Albemarle 288 EXPRESS FISHERMAN, Owner'S Manual

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DO NOT ALLOW THE FRESH WATER PUMP TO RUN
DRY. THE FRESH WATER 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
WATER PRESSURE BREAKER OFF WHEN THE
FRESH WATER SYSTEM IS NOT IN USE.
5.3 Water Heater
The water heater is located in the bilge below the cockpit.
The 120-volt element that heats the water is thermostatically
controlled at the heater and activated by a circuit breaker
located in the AC panel. A high pressure relief valve protects
the system from excessive pressure. Always make sure all
air is purged from the water heater and lines before activating
the water heater breaker. Refer to the water heater owner’s
manual for additional information.
DO NOT SUPPLY CURRENT TO AN EMPTY WATER
HEATER. DAMAGE TO THE HEATER WILL RESULT.
THE WATER SYSTEM MUST BE FILLED AND
PRIMED BEFORE USING THE WATER HEATER.
5.4 Shower Operation
The shower is located in the head compartment. The faucet
in the head sink is removable and is mounted on a bracket on
the head compartment wall when it is converted to a shower.
Make sure the Water Pressure breaker in the DC breaker panel
is on, then turn the water on. Adjust the hot and cold water
faucet until the desired temperature is obtained. Some minor
variations in the water temperature may occur as the pressure
pump cycles.
Shower water is drained from the head compartment by
a sump pump system connected to the shower drain. The
pump is activated and protected by the Shower Pump circuit
breaker in the cabin DC panel and a switch in the head switch
panel. The sump pump must be activated just prior to using
the shower and turned off immediately when done. After
showering, let the cold water flow for a period of time to flush
the drainage system of soap residue.
The shower sump pump is located in on the bulkhead below
the cabin steps. It is essential that the shower drain pump
strainer is cleaned regularly to remove accumulated debris
that will clog the shower drain system. Always make sure the
shower pump is turned off when showering is complete. The
pump can be damaged if it is allowed to run dry for extended
periods.
5.5 Fresh Water System Maintenance
Information supplied with water system components by the
equipment manufacturers is included with this manual. Refer
to this information for additional operation and service data.
The following items should be done routinely to maintain
your fresh water system:
• Periodically remove and clean the water strainer located
near the intake side of the fresh water pump. To clean
the strainer, make sure the Water Pressure breaker
in the cabin DC panel is off. Rotate the strainer bowl
counterclockwise to release it. Remove and clean the
screen with fresh water. Lubricate the O-ring lightly with
silicon or Teflon grease and reinstall the strainer bowl.
• Remove the filter screens from the faucet spouts and
eliminate any accumulation of debris. A build up of
debris can cause the pump to cycle excessively.
• Periodically remove and clean the water strainer located
near the intake side of the shower sump pump. Follow
the same procedure used to clean the fresh water pump
strainer.
• Periodically spray the pumps and metal components with
a metal protectant.
• The batteries must be properly maintained and charged.
Operating the pressure pump from a battery with a low
charge could lead to pump failure.
• Add a commercially available potable water conditioner
to the water tank to keep it fresh.
Head Sink/& Shower Faucet in Sink Position