Prestige 400, Owner'S Manual

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WASTE WATER DRAINAGE SYSTEM
OPERATION
Waste water from the sink, washbasins and heads is drained off by thru-hull fittings with ball
valves (the valve is closed when the valve handle is perpendicular to the hose, the valve is
open when the valve handle is in line with the hose).
All the floors have holes (limber holes) for the water flow.
A watertight bilge tray under the engine receives the possible oil leaks.
A main sump located above the ballast receives water from the bilges.
.The main sump is partially drained by an electric or a manual pump. Regularly dry the sump
with a sponge.
WARNING
To avoid freezing during very cold spells and/or winter storage bleed the
cockpit shower hose water system.
Turn off shore water before leaving the vessel
PRECAUTION
- Never operate the water system equipment when the valve is closed or the tank is empty
(the electrical equipment may be damaged).
- Check the water filter for condition (refer to manufacturer's instructions).
- Close the taps of empty tanks.
ADVICE - RECOMMENDATION
- Regularly check the valves and thru-hull seacocks for proper operation and
watertightness.
- Turn off the valves when the water system is not in use.
- Visually check the water pump flow.
- Check the clamps and flexible hose connections for tightness.
- Pay attention to the seals for condition.
- Regularly make sure that the strum box and bilge are perfectly clean.
- Immediately switch off the electric system in case a pump is running while all the water
supplies are turned off.
- In case of a leak check the system.