MasterCraft Aviara AV32 User manual

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Owner’s Manual

Congratulations
On your boating choice. At MasterCraft, our vision for Aviara®
is to create crafts that defy compromise. To give forward-
thinking boaters what they’ve wanted—style, control and
luxury on their own terms. Our boats draw on MasterCraft’s
50-year legacy of quality, and we build them in one of the
industry’s most awarded facilities. Empowered by our
engineering expertise and inspired by our four product design
principles—Progressive Style, Elevated Control, Modern
Comfort and Quality Details, Aviara is proud to produce the
boats that allow our customers to command excellence.
Please take a few minutes to read this Owner’s Manual
completely, in addition to carefully reviewing any additional
information provided in the accompanying packet. These
publications will help to answer most of the remaining
questions you may have regarding your new boat. If you have
any additional questions after reading these publications,
please feel free to speak with your dealer. Aviara and
MasterCraft wants you to feel comfortable with your boat
from the very beginning of your experience as an owner of our
products.
All information in this Owner’s Manual is based on the latest
product information available at the time of printing. Because
of our policy of continuous product improvement, we reserve
the right to make changes at any time, without notice, in
specifications and models, and also to discontinue models.
We also reserve the right to change specifications, parts or
accessories at any time without incurring any obligation to
equip the same on models manufactured before the date of
the change. Aviara recommends checking aviaraboats.com
periodically for updates and additional information.
Due to changes in specifications, models, parts and/
or accessories that may occur after publication of this
Owner’s Manual, the Owner’s Manual may not cover every
circumstance that may arise in owning and operating your
boat. Also, the illustrations used in this Owner’s Manual are
intended only as representative reference views and may not
depict actual model component parts. Information regarding
certain on-board components furnished by suppliers other
than Aviara, including the engine and powertrain components,
is provided separately by the manufacturers of those
components. A reasonable effort has been made by Aviara and
its suppliers to provide the applicable information required to
ensure a long-lasting and enjoyable boating experience.
Aviara®and ®are registered trademarks of MasterCraft Boat Company, LLC (“MasterCraft”). Whenever the
term Aviara is used in this Owner’s Manual in an organizational/entity sense, it refers to the Aviara division of
MasterCraft.

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Engine Control Screen ______________________________________________
Boat Operations ___________________________________________________
Basic Electrical Components _________________________________________
Additional Safety Support ____________________________________________
Below Deck ______________________________________________________
Visual Assistance __________________________________________________
Comfort and Convenience ____________________________________________
Care and Maintenance ______________________________________________
Lifting the Boat ____________________________________________________
Corrosion Prevention________________________________________________
Cleaning the Boat __________________________________________________
Maintenance Service _______________________________________________
Scheduled Maintenance ____________________________________________
Storage and Winterization____________________________________________
Limited Warranty Statement __________________________________________
Warranty Registration and Transfer ____________________________________
Service Log _______________________________________________________
Glossary of Terms __________________________________________________
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Table of Contents
Safety Knowledge ____________________________________________________
Consistent Attention Required __________________________________________
Events Requiring Safety knowledge ______________________________________
Equipment __________________________________________________________
Legal Requirements __________________________________________________
Other Important Information ____________________________________________
Rules of the Open Water _______________________________________________
Model Features and Specs _____________________________________________
AV32 ______________________________________________________________
AV36 ______________________________________________________________
AV40 ______________________________________________________________
Helm, Instrument, and Switch Layout _____________________________________
Preparation _________________________________________________________
Engines ____________________________________________________________
Safety Checks and Services ____________________________________________
New Boat Break-In ___________________________________________________
Starting and Basic Operations___________________________________________
Operational Hints_____________________________________________________
Dashes and Video Screens _____________________________________________
Product Information for the Aviara 11” Display______________________________
Product Information for the Aviara 5” Display_______________________________
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Safety
Knowledge

