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220 Dauntless
Section 3 • Systems & Components Overview & Operation
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Your 220 Dauntless is equipped with one 1,100 GPH
(4164 L) bilge pump located in the aft bilge and can
be accessed through the motorwell hatch.. The pump
is activated automatically by a mercury-free float switch
when the water in the bilge reaches a predetermined
level.
By depressing the switch on the console switch panel
labeled BILGE (See figure 2.12.1) the operator can
energize the pumps regardless of the position of the
float switch.
Operation
The bilge pump switch has two operating positions:
• Position 1 - AUTO
The float switch cycles the bilge pump “ON”
when the water level in the sump reaches
a pre-determined level.
• Position 2 - ON
The pump will run continuously until the
switch is returned to the “AUTO” position.
Bilge Pump
Maintenance
Frequently inspect the area under the float switch to
ensure that it is free from debris and gummy bilge
oil. To clean, soak in heavy duty bilge cleaner for 10
minutes, agitating several times. Check for
unrestricted operation of the float. Repeat the
cleaning procedure if necessary.
Inspect the bilge pump intakes and keep them free
of dirt or material which may impede the flow of
water through the pump. To clean the pump
strainer, depress the lock tabs on both sides of the
pump and lift the pump motor (Figure 3.1.2).
If water does not come out of discharge hose:
1. Remove the motor module to see if the
impeller rotates with the power on.
2. Remove any debris that may have
accumulated in the nozzle section or strainer
base.
3. Check hose and connection on hull side for
debris and proper connections.
Bilge Pump Location
Fig. 3.1.1
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BILGE PUMP
FLOAT SWITCH
THRU-HULL DRAIN FITTING
B
ILGE
P
UMP
& F
LOAT
S
WITCH
F
IG
. 3.1.2
FLOAT SWITCH
PUMP MOTOR ASSEMBLY
DISCHARGE
WATER INLET
LOCK TAB
MANUAL TEST KNOB
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2
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5
6
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2
3
4
5
6
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2
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The bilge pump is wired directly to the battery.
Be sure the float switch is clear of debris to
prevent continuous operation and subsequent
discharge of the battery.
NOTICE
