Boston Whaler 325 Conquest, Owner'S Manual

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Chapter 3 • Systems Overview and Operation
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325 Conquest
If equipped, the reverse-cycle air conditioning system
consists of an A/C unit (8000 BTU), a seawater pump
with seacock, strainer, and control unit so that the
water pump is activated by demand when the AC
unit comes on.
The cabin A/C unit is located in the mid berth and
can be accessed through a starboard-side panel. Do
not block the A/C unit vent or return air grill. Be
careful not to damage the Freon lines running to the
compressor.
The cabin A/C unit is controlled by a touchscreen
controller keypad unit located on the forward port
cabinet of the cabin. The keypad allows the operator
to preset the temperature for the cabin. The air unit
will activate automatically when the temperature
of the cabin is not consistent with the preset
temperature. When the A/C unit is activated, seawater
is pumped into the system by way of a seacock and
strainer, passes through the compressor cooling the
condensing coils, and then flows overboard through
the thru-hull drain.
The helm A/C is controlled by a second touchscreen
controller keypad unit located in the overhead
hardtop. The helm A/C unit is located under the
helm seat and can be accessed through a door on the
helm seat pedestal. Do not block the A/C unit vent or
return air grill. Be careful not to damage the Freon
lines running to the compressor.
Starting the AC System
• Make sure the seacock is open.
• Turn on the air conditioner breaker on the A/C
main distribution panel.
• Set the keypad to the desired temperature.
REFER TO OWNER’S PACKET FOR COMPLETE
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY INFORMATION.
Maintenance
The reusable air filter, located on the front of both A/C
units, should be removed and cleaned periodically
to assure clean air circulation and reduce stress on
the units.
Air Conditioning (Option)
The seawater strainer, located in the aft bilge, should
be inspected frequently and cleaned out if plugged.
The strainer can be accessed by lifting the mechanical
access hatch in the aft cockpit.