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The ski pylon is only to be used to pull skiers. 

DO NOT use 

the ski pylon to hoist the boat. 

Only use the lifting rings for 

this purpose.

NOTE: With use the ski pylon may loosen. Should this occur, 
see your Moomba Dealer for service.

The  use  of  pylon  extensions  can  severely  effect  the 
overall handling of the boat. Follow pylon extension 
manufacturer’s directions for mounting.

DO NOT mount any Pylon Extension on the rear pylon 
(located at the rear).

Summary of Contents for Moomba Craz 2019

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Page 2: ...2018 Skier s Choice Inc 1 WARNING...

Page 3: ..._____________________________________________ Dealership ___________________________________________________ Dealer sPhoneNumber ________________________________________ EngineSerialNumber ___________...

Page 4: ...raz Helix and SmartPlate are trademarks owned by Skier s Choice Inc All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners AutoWake U S Patent Nos 8 798 825 9 689 395 9 828 075 9 873 491 and...

Page 5: ...6 Operating Information 42 Section 7 Starting Operation 47 Section 8 Instrument Panel Controls 51 Section 9 Equipment Options 59 Section 10 Service Maintenance 69 Section 11 Cleaning Care Storage 81...

Page 6: ...safe and pleasurable boating experience All information illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing Moomba may discon...

Page 7: ...trouble free operation of your boat Should service problems arise remember that your Moomba dealer knows your boat best and is interested in your total satisfaction Thank you for purchasing a Moomba b...

Page 8: ...overpowered Weather Conditions Is it safe to go out Electrical Equipment Lights horn pump etc Emergency Gear Fire extinguisher bailer paddle anchor line signaling device tool kit etc Bilge Pump Workin...

Page 9: ...ting Linkage Forward Neutral Reverse Check engine compartment for gasoline vapors Operate blower for four minutes before starting the engine Always operate blower below cruising speed NOTE Please refe...

Page 10: ...t avoided could result in death or serious injury This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in deathorseriousinjury This is limited to the most extreme s...

Page 11: ...ng and safe actions may seem obvious yet every year US Coast Guard statistics give evidence that many peopledisregardsafeboatingpractices Donottakesafetyfor granted Think twice We want all our boat ow...

Page 12: ...22 888 367 8777 www usps org On Line Basic Boating Safety Course www boatsafe com National Marine Manufacturers Association 231 S LaSalle Street Suite 2050 Chicago IL 60604 312 946 6200 www nmma org F...

Page 13: ...he body of water and the length of the trip We suggest the following as a minimum Your Moomba dealer can also assist you with additional recommendations An anchor with at least 75 feet of line A manua...

Page 14: ...gine compartment for gasoline vapors and operate blower for at least four minutes Run blower below cruising speed Leaking fuel is a fire and explosion hazard Inspect system regularly Examine fuel tank...

Page 15: ...the boat Failure to follow this rule could result in the boat capsizing It is the driver s responsibility to ensure all passengers are seated when boat is underway Failuretoadheretothesewarningsmayre...

Page 16: ...rafts mooring and navigational buoys pilings abutments or any other items Always have an experienced driver and observer in the boat when skiing Never ski in shallow water close to shore or in water w...

Page 17: ...scgboating org NMMA National Marine Manufacturers Association 231 S LaSalle St Suite 2050 Chicago IL 60604 312 946 6200 www nmma org American Boat Yacht Council Inc 613 Third St Suite 10 Anapolis MD 2...

Page 18: ...t the boat or exceed boat capacity Use good judgment when using unbalanced weight in your boat Concentrating weight in a rear corner of the boat for wakesurfing puts the top of the deck closer to wate...

Page 19: ...to changes in direction The boat is capable of quick and tight turns Such maneuvers can cause unseated occupants to be thrown around or out of the boat Alert passengers before changes in direction PR...

Page 20: ...2018 Skier s Choice Inc 19 CRAZ CRAZ PRO HELIX MONDO 13 Passengers 16 Passengers 12 Passengers Seating Capacities Each 2019 model is marked below to illustrate designated seating positions...

Page 21: ...2018 Skier s Choice Inc 20 MAX MAKAI MAKAI PRO MOJO 17 Passengers 17 Passengers 18 Passengers...

Page 22: ...oice Inc to request replacement warning decals The decals will be provided free of charge Your boat s serial number located onthetransom mustbeincludedforwarningdecalrequests TYPICAL WARNING LABEL LOC...

