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2012 

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prostar

v-series

x-series

saltwater series

World Headquarters

MasterCraft Boat Company

100 Cherokee Cove Drive

Vonore TN 37885 U.S.A.

423•884•2221

423•884•2295 fax

www.mastercraft.com

Summary of Contents for 200V

Page 1: ...2012 owner s manual prostar v series x series saltwater series World Headquarters MasterCraft Boat Company 100 Cherokee Cove Drive VonoreTN 37885 U S A 423 884 2221 423 884 2295 fax www mastercraft com ...

Page 2: ...t notice in specifications and models and also to discontinue models We also reserve the right to change speci fications parts or accessories at any time without incurring any obligation to equip the same on models manufactured before the date of the change MasterCraft recom mends checking www mastercraft com peri odically specifically the Knowledge Center for updates and additional information Du...

Page 3: ... warnings and cautions within the context in which they are presented by reading and reviewing those sections 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 pe riods of time when the b...

Page 4: ...ry or death to you and or others Page 1 7 Carbon monoxide is emitted from the engine s exhaust system Nev er run the engine without proper ventilation Do not run the engine in a confined space or where fumes may be trapped Do not run the en gine when the boat is stationary in calm wind conditions Page 2 35 Carbon monoxide is emitted from the engine s exhaust system Nev er run the engine without pr...

Page 5: ...er Because the boat will be in gear and will move during the process even after mastering the maneuver boat operators should synchronize engines only on bodies of water of sufficient size to ac complish the maneuver without making contact with other vessels or with inanimate objects which could cause serious bodily injury or significant damage to the boat Page 2 34 Ski wakeboard rope should never ...

Page 6: ...dations listed in the engine manual can cause additional engine wear and increase the possibility of engine component failure Damage to the engine due to incorrect oil usage can be costly to repair and is not covered by the warranty Page 3 5 Allowing the fuel level in the fuel tank to fall below one quarter of a tank full may affect the reliability of the fuel pump or result in damage to the fuel ...

Page 7: ...MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Page vi ...

Page 8: ...tar 197 X 7 2 4 ProStar 214 X 14 2 6 ProStar 214 X 14V Drive 2 8 X 1 2 10 200V X 2 2 12 215V X 15 2 14 225V X 25 2 16 235V X 35 2 18 245V X 45 2 20 255V X 55 2 22 X Star 2 24 280V X 80 2 26 Measurements 2 28 Electronic Instrumentation 2 29 Controls Common to Most Models 2 30 Introduction 2 30 Manual and Automatic Bilge Pump Switch 2 30 Blower Switch 2 30 Circuit Breakers 2 30 Dual Battery Operatio...

Page 9: ...Prevention 4 3 Galvanic Corrosion 4 3 SaltWater Corrosion 4 3 Marine Growth 4 3 Stainless Steel and Chrome 4 3 Cleaning the Boat 4 4 Hull 4 4 Carpet 4 4 TeakWood 4 4 Fiberglass Swim Platform 4 5 Windshield 4 5 Canvas Covers 4 6 Enclosed Head 4 7 Slick Boot 4 7 Upholstery 4 8 Additional Upholstery Cleaning Information 4 8 Recommended Products 4 8 Non Recommended Products 4 8 MasterCraft Boat Care P...

Page 10: ...ent 4 20 General Power Package Preparation 4 21 OtherWinterization Preparations 4 21 Ballast System Preparations 4 22 Re Activating the Boat After Storage 4 22 Propeller Maintenance 4 23 Checking Repairing Propellers 4 23 Changing Propellers 4 23 Guide toTroubleshooting 4 24 Warranty 5 1 LimitedWarranty Statement 5 2 Warranty Registration andTransfer 5 6 Service Log 5 7 Index 5 8 MasterCraft 2012 ...

Page 11: ...MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Page x ...

Page 12: ...Safety Knowledge ...

Page 13: ...r your warranty void Remember Always use common sense when operating servicing or repairing the boat Observing the safety recommendations found in thisOwner s Manual is critical to keeping your boating experience as safe as possible during routine opera tion Your failure to do so may result in severe personal injury or death to you and or others Use caution and common sense when operating your boa...

Page 14: ...ur boat should be examined 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 obviousphysicaldamage rust corrosion leakageorcloggednozzles Addi tionally iftheextinguisherhasnotbeenused itshouldbeweighedannually toassurethattheminimumweightasstatedonthelabelstillexists Anyfir...

Page 15: ...may result in extensive damage or even sinking of the boat and or serious injury or death to peo ple on board Shut down the engine and blow ers Continuously discharge the en tire contents of the FE 241 fire suppression unit through the fire port immediately Fire Port On these models the engine compartment is equipped with a fire port on the side of the engine box In the event of a fire insert the ...

Page 16: ...iceable condition and readily accessible This means that They are marked with an expiration date Expired signals may be carried as extra equipment but cannot be counted toward meet ing the visual distress signal requirement since they may be unre liable If pyrotechnic devices are selected a minimum of three are re quired That is three signals for day use and three signals for night Some pyrotechni...

Page 17: ...abandoned lost stolen or recovered or if the certificate of number is lost destroyed or the owner s address changed If the certificate of number becomes invalid for any reason it must be surrendered in the manner prescribed to the issuing authority within 15 days Operator s License Some states are implementing opera tor s license requirements These require ments vary widely Whether operating a boa...

Page 18: ...ts club if available and theU S W S A UnitedStates Water SkiingAssociation Always remember that the majority of water skiing and wakeboard ing injuries are the result of impacts with other objects so always look where you are going 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 wakeboarding line nor wrap th...

