WELCOME ABOARD Congratulations on your choice of the finest ski and wakeboard boat available. MasterCraft is the recognized world leader for inboard ski boats today and has been for more than 35 consecutive years. The quality, innovation, selection and value are unmatched in the industry. Please take a few minutes to read this owners manual completely in addition to carefully reviewing additional information also provided with your new boat.
DANGERS WARNINGS & CAUTIONS Throughout this manual the terms “danger,” “warning” and “caution” appear, alerting the boat owner or operator to dangerous or potentially dangerous situations that may arise. Those terms have the following respective meanings whenever they appear herein: This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
: 4: 5: Gasoline is explosive. If you see or smell the presence of gasoline during your inspection, DO NOT START YOUR ENGINE! Remove your ignition key from the ignition switch and call your MasterCraft dealer for service. (Page 15-17) Gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive under certain conditions. Always stop the engine and never smoke or allow open flames or sparks within 50 feet of the fueling area when refueling. (Page 6-2) Take care not to spill gasoline.
large amounts of clean water and seek medical aid. (Page 15-3) 4: 5: When charging, batteries generate small amounts of dangerous hydrogen gas. This gas is highly explosive. Keep all sparks, flames and smoking well away from the area. Failure to follow instructions when charging a battery can cause an electrical charge or even an explosion of the battery which could cause serious injury or death. (Pages 15-3 and 15-8) The engine box serves as a machinery guard.
that may seriously damage the boat and void your warranty. (Page 11-1) 3: 4: 5: 6: 7: Continued operation after the warning light has illuminated may cause severe engine damage. This will void your warranty.
TABLE OF CONTENTS BOATING SAFETY --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1-1 ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-1 RULES OF THE OPEN WATER --------------------------------------------------------------------- 3-1 GUIDE TO INDIVIDUAL MODELS ------------------------------------------------------------------ 4-1 ENGINE & PROPELLER SPECIFICATIONS ------------------------------------------------ 4-5 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS --
SAFETY BOATING Your safety, as well as the safety of others with and around you, is a direct result of how you operate and maintain your boat. Read and comprehend this manual. Make sure that you understand all the controls and operating instructions before attempting to operate the boat. Improper operation is extremely dangerous! The basic safety rules are outlined in this section of the manual.
Note: Requirements for coastal waters and inland waters differ. Check with the local authorities for more information. AMERICAN RED CROSS, NATIONAL HG 8111 GATEHOUSE ROAD, 6TH FLOOR FALLS CHURCH VA 22042 (202) 737-8300 www.redcross.org RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT USA WATER SKI ASSOCIATION 1251 HOLY COW ROAD POLK CITY FL 33868 (863) 324-4341 http://usawaterski.org BOAT OWNERS ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES 880 SOUTH PICKETT STREET ALEXANDRIA VA 22304 (703) 823-9550 http://boatus.
Never override or modify the engine safety shut-off switch or engine neutral starting safety switch in any way. • Never operate the boat while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. • Never stand or allow passengers to stand in the boat–or sit on the motor box–while underway. You or others may be thrown from the boat. • Prior to starting the engine, you must open the engine box and check the engine compartment and bilge for gasoline and oil vapors.
COMMON SENSE APPROACH This manual have been developed to help ensure an enjoyable experience as you boat, wakeboard and ski with your MasterCraft boat. As stated earlier, this information is not all-inclusive. There are many other factors to consider and additional information that you need to research before undertaking any boating. Beyond the study involved, you should also always use common sense when boating.
R U L E S OF THE OPEN WATER Just as there are rules that apply when driving a vehicle on the street, there are waterway rules that apply when you are driving a boat. These rules are used internationally, and they are enforced by the United States Coast Guard and local agencies. You should be aware of these rules and follow them whenever you encounter another vessel on the water.
maintain its course and speed. You must stay out of its way as you clear it, altering course and speed as necessary. Conversely, if you are being passed by another vessel, you should maintain your speed and direction so that the vessel can steer itself around you. OTHER SPECIAL SITUATIONS There are other rules to always remember when driving your boat around other vessels: • When navigating in narrow channel, you should keep to the right when it is safe and practical to do so.
