your authorized MasterCraft dealer to ob-
tain a replacement for the clean agent type
of canister. If the dry chemical re extin-
guisher has been discharged, then you may
purchase a replacement 2.5-pound dry
chemical re extinguisher that is rated for
Type A, B and C res from an authorized
MasterCraft dealer or from another source.
Fire extinguishers require periodic main-
tenance. Monthly, each re extinguisher on
your boat should be examined to be sure
that the seals and tamper indicators are not
broken or missing. The pressure gauges
or indicators, if applicable, should read
in the operable range. There should be no
obvious physical damage, rust, corrosion,
leakage or clogged nozzles. Additionally,
if the extinguisher has not been used, it
should be weighed annually to assure that
the minimum weight as stated on the label
still exists. Any re extinguisher that has
been partially emptied must be replaced or
taken to a qualied re extinguisher servic-
ing company for recharging as soon as pos-
sible.
In an automatic/manual system, ensure
the pin inserted to protect the system at the
helm during transit from the factory has
been pulled to activate the system. This
is part of dealer preparation, but it is the
responsibility of the boat owner to ensure
that the system is functional. (There is no
longer a pull pin at the bottle.)
Fire Suppression and Extinguishing
All MasterCraft V-drives are equipped
with an automatic re suppression system.
The automatic system operates from sen-
sors in the engine room and will automati-
cally release a clean-agent, gaseous chemi-
cal that does not leave residue behind. In
boats sold both domestically and interna-
tionally, this is the HFC-227 system.
It is also possible to activate the system
manually on the domestic boats only. Pull
the pin with
the red tag
(shown), and
then pull the
red re handle
to set the sys-
tem in opera-
tion. (Interna-
tional boats
are automatic only.)
In case of an engine compartment re,
shut down the engine and blowers before
manual discharge, or immediately fol-
lowing the automatic discharge. Boats are
equipped with a discharge indication light
at the instrument panel or on the video dis-
play gauge at the helm.
After the suppression system has
been used, the re extinguisher canister
will be empty. The boat owner/operator
should have the canister replaced as soon
as possible.
MasterCraft boats have also been
specied to carry a hand-held 2.5 lb.
monoammonium phosphate expellant
(dry chemical) unit, which is rated Class
A (trash, wood and paper), Class B (UL
Approved) and Class C (energized elec-
trical equipment). These units should be
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