Page 19: ...t all times to avoid collisions Keep an eye out for changing weather conditions and respond accordingly Know and practice the navigational rules Know and obey all federal and state regulations and operate the boat properly around all waterway markers Maintain a clear unobstructed view at all times especially forward Scan the water and avoid tunnel vision Many boating collisions are caused by inatt...

Page 20: ...vailable from television radio localnewspaper onlineorfromaweatherchannelonaVHFradio At certain times of the year weather can change rapidly and boaters should always keep an eye out for weather condi tions While boating pay attention to the following Weather changes generally come from the west Watch for cloud build up especially rapid vertically rising clouds Sudden drop in temperature Sudden ch...

Page 21: ...temperature If a boat capsizes it will likely float on or just below the surface To reduce the effects of hypothermia get in or on the boat Try to get as much of your body out of the water as possible If you can t get in the boat a PFD will enable you to keep your head out of the water This is very important because about 50 percent of body heat loss is from the head It may be possible to revive a...

Page 22: ...provide an immediate GPS posi tion in the information passed to the RCC Geostationary satellites make detection almost immediate If the EPIRB does not have the ability to provide a GPS position the process to determine a position takes about an hour on average and almost always less than two hours Satellite EPIRBs also include a homing beacon and strobe to help rescue forces quickly locate the dis...

Page 23: ...ing slow speed operations STAY AWAY from these exhaust vent areas which are located at the stern of the boat and DO NOT swim or engage in any watersports or other activities in or near the stern area of the boat including without limitation the swim platform and the rear sun deck when the engine is in operation Under no circumstances should the owner and or operator allow persons to hold onto the ...

Page 24: ... warranty Some things such as avoiding stationary ob jects are obvious However even less obvious activities can cause damage to a boat no matter how well built For example while a beach or shoreline may seem soft while walking on it running a boat up onto shore may result in significant scratches in the fiberglass fin ish The causes of many kinds of damage are usually quite obvious to trained serv...

Page 25: ... way and accordingly what each vessel should do The vessel with the right of way has the duty to continue its course and speed except to avoid an im mediate collision When you maintain your direction and speed the other vessel will be able to determine how best to avoid you The vessel that does not have the right of way has the duty to take positive and timely action to stay out of the way of the ...

Page 26: ...ss of position but these vessels cannot impede the passage of other vessels in narrow channels The General Prudential Rule This rule is called Rule 2 in the International Rules and says In obeying and construing these rules due regard shall be had to all dangers of navigation and collision and to any special circumstances which may render a departure from the above rules necessary in order to avoi...

Page 27: ...MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Safety Knowledge Page 1 16 ...

Page 28: ...Guide to Individual Models ...

Page 29: ...ProStar 190 MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 2 ...

Page 30: ...it breaker panel on kick panel beneath instrument panel Instrument panel details elsewhere in this section Subwoofer where equipped Steering wheel Shift throttle control Engine compartment Rear Ballast System fill where equipped Stern light receptacle if equipped with tower the light will be in center aft of tower Stern cleat Ballast thru hull vent Shower wand switch Slick Boot wand switch where e...

Page 31: ...ProStar 197 X 7 MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 4 ...

Page 32: ...ter beneath swim platform Bow filler cushion where equipped Folding walk thru seat Built in cooler Bilge thru hull outlet Adjustable mirror Bow cleat Circuit breaker panel on kick panel beneath instrument panel Instrument panel details elsewhere in this section Subwoofer where equipped Steering wheel Shift throttle control Engine compartment Rear Ballast System fill where equipped Stern light rece...

Page 33: ...ProStar 214 X 14 MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 6 ...

Page 34: ... tow eye Transom drain plug center beneath swim platform Bilge thru hull outlet Ballast thru hull vent Bow cleat Adjustable mirror Circuit breaker panel on kick panel beneath instrument panel Instrument panel details elsewhere in this section Steering wheel Shift throttle control Subwoofer where equipped Engine compartment Ballast thru hull vent Stern cleat Fuel tank filler Stern light receptacle ...

Page 35: ...ProStar 214V X 14V MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 8 ...

Page 36: ...ath swim platform Bilge thru hull outlet Ballast thru hull vent Bow cleat Adjustable mirror Circuit breaker panel on kick panel beneath instrument panel Instrument panel details elsewhere in this section Steering wheel Shift throttle control Fire suppression unit manual override Subwoofer where equipped Cooler located under seat Engine compartment Ballast thru hull pump out Fuel tank filler Automa...

Page 37: ...MasterCraft X 1 MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 10 ...

Page 38: ...leat Swim platform Transom rail with tow eye Transom drain plug center beneath swim platform Bilge thru hull outlet Ballast thru hull vent Bow cleat Adjustable mirror Circuit breaker panel on kick panel beneath instrument panel Instrument panel details elsewhere in this section Subwoofer Fire suppression unit manual override Steering wheel Shift throttle control Ski pylon Fuel tank filler Automati...

Page 39: ...200V X 2 MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 12 ...

Page 40: ... plate Bow cleat Ballast tank beneath floorboard Bilge thru hull outlet Ballast thru hull vent Adjustable mirror Circuit breaker panel on kick panel beneath instrument panel Instrument panel details elsewhere in this section Nav anchor light Armrest stereo remote Steering wheel Shift throttle control Heated seat where equipped Fire suppression unit manual override Subwoofer Automatic fire extingui...

Page 41: ...215V X 15 MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 14 ...

Page 42: ... breaker panel on kick panel beneath instrument panel Instrument panel details elsewhere in this section Steering wheel Armrest stereo remote Shift throttle control Fire suppression unit manual override Heated seat where equipped Subwoofer where equipped Cooler under seat Fuel tank filler Bilge thru hull vent Stern cleat Automatic fire extinguisher Engine compartment exhaust Engine compartment Sho...