GUIDE TO INDIVIDUAL MODELS FEATURE LOCATED ProStar 190, ProStar 197, ProStar 209, X-1, X-7, X-9 Battery Beneath observer seat MariStar 210, X-10 Battery Beneath rear starboard seat Batteries Beneath rear port seat MariStar 200, X-2 MariStar 245, MariStar 245 SS, X-45, X-45 SS Batteries Beneath rear starboard seat X-Star Batteries Beneath rear port and starboard seats Blower Exhaust Transom Bow Light(s) Forward top of bow deck All Models All Models ProStar 190, ProStar 197, X-7 Circuit Brea
MariStar 200, MariStar 210, MariStar 245, MariStar 245 SS, X-1, X-2, X-10, X-45, X-45 SS, X-Star Engine Compartment Aft, beneath sun deck ProStar 190, ProStar 197, ProStar 209, X-7, X-9 Fuel Tank Filler Outside port rear MariStar 210, X-1, X-10 Fuel Tank Filler Outside starboard rear MariStar 200, MariStar 245, MariStar 245 SS, X-2, X-45, X-45 SS, X-Star Fuel Tank Fillers Outside both port and starboard All Models Glove Box Forward of observer seat Instrument Panel Forward of driver’s seat All Models
Instrument Panel ProStar 190, ProStar 197, ProStar 209, X-1, X-7, X-9 Top row of gauges from left: Lower left panel: Lower right panel: OIL PRESSURE GAUGE HORN SPEEDO ADJUSTMENT SWITCH ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGE ACCESSORY 1 SWITCH CLOCK ADMUSTMENT SWITCH SPEEDOMETER ACCESSORY 2 SWITCH NAV/ANCHOR LIGHTS SWITCH MULTI-FUNCTION/TACHOMETER COURTESY LIGHTS SWITCH BILGE PUMP SWITCH CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BLOWER SWITCH SPEEDOMETER OR PERFECT PASS GAUGE IGNITION KEY SLOT VOLTMETER FUEL GAUGE MariStar 2
MariStar 245, MariStar 245 SS, X-45, X-45 SS Top row of gauges from left: Lower left panel: Lower right panel: OIL PRESSURE GAUGE HORN SPEEDO ADJUSTMENT SWITCH ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGE ACCESSORY 1 SWITCH DISPLAY SELECTOR SWITCH TACHOMETER/MULTI-FUNCTION GAUGE ACCESSORY 2 SWITCH SPEEDO ADJUSTMENT SWITCH SPEEDOMETER ACCESSORY 3 SWITCH NAV/ANCHOR LIGHTS SWITCH PERFECT PASS GAUGE OR MC CRUISE COURTESY LIGHTS SWITCH FORWARD BILGE SWITCH FUEL GAUGE 12-VOLT RECEPTACLE AFT BILGE SWITCH BLOWER SW
Displacement ....................... 350 C.I.D. (5.7 litres)—310 horsepower Bore ............................................................................................................................. 4.00" Stroke ........................................................................................................................ 3.48” Compression Ratio ............................................................................................ 9.4:1 Compression Pressure ...........................
Displacement ...................................................................................................................... 364 C.I.D. (6.01 litres)–375 horsepower at 5200 RPM Bore ......................................................................................................................... 3.898” Stroke ..................................................................................................................... 3.623” Compression Ratio ............................................
ProStar 190 ProStar 197, X-7 LENGTH OF BOAT: ........................................................................................ 19’8” LENGTH OF BOAT: ........................................................................................ 19’8” OVERALL LENGTH W/TRAILER: .................................................................. 22’8” OVERALL LENGTH W/TRAILER: ..................................................................
CONTROLS AND INDICATORS While the Guide to Individual Models pages provide specific information regarding the location of individual gauges and switches for each MasterCraft model, there is some general information about various gauges that has a direct impact in the operation and maintenance of your boat. The following includes information that should be reviewed and recalled on a regular basis. MULTI-FUNCTION GAUGE This gauge provides several functions of interest and support to the boater.
sure that the boat is level and at rest. When the boat is placed into initial operation, do not run the boat below a quarter of a tank until you have refueled several times and a have sense of how long you can operate the boat on the fuel available. Extending usage beyond the known capability may cause the boat to run out of fuel and strand you away from the shore. Although it may be possible to see fuel in the bottom of the fuel tank, you still may not be able to operate the boat.
