MasterCraft 2009 MariStar X-Series Benutzerhandbuch

Your MasterCraft boat has been equipped at the factory with 

most of the federally required safety equipment for inland waters 

(Class I, 16-foot-to-26-foot watercraft, and Class II, 26-foot-to-

40-foot watercraft). This equipment includes:

•   ABYC-approved (American Boat & Yacht Club) marine muf-

flers with water injection;

•   USCG-approved (United States Coast Guard) marine flame 

arrestor;

•   USCG-approved engine box ventilation with sparkless power 

blower;

•   ABYC-approved electric horn sound-warning device;

•   USCG-approved inland lighting.

Additionally, you should always check that you have a fire 

extinguisher on board, which is mandatory equipment. If you 

desire to do so, you may buy an approved fire extinguisher from 

MasterCraft as an optional purchase for your boat. If you decide 

to purchase a fire extinguisher from an outside source, verify 

that it meets or exceeds the federal performance mandate. 

Federal law also requires at least one Type I, II or III Personal 

Flotation Device (“PFD”), for each person on-board or being 

towed on water skis, wakeboards or other recreational equip-

ment. In addition, one throwable Type IV PFD must also be on 

board. As the owner, obtaining the appropriate PFDs is your 

when underway. Your MasterCraft dealer can, and will be happy 

to, assist you with your purchase of appropriate PFDs.

The responsible boat owner will avoid potential problems on 

an outing by having additional equipment on board. Normally, 

the decision regarding the appropriate equipment to take on 

individual outings is dependent upon the body of water and 

the length of the trip. We suggest the following equipment as a 

minimum (your MasterCraft dealer can also assist you with ad-

ditional recommendations):

•  An anchor with at least 75 feet of line; 

•  A manual bailing device for removing water;

•  A combination oar/boat hook;

•  A day-and-night visual distress signal;

•  A first aid kit and manual;

•  An airway breathing tube;

•  A waterproof flashlight;

•  A non-electric horn or whistle;

•  A set of local navigational charts;

•  Mooring lines and fenders;

•  Extra engine oil;

•  A tool kit; and

•  A portable, battery-operated AM/FM radio or weather radio/

scanner.

The cause of many boating accidents is often the operator’s fail-

ure to follow basic safety rules or written precautions. Many ac-

cidents can be avoided if the operator is completely familiar with 

the boat, its operation and can recognize potentially hazardous 

situations before an accident occurs.

•  Improper operation of the boat is ex-

tremely dangerous! Operators must read 

and understand all operating manuals 

supplied with the boat, before operation.

•  On-board equipment must always 

conform to the governing federal, state 

and local regulations.

•  Always attach the engine emergency 

safety shut-off lanyard to a part of your 

clothing (such as a belt loop) when oper-

ating the boat.