Rainwater drainage system and bilge pump system
1. Engine well drainage through fitting
2. Engine well drainage valve
3. Bilge pump's drainage through fitting
4. Bilge pump
5. Cockpit rainwater drainage valve
6. Cockpit rainwater drainage through fitting
7. Drain plug for hull
8. Shut-off flap for cockpit rainwater drainage pipe
The owner of the boat is responsible for ensuring that there is at least one baler or bucket
on the boat.
WARNING! The bilge pump system is not intended to cope with a leak caused
by running aground or other equivalent damage (hull damage).
SAFETY MEASURE! Regularly check to ensure that there is no debris around suction
grid of the bilge pump.
WARNING! Always keep the drainage pipe valve shut when the pipe’s inboard
end is constantly under water due to heavy loading. The shut-off
flap on the transom only prevents water from entering the boat
when reversing!
NOTE! Make sure that water can flow unobstructed through the
drainage pipe. Debris such as autumn leaves may obstruct the
water flow, which can cause the boat to fill with water and sink.
The bilge pump system does not work in conditions below 0°C.
NOTE! There is always some condensed water in the bilge. The hull
bushings may also allow water to seep through, particularly as the
boat ages. Always remember to check the bilge before you leave
the boat at quay or buoy, and always before setting off. Have any
leaks repaired at an authorised repair shop.
WARNING! The boat’s handling properties may become extremely dangerous
if there is water in the bilge.
5.6.2 Stability and buoyancy
Please note that stability will be reduced by any weight added high up on the boat. Any
change in the distribution of weight on board may significantly affect the stability, trim and
performance of your boat. Please remember that large breaking waves always present a
serious danger to stability.
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