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2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Page ixTable of ContentsWelcome Aboard ...

the stern of the boat and will keep the bow down. As you throttle up and speed increas-es, raise the tab(s) by pressing BOW UP on both sides of a dual

Plug ’n Play The Plug ’n Play ballast system gives consumers the abil-ity to mix and match ballast loads as an option on X-Star boats. If ordered as

2. Once the bags are installed, you are ready to go. In order to fill the ballast bags, after the hard tanks are filled, find the Plug ’n Play switches

operators to be aware of how it impacts handling. Maneuvering a boat with the surf tabs extended requires practice to master. Initial times running

Folding Down the Platform Remove the safety hinge pins in each swim platform bracket. Begin by lifting the platform about four (4) inches upward whi

The ZFT0 tower (left) is an upright tower. The ZFT4 tower (right)can be manu-ally raised or lowered (for storage or ease of tow-ing over the road.) No

Convenience Controls12-Volt Receptacle (All Models; Some May Have Multiple Receptacles) MasterCraft boats have one (1) or more 12-volt recep-tacle

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Electronic Instrumentation • Page 3-21Display Selector Switch(ProStar 190, ProStar 197) On the models equipped with

Also note that the underwater lights should never be operated unless the boat is in the water. Even though these are L.E.D. lights, they generate so

Canvas Covers One of the most popular options for MasterCraft boats are the variety of canvas covers available. Speak with an authorized MasterCraft

Safety Knowledge

Fire Suppression and Extinguishing See also the Safety section of this Owner’s Manual. All MasterCraft X-Series are equipped with an auto-matic

Step 2: Remove the water cap and fill the upper tank until it reaches about 1 inch (25 mm) below the opening. Replace the cap.Step 3: Pull the flush

Heater All MasterCraft models oer a heater option. The heater’s three-position switch is turned up for ON (LOW), or turned down for ON (HIGH).Thec

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Electronic Instrumentation • Page 3-27 Food items or anything that can create an odor should not be left in the refr

the seat back oers no security to persons seated at the back of the boat and they could slide o and into the water, with the possibility of making c

Shower or Wash Down Many models oer a shower or wash down option. The switches are marked for each and may also include the underwater lights, where

Stereo Equipment All stereo equipment, whether standard or optional equipment, comes with extensive instruction material. Please refer to this materi

Preparation

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Preparation • Page 4-3 MasterCraft boats are equipped with a highly innovative fuel system. This sys-tem is designed

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Preparation • Page 4-4Using Care When FuelingGasoline is explosive. If a gasoline odor is present or gasoline is visu

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 orde

During Operation• Checkgaugesfrequentlyforoperatingconditions.• Payattentionthatcontrolsoperatesmoothly.• Noteanyexcessivevibration.Af

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Preparation • Page 4-7Therstfty(50)hoursofoperationarethemostimportantfortheboat.Properbreak-inwill

• Pay close attention to the gauges. It is important to stop the engine immediately if the gauges indicate a problem. Low oil pressure and overheatin

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Preparation • Page 4-9 NOTE: If you are operating this boat for the first time, you must follow the en-gine and drive

• ON(engineisrunning)• Start(turnthekeytoengagetheenginestarter,thenreleasetoallowthekeytoauto-maticallyreturntotheONpositio

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Preparation • Page 4-11Underway If the oil pressure gauge indicates low or no oil pressure, immediately stop the boa

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Preparation • Page 4-12

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Preparation • Page 4-13 MasterCraft urges all who will be operating the boat to seek certified instruction from the l

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Safety Knowledge • Page 1-3 Prior to operation, be certain that all passengers are aware of where the safety equipme

Courtesy Always respect the rights of others on the water. Keep wide when passing, slow down in crowded areas, be alert and be aware of your wake and

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Preparation • Page 4-15High Speed Operation MasterCraftboatsaredesignedtobehigh-performanceboats.Professiona

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Preparation • Page 4-16 Elevation and weather also have a very noticeable eect on the wide-open-throttle powerofa

Care and Maintenance

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-3 When the boat is hoisted from the water, proper use of the stern eyes or a sling sys

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-4Lifting the BoatStorage Cradle If a storage cradle is used, the hull must be properly

NOTE: DAMAGE DUE TO CORROSION IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY!Galvanic Corrosion Galvanic corrosion (electrolysis) to the boat is the decomposition of

Be sure all fasteners used are approved and rated for marine use. Most fasteners used on MasterCraft boats are stainless steel or specially coated to

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-7 Periodic cleaning is the best way to keep your boat looking like new. Regular washin