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Page 26: ...s imminent put on PFDs grab distress signals and survival gear and immediately abandon ship FIRE Turn off engines generators stoves and blowers Extinguish smoking materials Fixed fire suppression syst...

Page 27: ...k for injuries Inspect structural damage Reduce flooding Signal for help STAY WITH THE BOAT GROUNDING Action depends on how hard the boat hits bottom and whether the boat remains stranded If it is a s...

Page 28: ...that is waters are calm disabled boat is small and one or both skippers know correct technique should a recreational boat tow another TOWING continued Towing Vessel Be sure your boat will not run agro...

Page 29: ...he victim Keep person overboard on helm side so operator has the person constantly in sight Approach from downwind and move alongside into the wind for pickup When almost alongside stop the engine in...

Page 30: ...ingaid VHF FMradioistheprimarymeans of short range communication Single sideband radio SSB is used for longer range communication VHF FMChannel16andSSB2182kHzaredesignatedforemergency use Such situati...

Page 31: ...esignalsfornightuse Some pyrotechnic signals such as red flares meet both day and night use requirements Store pyrotechnic signals in a cool dry location An orange or red watertight container prominen...

Page 32: ...way or burdened vessel These rules determine which vessel has the right of way and accordingly what each vessel should do Thevesselwiththeright of wayhasthedutytocontinueits course and speed except to...

Page 33: ...ou are the boat in the center you should give right of way to all vessels shown in the white area In this instance you are the give way vessel All vessels in the shaded area must yield to you as you a...

Page 34: ...by another vessel you should maintain your speed and direction so that the other vessel can steer itself around you There are three other rules to always remember when driving your boat around other...

Page 35: ...rs numbers and lights to show which side of the buoy a boater should pass when navigating in a particular direction Themarkingsonthesebuoysareorientedfromtheperspective of being entered from seaward w...

Page 36: ...2018 Skier s Choice Inc 35 BUOYS MARKERS...

Page 37: ...l Width w Trailer 102 2 59M Draft 26 0 67M Weight Boat Only 4 000 lbs 1 814K Weight Boat Trailer 4 900 lbs 2 222K Height On Trailer W Tower Up 120 Height On Trailer W Tower Down 90 Capacity Passenger...

Page 38: ...2 59M Draft 25 64M Weight Boat Only 3 900 lbs 1 769K Weight Boat Trailer 4 800 lbs 2 177K Height On Trailer W Tower Up 118 Height On Trailer W Tower Down 89 Capacity Passenger 13 13 Capacity 2 000 lbs...

Page 39: ...Width w Trailer 102 2 59M Draft 27 5 64M Weight Boat Only 4 200 lbs 1 905K Weight Boat Trailer 5 400 lbs 2 450K Height On Trailer W Tower Up 123 Height On Trailer W Tower Down 94 Capacity Passenger 16...

Page 40: ...idth w Trailer 102 2 59M Draft 27 5 0 70M Weight Boat Only 4 500 lbs 2 041K Weight Boat Trailer 5 700 lbs 2 585K Height On Trailer W Tower Up 128 Height On Trailer W Tower Down 98 Capacity Passenger 1...

Page 41: ...ll Width w Trailer 102 2 59M Draft 27 5 0 70M Weight Boat Only 4 400 lbs 1 996K Weight Boat Trailer 5 600 lbs 2 540K Height On Trailer W Tower Up 123 Height On Trailer W Tower Down 94 Capacity Passeng...

Page 42: ...Weight Boat Trailer 6 400 lbs 2902K Height On Trailer W Tower Up 128 Height On Trailer W Tower Down 99 Capacity Passenger 18 18 Capacity 2 500 lbs 1 133K Capacity Fuel 60 gals 185L Capacity Ballast St...

Page 43: ...K IN process engine temperature should be carefullymonitoredandspeedshouldbereducedifoverheating is evident ALSO PLEASE REFER TO ENGINE OWNER S MANUAL FOR BREAK IN INFORMATION NOTICE PLEASE REFER TO E...

Page 44: ...r should be added to the fuel tank when the boat is used infrequently or whenever your boat will not be used for two weeks or more During storage always add gasoline stabilizer to reduce gumming or ta...

Page 45: ...system allows for the tank to be filled without building any back pressure Without back pressure spillage should be completely eliminated from the fueling process Thisventingsystemdoesn tallowwatertoe...

