Xo 240 RS Cabin, User Manual

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of water remains in the bilge so that it cannot be discharged by the
bilge pump. XO 240 RS Cabin is equipped with an automatic, elec-
tric bilge pump. It discharges water accumulated in the bilge when
the level sensor detects water. The automatic pump is always in the
standby mode irrespective of the main switch position, provided that
the battery is connected. The bilge pump starts when the sensor
has been fully submerged for 5 seconds, and stops once the sen-
sor does not detect water. The pump can also be activated manu-
ally with the spring-loaded switch located on the switch panel. Regu-
larly check the electric bilge pump inlet and remove any debris. You
can access the pump through the service hatch in the engine well.
WARNING!
the bilge pump system is not designed to deal with a leak
resulting from running aground or other damage.
NOTE!
Check the amount of bilge water by emptying the bilge
manually with the spring-loaded switch located on the switch
panel every time before use. we recommend you to have at least
one bucket or bailer on board.
NOTE!
Regularly check the operation of the bilge pump. if you notice that
the bilge pump does not operate properly, remove any debris from
the pump inlet and contact your xo dealer if necessary.
5.6.3 stability, buoyancy and flotation
The stability of your XO boat is excellent due to its hull design and
weight distribution. However, remember that high breaking waves
always represent a serious danger to stability. Also note that the
stability of your boat will be compromised if any weight is placed in
a high position. All changes in the positioning of different weights
in the boat can have a significant impact on the stability, trim and
performance of your boat. If you are planning such changes, please
contact the boat manufacturer. The amount of bilge water should be
kept at a minimum because freely moving water in the boat always
impairs the boat's stability. Also note that stability can be diminis-
hed when towing or being towed.
5.7 MINIMISING RISK OF FIRE AND EXPLOSION
5.7.1 Engines and fuel systems
The XO 240 RS Cabin is equipped with a fixed fuel tank, which is
located in the rear section of the bilge area. Shut down the engine
before refuelling. Do not smoke or use a naked flame. Do not use
any electrical devices. The fuel fillers are located on both sides of
the boat, above the deck drain holes. Lift the spare fuel tank out of
the boat for refuelling to prevent fuel from getting in the bilge in
case of overfill. When you refuel in a fuel station, do not use a plas-
tic funnel that will prevent discharge of static electricity between the
pump nozzle and fill fitting. After filling the tank (for the tank capa-
city, see Appendix 1 ‘Technical specifications’), check that no fuel
has leaked into the bilge or engine compartment, and immediately
remove any spilled fuel. You can visually check the condition of the
fuel hoses through a transparent plexiglass screen. Do not keep
spare fuel canisters in an unventilated space or have them loose in