Page 43: ...225V X 25 MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 16 ...

Page 44: ...rm Under platform ladder where equipped Anchor locker Ballast tank located beneath floorboard Bow cleat Horn Bilge thru hull outlet Ballast thru hull vent Folding armrest in bow backs Lifting bow backs Adjustable mirror Navigation light Circuit breaker panel on kick panel beneath instrument panel Instrument panel details elsewhere in this section Steering wheel Shift throttle control Heated seat w...

Page 45: ...235V X 35 MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 18 ...

Page 46: ...nsom drain plug center beneath swim platform Under platform ladder where equipped Wake adjustment plate where equipped Bow cleat Anchor Ladder where equipped Ballast tank beneath floorboard Adjustable mirror Nav anchor light Circuit breaker panel on kick panel beneath instrument panel Instrument panel details elsewhere in this section Fire suppression unit manual override Steering wheel Shift thro...

Page 47: ...245V X 45 MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 20 ...

Page 48: ...latform ladder where equipped Underwater lights two where equipped Bow cleat Anchor Ladder where equipped Ballast tank beneath floorboard Bilge thru hull outlet Ballast thru hull vent Adjustable mirror Horn Circuit breaker panel on kick panel beneath instrument panel Nav anchor light Instrument panel details elsewhere in this section Fire suppression unit manual override Midship cleat Steering whe...

Page 49: ...255V X 55 MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 22 ...

Page 50: ...ake adjustment plate under swim platform where equipped Swim platform Transom rail with tow eye Transom drain plug center beneath swim platform Under platform ladder where equipped Anchor Ladder where equipped Bow cleat Horn Ballast tank beneath floorboard Amp standard equipment Holding tank pump out Adjustable mirror Nav anchor light Circuit breaker panel on kick panel beneath instrument panel In...

Page 51: ...X Star MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 24 ...

Page 52: ...Engine exhaust Bow cleat Anchor Ladder Ballast tank beneath floorboard Bilge thru hull outlet Ballast thru hull vent Fuel tank filler Adjustable mirror Circuit breaker panel on kick panel behind access panel Instrument panel details elsewhere in this section Nav anchor light Steering wheel Armrest stereo remote Shift throttle control Fire suppression unit manual override Midship cleat Heated seat ...

Page 53: ...280 X 80 MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Guide to Individual Models Page 2 26 ...

Page 54: ...tform Transom drain plug center beneath swim platform Under platform ladder where equipped Anchor Ladder where equipped Bow cleat Ballast tank beneath floorboard Adjustable mirror Circuit break panel on kick panel beneath instrument panel Nav anchor light Instrument panel details elsewhere in this section Fire suppression unit manual override Midship cleat Steering wheel Fuel tank filler Armrest s...

Page 55: ...allons Total Weight Capacity 16 people or 2 440 lbs 235V X 25 Length of Boat 23 5 Width Amidship 102 Boat Weight 4 650 4 900 lbs Length of Boat w Platform 25 3 Towing Length 25 8 Fuel Capacity 60 gallons Total Weight Capacity 16 people or 2 400 lbs 245V X 45 Length of Boat 24 2 Width Amidship 102 Boat Weight 4 730 4 950 lbs Length of Boat w Platform 26 4 Towing Length 26 1 Towing Width 100 Fuel Ca...

Page 56: ...Electronic Instrumentation ...

Page 57: ...ut a gauge s or switch s purpose do not oper ate the boat until consulting with an authorized MasterCraft dealer Some gauges monitor infor mation that is critical to safe and long term use of the boat Some switches can affect maneuverabil ity as well as operations that impact long term use of the boat Introduction Controls Common to Most Models Manual and Automatic Bilge Pump Switch All Models The...

Page 58: ...orized MasterCraft service department for inspection and repair If during maintenance or inspection it becomes necessary to remove or re position any of the engine s wiring or wire harness es verify that the wiring has been returned to its original position and that all harnesses are routed correctly before attempting to use the boat again If a wiring clip or retainer breaks replace it immediately...

Page 59: ...dle position is OFF and the down position is for stern only lighting Ignition START STOP All Models except Prostars 190 197 X 7 and X 1 All models so equipped will have a removable ig nition 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 s...

Page 60: ...and maintaining the batteries Before charging a battery do not operate the charger if the cables or an LED is damaged Be sure that all accessories are OFF If the battery or batter ies must be removed from the product always remove the grounded terminal from the battery first Be sure that the area around the battery is well ventilat ed while the battery is being charged Also ensure that the battery...

Page 61: ...ccomplish the maneuver without making contact with other vessels or with inanimate objects which could cause serious bodily injury or significant damage to the boat Port engine shifter Port engine throttle Starboard engine throttle Starboard engine shifter MariStar 280 X 80 The port engine will have an RPM blip after the Sync switch is activated and the throttle is moved to wide open throttle on t...

Page 62: ...ther Alarms All Models Sensors check the oil pressure engine and trans mission temperatures If the system detects readings outside the acceptable range the system shuts off the stereo and sounds the alarm for a period of one 1 minute This signals the need to return to shore as soon as possible and seek assistance from your autho rizedMasterCraftdealer sservicedepartmenttodiag nose and if necessary...

Page 63: ...rocker switch to adjust the speedometer s speed interpretation Tachometer All Models On boats not equipped with a multi function gauge a separate tachometer gauge is found The tachom eter indicates the engine speed in crankshaft revolu tions per minute RPM Temperature Gauge All Models The temperature gauge indicates the water temperature inside the engine s cooling system as measured in degrees Fa...

