MasterCraft 2009 MariStar X-Series Frequency and Scheduled Maintenance, New Boat Break-In

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scheduled maintenance checks and services

Frequency and Scheduled Maintenance

Proper care, maintenance and adjustment will contribute to the peak performance of the MasterCraft boat, while also extending the overall service life and the resale value.

The pages that follow provide instructions on how to accom- plish the required checks, inspections and services listed. An authorized MasterCraft service department is the best source for proper maintenance.

Note: The engine and drive train require scheduled main- tenance checks and services in addition to the boat’s other maintenance requirements. Read and understand the en- gine owner’s manual that has been provided, and follow the maintenance schedule to ensure proper operation and quality service over the life of the boat and drive train. Failure to fol- low the maintenance requirements and instructions listed in this and all other manuals may result in damage to the com- ponents, systems and equipment of the boat, which resulting damage would not be covered by warranty! Safety issues are also directly impacted by proper maintenance!

The following definitions apply to maintenance:

Check—Verify the operational readiness by physical measure- ment, i.e., measuring the oil level with the dipstick gauge or alignment with a feeler gauge.

Inspect—Determine the operational readiness by examination, i.e., by sight, sound or feel.

Change—Tasks required periodically to keep the boat in proper operating condition, i.e., drain, replenish or service.

New Boat Break-In

Note: MasterCraft recommends the following functions be per- formed by authorized MasterCraft technicians at an authorized MasterCraft dealer.

•Lubricate the engine starter drive gear and shaft. (SeeQuarterly Maintenance also.)

•Check the alignment of the propeller shaft. (SeeAnnual Maintenance also.)

•Have an authorized MasterCraft ser- vice department change the fuel filter after the first fifty (50) hours of opera- tion, and then again at one hundred (100) hours for Indmar engines. The fuel filter should be changed annually even if less than one hundred (100) hours are run during the previous season. The Volkswagen diesel engine requires oil and filter changes every two hundred (200) hours, or annually, whichever comes first.

Before Each Use

Before the engine has been started:

•Review the engine manual and trailer manual before each outing.

•Review the Safety Checks and Services section of this Owner’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).

•Check the cooling system level (fresh water cooling-equipped boats only). See the engine owner’s manual for details.

•Inspect the battery connections and hold-downs.

•Inspect the drive train for loose or missing hardware.

•Inspect the throttle and shift cables for kinks, wear and inter- ference with other components.

•Inspect the propeller shaft log for excessive water entry.

•Inspect the fuel system lines and connections for leaks.

•Inspect the exhaust system for leaks.

As you start the engine:

• Check that the voltmeter registers a fully charged battery.

After Each Use

•Refer to the Cleaning the Boat and Corrosion Prevention sec- tions of this Owner’s Manual for guidance on a thorough ap- proach to maintenance. Also pay attention to the information provided regarding the maintenance of teak platforms and accessories because the wood requires periodic maintenance as well.

•Boats equipped with an optional flushing system for use in salt water or brackish water should operate the flush- ing system.

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Contents 2009 MasterCraft Welcome aboard Page 2-1 Page 16-2, 16-5, Page Table of contents Boating safety General PrecautionsRequired Equipment Safety EquipmentSafety Afloat Recommended EquipmentSkiing and Wakeboarding Safety Operator’s License Common sense approach Rules of the open water Sailing Vessel Right-of-Way OvertakingOther Special Situations Fishing Vessel Right-of-WayGuide to individual models Exhaust Bow Light Transom Drain Plug MariStar Fuel Tank Engine Batteries Filler Star CSX Instrument panels Measurements All Models-Actual Switch Usage Will Vary Accessory SwitchesAft Light Switch Volt ReceptacleAttitude Adjustment or Trim Tab Switch MariStar 230, X-30, MariStar 245 MariStar 280Blower Switch Ballast Empty/Fill SwitchesManual and Automatic Bilge Pump Switch Manual Circuit BreakersDisplay Selector Switch Clock Adjustment SwitchCourtesy Lights Switch Dual Battery Operation SwitchEngine Oil Pressure Gauge Engine Hatch SwitchEngine Synchronizing Switch MariStar 280/X-80, CSX-220, CSX-265Low Voltage Battery Alarm Heater SwitchInstrument Panel Gauge Backlighting Switch Fuel GaugeRefrigerator Switch Navigation/Anchor Lights SwitchOther Alarms Seat Heat SwitchesTemperature Gauge Shower and/or Slick Boot SwitchSink Switch Shift/Throttle ControlTower Lights Switch Video Display GaugePage Wash Down Switch VoltmeterUsing care when fueling What Type of Gasoline To UseWhen Fuel Runs Out or Too Low for Proper Operation When the Boat Is Not Used for a WhileUsing Oxygenated Fuels or Fuels with Alcohol Fuels Outside United States and CanadaPage During Operation Safety checks and servicesBefore Each Operation After OperationNew boat break-in First Hours of OperationAfter Break-In Page Before Starting Starting the EngineShifting Gears Underway StoppingOperational hints Page Unusual Operating Conditions Docking and Tie-UpLifting the boat Using Lifting EyesUsing Lifting Slings Storage CradleGalvanic Corrosion Corrosion preventionMarine Growth Stainless Steel and ChromeCleaning the boat HullUpholstery Fiberglass Swim Platform CarpetTeak Wood WindshieldUnacceptable Upholstery Cleaners Slick BootAcceptable Upholstery Cleaners Enclosed Head Apco Mastercraft boat care products MasterCraft Cleaning & Detailing Kit MasterCraft Microfiber Detailing ClothsMasterCraft Marine Motor Oil & Filters Before Each Use Frequency and Scheduled MaintenanceNew Boat Break-In After Each UseQuarterly Every Fifty 50 Hours Annually Every One Hundred 100 HoursCheck Raw Water Intake Strainer where equipped Inspect the Battery Connections and Hold-DownsBy the warranty Inspect the Propeller Shaft Log for Water EntryInspect the Fuel System for Leaks Inspect the Exhaust System for LeaksCheck That the Battery Is Fully Charged General Cleaning and StorageLubricate the Engine Starter Gear and Shaft Check the Engine MountsCheck the Propeller Shaft Coupling Alignment Inspect the Exhaust Flaps for DamageLubricate the Steering System Lubricate the Shift and Throttle System Check the Ballast Pump ImpellerInspect the Complete Fuel System for Leakage Fire Extinguisher and Suppression Units General Power Package Preparation General PreparationFuel System Treatment Other Winterization Preparations Ballast System Preparations Re-Activating the Boat After StorageChecking/Repairing Propellers Changing PropellersBattery Charger Comfort and convenienceAnchor and Windlass Coolers Fire Suppression and ExtinguishingGPS and Chartplotter HeadHeater Before operationLivewell/Kill Box/Catch Box Hydraulic Steering SystemLighting RefrigerationSeat Heaters Shower or Wash DownSwim/Boarding Platforms Stereo EquipmentTables Folding Down the PlatformTowers Video ScreenWater Heater Guide to troubleshooting Limited warranty statement Page Page Page Warranty registration and transfer Warranty Registration TransferService log Every 100 Hours DateIndex 12-1Gauge, Voltmeter Gauges & Switches, Variations Platforms, Swim/Boarding 19-7 Storage & Winterization 17-1 19-9 Transfer, Warranty Registration 22-1 ProStar MariStar Series Saltwater Series
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