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Carpet Occasionally washing with mild detergent and warm water or household carpet cleaners will help keep the carpet clean. Thoroughly hose the dete

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-9 AquaTrac platforms: AquaTrac should be handled only with clean hands. Oil, grease o

If stains still appear, the surface may be restored by lightly sanding the area with 24-36 grit sandpaper. The sanded area will probably appear slig

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-11Canvas Covers The material used in constructing Bimini tops and boat covers is made

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-12chlorine bleach will not change the color of the fabric, but chlorine bleach will eve

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-13Upholstery While the vinyl is made to withstand the elements, it is im-portant to ca

Recommended ProductsMasterCraf Vinyl DressingVinyl Finish Vinyl CleanerMild Dish Soap 303 High Tech Fabric Guard™303 Fabric and Vinyl Cleaner™Non-Re

At MasterCraft we have made every eort to produce the most environmentally friendly products available for our boat care line. We understand that a

Boat Care ProductsMasterCraft Hull Cleaner MasterCraft Hull Cleaner is the product of choice for the removal of water stains, iron and metal depos

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-17Frequency and Scheduled Maintenance Proper care, maintenance and adjustment will

Safety Equipment Federal law requires certain safety equipment to be on-board your boat at all times. Responsible boaters carry additional equipment

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-18Maintenance Service• Checkthecoolingsystemlevel(freshwatercooling-equippedbo

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-19Before Each Use (Prior to Starting the Engine) ReviewtheSafety Checks and Services

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-20Scheduled Maintenance•Cleancorrosionfrom the battery posts with a battery termina

If a replacement battery is required, be certain to select a marine battery with at leastseven-hundred-fty(750)cold-cranking-ampsatzerodegree

limited area. If the odor of gasoline is strong or if you see visual evidence of fuel outside the system, cease all operations and take the boat immed

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-23stereo has been functioning when the boat engine is OFF, the voltage drain on the bat

After Each UseGeneral Cleaning and Storage RefertotheCorrosion Prevention and Cleaning the Boat sections of this Owner’s Manual. After each outing

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-25Check the Engine MountsSome engine parts become very hot during operation. This inspe

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-26V-drive engines the steer-ing is located in the engine compartment, beneath the engin

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-27forthereinstallationprocess.Swingthecoveroutofthewaytoallowaccesstothe

Fire extinguishers require periodic maintenance. Monthly, each fire extinguisher on your boat should be examined to be sure that the seals and tamper

(“ABYC”) standards, and must be Underwriter’s Laboratory (“UL”)-approved. Inferior quality components pose a serious safety threat to you and others,

Storageorwinterlay-uprequiresspecialpreparationtopreventdamagetotheboat.Sincewinterstorageisanannualevent,itpresentsanexce

Storage & Winterizationpushing out gasoline vapor-and-air mixtures. When the temperature falls, pressure lowers and the system will seek to draw f

Fuel systems on all boats MUST be properly prepared for storage periods exceeding two (2) weeks, as outlined in this Owner’s Manual. Failure to do so

Step 8: Cover the boat with a boat cover or tarp. Note: If the boat is to be stored outside and subject to accumulations of snow, water and ice,

gauge can be inserted at any point, the engine must be re-adjusted until proper alignment is obtained. This should be performed by an authorized Maste

The following chart will assist you in finding and correcting minor mechanical and electrical problems with your Mas-terCraft boat. Engine manuals

MasterCraftLimited Warranty Statement

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Limited Warranty Statement • Page 6-3Limited Warranty Statement1. Disclaimer and Limitation of Implied Warranties.

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Safety Knowledge • Page 1-7Fire Suppression and Extinguishing (ProStar 190, ProStar 197, and ProStar 214 direct driv

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Limited Warranty Statement • Page 6-4Limited Warranty Statement2.3 Other Component Parts (Excluding Engine and Trans

each provide a separate warranty of three (3) years from the date of the original retail purchase of the boat or the initial use of the boat, whicheve

(g) damage resulting from the use of the boat for any racing, speed, com-mercial competition or performance demonstration;(h) damage resulting from

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual •Limited Warranty Statement • Page 6-75. Limitation of Liability.5.1 Liability Limitation: Exclusion of Consequential

occurs within three (3) years of the date of the original retail purchase of the boat by the original retail purchaser; AND (b) the original retail pu

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Limited Warranty Statement • Page 6-9 Subject to the terms of this Limited Warranty, any covered boat or component p

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Limited Warranty Statement • Page 6-10of the boat by the original retail purchaser occurs within three (3) years of t

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Page 6-11 As Needed Date Date Date Date Replace raw water impeller Replace ballast impeller(s) Add/change

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Page 6-12New Boat Introduction Your new MasterCraft boat will include not only this Owner’s Manual, but also an engi

Recommended Routine Inspection Process(Reproduce this sheet as needed.)The engine manufacturer has provided important information regarding care and m

Capsizing In addition to fire, a boater’s greatest concern may be with the possibility of capsiz-ing (or overturning) the boat. A number of factors ca

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Page 6-14Index12-Volt Receptacle...3-20190, ProStar ...

