Fuel Gauge
(All Models)
Fuel gauge readings are only approximate. This gauge is acti
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vated with the ignition switch. The rocking motion of the boat
during normal operation will cause the fuel gauge to fluctuate.
For a more accurate reading, make sure that the boat is level
and there is little or no motion present.
MasterCraft recommends that operators do not run the
boat below a quarter of a tank, except as necessary to return to
shore, and not until the boat has been operated enough times
to develop an understanding of how the fuel gauge readings
relate to the visual inspection of fuel left in the tank. Extend
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ing fuel usage beyond the known capability of the boat may
cause the boat to run out of fuel and may leave you stranded
off-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.
The fuel pick-up system was designed to avoid introducing the
small amount of water and debris that unavoidably accumu
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late in the bottom of the tank. Rather than relying on visual
inspection, you should pay attention to the fuel gauge.
Further, it is not recommended to allow the fuel to fall
below one-quarter of a tank full at any time as it may result
in damage to the fueling system. (See the
Fueling
section of
this Owner’s Manual.)
Allowing the fuel level in the fuel tank to fall below
one-quarter of a tank full may affect the reliability of
the fuel pump or result in damage to the fuel pump,
which is not covered under warranty.
Low Voltage Battery Alarm
(All Models)
In the event that the stereo has been functioning when the
boat is not ON and running, the voltage drain on the battery
(or batteries) may result in difficulties with re-starting the boat.
It may also cause intermittent erroneous or fluctuating gauge
readings. When the voltage level reaches 10.5 volts or below,
the system will shut off the stereo and sound the alarm. Gen
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erally, the appropriate action is to leave the stereo OFF, as well
as disengaging any other peripheral electrical components,
and keying ON the engine. Running the engine at a moderate
rate for several minutes without the additional drain of stereo
and unnecessary electrical equipment will allow the alterna
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tor to recharge the battery or batteries, unless the battery(ies)
have been used to the extent of their life span.
Carbon monoxide is emitted from the engine’s exhaust
system. Never run the engine without proper ventila-
tion. Do not run the engine in a confined space or where
fumes may be trapped. Do not run the engine when the
boat is stationary in calm wind conditions.
Other Alarms
(All Models)
Sensors check the oil pressure, engine and trans
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mission temperatures. If the system detects readings
outside the acceptable range, the system shuts off
the stereo and sounds the alarm for a period of one
(1) minute. This signals the need to return to shore as
soon as possible and seek assistance from your autho
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rized MasterCraft dealer’s service department to diag
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nose and, if necessary, repair the problem.
Hydraulic Steering System
Some models offer a hydraulic steering system as an option. At any time, if
the steering is sluggish, difficult, or shows any signs of not working smoothly
and properly, the boat should immediately be taken to an authorized Master
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Craft dealer for attention. The hydraulic steering system is not accessible to the
consumer for repair or maintenance, all of which should be done by an autho
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rized MasterCraft dealer.
Shift/Throttle Control
(All Models)
With the exception of the MariStar 280 and X-80, a one-hand, single-lever
control operates as both a gear shifter and a throttle. The lever automatically
locks in the neutral position (straight up and down) for safety. The lever can be
moved from neutral only by raising the lifter under the ball knob. Shifting is ac
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complished by moving the lever forward or backward. Center (straight up) is neu
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tral. Moving the lever forward engages the running gear; moving it back from
center puts the drive train into reverse.
Never attempt to shift without the engine running!
During regular warm-up of the engine, it is possible to temporarily increase the
engine RPMs without moving the boat. To accomplish this, push in the button lo
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cated at the bottom of the shift/throttle lever with one hand and pull up the “um
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brella” (aluminum surround below the top of the knob). Move the lever to desired
position and then simultaneously release the button and umbrella. The engine will
run with increased RPMs and can be increased or decreased by moving the lever.
Returning the handle to the neutral position (as shown in illustration above) will
bring the system back to neutral and reduce the engine RPMs to pre-set levels.
This function should be done sparingly. Over-revving the engine for any ex
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tended period can cause undue wear and tear on the engine. Avoid advancing to
wide-open-throttle and holding the RPMs at that level.
In the MariStar 280 and X-80 the boat is equipped with a four-lever control.
The port side lever closest to the driver is the port engine shifter, which allows
the boat to move forward when shifted forward, and backward when shifted aft.
The next lever is the starboard engine shifter and performs the same function. If
both engines are running and the boat is moving, the shifters should be shifted
280, X-80
Other models
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