Owner`s manual

C 340

5.4 Drainage

GENERAL

All water is drained by gravity to overboard thru-hull fittings located in the hull sides and transom. Some

of the thru-hull fittings are equipped with ball valves that are always open under normal operating conditions.

In the event of an emergency, the valves can be closed to prevent sea water from entering the boat through

the drainage system. It is important to check and operate the drain valves at least monthly to make sure they

are in good condition and operating properly. You also should check the drain system frequently to ensure

it is free flowing and that the hoses on the thru-hull fittings are secure and not leaking.

SITUATIONS REQUIRING ONE OR MORE DRAIN VALVES TO BE CLOSED CAN BE PO-

TENTIALLY DANGEROUS TO THE BOAT AND YOUR CREW. IF THIS OCCURS, DISTRIB-

UTE PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES TO THE CREW AND TAKE ALL NECESSARY

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, INCLUDING NOTIFYING THE COAST GUARD, UNTIL THE PROB-

LEM IS FOUND AND CORRECTED.

BILGE DRAINAGE

The rear bilge pump and automatic switch are located near

the transom, below the engine splashwell. The bilge pump

pumps water out of thru-hulls located above the waterline

in the hull.

The bilge pump system consists of two pumps and an

automatic float switch. The float switch activates one

pump that is fully automatic. There is no manual switch

for this pump. "Push to reset" breakers near the battery

switches activate the automatic float switches. Current is

supplied whenever the batteries are connected.

The bilge pump switch in the helm activates the manual

bilge pump. The float switch does not activate it automati-

cally. The manual switch is supplied current when the

house battery switch is activated. It is protected by a breaker on the helm.

THE MANUAL BILGE PUMP SHOULD BE ACTIVATED BRIEFLY EACH TIME THE BOAT

IS USED. THIS WILL ENSURE THAT IT IS OPERATING PROPERLY. THE AUTOMATIC

SWITCH SHOULD BE MANUALLY ACTIVATED TO VERIFY OPERATION.

Note: See Electrical Systems for additional information on bilge pump operation.

When the boat is out of the water, the bilge can be drained by a thru-hull drain located in the transom near

the bottom of the hull. It is important to check the drain plug regularly to make sure it is tight.

Any oil spilled in the bilge must be thoroughly removed and properly disposed of before operating the bilge

pump. The discharge of oil from the bilge is illegal and subject to fine.

Bilge Pump