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To operate the macerator, open the OVERBOARD THRU-HULL for the appropriate tank (fwd or
aft). The aft THRU-HULL is located under an access panel in the galley floor. The fwd Thru-HULL
is located under the fwd bed. Then turn on the MACERATOR circuit breaker on the DC electrical
panel. Listen to the macerator’s sound. When the pitch becomes higher, the tank is empty.
Discharge may be observed on the fwd starboard side, or aft port side. It should only take a few
minutes to empty the tank.
Y-Valve
The Y-VALVE directs waste effluent into the sanitation-holding tank or flushes the effluent ‘directly
overboard’. The Y-VALVE is located adjacent to the aft THRU-HULL. A plastic strap keeps the
handle pointed to the holding tank – the normal position.
Note -- Y-valves are usually wire-tied to the holding tank position in respect to Coast Guard
regulations. Please leave it “as is” unless there is an emergency. Be familiar with the applicable
laws concerning dumping sewage directly overboard.
WATER SYSTEMS
Fresh Water Tank(s)
The FRESH WATER tanks hold 165 gallons in 2 tanks. Observe the
water level by the indicator gauge. Be mindful of the amount of water
you use while washing dishes and taking showers. Waste water from
the sinks and showers drains overboard through various thru-hulls and
pump out boxes usually located under the sinks.
To refill the tank, remove the WATER CAPS located on the STBD
side of the deck. Attach the hose to the dock spigot and let run for a
minute before inserting into deck fitting. Avoid flushing debris from
the deck into the tank opening. DO NOT fill water and diesel at the
same time!
A MANIFOLD to switch tanks is located in the cabinet on the side of
the navigation station.
Forward THRU-HULL
AFT THRU-HULL
Water Tank Selector Valve
