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starting and basic operation
NOTE: If you are operating this boat
for the rst time, you must follow
the engine and drive train break-in
procedures as described in the previous
section and the engine manual. Failure
to follow these procedures may result
in serious damage and may void any
warranties!
Before Starting
Familiarize yourself with the controls and
indicators used on this MasterCra boat.
Perform all Safety Checks and Services as
described earlier. Also perform all Sched-
uled Maintenance Checks and Services.
Step 1:
Li the engine cover and inspect
the bilge and engine compart-
ment for any uid/vapor leakage.
MasterCra recommends liing the engine compart-
ment cover for inspection before each use.
Step 2: Check the hull drain plugs. Make sure they are installed
and secure.
Step 3: Operate the bilge blower for at least four (4) minutes.
Leave the bilge blower ON through the starting process
and until the boat has planed.
To prevent a possible explosion, operate the blower for at least
four (4) minutes before starting the engine and always when at
idle or slow-running speed. Explosive gasoline and/or battery
fumes may be present in the engine compartment. Failure to do
so may result in serious injury or death!
Before starting the engine, open the engine compartment and
check for gasoline fumes, fuel and oil leaks or the presence of
fuel or oil in the bilge.
NOTE: Always start the engine with the control lever in the
neutral position or with the shi disengaged. Your boat is
equipped with a neutral-start safety switch that will not allow
the engine to be started when in gear.
Starting the Engine
Step 1: Attach the emergency engine safety switch tether (lan-
yard) to an article of your clothing and to the switch.
Step 2: For normal starting, leave the throttle lever in neutral.
e electronic controls will meter the correct fuel and
air automatically.
Step 3: Turn the key switch to the start position and hold until
the engine starts. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Do not operate the starter motor continuously for more than
fteen (15) seconds without at least two (2) minutes for a
“cool-down” period. Failure to do so may cause the starter to
overheat, resulting in damage. Failure to release the ignition key
after the engine has started may cause damage to the starter
motor and drive.
Note: While the engine is warming up, check to see that all
lights and gauges operate properly. Check that the steering
system operates freely. ere should be no apparent leaks under
pressure. Re-engage the control lever aer warm-up by return-
ing the lever to neutral and pushing the throttle button back
into the engage position.
Shifting Gears
When shiing gears, always move the control lever smoothly
and quickly into gear. Do not hesitate. Slow gear engagement
could damage the shiing mechanism in the transmission.
Always allow the engine speed to fall to low idle (600-800 RPM)
before shiing gears.
Forward: Raise the lier ball under the lever knob and then push
the control lever forward into the rst forty-ve (45) degrees of
travel. rottle movement will begin aer forty-ve (45) degrees.
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