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Fresh Water System
7.3 Water Heater
The water heater is located in the forward bilge
below the berth. The 120 volt AC element that
heats the water is thermostatically controlled at
the heater and activated by a circuit breaker lo-
cated in the AC panel. A high pressure relief valve
protects the system from excessive pressure. To
avoid damage to the water heater, always make
sure all air is purged from the water heater and
lines before activating the water heater breaker.
Refer to the water heater owner’s manual for ad-
ditional information.
DO NOT SUPPLY CURRENT TO AN EMPTY WATER HEATER.
DAMAGE TO THE HEATER WILL RESULT. THE SYSTEM MUST
BE FILLED AND PRIMED BEFORE USING THE WATER HEATER.
7.4 Fresh Water System Maintenance
Information supplied with water system compo-
nents by the equipment manufacturers is included
with this manual. Refer to this information for
additional operation and service data.
Routine Maintenance
The following items should be done routinely to
maintain your fresh water system:
• Periodically remove and clean the water
strainer located near the intake side of the
fresh water pump. To clean the strainer,
make sure the Fresh Water Pump switch is
off. Rotate the strainer bowl counterclockwise
to release it. Remove and clean the screen
with fresh water. Lubricate the O-ring lightly
with Teon or silicone grease and reinstall the
strainer bowl.
• Remove the lter screens from the faucet
spouts and eliminate any accumulation of
debris. A build up of debris can cause the
pump to cycle excessively.
• Periodically remove the lid on the cabin drain
and shower sump and clean the water strainer
for the sump pump and the sump.
• Periodically spray the fresh water pump and
metal components with a metal protectant.
• The batteries must be properly maintained and
charged. Operating the pressure pump from a
battery with a low charge could lead to pump
failure.
Typical Fresh Water Pump Strainer Removed for Cleaning
Raw & Fresh Water Washdown Faucets
in Winch Compartment
Water Heater
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