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Section 5 Plumbing System
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The rope locker drains overboard through a
drain fitting located in the hull side at the bot-
tom of the rope locker. It is important to
inspect the drain frequently to remove any
accumulated debris.
Interior Drains
A drain plug in the head compartment sole is
provided to drain water that may accumulate
on the head floor. This plug also keeps the
aft bilge isolated from the head compart-
ment. Remove this plug to drain water from
the head sole only and reinstall.
5.5 Plumbing System
Maintenance
Information supplied with water system com-
ponents, by the equipment manufacturers, is
included with this manual. Refer to the infor-
mation for additional operation and service
information.
Fresh Water System
Perform these routine maintenance proce-
dures to maintain your fresh water system:
• Remove filter screens from faucet spouts
and eliminate any accumulation of
debris. A debris build-up can cause the
pump to cycle excessively.
• Check and clean the fresh water system
strainer located on the intake line near
the pump at least annually.
• Spray pumps and thru-hull valves with a
protective oil periodically.
• Remove the lid on the shower sump
assembly located under the mid-berth,
clean debris from the sump and flush
with clean water, activate the float switch
to test the pump and spray the pumps
and metal components with a metal pro-
tector periodically.
• Add a commercially available potable
water conditioner to the water tank to
keep it fresh.
• Make sure the fresh water system switch
is "OFF" when leaving the boat unat-
tended or when not in use.
Raw Water System
Perform these routine maintenance proce-
dures to maintain your raw water system:
• Check hoses for signs of deterioration,
especially the sea water hoses.
• Remove and clean livewell and wash-
down pump sea water strainers, as
needed. Spray pumps and thru-hull
valves with a metal protector periodically.
• Drain and clean the fishboxes and
livewells after each use.
• Operate all thru-hull valves at least once
a month to keep them operating prop-
erly. If a hose ruptures or leaks, turn off
pump immediately. Keep the thru-hull
valve closed when performing service on
a sea water system.
The fresh and raw water systems must be
winterized properly before storage. Refer to
Winterizing.
NOTICE
Turn the fresh water system switch
"OFF" when leaving the boat unat-
tended or when the fresh water sys-
tem is not in use.
! CAUTION
If the raw water inlet hose ruptures,
turn pump off immediately. Close the
thru-hull valve. If this condition is not
quickly remedied severe damage and
loss of life could occu
NOTICE
Maintain a proper charge on the bat-
teries; operating the pressure pump
from a battery with a low charge could
lead to pump failure.
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