Swim/Boarding Platforms
One of the most attractive aspects of all MasterCraft boats are the swim
platforms attached to the transom of the boats. Whether teak or berglass
with inlays, the swim platforms are a source of enjoyment.
MasterCraft reminds consumers to review the Common Sense Approach
section of this Owner’s Manual, and pay particular attention to avoiding “teak
surng” or “platform dragging,” which expose the participant to excess car-
bon monoxide; and to the information regarding use of the optional shower
while standing or sitting on the swim platform.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, tasteless, odorless and poison-
ous gas that accumulates rapidly and can cause serious injury
or death. Exposure to carbon monoxide can be fatal in a mat-
ter of minutes. Exposure to even low concentrations of carbon
monoxide must not be ignored because the effects of exposure to
carbon monoxide can build up and be just as lethal as high con-
centrations. Carbon monoxide from exhaust pipes of inboard or
outboard engines may build up inside and outside the boat in
areas near exhaust vents, particularly during slow-speed opera-
tions. STAY AWAY from these 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 area of
the boat, including, without limitation, the swim platform and
the rear sun deck, when the engine is in operation. Under no
circumstances should the owner and/or operator allow persons
to hold onto the swim platform while the engine is operating
and the boat is in motion. These activities (sometimes known as
“teak surfing” or “platform dragging,” where the participant
holds onto the swim platform and is pulled through the water,
and/or “body surfs” immediately behind the boat) are extremely
dangerous, highly likely to result in death or serious bodily in-
jury, and are a misuse of this product.
Some platforms feature a bracket, which allows the platform to fold
down, reducing the amount of room required for storage. Note that the
platforms themselves are fairly heavy, and releasing the bracket may result
in the platform falling down and striking the transom with excessive force.
Please provide support to the platform at the time of releasing the bracket,
and slowly lower the platform into place for towing or storage.
Many models are equipped with a swim platform that may be folded down.
To determine whether the boat is so equipped, look beneath the platform and
see if the bracket with pin appears as in the photo. If so, the swim platform can
be folded. To do so properly, follow these instructions:
Folding Down the Platform
Remove the safety hinge pins in each swim platform bracket.
Begin by lifting the platform about four (4) inches upward while easing
the platform away from the boat transom. This will allow the platform to
move freely on the hinge.
NOTE: Ensure there is no tightness while the swim platform is being
folded. There should be no binding during this action.
The platform must be raised and locked into position for trans-
portation of the boat, as well as use of the platform while boat-
ing. Leaving the platform down may result in damage to the
boat transom during transport that will not be covered by the
warranty!
Securing the Platform
Step 1: Lift the platform to approximately 20 degrees angle from
the boat.
Step 2: Lightly push the platform (do not shove nor jam) toward
the transom to allow the platform to set in place.
Step 3: Verify that the platform is in the locked position and will
not fall down. Failure to verify that the platform is locked
may result in the platform falling while someone is on it
and could result in injury.
Step 4: Insert one (1) safety hinge pin into each platform bracket
as shown in the top photo.
The platform must be raised and locked into position for
use of the platform while boating. No one should be al-
lowed on the platform until the platform is securely locked
in place and the engine is OFF. Failure to do so may result
in serious injury or death!
MasterCraft 2012 Owners Manual • Guide to Individual Models • Page 2-65
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