Page 64: ...ovided via traditional gauges and switches On many models however this information as well as some convenience and support data described elsewhere in this owner s manual is given through a video display gauge Several different video display gauges are mounted in the boats depending on the model General descrip tion of the functionality of the performance controls appeared in the previous section ...

Page 65: ...e desired set point is displayed If no changes have been made within three 3 seconds the system will save the set point and return to normal operation Calibration Procedure Scroll to the Speed display Hold the external display but ton down for three 3 sec onds The system will enter the speedometer calibration mode as indicated by the flash ing display Press and or hold the external display button ...

Page 66: ... highlight box over the rider setting you wish to change and press ENTER to activate the item The large red frame will move to the active right side of the screen Use the PLUS and MINUS buttons to change the value of the item then press ENTER to complete the change and bounce back to the left side of the screen Repeat the process as needed for each item you wish to edit ToEDITanexistingrider youmu...

Page 67: ...reated in the system IMPORT will take any exported files off the USB Flash Drive into the system This function will overwrite any riders with the same name RESETTO DEFAULT will erase the RIDER LIST and replace it with the factory defaults TRIM BALLAST SCREEN The Trim and Ballast screen displays tab position and ballast tank levels The information is Plug n Play therefore if a tank or trim sen sor ...

Page 68: ...e DOWN arrow brings up the Rider List RADIO SCREEN In this mode the function of the Switch Pad button is illustrated on the big screen The radio screen allows you to control the radio the same way the Clarion remote does Press the ENTER button to en ter the control mode The display will turn green indicating that the Switch Pad is now controlling the radio If no buttons are pressed for five 5 seco...

Page 69: ...justed in the SETUP MENU Use the ENTER button to activate the FUEL ALARM edit screen Press the HOME button to exit ADJUST SHALLOW ALARM Also adjusted in the SETUP MENU Use the ENTER button to activate the Depth Alarm Edit Screen Use the UP and DOWN ar rows to set the desired depth Press the HOME button to exit UPDATEVIPER The BIG software may be up graded by copying the new software to a USB Flash...

Page 70: ...gine ECM They will disappear when no longer active INACTIVE ENGINE FAULTS DEALER SERVICE RESET The dealer has to reset the DEALER SERVICE REQUIRED alarm in this screen DEALER INFO PAGE Will display either the factory contact information or the dealer contact information VIPER DIAGNOSTICS A tool for the technician to use in testing the system Press the HOME button to exit MasterCraft 2012 Owners Ma...

Page 71: ... system by going to either ABOUT VIPER or FEATURE ENABLE in the setup screens Step 2 If using the IMPORT in setup copy the file to a USB Flash Drive and press the IMPORT button to read the file from the USB Flash Drive Step 3 If using the FEATURE EN ABLE SETUP you will need to select the feature to be unlocked Step 4 Enter the unlock code to enable the feature ALARMS AND WARNINGS EngineTemp is a w...

Page 72: ...setting to go be low one quarter of a tank Oil Pressure is a warning received from the engine ECM See En gine Oil Pressure Gauge in the Instruments and Gauges section of this Owner s Manual Shallow Depth is an alarm that will appear when the level reach es the limit that has been chosen in the SETUP screen Check Engine is a warning received from the engine ECM Refer to information in the Instrumen...

Page 73: ... Menu is displayedonboththeCenterDisplayandtheTouchscreen When the Menu key is pressed and held the Main Menu is displayed and pro vides access to the settings menu through a selection of soft keys Soft Key Commands Soft key commands provide additional features and navigation shortcuts Depending on the current screen displayed they may ap pear as icons or a vertical control bar Touchscreen TheTouc...

Page 74: ...are full the ballast fill indicator turns green Touch to move to the Tabs screen or to move to the previous ballast screen Touch SAVE to save the rider and settings you created The com posite profile can be displayed on the Center Display Touch SELECT to see the rider profile The Touch screen displays the cruise settings while the Center Dis play displays a composite of all the settings Touch MODI...

Page 75: ...t boat satellite position after having moved the cursor to another location GPS LAT LONG displays the latitude longitude course and speed NORTH UP determines how the orientation of the map is displayed Either conventional North Up or according to the current course heading Course Up EXITTRACK INFO removes theTrack Info soft keys and displays GPS soft keys UP LEFT RIGHT DOWN facilitates navigation ...

Page 76: ...r Display MODIFY selects and edits the existing user name information DELETE USER deletes the selected user name after a confirmation warning A button will be displayed to the right of NEW Modify Current User A user profile can be modified using theTouchscreen Touch MODIFY to change an existing profile Touch the name to display the keyboard Backspace through the existing name and type a new name f...

Page 77: ...uration of the unit including wire configu ration plug address fault conversion CAN data and fault codes This also displays software version information at the top of the page System Ballast User Settings User Settings provides options to specify viewing preferences Pressing PREV and NEXT navigates through the options and UP and DOWN scrolls through the selections for each option Soft Key Commands...

Page 78: ... s information Count is the number of times the event has been flagged Description provides the most common SPNs and FMIs that have text for the description stored in the display If there is no text then this SPN and FMI must be defined by referring to the engine manufacturer or the SAE J1939 standard NOTE This field is only used with certain brands and models of engines Correction is the suggeste...

Page 79: ...lect the information to be displayed on the GPS screen Time Setup Parameters Time Setup Parameters is used to select the correct time zone and clock mode for either 12 hour or 24 hour time formats It is also pos sible to enable DST Daylight Savings time by using the CHECK UN CHECK soft key to select the box Waypoint Manager Waypoints allow the operator to mark specific locations by lati tude and l...

