MasterCraft 200V, Руководство пользователя

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Inspect the Complete Fuel System for
Leakage
Although the boat engine is similar to an automobile engine, the engine compartment differs
substantially. The underside of an automobile engine compartment is totally open to the atmo
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sphere. This allows complete air circulation and ventilation. A boat engine is housed in a closed
compartment, the underside of which is the bottom (hull) of the boat.
The enclosed engine compartment limits the ventilation of gasoline and oil fumes. Because
confined gasoline vapors mixed with a little air can form an explosive atmosphere, it is important
to be especially vigilant in performing the following two (2) operations:
Step 1: Inspect the boat bilge area under the engine for the evidence of oil and gasoline—or
any gasoline odor. This inspection should take place the first time the boat is started
each day. Raise the engine cover and visually look at the bilge area under the engine.
Step 2: Run the bilge blower for at least four (4) minutes to ventilate the bilge area each time
before starting the engine.
Gasoline is explosive. If a gasoline odor is present or gasoline is visually observed in
the bilge area during inspection, DO NOT START YOUR ENGINE! Remove the
ignition key from the ignition switch and call an authorized MasterCraft dealer for
service.
Note: If there is evidence of loose fuel fittings, deteriorated lines or other problems associated
with the fuel system, call an authorized MasterCraft dealer. Fuel system service on later-mod
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el MasterCraft boats requires special service tools and special training. 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
American Boat & Yacht Council, Inc. (“ABYC”) standards, and must be Underwrit-
er’s Laboratory (“UL”)-approved. Inferior quality components pose a serious safety
threat to you and others, and the use of inferior components may result in serious
injury or death. Resulting damage may void the warranty.
Some MasterCraft models are equipped with a fuel fill cap such as shown here. These caps are
hinged, and they snap open or closed to seal with an audible click. This is important for the sys
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tem on these boat to operate correctly. Be sure to fully snap shut the cap after each fill.
Fire Extinguisher
and
Suppression Units
MasterCraft recommends that boat
owners include a check of the fire sup -
pression and extinguisher units during
the annual maintenance to be sure that
they are always ready for use. Some units
may not require annual checks; refer to
the signage and labeling on the individual
units for further guidance.
Other
Maintenance
Boat owners are required to perform routine regular main -
tenance as well as annual requirements, as outlined in the en-
gine owner’s manual. Some standard or optional equipment on
boats may come with their own printed information that includes
maintenance required to keep such components in excellent
long-term operating condition. Always follow these instructions.
MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 4-19