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S
AFE
T
Y CHECK
S
AND SER
VICES
The following checks and services are essential to safe boating and must be per
formed. Get in the habit of
performing these checks in the same order each outing so that it becomes routine.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Safety Knowledge
4
General Precautions
8
Safety Afloat
9
Common Sense Advice
10
Hazardous Operations
11
Operator’s Responsibilities
11
Consistent Attention Required
12
Carbon Monoxide (C0)
13
Emergency Treatment for Co Poisioning
14
How to Protect Yourself and Others
15
Line of Sight
16
Weight Limits and Distribution
16
Personal Flotation Devices (Pfds) and Accessibility
17
Events Requiring Safety Knowledge
18
In the Event of a Fire
19
Fire Extinguishers
19
Fire Suppression and Extinguishing
20
Capsizing
21
Running Aground or Striking Underwater Objects
22
In-Water Activities Safety
22
Equipment
26
Recommended Equipment
27
Required Equipment
27
Safety Equipment
27
Sound Producing Devices
28
Visual Distress Signals
28
Navigational Lights
30
Warning Plates and Labels
30
Legal Requirements
32
Law Enforcement
33
Operator’s License
33
Boating under the Influence
33
Registration, Numbering and Documentation
34
Accident Reporting
35
Speeding and Noise
35
Refuse and Pollution
36
Radios—Telephones
36
Other Important Information
38
Communications
39
Insurance
40
Weather
40
Nautical Charts
41
Float Plan
41
Staying Afloat
41
Cold Water Survival
42
Inflatable Life Rafts
42
Rules of the Open Water
44
General Prudential Rule
45
Rules When Encountering Vessels
45
Sound Signals
45
Steering and Sailing Rules
45
Meeting
46
Crossing
47
Overtaking
47
Sailing Vessel Right-Of-Way
48
Fishing Vessel Right-Of-Way
48
Other Special Situations
48
Reading Buoys and Other Markers
49
Uniform State Waterway Marker System
49
2016 Model Features and Specs
52
X10
57
X20
59
X23
61
X30
63
X46
65
X26
67
Xstar
69
Prostar
71
Nxt20
73
Nxt22
75
Dashes and Video Screens
76
Variations in Gauges and Switches
78
Xstar Instrument Panel
79
Xseries Instrument Panel: 7” Video Screen
80
Xseries Instrument Panel: 4.3” Video Screen
81
Prostar Instrument Panel
82
Nxt Instrument Panel
83
Xseries Engine Gauges
84
Speedometer
85
Tachometer
85
3-In-1 Gauge: Fuel Gauge
85
Upper Half of Gauge
85
3-In-1 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
86
Lower Right Side
86
3-In-1 Water Temperature Gauge
87
Lower Left Side
87
Xseries Video Screen Operations HV700
88
Basic Navigation Features
90
Care and Maintenance
90
Quick Access Keys
91
Touch Commands
91
Audio
91
Ballast and Trim
93
Gauges
95
Video
95
Gps/Navigation
96
Profiles
97
New User Profile
98
Delete Current Profile
99
Edit Current User
100
Cruise
100
Settings Menu
101
User Settings
102
Ballast Settings (Tank Fill/Drain Times)
103
Tab Settings
103
Service Information
104
Fuel Settings
104
Factory Settings
105
Engine Diagnostics
106
PDM Diagnostics
106
Active Faults/Stored Faults
106
Corrective Action
106
GPS Settings
107
Waypoint Manager
107
Time Set-Up Parameters
108
Track Manager
108
Chart Set-Up Parameters
108
Chart / Time Setup
108
Troubleshooting
109
GPS Status
109
Depth / Position Setup
109
Display Appears Not to Work or Doesn’t Come on
109
Xseries Video Screen Operations HV450
110
Product Information
112
Soft Key Commands
113
Cruise/Profile
115
Cruise/Profile Screen Soft Key Commands
115
Main Settings Menu
116
User Settings Descriptions
118
User Settings Soft Key Commands
118
Software Version
120
Oil Change Reset
120
Dealer Service Reset
120
Get Faults
121
Fault Code Pop-Ups
121
How to Hide/Show Faults
121
Display Resets or Goes off When Starting Engine
123
Display Has no Back Light
123
Display Has no Keypad Back Light
