World Class Catamarans
5-5
SEACOCKS
Ball valves (seacocks) are installed on the water intake for the livewell and raw water system.
The seacock must be in the open position for these systems to work. When open, the handle will
be parallel to the valve. In the closed position the handle is perpendicular to the valve (see pic-
ture below). World Cat recommends that the seacocks remain in the closed position when not in
use, or when the boat is left unattended to prevent the vessel from taking on water due to a
plumbing failure.
OPEN
CLOSED
LIVEWELL SYSTEM
The 270 SD has a 35 gallon livewell standard. It is equipped with a dual purpose livewell
pump and adjustable flow regulator. The pump is located in the port bilge compartment and can
be reached through the inspection port in the motorwell. The wiring is secured to the pump
using a tie-strap, and must be disconnected prior to removing the pump.
The livewell pump draws water through the strainer mounted on the inboard side of the
port sponson. A seacock is installed between the pickup and the pump to allow you to seal the
system between use, or in the event of a plumbing failure.
To operate the livewell, first verify that the seacock is open. Then install the livewell stand-
pipe and open the flow regulator. When you have completed these steps, engage the livewell
pump using the console switch pod. The livewell light is also controlled by the switch. Water will
fill the tank until it is level with the standpipe and overboard drain, which evacuate water
through the hullside. To clear bait residue from the tank during operation, unscrew the stand-
pipe halfway. Two holes cut into the threads of the pipe will allow waste to be removed over-
board without draining the tank. When you have finished using the livewell, remove the
standpipe to allow the water to drain overboard. Drain plugs are provided with your boat, so
that you can convert one or both livewells into a cooler when not in use.
NOTICE
While underway, leaving your livewell seacock open could result in inadvertently filling
your livewell. To prevent this, close the seacock when the pump is not in operation.
NOTICE
Operating the engines in reverse can cause excessive ventilation near the livewell
intake, causing the pump to airlock. To prevent this, turn the pumps “OFF” prior to
any continuous or high speed reverse operation. If your pump does become air locked,
turning the pump “OFF” for 15 to 30 seconds will correct the problem.
