MasterCraft 2013 XStar, Owner'S Manual

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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 compartment 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 disengaged. Your boat is equipped with
a neutral- start safety switch that will not allow the engine to be
started when in gear.
Starting the Engine
Attach the emergency engine safety switch tether (lanyard) to an
article of your clothing and to the switch.
All models will have a removable ignition key. Its purpose is for
safety and security. The key should be inserted prior to starting an
outing, and removed at the conclusion. This is intended to prevent
theft or unapproved use of the boat.
The process for starting the boat is:
• Insert the key and turn. This turns ON the electrical system and
prompts the battery(ies) to provide power.
• Momentarily press the ENGINE START-STOP button.
STARTING
Before Starting
Familiarize yourself with the controls and indicators used on this
MasterCraft boat. Perform all Safety Checks and Services as de-
scribed in that part of this section of the Owner’s Manual. Also per-
form all Scheduled Maintenance Checks and Services as described
in this Owner’s Manual.
Step 1
Lift the engine cover and inspect the bilge and engine compartment
for any fluid/vapor leakage. MasterCraft recommends lifting the
engine compartment cover for inspection before each use.
Step 2
Check the hull drain plugs. Make sure they are installed and secure.
Step 3
Operate the bilge blower for at least four (4) minutes. Leave the
bilge blower ON through the starting process and until the boat is
on plane.
To prevent a possible explosion, operate the blower for at least
four (4) minutes before starting the engine and always when at idle
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