123
Xstar Video Screen Operations
124
4.5” Touch Screen
127
Screens
127
7” Non-Touch Screen
127
4.5” Static, Non-Touch Screen
127
Touch Screen Navigation
128
Function and Description
128
Quick Access/Key Features
129
New Rider Profile
130
Modify Rider Profile
132
Stereo Display
133
Stereo Display—Soft Key Commands
133
Gps Display
134
GPS Display—Soft Key and Touch Point Commands
135
GPS Utilities Menu
135
Chart and Time Set-Up
136
Depth and Position Set-Up
137
Track Menu
137
Main Menu Options
138
Depth and Position Settings
140
Engine Diagnostics–Soft Key Commands
141
Utilities
143
Ballast Settings
143
Prostar Engine Gauges
146
Prostar Video Screen Operations
150
Touch Commands Description
156
Heater and Lights
156
Tournament Events
162
Tournament and Training Modes
162
Slalom Screen
163
Course Manager
166
Jump Settings
169
Tournament or Training
169
Trick Screen
170
NXT Operations
182
Port Side of Dash
184
Top Center of Dash
184
Starboard Side of Dash
186
Tsunami Pump System
186
NXT20/22 Video Screen Operations
190
Display Keys and Menu Bar
192
Display Keys Features and Actions
193
Alarm Icons
193
Screen Features
194
Home
194
Status
195
Trim
196
Main Menu
196
Fire Extinguisher
197
Factory Reset
197
Day Brightness
197
Night Brightness
197
Boat Operations
202
Basic Electrical Components
204
Low Voltage Battery Alarm
209
Other Alarms
210
Battery Charger
210
12-Volt Receptacle
211
Ignition Key Slot
212
Ignition Start-Stop
213
Special Attention
214
Additional Safety Support
218
Cleats
221
Below Deck
226
Blower System
231
Transom Protection Film
231
Visual Assistance
236
Navigation/Anchor Lights
237
Tower Lights
238
Courtesy/Storage
239
Compartment Lights
239
Underwater Lights
240
Sport Enhancement
242
Attitude Adjustment Plate
243
Ballast Systems
247
Tower Accessory Options
260
Comfort and Convenience
264
Stereo Components
265
Seat Heaters
269
Anchor
270
Canvas Covers
272
Head and Toilet System
275
Toilet Operation When Connected to Tank Monitor System
276
Toilet System Start-Up
276
To Empty the Waste Holding Tank
277
Optional Overboard Discharge
277
Cleaning the Toilet
278
During Extended Periods of Non-Use
278
Winterizing Toilet System
279
Removable Coolers
280
Refrigeration
281
Wet Bar
282
Storage Space
284
Ladders
285
Seating
287
Removable Rear Seats
291
Surf Sleeves
292
Gopro Viewing System
292
Preparation
296
Using Care When Fueling
299
Fuel Levels
300
ILMOR MARINE Engines
302
Fuel Pump Does Not Run When the Engine Start-Stop Button Is Pressed
303
Troubleshooting the Fuel System
303
What Type of Gasoline to Use
303
Safety Checks and Services
306
New Boat Break-In
310
Abnormal Vibration or Noises
311
Fuel, Oil or Water Leaks
311
Vary the Engine Speed
311
Plane the Boat Quickly
311
After Break-In
312
Starting and Basic Operations
314
Shifting Gears
316
Under Way
316
Stopping
317
Operational Hints
318
Loading the Boat
319
Emergencies
319
Courtesy
319
First Time Operation
319
Basic Maneuvering
320
High Speed Operation
320
Unusual Operating Conditions
322
Docking and Tie-Up
322
Care and Maintenance
324
Lifting the Boat
326
Using Lifting Eyes
327
Using Lifting Slings
327
Storage Cradle
328
Corrosion Prevention
330
Galvanic Corrosion
331
Salt Water Corrosion
331
Marine Growth
332
Stainless Steel and Chrome
332
Anodized Aluminum
332
Cleaning the Boat
334
Hull
335
Carpet
336
Platforms
336
All Wood Platforms
336
Oil-Based Stains
337
Spills
337
Non-Oil Based Stains
337
Aquatrac Platforms
337
Windshield
338
Fiberglass Swim Platform
338
Important Background Information
338
Enclosed Head
340
Upholstery
341
Additional Upholstery Cleaning Information
342
Recommended Products
343
Non-Recommended Products
343
Maintenance Service
344
Maintenance Definitions
