BRIG Eagle 8 - How to operate with bilge pumps

2022 Owner’s Manual Eagle 8 BRIG ltd
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How to operate with bilge pumps:
1. The control switches (14) of the bilge pump 1 are located on the console switch panel (13).
2. On the console switch panel select the operating mode of the bilge pump 1 "Auto" or "Manual".
3. The bilge pump 1 will not be active if the battery switches on the panel (11) are turned OFF.
4. Open the rear hatch (2).
5. On the main switch panel (11) to the left of you, locate the bilge pump 2 control switch (12).
6. Select the desired operating mode "Auto" or "Manual".
7. The bilge pump 2 will be in the active position, even if all the battery switches on this panel are turned OFF
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Running pumps without water for extended periods can lead to premature wear or damage.
The drain plug (Pos.9) should ONLY be open when the boat is stored out of water.
The drain plug (Pos.9) must be tightly closed when the boat is in the water
SERVICING.
Cockpit drain system.
To inspect the system, open the rear hatch (2). Open inspection hatch (8).
Inspect hoses (4), cockpit drain sockets (1) and stern drain sockets with flexible diaphragm (3). There should be no
damage, cracks, scuffs, water leakage into the boat's hold. Clean up debris and dirt if necessary.
Check the operation of the flexible diaphragm in the stern drain sockets(3) periodically. Clean it from dirt, algae, build-up if
necessary. The diaphragm has a limited life and may lose its flexibility. Contact your BRIG dealer for a replacement.
Bilge drain system.
To inspect the system, open inspection hatch (8).
Inspect hoses (7), outlet branch pipes (6) and bilge pumps (5). There should be no damage, cracks, scuffs.
Periodically check for bilge debris around the grates of both the bilge pumps.
Clean up debris and dirt if necessary. Periodically you may need to disassemble the bilge pump from the grate in order to
clean or access the inner mechanisms. To remove the bilge pump, utilize the quick disconnect tabs on either side of
the bilge pump, squeezing them like a backpack clip while pulling up on the pump.