Page 46: ...This style filter system is considered a lifetime filter under normal circumstances The pump in tank fuel delivery system uses the fuel to lubricate and cool the fuel pumps Running the pumps with very...

Page 47: ...L INJECTED ENGINE AS AUTHORIZED BY U S COAST GUARD GRANT OF EXEMPTION CGB 09 003 MAINTENANCE OF THE FUEL SYSTEM IN THIS BOAT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY EXPERIENCED TECHNICIANS USING IDENTICAL FUEL SY...

Page 48: ...ration of your boat REFER TO THE BOATMAN S CHECKLIST OF THIS MANUAL LOCATED IN THE GLOVEBOX OF YOUR BOAT Consult the local Coast Guard Auxiliary or Power Squadron for full details on boating safety NO...

Page 49: ...p NOTE It is normal for the idle to speed up in cold start conditions CENTER DRAIN PLUG V DRIVE MODELS The center drain plug is accessed via the access cover in the center floor panel It is extremely...

Page 50: ...sh a good idle 30 to 60 seconds Return the throttle to idle position and the transmission lockout will automatically reengage the transmission in neutral position When ready to get underway shift slow...

Page 51: ...lows the transmission to be disengaged while giving the throttle full operating range With the lever in the idleposition normallyvertical push the button located at the bottom of the lever to disengag...

Page 52: ...EEDOMETER PICKUP The speedometer pickup is located on the bottom of the hull The pickup measures the speed of water passing the paddlewheel Poor water conditions or foreign material may clog the picku...

Page 53: ...N OFF LIGHTS NAVIGATION ANCHOR ACC ACC ACC ACC ACC ACC PANEL SWITCHES ACC ACC ACC LEFT BALLAST FILL EMPTY ACC FRONT BALLAST FILL EMPTY ACC RIGHT BALLAST FILL EMPTY ACC BILGE MANUAL AUTO ACC Surf Right...

Page 54: ...power to the lighting throughout the boat NAVIGATION LIGHTS SWITCH The Navigation Light switch supplies power to the Bow Light the Stern Light and the Pole Light Operation Refer to Illustration Below...

Page 55: ...nyard Engine Shut Off switch In order for the engine to run the plastic tip of the safety lanyard must be attached to the switch If the clip is removed from the switch the engine will not run Note Ext...

Page 56: ...of range a trouble code is set and the light will come on If the light does comes on stop using the boat and contact an authorized Indmar or Skier s Choice Service Center TILT STEERING Tilt steering m...

Page 57: ...ing out of slip One Short Blast Pass on my Port Side Two Short Blasts Pass on my Starboard Side Three Short Blasts Engines in Reverse Four or More Blasts Danger Signal 1 OVERTAKING PASSING Boat being...

Page 58: ...e 3 Impeller wornCheck ballast power wires at the PDM Check power to all areas Check 60 amp ballast breaker at the engine compartment Check ballast power wires at the PDM 1 Open ball valves 2 Check ho...

Page 59: ...2018 Skier s Choice Inc 58 fill pumps will shut off when fill sensors detect the ballast bag is full...

Page 60: ...rward and down Section 9 Equipment Options Be careful of the articulating hinge Do not place fingers or other objects in the hinge mechanism during use The driver s seat may be adjusted forward or bac...

Page 61: ...at Only use the lifting rings for this purpose NOTE Withusetheskipylonmayloosen Shouldthisoccur see your Moomba Dealer for service The use of pylon extensions can severely effect the overall handling...

Page 62: ...e Inc 61 V DRIVE ENGINE COMPARTMENT To access the engine compartment pull to raise the center sun deck lid When the ski lockers and engine compartment lids are closed the upholstered lids double as a...

Page 63: ...two on port side two on starboard side The fold assist feature make it easier to raise or lower the tower two individuals working together is recommended The Moomba A3 towing tower is NOT intended to...

Page 64: ...Coast Guard approved fire extinguisher is provided on all Moomba boats The fire extinguisher is located on the port side behind the observer s seatback Refer to label instructions for use The optional...

Page 65: ...the port side To replace the bulb remove Phillips screw to lift cover Some Moomba models use LED forward lights These lights do not have replaceable bulbs BOW EYE The bow eye is located at the front...

Page 66: ...ings should be the only point of attachment for lifting cables See Hoisting Instructions The ski platform is attached to the boat with detachable brackets The platform may be removed from the boat by...

