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Before starting the engine, open the engine compartment and
check for gasoline fumes, fuel and oil leaks or the presence of fuel
or oil in the bilge.
NOTE: Always start the engine with the control lever in the neutral
position or with the shift disengaged. Your boat is equipped with
a neutral- start safety switch that will not allow the engine to be
started when in gear.
Starting the Engine
Attach the emergency engine safety switch tether (lanyard) to an
article of your clothing and to the switch.
All models will have a removable ignition key. Its purpose is for
safety and security. The key should be inserted prior to starting an
outing, and removed at the conclusion. This is intended to prevent
theft or unapproved use of the boat.
The process for starting the boat is:
• Insert the key and turn. This turns ON the electrical system and
prompts the battery(ies) to provide power.
• Momentarily press the ENGINE START-STOP button.
NOTE: While the engine is warming up, check to see that all lights,
video screens and gauges operate properly. Check that the steer-
ing system operates freely. There should be no apparent leaks
under pressure.
STARTING AND
BASIC OPERATIONS
NOTE: If you are operating this boat for the first time, you must follow the engine and drive train break-in procedures
as described in the engine owners manual. Failure to follow these procedures may result in serious damage and may
void any warranties!
Before Starting
Familiarize yourself with the controls and indicators used on this
MasterCraft boat. Perform all Safety Checks and Services as de-
scribed in that part of this section of the Owner’s Manual. Also per-
form all Scheduled Maintenance Checks and Services as described
in this Owner’s Manual.
Step 1
Lift the engine cover and inspect the bilge and engine compartment
for any fluid/vapor leakage. MasterCraft recommends lifting the
engine compartment cover for inspection before each use.
Step 2
Check the hull drain plugs. Make sure they are installed and secure.
Step 3
Operate the bilge blower for at least four (4) minutes. Leave the
bilge blower ON through the starting process and until the boat is
on plane.
To prevent a possible explosion, operate the blower for at least
four (4) minutes before starting the engine and always when at idle
or slow-running speed. Explosive gasoline and/or battery fumes
may be present in the engine compartment. Failure to do so may
result in serious injury or death!
Summary of Contents for NXT20 2017
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Page 40: ...2017 OWNERS MANUAL 74 DASHESAND VIDEOSCREENS ...
Page 42: ...2017 OWNERS MANUAL 78 XANDXTSERIESINSTRUMENTPANEL 4 3 VIDEOSCREEN XSTARINSTRUMENTPANEL ...
Page 43: ...2017 OWNERS MANUAL 80 PROSTARINSTRUMENTPANEL NXTSERIESINSTRUMENTPANEL ...
Page 58: ...2017 OWNERS MANUAL 110 XANDXTSERIES VIDEOSCREEN OPERATIONSHV450 ...
Page 67: ...2017 OWNERS MANUAL 128 XSTAR VIDEOSCREEN OPERATIONS XSTARINSTRUMENTPANEL ...
Page 80: ...2017 OWNERS MANUAL 154 PROSTAR VIDEOSCREEN OPERATIONS ...
Page 97: ...2017 OWNERS MANUAL 188 NXT OPERATIONS ...
Page 101: ...2017 OWNERS MANUAL 196 NXT20 22 VIDEOSCREEN OPERATIONS ...
Page 107: ...2017 OWNERS MANUAL 208 BOAT OPERATIONS ...
Page 158: ...2017 OWNERS MANUAL 310 PREPARATION ...
Page 172: ...2017 OWNERS MANUAL 338 CAREAND MAINTENANCE ...
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