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5.2 Raw Water Washdown
GENERAL
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 rear of 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.
The washdown pump hose connector is located in the cockpit and uses a standard garden hose connection.
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 in the "OFF" position. 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.
Washdown Hose
Connector (typical)