Boston Whaler 280 Outrage, Owner'S Manual

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3-1 280 Outrage
Section 3 • Systems & Components Overview & Operation Section 3 • Systems & Components Overview & Operation
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Your 280 Outrage is equipped with two (2) bilge
pumps. The forward pump is rated at 750 GPH
(2,839 LPH) and located in the aft floor of the console
and can be accessed by lifting the grate in the floor.
The aft pump is rated at 1,100 GPH (4,164 LPH).
The aft pump is located in the bilge and can be
accessed by lifting the floor hatch in the aft cockpit.
Each pump is activated automatically by a mercury
free float switch when the water in the bilge reaches
a predetermined level.
If equipped there is an auxiliary pump rated at 1,100
GPH (4,164 LPH) located in the bilge along with
the aft pump.
Switches on the console switch panel labeled FWD
BILGE, AFT BILGE & AUX BILGE ( See figure
2.19.1) control the operation of the pumps. The
switches should remain in the AUTO position
while in use, unless the operator wishes to manually
operate the pumps by depressing the switch to the
ON position.
Bilge Pumps
The bilge pumps discharge water overboard by way
of thru-hull fittings (See figure 2.7.1).
Fuel & Oil Spillage
Regulations prohibit discharging fuel or oily waste in
navigable waters. Discharge is defined as any action
which causes a film, sheen or discoloration on the
water surface, or causes a sludge or emulsion beneath
the water surface. A common violation is bilge
discharge. Violators are subject to severe penalties
and may also be responsible for the cost of cleanup
which may be substantial.
Use rags or sponges to soak up fuel or oily waste,
then dispose of them properly ashore. If there is a
large quantity of fuel or oil in the bilge, contact a
knowledgeable marine service to remove it. Never
pump contaminated bilge discharge overboard.
Maintenance
The aft pump can be accessed through the hatch in
aft cockpit. Access the forward pump by lifting the
grate in the aft floor of the console.
Frequently inspect the area under the float switches
to ensure they are free from debris and gummy
bilge oil. To clean, soak in heavy duty bilge cleaner
for 10 minutes, agitating several times. Check
for unrestricted operation of the float. Repeat the
cleaning procedure if necessary.
Aft Bilge Pump
Fig. 3.1.1
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AFT BILGE PUMP (1,100 GPH/4164 LPH)
WATER INLET
LOCKING TABS
DISCHARGE
FORWARD BILGE PUMP (1,100 GPH/4164 LPH)
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Forward Bilge Pump
Fig. 3.1.2
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FORWARD BILGE PUMP (750 GPH/2,839LPH)
VACU-FLUSH
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TOILET
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