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the automatic discharge. Boats are equipped with a discharge
indication light at the instrument panel or on the video display
gauge at the helm.
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 MasterCraft dealer prior
to operating again. Failure to follow these instructions could result
in death or serious injury/illness.
Troubleshooting
• If there is evidence of fire in the engine compartment of a
V-drive boat and the automatic fire suppression system does
not activate, pull the manual override (on domestic boats only).
The override location is illustrated in the Guide to Individual
Models of this Owner’s Manual. Boat owners should also
confirm this location with the assistance of an authorized
MasterCraft dealer.
• If the manual override does not deploy, ensure all persons on-
board are equipped with PFDs (personal flotation devices). If
there is time, send visual and sound signals of the emergency.
All persons should abandon ship and move to a safer location.
Boats can be consumed by fire and even explode if there are
fuel fumes. If a fire begins in another location other than the
Location
Automatic Fire Extinguishers: All automatic fire extinguishers
are located in the engine compartments on all boats. The locations
of automatic fire suppression override units’ manual override
varies by model, but generally is in the vicinity of the helm.
Manual Fire Extinguishers: Manual fire extinguishers have
various locations within the boat, but are generally located
under either the observer seat or in the head and all are easily
accessible. Be certain to determine the location of all fire
suppression and extinguishing units on the boat. Your authorized
MasterCraft dealer can assist you.
Operation
Automatic Fire Extinguisher Manual Override: It is possible to
manually override the HFC-227 fire extinguishing system on all
non-CE packaged boats. Pull the pin from the red handle labeled
FIRE near the helm seat. Pull up on the FIRE handle to deploy
the system.
Manual Fire Extinguishers: Pull the pin and squeeze the trigger.
Special Attention
In case of an engine compartment fire, shut down the engine
and blowers before manual discharge, or immediately following