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Condensate Drains
The Cabin Comfort Series condensate drain pan is over 1-1/2" high with the largest drain pipe
available accommodating 5/8" I.D. hose, and assuring more than adequate drain off under all
conditions.
All Cabin Comfort Series units come complete with condensate drains. Under adverse climatic
conditions, (for example, high humidity), condensate could be produced at a rate of
approximately one gallon per hour. With this in mind, it is important to route condensate drains
downward, with a minimum amount of bends, and overboard through a thru-hull located above
the water line, utilizing all standard practices for securing the hose and mounting the thru-hull
fitting. After the condensate installation is complete, test the installation by pouring a cup of
water into the pan and checking for flow overboard.
For installation of the condensate drain:
•
Remove one of the desired
watertight plugs from the base pan
of the Cabin Comfort unit.
Note:
It
is recommended that the most aft
facing plug be removed to ensure
proper drainage as the vessel is
underway.
•
Slip the liquid-seal washer onto the
PVC fitting and connect it through
the exposed hole in the base pan
with the locking nut. Securely
tighten with two (2) wrenches to
provide a proper seal.
•
Attach a 5/8" I.D. reinforced hose to the hose barb end of the PVC fitting with a hose
clamp. Securely tighten.
•
Install the condensation drain downhill from the unit and aft is possible to a proper
drainage area (bilge, sump, overboard).
Note:
Do not terminate any condensation drain
within four (4) feet of the outlet of engine exhaust systems, on the exterior of the hull, nor
in a compartment housing an engine, unless the drain is connected properly to a sealed
condensate pump.
•
If dual drain fittings are used:
These may be connected to a single condensation drain,
provided that a minimum 2"drop exists from the base pan drains to the connection
fittings.