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Page 6=15Dangers, Warnings & Cautions ...iiDisplay Selector Switch ...3-21Distr

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Page 6-16Inspect Fuel System for Leaks ...5-21Inspect Seacock Strainer ...5-19Inspect t

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • age 6-17Propeller Maintenance...5-33Propeller Shaft Coupling Alignment, Check ...

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Page 6-18Switch, Blower ...3-4Switch, Courtesy/Storage Lights ...3-20S

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Safety Knowledge • Page 1-9PFD Accessibility• Wearable PFDs must be readily ac-cessible in the boat.• It sho

Congratulations on your boating choice! MasterCraft is the recognized world leader for inboard boats today and has been for forty-five (45) years. The

tight container painted red or orange and prominently marked “Distress Signals” or “Flares” is recommended. U.S.C.G.-approved pyrotechnic visual dist

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Safety Knowledge • Page 1-11Operator’s License Some states are implementing operator’s license requirements. These

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Safety Knowledge • Page 1-12Failure to comply with safety-related in-formation and instructions may result in serious

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Safety Knowledge • Page 1-13U.S. Coast Guard data shows that in boating deaths involving alcohol use, over half the v

PROPELLER(S) MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Shut o the engine(s) when near persons in the water, prior to using sunpads, swim platform or boardin

(opposite the wind) and turn OFF the engine prior to reaching them. Propellers and engine exhaust are only part of the potential problem for someone i

open waters. These charts show the nature and shape of the coast, depths of water, general configuration and character of the bottom. Other markings on

• If the engine fails, tie a sea anchor on a line from the boat to keep the boat headed into the waves. A bucket will work as a sea anchor in an emer

Anchoring Anchoring is done for two principal reasons: first, to stop for fishing, swimming, lunch or an overnight stay, and secondly, to keep a boat f

using something other than the 406 MHz EPIRB, be sure to understand the capabilities and limitations. Further information and a complete listing of

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Page ii Throughout this manual the terms “Danger,” “Warning,” and “Caution” appear, alert-ing the boat owner and/or

Speeding and Noise Some states and boating areas have imposed speed limits for operation of boats, including but not limited to no-wake zones. Noise

Carbon monoxide from exhaust pipes of inboard or outboard engines may build up inside and outside the boat in areas near ex-haust vents, particularly

certain health-related problems, and age will increase the eects of CO. Persons who smoke or are exposed to high concentrations of cigarette smoke, c

Where CO May Accumulate Carbon monoxide can accumulate anywhere in or around your boat. This includes:• inadequately ventilated canvas enclosures.•

Overloading a boat may cause it to become unstable and may potentially result in the boat’s otation system becoming overwhelmed. Too much weight ca

Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs) MasterCraft strongly encourages individuals to wear Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs). In many states, it is a leg

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Safety Knowledge • Page 1-26 MasterCraft cannot anticipate every type of activity or neglect that could result in

These rules determine which vessel has the right of way, and accordingly, what each vessel should do. The vessel with the right-of-way has the duty

Meeting If you are meeting another ves-sel head-on, and you are close enough to run the risk of collision, neither of you has the right-of-way. Both

Sailing Vessel Right-of-Way Sailing vessels should normally be given the right-of-way. The exceptions to this are:• When the sailing vessel is overt

Gasoline is explosive. If a gasoline odor is present or gasoline is visually observed in the bilge area during inspection, DO NOT START YOUR ENGINE! R

The following are the markings under the Uniform State Waterway Marker System: Green or Black Channel Marker Buoy: Traveling upstream, you should

Guide to Individual ModelsOverloading a boat may cause it to become unstable and may potentially result in the boat’s flotation system becoming overwhe

ProStar 190

Bow lightBow cleatStereo CD Player(inside glove box,where equipped)Sirius Satellite Radio(where equipped)Glove boxBattery(located in void beneath obse

