Skier's Choice Moomba Kamberra, Owner'S Manual

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Optional Hippo Ballast System
(continued)
Each Hippo system also includes a manual shut off valve in
case of emergencies. If closed, the valve will prevent any
water from entering the system and is only used in
emergency situations. Under normal use the valve should
remain open to allow full flow of water into system.
To allow water into the system, Hippo ballast systems utilize
a scooped intake strainer to force water into the system
whether the boat is sitting still or underway. If air becomes
trapped in the system, it may be necessary to run the boat
at plaining speeds to force air through the system and allow
the fill pump to prime fully. Once the pump has primed it is
no longer necessary to run the boat for filling. This situation
may occur if the boat is trailered for long distances.
To fill the ballast system press the fill switch. To empty, press
the empty switch. With the ballast full, the boat porpoises at
speeds above 25 mph.
DO NOT tow boat on trailer with ballast full.