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The following procedure explains the steps necessary to put the watercraft back in service following a storage period. See your Kawasaki JET SKI watercraft dealer for this service, or do the following. See the MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS chapter for detailed procedures. Carry out all recommended lubrication procedures.
Check for binding or sticking throttle, choke, or steering mechanism. The throttle lever must return fully when released. Clean and gap spark plugs (see Spark Plugs). Check all rubber hoses for weathering, cracking, or looseness.
Turn the watercraft on its left side on a protective pad, and remove the jet pump cover. Check cooling and bilge hoses for weathering, cracking, or looseness. Replace them if necessary. Replace the cover and tighten securely.
Check the fire extinguisher for a full charge. Check the battery, charge if necessary, and clean the terminals. Install the battery (see Battery Installation section in Battery). Check/replace the fuel filter screens (see Fuel Filter Screen Cleaning section in Fuel System).
Inspect the fuel vent check valve (see Fuel Vent Check Valve Inspection section in Fuel System). Tighten the fuel tank outlet retainer nut and fill the tank with recommended fuel/oil mixture.
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