Bilge
The bilge of your Cobia should always be checked before and
after a launch. While checking the bilge, note that a small
amount of water in the bilge is normal. However, a large
amount of water or any signs of fuel or oil requires immediate
attention. If such a situation exists, the boat should be
taken to a certified marine technician immediately. Never
pump fuel or oil overboard while your boat is in the
water.
Large quantities of water in the bilge may be an indication of
a leak or that the bilge pump and/or automatic float switch is
not functioning properly due to a jam, clog or electrical issue.
The automatic float switch is wired to the hot side of the
battery switch through the “BILGE” fuse at the battery switch
panel. When functioning properly, the float switch activates
the bilge pump to pump water overboard once water in the
bilge reaches a level that submerges the switch.
If your bilge pump does not come on when the float switch is
submerged, attempt to manually engage the bilge pump on
your switch panel. If the bilge pump comes on and evacuates
the water, it is likely that the float switch is not functioning
properly. If the bilge pump does not come on via the switch
panel, check the corresponding breaker on the main
distribution panel (page 24) to see if a breaker has been
tripped. If the breaker has been tripped, reset it, and turn the
switch on again, listening for the bilge pump to turn on.
If the bilge pump fails to turn on, turn the battery switch to the OFF position, then unhook the bilge pump from its cradle
by pressing the locking tab and twist motor housing counter-clockwise. You will feel the pump release from the cradle.
The entire bilge pump and wiring should release from the cradle. After removing the pump, check the underside and
impeller areas for miscellaneous items that might clog the pump. If any obstructions are present remove the debris and
set the pump back into the cradle. Once set back in the cradle, press the pump down on the base then twist until the lock
button snaps it into place. Once this is completed you can try to turn the pump on again.
If the bilge pump still does not turn on, it likely needs to be replaced. It is not recommended to use your boat if the bilge
pump and/or float switch are not functioning properly.
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