ProStar 190Length of Boat ... 19’8”Width Amidship ...91”Boat Weight ...2,62

ProStar 197

Boats may also be equipped with towers, which may include stereo speakers, and/or lights.Bow lightBow cleatStereo CD Player(inside glove box,where equ

exhaust vent areas, which are located at the stern of the boat, and DO NOT swim or engage in any watersports or other activities in or near the stern

ProStar 197Length of Boat ... 19’8”Width Amidship ...91”Boat Weight ...2,800-3,070 lbs.L

ProStar 214

Boats may also be equipped with towers, which may include stereo speakers, and/or lights.Bow lightBow filler cushion(where equipped)Bow cleatGlove boxB

ProStar 214Length of Boat ...21’4”Width Amidship ...96”Boat Weight ...3,100-3,300 lbs.L

ProStar 214vX14v

Boats may also be equipped with towers, which may include stereo speakers, and/or lights.Bow lightBow filler cushion(where equipped)Bow cleatGlove boxB

ProStar 214v, X14vLength of Boat ...21’4”Width Amidship ...96”Boat Weight ...3,400

When boats are in motion, operators and passengers should always be seated on uphol-stered designated occupant seating. No other areas should be used

X2

Boats may also be equipped with towers, which may include stereo speakers, and/or lights.Bow cleatBow filler cushion(where equipped)Glove boxNav/anchor

X2Length of Boat ...20’Width Amidship ...96”Boat Weight ...3,350-3,500 lbs.Length of

X25

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Guide to Individual Models • Page 2-25Boats may also be equipped with towers, which may include stereo speakers, and/

X25Length of Boat ... 21’6”Width Amidship ... 102”Boat Weight ... 4,150-4,370 lbs.Length o

X30

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Guide to Individual Models • Page 2-29Bow cleat(where equipped)Bow filler cushion(where equipped)Stereo remote (on das

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Page viboat operation and make contact with individuals, again causing injury. Properly store all anchor and lines wh

X30Length of Boat ...23’4”Width Amidship ...100”Boat Weight ...4,350 lbs.Lengt

X35

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Guide to Individual Models • Page 2-33Boats may also be equipped with towers, which may include stereo speakers, and/

X35Length of Boat ... 23’5”Width Amidship ... 102”Boat Weight ...4,650-4,900 lbs. Length of

X45

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Guide to Individual Models • Page 2-37Boats may also be equipped with towers, which may include stereo speakers, and/

X45Length of Boat ...24’2”Width Amidship ... 102”Boat Weight ... 4,730-4,950 lbs.Length of

X55

amount of approved motor oil before operating again or have your boat serviced by your local authorized dealer’s service department. Note that damage

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Guide to Individual Models • Page 2-41Boats may also be equipped with towers, which may include stereo speakers, and/

X55Length of Boat ... 25’5”Width Amidship ... 102”Boat Weight ...4,850-5,000 lbs.Length of B

XStar

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Guide to Individual Models • Page #2-45Boats may also be equipped with towers, which may include stereo speakers, and

XStarLength of Boat ...24’Width Amidship ... 102”Boat Weight ...5,500 lbs.

ElectronicInstrumentation

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Electronic Instrumentation • Page 3-3Controls Common to Most ModelsIntroduction Proper control of MasterCraft boats

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Page viiidamage to the boat transom during transport that will not be covered by the warranty! (Page 3-18)Engines s

Blower Switch(All Models) A two-position switch activates the engine box ventilation blower. Turn the switch to the right to turn the blower ON.

Circuit Breakers (All Models) All major boat circuits are protected from shorting and overload by re-settable circuit breakers. If a problem d

The lanyard is equipped with a hook on one end that should be attached to your clothing or PFD, and the op-posite end has a slide that fits over the

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Electronic Instrumentation • Page 3-7This button only aects the engine. The electrical system will continue to opera

Battery Charger(Where Equipped) As a convenience, a bat-tery charger is oered as an option. The charger is designed to recharge the bat-teries and a

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Electronic Instrumentation • Page 3-9Do not continue to run the engine if the oil pressure is low. If you do, the eng

Other Alarms(All Models) Sensors check the oil pressure, engine and transmission temperatures. If the system detects readings outside the acceptable

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Electronic Instrumentation • Page 3-11• Approachthecourseat36milesperhour(MPH)asindicatedonthespeedomet

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Electronic Instrumentation • Page 3-12Video Display Gauge On most MasterCraft boats considerable information abou

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Electronic Instrumentation • Page 3-13Sport Enhancement ControlsAttitude Adjustment or Trim Tab Switch(All X-Series)