PURSUIT DC / 265, Owner'S Manual

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5-2
Section 5 Plumbing System
DC235 / DC265
DC 265
The raw water washdown system pump is
supplied by hoses connected to a ball valve
and a thru-hull fitting located in the bilge.
Operation
Make sure the ball valve is open before
attempting to operate the raw water wash-
down system. The pump is activated by the
washdown switch located on the helm.
When activated, the pressure switch will
automatically control the pump. As 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. Turn the switch off when the washdown
is not in use. The raw water washdown is
equipped with a sea strainer on the intake
side of the pump, located in the aft bilge;
check it frequently and clean as necessary.
Priming the System
Open the ball valve and hose connector, and
activate the pressure pump. Run the pump
until all air is purged from the system. Close
the thru-hull ball valve before the boat is
hauled from the water to eliminate an air
lock in the system. It may be necessary to
re-prime the raw water system if the system
is not used for an extended period.
5.3 Livewell
DC235
Seawater is provided to the livewell by a 12-
volt pressure pump than also can supply raw
water to the washdown hose. The pump is
activated by the Livewell/Washdown switch
on the helm. An overflow built into the
livewell automatically controls livewell water
level. Always turn livewell pump off at the
switch panel when not in use.
DC265
Seawater is provided to the livewell by a 12-
volt circulating pump. This pump is designed
to carry a constant flow of water to the
livewell. The pump is activated by the
livewell switch on the helm. An overflow built
into the livewell automatically controls
livewell water level. Always turn livewell
pump off at the switch panel when not in
use.
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CAUTION
DO NOT operate high-pressure pump
dry, damage to pump will result. Turn
the raw water pump switch "OFF"
when leaving the boat unattended.
Washdown Hose Connector (Typical)
DC 235 Livewell/Washdown Diverter Valve