MasterCraft 2013 XStar - Starting the Engine; Before Starting

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Preparation • Page 4-9
NOTE: If you are operating this boat for the first time, you must follow the en-
gine 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 dam-
age and may void any warranties!
Before Starting
 FamiliarizeyourselfwiththecontrolsandindicatorsusedonthisMasterCraftboat.
PerformallSafetyChecksandServicesasdescribedearlier.AlsoperformallScheduled
MaintenanceChecksandServices.
Step 1: Lift the engine cover and inspect the bilge and engine compartment for any
uid/vaporleakage.MasterCraftrecommendsliftingtheenginecompartment
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 en-
gine 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 shift
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 (lanyard) to an article of your
clothing and to the switch.
Step 2: Fornormalstarting,leavethethrottleleverinneutral.Theelectroniccontrols
will meter the correct fuel and air automatically.
 TostartaProStar190or197,followthesesteps:
Insert the key in the ignition key slot. The key will be in one of four (4) positions:
• OFF
• Accessory(includingrunningthestereowithouttheenginerunning)