345
Frequency and Scheduled Maintenance
345
Before each Use
346
After each Use
346
Before Starting the Engine
346
Quarterly (Every Fifty [50] Hours)
346
Scheduled Maintenance
347
Inspect Seacock Strainer
347
Inspect the Battery Connections and Hold-Downs
348
Inspect the Throttle and Shift Cables for Kinks, Wear and Interference
349
Inspect the Fuel System for Leaks
350
Note any Exhaust Odors
351
After Starting the Engine
351
Repeat Check for Fuel And/Or Exhaust Leaks
352
General Cleaning and Storage
353
Scheduled Maintenance
354
Quarterly- Every Fifty [50] Hours
355
Annually - Every One Hundred [100] Hours
355
Annual Maintenance
355
Check the Engine Mounts
356
Check the Propeller Shaft Coupling Alignment
356
Inspect the Exhaust Flaps for Damage
356
Lubricate the Steering System
357
Lubricate the Shift and Throttle System
358
Check the Ballast Pump Impeller
358
Inspect the Complete Fuel System for Leakage and Change Fuel Filter
359
Fire Extinguisher and Suppression Units
360
Storage and Winterization
362
General Preparation
363
Fuel System Treatment
363
General Power Package Preparation
365
Other Winterization Preparations
366
Ballast System Preparations
367
Reactivating the Boat after Storage
368
Propeller Maintenance
369
Checking/Repairing Propellers
369
Changing Propellers
370
Trailers
372
The Mastercraft Trailer
374
Salt Water Effects
375
Chips in the Paint
375
Trailer Maintenance Quick Tips
375
Regular Cleaning
376
Braking System
376
Tow Vehicle Approach
376
Seven-Wire Connector
376
Backing up
377
Parking
377
Uncoupling
378
Unbalanced Load
378
Difficult Towing
378
Check Trailer Jack and Lug Wrench
378
Load-Carrying Capacity
379
A Proper Match
379
Weight Distribution
380
The Trailer Hitch
381
Safety Cables
382
Breakaway Cable
383
Checking and Resetting the Breakaway Cable
384
Trailer Winch Assembly
384
Swing Tongue
385
How to Attach the Trailer
386
To Open the Coupler
386
To Close the Coupler
386
Lights
387
Adding Grease or Removing Hubs
388
Hubs, Wheel Bearings, Axles and Lubrication
388
Wheels
389
Lug Nuts or Wheel Bolts
390
Tires
392
Reading Tire Wear
393
Samples of Abnormal Wear
393
Underinflation
393
Feathering
393
One Side Wear
394
Cupping
394
Second-Rib Wear
394
Recommended Brake Fluid
396
Manual Bleeding of Brakes
398
Brake Lockout
398
Manual Brake Lockout for the Actuator
398
Trailer Jack
400
Tie Downs
400
Hitching up
401
Helpful Tips
401
Trailer Hitching Steps
401
Trailer Tips and Techniques
402
Use Common Sense
402
Slow down
402
Pass with Extra Care
402
Conserve Fuel
403
Swing Wider
403
Check the Rear View Mirrors
403
Launching Tips and Techniques
405
Check the Ramp First
405
Prepare for Launching
405
Slowly Back the Trailer down the Ramp
405
Towing Requirements
407
Trailer Checklist
407
Maintenance
408
Before Initial Use
409
Before Every Trip
409
Every Three to Six Months or 250 Miles, Whichever Occurs First
410
Annually or Every 2,000 Miles, Whichever Occurs First
410
Storage (for Several Months)
411
Coupler Latch Handle Not Opening or Closing Easily
412
Extended Storage (in Excess of One Year)
412
Squeaking, Clunking and Clattering at the Actuator
413
Brakes Not Operating or Performing Poorly
414
One Brake Is Overheating
414
More than One Brake Is Overheating
415
Potential Issues with the Actuator Include
415
Limited Warranty Statement
416
Warranty Registration and Transfer
422
Mastercraft Limited Warranty Transfer Form
424
Service Log
426
Index
430
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MasterCraft X46 Specifications
General
Beam
102"
Draft
30"
Seating Capacity
15 persons
Engine
Ilmor
Ballast Weight
3, 000 lbs
Wakeboard Tower
ZFT4
Stereo System
Fusion
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