M a y 3 0 , 2 0 1 2
M a v e r i c k B o a t C o m p a n y , I n c . • 3 2 0 7 I n d u s t r i a l 2 9 t h S t . • F o r t P i e r c e ,
F l o r i d a 3 4 9 4 6 • ( 7 7 2 ) - 4 6 5 - 0 6 3 1 o r ( 8 8 8 ) - s h a l l o w • F a x : ( 7 7 2 ) 4 8 9 - 2 1 6 8
SELF-BAILING COCKPIT & LIVEWELL SYSTEM
Self Bailing Cockpit
The cockpit on the Cobia 217 is designed to be self-
bailing, meaning that all the water that comes into the
cockpit will be directly drained overboard. This keeps the
boat from acquiring standing water and allows the boat to
drain at all times, including while the boat is docked.
Water drains out of the cockpit through two aft cockpit
drains located at the far aft cockpit floor on both the port
and starboard sides. Each side drains overboard through
the side of the hull independently. None of this water is
drained into the bilge. Refer to page 8 for operation of the
ball valve associated with this system.
The bilge is designed to drain any water entering the
inside of the hull. All hoses are sealed and double
clamped during construction. Continuous or periodic
running of the automatic bilge pump may be an indication
of a hose leak or break in a seal, and should be
investigated by a Cobia Dealer immediately. Refer to
page 9 for further information regarding bilge pump
operation and maintenance.
Livewell System
The livewell system on the 217 is designed to keep your baitfish alive and strong for as long as possible. This livewell
provides a cool, clean, and oxygenated environment that
allows you to keep your baitfish alive for long periods of time.
To efficiently operate your livewell, the following steps should
1.
Open livewell hatch.
2.
Install stand-up pipe snugly.
3.
Ensure livewell pump ball valve is in open
position.
4.
Turn on livewell switch.
The livewell operates by pumping fresh seawater from the
pump through an aerator head into the livewell. Drainage is
achieved through the grate on the top of the standpipe, which,
when unobstructed, will limit the water level to the standpipe’s
highest point. A shorter standpipe can be used to keep less
water in the well. This constant drainage keeps up water flow and allows for the removal of ammonia from the livewell,
therefore extending the life of your baitfish. To drain the livewell, switch off the pump, close pump ball valve, and remove
standpipe.
