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2017 OWNERS MANUAL / 402

TRAILERS

Table of Contents

Table of Contents2
Safety Knowledge3
- Safety4
- General Precautions5
- Safety Afloat5
- Carbon Monoxide7
Consistent Attention Required7
- Emergency Treatment8
- How to Protect Yourself8
- Line of Sight9
- Personal Flotation Devices9
- In the Event of a Fire10
- Fire Extinguishers10
- Fire Suppression and Extinguishing11
- Capsizing11
- Safety Equipment14
- Recommended Equipment14
- Required Equipment14
- Sound Producing Devices15
- Visual Distress Signals15
- Navigational Lights16
- Warning Plates and Labels16
- Law Enforcement17
- Boating under the Influence17
Legal Requirements17
- Accident Reporting18
- Speeding and Noise18
- Radios—Telephones19
- Refuse and Pollution19
- Communications20
Other Important Information20
- Float Plan21
- Nautical Charts21
- Weather21
- Insurance21
- Cold Water Survival22
- Inflatable Life Rafts22
- Anchoring22
- Steering and Sailing Rules/Sound Signals23
- Rules When Encountering Vessels23
Rules of the Open Water23
- Meeting24
- Crossing24
- Overtaking24
- Other Special Situations25
- Fishing Vessel Right-Of-Way25
- Sailing Vessel Right-Of-Way25
- Features28
- Specifications28
Dashes and Video Screens40
- Variations in Gauges and Switches41
- X and Xt Series Instrument Panel: 7 Video Screen41
- Xstar Instrument Panel42
- Prostar Instrument Panel43
- Nxt Series Instrument Panel43
- Upper Half of Gauge44
- Tachometer44
- 3-In-1 Gauge: Fuel Gauge44
- Speedometer44
Series Engine Gauges44
- 3-In-1 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge45
- 3-In-1 Water Temperature Gauge45
- Lower Right Side45
- Care and Maintenance47
- Basic Navigation Features47
- Quick Access Keys47
- Touch Commands47
- Ballast and Trim48
- Gauges49
- Video49
- Profiles50
- Gps/Navigation50
- New User Profile51
- Delete Current Profile51
- Settings Menu52
- Edit Current User52
- Cruise52
- Ballast Settings (Tank Fill/Drain Times)53
- Service Information53
- Tab Settings53
- User Settings53
- Fuel Management Software and Settings54
- Using Fuel Management Software54
- Epdm & Engine Diagnostics55
- Factory Settings55
- Engine Diagnostics55
- PDM Diagnostics55
- GPS Settings56
- Waypoint Manager56
- Track Manager56
- Chart / Time Setup56
- Display Appears Not to Work or Doesn’t Come on57
- Depth / Position Setup57
- GPS Status57
- Troubleshooting57
Series Video Screen Operations HV45058
- Main Settings Menu61
- Fuel Settings61
- User Settings Descriptions62
- User Settings Soft Key Commands62
- Software Version63
- Oil Change Reset63
- Dealer Service Reset63
- Display Has no Keypad Back Light65
- Display Has no Back Light65
- Display Resets or Goes off When Starting Engine65
Xstar Video Screen Operations67
- Screens68
- Touch Screen Navigation69
- Quick Access/Key Features69
- New Rider Profile70
- Modify Rider Profile71
- Stereo Display71
- Gps Display72
- Chart and Time Set-Up73
- Depth and Position Set-Up73
- Main Menu Options74
- Gps Utilities74
- Fault Code Pop-Ups76
- Utilities77
- Ballast Settings77
- Fuel Gauge78
- Basic Navigation Features81
- Ballast & Trim82
- Heater and Lights83
- Touch Commands Description83
- User Settings92
- Top Center of Dash98
- Port Side of Dash98
- Starboard Side of Dash99
- Tsunami Pump System99
- Special Conditions100
- Product Information102
- Screen Features103
- Gauge103
- Status103
Boat Operations107
Circuit Breakers108
Basic Electrical Components108
- Single Battery109
- Location109
- Dual Batteries110
- Low Voltage Battery Alarm110
- Other Alarms111
- Battery Charger111
- 12-Volt Receptacle112
- Ignition Key Slot112
- Ignition Start-Stop113
- Engine Emergency Safety113
- Stop Switch113
- Operational Control114
Additional Safety Support115
- Cleats116
- Horn117
- Mirrors117
- Ski/Wakeboard/Surf Rope118
Below Deck119
- Transom Protection Film121
- Blower System121
- Steering System122
- Dockstar Handling System123
- Water Jet Bow Thruster123
- Zinc Anode124
- Navigation/Anchor Lights125
Visual Assistance125
- Docking Lights126
- Tower Lights126
- Tower Dome Light126
- Courtesy/Storage127
- Compartment Lights127
- Underwater Lights127
- Attitude Adjustment Plate129
Sport Enhancement129
- Autolaunch131
- Gen2 Surf System131
- Ballast Systems132
- Pylons133
- Swim Platforms134
- Folding down the Platform134
- Securing the Platform134
- Platform Care135
- Oiling the Garapa Gold Platform135
- Ski Racks136
- Towers136
- Raising and Lowering the Prostar Tower136
- Lowering and Raising the ZFT4 Tower137
- Additional Special Attention138
- Tower Accessory Options138
- Lowering and Raising the ZFT7 Tower138
- Xstar, X and XT Series Speaker Lights139
- Vertical Surf Racks: General Information139
- Vertical Surf Racks: Installation/Removal139
- Stereo Components141
