Specifications

STARTING
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!
BEFORE STARTING
Familiarize yourself with the controls and indicators
used on your MasterCraft boat. Perform all Safety Checks
and Services as described earlier. Perform all Scheduled
Maintenance Checks and Services also.
Step 1: Lift the engine cover and inspect the bilge and
engine compartment for any fluid leakage. We recom-
mend lifting the engine compartment cover for inspec-
tion before each use.
Step 2: Operate the bilge blower for at least four (4)
minutes. Leave the bilge blower ON through the starting
process and until the boat has planed. Check the hull drain
plugs: Make sure they are installed and secure.
To prevent a possible explosion, operate the blower
for at least four (4) minutes before starting the engine
and always when at idle or slow-running speed.
Explosive gasoline and/or battery fumes may be
present in the engine compartment. Failure to do
so may result in serious injury or death!
Before starting the engine, open the engine com-
partment and check for gasoline fumes, fuel and
oil leaks or the presence of fuel or oil in the bilge.
Note: Always start the engine with the control
lever in the neutral position or with the shift disen-
gaged. Your boat is equipped with a neutral-start
safety switch that will not allow the engine to be
started in gear. On EFI engines, if the engine floods, it
can be cleared by pushing the button that is in the
throttle arm and advancing the throttle to full open–
100 percent of its travel–and turning the key switch to
the start position. The ECM shuts off the fuel supply to
the injectors so that no fuel will be delivered during the
AND BASIC OPERATION
cranking cycle. When the engine starts, immedi-
ately return the throttle to the idle position so that
the engine will not over-rev.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Step 1: Attach the emergency engine safety switch
tether (lanyard) between an article of your clothing and
the switch.
Step 2: For normal starting, leave the throttle lever in
neutral. The electronic controls will meter the correct fuel
and air automatically.
Step 3: Turn the key switch to the start position and
hold until the engine starts. Release the key as soon
as the engine starts. If the engine does not start
within 10-15 seconds:
a) Pull out the neutral detent.
b) Advance the throttle lever to wide-open throttle
and crank the engine. When the engine fires, quickly
return the throttle to the idle position.
Do not operate the starter motor continuously
for more than fifteen (15) seconds without at
least a two (2) minute “cool-down” period.
Failure to do so may cause the starter to overheat,
resulting in damage. Failure to release the
ignition key after the engine has started may
cause damage to the starter motor and drive.
2006 MasterCraft Owners Manual–Page 9-1