Specifications
CORROSION
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.
If you operate in salt, polluted or brackish
waters, your boat should be equipped with
a transom-mounted zinc anode to prevent
damage to those metal parts coming in
contact with the water. The zinc is, by
design, self-sacrificing. It is slowly eroded
away by electrolytic action and requires
periodic inspection for deterioration.
If the zinc shows extreme erosion, it
must be replaced to continue protection,
or damage to other metal parts may
result.
SALT WATER CORROSION
Your boat has been designed for
operation in fresh water. If you are operat-
ing temporarily in salt, polluted or brackish
water, you will need to flush with fresh
water. The entire engine cooling system
should be flushed with fresh water for at
least 10 minutes after each use. If you
operate continuously in salt water, the
closed-cooling system option is the recom-
mended application.
MARINE GROWTH
If accelerated marine growth is a
problem in your area, an anti-fouling bottom paint may
be necessary to slow growth while protecting your gel
coat.
Before selecting a bottom paint, talk with other boaters
and your MasterCraft dealer to determine the product that
works best in your area. Many local variables can affect the
selection of paint. Be sure to follow the paint manufacturer’s
directions exactly.
TO THE BOAT
Be sure that all fasteners you use are approved
and rated for marine use. Most fasteners used
on MasterCraft boats are stainless steel or
specially coated to resist corrosion.
Use of improper parts can cause component
or engine failure, which may result
in serious injury or death!
2006 MasterCraft Owners Manual–Page 12-1