6
Raw Water & Freshwater Systems
EdgeWater 200CC / DC
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6.1 General
If your boat is equipped with an optional freshwater system, the components will be a freshwater
tank, distribution lines and a pump. The standard raw water system consists of a high speed
pick-up, located on the transom, a pump and one or more livewells and washdowns.
6.2 Livewell Operation
The livewell is located in the port aft corner of the cockpit. It is filled by a low maintenance magnetic drive
centrifugal pump installed in the bilge. This system is part of Edgewater Powerboats “Bait Sentry System”
introduced for the 2000 model year. The magnetic drive is used to prevent damage to the electric motor
in the event that debris clogs the pump. The pump is controlled by the livewell switch on the control panel.
To operate properly, the valve inside the livewell must be adjusted to provide an even flow in and out of the
livewell. Too much and it will be more than the drain can handle, too little and the water will not get the
proper circulation. The valve should be turned counterclockwise to open and clockwise to close. There is
a standpipe and strainer installed in the livewell drain to regulate the height of the water level. The livewell
drains through a hose connected to a thru hull fitting in the transom. To completely drain the livewell,
remove the standpipe and allow the water to drain overboard. A diagram of the raw water system is
included with this manual.
6.3 High Pressure Washdown
The washdown system is comprised of a diaphragm pump mounted on the starboard
side of the transom locker and a washdown fitting to attach a hose. The pump is
controlled by the washdown switch on the control panel. The diaphragm pump is fed
through the same thru hull and high speed pickup as the livewell pump. The wash-
down hose connector is located in the transom engine well and uses a standard
garden hose fitting. With an attached hose this system can be used to wash debris
from the boat. The pump, located in a transom locker, is activated by a switch on
the control panel. This switch should be turned on immediately prior to use and turned off when not in
use. When activated, the pump’s pressure switch will automatically control the pump. It is normal for the
pump to cycle on and off in response to flow rates and water demand.
Always turn off the high pressure wash down pump switch when leaving the boat unat-
tended.
6.4 Raw Water System Maintenance
The following checks should be made periodically to assure your system operates properly:
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Periodically spray pumps with a protective silicone solvent to reduce corrosion.
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Fishboxes and livewells should be drained and cleaned after each use.
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Periodically check hoses and connections for signs of deterioration.
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