OPERATION MANUAL
Beneteau 43 - Olivetta
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– Bilge Pumps
Bilge Pumps
Electric System
Olivetta has an easy to use system of 12 volt bilge pumps.
The electric pump is located under the floor beneath the saloon table and is operated
by an automatic float switch.
Leave the
BILGE PUMP
switch on at the main power board.
There is an automatic float switch to operate a high level water alarm.
Manual System
The manual pump is situated in the cockpit.
The pump handle is incorporated in the pump.
The manual pump needs to be operated quickly for at least 30 seconds to prime the
pump and purge the air.
Once it starts to suck water the action can be slow and steady.
Shower Bilge
When using the shower, press the black button in the shower compartment. This will
operate the shower bilge pump and ensure the shower water is pumped away.
Do not allow shower water to accumulate above the floor level.
