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Vista Owners Manual
10/93

Section G

Page 4

NOTICE

Always remember to disconnect the shore wa-
ter supply hose before leaving the dock.

Always turn off the shore water whenever the
boat is left unattended. If a major water leak did
occur and went undetected, the boat could fill
with water and sink.

DO NOT alter or repair the pressurized water
system or shore water connection without hav-
ing proper knowledge of the system. Damage
to the water system can occur.

See Section G1 for general water system information
and instructions on filling the water tank. The water tank
will not be filled while connected to shore water.

G - 5

TRANSOM WASHDOWN

The transom washdown option is available on all
Four Winns Vista models. The washdown unit is usual-
ly located on the port side of the transom near the tran-
som door. Refer to Figure G1 and to the drawings at the
end of this section.

The water supply system can be used for showering or
washdown purposes at the transom. As long as there is
water pressure, the shower faucet will operate.

Fresh water tank capacity is limited. Connect the boat
to shore water before using large amounts of water as
required when washing the boat down.

G - 6

HEADS

The various anti-pollution laws presently in effect have
necessitated the use and availability of a wide variety of
heads. The heads that have been factory installed in
Four Winns boats have been chosen to provide reason-
able longevity and reliable service, at a realistic cost.

Refer to the drawings at the end of this section. Also,
refer to the manufacturers literature included with this
manual.

A. Portable Head (238 & 258 Only)

On the 238 and 258 models, a portable head is standard
equipment and includes separate water and waste tanks
built into the unit. Holding tank capacity is 6 (six) gal-
lons.

NOTICE

Certain geographical areas have restrictions on
grey water being pumped or drained overboard.
Be sure to check all local, state and federal laws
in the boating area.

Refer to Table V for tank capacity and location.

Table V: Grey Water Tank Location

MODEL

TANK CAPACITY

LOCATION

238

10 gal.

Port Engine Compartment

258

14 gal.

Port Mid Cabin Floor

278

25 gal.

Stbd Side Wall, Aft Cabin

G - 4

SHORE WATER CONNECTION

Shore water connection is standard on all Vista models.
This feature allows the direct connection of a city or
shoreside water supply to the boat’s water system to pro-
vide a constant supply of fresh water without the need to
constantly re-fill the water supply tank. This minimizes
pressure pump operation thus extending the life span of
the pump.

Dockside shore water pressure can vary dramatically.
Excess pressure could damage the boat’s water system
so the shore connection also regulates the water pres-
sure to a maximum of 35 psi.

The female inlet deck fitting is on the port side of the tran-
som above the swim platform.

To use shore water, connect a hose from the shore water
faucet to the shore water fitting on the boat and turn on the
shore water. The water system of the boat will then be
pressurized by city water if the system was previously
primed.

The water pump should be turned off when using city wa-
ter. City water pressure varies from area to area. If the
pump is ON and water pressure drops below 35 p.s.i., the
pump will activate to maintain pressure at 35 p.s.i. It will
draw water out of tank and bypass city water.

If the pump is OFF, the pump will not function and the
water in the storage tank of the boat will not be utilized.