MasterCraft 2013 XStar, Owner'S Manual

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RUNNING AGROUND OR STRIKING
UNDERWATER OBJECTS
Ascertain whether there is damage to the hull. If water can be
stopped from entering the boat, cautiously return to dock. Have
the boat checked out by your authorized MasterCraft dealer to be
certain that the hull has not been weakened. Even if water does not
intrude initially, difficulties may occur later.
If water is entering the boat after running aground or striking an
underwater object, call or signal for assistance. Abandon ship, if
necessary. Do not attempt to out-run a significant leak, as it can be
difficult to estimate how long it will take for enough water to intrude
and sink the boat.
IN-WATER ACTIVITIES SAFETY
Individuals in the water are obligated to be as aware of the funda-
mental safety rules as operators. If you are new to water sports,
you should seek certified training before starting. You may find it
especially helpful to join a local water-sports club, if available, and
the U.S.W.S.A. (United States Water Skiing Association).
Remember that the majority of in-water injuries are the result of
impacts with other objects, so always look where you are going, and
be aware of what is going on around you.
PROPELLER(S) MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Shut off the engine(s) when near persons in the water, prior
to using sunpads, the swim platform or the boarding ladder.
• Never put your arm, head or any other part of your body through
the handle/bridle of the ski or wakeboarding line. Never wrap the
line around any part of the body at any time.
• Never ski, wakeboard, wake surf or engage in tubing at night.
• Never ski, wakeboard, wake surf or engage in tubing directly in
front of other boats.
• Never follow another boat pulling a rider or tuber. The person may
fall and could make it necessary to take immediate evasive mea-
sures. This is an unsafe from of operation that should be avoided.
• When adding accessories to the tower, ensure that the total ag-
gregate weight of the accessories does not exceed 85 lbs. (U.S.).
Exceeding the limit may result in structural failure of the tower.
MasterCraft strongly encourages the use of MasterCraft towers
and accessories only as they have been tested and determined
to meet product requirements, including weight.
Towers should never have a total aggregate weight of accessories
exceeding 85 lbs. (U.S.). Excessive weight can cause tower failure
and the collapse of a tower or the disconnection of the tower from
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