Why won't my fresh water pump turn off on my Blackfin Boat?
If the fresh water pump fails to turn off after all outlets are closed, check for: * Leak in a pressure line or outlet: Repair the leak. * Air leak in the intake line: Repair the air leak. * Defective pressure switch: Replace the pressure switch. * Low voltage to the pump: Check for corroded or loose wiring connections or low battery. * Clogged strainer: Clean strainer.
What to do if my Blackfin Boat wanders and won't hold course?
If your boat wanders and struggles to maintain a course at cruising speeds, consider these potential causes: * Air in the steering system: Fill and bleed the system to remove any trapped air. * Corroded or misaligned engine steering tab: Replace or adjust the steering tab to ensure proper alignment. * Binding engine steering spindle: Grease the spindle to allow for smooth movement.
What to do if hydraulic steering is unusually hard on Blackfin Boat?
If the hydraulic steering feels unusually hard, check the following: * Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker: Replace the fuse or reset the breaker for the power steering circuit. * Kinked or collapsed steering line: Replace any steering line that is kinked or collapsed.
What to do if my Blackfin Boat is sluggish and has lost speed?
If your boat feels sluggish and has lost speed and RPM, consider the following: * Weeds or line around the propellers: Clean the propellers to ensure they are free of obstructions. * Overloaded boat: Reduce the load to lighten the boat's weight. * Excessive water in the bilge: Pump out the bilge and identify/correct the source of the water intrusion. * Throttle adjustment: Adjust the throttle cable.
Why won't my Blackfin Boat engine start in neutral?
If your engine won't start with the shift control lever in neutral, try these solutions: * Try moving the shift lever slightly to ensure it's properly in the neutral detent. * Inspect wires and repair loose connections on the neutral safety switch on the control.
Why is there no AC power to the battery charger on my Blackfin Boat?
If there's no AC power to the battery charger even with the shore cord connected, check: * The breaker at the shore outlet: Activate breaker. * The shore power cord: Replace the cord if it is damaged or defective. * The shore inlet connection: Replace the inlet connection if it is corroded or defective.
How to reduce odor from the marine head on my Blackfin Boat?
To reduce excessive odor from the marine head: * Pump out holding tank and clean the vent and vent hose if there is back pressure in the holding tank. * Add deodorizer to the holding tank each time it is pumped out if there is no deodorizer in the holding tank. * Pump the holding tank if it has contained waste for two weeks or more.
Why won't my Blackfin Boat holding tank empty?
If the holding tank won't empty, it could be due to: * Clogged holding tank vent: Clean the vent and vent hose. * Vacuum leak in the hose: Tighten loose fittings or replace damaged hoses from the holding tank to the deck pump out fitting.
What to do if the fishbox pump runs, but doesn't pump out on Blackfin Boat?
If the fishbox pump runs, but doesn't pump out the fishbox, check these: * Clogged drain fitting: Clean the fitting. * Air lock: Fill the fishbox half full of water, then turn the pump on and off several times to move the air out and prime the pump. * Clogged discharge line: Clean the discharge line.
What to do if livewell pump runs, but does not pump water on Blackfin Boat?
If your livewell pump runs but doesn't pump water, check the following: * Sea chest supply valves: Open valves. * Sea chest intake strainers: Clean the intake sea strainers. * Baitwell supply valve: Open the valve. * Air lock in the system: Prime the system.
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