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Fresh Water System Troubleshooting

Fresh Water Pump Runs, but does not pump water

Water Tank is empty.  Fill the Tank

Intake hose from the tank to the pump is damaged causing the pump to suck air.  Check Hose

Strainer is clogged.  Clean Strainer

Fresh Water Pump Run, but flow is reduced

Intake hose from the tank to the pump is damaged causing the pump to suck air.  Check Hose

Water Tank vent line is kinked or blocked creating a vacuum in the tank.  Check Vent Line

Strainer is partially clogged.  Clean Strainer

Fresh Water Faucet is not fully open.  Open Valve fully

Partial block or kink in hoses between pump and faucet.  Check hoses

Low Voltage to Pump.  Check connections for loose or corroded wiring.  Check battery voltage

Damaged or defective pump.  Replace pump

The Fresh Water washdown pump continues to run, even after faucet is closed

Intake hose from the tank to the pump is damaged causing the pump to suck air.  Check Hose

Water Tank vent line is kinked creating a vacuum in the tank.  Check Vent Line

Strainer is clogged.  Clean Strainer

Pressure Regulator in pump is defective.  Replace pump or pump regulator

Fresh Water Tank runs out of water excessively fast

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.

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.

Summary of Contents for 244 CC BLUEWATER

Page 1: ...Quick Guide and Schematics...

Page 2: ...re operating your boat safely and within the rules at all times Like all Key West Boats the 244CC was designed to be low maintenance ergonomic and an efficient boat to maintain and operate Familiarizi...

Page 3: ...ed of in an approved waste collection device when servicing replacing The filter s must be filled with fuel after servicing replacing them in order to prime the engine A primer bulb for each engine is...

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Page 5: ...accessory port on the port livewell pump lower hose connection on the livewell pump Using the raw water washdown does not require the port livewell pump to be on however the port seacock must be open...

Page 6: ...s not fully open Open Valve Fully Hose s are damaged and are either leaking and or sucking air Check hoses Low Voltage to Pump s Check connections for loose or corroded wiring Check battery voltage Pu...

Page 7: ...y debris that could damage the pump The strainer should be checked periodically and features a clear cap for easy inspection If any debris is found remove the strainer screen by untwisting the clear c...

Page 8: ...ck battery voltage Damaged or defective pump Replace pump The Fresh Water washdown pump continues to run even after faucet is closed Intake hose from the tank to the pump is damaged causing the pump t...

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Page 10: ...to port thru hull near transom See Note B below Console Recess Drain Gravity drain drains directly to the bilge Port Cockpit Drain Gravity drain to inboard port 1 1 2 Thru Hull Starboard Cockpit Drain...

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Page 13: ...s in your boats interior use a sufficient quantity of water to dilute the chemical s when spraying off so that they do not affect the foam ball when draining out The seal ring needs to be kept free of...

Page 14: ...tive Replace Pump The Pump is defective Replace Pump Bilge pump s will not run when the manual switch on the helm is engaged Circuit breaker below the pump s switch is tripped Reset circuit breaker Th...

Page 15: ...r house systems that can be used to parallel start one or both engines 12V power is distributed to the 12V factory installed systems through individual circuit breakers located beneath their respectiv...

Page 16: ...l circuit switches and have 4 positions OFF 1 2 Both Top Battery Switch The top battery switch provides power to the port engine and 12V house systems If position 1 is selected on the switch the port...

Page 17: ...minimize corrosion Key West recommends that all connections and terminals be checked at least twice a year and sprayed with a corrosion inhibiting spray at least once a year to protect and maintain t...

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