Welcraft 232 Coastal, Owner'S Manual

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8.3 Cabin and V-Berth
Galley and Sink
The galley is equipped with a single lever faucet
with cold water only. Water is supplied to the sink
by a 12volt pump located in the bilge. When
activated by the Fresh Water Switch located on the
Hel Switch Panel, the water system will operate
much like the water system in a home. An automatic
pressure sensor keeps the system pressurized. The
sink drains overboard through the cabin drain sump
system. See the Fresh Water System chapter for
more information on operating the fresh water
system.
Daylight and fresh air is provided to this area by an
overhead hatch and the cabin door. The hatch is
equipped with a removable screen. Refer to the
Ventilation System chapter for more information on
the hatch and screen. Additional lighting is provided
by lights by lights located in the v-berth.
V-Berth The V-berth and dinette table (optional for
the 232) is located in the forward area of the cabin.
An access hatch for the rope locker, speakers and
reading lights are located on the forward V-berth
bulkhead.
The dinette table is standard for the 252 Coastal and
is an option for the 232 Coastal. The table can be
lowered to convert the dinette to a berth.
Daylight and fresh air is provided to this area by an
overhead opening hatch. Additional lighting is
provided by a 12V light in the headliner and or
reading lights mounted on the forward rope locker
bulkhead. Refer to the Ventilation Systems chapter
for more information on operation of the hatches
and screens.
Carbon Monoxide Detector
A carbon monoxide (CO) detector is installed in the
cabin. If excess carbon monoxide fumes are
detected, an audible beeping will sound indicating
the presence of the toxic gas. This detector is
always activated when the batteries are connected
and is protected by the continuous power CO
Detector breaker in the cabin DC breaker panel. A
green light on the detector indicates that it is
activated.Always make sure the green light is on
whenever the cabin is occupied.
A by product of combustion, carbon monoxide is
invisible, tasteless, odorless, and is produced by all
engines and some heating and cooking appliances.
The most common sources of CO on boats are the
engines and auxiliary generators and propane or
butane stoves. These produce large amounts of CO
and should never be operated while sleeping.
You should read the owner's manual supplied by the
detector manufacturer for operation instructions and
additional information regarding the hazards of
carbon monoxide gas. Also read more about carbon
monoxide, carbon monoxide detectors, and proper
ventilation in the Ventilation System and Safety
Equipment chapters in this manual.
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