MasterCraft ProStar 197 User Manual

2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Care and Maintenance • Page 5-17
Frequency and Scheduled Maintenance
Proper care, maintenance and adjustment will contribute to the peak performance of
the MasterCraft boat, while also extending the overall service life and the resale value.
The pages that follow provide instructions on how to accomplish the required checks,
inspections and services listed. An authorized MasterCraft service department is the best
source for proper maintenance.
Note: The engine and drive train require scheduled maintenance checks and ser-
vices in addition to the boat’s other maintenance requirements. Read and under-
stand the engine owner’s manual that has been provided, and follow the mainte-
nance schedule to ensure proper operation and quality service over the life of the
boat and drive train. Failure to follow the maintenance requirements and instruc-
tions listed in this and all other manuals may result in damage to the components,
systems and equipment of the boat, which resulting damage will not be covered by
warranty! Safety issues are also directly impacted by proper maintenance!
The following definitions apply to maintenance:
Check—Verify the operational readiness by physical measurement, i.e., measuring
the oil level with the dipstick or aligning with a feeler gauge.
Inspect—Determine the operational readiness by examination, i.e., by sight, sound or
feel.
Change—Tasks required periodically to keep the boat in proper operating condition,
i.e., drain, replenish or service.
New Boat Break-In
Note: MasterCraft recommends the following functions be performed by authorized
MasterCraft technicians at an authorized MasterCraft dealer.
• Checkthealignmentofthepropellershaft.(SeeAnnual Maintenance also.)
• HaveanauthorizedMasterCraftservicedepartmentchangethefuellterafterthe
rstfty(50)hoursofoperation,andthenagainatonehundred(100)hoursfor
Indmar engines. The fuel filter should be changed annually even if less than one hun-
dred(100)hoursarerunduringthepreviousseason.TheVolkswagendieselengine
requiresoilandlterchangeseverytwohundred(200)hours,orannually,whichever
comes first.
Before Each Use
Before the engine has been started:
• Reviewtheenginemanualandtrailermanualbeforeeachouting.
• ReviewtheSafety Checks and Services section of this Owner’s Manual. There are im-
portant functions that must be followed before, during and after every outing, without
fail!
• Inspecttherawwaterintakewaterstrainerforblockage.Ifthereisblockage,also
checkthetransmissioncooler(whereequipped).
• Checkandcleanasnecessarytheseacockstrainer.

MasterCraft ProStar 197 Specifications

General

Brand	MasterCraft
Model	ProStar 197
Category	Boat
Language	English