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Bilge Alarm
The bilge alarm monitors the level of bilge water under the rear deck area or the boat.
NOTE. In the 28’ and 30’ Kingfisher models, there is a watertight bulkhead
between the cabin area and the stern area of the boat. The bilge alarm in these
models will not monitor bilge water levels below the cabin floor only bilge water
levels in the stern, below the deck area.
The bilge alarm will sound when the bilge alarm float switch is tripped by rising bilge
water levels. The float switch is wired directly to the battery. A test to confirm the
correct operation of the bilge alarm as part of every Pre-trip safety inspection is strongly
recommended.
To test the bilge alarm:
Locate the bilge alarm float switch that is installed on the starboard side stringer
behind the fuel tank.
Bilge alarm float switch test lever
Locate the float switch test lever.
Press down on the float switch test lever until the alarm sounds. Release the
lever upon confirmation of correct operation.
If the bilge alarm fails to sound:
Check that the bilge alarm wires are secured firmly to the battery posts.
Check that the inline fuse from the float switch to the battery has not blown.
Once that all the above has been checked, repeat the test and if the bilge alarm
is still not operating, consult your Kingfisher dealer.
There are many possible causes of excessive water accumulating in the bilge area.
If the bilge alarm sounds, the following process is recommended:
