Albemarle 280 EXPRESS FISHERMAN, Owner'S Manual

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280 Series Express Fisherman
heat is affected by the temperature of the seawater. As the
seawater temperature lowers, the air conditioners ability to pro-
duce warm air decreases. When the seawater temperature drops
below 40 - 45 degrees, the air conditioner will not be able to
produce heat. You should not operate the air conditioner to
produce heat when the water temperature is below 40 degrees.
The air conditioner is below the berth. The air conditioning
unit creates condensation that drips into the pan at the base of
the unit. A hose attached to the pan drains the water to the
bilge. It is normal for some water to be in the pan whenever
the air conditioner has been used. The condensation pan should
be checked periodically to make sure it is draining properly.
The drain hoses, condensation pan and sump should be flushed
clean if they become restricted by mold or debris.
You should always keep the cabin door closed when operating
the air conditioner. If the cabin door is left open, it could cause
the air conditioner unit to run continuously and not cycle
enough to defrost the coiling condenser. This could cause the
coils to develope enough ice to reduce the unit’s ability to cool
the boat.
The intake line for the pump is equipped with a sea strainer
that must be checked for debris frequently and cleaned as nec-
essary. The procedure for cleaning the strainer is the same as
for the engine strainers. Refer to the Propulsion System and
Raw Water System chapters and the for information on the air
conditioning pumps and cleaning the sea strainers.
You also should refer to the air conditioner owner’s manual
for additional operating and maintenance instructions.
Note: Air conditioners use surface water as a cooling me-
dium. The boat must be in the water and the raw
water supply system must be properly activated
prior to use. Operation without proper cooling
could cause the air conditioning circuit breaker
to trip and could cause system damage. Always
check for proper water flow out of the air condi-
tioning pump discharge thru-hull when the air
conditioner is operating.
10.4 V-Berth and Cabin
Carbon Monoxide Detector
A carbon monoxide (CO) detector could be installed in the
cabin. If excess carbon monoxide fumes are detected, an au-
dible beeping will sound indicating the presence of the toxic
gas.
A by product of combustion, carbon monoxide is invisible,
tasteless, odorless, and is produced by all engines, heating and
cooking appliances. The most common sources of CO on boats
Air Conditioner
are the engines and auxiliary generators and propane or bu-
tane stoves. These produce large amounts of CO and should
never be operated while sleeping.
Please read the owner's manual supplied by the detector manu-
facturer for operation instructions and additional information
regarding the hazards of carbon monoxide gas. Also read more
about carbon monoxide, carbon monoxide detectors, and
proper ventilation in the Ventilation Systems and Safety Equip-
ment chapters in this manual. This is especially essential if
your boat is equipped with the optional generator. If you did
not receive a manual for your carbon monoxide detector, please
contact the Albemarle Customer Service Department.
ACTIVATION OF THE CARBON MONOXIDE
DETECTOR INDICATES THE PRESENCE OF
CARBON MONOXIDE (CO) WHICH CAN BE FATAL.
EVACUATE THE CABIN IMMEDIATELY. DO A HEAD
COUNT TO CHECK THAT ALL PERSONS ARE
ACCOUNTED FOR. DO NOT REENTER THE CABIN
UNTIL IT HAS BEEN AIRED OUT AND THE
PROBLEM FOUND AND CORRECTED.
V-Berth and Table