Page 80: ...se connections at the battery and display unit check for reversed polarity on the power connections verify that the battery has a minimum voltage of 6 volts IF the display resets or goes OFF when starting the engine check that the display supply wires are connected properly to the battery verify that the battery is charged properly check the battery for efficient starter current IF the display has...

Page 81: ...m the HOME screen From the HOME Screen tap any screen icon to go to that screen Press the HOME button located in the information bar along the bottom of any main screen to return to the HOME Screen Navigating the main screens using the scroll buttons Frequently used screens are arranged in a continuous loop and may be accessed by using the scroll right and scroll left buttons located in the inform...

Page 82: ...CD Changer AUX Each time the button is pressed the band switches in the following order Radio FM1 FM2 FM3 AM FM1 Confirming your selection Each time the button is pressed the Automatic Volume Control feature is toggled from ON to OFF or OFF to ON MEDIA SCREEN Controller Description TouchtodisplayvideofromDVD whereequipped Touch to display video from the Tower Camera where equipped Touch to go to t...

Page 83: ...h to select an item in the list update the GAUGE screen data block and close the edit screen TRIM BALLAST SCREEN Displays Description Reports roll data Displays the roll in animation Displays the total weight of the water in the ballast tanks where equipped Displays the trim tab positions in animation where equipped DIGITAL GAUGE SCREEN NormalView Displays Description Displays the approximate perc...

Page 84: ...on the left The right button goes to the next screen on the right TheHOMEbuttongoestotheHOME screen CRUISE ON SCREEN Illustrated in Speed Mode Controller Description Touch to increase the speed set point Touch to decrease the speed set point Touch to turn Cruise off and goes to the CRUISE OFF screen The left button goes to the next screen on the left The right button goes to the next screen on the...

Page 85: ...ft The right button goes to the next screen on the right TheHOMEbuttongoestotheHOME screen QUICK LIST SCREEN Controller Description Touch to scroll up through list of available riders Touch to scroll down through list of available riders Touch to activate the selected hi lighted rider profile Touch to exit without activating a new rider and go to the CRUISE screen Touch to go to the RIDER EDIT scr...

Page 86: ...ER EXPORT DATA Controller Description Touch to scroll UP or DOWN Touch to send the selected rider data to the USB flash drive Touch to exit without exporting NOTE The preferred setting for each rider may be shared by using the USB export and import feature Rider data is stored and shared in a Text File Format with the following file name riders txt DELETE RIDER SCREEN Controller Description Touch ...

Page 87: ...con is displayed in the center of the INFORMATION BAR When the Cruise Control is ON the data block in the INFORMA TION BAR displays the set speed and the font color changes to green Also pressing the speed data block causes the pop up speed controls to appear superimposed on the current screen If no controls are pressed the pop up controls are hidden The cruise control information is provided earl...

Page 88: ...h your authorized MasterCraft dealer prior to operating the boat for the first time and at any time during ownership of the boat if you are uncertain as to proper and applicable functionality Boats with this video display gauge will have the following gauges mounted in the instrument panel Brief descriptions of the functions are included here For more in depth description of the functionality see ...

Page 89: ...e system This will bring the bow down while maintaining speed This also al lows the hull of the boat to absorb the impact of the waves This ad justment will result in a more efficient and smoother ride Changes should be made in small increments to ensure maintaining control of the boat Following Sea Make sure the plates are fully retracted by pressing BOW UP on both sides of a dual system and BOW ...

Page 90: ...e Plug n Play will come from the factory ready to install bags forward and aft MasterCraft strongly recommends using only the Plug n Play bags from Fly High as they have been custom ized to fit neatly in storage areas The rear bags take into consideration such factors as bulkhead dimensions and the raw water strainer location of each specific model The forward bags are built to the dimensions of t...

Page 91: ...ally rope simply skips along the water surface behind the boat but it can become airborne especially if it was taut prior to release Ski wakeboard rope should never be attached to anything but approved pylons and towers as it may other wise break free or cause other items to break under duress People onboard as well as skiers and or wakeboarders could be injured Also operators and passengers shoul...

Page 92: ...llows the platform to fold down reducing the amount of room required for storage Note that the platforms themselves are fairly heavy and releasing the bracket may result in the platform falling down and striking the transom with excessive force Please provide support to the platform at the time of releasing the bracket and slowly lower the platform into place for towing or storage Many models are ...

Page 93: ...he tower pay attention to the sur roundings Ensure that people and objects are never in the way Failure to do so could result in injury or damage that is not covered under warranty Always ensure that there are no people nor objects in the way when raising and lowering the tower Individuals and their limbs may be sub ject to injury if caught in the path of the tower as well as potential dam age to ...

Page 94: ... devices Please review and be come familiar with the equip ment 12 Volt Receptacle All Models Some May Have Multiple Receptacles MasterCraft boats have one 1 or more 12 volt receptacles Examine your boat to determine whether there are additional outlets Prior to plugging any accessory into a 12 volt recepta cle ensure that the device is designed for use when connected to a 12 volt receptacle and w...

Page 95: ...her direction to turn ON the Slick Boot Re turntocenterforOFF Theseinstructionsworkwhethertheboat is equipped with one 1 or both of the options but will not be found in boats that are not equipped with either option Sink Switch 280 and X 80 On the face plate panel adjacent to the sink is a two position switch Turning the switch ON allows water to run through the faucet into the sink The water come...

Page 96: ...the anchor for this system Establishing a secure anchorage requires practice Damage to your boat may result due to improper an choring techniques Canvas Covers One of the most popular options for MasterCraft boats are the variety of canvas covers available Speak with an authorized Mas terCraft dealer for details about what is available for each model MasterCraft strongly recommends having an autho...

