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WATER SYSTEM
Fresh Water Tank/ Pump/ Hot Water Heater
The fresh water tank holds approximately 70 gallons and is located under the aft
stateroom berth. Observe the water level by gauge on the electric panel. To fill the tank,
remove the deck water fill cap located starboard side of stairs. Fill the tank avoiding
flushing debris into the tank. Do not fill water and diesel at
the same time
.
Wastewater
from the sinks and showers drains overboard through various thru-hulls usually located
under the sinks.
The water pressure pump is located under the aft berth. Activate the pump by turning
on the breaker at the DC panel. If when in use, the pump continues to run, you are
either out of water or have an air lock, which can be corrected by opening a faucet. If
you run out of water, shut off pump.
The hot water heater has an 11-gallon capacity. It is heated when the AC breaker is on
while connected to shore power, and also heats when running the port engine.
Shower
Respite has two showers. However we have found the aft cabin shower to be by far the
most convenient to use. We recommend you have all your friends and family use the aft
shower. Of course you may use the forward shower if you wish. If you do, remember to
tightly close the door to the toilet paper, remove the towels from the towel rack, and
move the curtain completely around the room to protect from water getting in places
you don’t want it. You will need to hold in your hand the sink faucet sprayer to rinse off.
The most convenient method to shower and minimize use of precious water is as
follows:
Set the water mix valve to the temperature you wish.
Then use the thumb switch on the shower head to start and stop the water flow.
Take short “boat” showers by turning off the water between soaping and rinsing.
Please wipe down the shower stall and floor when finished to keep shower tidy.
When you are done with your shower remember to open the thumb valve and turn off
the mix valve.
When you visit a harbor never miss an opportunity to fill up the water tank.