IGNITION SWITCH BALLAST PUMP SWITCH Never leave the ignition switch in the RUN position without the engine running; this will prevent the natural discharge of the battery and result in damage to the starter solenoid. Note that the STS is equipped with two ignitions, one for each engine and that the engines operate independently of each other. On boat models equipped with a ballast system, a threeposition switch will allow for the filling or emptying of the ballast tanks and/or bags.
Firmly push the red button until the breaker re-sets. There will be an audible click. Try again to start the engine. If the breaker trips again, the engine requires attention. Take your boat immediately to your dealer. In addition to the 50A circuit breaker, the engines are also equipped with additional component overload protection, including a 15A ATO fuse for the fuel pump, a 15A ATO fuse for the injectors and a 15A ATO fuse for the ECM unit.
FUELING USING CARE The ignition timing as set by the factory requires the use of unleaded fuel with an Anti-Knock Index Number (AKI)/Pump Octane Number range between 89 octane and 93 octane. Nearly any medium-grade gasoline available for automotive use may be used. inspection of the bilge for foreign materials and the possibility of gas or oil leakage detection. As part of your daily inspection, include a visual check of the orange firesleeved fuel line.
If you operate your engine in a country other than the United States or Canada, unleaded fuels may be difficult to locate. Using leaded fuels in your engine is not recommended as engine components will last longer using unleaded fuel. (Leaded fuel is not compatible with today’s engines.) WHEN A BOAT DOES NOT RUN FOR A WHILE The engine manufacturer recommends the use of a stablizer such as Sta-Bil® fuel stabilizer for boat users who consume less than a tank of fuel every two weeks.
SAFETY CHECKS AND SERVICES The following checks and services are essential to safe boating and must be performed. Get in the habit of performing these checks in the same order each outing so that it becomes routine. DO NOT launch or operate the boat if any problem is found during the Safety Check. A problem could lead to an accident during the outing, resulting in serious injury or death. Any and all problems should receive attention immediately. See your MasterCraft dealer for assistance.
N E W B O AT BREAK-IN The first 20 hours of operation are the most important to your boat. Proper break-in will ensure maximum performance and the longest possible power train life. The break-in period allows moving parts within the engine and transmission to wear-in properly. All MasterCraft boats are lake-tested on the water before leaving the factory, but the break-in must continue for the first 20 hours of your ownership.
NEXT FIVE HOURS OF OPERATION Continue operation at plane and vary the engine speed, but do not exceed 4000 RPM. Occasionally reduce the throttle to idle speed for a cool-down period. Carry only a light load. NEXT TEN HOURS OF OPERATION Operations during the final ten hours of break-in is very much the same as the second five hours, except that it is permissible to run at full speed for 2-3 minutes at a time. Do not accelerate suddenly from low-to-full speed. Increase speed gradually during this period.
S TA R T I N G AND BASIC OPERATION NOTE: If you are operating this boat for the first time, you must follow the New Boat Break-In procedures as described in the previous section. Failure to follow these procedures could result in serious engine damage and would void your warranty! cranking cycle. When the engine starts, immediately return the throttle to the idle position so that the engine will not over-rev.
NOTE: When shifting from forward to reverse or reverse to forward, be sure to stop the control lever in the neutral position and allow the engine to fall between 600-800 RPM before completing the shift. UNDERWAY If the oil pressure gauge indicates low or no oil pressure, stop and check the oil level. If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, stop and check the raw water impeller for blockage. DO NOT operate the boat until the cause for the warning has been found and corrected.
