump type Mixed flow, single stage
Pivoting angle of direction (nozzle) ~ 26°
Minimum required water level
for jet pump See Mercury Marine specifications

DIMENSIONS
Overall length 6 m (19 ft 9 in)
Beam 2.44 m (8 ft)
Draft 27 cm (10-1/2 in)
Dead rise 19.5°
Weight (dry) 953 kg (2100 lb)
8 passengers
Load limit (passengers + luggage) 655 kg (1440 lb)
(based on calm water operation)
Hull material Composite (fiberglass)
CAPACITIES
Fuel tank (reserve included) 151 L (40 U.S. gal)
Main oil reservoir 11 L (3 U.S. gal)

➀ Recommended: See Mercury Marine recommendations.


Battery posts: On top. Round taper type.
Battery maximum allowed size: 267 mm (10-1/2 in) long x 172 mm (6-3/4 in)
wide x 238 mm (9-3/8 in) high.
BOMBARDIER reserves the right to make changes in design and specifications
and/or to make additions to, or improvements in its products without imposing
any obligation upon itself to install them on its products previously manufactured.

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SI* METRIC INFORMATION GUIDE

BASE UNITS
DESCRIPTION UNIT SYMBOL
length .................................................. meter.................................. m
mass.................................................... kilogram.............................. kg
force .................................................... newton ............................... N
liquid.................................................... liter ..................................... L
temperature......................................... Celsius................................ °C
pressure .............................................. kilopascal ............................ kPa
torque.................................................. newton-meter..................... N•m
land velocity......................................... kilometer per hour .............. km/h
navigation velocity ............................... knot .................................... kn
PREFIXES
PREFIX SYMBOL MEANING VALUE
kilo....................... k ......................... one thousand...................... 1000
centi .................... c ......................... one hundredth of................ 0.01
milli...................... m ....................... one thousandth of .............. 0.001
micro ................... µ......................... one millionth of................... 0.000001
CONVERSION FACTORS
TO CONVERT TO ➀ MULTIPLY BY
in ......................................................... mm ..................................... 25.4
in ......................................................... cm ...................................... 2.54
in² ........................................................ cm² ..................................... 6.45
in³ ........................................................ cm³ ..................................... 16.39
ft .......................................................... m ........................................ 0.3
oz......................................................... g ......................................... 28.35
lb ......................................................... kg........................................ 0.45
lbf ........................................................ N......................................... 4.4
lbf•in ................................................... N•m.................................... 0.11
lbf•ft .................................................... N•m.................................... 1.36
lbf•ft .................................................... lbf•in .................................. 12
PSI....................................................... kPa...................................... 6.89
imp. oz................................................. U.S. oz ................................ 0.96
imp. oz................................................. mL ...................................... 28.41
imp. gal................................................ U.S. gal ............................... 1.2
imp. gal................................................ L ......................................... 4.55
U.S. oz ................................................. mL ...................................... 29.57
U.S. gal................................................ L ......................................... 3.79
knot ..................................................... MPH ................................... 1.15
MPH .................................................... km/h ................................... 1.61
Fahrenheit ........................................... Celsius................................ (°F - 32) ÷ 1.8
Celsius................................................. Fahrenheit .......................... (°C x 1.8) + 32
hp ........................................................ kW ...................................... .75

* The international system of units abbreviates SI in all languages.


➀ To obtain the reverse sequence, divide by the given factor. Example: to convert
millimeters to inches, divide by 25.4.
NOTE: Conversion factors are rounded off to 2 decimals for easier use.

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DECLARATION CE OF CONFORMITY

DECLARATION CE OF CONFORMITY

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Application of Council Directives: 94/25/CE — Recreational craft


89/336/CEE — Electromagnetic
compatibility
Standards to which conformity is declared: ISO 7840, ISO 8469, ISO 8665, ISO 8846,
ISO 8848, ISO 8849, ISO 9094, ISO 9097,
ISO 10087, ISO 10088, ISO 10133, ISO 10240,
ISO 11105, ISO 11591, ISO 11592, ISO 12215,
ISO 12216, ISO 13592, COLREGS, ABYC H-5,
ABYC H-8
Manufacturer’s name: Bombardier Motor Corporation of America.
Manufacturer’s address: 451 E. Illinois Ave
Benton, Illinois
62812-0394
Importer’s name: Société ANF — Industrie S.A.
Importer’s address: 2, rue du Nouveau Bercy
94220 Charenton
Paris, France
Notified body for Directive 94/25/CE: International Marine Certification Institute
Trèves centre, rue de Trèves 45
1040 Brussels, Belgium
Competent body for Directive 89/336/CEE: UTAC
Autodrome de Linas-Montlhéry, B.P. 212
91311 Montlhéry cedex, France
Type of equipment: Sport boats, inshore category C
Model names:
Model name

Model number(s)
I, the undersigned, hereby declare that the equipment specified above conforms to the
above Directives and Standards.
Name of signatory: Fernando Garcia
Title of signatory on behalf of
Bombardier Motor Corporation of America: Director - Public and Regulatory Affairs —
Sea-Doo sport boats
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Homologation and Certification


These boats comply with the following standards:

STANDARD TYPE OF CERTIFICATION

United States Coast Guard Self certification

Canadian Coast Guard Self certification

Russian Maritime Register of Shipping Certify by


Russian Maritime Register of Shipping
8, Dvortsovaya Nab., 191186
St. Petersburg, Russia

Directive 89/336/CEE of the council Internal production control plus control


relating to electromagnetic compatibility carried out on the responsability of a
competent body.

Competent body:
UTAC
Autodrome de Linas-Montlhéry, B.P. 212
91311 Montlhéry cedex, France

Directive 94/25/EC of the European Internal production control plus control


Parliament and of the council relating to carried out on the responsability of a
recreational craft notified body.

