Boating Basics: On the Water Especially for PWCs

Ignition Safety Switches

• Most PWCs come equipped with an emergency ignition safety switch which is designed to shut the engine down if the operator is thrown from the proper operating position.
• The ignition safety switch works by attaching a lanyard between the operator and the switch. If the lanyard is removed from the switch, then the engine will shut off. You must wear the safety switch lanyard while operating a PWC.