in oil until after the initial ten (10) hours of operation. At that time, an oil change should be
performed by an authorized MasterCraft service technician/your local MasterCraft dealer.
(Page 9-1)
2:
DO NOT use the ski pylon for lifting. It is NOT designed as a central lifting point. Also, DO NOT use
the stern ski tow as a lifting ring. The deck will be damaged. See the
Storage Cradle
sub-section
of the
Lifting the Boat
section of this Manual. Also never lift a boat with a large amount of
water in the bilge or containing a water-filled device such as a Fat Sac or ballast system. The
extra stress will put an excessive load on the hull and lifting equipment that may seriously
damage the boat and void your warranty.
(Page 12-1)
3:
Continued operation after the warning light has illuminated may cause severe engine damage.
This will void your warranty.
(Page 10-3)
4:
Because of the complexity of preparing your boat for proper winter storage, as well as the
possibility of extreme damage to the engine if a preparation error was made during winter-
ization, MasterCraft recommends that you schedule an appointment with your local MasterCraft
dealer and permit the dealer to perform the winterization procedures.
(Page 18-1)
5:
Add-on equipment may adversely affect the alternator output or overload the electrical system.
Any damage caused as a result will not be covered by, and may void, your warranty.
(Page 16-3)
6:
Ignoring elevated temperatures on a temperature gauge or any other evidence of the engine
operating at temperatures above recommended levels can result in serious damage to the en-
gine. Any resulting damage will not be covered by, and may void, your warranty!
(Page 16-4)
7:
Failure to follow the engine oil recommendation listed in the manual can cause additional
engine wear and increase the possibility of engine component failure. Damage to your engine
due to incorrect oil usage can be costly to repair, and is not covered by your warranty!
(Pages
9-2 and 16-11)
8:
Failure to maintain your coolant at the proper level can cause engine damage. Your warranty will
not cover engine damage due to overheating or any other cause associated with improper
coolant levels.
(Page 16-2)
9:
Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than fifteen (15) seconds without at
least a two (2) minute “cool-down” period. Failure to do so may cause the starter to overheat,
resulting in damage. Failure to release the ignition key after the engine has started may cause
damage to the starter motor and drive.
(Page 10-2)
10:
Damage to the engine by use of low-quality gasoline or gasoline with an octane rating below
the minimum level listed will void the warranty on your boat.
(Page 7-2)
11:
Fuels that are blended to contain methanol or wood alcohol are not to be used in MasterCraft
engines. These fuels can corrode some metal parts in your fuel system and engine. Damage
caused by the use of unapproved fuels is not covered by warranty.
(Page 7-2)
12:
Extended storage with fuel in the system can affect the fuel’s stability and may require system
inspection and fuel filter replacement when the unit is placed back into service.
(Page 7-2)
13:
Lifting slings must never contact shafts, struts or hardware protruding from the hull. Damage
caused by slings will void your warranty.
(Page 12-1)
14:
When your boat is out of the water, it is important to support the hull correctly to avoid any hull
damage that will void your warranty.
(Page 12-1)
15:
Crossing cables or jumper cables can result in damage to the electrical components due to
incorrect battery connections. Such damages are not covered by your warranty.
(Page 16-8)
16:
Attention must be paid to any leakage occurring in the propeller shaft log area. Water intrusion
into the transmission, which can happen if excessive leakage is occurring, can cause serious
damage and void your warranty.
(Page 16-5)
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MASTERCRAFT
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