Safety
Knowledge
Prior to operation, be certain that all passengers are aware of where the safety equipment is stowed, the location of emergency
equipment such as fire extinguishers and how this equipment is used. In case of emergency, be sure that at least one other
person on-board understands how to operate the boat.
Your safety, as well as the safety of others with and around you, is a direct result of how you operate and maintain your boat. You—
and anyone who will be operating this boat—should read and seek to fully comprehend this Owner’s Manual, and any additional
information provided by component manufacturers and suppliers. Make sure that you understand all of the controls and operating
instructions before attempting to operate the boat. Improper operation is extremely dangerous!
The basic safety rules are outlined in this section of the Owner’s Manual. Additional precautions throughout the Owner’s Manual
are noted by the following symbols:

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THIS IS THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. IT IS USED TO ALERT YOU TO POTENTIAL PERSONAL
INJURY HAZARDS. OBEY ALL SAFETY MESSAGES THAT FOLLOW THIS SYMBOL TO AVOID
POSSIBLE INJURY OR DEATH.
CAUTION used without the
safety alert symbol indicates a
potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result
in property damage.
DANGER indicates an imminently
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
The precautions listed in this Owner’s Manual and on the
boat are not all-inclusive. If a procedure, method, tool or part
is not specifically recommended by Aviara, using it may place
you and others in an unsafe situation; in addition, you may
render your warranty void. Remember: Always use common
sense when operating, servicing or repairing the boat!
Observing the safety recommendations found in this Owner’s
Manual is critical to keeping your boating experience as safe
as possible during routine operation. Your failure to do so may
result in severe personal injury or death to you and/or others.
Use caution and common sense when operating your boat. Do
not ever take unnecessary chances!

General Precautions
Be certain that all operators of your boat are aware of the
safety information within this Owner’s Manual and that they
use it to conform to boat safety principles. Boating safety
starts with a thorough understanding of boat operations. In
addition to careful review of this Owner’s Manual, you should
also be aware that many sources of helpful information are
available. Aviara urges you to pursue additional training prior
to the independent operation of your boat. Training at any
time from a recognized boating and/or safety organizations
is beneficial. The following is a listing of a few agencies and
organizations that offer safety training and/or information:
AMERICAN RED CROSS, NATIONAL HQ
2025 E Street, NW | Washington, DC 20006
1-800-733-2767
www.redcross.org
U.S.A. WATER SKI ASSOCIATION
1251 Holy Cow Road | Polk City FL 33868
[phone]
www.usawaterski.org
BOAT OWNERS ASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES
880 South Pickett Street | Alexandria VA 22304
[phone]
www.boatus.com
NATIONAL SAFE BOATING COUNCIL
9500 Technology Drive Suite 104 | Manassas, VA 20110
[phone]
www.safeboatingcouncil.org
U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY
2703 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave, SE
Washington, DC 20593-7501
[phone]
www.uscg.mil | www.uscgboating.org
Safety Afloat
The cause of many boating accidents is often the operator’s
failure to follow basic safety rules or written precautions. Many
accidents can be avoided if an operator is completely familiar
with the boat, its operation, and can recognize potentially
hazardous situations before an accident occurs.

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Failure to comply with safety-related information and instructions
may result in serious injury or death to you and/or others. Always
use common sense when operating the boat or participating in any
activities associated with the boat, including, but not limited to,
periods of time when the boat engine is shut down and the boat is
not in operation.
• Improper operation of a boat is extremely 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
operating the boat.
Never override or modify the engine emergency safety shut-off
switch in any way.
• Never operate the boat or engage in other water activities
while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• All persons must be seated in a designated occupant seating
area while the boat is in motion. (A seating label is affixed
in each model.) Never stand or allow passengers to stand in
the boat or sit on the motor box or hard top, gunwale, decks,
or any location other than occupant seating while underway.
You or others may be thrown within or from the boat, which
could result in serious injury or death. Never allow occupants
to use sun pads or transom seating while the engine is
running. On models equipped with sliding or adjustable seat
backs, ensure that the backs are in the locked position prior to
operating the boat.
• Prior to starting the engine on stern drive models, open the
engine box and check the engine compartment and bilge
for gasoline and oil vapors. Always operate the blower for at
least four (4) minutes before starting the boat. Failure to do
so may result in fire and/or an explosion.

