PURSUIT 3070 EXPRESS, Owner'S Manual

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7.7 Cabin Drains
The galley and head sink drain by gravity to overboard thru-hulls located in the hull sides just above
the waterline. The shower and air conditioner condensate are drained by a sump pump system. The
sump system is located in the bilge and accessed through a hatch below the aft berth in the cabin.
An automatic float switch in the sump controls the pump. The pump is protected by the midship
sump circuit breaker in the TABS. The sump is activated whenever the batteries are connected.
The sump has a removable hatch to allow the system to be inspected and serviced. It is essential
that the sump system be inspected periodically and any accumulated debris removed. Manually
activate the system to verify operation.
The drain thru-hull fittings for the sump pump and the sink drains are equipped with ball valves that
are always open under normal operating conditions. In the event of an emergency, the valves can
be closed to prevent sea water from entering the boat through the shower sump or drain system. The
drain valve for the sump pump is located in the bilge below the starboard side of the aft berth. The
valves for the head and galley sinks are located at the thru-hull fitting for each drain. It is important
to check and operate the valves at least annually to make sure they are in good condition and
operating properly. Please review the drainage schematic to become familiar with the location of
the sump pump and gravity drain thru-hull valves.
7.8 Rope Locker Drains
The rope locker drains overboard through a special drain fitting located in the hull side at the bottom
of the rope locker. It is important to inspect the drain frequently to remove any accumulated debris.
7.9 Drainage System Maintenance
It is essential that the following items be done periodically to maintain proper drainage of your boat:
• Clean the cockpit drain rails with a hose to remove debris that can block water drainage.
• Clean the hardtop leg drain holes. This is especially important just before winter lay-up.
• Clean the bilge pump and automatic float switch strainers of debris and check the bilge for
foreign material that can cause the automatic switch to malfunction.
• Frequently test the rear automatic bilge pump switch for proper operation. This is accomplished
by turning the knob on the side of the float chamber and lifting the float switch until the pump
is activated. You can also use a garden hose to flood the bilge until the water level is high
enough to activate the pump.