There are two (2) bilge pumps in all boats. One pump is located in the center of the boat, di-
rectly below the center pie-plate access. The second pump is located at the transom of the boat,
aft of the engine on the port side.
Bilge pumps can be turned ON manually or automatically. To turn ON the pump manually,
nd the switch on screen or switch on the dash. See the Instrument Panel, Gauges and Buttons
section of this Owner’s Manual for additional information on operation through the screen.
The bilge pumps are also equipped with a sensor to automatically trigger instant-on if water
is sensed around the pump. This functions at all times. The automatic mode will always be
activated, even if the optional battery isolator switch is turned to the OFF position. Therefore, be
certain the pump is working properly and there is no kink in the output hose before storing the
boat for long periods of time since the bilge pump will continue to run as long as it senses water.
Otherwise, this could cause a battery to drain and could ultimately damage the pump over time.
Operators should always check that the drain plugs are secure prior to every operation!
Drain plugs must always be checked to be certain they are SECURE-
LY installed prior to every outing and operation. Failure to install the
drain plugs will allow water to intrude into the boat and can result
in ooding, swamping and sinking the boat. Such action could result
in damage to the boat that is not covered under warranty as well as serious injury or death to persons
on-board.
After manual operation of the bilge is complete, return the switch to
the automatic position. If it is left in the manual position and there is
insucient water in the bilge to pump, the bilge pump will cause it
to eventually fail, and such action is not covered under warranty. Axis
recommends testing the function of the bilge pump prior to each use of the boat. This can be done by
simply turning the pump(s) on and making sure they are running.
There will likely be a small amount of water in the bilge at
all times as the pump cannot eliminate 100% of water. A minor
amount of water is acceptable. However, operators should
monitor bilge water levels through the center pie-hole access
plate. In all models, this hole is located in the center of the
oor near the driver’s helm. (It may be under carpet or mat.) It
should remain secure during operation and opened when the
boat is stationary and the engine not running. Be certain to
close the access plate before operating the boat again. Since
the threads on the plug can sometimes be misdirected when
securing, double-check. Individuals on-board could trip and
injure themselves if the
access plate is not secured
properly.
All boats are equipped
with two (2) drain plugs,
a ½” drain plug on the
transom and a T-handle
drain plug in the center of
the boat. The ½” drain plug
can be accessed outside
the boat, directly under the
swim platform on the cen-
ter back of the transom. On
Axis boats, the T-handle can be accessed inside the boat through the center pie-hole. Be certain
to read the above information regarding SECURELY installing drain plugs prior to all outings.
Axis
Owners
Manual
2019
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