completely familiar with the boat, its operation and can
recognize potentially hazardous situations before an ac-
cident occurs.
Failure to comply with safety-related information
and instructions may result in serious injury or
death to you and/or others. Always use common
sense when operating the boat or participating in
any activities associated with the boat, including,
but not limited to, periods of time when the boat en-
gine is shut down and the boat is not in operation.
• Improper operation of the boat is extremely danger-
ous! Operators must read and understand all operat-
ing manuals supplied with the boat, before operation.
• On-board equipment must always conform to the gov-
erning federal, state and local regulations.
• Always attach the engine safety shut-off lanyard to a
part of your clothing (such as a belt loop) when oper-
ating the boat.
Never override or modify the engine safety shut-
off switch in any way.
• Never operate the boat while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
• Never stand or allow passengers to stand in the boat
or sit on the motor box or tower (where equipped)
while underway. You or others may be thrown about
within or from the boat, which could result in serious
injury or death.
• Prior to starting the engine, you must open the engine
box and check the engine compartment and bilge for
gasoline and oil vapors. You must also operate the
blower for at least four (4) minutes. Failure to do so
may result in fire and/or an explosion.
• Never remove or modify any components of the fuel
system. Removal or modification of any component
of the fuel system may cause a hazardous situation
and may void the warranty. The modern MasterCraft
fuel delivery lines are pressurized and attempting to
loosen or remove them may result in the uncontrolled
release of fuel, which can be environmentally hazard-
ous, and may potentially cause injury.
• Never allow any type of spark or open flame on board.
It may result in fire or explosion.
S
kiing and Wakeboarding Safety
Skiers and wakeboarders are obligated to be as aware of
the fundamental 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 and the U.S.W.S.A., when possible.
• Always remember that the majority of water-skiing
and wakeboarding injuries are the result of impacts
with other objects, so always look where you are go-
ing and be aware of what is going on around you.
• Never put your arm, head or any other part of your
body through the handle/bridle of the ski or wake-
boarding line, nor wrap the line around any part of the
body at any time.
• Never ski or wakeboard at night.
• Never ski or wakeboard directly in front of other
boats.
• Folding a tower requires at least two (2) people.
Towers on boats are intended for use for water
skis, wakeboards or recreational towables only.
Use of the tower to tow other boats, kites or for
any other purpose may result in serious injury or
death, and may damage the boat, which will not be
covered by warranty.
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