in the gel coat and fiberglass finish. The causes of many kinds of
damage are usually quite obvious to trained service personnel,
and if they determine that damage was caused by misuse or
activity such as “beaching,” such results can void the warranty.
Aviara cannot anticipate every type of activity or neglect that
could result in damage to the boat or that may cause illness,
injury or even death to boaters. The operator, owner and/or all
persons on board are responsible for using common sense
and a careful thought process to ensure that every measure
has been taken to keep boating enjoyable for many years to
come. An Aviara boat can be the source of countless hours
of family fun, as well as building friendships, but the boating
experience remains safe only if you, and everyone on board,
use common sense and act safely before, during and after
your boating activity.
As you anticipate many good times ahead with your Aviara
boat, be sure that first and foremost, you are well-prepared to
be responsible.
For most activities the boat operator should be seated at the helm
position. Some situations may require standing at the helm to
maintain visibility over the bow. Make certain that the safety shut off
Failure to comply with the requirement of operating the blower for at
least four (4) minutes before starting the engine may result in serious
injury or death to you and/or others.
• Never remove or modify any components of the fuel
system. Removal or modification of any component of the
fuel system may cause a hazardous situation and will void
the warranty. Modern fuel delivery lines are pressurized
and attempting to loosen or remove them may result in the
uncontrolled release of fuel, which can be environmentally
hazardous, and can cause injury.
• Never allow any type of spark or open flame on board. It
may result in fire or explosion.
Common Sense Advice
Avoid any activity that may result in damage to the boat, thereby
voiding the warranty. Some things, such as avoiding stationary
objects, are obvious. However, even less obvious activities can
cause damage to a boat, no matter how well-built. For example,
while a beach or shoreline may seem soft while walking on it,
running a boat up onto shore may result in significant scratches

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lanyard is attached to your clothing or PFD. Operating the boat while
standing may result in a loss of control which could cause serious
injury or death. The safety switch lanyard must be attached to the
operator whenever the engine is running. Attempting to override this
system may result in death or serious injury!
Hazardous
Operations
There are a number of situations which can result in peril for
boats and persons on board. Among these is boating too close
to dam spillways, where turbulence and strong currents can
result in loss of control of the vessel. These areas as well as
other hazardous areas are usually marked. DO NOT ignore
such markers.
Additionally, there may be potentially hazardous situations that
can adversely affect boating. These include weather conditions
(addressed later in this chapter), operating in shallow water
where underwater navigational gear may be damaged, or
boating in bodies of water that include weeds and other growth
that can foul boat operations. These flora can foul your boat
engine, restrict water intake to the engine (causing overheating),
and restrict the propeller(s) to such an extent that it causes a
vibration that can damage the engine and drive train.
Operator’s
Responsibilities
The following are the operator’s responsibility:
• Ensure the boat is in top operating condition and there are
no hazards that impede your moving about the boat.
• File a float plan with a relative or friend.
• Ensure the bilge is clean prior to starting.
• Have a complete knowledge of the operation and handling
characteristics of your boat.
• Ensure that the boat is not overloaded and that the load is
properly distributed.
• Learn to navigate your local waterways. Be familiar with
your starting and ending locations as well as any waterways
along the way.
• Maintain a safe speed at all times to avoid collisions.

• Keep an eye out for changing weather conditions and
respond accordingly.
• Know and practice the navigational rules. Know and obey all
federal and state regulations and operate the boat properly
around all waterway markers.
• Maintain a clear, unobstructed view at all times, especially
forward. Scan the water and avoid tunnel vision. Many
boating collisions are caused by inattention.

