used in situations other than engine com-
partment res.
All V-drives are specied for one (1) dry
chemical, hand-held extinguisher. This is
in addition to the suppression system in the
engine compartment.
Hand-held units should be replaced or
recharged as soon as possible after use.
Chemical discharge should be cleaned
from all surfaces as soon as possible and
prior to running the boat again, unless op-
eration is necessary to return to shore.
The boat should never be operated fol-
lowing a re until after a determination has
been made whether operation may result
in another re. If any danger of an addi-
tional re exists, the boat should be towed
to shore or dock rather than running the
engine(s).
Consumers who choose to purchase re
control equipment from resources other
than MasterCraft must follow the instruc-
tions and requirements as listed within the
engine compartment regarding suitability
for the compartment volume. These stan-
dards are established by the Coast Guard
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and
the American Boat and Yacht Council
(ABYC).
Following the activation of the automatic
fire suppression system or a hand-held
fire extinguisher, a careful determination
should be made as to whether the boat can
safely be operated. If there is any doubt or
concern whatsoever, the boat should be
towed to shore and/or dock for service by
an authorized MasterCraf dealer prior to
operating again. Failure to follow these in-
structions could result in death or serious
injury/illness.
Capsizing
In addition to re, a boater’s greatest
concern may be with the possibility of cap-
sizing (or overturning) the boat. A number
of factors can occur that will result in a boat
overturning (high waves, excessive wakes,
bad weather, etc.) or sinking as a result of
damage such as striking an underwater ob-
ject or another boat.
In the event of such an occurrence, try
to turn the engine OFF. Attempt to locate
any other people who were on-board and
determine whether they are injured. Unless
there is re or release of gasoline, in most
instances it is wise to remain with the boat.
Unless it has sustained sinkable damage, it
will oat. Climbing on the hull will make it
easier for rescuers to locate you and others.
Running Aground or
Striking Underwater Objects
Ascertain whether there is damage to the
hull. If water can be stopped from entering
the boat, cautiously return to dock. Have
the boat checked out by your authorized
MasterCraft dealer to be certain that the
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