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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.
CAPSIZING
In addition to fire, a boater’s greatest concern may be with the
possibility of capsizing or overturning the boat. A number of
factors can occur that will result in a boat overturning (high waves,
excessive wakes, bad weather) or sinking as a result of damage
such as striking an underwater object 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 fire or release
of gasoline, in most instances it is wise to remain with the boat.
Climbing on the hull will make it easier for rescuers to locate you
and others.
MEANS OF RE-BOARDING
There are several ways to re-board a MasterCraft boat from the
water. In some models, ladders are oered to assist in re-boarding.
On some models, re-boarding ladders may be mounted to the swim
platform. To re-board using a ladder, deploy the ladder and use it to
climb up into the boat or onto the swim platform. Always maintain
three points of contact with the boat when using a ladder to re-
board the boat. For instructions on deploying a ladder, refer to the
Ladders section of this Owner’s Manual.
In some models, ladders are an option or may not be available. To re-
board a boat without an optional ladder, move to the swim platform
on the transom. Place both hands, palms down, onto the top of the
platform. Using your legs to kick swiftly upwards, pull your body and
legs up over the edge of the platform. Additional leverage may be
gained by using the grab handles integrated into the swim platform.
Lean into the platform and swing one leg up onto the platform.
Use the grab handles to provide support while pulling the rest of
your body onto the platform. Stand up, maintaining three points of
contact with the boat and use the transom step to climb back into
the cockpit of the boat.
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