Owner`s manual

22 KODIAK
7.3 Fishboxes/Coolers and Livewell Drains
Cooler and Optional Livewell
A cooler or optional livewell is located behind the helm seat and drained by gravity to overboard
thru hull fittings located in the hull sides just above the water line. The overflow in the livewell
drains into the overboard drains.
Transom Coolers / Fishbox Drains
The transom coolers / fishboxes drain by gravity to overboard thru hulls located in the hull sides
just above the waterline. The boxes are insulated and should be flushed out and cleaned after each
use.
7.4 Rope Locker Drain
The rope locker drains into the bilge through a drain located in the bottom of the rope locker. It
is important to inspect the drain frequently to remove any accumulated debris.
7.5 Maintenance
It is essential that the following items be done periodically to maintain proper drainage of your boat:
• Clean the cockpit drain rails with a hose to remove debris that can block water drainage.
• Clean the bilge pump strainer of debris and check the bilge for foreign material that can cause
the automatic switch to malfunction.
• Frequently test the automatic bilge pump switch for proper operation. This is accomplished by
inserting a stiff wire or small rod through one of the slots in the float chamber of the pump and
lifting the float switch until the pump turns on. You can also use a hose to flood the bilge until
the water level is high enough to activate the pump.
• Flush all gravity drains with fresh water to keep them clean and free flowing.
• Clean and flush the coolers / fishboxes and livewells with soap and fresh water or a bilge cleaner
after each use to keep them clean and fresh.
ALL DRAINS AND PUMPS MUST BE PROPERLY WINTERIZED BEFORE WINTER LAY-UP.
NEVER USE HARSH CHEMICAL DRAIN CLEANERS IN MARINE DRAIN SYSTEMS. PER-
MANENT DAMAGE TO THE HOSES AND FITTINGS MAY RESULT.
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