Page 97: ...til after a determina tion 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 suitab...

Page 98: ...able Failure to clean any spillage may result in unpleasant odors mildew mold and damage to the deck or other areas of the boat This is not covered under warranty See the Storage Winterization section of thisOwner s Manual for im portant information regarding the preparation of the head for storage Heater All MasterCraft models offer a heater option The heater s three position switch is turned up ...

Page 99: ... F 2C to 53 degrees F 12 C It is equipped with a battery monitor that switches the compressor off and on again protecting the battery and the compressor against damage The refrigerator is suitable for cooling food If you wish to cool medicine please check to determine whether the cooling capacity is sufficient for the medicine in question Food items or anything that can create an odor should not b...

Page 100: ...e engine is running Optional jump seats also have latches to hold them in place Open the observer seat adjacent to the jump seat and note that there is a lock pin that should be inserted to hold the jump seat se cure against the side deck of the observer seat Failure to do this could allow the jump seat to move during boat operation which could result in passenger injury Carbon monoxide is a color...

Page 101: ...es may be trapped Routine maintenance is not required beyond oc casionally checking the lines and shower head to be certain these elements are not damaged in any fash ion Be certain to follow the Storage Winterization section s instructions found elsewhere in this Owner s Manual Stereo Equipment All stereo equipment whether standard or optional equipment comes with extensive instruction material P...

Page 102: ...Preparation ...

Page 103: ...uel pump which is not covered under warranty ILMOR MARINE Engines What Type of Gasoline To Use The ILMOR MV8 engine 5 7 6 0 and 6 2L requires a minimum of 87 oc tane fuel The octane number is based on the pump octane number which is R M 2 where R is the research octane number and M is the motored octane number For better performance 93 octane fuel is recommended Fuels other than specified will neg...

Page 104: ...with ethanol or methanol Leaded fuels may NOT be used in the MV8 engine Also DO NOT use E15 fuel Gasoline containing levels higher than 10 percent ethanol or methanol is NOTTO BE USED in the MV8 engine This is primarily due to the fact that the alcohol in the fuel absorbs water Water in the fuel can cause corrosion and extensive damage in the fuel system If the presence of alcohol in the gasoline ...

Page 105: ... could damage it which may not be covered under warranty Check that the fire extinguisher is fully charged Check that no fuel oil or water is leaking or has leaked into the bilge compartment Check all hoses and connections for leakage or damage Check that everything is secure tower and mir ror knobs are tightened all latches and brackets are secure and anything that might move around in the cockpi...

Page 106: ...y threat If one oc curs it is most likely to do so after a few hours of operation Vary the engine speed Never run the engine for more than three 3 min utes at any constant RPM during the break in period Doing this will assist in the proper break in of rings and bearings Plane the boat quickly Operat ing the boat at low speeds places an excessive load on the engine Plane quickly then back down to a...

Page 107: ... that will not allow the engine to be started when in gear Starting the Engine Step 1 Attach the emergency engine safety switch tether lanyard to an article of your clothing and to the switch Step 2 For normal starting leave the throttle lever in neutral The electronic controls will meter the correct fuel and air automatically To start a ProStar 190 197 X 7 or X 1 following these steps Insert the ...

Page 108: ...om neutral only by raising the lifter under the ball knob Shifting is accomplished by moving the lever forward or backward Cen ter straight up is neutral Moving the lever forward engages the running gear moving it back from center puts the drive train into reverse Never attempt to shift without the engine running During regular warm up of the engine it is possible to temporarily increase the engin...

Page 109: ...he load as evenly as possible The maximum weight capacity includes filled factory installed ballast tanks and or ballast bags added by the customer The maximum weight capacity is calculated with full factory installed fuel and ballast tanks The weight of occupants gear and water in any ballast bags added by the customer reduces the capacity of the boat Failure to adhere to the total maximum capaci...

Page 110: ...ast embarrassing one High Speed Operation MasterCraft boats are designed to be a high perfor mance boat Professional drivers with advanced operat ing skills perform high speed maneuvers and turns on a dime DO NOT attempt to duplicate or simulate these feats Paid professional drivers log thousands of hours on the water and carefully choreograph every move Plans are made in advance in the event the ...

Page 111: ...tay well clear of floating debris What looks to be a small branch in the water may well turn out to be an entire tree When traveling through weedy areas keep an eye on the engine temperature gauge Weeds caught up and blocking the water flow through the raw water intake or transmis sion cooler will cause trouble Also after leaving the weedy area shift to neutral for a few seconds and then to revers...

Page 112: ...Care and Maintenance ...

Page 113: ...nifold Using Lifting Slings An overhead hoist with an appropriate rac ing capacity should be used Slings must be six 6 inches wide by twenty 20 feet long and each sling should have a minimum capacity rat ing that is equivalent to the weight of the model that is to be lifted Use an eight foot spreader bar on each sling to prevent damaging side pressure to the deck or gunwale molding Lifting slings ...

Page 114: ...pection for deterioration When the zinc has eroded to approximately one half 1 2 of its original size it must be replaced to continue protection or damage to other metal parts may result MasterCraft Saltwater Series boats come equipped with the zinc anode For fresh water boats that may be operated in polluted or brackish water an authorized MasterCraft dealer can provide guidance in securing and i...

Page 115: ...r caused by moisture Teak Wood Full teak platforms If shoes are worn when walking on the teak they should be proper boating shoes Black soled shoes are likely to scuff the surface resulting in marks that may be difficult to remove or even leave permanent marks that are not covered under warranty Regular cleaning and oiling of teak wood will maintain its original ap pearance Unprotected wood will t...