OPERATIONAL HINTS MasterCraft urges you–and all others who will be operating the boat–to seek certified instruction from the local boating authorities. This section is designed to present the most basic operational principles. It is NOT intended to cover all conditions encountered during operation.
quarters maneuvers. While the effects of unequal propeller thrust (torque steering), wind, and current may not always be present, a practiced driver will use them to his advantage. Unequal thrust is a phenomenon shared by all singleengine, propeller-drive boats. A counterclockwise rotation propeller tends to cause the boat to drive to port when going forward, and to starboard when going backward, with the rudder in the straight-ahead position.
and bearings and can cause detonation, piston seizure and other engine damage. Elevation and weather also have a very noticable effect on the wide-open-throttle power of an engine. Since oxygen gets thinner as elevation increases, the engine begins to starve for air. Humidity, barometric pressure and temperature have a noticeable effect on the density of air since heat and humidity thin the air.
LIFTING THE BOAT When the boat is hoisted from the water, use the lifting eyes or a sling for easy, damage-free lifting. DO NOT use the ski pylon for lifting. It is NOT designed as a central lifting point. Also, DO NOT use the stern ski tow as a lifting ring. The deck will be damaged. See the Storage Cradle sub-section of the Lifting the Boat section of this Manual. Also never lift a boat with a large amount of water in the bilge or containing a water-filled device such as a Fat Sac or ballast system.
CORROSION TO THE BOAT NOTE: Damage due to corrosion is not covered under warranty! GALVANIC CORROSION Galvanic corrosion (electrolysis) to the boat is the decompositoin of metal due to the effects of electrolytic action. When two dissimilar metals are immersed in a conductive fluid (salt water), an electric current is produced, much like the action of a battery. As the current flows, it takes with it tiny bits of the softer metal. If left unchecked, a great deal of damage could occur.
CLEANING THE BOAT Periodic cleaning is the best way to keep your boat looking like new. Regular washing and waxing keep dirt and scum from building up and deteriorating the finish. Keeping your boat in a showroom-new condition results in personal satisfaction and higher resale value. Your boat is made of fiberglass-reinforced plastic resin material that is easy to clean and care for. Several layers of resin material are chemically bonded together to form the hull.
micro-organisms as they exist in the atmosphere. It is also more prevalent in high-humidity areas. Rain can cleanse the air with the result that the micro-organisms are deposited on items such as marine vinyl. While the vinyl is treated to resist the growth of microorganisms (meaning the vinyl is not a food source), the stain results from failure to properly clean and maintain the vinyl.
Common Stains Steps: Betadine Chewing Gum Eyeshadow Motor Oil Spray Paint Mildew or Wet Leaves* Shoe Polish* Yellow Mustard Oil-Base Paint Suntan Lotion Tar/Asphalt Lipstick Latex Paint Crayon Ketchup Grease Ballpoint Ink* Household Soil Permanent Marker* Coffee, Tea, Chocolate 1 2 B D E B B C D A D A D A A D A D E A E B A A B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B 3 A C A C DO NOT USE 409 CLEANER OR SILICONE-BASED PRODUCTS!!! A = Medium-soft brush; warm soapy water/rinse/dry. B = Vinyl finish cleaner.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHECKS & SERVICE FREQUENCY AND SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Proper care, maintenance and adjustment will contribute to the peak performance of the boat, while also extending the overall service life and the resale value. Most MasterCraft boats built over the past decade are equipped with Indmar engines, and the information that follows was developed with their assistance. The instructions are grouped by the required service intervals.
BEFORE EACH USE CHECK THE TRANSMISSION COOLER FOR DEBRIS Because this process should be completed while the engine is cool and cannot cause burns to your skin, we recommend you do this before starting your boat. Step 1: Ensure the engine is OFF and the engine safety starting switch disconnected. Be certain that the throttle/shift control lever is in neutral. Open the engine compartment. The transmission cooler is located either near the top or on the side of the engine.
Step 3: If the tank was completely empty, see your MasterCraft dealer for assistance immediately as your engine cooling system needs purging. This function should be completed only by a trained MasterCraft service technician. Failure to maintain your coolant at the proper level can cause engine damage. Your warranty will not cover engine damage due to overheating or any other cause associated with improper coolant levels.
