Carver Yachts 380 SPORT, Owner'S Manual, Page: 107 / 131

3327 • P2 6/06 95
MAINTENANCE SECTION 7
Water Tank Vent Screen
A vent for the fresh water tank is installed through the boat’s hull above the fresh
water tank fill plate. The vent has a screen over its opening to prevent dirt and
insects from entering the fresh water tank. Clean the vent screen once every six
months or twice a season.
Bilge System
Keeping the bilges clean is important. A dirty bilge leads to clogged bilge pumps
and unpleasant odors in the cabin. Keeping the bilges dry helps reduce moisture
in the cabin.
• Periodically inspect and clean each bilge pump’s strainer. The strainers
prevent dirt and debris from clogging the bilge pump intakes. Refer to
Section 9 - Engine Room and/or Section 4 - Bilge System diagram for the
exact location of the bilge pumps.
• Frequently check the operation of each bilge pump float switch to ensure that
it is operating properly. Clean the float switch so that it can move freely.
• Clean the bilge pumps twice a season by wiping any dirt or oil from their
exterior surfaces.
• Remove any oil, dirt or debris from the bilges. Treat the bilges with a
commercial bilge cleaner, available from your Carver Dealer, twice a season.
Sanitation System
Unlike the other systems in your boat, the sanitation system requires ongoing
maintenance to avoid problems.
• Always use sanitation system deodorizer. Use the brand recommended by
your Carver Dealer.
• Your boat’s sanitation system is not like the toilet and sewer in a home.
Do not flush any items down the toilet that the toilet was not designed to
accommodate. Refer to the OEM information for details on maintaining the
toilet.
• Empty the waste tank often and when you know the boat will not be used for
an extended period. Each time you empty the waste tank, flush it with fresh
water. This helps remove any remaining waste from the tank.