MasterCraft 2009 MariStar X-Series Comfort and convenience, Anchor and Windlass, Battery Charger

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comfort and convenience

MasterCraft offers significant standard and optional items to make the boating experience more enjoyable. Some of these items come with their own instructions and information from the original manufacturer. In those instances, such as with the stereo equipment, the manual is included with the boat. In other instances, some general information is provided in this section.

If, at any time, you are uncertain about the use or care of anything on the boat, never hesitate to contact your authorized MasterCraft dealer for additional information and guidance.

the anchor door and remove any pins or lines securing the an- chor in the bow roller. Remove the hand control from the under- side of the door. Stand clear of the anchor and chain. Press the ON button to enable the windlass. Press the DOWN button to lower the anchor.

The anchor, sometimes accompanied by a windlass, has been provided to assist boaters in remaining in a chosen location. Note that use of the anchor system will not guarantee a properly anchored boat or that the boat will remain in a stationary position. Environmental, bottom conditions, current and tidal conditions must be taken into consideration when anchoring the boat. Only properly trained operators should set the anchor for this system. Establishing a secure anchorage requires practice. Damage to your boat may result due to improper anchoring techniques.

To raise the anchor when accompanied by a windlass system, start the engines to provide sufficient power. Raise the anchor locker door. Remove the hand control from the underside of the door. Stand clear of the anchor and chain. Press the ON but- ton to enable the system, and press the UP button to raise the anchor. Properly stow the anchor and line.

Anchor and Windlass

Some models are equipped with anchors, and there will be a des- ignated storage area or stowage location on the boat. Check with your dealer if you are uncertain about this area as it is important to keep the anchor stowed when it is not in use. In some models, the anchor is used in concert with a windlass, or guide, particu- larly in instances where the boat is expected to be used in deeper water. The windlass will help avoid or reduce the likelihood of a tangled anchor line.

Improperly stored anchors and/or anchor line that has been improperly re-wound through the windlass system, may create a hazardous situation. People on-board can trip on improperly stored materials, which can result in injury. Improperly stored ma- terials can also move too freely during boat operation and make contact with individuals, again causing injury. Properly store all anchor and lines whether the boat is in operation or not, unless the anchor and line are in use.

To lower the anchor when accompanied by a windlass system, leave the engine(s) running to provide sufficient power. Raise

Battery Charger

As a convenience, a battery charger is offered as an option. The charger is designed to recharge the batteries and also to extend the battery’s life in applications where it is stored for long peri- ods of time. These are three-stage electronic chargers, complete- ly automatic, lightweight, and silent. Unlike most automotive chargers, this charger will not boil off the electrolytes in properly installed and maintained batteries. The red and green LED

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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 OperationAfter Break-In New boat break-inFirst Hours of Operation Page Shifting Gears Before StartingStarting the Engine 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 ChromeUpholstery Cleaning the boatHull Carpet Teak WoodFiberglass Swim Platform WindshieldSlick Boot Acceptable Upholstery CleanersUnacceptable Upholstery Cleaners Enclosed HeadApco Mastercraft boat care products MasterCraft Marine Motor Oil & Filters MasterCraft Cleaning & Detailing KitMasterCraft Microfiber Detailing Cloths 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 MountsLubricate the Steering System Check the Propeller Shaft Coupling AlignmentInspect the Exhaust Flaps for Damage Inspect the Complete Fuel System for Leakage Lubricate the Shift and Throttle SystemCheck the Ballast Pump Impeller Fire Extinguisher and Suppression Units Fuel System Treatment General Power Package PreparationGeneral Preparation Other Winterization Preparations Ballast System Preparations Re-Activating the Boat After StorageChecking/Repairing Propellers Changing PropellersAnchor and Windlass Battery ChargerComfort and convenience 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 PlatformWater Heater TowersVideo Screen 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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