PURSUIT 3070 Conter Console, Owner'S Manual

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Washdown Hose
Connector (Typical)
5.2 Raw Water Washdown
In the raw or sea water systems, all water pumps are supplied by hoses connected to ball valves and thru-hull
fittings located in the bilge. Always make sure the ball valves are open before attempting to operate any
component of the raw water system. 12-volt pumps supply sea water to most of the various accessories.
OPERATION
A high pressure pump, controlled by a pressure sensor, supplies the raw water hose
connector located in the cockpit. The pump is activated by the washdown switch
located in the cockpit. This switch should be turned to the “ON” position just before
using the washdown and be turned to the “OFF” position when the washdown is not
in use.
When activated, the pressure switch will automatically control the pump. As the
pressure builds in the washdown hose, the pump will shut off. When the washdown
hose is in use and the pressure drops, the pump will turn on.
The raw water washdown system is equipped with a sea strainer on the intake side
of the pump located in the bilge behind the stern access hatch. This should be checked
frequently and cleaned as necessary.
PRIMING THE SYSTEM
Make sure the ball valves are open. Open the hose connector for the raw water washdown and activate the
pressure pump by turning the washdown pump switch to the “ON” position. Run the pump until all of the
air is purged from the system and then turn the switch off. Turn the livewell switch to the “ON” position.
Run the pump until all of the air is purged from the system and then turn the switch to the “OFF” position.
Closing the thru-hull ball valves before the boat is hauled from the water will help to eliminate air locks in
raw water systems.
It may be necessary to reprime the raw water system if the system is not used for an extended period and at
the time of launching.
ALWAYS TURN THE RAW WATER PUMP SWITCH TO THE “OFF” POSITION WHEN
LEAVING THE BOAT UNATTENDED.
DO NOT RUN THE HIGH PRESSURE PUMP DRY FOR EXTENDED PERIODS AS DAMAGE
TO THE PUMP WILL RESULT.
5.3 Livewell
Sea water is provided to the livewell by a 12-volt pump. This pump is designed to carry a constant flow of
water to the livewell. The pump is activated by the livewell switch in the cockpit. An overflow built into
the livewell automatically controls the water level in the livewell. Always turn the pump off at the switch panel
when the livewell is not in use.