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Consistent
Attention Required

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Carbon Monoxide
(CO)
When anchoring the boat, you MUST turn OFF the engine.
In most models, exhaust fumes containing carbon monoxide
are emitted from the exhaust on the engine drives. No one
should ever be on the swim platform or transom while the
engine is operating.
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, tasteless, odorless and poisonous
gas that accumulates rapidly and can cause serious injury or death.
Exposure to carbon monoxide can be fatal in a matter of minutes.
Exposure to even low concentrations of carbon monoxide must
not be ignored because the effects of long term carbon monoxide
exposure can build up and be just as lethal as high concentrations.
Carbon monoxide from exhaust pipes of inboard, stern drive or
outboard engines may build up inside and outside the boat in areas
near exhaust vents, particularly during slow-speed operations.
STAY AWAY from these exhaust vent areas, which are located at
the stern of the boat, and DO NOT swim or engage in any water
sports or other activities in or near the stern area of the boat,
including, without limitation, the swim platform, the rear sun
deck, aft barstools, and aft facing lounge seats 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 “platform 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 injury, and are a misuse of this product.
Carbon monoxide (CO) enters your bloodstream through
the lungs, blocking the oxygen your body needs. Prolonged
exposure to low concentrations or very quick exposure to high
concentrations can be deadly to all on board.
Early symptoms of CO poisoning include irritated eyes,
headache, nausea, weakness and dizziness. These can be
confused with seasickness or intoxication. Altitude, certain
health-related problems, and age will increase the effects of
CO. Persons who smoke or are exposed to high concentrations
of cigarette smoke, consume alcohol, or have lung disorders
or heart problems are particularly susceptible to an increase in
the effects of CO. However, anyone can be affected. Another
factor to consider is that physical exertion accelerates the rate
at which the blood absorbs CO.

Emergency
Treatment For
CO Poisoning
CO poisoning or toxicity is a life-threatening emergency that
requires immediate action. The following is a list of things that
should be done if CO poisoning is suspected. Proceed with
caution. The victim may be in an area of CO concentration,
which means you or others could be in danger from exposure
to CO:
• Evaluate the situation and ventilate the area if possible.
• Evacuate the area and move the affected person(s) to a
fresh air environment.
• Observe the victim(s).
• Administer oxygen, if available.
• Contact medical help. If the victim is not breathing, perform
rescue breathing or approved cardiopulmonary resuscitation
(CPR) as appropriate until medical help arrives. Prompt
action can mean the difference between life and death.
• Shut off potential sources of CO, if possible. Correct
ventilation problems and/or repair exhaust problems
as appropriate. Investigate the source of CO and take
corrective action, such as evacuating and ventilating the
area or shutting off the source of the CO, while at the same
time evacuating and ventilating the area.
Where CO May
Accumulate
Carbon monoxide can accumulate anywhere in or around your
boat. This includes, but is not limited to:
Inadequately
ventilated canvas
enclosures.

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Blocked exhaust
outlets.
Another vessel’s
exhaust. CO from the
boat docked next
to you can be just
as deadly as that
emitted from your
own boat.
Exhaust gas trapped
in enclosed places.
At slow speeds, while idling
or stopped. Be aware that
CO can remain in or around
your boat at dangerous levels
even if your engine or the
other boat’s engine is no
longer running.
Back drafting from your
own boat’s exhaust.

