Owner`s manual

2870 OFFSHORE
5-2
5.2 Freshwater System Operation
Fill the water supply tank slowly through the labeled deck plate. After filling
the water tank, partially open all faucets. The water pressure breaker on the
cabin DC panel should be on. Allow the pump to run until all of the air is
purged from the system and a steady stream of water is flowing from each
outlet. Next, turn off the faucets one by one. As the pressure builds, the pump
will automatically shut off.
When properly primed and activated, the water system will operate much like
the water system in a home. An automatic pressure sensor keeps the system
pressurized. If the system has been recently filled or has not been used for
an extended period, air bubbles may accumulate at the pump and the system
may have to be reprimed.
The galley sinks drain into a sump system where the water is pumped overboard. Always make
sure the cabin drain sump pump is activated before using the sinks. Refer to Chapter 7 for more
information on the drain sump system.
Whenever the boat is left unattended, the water pressure breaker should be placed in the “OFF”
position.
DO NOT ALLOW THE FRESHWATER PUMP TO RUN DRY. THE FRESHWATER PUMP
WORKS ON DEMAND AND WILL NOT SHUT OFF AUTOMATICALLY WHEN THE TANK
IS EMPTY. THIS CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE PUMP. ALWAYS TURN THE WA-
TER PRESSURE BREAKER OFF WHEN THE FRESHWATER SYSTEM IS NOT IN USE.
5.3 Shore Water Connection (Dealer Option)
The shore water connection allows the direct connection of the water system to a shore side water
supply. This provides the system with a constant supply of freshwater and minimizes the pressure
pump operation. A female inlet fitting is mounted in the cockpit. A pressure reducer is installed
in the system along with two check valves. One check valve keeps water from running out of the
shore water inlet fitting when the pressure pump operates. The second provides protection for the
pressure pump when the shore water is connected.
To use shore water, connect a hose from the shore water faucet to the shore water fitting on the boat.
Next, turn on the shore water. The pressure pump will not run and the water in the boat’s water
tank will not be used.
Note: The water tank will not be filled by connecting to shore water.
Freshwater Pump