PWC PWC Operation and Handling 3

Question 1

When towing a water skier or tuber with a PWC, what is required in most US states?

Accepted Answer

A minimum of two people on the PWC — one to drive and one to observe

Answer

Only one person on the PWC

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The skier must wear a helmet

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A tow permit from the Coast Guard

Question 2

What is the safest technique for stopping a PWC without a braking system?

Accepted Answer

Begin reducing throttle early and allow the craft to decelerate gradually

Answer

Cut the engine and coast to a stop

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Apply full reverse immediately

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Swerve back and forth to scrub speed

Question 3

What is the danger of riding a PWC in very shallow water?

Accepted Answer

Cavitation, grounding, and debris ingestion into the jet pump

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Engine overheating only

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Loss of GPS signal

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Reduced fuel efficiency

Question 4

When should a PWC operator check behind the craft before reversing?

Accepted Answer

Always, every time before engaging reverse

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Only when in a marina

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Only when visibility is poor

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Only when other vessels are nearby

Question 5

What is the recommended speed for operating a PWC near a swimming area?

Accepted Answer

Idle/no-wake speed or as posted by local authorities

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No more than 10 mph

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25 mph to clear the area quickly

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5 mph above idle

Question 6

What should a PWC operator do if they spot a diver-down flag?

Accepted Answer

Stay at least 100 feet away and reduce to idle speed

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Maintain normal speed to reduce time near divers

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Honk the horn to warn divers

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Stop completely and wait for the flag to be removed