Beaching The Watercraft; Docking The Watercraft - Yamaha WaveRunner XLT1200 2001 Owner's/Operator's Manual

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Beaching the watercraft

1. Make sure no obstructions, boats or
swimmers are near the beach. Release
the throttle lever about 110 m (360 ft)
before you reach the intended beaching
area.
2. Approach the beach slowly and stop the
engine before reaching land. Remem-
ber: you need throttle to steer.
3. Get off the watercraft and pull it up on
the beach.
CAUTION:
Small pebbles, sand, seaweed, and other
debris can be pulled into the jet intake
and impair or damage the impeller.
Always stop the engine and get off
before beaching the watercraft.
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Docking the watercraft

1. Make sure that no obstructions, boats or
swimmers are close to the watercraft.
Reduce speed about 110 m (360 ft)
away from the dock.
2. Slowly approach the dock and stop the
engine just before coming alongside it.
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