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Second, turn the bilge pump off at the instrument panel and check the bilge pump float switch. Each pump is
equipped with an automatic float switch (white box) that is mounted next to the bilge pump. As long as your boat
is equipped with an operable battery, each pump will operate independently when water is present in the area.
Each float switch is equipped with two plastic knobs located on either side of the switch. Turn either one of the
knobs to raise the float to engage the bilge pump. If the pump comes on, the automatic float is operating
properly. It is recommended that you check the operation of each automatic float switch monthly.
If for some reason the indicator light on your bilge pump switch comes on, check your bilge for water. It is not
uncommon for rain water or water from washing your boat to accumulate in the bilge. Standing water will activate
the automatic float that is connected to the bilge pump. If you notice your pump running frequently during your
day on the water, you should check the thru hull fittings, hose connections, etc. for any possible leaks.
Keep the bilge area clean and free from debris that could clog ports or inhibit float movement. Also, keep the
battery (starboard) that provides power to the bilge pump charged. If the battery is not charged and flooding
occurs, the boat could swamp causing damage and possible loss of life or property.
Baitwell Tub
The 20-gallon capacity baitwell tub is located at the starboard aft corner of the
cockpit and comes equipped with an aerator head, a standpipe and a baitwell light.
If you find it necessary to run the baitwell pump while you are underway, you may
be forcing more water than necessary up through the seacock. In this instance,
adjust the seacock lever to a 45-degree angle so that the seacock is only halfway
open.
Baitwell Pump
The baitwell switch at the helm controls the baitwell pump, which is mounted on a seacock in the bilge. Both are
accessible via the bilge hatch located just forward of the transom. Raw water for the baitwell tub comes through
the seacock, to the baitwell pump and then to the baitwell tub.
Before turning the pump on from the helm, check to be sure that
the seacock is open. The seacock is wide open when the yellow
seacock lever is vertical to the bottom of the hull. When the yellow
seacock lever is horizontal to the bottom of the hull, the seacock is
closed. The seacock should remain closed when the baitwell
pump is not in use.
The hose on the lower port feeds raw water to the washdown
pump. To operate the baitwell pump, locate the baitwell switch on
the console and press the switch to the forward position to turn on
the pump.
When the baitwell pump is operating, go to the baitwell tub, open the baitwell lid and visually check to see if water
is pumping into the tub through the aerator fitting to ensure that the baitwell pump is working properly. To turn the
baitwell pump off, press the baitwell switch to the aft position. You should always turn the baitwell switch off at
the helm if the pump is not going to be used soon.
The seacock lever may require additional adjustments to find a setting that works best for you. Even when the
baitwell pump is turned off, if the seacock is open, the baitwell tub will continue to fill with water while you are
underway.
Washdown Pump
The washdown pump is
mounted on the starboard stringer and is equipped with a pressure switch. This pump
shares the same seacock as the baitwell pump and is accessible via the bilge hatch
Baitwell pump
Seacock lever
is in the
closed
position
Seacock is
below
(hidden) the
seacock lever
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