Comfort and Convenience141
- Glove Box142
- Heater142
- Seat Heaters143
- Anchor143
- Canvas Covers144
- Prostar Bimini145
- Bimini Canvas145
- Zft4 and Zft7 Bimini145
- Nxt Bimini146
- Transom/Swim147
- Engine Flush147
- Head and Toilet System148
- To Empty the Waste Holding Tank149
- Cleaning the Toilet149
- During Extended Periods of Non-Use149
- Winterizing Toilet System149
- Removable Coolers150
- Refrigeration151
- Wet Bar151
- Storage Space152
- Ladders152
- Seating/Bow Lid153
- Seating154
- Gas Assisted Seat Lift155
- Removable Rear Seats155
- Convertible Center Rear Seat155
- X46 Reversible Helm Seat156
- Surf Sleeves156
- Gopro Viewing System156
Preparation158
- Using Care When Fueling159
- Fuel Levels160
- Gasoline161
Ilmor Marine Engines161
- Before each Operation163
- During Operation163
Safety Checks and Services163
New Boat Break-In165
- After Break-In166
- Starting the Engine167
- Before Starting167
Starting and Basic Operations167
- Shifting Gears168
- Under Way168
- Stopping168
- Loading the Boat169
- Emergencies169
- Courtesy169
Operational Hints169
- Basic Maneuvering170
- High Speed Operation170
- Unusual Operating Conditions171
- Docking and Tie-Up171
Care and Maintenance172
- Using Lifting Eyes173
- Using Lifting Slings173
Lifting the Boat173
- Storage Cradle174
- Galvanic Corrosion175
Corrosion Prevention175
- Salt Water Corrosion176
- Saltwater Care & Maintenance176
- Stainless Steel and Chrome/Anodized Aluminum176
- Marine Growth176
- Hull177
Cleaning the Boat177
- Carpet178
- Aquatrac Platforms178
- Spills178
- Platforms178
- Windshield179
- Fiberglass Swim Platform179
- Important Background Information179
- Cleaning179
- Enclosed Head180
- Upholstery180
- Non-Recommended Products181
- Additional Upholstery Cleaning Information181
- Recommended Products181
- Frequency and Scheduled Maintenance182
- Maintenance Definitions182
Maintenance Service182
- Before each Use183
- After each Use183
- Scheduled Maintenance183
- Inspect Seacock Strainer183
- Inspect the Throttle and Shift Cables for Kinks, Wear and Interference184
- Inspect the Battery Connections and Hold-Downs184
- Note any Exhaust Odors185
- After Starting the Engine185
- Inspect the Fuel System185
- Repeat Check for Fuel And/Or Exhaust Leaks186
- General Cleaning and Storage186
- Annual Maintenance187
Scheduled Maintenance187
- Inspect the Exhaust Flaps for Damage188
- Lubricate the Steering System188
- Check the Propeller Shaft Coupling Alignment188
- Check the Engine Mounts188
- Lubricate the Throttle189
- Check the Ballast Pump Impeller189
- Inspect the Complete Fuel System for Leakage and Change Fuel Filter189
- Fire Extinguisher and Suppression Units190
- Other Maintenance190
- General Preparation191
- Fuel System Treatment191
Storage and Winterization191
- General Power Package192
- Other Winterization Preparations192
- Ballast System Winterization193
- Reactivating the Boat after Storage194
- Propeller Maintenance195
- Checking/Repairing Propellers195
- Changing Propellers196
- Trim Control199
- Fuel Filter200
- Other Alarms200
- Fire Suppression201
- Ski Cage201
- Rope Deflector202
- Swim Platform202
- Special Care Notice203
- Engine Kickstand203
- A Proper Match205
- Trailer Maintenance and Quick Tips205
- Chips in the Paint205
The Mastercraft Trailer205
- Salt Water Effects206
- Regular Cleaning206
- Braking System206
- Seven-Wire Connector206
- Load-Carrying Capacity207
- Weight Distribution208
- The Trailer Hitch208
- Safety Cables209
- Breakaway Cable209
- Trailer Winch Assembly210
- Swing Tongue210
- How to Attach the Trailer210
- Lights211
- To Open the Coupler211
- To Close the Coupler211
- Hubs, Wheel Bearings, Axles and Lubrication212
- Wheels212
- Adding Grease or Removing Hubs212
- Lug Nuts or Wheel Bolts213
- Tires214
- Reading Tire Wear214
- Samples of Abnormal Wear214
- Underinflation214
- One Side Wear215
- Cupping215
- Second-Rib Wear215
- Recommended Brake Fluid216
- Brake Lockout217
- Manual Bleeding of Brakes217
- Hitching up218
- Tie Downs218
- Trailer Jack218
- Trailer Tips and Techniques219
- Use Common Sense219
- Slow down219
- Pass with Extra Care219
- Launching Tips and Techniques220
- Check the Ramp First220
- Slowly Back the Trailer down the Ramp220
- Reloading the Trailer220
- Towing Requirements221
- Trailer Checklist221
- Maintenance222
- Storage (for Several Months)223
- Coupler Latch Handle Not Opening or Closing Easily224
- Squeaking, Clunking and Clattering at the Actuator224
- Brakes Not Operating or Performing Poorly225
- One Brake Is Overheating225
- More than One Brake Is Overheating225
Limited Warranty Statement226
Warranty Registration and Transfer229
Mastercraft Limited Warranty Transfer Form230
Service Log231
Glossary of Terms233
Index235

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