Owner`s manual

Plumbing System
5-3
Section 5
OS 315
re-prime the raw water system if the system
is not used for an extended period.
5.3 Livewell
Seawater is provided to the livewell by a 12-
volt circulating pump. This pump is designed
to carry a constant flow of water to the
livewell. The pump is activated by the
livewell switch on the helm. An overflow built
into the livewell automatically controls
livewell water level. Always turn livewell
pump off at the switch panel when not in
use.
To fill livewell, plug drain fitting at the bottom
of the livewell. Make sure the ball valve at
the intake thru-hull fitting is open and turn on
livewell pump. When water level reaches the
overflow, it will begin to circulate.
To drain, turn off pump and remove plug.
When the livewell has drained, use the
washdown hose to flush livewell and drain
debris.
Close the livewell thru-hull ball valve when-
ever livewell is not in use to prevent water
from entering the livewell while the boat is
cruising. The livewell pump is equipped with
a sea strainer on the intake side of the pump
located in the aft bilge. Check it frequently
and clean as necessary.
Do not use livewell for stowage. Seawater
can enter livewell when it is not in use and
damage stowed equipment.
5.4 Drainage
General
Some drain thru-hull fittings are equipped
with ball valves that are always open under
normal operating conditions. In the event of
an emergency, close the valves to prevent
sea water from entering the boat through the
drainage system. Check and operate the
drain valves at least once a month to make
sure they are in good condition and operat-
ing properly. Also, check the drain system to
ensure it is free flowing and hoses on the
thru-hull fittings are secure and not leaking.
Review and become familiar with the drain-
age schematic and location of the thru-hull
drain valves.
A situation requiring one or more drain
valves to be closed can be dangerous to
boat and all onboard. If this occurs, distrib-
ute PFD’s and take all necessary safety pre-
cautions, including notifying the Coast
Guard or local agency, until the problem is
determined and corrected.
Bilge Drainage
The bilge pumps are located in the stern
bilge and under mid berth. All bilge pumps
pump water out of thru-hulls located above
the waterline in the hull. A high water bilge
alarm monitors excessive bilge water levels
and signals a high water condition through a
visual and audible alarm. See Electrical Sys-
tems for additional information on bilge
pump and high water bilge alarm operations.
Inspect the bilge area frequently for evi-
dence of excessive water. Continuous oper-
ation of the bilge pump can mean there is
excess water in the bilge. Test the bilge
pump at regular intervals. Debris can also
! CAUTION
DO NOT operate high-pressure pump
dry, damage to pump will result. Turn
the raw water pump switch "OFF"
when leaving the boat unattended.
Bilge Pump (Typical)