MasterCraft 2013 XStar - Before Each Use

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-19
Before Each Use
(Prior to Starting the Engine)
 ReviewtheSafety Checks and Services section of this Owner’s Manual. There are
important functions that must be followed before, during and after every outing, without
fail! The Safety Checks and Services notes that all drain plugs must be reinstalled prior to
operating the boat!
Inspect
Seacock
Strainer
Because a
clogged seacock
strainer puts
undue strain on the
engine(s), the strainer should be checked prior to starting the boat. Boats with closed cool-
ing systems are not equipped with this. The seacock strainer is standard on all boats.
Step 1:  Removetheplasticnutontopofthestrainer.Liftthecover.
Step 2:  Removethelterandinspectfordebris.Manuallycleanthestrainer.
Step 3: Returnthelterinplaceandrecover.Tightenthenut,butdonotover-tightenasit
may eventually strip the threads holding the nut in place.
Inspect the Battery Connections and Hold-Downs
Because poor connections or hold-downs may result in erroneous voltmeter readings,
MasterCraft recommends doing this before starting the boat.
Step 1: Ensure the engine is OFF and the engine safety starting switch disconnected.
Be certain that the throttle/shif control lever is in neutral. Locatethe
battery.Batteriesareplacedinavarietyoflocations,dependingonthemodel.
Check under the observer seat or behind the rear seat.
Step 2: Check that the battery post connections are clean and tight. If not:
• Loosenandremovethenegativeterminalconnectionrst.Becarefulnottotouchthe
positive terminal with the wrench.
• Loosenandremovethepositiveterminalconnection.
• Removethebatteryhold-downsandremovethebatteryfromtheboat.