How To Protect
Yourself and Others
Follow these simple steps to help keep CO from poisoning
you, your passengers and others nearby:
• Know where and how CO may accumulate in and around
your boat. This is particularly important when starting or
running engines in boathouses, or near a sea wall. Boats
that are moored in close proximity are also potential
problems as the fumes from your boat or another boat can
affect air drafts on all boats. Back drafting sometimes called
the “station wagon effect” occurs when the fumes curl
up over the swim platform and transom and into the boat,
especially when canvas or other coverings trap the fumes.
Even in open air, consider wind direction, the boat’s speed
and trim angles.
• Maintain fresh air circulation throughout the boat at all
times. CO concentration is greater when the engine is cold.
Ensure the boat is situated to take advantage of maximum
dissipation of fumes.
• If your boat is equipped with a generator, know where the
exhaust outlet(s) is located and keep everyone away from
the area.
• Perform routine checks on air conditioning, heater,
generator, and other on-board appliances to ensure that they
are properly maintained and are not ermitting CO fumes.
Failure to do so can result in the accumulation of CO fumes.
• Never sit, platform surf, or hang on the back deck or swim
platform while the engine is running. Platform surfing is
NEVER a safe activity.
• Never move into areas under swim platforms where
exhaust outlets are located unless the area has been
properly ventilated.
• Operation of boats at mile-high (5,280 ft.) or higher altitudes
may affect CO production. Check with an authorized Aviara
dealer before operating at higher altitudes to determine
whether the engine may require additional tuning to prevent
excessive CO.
• Although CO can be present without the smell of exhaust
fumes, if you smell exhaust fumes, CO is also present. Take
immediate action to dissipate these fumes.
• Treat symptoms of seasickness as possible CO
poisoning. Get the person(s) into fresh air immediately.
Seek medical attention.

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• Install and maintain CO alarms inside your boat. Do not
ignore any alarm. Replace alarms as recommended by the
manufacturer.
• Follow Coast Guard safety checklists.
• Get a Vessel Safety Check. They are free! Your local U.S.
Coast Guard Auxiliary can provide details or check
www.uscgaux.org online to locate assistance.
Weight Limits
and Distribution
Adding too much weight to your Aviara boat is not recommended,
and can result in impaired visibility, diminished handling
characteristics and instability when operating your boat. Such
condition may result in potential structural and/or engine damage to
the boat. Such damage is not covered under warranty.
It is the boat operator’s responsibility to ensure that the boat is never
overloaded. Too much additional weight may cause the boat to
overturn or sink, which can result in serious bodily injury or death.
Overloading a boat may cause it to become unstable
and may potentially result in the boat’s flotation system
becoming overwhelmed. Too much weight can sink any
boat. Within this Owner’s Manual in the Model Features
and Specs Section, and on a label mounted in each boat
is the seating configuration for that specific model. Never
overload the boat. Proper distribution of weight is critical to
boat performance. This boat is Yacht Certified, meaning the
capacity limit is at the captain’s discretion. Captains should
operate mindfully when deciding the number of persons on
the boat at one time and should allocate the load as evenly
as possible. Equally critical is how weight is distributed
throughout the boat. The weight must be distributed evenly
throughout the boat. If too much weight is placed in one
area it can have serious impact on maintaining control.
Items and people can also shift positions during operation,
potentially causing a dangerous situation.

Adding weight of any type to the boat will affect the handling
characteristics of the boat while it is underway. Caution should
always be exhibited when putting the boat into motion or
attempting to stop it, particularly when the added-weight
characteristics have changed.
Failure to balance the boat properly may result in too much strain
on the drive train or may sink the boat. This is not covered under
warranty. See Common Sense Advice in the Safety Knowledge
section of this Owner’s Manual regarding weight.
Line Of Sight
Care should also be taken to avoid interfering with the boat
operator’s line of sight when the boat is underway. This
applies particularly to individuals riding in the bow and bow
rise. It is possible to quite unintentionally obscure the driver’s
view. Even momentary interference can result in the driver’s
inability to respond to a situation that requires avoidance
of another vessel or submerged or partially-submerged
objects. Aviara recommends using the driver seat bolster or
standing to maintain a safe lookout and proper visibility when
necessary. Everyone on board should always pay attention to
other vessels, people and objects located in close proximity
to the boat, activities taking place in or near the water, and
should always be supportive of the boat operator. Additionally,
the operator should have a good understanding of how to
manipulate the trim tabs to provide the optimal view over
the bow when running at any speed. The law requires the
boat operator to maintain clear visibility at all times and in all
directions when the boat is in motion.