Battery electrolyte fluid is dangerous. It contains sulfuric acid, which is poisonous, corrosive and caustic. If electrolyte is spilled or placed on any part of the human body, immediately flush the area with large amounts of clean water and seek medical aid. • Use a battery terminal cleaning brush to remove corrosion from the inside of the battery terminals. Clean the terminals with a water-and-baking-soda solution and rinse. • Reconnect the positive terminal first, then the negative.
INSPECT THE THROTTLE AND SHIFT CABLES FOR KINKS, WEAR AND INTERFERENCE (RPT-1 ONLY) Because this process should be completed while the engine is cool and cannot cause burns to your skin, we recommend you do this before starting your boat. Step 1: Ensure the engine is OFF and the engine safety starting switch disconnected. Be certain that the throttle/shift control lever is in neutral. Step 2: Open the engine compartment and locate the throttle and shift cables.
Step 5: If you are uncertain about the condition of the impeller, remove it and inspect. When installing or re-installing one, you will find it is a tight fit. This ensures proper operation. The use of soap or Vaseline will help with installation. You will note that proper placement on the gear results in a squeeze on the arms. This is the correct installation. Step 6: Place a gasket between the housing and the cover after ensuring that the surfaces are smooth and clean; then re-install the screws in place.
The engine box serves as a machinery guard. The engine must be OFF whenever the box is open. Clothing or body parts can get caught in moving parts, causing serious injury or death. Keep away from moving parts! Step 3: This portion of the inspection requires the operation of the engine with the engine compartment open and should be performed by your MasterCraft dealer.
Step 3: This inspection requires the operation of the engine with the engine compartment open and should be performed by your MasterCraft dealer. Your dealer will start the engine with the engine compartment open and look for signs of leakage. Because the fuel system is under pressure, any leaks should be quickly noticeable. If any leaks are observed the engine must be immediately shut down. The leak must be repaired before the engine is restarted. See your MasterCraft dealer for parts and service.
11.5 volts, the system will shut off the stereo system and sound the alarm for a period of two minutes to give boaters ample time to adjust. If you have a dead battery, charge it with a battery charger before attempting to start the engine. Jump-starting from another boat or battery is dangerous. Charging a dead battery with the alternator on your engine will put undue stress on the alternator, which may cause it to fail. When charging, batteries generate small amounts of dangerous hydrogen gas.
CHECK THE TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL Because you will get an accurate reading only after the engine has run long enough to thoroughly warm up, this should be one of the last checks you conduct before boating. Run the engine in the water at least five minutes in the water, and check the fluid immediately after shutting down to get an accurate reading.
Step 5: Lubricate the starter bendix with a light coating of waterproof grease or white lithium grease. Step 6: Return the starter to the engine and reconnect. After closing the engine compartment, reconnect the positive (+) battery terminal. MasterCraft recommends that your quarterly–or 50-hour–maintenance requirements be performed by your MasterCraft dealer. The staff there has the proper equipment and technical training to best meet your service needs.
Step 6: The oil filter should be changed each time the oil is changed. Remove the oil filter and dispose of it properly on-shore. Step 7: Fill a new MasterCraft oil filter about half full with clean engine oil. Lightly lubricate the oil filter gasket and spin the filter on until the gasket makes contact. Hand tighten the filter one-quarter to one-half turn after contact. DO NOT use a filter wrench to tighten.
CLEAN THE ENGINE FLAME ARRESTOR MasterCraft recommends that you have the flame arrestor inspected and cleaned by your dealer immediately prior to starting the boating season. This procedure is extremely important and should be performed at least once a year. There may be instances in which you need to check this yourself.
Note: Do not use compressed air, open flame nor heat dryers. Excess heat will shrink the cotton filter media. Compressed air will blow holes in the element. Step 7: After cleaning the air filter, always re-oil before using. Spray K&N air filter oil down into each pleat with one pass per pleat. Wait 10 minutes and re-oil any white spots still showing. Or use the oil from a squeeze bottle, down into the bottom and along each pleat with just one pass in each pleat.
CHANGE TRANSMISSION FLUID In order to thoroughly drain all the old transmission fluid, you will need to run the boat engine for a period of at least five minutes. Do not run your engine without it being in water, unless you have the appropriate, professional hook-up available to protect the engine and drive-train components.