Page 67: ...bon monoxide will cause brain damage or death STANDARD PLATFORM PROPELLER The product development team at Skier s Choice has carefully explored and tested many different propellers and pitch angles fo...

Page 68: ...near the boat to avoid injury from the prop NOTE Undernocircumstancesshouldapropellerwhichallowsthe engine to surpass recommended RPMs be installed Avoid engine damage do not exceed the Max RPM as li...

Page 69: ...RIM SWITCH AND WAKEPLATE TheWakeplate switch controls the position of the center trim tab wakeplate The down position raises the stern of the boat and lowers the bow The wakeplate helps shape the wake...

Page 70: ...This will keep water from gathering in the center which can damage the cover Pull the draw cord equally from both sides and tie off to the lifting eyes on the stern Place hangtyte rope overtower ski p...

Page 71: ...er owner s manual for more information Using a stereo amplifier without the boat engine running may drain the battery to the point where the boat will not restart Thisconditionmayhappenveryquickly dep...

Page 72: ...ring before reattaching the sight cup to the inlet The optional Engine Strainer and Fresh Water Flush kit has a valve specifically designed to allow you to attach a garden hose to your engine water i...

Page 73: ...ource To use the heater simply turn the heater switch to the selected fan speed In order for the heater to work the engine must be at operating temperature One of the features of the heater are the sn...

Page 74: ...can provide the cranking Amps needed to start your motor and also has an Amp hour discharge rating so it can handle low electrical draw down cycle Your Moomba electrical system is negative ground The...

Page 75: ...dash components and engine The stereo memory and bilge pump power will not be terminated by selecting the off position on the battery switch CAUTION Do not turn the selector switch to the Off position...

Page 76: ...difficulties keeping both batteries charged simultaneously It also creates a ground differentiation which in turn will create issues with sensitive electrical components such as the dash screen The o...

Page 77: ...e time and couldleaveyoustrandedduetoweakbatteries NOTE It is recommended that you fully recharge your batteries using a battery charger periodically or after a period of high discharge running many a...

Page 78: ...g normal battery operation and charging Sparks or flames near the battery vent openings can cause the mixture to ignite and explode Sulfuricacidinthebatterycancauseseriousburns Ifspilled on skin or in...

Page 79: ...er SERVICE MAINTENANCE For your convenience a maintenance chart has been included in this manual The chart indicates when to perform safety checks lubrication and general service to the boat Engine ho...

Page 80: ...ice Inc 79 BODY LUBRICATION Normal use of your Moomba causes metal to metal movement at some parts in the boat The driver seat track should be lubricated with a water resistant chassis lubricant such...

Page 81: ...y from the prop rotation PROPELLER WARNING V DRIVE LOCATION The fluid level can be checked by using the oil level dipstick which is located on top of the V Drive transmission This unit s located under...

Page 82: ...elcoat Neveruseacetone or ketone solvents to clean your boat finish WASHING YOUR MOOMBA The easiest way to preserve the beauty of your boat is to keep it clean byfrequentwashing Washtheboatwithlukewar...

Page 83: ...ll removable cushions out about an inch to allow air to circulate behind If cushions are wet turn them up at an angle as shown above to promote drying Improper drying of your cushions can attract mold...

Page 84: ...ing vinyl care WET SLIPPING BOATS In the event of large storms boats in wet slips are more likely to be damaged If you do not use the boat often the battery can go dead from pumping out water Theboatm...

Page 85: ...ean the boat inside and out Inspect the hull for any residue or algae growth and remove if required Clean the bilge area thoroughly and operate the bilge pump to remove any water from the bilge hose W...

Page 86: ...g In addition to having your boat professionally summerized the following list of tasks should be done to ensure a successful start to your boating season SUMMERIZATION Whenlaunchingtheboatforthefirst...

Page 87: ...a horizontal lifting bar only Never attempt to lift the boat by means of a cable sling from bow to stern lifting eyes Hoist operator should slowly and smoothly lift the boat without jerking to avoid...

Page 88: ...correcthoistingmayinvalidatethewarrantyontheboat Use only a proper sized sling in the designated lifting rings to hoist the boat NOTE For boat houses or other applications where the boat will be lifte...

Page 89: ...of the transom below the rub rail IDENTIFICATION NUMBER HEATER FUSE Section 13 Technical Information Z Z d D dD d W dD W dD dD dD D D y WdZ dD dD W Z Z E W Z Z E Z Z E W s Z h K K W d W D h Z W D W D...

