What do we need for "Emergency" on jet boat?

[قطري424]

Hi all

i have seadoo speedster 215hp 2007

i only have hand light with flash, knife, anchor with long rope, screw driver, life jackets and mobile phone.

thats all i have on my boat, and i am not expert in engine and mechanics.:stupid:

so what is ur advice to me??

what should i take care about??

what should i take with me??


PLEASE GIVE ME UR PRO ADVICES

 

[JPX]

I seem to recall you take your boat out in salt water (seems unlikely there are lots of lakes or navigable rivers in Qatar).

Salt water usually means you are in BIG water - open ocean and such. So marine grade equipment and planning is definitely in order.

The US Coast Guard website http://www.uscgboating.org/ has lots of information about boating safety equipment and methods.

At minimum you should have the following:
-Fire extinguisher (rated for extinguishing fuels)
-Flare gun - visual signal devices (orange flag, flat mirrors)
-Life jackets
-Extra towels/blankets (hard to believe, but at night in wind this is important)
-Extra rope - towing strength for rescue or being rescued
- Audible signaling devices - hand held air horn, whistles (ideally attach whistle to each life jacket)
- First-aid medical kit in waterproof container.

For common repairs or troubleshooting:
- Extra spark plugs
- Spark plug wrench/socket (leave this with the boat)
- Tool box kit, screwdrivers, big pliers, cutters, adjustable wrench
- Hex key set (a lot of engine hardware is hex/allen key based)
- Waterproof containers/bags (for putting cell phone or radio in)
- Long nose pliers (for pulling out weeds, rope from jetpump)
- Bilge sponge and or bucket (for extracting water if the bilge pump or battery dies)
- diving mask and snorkel (so you can inspect under boat if necessary)
- 2-3ft length of extra fuel hose and water cooling hose plus hose clamps
- extra fuses
- Zip ties - the nylon tie straps you typically see your hoses tied back with.

What can I say, I like to be prepared.

 

[قطري424]

Hi JPX .. yes we dont have lakes

we have the sea all arround us .. all salt water.:cheers:

and i dont go far away.. maximum 7miles for fishing sometimes.. and i take my GPS with me.


but what can i do with all that tool and i'am not an expert with mechanics as i said !! and i dont know any thing about the engine or the most possible problems !! " i hope u can give me some informations"

any ideas?

 

[JPX]

It is ideal if you do learn some basic mechanical service of the boat. It makes you more confident and capable if something does happen.

But it is not required.

The exception is spark plugs - you SHOULD learn to do this. And this is VERY simple. You do more work putting the boat back on the trailer than it takes to pull spark plugs. The reason this particular mechanical activity is so important is because it is key for restarting an engine that has been water flooded. It also provides a glimpse of how the cylinder is performing. Should an engine suddenly stop, removing the spark plugs can quickly determine if water flooding, too rich fuel/air mixture, or simply no spark is taking place.

The point of taking the rest of the tools is in case you DO run across someone who can help with any mechanicals on your boat. Further, as a responsible boater, if someone else has trouble with their boat, they would appreciate that you are prepared to assist.

I am usually prepared to help people with boat trouble - I hope anyone who finds me in trouble would be able to help as well.

Also, if something vibrates loose, and just needs to be reinstalled, you have the tools to do it (assuming all the parts can be found inside). Because sea conditions are a bit rougher and harsh on the boat, you'd want to make sure you can tighten anything that loosens up.

These tools are also useful for adjusting or tightening ski/wakeboard bindings, canopy tops, and other accessories.

 

[scary]

Extra Spark Plugs And Wrench For Sure I speak from experience lol sucks when your floating out to sea and your plugs are foul.

Anyone can do that whip ties would also come in handy if a line comes off.

 

[قطري424]

ok i will putt tool and spare plugs.. the seadoo service guys told me u need to change pugs and oil every 30 hours !

is that right?

 

[seadoosnipe]

Numero uno.....

The first thing I'd do, is to make sure the tool pouch that came with the ski, is still there and complete!........

 

[cbjrumble]

This may sound nuts but may not be a bad idea to print out and keep a copy of the shop manual (they do make these for the boats right?) on the boat. Or atleast some sort of diagram so you can see how stuff should be incase you get stuck out on the open water.

 

[قطري424]

I dont have the tool pouch that came with the ski ..! coz its 2nd hand used.

and i dont have the shop manual .. any help ??

 

[seadoosnipe]

Tools........

Number one tool...........plug wrench. If something happens while your out, the first thing you'll want to do is take out the plugs to see what the engine is doing. If they are wet (no fire), if they are white ash (running lean) or any other problem sign......
Second, I'd have a screwdriver. You may have a water hose leaking or needing to be removed or tightened up. You may need to open your low speed jet a little........
Next, a pair of pliers or visegrips..........multi purpose. Just have them. If you break down, the vise grips can be used to pinch off your water line.

I keep enough tools to take off my air box and work with my carbs if needed. I have a small, metric tool box, that fits inside the container in the front box. It's small, has a tiny (cheap) ratchet and some sockets, it fits screwdriver bits to it....etc......

BUt for the most part, plug wrench, screwdriver, pliers, knife and duct (or electrical) tape............:cheers: