MasterCraft 2009 MariStar X-Series owner manual Ballast System Preparations

Step 9: Cover the boat with a boat cover or tarp.

Note: If the boat is to be stored outside and subject to accumu- lations of snow, water and ice, a support should be made for the boat cover so that it will not sag, rip or tear, thereby allowing water to enter the boat. Two-inch diameter PVC plumbing pipe is ideal for this purpose. It is readily available at local hard- ware stores, and it is easy to work with. Also, its rounded shape will prevent damage to the canvas.

Ballast System Preparations

Step 1: Attach a hose to the starboard side ballast hose that comes out of the deck at the rear seat.

Step 2: Place the other end into a gallon of non-toxic, RV-type anti-freeze.

Step 3: Turn the pump on to empty and pump anti-freeze into the system until anti-freeze comes out of the thru-hull on the side.

Step 4: Turn the pump on to fill and pump anti-freeze back into the jug.

Re-Activating the Boat After Storage

Step 1: Remove the duct tape from the exhaust flaps.

Step 2: Fully charge the battery and install it in the boat, fol- lowing all safety precautions associated with changing batteries.

Step 3: Follow all instructions for reactivating the drive train as detailed in the engine owner’s manual. NOTE: Due to

the complex nature of the reactivation process, Master- Craft recommends having an authorized MasterCraft dealer perform this function.

Step 4: Ensure that all drain plugs throughout the boat and drive train have been reinstalled to avoid unwanted intrusion of water.

Step 5: If applicable, reconnect the hoses to your heater or shower.

Step 6: Check the engine compartment and bilge for signs of nesting animals. Clean as necessary.

Step 7: Check the entire engine system for fluid, oil and cool- ant levels. Add as necessary.

Step 8: Check the entire engine for cracks 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 Owner’s Manual. If it was not done prior to stor- age, perform the annual maintenance as well.

Step 13: If the boat is equipped with the optional fresh water cooling system and was drained for storage, fill the system with fresh coolant solution per instructions.

Step 14: Check the alignment between the output flange on the transmission and the propeller shaft flange. If the maxi- mum feeler gauge that can clip between the flange faces at any point is 0.003”, the unit is properly aligned. If a thicker gauge can be inserted at any point, the engine must be re-adjusted until proper alignment is obtained. This should be performed by an authorized Master- Craft dealer’s service department.

Step 15: For all models, with the boat in the water, cycle the key ON and then OFF two (2) or three (3) times, allowing ten (10) seconds between key cycles, before cranking the engine. This allows the fuel pump to prime the fuel lines; then start the engine. In the event the engine does not respond, allow a two-minute cool-down period for every thirty (30) seconds of cranking. When the engine fires, keep a close watch over the gauge readings and check for leakage and abnormal noises. Keep speeds low for the first fifteen (15) minutes to allow the engine to reach normal operating temperatures.

Step 16: In ProStar 197s equipped with ballast bags, when re- connecting the hook-ups, be sure to squeeze the prongs to help slide the connector back on. Dish soap or some similar product will help slide the connects back to- gether. Note that the red ring goes over the raised ring to ensure a working connection.

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