Notified body:
International Marine Certification Institute
Trèves centre, rue de Trèves 45
1040 Brussels, Belgium

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Operator’s Guide
Confirmation of Receipt

Your dealer

Name:

Address:

Will assist you and help you to resolve any problems you may have.
Upon delivery of your sport boat, complete and sign the form hereunder and
forward it to your dealer in order to be covered by our warranty.
Warranty conditions are as detailed in the Warranty Section of this guide.
_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Cut here

Receipt
Name:
Address:

Sport Boat
Owner of model No.

HIN (to be completed by customer or selling dealer) ____________________________________________

This warranty begins (date).

The dealer named on this document has instructed me on the operation, maintenance,
safety features and warranty policy, all of which I understand and agree to be bound
with. I am also satisfied with the predelivery set-up and inspection of my Sea-Doo sport
boat. I have also received a copy of the Operator’s Guide, Safety Handbook and Safety
Videocassette for my Sea-Doo sport boat.

Signature:

Date:

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CHANGE OF ADDRESS
If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this
page.
Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration
of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if
correction to your craft becomes necessary.
NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS ✃
CHANGE OF ADDRESS ❏
CRAFT IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

Model Number Hull Identification Number (H.I.N.)

OLD ADDRESS: ______________________________________________


NAME

________________________________________________________________
NO. STREET APT

________________________________________________________________
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP/POSTAL CODE

NEW ADDRESS: ______________________________________________


NAME

________________________________________________________________
NO. STREET APT

________________________________________________________________
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP/POSTAL CODE

STOLEN UNITS
In the event that your craft is stolen, you should notify your area’s distributor warranty
department of such.
Please provide your name, address, phone number, Hull Identification Number and
date it was stolen.
Bombardier will provide a list of stolen units to all authorized Sea-Doo dealers on a
monthly basis to aid in recovery of such units to their owners.

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CHANGE OF ADDRESS

If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this
page.
Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration
of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if
correction to your watercraft becomes necessary.
NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS

AFFIX
PROPER
POSTAGE

BOMBARDIER
RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS
WARRANTY DEPARTMENT
75, J.A. BOMBARDIER ST.
SHERBROOKE (QUEBEC)
CANADA J1L 1W3
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CHANGE OF ADDRESS
If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this
page.
Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration
of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if
correction to your craft becomes necessary.
NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS ✃
CHANGE OF ADDRESS ❏
CRAFT IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

Model Number Hull Identification Number (H.I.N.)

OLD ADDRESS: ______________________________________________


NAME

________________________________________________________________
NO. STREET APT

________________________________________________________________
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP/POSTAL CODE

NEW ADDRESS: ______________________________________________


NAME

________________________________________________________________
NO. STREET APT

________________________________________________________________
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP/POSTAL CODE

STOLEN UNITS
In the event that your craft is stolen, you should notify your area’s distributor warranty
department of such.
Please provide your name, address, phone number, Hull Identification Number and
date it was stolen.
Bombardier will provide a list of stolen units to all authorized Sea-Doo dealers on a
monthly basis to aid in recovery of such units to their owners.

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CHANGE OF ADDRESS

If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this
page.
Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration
of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if
correction to your watercraft becomes necessary.
NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS

AFFIX
PROPER
POSTAGE

BOMBARDIER
RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS
WARRANTY DEPARTMENT
75, J.A. BOMBARDIER ST.
SHERBROOKE (QUEBEC)
CANADA J1L 1W3
lmo2001-002a.book Page 79 Tuesday, May 16, 2000 9:52 AM

CHANGE OF ADDRESS
If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this
page.
Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration
of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if
correction to your craft becomes necessary.
NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS ✃
CHANGE OF ADDRESS ❏
CRAFT IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

Model Number Hull Identification Number (H.I.N.)

OLD ADDRESS: ______________________________________________


NAME

________________________________________________________________
NO. STREET APT

________________________________________________________________
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP/POSTAL CODE

NEW ADDRESS: ______________________________________________


NAME

________________________________________________________________
NO. STREET APT

________________________________________________________________
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP/POSTAL CODE

STOLEN UNITS
In the event that your craft is stolen, you should notify your area’s distributor warranty
department of such.
Please provide your name, address, phone number, Hull Identification Number and
date it was stolen.
Bombardier will provide a list of stolen units to all authorized Sea-Doo dealers on a
monthly basis to aid in recovery of such units to their owners.

79
lmo2001-002a.book Page 80 Tuesday, May 16, 2000 9:52 AM

CHANGE OF ADDRESS

If your address has changed, be sure to fill out and mail the card provided on this
page.
Such notification is likewise necessary for your own safety even after expiration
of the original warranty, since Bombardier will be in a position to contact you if
correction to your watercraft becomes necessary.
NOTE: This card is strictly for change of address only.

CHANGE OF ADDRESS

AFFIX
PROPER
POSTAGE

BOMBARDIER
RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS
WARRANTY DEPARTMENT
75, J.A. BOMBARDIER ST.
SHERBROOKE (QUEBEC)
CANADA J1L 1W3
lmo2001-002a.book Page 1 Tuesday, May 16, 2000 9:52 AM

SPORT BOAT MODEL No.

HULL
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (H.I.N.)

MERCURY OR ROTAX ENGINE


IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (E.I.N.)

Owner:
NAME

No. STREET APT

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP/POSTAL CODE

Purchase Date
YEAR MONTH DAY

Warranty Expiry Date


YEAR MONTH DAY

To be completed by the dealer at the time of the sale.

DEALER IMPRINT AREA

Please verify with your selling dealer to ensure your SEA-DOO craft has
been registered with Bombardier.

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