Safety Checks & Services
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The following checks and services are essential to safe boating and must be performed. Get in the habit of
performing these checks in the same order each outing so that it becomes routine.
DO NOT launch or operate the boat if any problem is found during the Safety Check. A problem could lead to an
accident during the outing, resulting in serious injury or death. Any and all problems should receive attention im-
mediately. See your MasterCraft dealer for assistance.
Before Each Operation
These tasks are best accomplished before the boat is launched.
Check the weather report, wind and water conditions.
Check for recommended on-board tools and parts.
Check that all drain plugs are installed properly, including bilge and rear drain.
Check the propeller and shaft for damage.
Check the cooling water intake pick-up and transmission cooler for blockage.
(Additional details on this will follow in the Scheduled Maintenance Checks and Service section.)
Check the raw water impeller if the boat showed signs of over-heating during the last usage.
Check the engine oil level.
Check that there is an adequate supply of fuel.
Check that the steering system operated properly.
Check that required safety equipment is on-board.
Check that the mandatory personal fl otation device for each passenger is on-board.
Check that the fi re extinguisher is fully charged.
Check that no fuel, oil or water is leaking or has leaded into the bilge compartment.
Check all hoses and connections for leakage or damage.
Check that the alternator belt is in good condition.
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Check the engine drain plugs.
Check that all required Scheduled Main-
tenance Checks and Services (see fol-
lowing sections) were performed.
During Operation
Check gauges frequently for operating con-
ditions.
Check that controls operate smoothly.
Check for excessive vibration.
After Operation
Check for fl uid leaks.
Check the fi ns, propeller, rudder and shaft
for damage after removing the boat from
the water.
In boats equipped with a ballast system,
drain water from the ballast before towing.
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