Key West Boats 2014 KW 211 DC, Quick Manual

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Fresh Water System Troubleshooting
Fresh Water Pump Runs, but does not pump water
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Water Tank is empty. Fill the Tank
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Intake hose from the tank to the pump is damaged causing the pump to suck air. Check Hose
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Strainer is clogged. Clean Strainer
Fresh Water Pump Run, but flow is reduced
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Intake hose from the tank to the pump is damaged causing the pump to suck air. Check Hose
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Water Tank vent line is kinked or blocked creating a vacuum in the tank. Check Vent Line
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Strainer is partially clogged. Clean Strainer
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Fresh Water Faucet is not fully open. Open Valve fully
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Partial block or kink in hoses between pump and faucet. Check hoses
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Low Voltage to Pump. Check connections for loose or corroded wiring. Check battery voltage
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Damaged or defective pump. Replace pump
The Fresh Water washdown pump continues to run, even after faucet is closed
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Intake hose from the tank to the pump is damaged causing the pump to suck air. Check Hose
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Water Tank vent line is kinked creating a vacuum in the tank. Check Vent Line
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Strainer is clogged. Clean Strainer
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Pressure Regulator in pump is defective. Replace pump or pump regulator
Fresh Water Tank runs out of water excessively fast
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Leak in the tank or leak in intake hose going to the pump. Check tank integrity by filling all the way and inspect for
leaks. If Leak is found, consult dealer regarding repair/replacement. Check connections on intake hose to the
pump for leaks.
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A kink/block in the Water tank vent line can cause the tank to fill up prematurely, even though it isn’t full due to
lack of air escaping. Check tank vent line and ensure it is not blocked or kinked.