Page 116: ...aning the other area s with bleach re spray both the bleached surfaces and the teak surfaces to rinse away any bleach residue Note that bleach should never be applied directly to the teak Fiberglass Swim Platform The fiberglass swim platform requires the same kind of regular and gentle cleaning that the rest of the boat needs After cleaning off any environmental debris wash with mild soap and warm...

Page 117: ...er detergent Water should be cold to lukewarm but never more than 100 degrees Air dry only Never apply heat to the fabric Begin by brushing off loose dirt and then hose down the material Prepare a cleaning mixture of water and a mild natural soap that is free of detergents Use a soft bristle brush to clean allowing the soap to soak in Rinse thoroughly and allow the fabric to thoroughly air dry If ...

Page 118: ...cient to keep the cushion and vinyl coverings in good condition Do not soak the cushion and dry thoroughly after washing to prevent mildew accumulations when the boat is covered Spray the cushions with a mildew repellent and prop them up in the boat when it is covered to take advantage of air circulation MasterCraft vinyl is made to withstand the effects of sun heat acid rain and soiling under nor...

Page 119: ...raftVinyl Dressing Vinyl FinishVinyl Cleaner Mild Dish Soap 303 HighTech Fabric Guard Non Recommended Products ArmorAll Bleach Baking Soda Fantastik Formula 409 Murphy s Oil Soap Simple Green Son of a Gun Common Stains Steps 1 2 3 General care A B Dirt build up A B Ballpoint ink B A Chewing gum B A Coffee tea chocolate B A Grease C B A Household soil A B Ketchup A B Latex paint A B Lipstick C A B ...

Page 120: ...age and dirt accumulation in one easy step Part 559129 MasterCraft Vinyl Dressing MasterCraft Vinyl Dressing is a one step formula for the restoration and protection of vinyl rubber plastics and leather When dry MasterCraft Vinyl Dressing leaves a transparent and water repellent gloss coating that beautifies and restores sur faces Its UV protection helps to prevent drying and cracking Part 559126 ...

Page 121: ... Detailing Cloths MasterCraft Microfiber Detailing Cloths are the product of recent developments in the manufacture and make up of fine quality detailing towels They feature a soft surface that is ideal for high quality clean ing and detailing They are perfect for use in drying or polishing your boat motorcycle car or any reflective surface and can absorb up to seven times their dry weight in wate...

Page 122: ...eview the SafetyChecks and Services section of this Own er s Manual There are important functions that must be followed before during and after every outing without fail Inspect the raw water intake water strainer for blockage If there is blockage also check the transmission cooler where equipped For boats operating in salt water check and clean as nec essary the seacock strainer Check the cooling...

Page 123: ...ds holding the nut in place Inspect the Battery Connections and Hold Downs Because poor connections or hold downs may result in erroneous voltmeter readings MasterCraft recommends doing this before starting the boat Step 1 Ensure the engine isOFF and the engine safety starting switch disconnected Be certain that the throttle shift control lever is in neutral Locate the battery Batteries are placed...

Page 124: ... battery which could result in death or serious injury MasterCraft recommends the use of a spiral cell type battery such as the Optima brand These batteries exceed other batteries in holding and extending a charge Inspect the Throttle and Shift Cables for Kinks Wear and Interference Some engine parts become very hot during operation This inspection must be completed while the engine is cool to pre...

Page 125: ...An erratic reading may be a sign of low voltage The voltmeter is the best indication of the state of your bat tery However it is not fool proof While the reading may indicate that the battery is producing cur rent if during a previous operation you had reason to suspect a problem with your battery check with an authorized MasterCraft dealer s service department Current models are equipped with a l...

Page 126: ...ox is open Cloth ing or body parts can get caught in moving parts causing death or seri ous injury Keep away from moving parts Attention must be paid to any leak age occurring in the propeller shaft log area Water intrusion into the transmission which can happen if excessive leakage is occurring may cause serious damage Such damage may not be covered by the warranty Inspect the Fuel System for Lea...

Page 127: ...ainer if evidence has shown that debris collects during the outing Wet debris is often easier to remove Quarterly Every Fifty 50 Hours Check Safety Equipment Throughout thisOwner s Manual boat owners oper ators and users have been reminded to pay particular attention to any and all safety requirements At the fifty 50 hour mark it is appropriate to check that all required and recommended safety equ...

Page 128: ...afety Even if the annual maintenance work is completed by an authorized MasterCraft service technician boat owners and operators should still review this section and ensure that they have some understanding of what is necessary to keep the boat in top condition Check the Engine Mounts Some engine parts become very hot during operation This inspection must be completed while the engine is cool to p...

Page 129: ... lubricant in Step 8 Re install the access panel Lubricate the Shift and Throttle System Because this process should be completed while all movable compo nents of the drive train are NOT in motion MasterCraft recommends this be done while the boat is out of the water Step 1 Ensure the engine is OFF and disconnect the engine safety starting switch Be sure that the throttle shift control le ver is i...

Page 130: ...ning Due to the potential for serious consequences when errors occur in servicing the fuel system MasterCraft strongly encourages all boat owners and operators to seek professional assistance from an authorized MasterCraft dealer s service department whenever any service or perceived problems occur within the fuel system All replaced fuel components must meet United States Coast Guard USCG and Ame...

Page 131: ...This allows for minimal room in which air can oxygenate the fuel during diurnal cycles daily periods of expansion contraction of gasoline vapors and air as a result of temperature changes As temperatures rise in the tank the pressure also rises pushing out gasoline vapor and air mixtures When the temperature falls pressure lowers and the system will seek to draw fresh air and watervapor dependingo...

