Carver 33 SUPER SPORT, Owner'S Manual

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9. The raw water washdown pump, when activated, creates pressure in
the raw water washdown system. When the hose nozzle is closed,
water pressure within the system increases to a predetermined
point at which the pump automatically shuts off. When the hose
nozzle is open, releasing water from the system, the pressure in the
system decreases. When the pressure decreases to a predetermined
point, the pump automatically turns on and increases the pressure.
This ensures a steady flow of water any time you use the raw water
washdown.
4.4 Bilge System
Your boat contains one bilge and two automatic bilge pumps. The bilge is
the lowest point in the interior of the boat’s hull where any water that
finds its way into the hull will accumulate. Each bilge pump can remove
up to 1500 gallons of water per hour.
• The forward bilge pump is located beneath a hatch at the base of the
forward engine room bulkhead. Refer to 9.7.4 Engine Room for the
exact location of the forward bilge pump.
• The aft bilge pump is located beneath a hatch in the cockpit at the
stern. If your boat was built for use in Europe, there is also a hand
bilge pump aft. Refer to 9.7.1 Hatches for the exact location of the
aft bilge pump.
Never store anything in the bilge. Storing loose items in the bilge could
damage pumps, pipes or other components that are essential for the
proper operation of your boat.
If you keep your boat in a climate where temperatures can drop below
freezing, make sure that all water within the bilge is drained before you
store the boat for the winter. Water that freezes in the bilge could cause
severe damage to your boat and its components. Refer to “8.3.6 Bilge”
for more information on winterizing the bilge.
4.4.1 Bilge Pump Operation
For safety and convenience, each bilge pump can be operated either
automatically or manually.
The bilge pumps remove almost, but not quite, all of the water that collects
within the bilge. If you want the bilge to be completely dry, use a sponge and
bucket to remove the small amount of water that remains.