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Drainage Systems
After showering, it is important to let the cold
water flow for a period of time to flush the drain
-
age system of soap residue. Make sure to inspect
the sump system regularly and keep the sump
components and strainer screen clean.
Console Cabin Sole
The port console cabin sole drains by gravity to the
bilge through a drain fitting below the cabin step.
9.6 Drainage System Maintenance
It is essential that the following items be done
periodically to maintain proper drainage of your
boat:
•
Clean cockpit drain rails with a hose to remove
debris that can block water drainage.
•
Clean the hardtop leg drain holes. This is
especially important just before winter lay-
up.
•
Clean bilge pump strainers of debris and check
the bilge for foreign material that can cause
the automatic switch to malfunction.
•
Frequently test the automatic bilge pump
switches for proper operation. This is accom-
plished by using a garden hose to flood the
bilge until the water level is high enough to
activate the pumps.
•
Frequently test the high water alarm automatic
switch for proper operation. This is accom-
plished by simultaneously holding your fingers
on the two recesses on the side of the switch
until the alarm is activated.
•
Flush each air conditioner condensation pan
drain with fresh water at least once each
season to remove mold and debris. This is
particularly important because mold tends to
accumulate in condensation pan drain and, if it
is not cleaned regularly, the drain can clog and
flood the cabin sole when the air conditioners
are operating.
•
Flush all gravity drains with fresh water to keep
them clean and free flowing.
• Clean and flush coolers and storage boxes with
soap or a bilge cleaner and fresh water after
each use to keep them clean and fresh.
•
Operate all seacock valves at least once a
month to keep them operating properly.
Notice:
All drains and pumps must be properly win-
terized before winter lay-up.
CAUTION
NEVER USE HARSH CHEMICAL DRAIN CLEANERS IN MARINE
DRAIN SYSTEMS. PERMANENT DAMAGE TO THE HOSES
AND FITTINGS MAY RESULT.
Drain Sump System
Typical High Water Alarm Automatic Switch & Test Recesses
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