Page 132: ...and such damage is not covered under the warranty Note Be sure that hoses will not become en tangled in the engineV belt when the engine turns over or the hose and or the belt will be damaged Step 5 Use duct tape to seal the exhaust flaps to prevent dirt and nesting rodents from entering Step 6 On CSX 265 models equipped with the hot water heater any water in the tank must be removed to avoid the ...

Page 133: ...or leaks caused by freeze damage Step 9 Check all hose clamps for tightness Install the bilge drain plug and the rear drain plug in boats equipped with certain types of ballast systems Step 10 Grease the propeller shaft taper and install the propeller Step 11 Fully re charge and re install the battery or batteries Step 12 Perform the daily maintenance as noted previously in this Own er s Manual If...

Page 134: ...the blades If the propeller is damaged see an authorized MasterCraft dealer Propeller Maintenance Changing Propellers Step 1 Ensure the engine is OFF and the engine safety starting switch is disconnected Step 2 Remove and discard the cotter pin Step 3 Remove the propeller nut Step 4 Tap the center hub of the propeller with a rubber mallet to release the propeller Inspect the shaft and propeller sp...

Page 135: ...ble Clean and lubricate the cable or replace Rudder worn See authorized MasterCraft dealer s service department Excessive vibration Bent strut Replace the strut Fouled propeller Remove objects from the propeller shaft and rudder Damaged propeller Replace the propeller Misaligned propeller shaft coupling Seek proper alignment Bent propeller shaft See authorized MasterCraft dealer s service departme...

Page 136: ...Limited Warranty Statement ...

Page 137: ...ck hull liner and stringer system collectively Structural Components is warranted for as long as the original pur chaser owns the boat 2 2 Gel Coat On condition that the consumer has provided maintenance and care as de scribed in the Corrosion and Cleaning the Boat sections of the MasterCraft Owner s Manual the gel coat which is applied to all MasterCraft boats at the factory will be warranted for...

Page 138: ...luids d damage caused by the use of customer applied chemicals or accidental spills e damage caused by failure to maintain the boat in accordance with the maintenance provisions in theOwner s Manu al or improper maintenance of the boat f damage caused by the failure to comply with any recall or request for repair g damageresultingfromtheuseoftheboatforanyracing speed commercialcompeti tionorperfor...

Page 139: ...oat or trailer whichever first occurs as applicable upon delivery of the warranty transfer card and payment of the applicable warranty transfer fee to MasterCraft With respect to the Lifetime Limited Warranty granted only to the original retail purchaser on the Structural Components set forth in Section 2 1 hereof if the sale conveyance or other transfer of the boat by the original retail purchase...

Page 140: ...he owner for parts and labor This provision is subject to the following terms and conditions a MasterCraft shall be obligated only to repair or replace those items that prove defective in MasterCraft s sole discretion upon exam ination by a MasterCraft authorized dealer service department or MasterCraft s own personnel as applicable b MasterCraft warrants its repairs or replace ments only for the ...

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Page 142: ...eck all safety equipment Every 100 Hours Date Date Date Date Replace impeller Engine tune up Change transmission fluid Check engine mounts Check prop shaft coupling alignment Inspect exhaust flaps Lubricate steering system Lubricate shift and throttle system Check replace ballast pump impeller Inspect complete fuel system Change fuel filter Service Log MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual Service Log Pa...

Page 143: ...New Boat 4 11 Break In New Boat 3 5 Buoys and Other Markings Reading 1 15 Cables Inspect Throttle and Shift 4 13 Canvas Cover 2 69 Canvas Covers Cleaning 4 6 Care and Maintenance 4 1 Carpet Cleaning 4 4 Changing Propellers 4 23 Charger Battery 2 33 Chartplotter GPS and 2 32 Charts Nautical 1 9 Check Ballast Pump Impeller 4 18 Check Battery Is Fully Charged 4 14 Check Engine Mounts 4 17 Check Prope...

Page 144: ...losed 4 7 Head 2 70 Heat Switches Seat 2 68 Heater Switch 2 68 Heater 2 71 Heaters Seat 2 73 High Speed Operation 3 9 Hints Operational 3 8 Hold Downs Inspect Battery Connections and 4 12 Horn 2 31 Hull Cleaning 4 4 Hull Cleaner 4 9 Hydraulic Steering System 2 35 Hypothermia 1 10 Ignition Key Slot 2 32 Ignition START STOP 2 32 ILMOR Marine Engines 3 2 Immersion Suits 1 10 Individual Models Guide t...

Page 145: ...quipment 1 6 Recommended Products Cleaning 4 8 Refrigeration 2 72 Refrigerator Switch 2 68 Registration and Transfer Warranty 5 6 Registration Numbering and Documentation 1 6 Required Equipment 1 3 Responsibilities Operator s 1 8 Right of Way Fishing Vessel 1 15 Right of Way Sailing Vessel 1 15 Rope Ski Wakeboard 2 64 Rules of the Open Water 1 14 Rules When Encountering Vessels 1 14 Rules Sound Si...

Page 146: ...ansfer Warranty Registration and 5 6 Trim Tab Switch Attitude Adjustment or 2 62 Troubleshooting 4 24 Underwater Lights Switch 2 68 Underway 3 7 Unusual Operating Conditions 3 10 Upholstery Cleaning Information Additional 4 8 Upholstery 4 7 Using Care When Fueling 3 2 Using Lifting Eyes 4 2 Using Lifting Slings 4 2 Using Oxygenated Fuels or Fuels with Alcohol 3 3 Vessel Right of Way Fishing 1 15 V...

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