CHECK THE PROPELLER SHAFT COUPLING ALIGNMENT Step 1: Ensure the engine is OFF and disconnect the engine safety starting switch. Be sure that the throttle/shift control lever is in neutral. The engine must be cool. Step 2: Open the engine box and locate the propeller shaft coupling. Step 3: Remove the coupling bolts and slide the coupling apart only slightly so that the pilot flange on the propeller shaft side is still seated in the pilot bore of the transmission side.
Step 6: Using the flexible end on a grease gun, give two full shots of white lithium grease to the two grease fittings: one on the rudder shaft, and one on the pivot. Clean up any old grease purged from the areas. Step 7: Rotate the steering wheel back and forth several times to work the lubricant in. Step 8: Re-install the access panel.
INSPECT COMPLETE FUEL SYSTEM FOR LEAKAGE Although your boat engine is similar to your automobile engine, the engine compartment differs substantially. The underside of your automobile engine compartment is totally open to the atmosphere. This allows complete air circulation and ventilation. Your boat engine is housed in a closed compartment, the underside of which is the bottom of the boat. The enclosed engine compartment limits the ventilation of gasoline and oil fumes.
ENGINE EMISSIONS The following information is applicable only to boats sold The inboard engine in your boat includes the Indmar Emission Control System identified as MFI or TBI or EM. Refer to the identification sticker on your engine to determine which emission control system was used on your engine. The fuel and ignition systems on your engine meet the stringent requirements set forth by the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
G. Throttle Body Assembly – Throttle Body Fuel Injection Models H. Coolant Temperature Sensor I. Intake Valves 2. Air Induction System A. Intake Manifold B. Air Filter (Flame Arrestor) 3. Ignition System A. Spark Plugs B. Electronic Ignition System C. Ignition coil and/or control module D. Ignition Wires 4. Lubrication System A. Oil pump and internal parts 5. Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) System A. PCV valve B. Oil Filler Cap 6. Exhaust System A. Exhaust manifold(s) B. Exhaust riser(s) C.
Send the above information to: Indmar Products 5400 Old Millington Rd Millington, TN 38053 Attn: Emission Warranty Transfer NOTE: The above procedure is valid for the transfer of the Emission Components warranty only. Refer to the Limited Warranty Section in this manual for information regarding warranty transfer of the remaining engine components.
Flame Arrestor: Spark Plug Wires: Breather Hose: Ignition Timing: See Operator’s Manual See Operator’s Manual See Operator’s Manual See Operator’s Manual CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and Indmar Products are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2005 inboard engine. In California, new inboard engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards.
STORAGE AND WINTERIZATION Storage or winter lay-up requires special preparation to prevent damage to the boat. Since winter storage is an annual event, it presents an excellent opportunity to perform the annual maintenance at this time. Without proper preparation, storage for long periods of time may cause internal parts of the engine and transmission to rust because of lack of lubrication.
Step 6: Loosen all accessory drive belts and check their condition. ALL ENGINES Step 1: Drain water from the exhaust manifolds. Uncouple the hose quick-disconnect and drain the manifolds. A small brass screw-in plug located on the manifolds must also be removed. The engine manufacturer recommends leaving the drain plugs out or the hose uncoupled until the boat is placed back in service. Note: It is extremely important to pay attention to the impeller during use. At any sign of wear, replace it.
Notice: A special anti-freeze tester designed to be used with propylene glycol anti-freeze is required to test the strength of the mixture. Step 3: If the coolant level is low, add a sufficient amount of coolant/water mix to fill the heat exchanger. Use an appropriate mix of prypylene glycol anti-freeze and distilled water, mixed in accordance with the directions on the container for the anticipated temperatures.
Step 3: Turn the pump on to empty and pump anti-freeze into the system until anti-freeze comes out of the thru-hull on the side. Step 4: Turn the pump on to fill and pump antifreeze back into the jug. RE-ACTIVATING THE BOAT AFTER STORAGE Step 1: Remove the duct tape from the exhaust flaps. Step 2: Charge and install the battery in the boat, following all safety precautions associated with changing batteries. Step 3: Reconnect the quick-connect exhaust drain hoses.
UNSCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Propeller damage is caused by striking solid objects. If the propeller is not rotating at the time it strikes a solid object, the damage is usually confined to just one blade and may be difficult to see. If the propeller is rotating when it strikes an object, usually damage can easily be seen on all blades. CHECKING/REPAIRING PROPELLERS Step 1: Ensure the engine is OFF and the engine safety starting switch disconnected. Place the throttle/shift control lever in forward gear.
GUIDE TO TROUBLESHOOTING The following charts will assist you in finding and correcting minor mechanical and electrical problems with your boat. Problems are listed in the order of the most-likely event to the least-likely. To correct a problem, first determine what the symptom is. Start with the first cause and eliminate the possibility of each until the problem is corrected. Because of the specialized skill and tools needed to correct major issues, we have not included that information.
Poor boat performance. • Fouled spark plugs. • Contaminated fuel. • Plugged flame arrestor. • Weak ignition coil. • Fuel filter clogged. • Ignition problems. Poor gas mileage. • Fouled spark plugs. • Plugged flame arrestor. • Inefficient driving habits. • Plugged PCV valve. • Ignition problems. Throttle/shifting problems. • Corroded cables. • Defective throttle return spring. • Low transmission oil level. • Sticking transmission shift detent ball. • Kink in cable(s).
LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT MasterCraft Limited Warranty Statement 1. Limited Warranty and Term. MasterCraft Boat Company, Inc. (“MasterCraft”) warrants to the original retail purchaser that the following components of each new boat shall be free from material defects in materials and workmanship to the extent set forth below, under normal use and when operated and maintained in accordance with MasterCraft’s instructions, for the period indicated: 1.1 Deck, Hull, Liner and Stringers.
(b)damage caused by any improper alteration or modification to the boat or any of its component parts or accessories, including damage resulting from alteration, modification, repair or replacement in such a way as to increase the cubic-inch capacity or horsepower output of the engine and boat as originally manufactured; (c) damage caused by the use of improper or contaminated fuel or fluids; (d) damage caused by the use of customer-applied chemicals or accidental spills; (e) damage caused by failure to mai
5. Limitation of Liability. 5.1 Liability Limitation; Exclusion of Consequential Damages. This warranty is for the benefit of the owner and MasterCraft, and shall not create or evidence any right in any third party. THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE COMPONENT PARTS AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER.
discretion, upon examination by MasterCraft’s authorized repair facility or MasterCraft’s own personnel, as applicable. (b)MasterCraft warrants its repairs or replacements only for the remainder of the applicable warranty period. (c) MasterCraft shall, in its sole discretion, fulfill its obligation to repair or replace any defective item at its factory or authorized repair facility.
WARRANTY TRANSFER For first purchase of a specific MasterCraft boat, the original owner will receive a warranty registration card to complete and turn in. You should be aware that under federal law, completion of the warranty card is a requirement and should be completed as follows: 1. Dealer must complete the warranty registration at date of sale. 2. Dealer must secure buyer’s signature! 3.
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SERVICE LOG As Needed Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Replace raw water impeller Add/change oil & filter Replace battery Every 50 Hours Lubricate starter gear & shaft Change engine oil & filter Check all safety equipment Every 100 Hours Clean flame arrestor Replace raw water impeller Engine tune-up Change transmission fluid Check engine mounts Check prop shaft coupling alignment Inspect exhaust flaps Lubricate steering system Lubricate shift and
SERVICE LOG As Needed Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Date Replace raw water impeller Add/change oil & filter Replace battery Every 50 Hours Lubricate starter gear & shaft Change engine oil & filter Check all safety equipment Every 100 Hours Clean flame arrestor Replace raw water impeller Engine tune-up Change transmission fluid Check engine mounts Check prop shaft coupling alignment Inspect exhaust flaps Lubricate steering system Lubricate shift and
GENUINE MASTERCRAFT PARTS Recognizing the pride that MasterCraft owners take in their boats, MasterCraft has been diligently working to develop our own line of products designed specifically to ensure a better-looking, longer-lasting product. Your 2006 model ProStar, X-Series or MariStar boat is just the third full model year to be able to utilize these products.
