MasterCraft XT24 2023 - Bilge System, Center Drain, Transom Drain Plugs, Sea Strainers and Scuppers

2023 OWNER’S MANUAL
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BILGE SYSTEM, CENTER DRAIN,
TRANSOM DRAIN PLUGS, SEA
STRAINERS AND SCUPPERS
Bilge pumps will not operate in either the manual or automatic
mode if the batteries are fully discharged. This condition may
allow excessive water into the hull, which can damage or sink the
boat. Make frequent checks of battery charge and bilge pump
function when boats are moored and exposed to the elements.
Models
All
Purpose
Water inevitably intrudes into any boat. MasterCraft boats are
designed to expel the water via the bilge system. When on the
water, bilge pumps will expel water. Bilge pump sensors allow the
system to pump water overboard either automatically or manually.
Because the bilge is located in the lowest portion of the boat’s
hull, it is not always readily apparent to individuals on-board
whether there is water in the bilge or not. To allow operators the
opportunity to manually verify water levels in the bilge, a center
access plate or access door is built into every boat.
All boats (except ProStar) have two drain plugs, which allow water
to be drained from the boat when the boat is OUT of the water.
There is a center T-handle drain (the only one for a Prostar) and
a transom drain plug. When out of the water, on a trailer or lift,
water can normally be drained into the bilge system by opening the
center drain.
Boats have sea strainers installed to assist in keeping debris
out of the engine and water intake systems such as the ballast
system.
Location
The bilge lines and pumps are beneath the decks. The center drain
location will vary slightly by model, but generally is found close to
or adjacent to the driver’s seat. It will be accessed through a hatch
or access plate, which may be under marine carpet. A transom