PURSUIT OS 325 OFFSHORE, Owner'S Manual

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Plumbing System
5-7
Section 5
OS 325
Drainage Systems
Perform these routine maintenance proce-
dures to maintain your drainage system:
• Clean the cockpit drain rails with a hose
and water to remove all debris.
• Clean the hardtop leg drain holes, espe-
cially before winter storage.
• Clean the bilge pump and surrounding
areas of any debris. Remove any debris
that can block the function of the bilge
pumps.
• Test rear automatic bilge pump switch
and high water alarm float switch each
time the boat is used, for proper opera-
tion. Activate the sensor by placing your
finger on the black sensor switch on the
aft end of the pump housing or add water
to the bilge until the water level is high
enough to activate the pump.
• Flush all gravity drains with fresh water
to keep them clean and free flowing.
• When necessary, clean and inspect the
shower and sink drain sump system.
Remove accumulated debris and flush
with fresh water. Test the automatic
sump pump switch for proper operation,
frequently.
• Clean and flush the fishbox and cooler/
storage boxes with a mild soap or a bilge
cleaner and fresh water after each use to
keep them clean and fresh.
• Operate the thru-hull valves once a
month and service as required.
• Check the drain system regularly to
ensure it is free flowing and hoses on the
thru-hull fittings are secure and not leak-
ing.
•
NOTICE
DO NOT use harsh chemical drain
cleaners in drain systems; permanent
damage to the hoses, fittings and sys-
tem can result. Also, drains and
pumps must be properly winterized
before winter lay-up.