location will vary slightly by model, but generally is found close to or
adjacent to the driver’s seat. It will be accessed through a hatch or
access plate, which may be under marine carpet. A transom drain
plug is on the centerline of the transom. Sea strainers are located
in front of the engine. Scuppers, where equipped, are located on
the lowest point of the deck, under the rear seats. Bilge pump-out
locations are on the side of the boat. Depending on the model, the
pump-out may be on the bow or the gunnel. See Guide to Individual
Models in this Owner’s Manual to determine the location of bilge
pump-out. (They are often adjacent to ballast overflow/vents.)
Pump-outs should never be obstructed.
The bilge system is controlled by a switch on the dash panel. The
bilge pumps on all V-drive models will be in the automatic mode
when the ignition key is turned ON. Some models may have two
(2) switches, one for the forward bilge and one for the aft. In these
instances, the switches will be marked. The manual and automatic
bilge discharge system is never completely OFF. When in the au-
tomatic (default) position, a sensor alerts the system to discharge
water from the bilge area.
Boat operators are advised to leave the switch in the automatic
position, unless there appears to be excess water in the bilge as
viewed through the center plate. In that event, the bilge pump can
be manually activated by turning the bilge pump switch to the man-
ual ON position. Return the switch to the automatic position when
finished emptying the bilge. Leaving the switch in manual mode can
result in damage to the pump and may not be covered by warranty!
Return the bilge switch to automatic any time it has been turned to
manual to remove water from the bilge. Operators should monitor
the water level through the center drain and ensure that the bilge
pump(s) does not continue to operate after the bilge is emptied.
Note that a small amount of water in the bilge is acceptable, ex-
cept when winterizing the bilge system. Failure to follow instruc-
tions may result in damage to the bilge system, which may not be
covered under warranty!
Drain plugs should be loosened and removed when the boat is out
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