MasterCraft 2009 MariStar X-Series owner manual General Preparation, Fuel System Treatment

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storage and winterization

Storage or winter lay-up requires special preparation to prevent damage to the boat. Since winter storage is an annual event, it presents an excellent opportunity to perform the annual mainte- nance at this time, depending upon the amount of usage. Check with an authorized MasterCraft dealer’s service department regarding the boat’s needs to determine if this is the appropriate time for annual service.

Without proper preparation, storage for long periods of time (at any time of the year) may cause harm to various components of the boat and drive train. Also, if the boat has been stored in be- low-freezing temperatures with water inside the bilge or engine cooling system (including the heater or, shower, ballast tanks, wash down tanks, coolers, or any container or area in which wa- ter has been located), this condition may result in major damage from freezing, which would not be covered under the warranty.

Refer to the engine owner’s manual for guidance regarding stor- age and winterization of the engine, transmission and compo- nents of the drive train.

The following procedures will help avoid most potential types of damage during storage for a period not to exceed five (5) months!

Because of the complexity of preparing a boat for proper winter storage, as well as the possibility of extreme damage to the drive train if a preparation error was made during winterization, Master- Craft recommends scheduling an appointment with an authorized MasterCraft dealer’s service department to permit a technician to perform all winterization procedures.

General Preparation

Before starting you will need the following supplies:

•Sta-Bil® Gasoline Stabilizer

•Fuel filter

•Low tack tape

Fuel System Treatment

Step 1: If the boat will be placed in storage with fuel (no alco- hol in the mix) in the tank, fill the tank with fresh fuel and a sufficient amount of Sta-Bil® gasoline stabilizer to treat the entire tank. Follow instructions on the con- tainer.

Step 2: If the boat will be placed in storage with fuel that con- tains alcohol, the fuel tank should be drained as com- pletely as possible, the fuel disposed of properly, and Sta-Bil gasoline stabilizer added to any fuel remaining in the tank. Follow the directions on the container.

Step 3: Start the engine and operate at idle until the engine reaches normal operating temperature. (To accomplish this, the boat must be in the water or attached to a water supply using a hose and suitable adapter that will allow an uninterrupted supply of water to the engine. If using a hose and adapter, adjust the faucet to avoid over-cooling the engine at low RPM.) Run the engine for at least fifteen (15) minutes and ensure that the fuel stabilizer enters the engine’s fuel system.

Step 4: Perform the annual maintenance as described in this Owner’s Manual.

General Power Package Preparation

Step 1: Lubricate the throttle and shift linkages and cables with multi-purpose grease.

Step 2: MasterCraft recommends that batteries be removed from the boat for winter storage. Batteries should be fully charged before being stored in a cool, dry location, protected from the elements and fully re-charged before

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Contents 2009 MasterCraft Welcome aboard Page 2-1 Page 16-2, 16-5, Page Table of contents Boating safety General PrecautionsSafety Equipment Safety AfloatRequired Equipment Recommended EquipmentSkiing and Wakeboarding Safety Operator’s License Common sense approach Rules of the open water Overtaking Other Special SituationsSailing Vessel Right-of-Way 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 Accessory Switches Aft Light SwitchAll Models-Actual Switch Usage Will Vary Volt ReceptacleAttitude Adjustment or Trim Tab Switch MariStar 230, X-30, MariStar 245 MariStar 280Ballast Empty/Fill Switches Manual and Automatic Bilge Pump Switch ManualBlower Switch Circuit BreakersClock Adjustment Switch Courtesy Lights SwitchDisplay Selector Switch Dual Battery Operation SwitchEngine Hatch Switch Engine Synchronizing SwitchEngine Oil Pressure Gauge MariStar 280/X-80, CSX-220, CSX-265Heater Switch Instrument Panel Gauge Backlighting SwitchLow Voltage Battery Alarm Fuel GaugeNavigation/Anchor Lights Switch Other AlarmsRefrigerator Switch Seat Heat SwitchesShower and/or Slick Boot Switch Sink SwitchTemperature Gauge Shift/Throttle ControlTower Lights Switch Video Display GaugePage Wash Down Switch VoltmeterUsing care when fueling What Type of Gasoline To UseWhen the Boat Is Not Used for a While Using Oxygenated Fuels or Fuels with AlcoholWhen Fuel Runs Out or Too Low for Proper Operation Fuels Outside United States and CanadaPage Safety checks and services Before Each OperationDuring Operation After OperationFirst Hours of Operation New boat break-inAfter Break-In Page Starting the Engine Before StartingShifting Gears Underway StoppingOperational hints Page Unusual Operating Conditions Docking and Tie-UpUsing Lifting Eyes Using Lifting SlingsLifting the boat Storage CradleCorrosion prevention Marine GrowthGalvanic Corrosion Stainless Steel and ChromeHull Cleaning the boatUpholstery Carpet Teak WoodFiberglass Swim Platform WindshieldSlick Boot Acceptable Upholstery CleanersUnacceptable Upholstery Cleaners Enclosed HeadApco Mastercraft boat care products MasterCraft Microfiber Detailing Cloths MasterCraft Cleaning & Detailing KitMasterCraft Marine Motor Oil & Filters Frequency and Scheduled Maintenance New Boat Break-InBefore Each Use 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 Mounts Inspect the Exhaust Flaps for Damage Check the Propeller Shaft Coupling Alignment Lubricate the Steering System Check the Ballast Pump Impeller Lubricate the Shift and Throttle SystemInspect the Complete Fuel System for Leakage Fire Extinguisher and Suppression Units General Preparation General Power Package PreparationFuel System Treatment Other Winterization Preparations Ballast System Preparations Re-Activating the Boat After StorageChecking/Repairing Propellers Changing PropellersComfort and convenience Battery ChargerAnchor and Windlass Coolers Fire Suppression and ExtinguishingGPS and Chartplotter HeadHeater Before operationHydraulic Steering System LightingLivewell/Kill Box/Catch Box RefrigerationSeat Heaters Shower or Wash DownSwim/Boarding Platforms Stereo EquipmentTables Folding Down the PlatformVideo Screen TowersWater 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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