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When properly primed and activated, the water system will
operate much like the water system in a home. An automatic
pressure sensor keeps the system pressurized. If the system
has been recently filled or has not been used for an extended
period, air bubbles may accumulate at the pump and the sys-
tem may have to be re-primed.
The water system is equipped with a sea strainer on the intake
side of the pump. The strainer should be checked frequently
and cleaned as necessary.
Whenever the boat is left unattended, the Water Pressure switch
should be placed in the “OFF” position.
The Washdown Hose and Selector Valve
The washdown hose is located in the cockpit on the Abaco,
on the side of the console on the Sportfish and on the side of
the helm console on the Dorado. The selector valve is used to
select between fresh or raw water for the tackle station sink
or the washdown. Always purge the sea water from the sys-
tem by activating the pump and washdown hose for 15 sec-
onds after switching from sea water to freshwater.
DO NOT ALLOW THE WATER PUMP TO RUN DRY.
THE PUMP WORKS ON DEMAND AND WILL NOT
SHUT OFF AUTOMATICALLY WHEN THE TANK IS
EMPTY. THIS CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE
PUMP. ALWAYS TURN THE WATER PRESSURE
SWITCH OFF WHEN THE FRESH WATER SYSTEM IS
NOT IN USE.
5.3 Fresh Water System Maintenance
Information supplied with water system components by the
equipment manufacturers is included with this manual. Re-
fer to this information for additional operation and service
data.
The following items should be done routinely to maintain your
fresh water system:
• Periodically remove and clean the water strainer located
at the intake side of the pressure pump. To clean the
strainer, make sure the raw water accessories are off and
close the valve at the thru-hull fitting. Rotate the strainer
bowl counterclockwise to release it. Remove and clean
the screen with freshwater. Lubricate the O-ring lightly
with petroleum jelly and reinstall the screen and strainer
bowl.
• Remove the filter screens from the faucet spouts and
eliminate any accumulation of debris. A build up of debris
can cause the pump to cycle excessively.
• Periodically spray the pump and metal components with
a metal protector.
• The batteries must be properly maintained and charged.
Operating the pressure pump from a battery with a low
charge could lead to pump failure.
• Add a commercially available potable water conditioner
to the water tank to keep it fresh.
• The water tank vent screens should be clear and free from
corrosion and salt buildup. The screens will prevent
insects and other foreign matter from contaminating the
water system. The vent should be replaced if the vent or
screens are damaged or badly corroded. Vent screens
that are clogged will prevent the water tank from venting
properly and make filling the tank difficult.
Typical Washdown Hose
Dorado Freshwater Fill Fitting