Page 90: ...r the battery To turn off the power to the dash manually press the red button and the circuit breaker reset lever will flip down and the power to the dash circuit will be shut off To reset the breaker...

Page 91: ...ed especiallyfortheboatwithyourconvenienceinmind Pleasebe surethatyouhaveanappropriatetowvehiclebeforeattempting to trailer your boat Your vehicle must be capable of towing 4 500 6 000 lbs depending o...

Page 92: ...fenders or lights 2 Always verify that the winch hook is securely in the bow eye the strap is tight and the winch handle locked in place before trailering 3 Check the recommended pressure displayed o...

Page 93: ...allweightisoffthetrailerjack pullthejacklockpinandrotate the jack to the horizontal position and re lock the pin 5 Attach the safety cables to the tow vehicle hitch Cross the cables and wrap them arou...

Page 94: ...unlatch Bow Eye Hook to ensure the boat will release from the trailer 6 With engine idling center the steering wheel engage the transmissionintoreverse pullbackonlever theneaseback on the throttle NOT...

Page 95: ...r you may damage the boat Varying ramp angles require different procedures In general the steeper the ramp the more shallow the trailer should be positioned in the water Your local dealer can help you...

Page 96: ...95 Whenpullingtheboatontothetrailer besurethatitiscentered on the trailer TRAILER ALIGNMENT The distance between the boat and the wheel runner board should be about equal on both sides CORRECT ALIGNM...

Page 97: ...LIEDWARRANTIESTHAT CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITEDTO IMPLIEDWARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF T...

Page 98: ...ect to the following conditions 1 the sale or conveyance by the First Owner occurs within five years after the Original Purchase Date 2 an Authorized Moomba Dealer inspects the Covered Boat within 14...

Page 99: ...e negligence collision allision accident or delay in repair 6 Damage caused by fire theft freezing vandalism explosion lightning wind hail storms flooding natural disasters or Acts of God 7 Equipment...

Page 100: ...al or otherwise SOLE REMEDY THESOLEANDEXCLUSIVEREMEDYOFTHEFIRSTOWNERAND IFAPPLICABLE THESECONDOWNER ISTHEREPAIRORREPLACEMENT ATTHEOPTIONOFSKIER SCHOICE OF THE DEFECTIVE COVERED COMPONENT PARTS OF A CO...

Page 101: ...uired by law by an Authorized Moomba Dealer or if necessary the Skier s Choice factory Covered Components replaced or repaired pursuant to this Limited Warranty shall not extend the original Warranty...

Page 102: ...LLOW THE APPLICABLE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY TO BE REDUCED SO THIS PROVISION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU This LimitedWarranty shall be modified in its application and enforcement to the...

Page 103: ...control system is warranted for two years If any evaporative emission related part on your SIMW is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by Skier s Choice Inc OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILIT...

Page 104: ...el fill T fitting inlet control valve shield fuel hose clamps and other associated evaporative emissions control system components NOTE Authority cited Sections 39600 39601 43212 and 43013 Health and...

Page 105: ...aler should provide the buyer with an adequate orientation in the general operation of the boat and review all systems and accessories included with the boat 2 The Dealer should deliver a complete own...

Page 106: ...roblem and all action taken documented by the Dealer then contact the factory Customer Service Representative at Skier s Choice Inc Skier s Choice Inc 1717 Henry G Lane Street Maryville TN 37801 Toll...

Page 107: ...ledgeable and responsible driver is the most important safety device on any watercraft Never operate a watercraft ski or ride under the influence of alcohol or drugs Only use water ballast and people...

Page 108: ...ing Refer to you watercraft manual for instructions on proper tow rope attachment Always keep people and tow ropes away from the propeller even when idling If a tow rope should become entangled in a p...

Page 109: ...ury Never make sharp turns that may cause a slingshot effect on the skier rider s speed Skier Rider should be towed at an appropriate speed for their ability level Fallen skier or rider Falling and in...

Page 110: ...or ride in shallow water near shore docks pilings swimmers or other watercraft Always have a person other than the boat driver as an observer and agree on hand signals before starting Always wear a U...

Page 111: ...nnessee and distributed throughout the United States and the world Be sure to read and understand all aspects of Boating Safety and Operation before using your boat If you have questions your dealer c...

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