MasterCraft prostar 190 2011, Owner'S Manual

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Upper left: FM-200
left: FE-241
extinguishers. The dry chemical fire extinguisher is optional equipment, which is not automatically included
in your boat from the factory, but it can be ordered from MasterCraft with your boat and can also be pur-
chased from an authorized MasterCraft dealer.
If any of the fire suppression system canisters on board your boat are discharged (whether a canister in
an automatic system or a portable fire extinguisher), then they must be replaced. The automatic fire suppres-
sion system available on all V-drive and CSX 265 models has an indicator light at the helm that will be green
if the system is fully charged and will be red if the automatic fire suppression system has been discharged.
If the clean agent canister associated with the automatic fire suppression system or the clean agent canister
used in connection with a fire port has been discharged, then you must contact your authorized MasterCraft
dealer to obtain a replacement for the clean agent type of canister. If the dry chemical fire extinguisher has
been discharged, then you may purchase a replacement five-pound dry chemical fire extinguisher that is rated
for Type A, B and C fires from an authorized MasterCraft dealer or from another source.
Fire extinguishers require periodic maintenance. Monthly, each fire extinguisher on your boat should be ex-
amined to be sure that the seals and tamper indicators are not broken or missing. The pressure gauges or indica-
tors, if applicable, should read in the operable range. There should be no obvious physical damage, rust, corrosion,
leakage or clogged nozzles. Additionally, if the extinguisher has not been used, it should be weighed annually to
assure that the minimum weight as stated on the label still exists. Any fire extinguisher that has been partially
emptied must be replaced or taken to a qualified fire extinguisher servicing company for recharging.
Fire Suppression and Extinguishing (All V-Drives)
Automatic Fire Suppression
All MasterCraft V-drives are equipped with an automatic fire suppression system. The automatic
system operates from sensors in the engine room and will automatically release a clean-agent,
gaseous chemical that does not leave residue behind. In boats sold domestically, this is the FE-241
system; internationally, it is the FM-200 system.
It is also possible to activate the system manually. Pull the pin shown in the photo below with the
red tag , and then pull the red fire handle to set the system in operation.
In case of an engine compartment fire, shut down the engine and blowers before manual dis-
charge, or immediately following the automatic discharge. Boats are equipped with a discharge
indication light at the instrument panel.
After the suppression system has been used, the fire extinguisher canister will be empty. The
boat owner/operator should have the canister replaced as soon as practicable.
V-drive boats have also been specified to carry a hand-held 2.5 lb. monoammonium phos-
phate expellant (dry chemical) unit, which is rated Class A (trash, wood and paper), Class B (UL
Approved) and Class C (energized electrical equipment). These units should be used in situations
other than engine compartment fires.
The 280V, X-80, and CSX 265 models are specified to have two (2) of the dry chemical, hand-
held extinguishers on-board; all other V-drives are specified for one (1) dry chemical, hand-held
extinguisher. This is in addition to the suppression system in the engine compartment.
Hand-held units should be replaced or recharged as soon as possible after use. Chemical dis-
charge should be cleaned from all surfaces as soon as possible and prior to running the boat again,
unless operation is necessary to return to shore.
The boat should never be operated following a fire until after a determination has been made whether
operation may result in another fire. If any danger of an additional fire exists, the boat should be towed to
shore or dock rather than running the engine(s).
Consumers who choose to purchase fire control equipment from resources other than MasterCraft must
follow the instructions and requirements as listed within the engine compartment regarding suitability for
the compartment volume. These standards are established by the ABYC.
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Following the activation of the automatic fire suppression system or a hand-held fire extin-
guisher, a careful determination should be made as to whether the boat can safely be oper-
ated. If there is any doubt or concern whatsoever, the boat should be towed to shore and/or
dock for service by an authorized MasterCraft dealer prior to operating again. Failure to follow
these instructions could result in death or serious injury/illness.
Fire Suppression and Extinguishing (ProStar 190, ProStar 197, X-7, ProStar 214 direct drive, X-14 direct drive,
220 CSX)
These models are specified for two (2) fire extinguishers, both to be held in the void beneath the ob-
server’s seat or under the helm on the 220 CSX. One unit is a hand-held 2.5 lb. monoammonium phosphate